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April 14, 2026 (8:30 – 9:30 AM)How to Support Learning, Growth, and Confidence in Children with ADHD

Presenter: James McGurk, LMFT, Psy.D

Dr. James McGurk is an experienced therapist with over five years of experience working with children, adults, and their families who have ADHD, anxiety, and learning disabilities. Dr. McGurk will cover a variety of topics, including common misconceptions and myths of an ADHD diagnosis, as well as how feelings of shame can influence the functioning of families that have children with ADHD. Dr. McGurk will introduce practical tools and strategies that help to build a working confidence in children with ADHD and their families, and educate on how small changes in one’s attitude and approach towards ADHD can lead to positive outcomes. Dr. McGurk uses a compassion and empathy-based approach to therapy to support his clients in building confidence in their own thoughts, feelings, and emotions. He currently has offices in Sherman Oaks and West L.A.