Unwrapping the Gifts: A Strength-Based Approach to ADHD Across the Life Span 2026
Hybrid Event
Aug 10 - 12, 2026
Orleans, Massachusetts, USA
12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ ...
22 Day(s) leftOVERVIEW
Unwrapping the Gifts: A Strength-Based Approach to ADHD Across the Life Span is organized by Cape Cod Institute (CCI) and will be held from Aug 10 - 12, 2026 at Nauset Regional Middle School, Orleans, Massachusetts, United States of America.
Description:
From childhood through adulthood, ADHD presents not only problems but also unique opportunities for change, growth, and success. The goal of diagnosis and treatment is to transform ADHD from a chronic liability into an overall asset in life. The purpose of this seminar is to show how to do precisely that and to present much of the new information we have learned about ADHD in the past decade.
In their work with people of all ages, Dr. Hallowell and Sue George Hallowell have learned that a strength-based approach to diagnosis and treatment leads to the best outcomes. The moment the clinician meets the client, he or she looks for talents, skills, and strengths and builds a treatment plan to promote those first and foremost. In addition, the clinician radiates a positive attitude and affirming energy, which in turn mobilizes hope, excitement, and curiosity, which drives treatment to much greater success than can be achieved otherwise.
Interweaving advanced material and innovative new treatments with introductory information aimed both at professionals and non-professionals, this seminar will explore the entire world of ADHD in its human as well as its clinical and scientific dimensions. It will provide a solid, practical basis for understanding ADHD at all ages in all contexts.
Throughout the course, the Hallowell’s will invite participants to share a bit about themselves and their experiences. Participation is optional, but many find it fosters a trusting atmosphere and enhances learning.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Describe ADHD across the lifespan
- Explain a strengths-based approach to ADHD and its rationale for improved outcomes
- List skills and strengths associated with ADHD, as well as typical challenges and difficulties
- Describe the basic biology of ADHD and the role of testing in diagnosis, and recognize common diagnostic pitfalls
- Identify co-occurring conditions and differential diagnoses frequently seen in individuals with ADHD
- Evaluate evidence-based treatment strategies, including medication, coaching, nutrition, exercise, and other interventions
- Discuss the impact of ADHD on relationships, parenting, couples, sexuality, and across gender categories, and strategies to support clients in these areas
- Apply a strength-based model to case examples to anticipate life stage challenges and develop practical treatment plans
KEY DATES
09 Apr, 2026
Registrations Open
10 Aug, 2026
Event Start Date
12 Aug, 2026
Event End Date
ACCREDITATION & CREDITS
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC):
MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7187. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This program is being offered for 12 NBCC credit hours.
New York LCATs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists. # CAT-0090.
Educators:
For eligibility information, contact your State certifying authority.
Massachusetts Educators: Educators in Massachusetts are eligible for 12 Professional Development Points (PDPs) for each program attended. MAK Continuing Education, LLC is a registered Professional Development Provider (PD number: U20190001) with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
Marriage and Family Therapists:
Massachusetts LMFTs: An application will be submitted to NEAFAST for LMFT professional continuing education through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health & Human Services Professions for this activity.
Please check back here for updates on approval status. You can also find a complete list of courses approved by NEAFAST for LMFT professional continuing education through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health & Human Services Professions on the Continuing Education page.
If you are interested in joining a course that does not currently have approval, please email info@cape.org with your inquiry about application status.
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC):
MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7187. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This program is being offered for 12 NBCC credit hours.
New York LMFTs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists # MFT-0095.
Physicians & Nursing Professionals:
A.C.C.M.E. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc., and MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute. The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc., is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
A.M.A. The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc., designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Professional Counselors & Mental Health Counselors:
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC):
MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7187. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This program is being offered for 12 NBCC credit hours.
New York LMHCs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. # MHC-0217.
Psychoanalysts:
New York LPs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychoanalysts # P-0052.
Psychologists:
American Psychological Association (APA): MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education credit hours.
California PSYs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is approved by the CPA OPD to sponsor continuing professional education for psychologists. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content. CPA OPD Provider Code: MAK001. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education credit hours.
Canada PSYs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute maintains responsibility for the program. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education credit hours.
Florida PSYs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is an approved provider with the Florida Board of Psychology. CE Broker Tracking #50-41796. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education contact hours.
New York PSYs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists # PSY-0102. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education credit hours.
Ohio PSYs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is an OPA-MCE Approved Provider. Approved Provider: #854261519. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education credit hours.
Pennsylvania PSYs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Provider # PSY000226. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute maintains responsibility for the program. This live course is eligible for 12 continuing education credit hours.
School Psychologists:
MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer continuing education for school psychologists. MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute maintains responsibility for the program. NASP Approved Provider #1180.
Social Workers:
Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB): MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute, Provider #1197, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/20/2025-8/20/2028. Social workers completing this course receive 12 clinical continuing education credits.
New Jersey SWs: The New Jersey State Board of Social Work Examiners (NJSBSWE) accepts courses from providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program.
New York SWs: MAK Continuing Education, LLC, Cape Cod Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers
TARGET AUDIENCE
PhysicianNursinglicensed mental health counselorsSocial WorkersLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistPsychologistsSPECIALITIES
PsychologyPsychiatrySUGGESTED HOTELS
CONFERENCE VENUE
Nauset Regional Middle School
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