ADHD Matters Theatre
Hear leading professionals explore key ADHD topics and offer trusted advice in the ADHD Matters Theatre.
Highlights this year include: Kate Cox, Senior Solicitor at IPSEA, discussing SEND reforms unpacked: what the proposed changes mean for families and schools; Cara Huckstep, Autism and ADHD Advisory Consultant, examining removing barriers to learning for ADHD students; and Dr Claudia Wilson, Clinical Psychologist at The Cherrycroft Practice, looking at understanding ADHD childhood, from the perspective of an ADHD Clinical Psychologist.
Sound is relayed to the audience through wireless headsets to reduce noise levels in the hall.
Places are offered free to ticket holders on a first come, first served basis, so please arrive as early as possible before the session you wish to attend to save disappointment.
Friday 19th June 2026
| Time | Presentation Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10.00 – 10.40 | Exploring RSD through a neuroaffirming lens: practical ideas for support and self-compassion | Emma Whymark and Lisa Poole, Neurodiversity Coaches and Trainers at Attuned Approach |
| 10.50 – 11.30 | Executive function and ADHD: practical strategies for learning, behaviour and wellbeing | Belinda Edington, Managing Director of MindSpark |
| 11.50 – 12.30 | Removing barriers to learning for ADHD students | Cara Huckstep, Autism and ADHD Advisory Consultant |
| 12.40 – 13.20 | Strategies for teaching students with autism and ADHD | Jannine Perryman, Founder of ADHDWise UK |
| 13.40 – 14.20 | Interoception and ADHD: how the 8th sensory system can impact regulation and wellbeing | Emer Broderick, Children’s Occupational Therapist, Advanced SI Practitioner and Owner/Director of Elm Tree Children’s Therapy |
| 14.30 – 15.10 | I can’t go to school! Persistent absence – a problem for whom? | Suzy Rowland, Autism and ADHD Specialist, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Founder of the happyinschoolproject |
| 14.40 – 15.20 | AuDHD and literacy – strategies that actually work for reading, writing and oracy | Stephanie Batey, Neurodiversity Specialist, Speaker and Author |
| 15.30 – 16.10 | ADHD parenting and burnout: the myth of neurotypical rest | Liz Evans, Consultant Occupational Therapist, The Untypical OT and host of The Untypical Parent Podcast |
Saturday 20th June 2026
| Time | Presentation Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10.20 – 11.00 | SEND reforms unpacked: what the proposed changes mean for families and schools | Kate Cox, Senior Solicitor at IPSEA |
| 11.10 – 11.50 | AuDHD and reading – the hidden challenge affecting school success, why it matters and what to do about it | Stephanie Batey, Neurodiversity Specialist, Speaker and Author |
| 12.00 – 12.40 | Understanding ADHD childhood, from an ADHD Clinical Psychologist | Dr Claudia Wilson, Clinical Psychologist at The Cherrycroft Practice |
| 12.50 – 13.30 | Supporting AuDHD family members – what works? | Emma Kluibenschadl and Dr Venessa Swaby, Associates at Autism Central |
| 13.40 – 14.20 | From playground to adolescence: navigating friendships and relationships with neurodivergent young people | Annie Clements, Founder and CEO of AutismandADHD.org |
| 14.30 – 15.10 | Body before behaviour. Always. Using the R.H.Y.T.H.M. approach to understand the brain, reduce dysregulation, and support children in a way that actually works | Kate Grayson, Sensory and Behaviour Specialist, and Founder of The InnerMe Project |
| 15.20 – 16.00 | Navigating neurodivergent relationships | Zoë Austin, Neurodivergent Teacher, Consultant and Learner |