Supporting Students with EF Difficulties:
Evidence-Based Strategies for Success
Presentation by Sean G. McCormick, M. Ed., ET/P
October 8, 2024, 6:30-8:30PM
2CE via Zoom
Fees CCPA Member $50, Non-Member $55, Student $25
Workshop Description
This presentation will provide an overview of the primary executive function (EF) skills: what they are and the ways they impact the lives of individuals who have specific EF difficulties. Several models of executive functioning skills will be described and interaction effects with ADHD will be examined. This presentation will also present a framework for enhancing EF skills and suggestions for working collaboratively with others to provide a supportive environment for individuals challenged by EF skill issues. This presentation will address executive functioning as it impacts students in school settings and developmentally as they transition into young adulthood.
Presenter: Sean G. McCormick, M. Ed., ET/P
Sean is the founder of Executive Function Specialists, pioneering cutting-edge practices to guide students with ADHD to overcome procrastination, disorganization, and school avoidance. His passion for empowering others led him to establish the Executive Function Coaching Academy, which offers training programs for aspiring executive function coaches. He is also the co-founder of UpSkill Specialists, a company that provides executive function coaching for neurodivergent adults.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this presentation Attendees will be able to:
1. Participants will be able to describe at least three actionable strategies focused on executive function to improve patient support.
2. Participants will identify 2 methods to collaborate with at least one other type of care provider (e.g., psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists) in supporting children and teens with executive function difficulties.
3. Participants will identify two evidence-based tools or practices that they can incorporate into their future clinical work to improve long-term patient outcomes and life satisfaction.
California Psychological Association (CPA) is co-sponsoring with Contra Costa County Psychological Association. CPA is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists CPA maintains responsibility for this program and its contents. Important Notice: Those who attend the workshop and complete the CPA evaluation form will receive 2.0 continuing education credits. Please note that APA CE rules require that we give credit only to those who attend the entire workshop. Those arriving more than 15 minutes after the start time or leaving before the workshop is completed will not receive CE credits.