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ADHD Parenting Help

I’m Vivian, the founder of ADHD Support Australia.

You’re probably here because you have a child or children with challenging behaviours, ADHD (or suspected ADHD), and you’re looking for guidance and support to help bring out the best in them.

You may be feeling overwhelmed, confused, or isolated. Life may seem chaotic or out of control.

I can help.

I offer two online courses that provide a solid foundation for understanding ADHD and navigating family life more confidently.

Both courses include the same core content. The Interactive version also includes six weekly one-hour group Zoom calls and access to a private Facebook group for additional support.

These courses are suitable for parents and carers of both children and teens with ADHD. They’re also valuable for teachers or anyone seeking a better understanding of children with ADHD.

The goal is to inform and empower you to work collaboratively with your child using practical strategies that make a real difference in your daily lives.

ADHD is not caused by poor parenting.

But specific ADHD parent training can significantly improve your child’s symptoms, reduce your stress, and create a calmer, more connected family life. This course offers that training.

The more informed you are about ADHD and what works, the easier it becomes to shift your perspective and build a positive relationship with your child.

Your awareness and mindset truly can influence your child’s behaviour, confidence, and quality of life—for them and for your whole family.

Enrol in the ‘Parenting Children with ADHD’ 6-Week Online Course of Your Choice

The Interactive course runs every term and includes:

  • Six weekly one-hour group Zoom calls
  • Private Facebook group for ongoing support
  • Guided weekly home practice
  • A non-judgmental, empathetic course environment

Alternatively, the Start Anytime course is available all year. It includes the full course content, but no Zoom calls or Facebook group—perfect for self-paced learning.

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Parent and Carer Testimonials

Vanessa - Parent

“Despite many years of psychologists and Google research I hadn’t been able to find really tangible action advice on how to parent my ADHD stepson until I came across Vivian’s parenting workshop. The course was invaluable because it explained the disorder simply and with great insight but then went through the various facets with actual plans for what to do and why it works. I’ve implemented many of the ideas, which have shown very positive results, and importantly learnt what not to do and how what I was doing was often exacerbating the problem. The group forum was highly supportive and being able to discuss specific situations with others in similar positions also enhanced the learning whilst reassuring me I was not alone! In so many years of research this has been the most helpful and I am so grateful for the visible results in my stepson and also in our relationship thanks to this course. The takeaway booklets are an ongoing reference and reminder that I still use. Couldn’t recommend highly enough, this course is a life-changer.”

Deborah - Parent

“A wonderful and highly informed lady helping to educate parents about ADHD. Well worth attending one of her parenting groups, especially if you are just learning about it.”

Corrie - Parent

“I learnt lots of new and relevant information on the course but it also cemented my existing knowledge on ADHD. Vivian is very knowledgeable and breaks down the information in an easy to digest way using her relaxed and fun approach to teaching. It was also lovely to meet other mums in similar situations to share stories and brain-storm problems. I would highly recommend.”

Nikki - Parent

“When I didn’t know what to do next or where to go, I found your parenting course and I could relax knowing I was gaining the knowledge I needed to travel this unexpected road with my family. 100% open minded with regards to medication I have never felt any judgement only support and encouragement to keep trying. Meeting other parents who understand has been invaluable. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Vivian.“

Parent

“A good basic comprehensive course. It was great to meet other parents and be able to learn together, share information and experiences. Lots of reliable source of information and useful material. Thank you very much Vivian!”

Parent

“It was great to get together with other families going through similar issues and discuss strategies in a supportive network. I gained ideas to support our family and optimise everyone’s wellbeing.”

Parent

“I have found ADHD Support Australia so helpful. The parenting course, the speakers, the special events and the website have been great resources. It has also been wonderful to connect with other people in the ADHD community. Vivian is so knowledgeable and helpful and caring. I consider myself very fortunate to have found this group and that it is on the Northern Beaches!”

Parenting Workshop Attendee

“As a parent with a newly diagnosed 6 y/o I can’t express how useful the 4 hour Parenting Workshop was. I took so much away from the day, I still have so much to learn but this has really given me some clarity, a broad understanding of what we are dealing with, what we can do to support our family, where to get more information and importantly that we are not alone! Thank you so much Vivian – your commitment is commendable and the sharing of your knowledge and lived experience is invaluable! I cant thank you enough.”

Parenting Workshop Attendee

“This was my first time attending any sort of information session on ADHD and I found it so informative. There was so much to learn and really comforting to know we are not alone on this challenging journey.”

Parent

“This course provides good, easy understanding of all topics related to ADHD for parents, teachers and other family members as a new learner.”

