ACT for Autism & ADHD (AUDHD) Coping Strategies

Practical ACT tools to reduce overwhelm, manage sensory overload, and build AUDHD friendly routines for lasting change.

What you'll learn
Apply the six core ACT processes adapted for AUDHD neurotypes to build psychological flexibility and reduce overwhelm.
Use short, AUDHD-friendly mindfulness and cognitive-defusion exercises to manage intrusive thoughts and meltdowns.
Design sensory-aware routines and executive-function systems that match your attention rhythm and energy.
Develop values-based motivation to take small, consistent steps toward meaningful goals.
Create a personalized AUDHD toolkit (worksheets and quick micro-practices) to use in real time.
Develop personalized coping toolkits for managing AUDHD-specific challenges in real-time situations
Create sustainable daily routines that honor their unique AUDHD energy patterns, sensory needs, and attention rhythms
Use values-based motivation to overcome executive function challenges and maintain consistent action toward meaningful goals
Design AUDHD-friendly organizational systems that support rather than overwhelm their neurodivergent processing style
Communicate authentically about their AUDHD needs without excessive masking while maintaining healthy relationships
Set and maintain boundaries that protect their sensory, emotional, and cognitive resources using ACT-informed strategies
Build and maintain a support system that understands and accommodates their neurodivergent needs

Requirements
No prior experience needed

Description
I’m Dr. Melanie du Preez, a clinical psychologist passionate about supporting neurodivergent adults. If you’ve struggled with generic self-help advice that doesn’t fit your AUDHD experience, this course adapts Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) into short, practical lessons designed for your attention rhythms and sensory needs.What you’ll get (outcomes):• Short, AUDHD-friendly practices to reduce overwhelm and sensory overload.  • A step-by-step approach to build sustainable routines and executive supports.  • Values-driven strategies that keep you motivated  without shame or masking.  • Practical worksheets and micro-exercises you can use immediately.Course format & why it works:18 bite-sized lessons (short videos + visual tools + worksheets) let you learn in manageable bursts that match AUDHD attention patterns. Each lesson emphasizes real-life application.Who this course is for:• Adults with AUDHD (autism + ADHD) who want practical therapy tools.  • Late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults seeking self-aligned approaches.  • Mental-health professionals curious about AUDHD-adapted ACT techniques.Why this course stands out:Unlike general ACT offerings, this course speaks directly to your neurodiverse brain  combining sensory regulation strategies, tiny action steps, and communication tools tailored for everyday life.Student results:David:  “In just two weeks, I felt 50% less overwhelmed.Let’s begin: Click “Enroll” and start with practices built to make your day steadier and more meaningful.

Who this course is for:
Adults with AUDHD seeking practical mental health tools, Late-diagnosed autism/ADHD individuals, Anyone tired of neurotypical advice that doesn't fit, Mental health professionals working with neurodivergent clients, Partners/family supporting AUDHD loved ones