Mental health and neurodiversity sessions for schools – for staff, students and parents.
Dr Amanda Mullin is a neuro-affirming, trauma-informed clinical psychologist who works with schools, community organisations and early learning centres across Australia. Professional development, student sessions, parent nights and early childhood seminars – all science-backed, all practical, none of them death by PowerPoint.
Make your next professional development day, parent night, or school conference a truly memorable and transformative experience. Dr. Amanda Mullin’s presentations and workshops inspire action, provide evidence-based strategies, and leave participants equipped with tools to create positive change in their communities.
EDUCATOR PD
For wellbeing teams, teachers and support staff.
Practical professional development that helps staff support neurodiverse learners – and look after their own wellbeing too.
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PARENT NIGHTS
Empowering Parents, Strengthening Communities
Parent cafes or evening sessions that send parents home with clear, doable strategies – and strengthen the link between home and school.
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EARLY LEARNING
For early childhood centres and ECLC educators.
Seminars on child brain development, big behaviours and educator wellbeing – built for the under-fives world, not borrowed from primary school.
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Feedback from participants
From our feedback surverys: 100% of participants would recommend.
Recent comments from attendees include…
Absolutely fantastic workshop…so insightful! I learned a lot of new information and am so grateful for your care and expertise in presenting on this subject matter. I found it very valuable! Ty.
Understanding meaningful motivations and how it positively impacts students in a classroom. Interest based strategies are also pivotal in assisting with regulating emotions.
Thank you Amanda for such an insightful presentation. Loads of very helpful information
Different not deficit – this helps me to remember I need to be more creative when support young people. -Really good information. Very enlightening.
Inclusive language and how to recognise aspects of ASD, anxiety and ADHD. Excellent workshop, thank you so much!
Amanda was very good at explaining the information thoroughly while keeping everyone interested and engaged.
How to recognise students needing support and ways to offer that support at appropriate times.
Your inclusive language and promotion of people who are neurodiverse is fantastic. I have a son with a neurodiverse condition and I wish more people were as supportive in their terms as you are.
Develop an understanding of the range of differences in students and what these differences might look like and how we can support – Excellent presentation
EDUCATOR PD
Elevate your next professional development day with engaging workshops tailored to meet the unique challenges educators face. Educators are the backbone of every school community, yet the increasing demands on teachers can lead to stress, burnout, and challenges in managing diverse classroom needs. Dr. Amanda Mullin’s professional development workshops provide teachers with actionable strategies to support neurodiverse learners, foster emotional regulation, and manage their own wellbeing.
These sessions are designed to empower educators with evidence-based tools to create inclusive, engaging classrooms where every student can succeed. Staff leave these sessions with renewed confidence, actionable insights, and tools they can apply immediately to create safer, more inclusive classrooms. Just as importantly, they provide practical self-care techniques, ensuring educators feel supported in their roles.
By investing in your teachers’ wellbeing and professional growth, you’re investing in the success of your entire school community.
Formats
- Customised for your team
- Keynotes from 45 minutes
- Workshops from 2 hours to a whole day
PARENT NIGHTS
Parents play an essential role in their children’s mental and emotional wellbeing, yet many feel unprepared to tackle today’s challenges, from managing anxiety to navigating social pressures.
Delivered with warmth and backed by evidence-based approaches, these sessions leave parents feeling confident and equipped to handle their child’s unique needs. From understanding neurodiversity or improving resilience to managing big emotions, these seminars provide a roadmap for nurturing happier, healthier families.
By strengthening parent-school partnerships, your school builds a community where every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Formats
- Short Presentations – suitable for parent information sessions
- Parent Seminar – suitable for parent evenings
- Delivered online or inperson
EARLY LEARNING
The demands of caring for young minds, coupled with the growing pressures of record-keeping, meeting diverse needs, and supporting families, can take a toll on educators’ mental health.
Did you know that one in five professionals in Australia, including childhood educators, has needed time off due to stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed? When educators are supported, they can truly flourish – and so can the children in their care.
