Supporting Teenagers with ADHD in the Classroom - 2 Part Webinar Series

DATE:     Monday 2nd & 16th March 2026
TIME:      7:00 – 7:45pm
VENUE:  Online Via Zoom

Target Audience: Post-primary Teachers and Support Staff seeking immediate, measurable improvements in Supporting Teens with ADHD in inclusive, compassionate classrooms.

Join a clinical specialist occupational therapist with lived ADHD experience for a concise, two-part webinar series designed for Post-Primary teachers.

Part 1 covers what ADHD is in teens and understanding Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD), plus practical, ready-to-use classroom strategies.

Part 2 dives into diverse learning styles, meeting the whole-person needs of teens with ADHD, and creating pathways for them to flourish, all while modelling self-compassion and sustainable self-care for educators.

Learning outcomes (for both parts):

• Recognise ADHD signs in adolescents and identify RSD triggers and responses.
• Apply clear, realistic classroom adjustments and routines to reduce distress and boost engagement.
• Supportive teaching methods to multiple ADHD learning profiles and provide feasible accommodations.
• Use strength-based feedback to foster motivation, resilience, and self-efficacy.
• Practice self-compassion and practical self-care to sustain effective support.

Format and impact:
- Two 60-minute live sessions
- Delivered by a clinician who is also a neurodivergent thinker with lived ADHD experience, offering authentic, actionable insights

Bio of Presenter - Padraig Danaher, The OT Coach

Padraig Danaher is a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist and Psychological Coach with over 15 years of experience supporting teenagers and adults through complex adversity and psychological challenges. Since 2011, Padraig has specialised in trauma, a strengths-based approach and attachment, guiding clients to reclaim meaning and purpose in their lives.

As the founder of The OT Coach practice, Padraig leads a team of experienced occupational therapists delivering holistic interventions across community and clinical settings. His approach is rooted in person-centred care, emphasising connectedness, hope, identity, meaningful roles, and empowerment. He is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel truly understood, seen, and heard.

Through evidence-based therapeutic strategies, Padraig facilitates adaptive occupational engagement, helping individuals navigate adverse experiences, restore their sense of self, and reconnect with their community. His goal is to foster resilience and hope, and to inspire clients to live authentically and meaningfully.