No diagnosis required.

For ages 16+

(Live Online Course & Recorded)

14 Thursdays, Beginning February 5, 2026

From 12-1:30 PM (PST)

Live and Recorded

Invite a loved one for a nominal fee.

Pay In Full or in 3 Payments

Full Course, 7 Modules: $422
Second Person (family or friend): $50

Pay in 3 Payments: $140

7 Course Modules

This module explores how attention actually works in an ADHD nervous system and why forgetfulness shows up so often—even when you care deeply. You’ll learn to distinguish attention challenges from personal failure and practice simple, realistic ways to support memory and follow-through in daily life. The focus is not on forcing focus, but on creating conditions that make remembering easier and more natural.

This module addresses time blindness, chronic lateness, and the stress that comes from always feeling behind. We’ll explore how ADHD shapes time perception and why urgency often becomes the default motivator. You’ll practice gentle strategies to reduce time pressure, build more realistic pacing, and develop a kinder, more workable relationship with time in everyday life.

This module looks at why starting tasks can feel disproportionately hard and why procrastination is often a nervous-system response rather than a lack of motivation. You’ll learn how avoidance forms, how urgency takes over, and how to begin tasks without panic or self-criticism. The practices focus on reducing friction and building momentum in ways that respect how your mind works.

This module focuses on emotional intensity, reactivity, and rejection sensitivity—experiences that many people with ADHD carry quietly and painfully. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of why emotions can feel overwhelming and practice ways to regulate, pause, and respond with greater self-compassion. The goal is not emotional suppression, but emotional steadiness and resilience in daily interactions.

This module explores why organizational systems often fall apart for people with ADHD and why clutter can quickly become both external and internal. You’ll learn how traditional organizing advice often misses the mark and practice more flexible, supportive approaches that reduce cognitive overload. The emphasis is on creating systems that work with your energy and attention, not against them.

This module looks at hyperfocus as both a strength and a challenge—especially when it leads to imbalance, exhaustion, or relational disconnection. You’ll explore why hyperfocus happens, what it costs, and how to notice when it’s tipping into overuse. Practices focus on restoring balance, reconnecting with others, and transitioning out of deep focus more smoothly.

This module brings attention to how ADHD impacts communication, follow-through, boundaries, and self-management in relationships. You’ll explore recurring relational patterns and practice skills that support clarity, accountability, and alignment with your values. The focus is on improving relationships without self-blame—starting with your relationship to yourself.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, many participants report:

  • greater emotional steadiness
  • improved follow-through without pressure
  • reduced self-judgment
  • better relationships and communication
  • practical tools that actually work for their brain

Student Feedback:

  • “I feel calmer and less impulsive.”
  • “I finally understand my ADHD brain.”
  • “I stopped judging myself and started living effectively.”

If this resonates, I’d be honored to work with you. Option to invite a loved one after enrollment.

Answer to Some Common ADHD Challenges

You don’t need to relate to all of these. Open only what feels relevant to you.

Learn why to do lists and prioritization don’t work consistently and how to improve the odds of finishing projects.

Learn the proper path to staying motivated and attentive to what is meaningful in your life and create a lasting trust.

Learn how the “Neurotypical” ways of life and expectations hinder/dampen the strengths and brilliance of your unique nervous system and how to get them to support you rather than hinder you.

Not all Mindfulness meditations or practices work for the ADHD brain. Learn practices that calm your nervous system, bring focus to your mind and enhance your sense of joy and well-being.

Instructor’s Message – Purchase Her Book: It’s Not Easy to Be Human

If you have ADHD, you are not broken — and you don’t need fixing.

In my years of teaching and working with neurodivergent minds, I’ve seen how often bright, capable people are misunderstood, mislabeled, or pushed to work against how their nervous system naturally functions.

This course was created to offer something different.

Here, you’ll learn how your ADHD brain actually works, why many traditional strategies don’t stick, and how to develop skills that support timeliness, follow-through, emotional steadiness, and self-trust — without shame.

We work with mindfulness practices designed specifically for the ADHD nervous system, combined with practical tools you can use in daily life.

My role is not to change who you are, but to help you recognize and utilize your strengths, understand your challenges, and learn how to live and work in ways that honor both.

