ND Directed CIC

At ND Directed CIC, we specialise in evidence-based ADHD support, psychoeducation, and executive function coaching. As a lived-experience-led organisation, we empower individuals, families, and professionals with actionable strategies that enhance daily life.

We focus on ADHD through a balanced approach - recognising neurodivergent differences while fostering motivation, resilience, and personal agency.

<h1>InSight Programme – Confirmation &amp; Welcome</h1>Hi everyone,Thank you for booking a place on the InSight Programme.We’re really looking forward to welcoming you.<h2>Session Dates (10:00am–12:00pm)</h2>Your course begins on:Tuesday 2 June, 10:00–12:00…and continues weekly for 8 weeks:<ul><li>Tuesday 2 June</li><li>Tuesday 9 June</li><li>Tuesday 16 June</li><li>Tuesday 23 June</li><li>Tuesday 30 June</li><li>Tuesday 7 July</li><li>Tuesday 14 July</li><li>Tuesday 21 July</li></ul><h2>Venue</h2>Theatre Porto Whitby Hall, Stanney LaneEllesmere PortCH65 6QY<h2>What to Expect</h2>This course is part of the InSight Programme — a practical, low‑shame learning space designed to help you understand ADHD and emotional regulation in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and genuinely useful.We focus on understanding first, because awareness is the foundation for meaningful change.Across the 8 weeks, you’ll explore:<ul><li>how the ADHD brain processes information</li><li>why certain behaviours and patterns show up</li><li>how emotions and executive functions interact</li><li>how to support yourself or others with confidence and clarity</li></ul>There’s no pressure to share more than you’re comfortable with, and no preparation is needed.Many of us delivering the programme have ADHD or ADHD traits ourselves. We know things don’t have to be perfect to be impactful — and we model the same repetition, growth mindset, and self‑compassion that we teach throughout the course.<h2>Before the Course Begins</h2><h3>Pre‑Course Self‑Assessment</h3>You’ll receive a short questionnaire before the first session.It helps us understand your starting point and tailor the programme to your needs.It’s quick, confidential, and part of how we measure impact.<h3>Quenza Access</h3>You’ll be added to our secure online platform, Quenza, where you’ll receive optional weekly activities and reflections to support your learning between sessions. You’ll get a welcome message with instructions before the course starts.<h3>Save our number</h3>Please save 07507 653066 in your phone.This allows us to send gentle reminders, session updates, and relevant information for your local area.If you have any accessibility needs, or anything you’d like us to be aware of before attending, please contact us at northwest@nddirected.org.

InSight ADHD Programme: Science‑Informed Understanding for Real‑Life ChangeThe InSight ADHD Education and Support Programme is a science‑informed learning experience designed to help people truly understand ADHD — not just manage it. Built from up‑to‑date neuroscience, lived experience, and years of practical delivery, InSight gives participants the clarity they’ve often been missing for years.This isn’t a course about “fixing” behaviour. It’s about understanding the brain, recognising patterns, reducing shame, and building confidence. When people understand why things happen, they can finally begin to change how they respond.What You’ll Experience<ul><li>Clear, accessible explanations</li><li>We break down ADHD using simple visuals, real‑world examples, and science that actually makes sense.</li><li>Understanding before strategy</li><li>We focus on awareness first — because meaningful change comes from insight, not pressure.</li><li>Emotional and cognitive clarity</li><li>You’ll learn how ADHD affects attention, memory, motivation, and emotional regulation, and why these patterns show up.</li><li>Practical tools that fit real life</li><li>We offer ADHD‑friendly approaches to planning, routines, communication, and self‑support — without perfectionism or overwhelm.</li><li>Gentle workshop‑style moments</li><li>Activities are optional, reflective, and designed to help you apply what you’ve learned, not to test or expose you.</li></ul>Why InSight MattersMany people receive a diagnosis — or suspect ADHD — but are left without the understanding they need to navigate daily life. InSight bridges that gap by offering:<ul><li>a safe, low‑shame learning environment</li><li>a shared language for families and professionals</li><li>science that is accurate, current, and digestible</li><li>a compassionate approach that reduces guilt and increases confidence</li></ul>It’s trusted by NHS teams, community organisations, and mental health professionals because it helps people make sense of their experiences and move forward with clarity.Real Information, Real PeopleThe InSight Programme is developed by lived‑experience professionals and approved by clinicians. It is CPD‑certified and grounded in real neuroscience, not trends or oversimplified online content.Our mission is simple:<h3>to help people understand the true nature of ADHD, how it affects daily life, and what can be done to support independence, confidence, and long‑term wellbeing.</h3>

