Imagine watching our teens shine confidently as they get ready to launch and take on the biggest role of their lives.

This is our main objective for your teen AND you when you sign up for one of our TEACH Me ADHD: Director's Cut workshops! This new series is intended to support teens through the adolescent years when we want to give them more independence and practice of essential life skills before they go off to college. 
TEACH Me ADHD (C): Director's Cut is designed for ALL teens between the ages of 13 - 18 whether or not they have a formal diagnosis of ADHD or anxiety since all teens can benefit. 

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Learn from Anywhere

We know teens have busy lives so we offer a rotating schedule of this and each of the TEACH Me ADHD: Director's Cut Teen Workshop Series throughout the year.

Each of the 10 workshops are 90-minutes and offered on zoom. Your teen can log on using their phone, tablet, or computer and use headphones for privacy. We will be offering each of 10 workshops multiple times a year so your teen can always sign up based on their schedule and time of year.

Teens can sign up for one, a few, or all the workshops! 

Teen-Focused

This workshop is exclusively for teens aged 13 to 18, allowing them to learn and grow alongside their peers. We have designed the series with teens stepping into the "director" role, using theater terminology to empower them to "rework their script" and realize their true potential.

There are ten workshops in total for our directors to learn and hone their craft. Teens who need ongoing support or have further questions will gain access to our free, secure Kajabi Communities app, which allows communication with our instructor between classes for questions and encouragement. The forum is monitored by our staff and only registered teens and staff will have access.

Parent Support Included

Teens can invite parents to join them during each live workshop, either on or off camera.

However in keeping with the theme, parents in this main stage production take on the important role of "Stage Managers" who do a variety of tasks behind the scenes.

Parent attendance is optional as parents will receive an email with access to resources and a video summarizing content ahead of each workshop. These tools are intended to help you talk confidently with your teen and reinforce ongoing practice! 

Check out the complete TEACH Me ADHD Director's Cut 10-workshop series just for teens!

We have been busy behind the scenes creating engaging new content just for teens. Utilizing the same fun, engaging and interactive format TEACH Me ADHD is known for, we apply the same methods to a THEATER-THEMED curriculum so teens become the "director" of their biggest production yet--LIFE.  We've curated 10 workshops for our budding creatives to get them ready to not only implement their vision of the script but they will feel confident to star as the lead character in their life story.

This series is designed to be suitable to all teens, even those without ADHD or anxiety, as adolescence is often filled with a lot of "drama."

As our teens progress through this "stage" of life,  parents find themselves as as "stage managers." This role is just as important, with parents staying in the "wings"—ready to step in as needed but allowing our teens to take the spotlight and shine on stage when it's time.

Time Management and Organization

Behind the scenes, we call this "Scaffolding for Success." In this 90-minute workshop, teens will:
  • Get to know yourself and your needs to build the scaffolding for success
  • Learn about time management and organization, as well as how to identify time wasters.

Emotional Regulation

We call this one "Anger on the Set". In this 90-minute workshop, teens will:
  • Learn how to recognize triggers and use self calming techniques to control emotions
  • Address issues of bullying and learn strategies to prevent and handle it
     

All About ADHD

"What's the Show About?" is a great review for anyone who wants to learn more about ADHD-including those not sure if it's real.  In this 90-minute workshop, teens will:
  • Discover strengths and weaknesses
  • Learn Executive Function tools
  • Learn how to advocate for themselves on their stage
  • Gain valuable insights into your brain

Communication and Social Skills

Stage presence is a performer's ability to engage and capture an audience's attention. In our 90-minute "Stage Presence" workshop, teens will:
  • Learn to boost communication and social skills
  • Build self-esteem
  • Learn to "shine on stage"—in other words, in life!

Neuroscience 101

Behind the scenes we call this one, "Setting the Stage for Success". This 90 minute workshop delves into the neuroscience of ADHD and anxiety and offers natural ways to boost your own neurotransmitters. This is where we talk about nutrition, exercise, sleep and self care routines. 

ADHD Medications

ADHD Medications remain the first-line treatment for ADHD, but teens may have side effects. In the theater world, "open-ended run" means that a show will run as long as there is interest. Finding the right medication sometimes takes time but once the right one is found, it can have a long run. If you're nervous to start medications or struggling to find the right fit, learn to manage side effects for optimal control of symptoms. This is a good one for parents to attend with their teen. 

Anxiety Management

We call this one "Turn Down the Volume" or Quiet on the set! We will focus on why anxiety exists, when it's helpful (hint: it's there for a reason), and how we can manage when it keeps us from doing what we need or want to do using healthy coping skills

Negative Thinking

Rejection sensitivity and negativity can be challenged for a better outlook. Let's learn how to re-work that script for a positive outlook and mindset in "Reworking the Script" 90 minute workshop. 

 

Finding Motivation

People with ADHD often are labeled as "lazy" but it's not laziness that gets in the way. Sometimes its perfectionism or overwhelm. We know it can be hard to get started even though you know you need to. Learn some proven techniques to boost motivation when motivating is hard in "Get Inspired and Go"

Mindfulness

Think mindfulness and ADHD don't mix? Think again! There are many ways to practice mindfulness so to improve focus and emotional regulation. In this 90 minute workshop, teens will:

  • learn the science of mindfulness
  • discover and practice various techniques

It is not magic but it can feel like it! 

Extra! Extra!

Teens and parents will have the ability to download accompanying worksheets to print at their home as they wish. Teens can even import the PDF onto their tablet/iPAD and mark it up! Families can choose to order an actual workbook with all 10 workshop materials that will be shipped to their door for an extra fee. 

Meet Your "Assistant Director"

Each 90 minute workshop is led by Dr Kristen Stuppy, general pediatrician, based in Kansas who brings over 25 years of cumulative experience working with families in the clinic and online. She is passionate about supporting our budding creatives as they take on both director and actor roles throughout the run of your show.