You’re welcome exactly as you are.

More From Students and Clients:

Manijeh’s teachings have helped increase accountability with myself and increasingly become a better clinician. Her Life Optimization Method and approach exceed the training and education we’ve received to become therapists. It incorporates more depth into treatment regardless of diagnosis. It helps achieve a healthy happy lifestyle rather than just coping strategies/tools

~ Mary Aroyan, Psychotherapist

For the first time, I feel so comfortable with having an ADHD brain, It’s like coming out. I feel hopeful for my children and so happy I can understand them so much better. Thank you.

~ Rose P., Mother

Watch this video to know what you’ll learn In the course:

 

Other Core Lessons:

  • Understand how the ADHD brain actually works (and why many strategies don’t stick)
  • Reframe distraction, impulsivity, and procrastination without shame
  • Identify and work with your natural strengths instead of against them

  • Let go of painful misconceptions about ADHD and self-blame
  • Understand common challenges and how to work with them skillfully
  • Build self-compassion, regulation, and confidence

  • Learn why some mindfulness practices don’t work for ADHD — and which ones do
  • Learn sensory-based practices to calm the nervous system and improve focus
  • Become present in real-life moments, not just during meditation

  • Understand why emotional sensitivity and reactivity happen
  • Learn tools to pause, regulate, and respond with clarity
  • Reduce the impact of shame, criticism, and rejection sensitivity

  • Learn how ADHD fears impact communication, connection, and sensuality
  • Develop more honest, calm, and grounded ways to express needs
  • Improve trust and connection in relationships at home and at work

  • Understand why time management is uniquely challenging for ADHD
  • Learn practical ways to work with time more naturally and consistently
  • Develop an inner compass for decision-making and follow-through

  • Develop a kinder, more supportive relationship with yourself
  • Reduce perception-based emotional triggers
  • Build steadiness, presence, and confidence over time

  • Learn to finish tasks and projects without experiencing pressure or burnout
  • Learn to prioritize in ways that make sense for your brain
  • Learn to work with hyper-focus and distraction more skillfully

As a teacher and union representative, I always advocated for my colleagues and students, and yet, unable to advocate for myself, as I hadn’t developed much confidence yet. After completing Dr. Manijeh Motaghy’s course on the challenges and strengths of ADHD, I began to understand that neurodivergent brains function uniquely. Trying to make my brain operate in ways that are foreign to it, in order to meet the expectations of neurotypical people, is like trying to put a square peg into a round hole. Understanding and appreciating my neurodivergent brain’s way of operating has opened the doors of self-love and confidence to me. Dr. Motaghy responded to students with genuine empathy, understanding, scientific-based knowledge, and practical tools. For any complication, struggle, or grief that a student presented to her, Dr. Motaghy provided concrete ways to address these challenges for a positive outcome. As a result:

I have become more patient with myself and more understanding of how I learn and grow. I am very much looking forward to continue expanding my knowledge, skills and self-acceptance with Dr. Motaghy’s classes. If you have been experiencing any issues related to ADHD, I highly recommend Dr. Manijeh Motaghy and her excellent coursework. ~ Marlene Carlan

Quick FAQs

Do I need a diagnosis?

No. A formal diagnosis is not required. This course is designed for anyone who recognizes ADHD traits in themselves and wants a more compassionate and effective way to work with their mind and life.

Are sessions recorded?

Yes. Live sessions are recorded and shared with registered participants, so you can revisit the material or catch up if you miss a class. Live participation is encouraged, but not required.

Is this therapy?

No. This course is educational and developmental, not psychotherapy. It offers neuroscience-informed understanding, mindfulness-based practices, and practical life skills that support clarity, emotional steadiness, and self-trust.

What if I fall behind?

That’s okay. This course is designed with the ADHD nervous system in mind. You’ll be supported in re-engaging at your own pace, without shame or pressure to “keep up.”

Who can attend?

Anyone who is recognized as ADHD or ADD with or without testing

Family or friends of a person with ADHD or ADD

Coaches, therapists, doctors, educators

Full Course, 7 Modules: $422
Second Person (family or friend): $50

Pay in 3 Payments: $140

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