Dating a Partner with OCD: Mutual Regulation

Have you ever found yourself obsessing over someone new, even if you barely know them? In this powerful episode, I sit down with dating coach and podcast host Sabrina Zohar to explore how ADHD intersects with dating, emotional regulation, and the often misunderstood phenomenon of limerence. Sabrina is known for her no-BS approach to relationships and brings her signature humor, authenticity, and wisdom to a candid conversation about how ADHD affects attachment, communication, and dating dynamics.

We dive into what it means to feel “too much,” how rejection sensitivity shows up in dating, and why being in a secure relationship doesn’t mean everything is perfect. Sabrina shares her personal experiences, including her late ADHD diagnosis, how she navigates a relationship with a partner who has OCD, and the somatic tools that help her regulate emotionally. 

Sabrina Zohar is a dynamic entrepreneur and dating coach renowned for her transformative podcast, The Sabrina Zohar Show. With a clear, no-nonsense approach to relationship advice, Sabrina's podcast has resonated globally, ranking in the top 0.05% of all podcasts. Each episode features practical tips backed by board-certified and licensed psychologists, aimed at helping listeners improve their dating lives by fostering self-worth and personal growth.

Episode Highlights:

[1:23] – Introducing the amazing Sabrina Zohar and her journey to getting diagnosed with ADHD at 30
 [4:52] – How ADHD and childhood trauma shaped her dating patterns
 [8:22] – The importance of "doing the work" and learning to pause before reacting
 [12:41] – Grieving old identities and cultivating a secure, aligned partnership
 [13:37] – How body awareness helps Sabrina regulate emotions and manage triggers
 [18:43] – Rethinking what a healthy and secure relationship actually looks like
[19:26] – What limerence is and how it uniquely shows up in people with ADHD
[25:42] – Why we need to stop relying on texts as the main indicator of someone’s interest
[27:13] – How to know when you’re ready to date again
[29:09] – ADHD and dating: the case for dating multiple people
[31:47] – How Sabrina’s partner Ryan showed consistent effort—and why that stood out
[34:06] – When limerence ends: The power of challenging your thoughts
[36:56] – Keeping a long-term relationship exciting when you're "neuro-spicy"
[40:26] – How to handle conflict and protest behavior in a relationship
[42:49] – Sabrina's advice on where to begin with somatic awareness and healing

Links & Resources:

• Find Sabrina Zohar on Instagram 
• Listen to The Sabrina Zohar Show on your favorite podcast platform

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