Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth WA 6000
Sunday 21st June 202610am – 4pm
Doors open from 8:30am
What’s happening
The 2026 Western Australia ADHD Conference will be an incredible event aimed at parents, educators, carers, family members, professionals and those themselves with ADHD.
This conference brings together a diverse lineup of nationally and internationally recognised experts, each offering unique perspectives on ADHD. Through a combination of evidence-based insights, lived experience, and practical strategies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of ADHD across the lifespan and learn how to better support regulation, learning, wellbeing, and everyday functioning.
The Western Australia ADHD Conference is focused on real-world application. Presentations are designed to be practical, compassionate, and neuroaffirming, equipping attendees with strategies they can immediately use at home, in educational settings, and in professional practice. Alongside expert knowledge, the conference highlights inspiring stories and strengths-based approaches that support individuals with ADHD to thrive.
Whether you are seeking deeper understanding, practical tools, or connection with a supportive community, the Western Australia ADHD Conference offers a meaningful and accessible learning experience for all.
This event will be suitable for anyone working in or studying Education. As this Conference is neurodiversity focused, there will be a variety of topics covered that will help support you and your students.
All tickets include a certificate of attendance. We recommend ordering your workbook ticket which includes the workbook and guide as this is at a reduced rate and only a minimal amount will be available on the day at the higher rate of $25.
Note: This event has no religious affiliation
Partners
Ticket Pricing
EARLY BIRD STANTARD TICKET
$107
Entry to all speakers
Certificate of Attendance
Conference program
Access to range of exhibitors
Workbook & Guide NOT included
EARLY BIRD WORKBOOK TICKET
$127
Entry to all speakers
Certificate of Attendance
Conference program
Access to range of exhibitors
Workbook & Guide INCLUDED
Please Note:
Food and drinks are NOT included. We do recommend bringing a packed lunch. However, there is a cafe on site and a range of cafes and eateries nearby.
Speaker Lineup
Michele Toner is co-author with Professor Desiree Silva of “The ADHD Go-to-Guide” originally published in 2017 and recently revised to include information for Parents, Adults, Educators and Employers. Their book has been translated into Japanese.
She was the first credentialled ADHD coach in Australia and in 2024 became the first Australian ADHD coach to hold the credential of Master Certified Coach (MCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She is a senior faculty member of the ADD Coach Academy in New York where she trains and mentors ADHD coaches.
In addition to her coaching, Michele works passionately to promote ADHD Awareness and Advocacy. She has been involved with ADHD WA since 1995, and currently is Chair of their Board of Management. Alongside her work at ADHD WA, she held inaugural board positions for ADHD Australia, and The Australian Association of ADHD Professionals (AADPA)
Michele was awarded an OAM in 2021 for her work in the ADHD space.
Sandy is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Feeding Therapist with 15 years dietetics experience working in hospitals, community clinics, and private practice. She is passionate about working with individuals and families to develop their personal skills and tools to manage their food-related challenges in a simple, manageable and strengths-focused way.
Sandy believes that your food journey cannot be separated from your life journey and that food encompasses so much more than just nutrition. Sandy is especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, and subscribes to a strengths-based, neuro-affirming model of care. Sandy loves to connect and support ‘orchid people’ – those that need more specific environments and elements of care to thrive and meet their potential – just like an orchid. But aren’t orchids so gorgeous when they bloom?
Zoe Horner, a creative, passionate paediatric Occupational Therapist was diagnosed with ADHD at age 13 and also struggled with significant anxiety in her earlier years. Zoe was determined not to let these challenges hold her back from achieving her life goals.
After much blood, sweat and tears Zoe proudly graduated from Curtin University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy transforming the view of what was possible for her life.
Zoe was celebrated as a ‘Semi-finalist in the Channel 7 Young Achievers of WA Awards’ as well as being nominated for Woolworths Community group of the year awards as a result of her efforts in the youth mental health sector.
Zoe now specialises in Paediatrics and works in private practice helping younger children with ADHD, Autism and similar difficulties. Most recently, Zoe’s private Occupational Therapy Practice ‘Little Treasures Therapy‘ was Awarded a finalist in the Australian Small Business Awards in April 2024 for her vision for the company to solve wider social problems whilst supporting children in her practice through neuroinclusion in the Arts.
In 2025, Little Treasure deliver the first of its kind ‘TreasureSTAGE Production‘ – a pioneering drama based program for neurodivergent children by neurodivergent children‘ with the goal of celebrating neurodiversity and neuroinclusion in the Arts – an opportunity for these children to tell their stories, apply their learning through embodiment and welcome a wider audience to see the world through their lens.
Zoe believes her earlier life challenges have only served to make her a more insightful and effective therapist and It is her history that has shaped her passion and drive for helping young children who struggle in the mainstream education system to thrive.
Ashley Cairns is the CEO and Founder of A Change for Better (ACFB), a mental health organisation focused on improving access to ADHD and autism support services. With a professional background in psychology and counselling, and lived experience as both ADHD and autistic, Ashley is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals.
She works to bridge the gap between traditional services and innovative, community-driven solutions. Ashley is proud to be hosting this panel discussion at the ADHD Conference, creating space for open, honest conversations about neurodiversity and support.
Chief Psychologist | Chief Operations Officer |
Specialist interest in Neurodivergent Families |
Rebecca’s approach has long focused on the assessment and intervention of neurodivergent children, teenagers and adults, particularly those with Autism and ADHD. It was through this work that she came to see the profound impact of supporting parents—many of whom are neurodivergent themselves, diagnosed or otherwise. Rebecca’s insight into this dynamic led her to develop a focus on neurodivergent adults raising neurodivergent children, offering strategies that honour both their lived experience and clinical best practice.
A registered Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor, Rebecca has worked extensively across mental health, criminology, disability, family and domestic violence, and substance use sectors. She is acknowledged for her interest in trauma , neurodivergence assessment and diagnosis (Autism and ADHD), and complex psychological needs, drawing on evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and Attachment Theory.
Rebecca Fitzpatrick is a Chief Operations Officer of Timpano Legal and the Chief Psychologist of its inaugural company, Be Health and Life Wellness. With over 20 years of experience and a strong track record in executive leadership, Rebecca bridges the worlds of psychology, strategy, and innovation across both the legal and allied health sectors.
In this webinar, Rebecca discusses with a volume of information available, how parents can feel that they have “lost” that ‘parenting instinct’. Rebecca will explore key developmental stages and provide practical strategies to support children and their families throughout the lifespan. With a unique lens on parenting as a neurodivergent adult — whether formally diagnosed or beginning that journey of self-reflection following a child’s diagnosis — this session provides tools for understanding, connection, and growth.
Beyond her clinical work, Rebecca brings elite governance and strategic expertise to her roles. As COO of Timpano Legal, she leads with purpose and precision, embedding psychologically informed practices into leadership, risk, and client engagement strategies.
A Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management WA (FAIM), she combines board-level acumen with people-first innovation to drive cultural transformation and operational excellence.
Rebecca’s leadership and psychology philosophy is grounded in efficiency, empathy, clarity, and impact — empowering both individuals and organisations to thrive with purpose.
Agenda coming soon…
Exhibitors
As well as the incredible line-up of speakers. there will also be a large range of exhibitors for you to look around during the breaks and registration period, which will have a fabulous variety of products and services available. Details of Exhibitors coming soon.
During the break times, as well as between 8:30am and 10am before speakers commence, you are invited to look around at the amazing exhibitors.
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