Ellesmere Port InSight Programme (Lottery Funded) 

Theatre Porto (Ground floor room)

<h1>InSight Programme – Confirmation &amp; Welcome</h1>Hi everyone,Thank you for booking a place on the InSight Programme.We’re really looking forward to welcoming you.<h2>Session Dates (18:00–20:00)</h2>Your course begins on:Tuesday 2 June, 18:00–20:00…and continues weekly for 8 weeks:<ul><li>Tuesday 2 June</li><li>Tuesday 9 June</li><li>Tuesday 16 June</li><li>Tuesday 23 June</li><li>Tuesday 30 June</li><li>Tuesday 7 July</li><li>Tuesday 14 July</li><li>Tuesday 21 July</li></ul><h2>Venue</h2>Congleton Town Hall High StreetCongletonCW12 1BN<h2>What to Expect</h2>This course is part of the InSight Programme — a practical, low‑shame learning space designed to help you understand ADHD and emotional regulation in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and genuinely useful.We focus on understanding first, because awareness is the foundation for meaningful change.Across the 8 weeks, you’ll explore:<ul><li>how the ADHD brain processes information</li><li>why certain behaviours and patterns show up</li><li>how emotions and executive functions interact</li><li>how to support yourself or others with confidence and clarity</li></ul>There’s no pressure to share more than you’re comfortable with, and no preparation is needed.Many of us delivering the programme have ADHD or ADHD traits ourselves. We know things don’t have to be perfect to be impactful — and we model the same repetition, growth mindset, and self‑compassion that we teach throughout the course.<h2>Before the Course Begins</h2><h3>Pre‑Course Self‑Assessment</h3>You’ll receive a short questionnaire before the first session.It helps us understand your starting point and tailor the programme to your needs.It’s quick, confidential, and part of how we measure impact.<h3>Quenza Access</h3>You’ll be added to our secure online platform, Quenza, where you’ll receive optional weekly activities and reflections to support your learning between sessions. You’ll get a welcome message with instructions before the course starts.<h3>Save our number</h3>Please save 07507 653066 in your phone.This allows us to send gentle reminders, session updates, and relevant information for your local area.If you have any accessibility needs, or anything you’d like us to be aware of before attending, please contact us at northwest@nddirected.org.

