Our July speaker is Melanie Roche who will be talking about Substance Use, Addictions & ADHD on Thursday, 4th July 7:00 pm (AEST).

Melanie is an accredited EMDR Therapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with a Masters in Social Work Counselling (University of NSW). Specialising in working with clients with mental health and complex trauma, Melanie also shares her expertise and knowledge in her University teaching roles.

Identifying as a neurodivergent practitioner herself, Melanie is passionate about helping clients and their families better understand ADHD, and works with them to develop strategies to assist with a client’s presenting needs.

Possessing 18 years in counselling and case management, Melanie now works in her private practice; where she provides training and consulting to other helping professionals, along with counselling provided to individuals, families and groups.

In this talk, Melanie will cover:

* What the research says about link between substance use and Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) use & addiction for people with ADHD

* Exploration around why people with ADHD can be susceptible to AOD use/addictive behaviours (from a neurobiological perspective)

* Some case studies of work with clients in my private practice; which will look at some strategies used to help these clients

* Options to assist people, and their family members (e.g resources and support numbers)

For more information about Melanie Roche, visit:

https://www.melanieroche.com.au/about-melanie

Professionals attending will receive a Certificate of Attendance to help them keep track of their professional development.

To find out more/book tickets visit the website:

www.adhdsupportaustralia.com.au/events

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The talk commences 7pm AEST (Sydney time) so if you are not in this time zone please check using this link what time this will be for you.

I look forward to seeing you there – Vivian