Cindy Goodman Stulberg, a seasoned psychologist and Director at the Institute for Interpersonal Psychotherapy, shares valuable insights on relationships impacted by ADHD. She discusses the power of Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) in fostering better communication and understanding. They tackle strategies for managing impulsivity and perfectionism, emphasizing self-acceptance and personal strengths. Stulberg also offers guidance for therapists to enhance their work with ADHD clients, advocating for emotional connection and accountability in relationships.
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IPT Overview
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is an evidence-based, short-term model like CBT.
It posits that strong relationships improve mood, and vice-versa.
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Christina's Early Experience
Christina Crowe initially struggled to find her purpose as a therapist, feeling like she mostly reassured clients.
Discovering IPT helped her understand the importance of environmental interactions.
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ADHD's Impact on Relationships
ADHD impacts relationships due to impulsivity, forgetfulness, and needing extra explanation.
This can lead to conflict unless addressed.
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Today I have the privilege of speaking with Psychologist Cindy Goodman Stulberg, from Toronto, ON. Cindy and I break down what Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) actually is, why it works and about how I came to believe IPT was the most natural psychotherapeutic framework for adults with ADHD.
Join us as we explore:
What strategies can be used to improve relationships affected by ADHD?
How can individuals with ADHD navigate societal expectations and perfectionism?
How can individuals with ADHD improve their attention and focus?
How can therapists effectively work with clients who have ADHD?
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About our guest:Cindy Goodman Stulberg is a Psychologist and Director at the Institute for Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and a Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Cindy has been providing psychological assessments and counselling to children, adolescents and adults, individuals, couples, groups and families for almost 40 years. She has worked in hospitals, community mental health clinics, schools and private practice. She currently provides consultation and supervision for clinicians and trainees, and also supervises and provides certification in Interpersonal Psychotherapy. Cindy is the Co-Author of Feeling Better: Beat Depression and Improve your Relationships with Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina is not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.
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