Parent

“An extremely well thought-out, practical guide for parents who will benefit from the hundreds (and hundreds) of practical examples Vivian supplies on how to assist children with ADHD and a more successful family life. I cannot recommend this course more highly, well done and thank you!”

Parent

“This was an amazing course for parents who have a child with ADHD. The info and study is very clear and simple to understand. I highly recommend this course to any parent who has a child with ADHD.”

Parent

“An extremely well thought-out, practical guide for parents who will benefit from the
“I would like to mention the dedication you have demonstrated in putting together such a vast array of hand picked materials to lead parents through the obstacles, pointing out pitfalls. At times we all need hand holding through something that is profoundly affecting both our children’s lives and own own. Thank you Vivian for being there – Online or not, you turned up and were there for me, sharing with great generosity to illuminate the journey. You truly care in helping parents and their children and are beyond generous with the life-long resources you have made available to us. Bless you Vivian, you are a great inspiration. The World needs more people like you.”

Parent

“What I loved most about this course was your passion to genuinely help people that are in the dark and struggling. Your humility as you describe the subjects and including your own experiences too is heartwarming. I will remember much more what and how you said things than anything I will read elsewhere. For me the humanising aspect meant a lot to me.”

Grandparent

“As a family new to this dilemma, it answered so many questions and reassured us that we can overcome this and guide my beautiful granddaughter through life.”

Parent

“A wonderful course that provides great insight into parenting a child with ADHD, 10/10.”

Parent Course Attendee

“I can not recommend this course enough. It has dramatically improved our home by educating us about how to live with ADHD. It has given us parents material about how to understand ADHD more and how to make our home more ADHD friendly which improves everyone.”eep everyone entertained during the screen reset. Supportive group calls. Overall a very positive experience for our family.”

Parent Course Attendee

“The course was really useful in framing both the challenges and opportunities of ADHD with practical and insightful recommendations to work with your child/ren. Understanding the challenges children face and working collaboratively with them to improve day to day life is invaluable. Vivian was both knowledgeable and empathetic and generously shares her experience and wisdom. Highly recommend for any parent or caregiver who loves a child with ADHD.”

Parent Course Attendee

“A great course. Lots of information to understand the gravitation of our children to screens, and heaps of suggestions on activities and alternative options to keep everyone entertained during the screen reset. Supportive group calls. Overall a very positive experience for our family.”

Parent

“A wonderful course that provides great insight into parenting a child with ADHD, 10/10.”

Parent

“Fab course – just do it!”

How will this parenting course help me?

This course has been specifically developed for parents of children with ADHD. Its goal is to help you better understand your child and support them more effectively, while reducing stress and creating stronger family relationships.

In the Interactive course, sharing your experiences with other parents helps foster a sense of connection and community. Many parents find the peer support one of the most valuable aspects of the course.

You’ll gain knowledge to work with your child to manage ADHD-related challenges while championing their strengths. You’ll learn:

  • How to build self-esteem through encouraging a growth mindset
  • How to solve problems collaboratively and proactively
  • Practical parenting strategies that lead to better routines and relationships at home
  • The importance of self-care
  • How to optimise sleep
  • Better understanding of medications and treatments
  • How to advocate effectively at school

The Interactive version gives you time each week to connect with other parents and with me. Each session is a safe, supportive space to reflect on your parenting, share stories, ask questions, and test new approaches.

The Start Anytime course is fully self-paced and can be started whenever suits you. It includes the full content but does not include the live calls or Facebook group.

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About Me

Vivian Dunstan, ADHD educator and founder of ADHD Support Australia, seated at a desk with a laptop, notebook, and pink flowers, portraying a calm and focused work environment for online advocacy and parent support

I’m Vivian, the founder and organiser of ADHD Support Australia, established in 2013. I began facilitating the Parenting Children with ADHD course in person in 2015 and launched the online version in 2019 to make it accessible to more families.

I’m an ADDCA-trained ADHD Coach, certified PEERS Social Skills provider for teens and young adults, Certified Digital Health Educator with the NIDHW, Certified NeuroACT provider, qualified teacher, Mental Health First Aider, Lifeline Accidental Counsellor, and former Raise mentor. Most importantly, I’m an experienced ADHD mum and was recently diagnosed with ADHD myself.

I’ve spent the past 26 years raising and supporting my daughter through childhood, adolescence, and now young adulthood. Along the way, we’ve faced ADHD, anxiety, learning difficulties, gut issues, coeliac disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, and more.

My experience includes both conventional and holistic approaches. I draw on lived experience, my own research, over 130 expert talks I’ve hosted, and formal training—including advanced workshops such as Dr Ross Greene’s Collaborative & Proactive Solutions course.

This course reflects everything I’ve learned and continue to learn, and it’s designed to support you on your own parenting journey.

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