Dr. Caroline Danda

06/03/2026

The online discussion forum for the Adhdkc Book Club starts this week. Join us as we read along (one chapter a week - you can do it!) and then host a live book club discussion on Aug 6 at 7 pm.
This is summer reading at it's best, especially if you have ADHD or know someone who does.

Join the discussion any time to learn about ADHD 2.0

06/01/2026

The only way to build self-confidence is to do the hard things and know you can do them. Letting kids discover they can do things and recover when they don't go as planned builds resilience.

Check out this article about helping parents promote their kids' independence while managing their own anxiety about it.

Sometimes, all anxious children need is the opportunity to do the slightly dangerous things grownups do—without any grownup help.

05/31/2026

Conference always delivers. I felt the energy of the community coming together to learn and support each other and left inspired.

As a psychologist and CBT nerd, both keynotes hit close to home on challenging our brain’s tendency to dwell on the negative.

Zaki taught me a new word: hopeful skepticism. Essentially, get curious, act like a scientist, and don't let negativity bias fuel your mind.

Kaliko explored how we let negative BS (Belief Systems) run our lives, and they are easily fueled by trauma. It was one of the most entertaining and powerful keynotes I've attended. (Also found out he grew up in my neighborhood. Small world. 😄)

I also had the honor of leading a breakout session on the Be An EMPATH Method for emotional resilience. Full house, incredible questions. That energy reminded me why this work matters, and why community does too.

Grateful for this organization and everything they do for mental health in KC. Hope to see you there next year. 💙

05/28/2026

Volunteering is a great way to meet “your people” - passionate about ADHD and the community. It’s a great combo.

✨ What if showing up for others helped you show up for yourself too? 
 
Volunteers are what make the International Conference on ADHD possible — and the people who’ve done it say it best: 
 
💬 “Here to help people be who they are and do what they’re here for with greater self-compassion.” — Carrie Spaulding 

💬 “Why? Why not?! A way to network, meet people from all over — new friends, especially those who go through what you do!” — Michelle Weltzin-Trainer 
 
Whether you’re here to give back, make friends, learn, or just be around your people — there’s a spot for you. 
 
📅 December 3–5, 2026 
📍 Baltimore, MD 
 
Volunteer applications open June 9. Tap the link in bio to learn more about ADHD2026. We’d love to have you! 💙

05/23/2026

If you know me, you know I'm passionate about mental health and the community. I hope you'll join me at the Mental Health KC Conference on May 28th at Johnson County Community College.

I'll be sharing the Be An EMPATH Method for Emotional Resilience. It's the framework I teach with kids, teens, and the adults in their lives to help work through big emotions without making them bigger. It's how you can connect and still provide direction and correction.

Whether you're a parent, educator, clinician, or just someone who wants to understand your mental health better, there's something at this conference for you.

Come learn, connect, and leave with real tools for real life.

Register at mentalhealthkc.org

05/03/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness month.
What better way to kick off the month than registering for the Mental Health KC 2026 Conference?
📅 May 28–29 | Johnson County Community College | Overland Park, KS
💵 Registration is just $60 through May 10 — then it goes up to $80
Join 900+ Kansas Citians coming together to learn, connect, and make a difference.

I'll be there presenting and attending. Hope to see you there.

🔗 Register now: MentalHealthKC.org/conference

04/23/2026

Grateful to volunteer again at the Give SevenDays Annual Kindness Breakfast. Two years in and the energy in that room still gets me.

The Kindness Youth Leadership Team is one of my favorite parts. Young people choosing to lead with kindness, on purpose, with intention. That's where my hope for the future lives.

PLEASE:
Simply be kind. It costs nothing and means everything.

04/16/2026

🎉I'm registered AND presenting at MentalHealthKC Conference on May 28-29! I hope to see you there too.

This is such a great opportunity to connect with the mental health community, learn from each other, and even take care of your own mental health too.

If you need CE credits, this conference is hands-down one of the best deals out there. See you there!

Mental Health KC Conference 2026 Conference Information Registration is open for the Mental Health KC 2026 Conference May 28th and 29th at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, KS. Early Registration: $60

04/16/2026

📍 Save the Date: May 5th at Noon! FREE WEBINAR:
Supporting Adolescent Mental Health in the Digital Age

I'm all about sharing solid, research-backed resources. Anxiety and Depression Association of America - ADAA is an organization you can trust.

They're hosting a free lunch-and-learn on raising kids in the digital age.

Let's be honest, raising kids in the digital age is a whole different landscape than what we experienced.

Register to save your spot and submit your questions in advance. 🙌

Adolescent depression and reports of sadness and anxiety have increased over the past decade. This free live webinar will review what is known about the potential impacts of smartphones and social media on teen mental health, and how best to support them in this digital age.