CHADD Resource Fair 2026

The Northern Virginia/DC Chapter of CHADD proudly invites you to the 2026 CHADD ADHD Resource Fair, a day built on the power of community.

Every October, ADHD Awareness Month brings people across our community together to celebrate progress, build connection, and champion the strength that comes from understanding and support.

• Location: McLean High School, Auditorium

Agenda:

• 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Resource Fair open to community members
• 10:00 am – 11:00 am Expert Speaker Panel

SPEAKERS: We're thrilled to welcome this year's keynote speakers, Ned Johnson and Dr. William Stixrud, the bestselling co-authors of The Self-Driven Child and What Do You Say? Ned is the founder of PrepMatters and a nationally recognized voice on student motivation, stress, and the parent-teen relationship. Dr. Stixrud is a clinical neuropsychologist and founder of The Stixrud Group, a faculty member at Children's National Medical Center, and an expert on the adolescent brain and the role of autonomy in raising resilient kids. Together, they bring decades of combined experience helping families navigate anxiety, motivation, and control with more calm and connection.

Joining them for our expert panel are Dr. Karin Varblow, MD, Michelle Goldberg, founder of MHG Learning Strategies, and Dr. Christina Tripodi Mitchell, Psy.D., ABSNP, PMH-C, founder and Clinical Director of The Child & Family Practice of Washington, DC. Their expertise will bring added depth to the conversation, offering practical, real-world guidance for the families and professionals in the room.

Exhibitors include: Fusion Academy, CLE | College and Career, NeuroPlay Falls Church, Sycamore School, Enhancing Your Strengths, The Stixrud Group, Kids Up Reading Tutors, Jennifer Lorenz Coaching and Consulting, Mclean Pyshcotherapy & Psychiatry, Metropolitan Psychological Services, and many more!

This is a FREE resource fair, open to the public.