Adult ADHD Group Treatment Program

Receiving an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood can bring clarity as well as new questions. This group program is designed to support adults in the early stages of understanding their diagnosis, offering a structured space to explore symptoms, reflect on experiences, and consider practical strategies for daily life. Sessions combine clinical input, peer discussion, and lived experience to support learning and self-reflection.

The eight-week program is offered in person in North Adelaide and online for interstate or rural participants. It covers four key areas: psychology, medicine, dietetics, and relationships. Groups are small — up to six participants in person and up to ten online — to support engagement and allow time for individual reflection within a group setting.

The program is overseen by Dr Emilie Staehr, a general practitioner with experience in mental health and personal lived experience of ADHD. She provides clinical guidance to ensure the program aligns with a biopsychosocial–cultural understanding of the condition and considers its impact on daily routines, relationships, identity, and wellbeing.

This program offers reliable information, guided discussion, and practical tools. Whether attending online or in person, participants are provided with a consistent framework to deepen their understanding of ADHD and explore approaches that may assist in everyday life.

This program offers more than information alone. It provides a structured and supportive setting for adults in the early stages of an ADHD diagnosis to explore their experiences and consider practical approaches for daily life.

Multidisciplinary approach

The program incorporates perspectives from psychology, medicine, dietetics, and relationships, reflecting the varied ways ADHD can influence daily functioning.

Facilitators with lived experience

Several facilitators draw on both professional training and personal lived experience, offering a balanced and grounded approach to the material.

Tailored to the early post-diagnosis stage

Designed for adults who are newly diagnosed and seeking guidance, orientation, and structured support.

Small-group format

In-person groups are capped at six participants, with online groups allowing up to ten, supporting individual engagement within a connected group setting.

Practical and applicable resources

Participants receive the Practical Companion and a structured worksheet pack created by Dr Emilie Staehr to support organisation, reflection, and the application of session content.

Flexible delivery options

Sessions are offered in person at our North Adelaide clinic or online for participants across Australia.

Designed to support learning

Sessions are structured with consideration for attention, interest, and executive functioning patterns, supporting engagement and the integration of key concepts.

We run several rounds of the program each year, offered in two formats to support different preferences and locations. Participants may attend in person at our North Adelaide clinic or join online from anywhere in Australia. Each round runs for eight weeks. Program dates for 2026 are listed below.

This program is designed for adults who are newly diagnosed with ADHD and beginning to understand and integrate their diagnosis. Across eight weeks, participants explore what the diagnosis means for them, how it may influence daily life, and ways to develop clarity and direction as they navigate ongoing care.

Each module combines education, multidisciplinary perspectives, and lived experience. Topics include executive functioning, treatment options, sleep, time management, eating behaviours, emotional regulation, and relationships. The structure allows time for both learning and reflection, with a focus on considering how concepts may apply in day-to-day contexts.

All participants receive a Practical Companion and worksheet pack developed by Dr Emilie Staehr to support engagement between sessions. A selection of these materials is shown below.

The full program fee is $960, which covers all eight sessions ($120 per session).

You do not need a referral to join the program; however, all participants must provide documentation confirming a formal ADHD diagnosis.

Medicare Rebates

A $24.65 rebate per session is available for sessions facilitated by a psychologist. To access this rebate, you’ll need:

• A referral letter from a psychiatrist, or
• A Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from your GP (group therapy item number 80120)

Referrals must be submitted to May Health prior to the psychology sessions commencing.

Please note:

• Rebates apply only to sessions led by a psychologist
• Sessions facilitated by a GP, dietitian, or counsellor are not eligible for a Medicare rebate
• A minimum of four participants must be present in each session for the rebate to apply

Private Health Insurance

Some participants may be able to claim a rebate through their private health insurer. Eligibility depends on your fund, level of cover, and the type of provider. We recommend contacting your insurer directly to confirm your entitlements. Receipts are provided for all sessions attended.

We welcome enquiries from individuals interested in joining the program. To participate, you must be 16 years or older and have a formal ADHD diagnosis. A referral is not required, though documentation confirming the diagnosis will be requested before commencement.

Places are limited. To express interest, please complete the enquiry form below and indicate your preferred program date and whether you wish to attend in person or online. Once received, our administrative team will contact you to outline availability and the next steps. You may also contact us by phone or email if preferred.