These seminars inspire a sense of clarity and calm, helping educators and parents feel more connected to the children they care for.
With practical tips and evidence-based strategies, participants leave feeling hopeful and equipped to create positive, nurturing environments where every child can flourish.
Formats
- Customised to your team – enquire
- Parent nights
- Delivered online or inperson
Why Schools Choose Dr. Amanda Mullin
- Expertise in Preventative Mental Health: Practical, science backed strategies to build resilience and improve wellbeing for students, parents, and staff.
- Tailored Workshops for Unique Needs: Sessions designed to address neurodiversity, ADHD, anxiety, and mental health challenges in education.
- Proven Experience in Educational Settings: From early learning centres to schools and universities, Dr. Amanda has worked extensively with educators to assess and enhance their wellbeing initiatives.
- Consultative Approach: Flexible and adaptable to ensure the highest quality outcomes for your community.
NEURODIVERSITY KEYNOTES, PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS
Anxiety, ADHD, Neurodiversity and Mental Wellbeing – Empowering Educators to Support Every Student
Neurodiversity affects up to 20% of the population, yet misconceptions and challenges often hinder educators’ ability to fully support their students.
What if we shifted the focus to a strengths-based approach that celebrates diversity while addressing unique needs?
Dr. Amanda Mullin’s workshops and presentations are designed to answer the pressing questions educators face in today’s classrooms:
- Is the prevalence of neurodevelopmental conditions increasing, or is awareness improving?
- How can educators identify and support students who need tailored interventions?
- What practical strategies prevent staff burnout when managing big emotions in the classroom?
- How can schools refine teaching, learning, and assessment methods to better support students with disabilities?
- What is the profile of a twice-exceptional student, and how can they be nurtured?
- Are ADHD and Autism support strategies different, and how do we implement them effectively?
- What are the best interventions for improving attention, memory, and concentration?
Neurodiversity is not a label – it’s a lens through which we can better understand and support our students. Emotional dysregulation and learning challenges don’t exist in isolation; they ripple through classrooms, impacting peers, teachers, and the overall learning environment.
When a student grapples with emotional dysregulation, it reverberates through the classroom. From peers to educators, the impact is multifaceted, emphasising the need for practical and effective strategies. These workshops for Primary Schools, High Schools and Early Childhood educators are meticulously crafted, aiming to equip your educational team with tangible, actionable skills.
My mission is to empower educators to seamlessly cater to a diverse student body, ensuring every child has an opportunity to flourish.
Workshops for Primary Schools, High Schools and Pre-Schools – give your team the immediate, practical skills they need to cope with a diverse cohort.
Why Choose Dr. Amanda’s Workshops?
Dr. Amanda’s workshops are tailored specifically for early childhood settings, delivering actionable tips and strategies educators can use immediately. Participants leave feeling recharged, valued, and equipped to continue their vital work with renewed energy.
THINKING DIFFERENTLY ABOUT ADHD – TIPS FOR PARENTS & EDUCATORS
Is it possible that listening to music when studying is helpful?
As a parent myself, I’m passionate about helping young people to reach their potential – and that can start with having parents and educators who understand why a child might be acting out, playing up or being oppositional.
We know the prevalence of anxiety reaches into every classroom. New Australian figures suggest one in ten children may have ADHD. The research into, and our understanding of neurodiversity is rapidly evolving. Bring your community together to learn about neurodiversity, ADHD and anxiety in the classroom.
This parent and educator seminar is designed to introduce the community to brain development, what to expect at different stages, and provide simple and effective tips to manage anxiety, big emotions and challenging behaviours.
Learn why children might be incredibly messy and forgetful. Discover why they might struggle to notice the passing of time, or have difficulty starting tasks.
… join Dr Amanda at a Think Differently Parent/Educator Seminar or Talk.
Popular Topics include:
- Anxiety, ADHD and Autism in the Classroom: An introduction.
- Emotional Regulation in Students
- How Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Procrastination affects students
- Classroom strategies for ADHD – an introduction for teaching staff
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