ADHD Parent Support Group - 5-Week Program with Kent Jensen, MSW

Transform your parenting approach with evidence-based strategies for children with ADHD. Connect with other parents while learning movement-based interventions, visual systems, and practical tools that reduce daily battles and strengthen family relationships.

Are you feeling overwhelmed parenting a child with ADHD? Do daily battles over homework, chores, and behavior leave you exhausted? This 5-week support group provides research-backed strategies and connects you with other parents who understand your challenges.

Facilitated by Kent Jensen, MSW, a specialist in ADHD treatment, this program goes beyond basic information to provide practical, evidence-based tools you can implement immediately.

Week 1: Understanding ADHD & The Brain

• Why ADHD behaviors occur (they're not "bad choices")
• How movement helps ADHD brains focus
• Creating effective visual reminder systems

Week 2: Emotional Regulation

• Managing anger, frustration, and lying behaviors
• De-escalation techniques that actually work
• Building trust and emotional safety

Week 3: Managing Everyday Challenges

• Screen time battles and sleep issues
• Understanding addiction risks in ADHD
• Creating healthy boundaries with visual systems

Week 4: School & Social Success

• Academic support strategies and advocacy
• Building friendship skills
• Homework systems that reduce conflict

Week 5: Strengthening Family Dynamics

• Reducing sibling conflicts
• Building long-term resilience
• Celebrating your child's unique strengths

• Evidence-based strategies including collaborative problem-solving and visual reinforcement
• Interactive format with teaching, discussion, and hands-on practice
• Age-specific guidance for elementary through high school challenges
• Take-home resources you can use immediately

Parents of children with ADHD who want to:

• Better understand their child's brain and behavior
• Learn effective, research-backed parenting strategies
• Connect with other parents facing similar challenges
• Create more peaceful family dynamics
• Build confidence in their parenting approach

Kent Jensen, MSW, specializes in ADHD treatment and has developed comprehensive programs including specialized interventions for teens and young adults, anger management, and addiction prevention. His approach combines the latest neuroscience research with practical, family-friendly strategies.

Dates: October 15, 22, 29 & November 5th and 12th, 2025

Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm ET

Location: Life Enrichment Counseling Center, 7051 Heathcote Village Way, Suite 265 Gainesville, VA 20155

Group Size: Limited to ensure personalized attention

Materials: Take-home resources and visual tools included

Early Bird: $200 (register by September 19th, 2025) Regular: $250

• 5 weekly group sessions (90 minutes each)
• Take-home resource materials
• Visual tools and checklists
• Ongoing support throughout the program
• Connection with a supportive parent community

Space is limited to ensure quality interaction and personalized attention. Register early to secure your spot.

Questions? Contact Life Enrichment Counseling Center at 703-754-0636

Life Enrichment Counseling Center Life Enrichment Counseling Center, 7051 Heathcote Village Way, Suite 265 Gainesville, VA 20155

Parking: Parking Available in parking lot

Full refunds are available up to 7 days before the first class (October 8, 2025). Cancellations made less than 7 days before the start date are non-refundable. In the event that the program is cancelled by Life Enrichment Counseling Center, all participants will receive a full refund.

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