InSight ADHD Programme: Science‑Informed Understanding for Real‑Life ChangeThe InSight ADHD Education and Support Programme is a science‑informed learning experience designed to help people truly understand ADHD — not just manage it. Built from up‑to‑date neuroscience, lived experience, and years of practical delivery, InSight gives participants the clarity they’ve often been missing for years.This isn’t a course about “fixing” behaviour. It’s about understanding the brain, recognising patterns, reducing shame, and building confidence. When people understand why things happen, they can finally begin to change how they respond.What You’ll Experience<ul><li>Clear, accessible explanations</li><li>We break down ADHD using simple visuals, real‑world examples, and science that actually makes sense.</li><li>Understanding before strategy</li><li>We focus on awareness first — because meaningful change comes from insight, not pressure.</li><li>Emotional and cognitive clarity</li><li>You’ll learn how ADHD affects attention, memory, motivation, and emotional regulation, and why these patterns show up.</li><li>Practical tools that fit real life</li><li>We offer ADHD‑friendly approaches to planning, routines, communication, and self‑support — without perfectionism or overwhelm.</li><li>Gentle workshop‑style moments</li><li>Activities are optional, reflective, and designed to help you apply what you’ve learned, not to test or expose you.</li></ul>Why InSight MattersMany people receive a diagnosis — or suspect ADHD — but are left without the understanding they need to navigate daily life. InSight bridges that gap by offering:<ul><li>a safe, low‑shame learning environment</li><li>a shared language for families and professionals</li><li>science that is accurate, current, and digestible</li><li>a compassionate approach that reduces guilt and increases confidence</li></ul>It’s trusted by NHS teams, community organisations, and mental health professionals because it helps people make sense of their experiences and move forward with clarity.Real Information, Real PeopleThe InSight Programme is developed by lived‑experience professionals and approved by clinicians. It is CPD‑certified and grounded in real neuroscience, not trends or oversimplified online content.Our mission is simple:to help people understand the true nature of ADHD, how it affects daily life, and what can be done to support independence, confidence, and long‑term wellbeing.

Congleton Town Hall 

Thanks for booking a place at our ADHD Community Support Drop‑In. Your space is confirmed.Location: St Mary’s Creative Space St Mary’s Hill Chester CH1 2DWThis is a single‑session support slot where you can speak with an experienced professional who has a clinical‑level understanding of ADHD. It’s a relaxed, low‑pressure space to ask questions, build clarity, and get science‑informed guidance that actually makes sense in real life.Please make a note of the date and time you selected when booking, as this email confirms your place but does not automatically add the session to your calendar.If anything changes or you can no longer attend, just let us know.Looking forward to seeing you there, ND Directed

<h1>ND CIC InSight Men’s ADHD Session – Understanding the Brain, the Emotions, and the Path Forward</h1>A straight‑talking, 90‑minute session for men who want clarity — not clichés — about ADHD, emotional regulation, and what actually helps people change.This is a relaxed, honest space to explore the parts of ADHD that men often struggle to talk about: anger, guilt, shutdowns, pressure, responsibility, motivation, and the feeling of “I should be doing better.”No judgement. No labels. No over‑simplified online noise.We’ll look at what ADHD really is, how it affects the male brain and behaviour, and how executive function shapes everything from communication to follow‑through. We’ll also explore the ingredients for real change — the practical, realistic things that help men move forward without perfectionism or shame.<h2>What We’ll Cover</h2><h3>ADHD &amp; Executive Function — the real science</h3>A clear, accessible explanation of how ADHD affects attention, motivation, emotional intensity, working memory, and decision‑making — without turning it into an identity or a life sentence.<h3>Emotional regulation for men</h3>Why emotions hit harder, why reactions can feel instant, and how to build the ability to pause, steady yourself, and respond differently — even under pressure.<h3>Guilt, shame &amp; the internal critic</h3>Understanding why so many men carry guilt about not being “consistent enough,” “calm enough,” or “good enough,” and how to break that cycle with science‑backed strategies.<h3>Ingredients for change</h3>What actually works for ADHD brains: structure, accountability, novelty, environment, and realistic routines — not willpower or self‑blame.<h3>A space to ask real questions</h3>Ask about diagnosis, behaviour, relationships, work, fatherhood, routines, anger, motivation, or anything you’ve never had a straight answer to.<h3>A low‑shame, supportive environment</h3>This isn’t therapy, and it’s not a clinical assessment. It’s a conversation designed to give men clarity, confidence, and practical tools they can use immediately.<h2>Who It’s For</h2><ul><li>Men with ADHD</li><li>Men exploring whether ADHD may be relevant</li><li>Men dealing with emotional intensity, guilt, or overwhelm</li><li>Partners, fathers, professionals, and anyone wanting clearer understanding</li></ul><h2>Led By</h2>A trained ADHD Coach with lived experience of the criminal justice system, substance misuse, and mental health — bringing real‑world understanding, not textbook theory.<h2>Our Aim</h2>To help men understand their brains, their emotions, and their patterns in a way that is accurate, compassionate, and genuinely useful — so they can move forward with clarity rather than confusion.

