New South Wales ADHD Conference 2026

Rebecca Challoner

Author & Trainer

As well as being the Founder of the National PEKE Centres and the Founder and former Director of My Spirited Child, Rebecca Challoner is also an Author and Trainer on Neurodiversity, Mental Health and Trauma. Most importantly Rebecca is Mum to two neurodivergent boys. Rebecca herself is also ADHD as is her husband.

Rebecca is currently a member of the Reference Council at the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health at Monash University. Rebecca has also worked alongside many organisations, including consulting to Special Olympics Australia, the Victorian Institute of Teaching, and the Department of Health as well as many schools, organisations and industry bodies across Australia and beyond.

Rebecca has written hundreds of articles, resources and books including her most recent acclaimed book ‘Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria’.

Rebecca has featured in countless Magazines, Newspapers, Podcasts, TV and radio shows as well as presenting a full length DVD Documentary and appearing on an Amazon Prime TV show in America.

Rebecca is a multi-award winner including in 2024 receiving an award at the Women Changing the World Awards in London presented by the Duchess of York.

Rebecca has numerous qualifications including Sociology and Psychology. As well as a Law degree with Honours. Rebecca has also attended countless courses on disability, mental health, trauma and psychological challenges and conditions.

Connor M Greene

Psychoscial Support Specialist | ADHD Coach

Connor M. Greene is a psychosocial support specialist and ADHD coach passionate about empowering neurodiverse individuals and families.

With a hands-on approach, he delivers real-world strategies for navigating ADHD, autism, and anxiety.
A recognised public speaker, social media content creator and author of ADHD Explained, Connor advocates for greater understanding and inclusivity through workshops, training, and innovative programs like social gaming groups.

His work challenges misconceptions and inspires meaningful change, helping neurodiverse individuals thrive in a supportive world.

Callie Elward-Barrett

Speaker, Strategist, Co-Founder non profit

Callie Elward-Barrett is a neuroinclusion speaker, strategist and founder of Executive Functioning Leadership, where she helps leaders, organisations and communities create environments in which neurodivergent people can genuinely thrive. Her work sits at the intersection of inclusion, leadership, systems design and human capability, with a particular focus on turning awareness into practical action. She additionally co-founded ndWILD, (Weird Intense Loud Different) a non-profit global neuroinclusion movement.

Before founding her business, Callie held senior executive roles in the Australian Public Service, including leadership work in the Department of Health and Aged Care and the Digital Transformation Agency. Her career has included leading large-scale, high-stakes work across public policy, reform, stakeholder engagement, and service delivery, including the Australian Government’s COVID response for First Nations, Disability, and Aged Care environments.

Known for her warmth, honesty and ability to connect the dots between childhood, adulthood, education, and work, Callie brings a perspective that is both strategic and deeply human. She is passionate about helping people move beyond deficit-based narratives and towards approaches that recognise the brilliance, complexity and support needs of neurodivergent minds.

Ashleigh Seggie

ICF Accredited ADHD Coach | Founder of ND Support & Coaching | Former Teacher

Ash Seggie is the founder of ND Support and Coaching and a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals and families. A former teacher, she is deeply committed to fostering strong collaboration between parents, schools and communities to improve outcomes for neurodivergent children.

Ash’s work is shaped by both professional experience and her own lived experience parenting neurodivergent children. This led her to establish ND Support and Coaching, where she promotes neuroaffirming, evidence-based practices and supports parents, carers and educators with practical tools to create environments in which neurodivergent children can thrive.

An ICF-accredited ADHD and parent coach, Ash works with neurodivergent adults and parents to help them understand and work with their brains rather than against them. ND Support and Coaching also delivers online and in-person courses and presentations, developed in collaboration with a clinical psychologist. In her presentations, Ash combines research, best practice, personal anecdotes and practical strategies, underpinned by a strong call to action to embrace neurodiversity, support inclusion and advocate for the individual needs of every child.

Ashley Cairns

Psychologist & Author

Ashley Cairns is the CEO of A Change for Better (ACFB) and Director of The ACFB Fund, a dual-structured organisation combining clinical services with a charitable model to improve access to mental health and neurodevelopmental diagnostics across New Zealand.

With formal training in psychology and counselling, Ashley has built ACFB into a growing health-tech company focused on addressing critical gaps in ADHD, autism, and mental health assessment pathways. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal lived experience as someone with AuDHD, she has helped lead the development of Lotus, an AI-powered diagnostic platform designed to streamline assessments, enhance clinical reporting, and reduce both cost and wait times for clients.
Ashley’s work sits at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and systems reform. She is actively involved in shaping new models of care, including GP-integrated diagnostic pathways and multidisciplinary service delivery. Through ACFB, she is working toward a future where timely, affordable, and high-quality diagnostic services are accessible at scale.

She has presented at national conferences, including ADHD-focused events across New Zealand, and delivered a TEDx Women talk on the Lotus AI and ACFB build as well as her own diagnostic journey. Her current focus is on scaling ACFB’s services, securing strategic partnerships, and positioning the organisation as a primary referral destination for GPs nationwide.

Travis Alexander

Author

Travis Alexander is the author of Stairway to the Spectrum, an entertaining and thought-provoking memoir sharing his entire neurodivergent journey living with undiagnosed autism, ADHD and dyslexia into adulthood. Written with dark humour and powerful reflection, his stories will appeal to anybody who has ever felt uncomfortable in their own skin.

Through self-discovery after writing the book and coming to terms with a life full of unexplained grenades, Travis is now a passionate advocate for the neurodivergent population. Previously a ninja volunteer with My Spirited Child, exhibitor and now speaker – he aims to inspire others to live their best lives.

He is also a Science and Engineering Master’s graduate working in the medical technology industry. When he’s not telling stories, Travis leads a highly active lifestyle in Melbourne enjoying breakdancing, running and spending quality time with his wife and newborn baby girl.