Raising Children with ADHD: In-Person Event November 18

Families are invited to join FamilySmart for an in-person event in Coquitlam exploring ways to support children with ADHD.

Event: Raising Children with ADHD: Finding Calm in Unpredictability
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
Location: Executive Plaza & Suites, 405 North Road, Coquitlam - Aspen Room

While strategies for managing challenging behaviour, whatever our child’s neurotype, can be helpful, they’re difficult to use when you’re burnt out, overwhelmed, or caught up in your child’s emotional state. Even though you can’t control it, you’re not powerless.  In this session, we’ll explore how shifting your own responses during difficult moments can ease tension and help you feel calmer and more confident as a parent or caregiver.

Join FamilySmart and Rebecca Van Der Hijde, a Family Therapist and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She has over 15 years of experience working with families raising children with autism, ADHD, and/or developmental disabilities. Her work has spanned a variety of roles in helping families navigate complex emotional and behavioural challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. With a focus on calm, connection, and empowerment, Rebecca is passionate about helping caregivers understand their child’s behaviour (and their own behaviour too!). Registration for this event is limited. 

Register here

About FamilySmart

FamilySmart is a non-profit organization that supports parents and caregivers of children and youth facing mental health challenges. They offer free events, 1:1 support, and community presentations across BC.

For more information or to connect directly with FamilySmart, visit their website.