St Mary's Creative Space 

HiThanks for booking a place at our ADHD Community Support Drop‑In. Your space is confirmed.Location: St Mary’s Creative Space St Mary’s Hill Chester CH1 2DWThis is a single‑session support slot where you can speak with an experienced professional who has a clinical‑level understanding of ADHD. It’s a relaxed, low‑pressure space to ask questions, build clarity, and get science‑informed guidance that actually makes sense in real life.Please make a note of the date and time you selected when booking, as this email confirms your place but does not automatically add the session to your calendar.If anything changes or you can no longer attend, just let us know.Looking forward to seeing you there, ND Directed

<h1>InSight ADHD Q&amp;A – Chester</h1>A 90‑minute, open, science‑informed conversation about ADHD — what we know, what we don’t, and what can genuinely help.This InSight Q&amp;A session is a relaxed, supportive space to ask the questions that rarely get answered clearly. Whether you’re diagnosed, exploring ADHD, supporting someone, or simply curious, this session offers grounded, honest information without the noise, trends, or over‑simplified narratives that dominate social media.Rather than repeating old assumptions, we’ll talk openly about what ADHD actually is, how it shows up in daily life, and what current research does — and doesn’t — tell us. We’ll also explore practical ways people can support their symptoms outside of medication, using approaches that fit real life rather than perfectionistic expectations.<h3>What We’ll Cover</h3>What ADHD really is A clear, accessible explanation of ADHD as a pattern of traits and impacts — not a fixed identity or a neurological destiny.What we know (and what we don’t) An honest look at the science, including recent research that challenges long‑held assumptions. No jargon, no over‑promising, no myths.What can help beyond medication We’ll discuss attention, motivation, emotional regulation, overwhelm, routines, communication, and the everyday challenges people face — and explore practical, ADHD‑friendly ways to support them.A space to ask real questions You can ask about diagnosis, traits, behaviour, relationships, work, parenting, strategies, or anything you’ve struggled to get a straight answer on.A calm, low‑shame environment This is not a clinical assessment, not a workshop, and not a test. It’s a conversation designed to reduce confusion, reduce guilt, and increase clarity.<h3>Why This Session Matters</h3>Many people are left with a diagnosis but no understanding. Others are overwhelmed by conflicting information online. Some feel unsure what to believe, or feel pressured into seeing ADHD as an identity rather than a lens.This session offers:<ul><li>grounded, current, digestible science</li><li>a safe space to explore uncertainty</li><li>practical insight without judgement</li><li>clarity that increases agency rather than reducing it</li></ul><h3>Who It’s For</h3><ul><li>adults with ADHD</li><li>people exploring whether ADHD may be relevant</li><li>parents, partners, and supporters</li><li>professionals wanting clearer explanations</li></ul><h3>Our Approach</h3>The InSight Programme is developed by lived‑experience professionals and informed by clinicians. We stay objective, cautious, and transparent — avoiding deterministic brain narratives and focusing instead on understanding, capability, and real‑life change.Our aim is simple:to help people understand ADHD in a way that is accurate, compassionate, and genuinely useful.

ADHD Q & A for Adults (Parents, Carers, Spouses Welcome)

Hi Just confirming your place on the InSight ADHD Programme starting on Monday 9th September.Your session link and full joining instructions will be sent out closer to the start date.If you have any questions in the meantime, you can book a call here:<a href="https://calendar.app.google/u3U1f1hiJ4p3DCVs7?utm_source=copilot.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://calendar.app.google/u3U1f1hiJ4p3DCVs7</a>Looking forward to having you on the programme.Best wishes,Michael

ND Directed CIC

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ADHD Q & A for Adults (Parents, Carers, Spouses Welcome)

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