The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLE

Sabrina Belo, a Certified Conscious Parenting Method Coach and counselor, shares her expertise on navigating ADHD in romantic relationships. She highlights the unique challenges partners face, discussing the emotional complexities and common misconceptions about ADHD. Sabrina emphasizes the importance of compassion, communication, and self-awareness for healthier dynamics. The conversation also addresses the impact of untreated ADHD on family structures and advocates for supportive environments, encouraging couples to work together to improve understanding and connection.

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I’m doing a solo, answering some special request questions I’ve received from our audience this season. Today, I’m talking to the parents of ADHD kids who are dreading upcoming family gatherings because you aren’t getting what you need from your extended family members. Let’s talk about what’s going on, and how to get more of what you need.  I cover today:  Asking for Support as an ADHD Parent - why is it hard? Tactful responses to triggering comments, How to explore what might be really going on, How to plan for a better experience,  before you get there.  Resources for After the Show:  How to Manage Family Stress over the Holidays by Kim Crossman  The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | X A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our Resources page on our website. LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic | RSS

Today I’m bringing you a solo - Part 2 - on the more messy parts of neurodiverse workplaces - which is every workplace, (if you don’t know by now!). I’m psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and  of course I like talking about messy things and invisible things and laying it out on the table so we can all get to it, together.  So today’s topic is Neurodivergent Teams: Navigating the Messy Middle of ADHD at Work. I cover today:  How do the core symptoms of ADHD show up in the workplace?  Why is it hard to manage this between neurotypes?  Why is it important to learn about the cost of untreated ADHD to workplaces?  Some of my ‘hot tips’ to consider for both bosses and employees.  Resources for After the Show:  Read: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety, CADDAC’s detailed workplace accommodation chart  from Manulife (nice to see!) How to help people with ADHD succeed in the workplace  The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and our Work/Career article section.  Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | X A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our  Resources page on our website. LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic | RSS

What does it mean to be a neurodivergent business owner, leader, and health care provider? How can we create workplaces where neurodivergent minds thrive?In this solo episode, host Christina Crowe, psychotherapist, answers the big questions she often gets about neurodivergent leadership, workplace culture, and team dynamics.💡 In this episode, Christina covers: The connection between psychological safety and neurodivergent-affirming practices, Why neurodivergent-affirming care is a form of cultural competence—and why it matters, Best practices for leading and managing a team of adults with ADHD, How to cultivate your team’s strengths and create a thriving, inclusive workplace.If you're a business owner, leader, or just passionate about neurodivergent-affirming spaces, this episode is packed with insights and actionable strategies.🎧 Tune in now to learn how to lead with neurodivergence in mind!Resources for After the Show:  Read: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety, What Is Psychological Safety? by Amy Gallo OAMHP course: Skill-Building for Therapists: Creating Neurodivergent Affirming Practices, Psychological Safety Is Not About Being Safe CMAJ: Harassment in the Field of Medicine: Cultural Barriers to Psychological Safety HBR: High-Performing Teams Need Psychological Safety: Here’s How to Create It The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub CADDAC: ADHD Workplace Accommodations ChartFind Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | XA gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our  Resources page on our website.. LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic  RSS

Today I have a brief solo episode for you on some emerging data about the experience of folks with both ADHD and Autism (AuDHD) on stimulant medication. This episode is meant to share a snapshot of this new data, and you can read more by referencing the resources linked below! I’m highlighting: Specific side effects of stimulant medications that are more common in individuals with both ADHD and Autism, The impact of stimulant meds on our interpersonal relationships in folks with ADHD and Autism, Unmasking, hyperfocus, sensory sensitivities and anxiety. Resources for After the Show:  The effect of stimulants on irritability in autism comorbid with ADHD: a systematic review Ahuja, V. (2024, June 11). Q: “Can adhd meds unmask autism?” ADDitude. https://www.additudemag.com/audhd-medication-side-effects Pharmacotherapy of ADHD in Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Effectiveness and Side Effects Psychostimulants for ADHD-like symptoms in individuals with autism spectrum disorders The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and our ADHD & Treatment resource page.  Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | TikTok | X 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 above or our resources page on our website.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic | RSS

Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible and are talking about a lesser known condition called Aphantasia, and how it shows up in the therapy session room. We are joined by our friend and colleague, psychotherapist Carley Richards from Ottawa, who shares our interest in talking about all these neat things that crop up as we learn more and more about neurodivergent brains. Katie, Carls and I talk about: Their own personal experiences at opposite ends of the visualization spectrum as therapists, and as clients themselves.  The predominance of visual techniques in psychotherapy interventions and the implications for someone with hypophantasia or aphantasia. How therapists can notice whether a client might not be able to visualize and how to adjust their approach accordingly.  Resources for After the Show:  Five things I’ve learned about aphantasia as a therapist by Christina Crowe The Aphantasia Network The Vividness of Visual Imagery Questionnaire The Imagination Spectrum test The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub. Find our guest, Carley Richards, RP: Website | Instagram | Tiktok Find Katie (CRPO #11244): Website | Instagram  Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website | Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | TikTok | X A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our Resources page on our website. LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio | AmazonMusic | RSS

Katie Richardson, a psychotherapist specializing in emotional healing, joins Christina Crowe to dive into the intricate relationship between intergenerational trauma and ADHD. They discuss how trauma is passed between generations and its surprising connection to ADHD. The conversation explores emotional disconnect and the challenges of communication across age groups. They also highlight strategies for setting boundaries and fostering mutual understanding, showing how empathy and patience can bridge significant emotional gaps in families.

Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today we are talking about our own report cards as late diagnosed ADHDers. And we have an extra special guest with us today - Mr. Tim Crowe, whose report cards, as you will hear, have rightfully earned him the mic. Katie, Tim and I talk about: Societal pressures related to academic performance and the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, particularly in the context of their high school experiences What did all of our teachers and parents miss? How our experiences with report cards shape our self-perception? The factors that ultimately contributed to being late-diagnosed adults.  Resources for After the Show:  Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: Family life, parenting & solutions that work and ADHD: More than a Buzzword Neurodivergent-affirming classroom management: 3 perspective shifts for teachers The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and for Ontario, our Integrated Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-led Assessment and Treatment Clinic.  CADDAC: Types of classroom accommodations (Ages 7-17) CADDAC: Post secondary classroom accommodations  CADDAC: Understanding ADHD as a Disability in the Post-Secondary Environment How to be an Effective Advocate for your Child Find Katie (CRPO #11244): Website | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website | Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | X A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our Resources page on our website..  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic  RSS

Today your host, is psychotherapist Christina Crowe; I love making invisible things visible. Today I’m talking to Gina Pera, an internationally recognized author, speaker, and educator on Adult ADHD.  Gina and I talk about: The influence of ADHD medication efficacy in therapy or coaching outcomes, The challenges of generic psychostimulants and what folks should know, The challenge of sorting through what we should be really focusing on in coaching or therapy for adults with ADHD, A peek behind the scenes of the ADHD advocacy world.  Guest Bio: For 25 years, Gina Pera has empowered adults with ADHD and their loved ones, raising the standard of care through her books, blog, conference presentations, and online education. A veteran award-winning journalist, Gina discovered her husband's ADHD in 1997 through a chance reading of a neurobiology book, not through their repeated couple therapy attempts. This revelation improved their lives and marriage, sparking her passion for public education on ADHD.  In 2008, she published "Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?" and launched her award-winning blog, ADHD Roller Coaster. Gina was invited to contribute the first-ever chapter on couple therapy for ADHD to Russell Barkley's clinical guide. Find Gina: Website | LinkedIn  Resources for After the Show:  The Dig Deeper School: ADHD Medication and psychoeducation for therapists (or other non-medical clinicians) Read: The Dig Deeper Blog The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and learn more about the gold standards for ADHD Treatment.  Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | X A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our Resources page on our website. LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic  RSS

Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, are talking about PDA - Pathological Demand Avoidance or more affirmingly known as Persistent Drive for Autonomy. Katie and I explore: What exactly might the role of internal sensory overwhelm be for folks with PDA and ADHD? What is the perception of social hierarchy and how does it impact neurodivergent people? What are the three A's of neurodivergent life, and how should we talk about this when we self-advocate, or advocate for our kids?  Resources for After the Show: Parenting Tips for Emotion and Behaviour Regulation PDA vs Demand Avoidance (neurodivergentinsights.com) https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/| https://www.kristyforbes.com.au/ Cherish Graff (@audhd_therapist) Low-Demand Parenting: Dropping Demands, Restoring Calm, and Finding Connection with your Uniquely Wired Child Oppositional Defiance or Faulty Neuroception? - Mona Delahooke, Ph.D. - Pediatric Psychologist - California Pathological demand avoidance: What and who are being pathologised and in whose interests? - Allison Moore, 2020 (sagepub.com) Pathological demand avoidance syndrome: a necessary distinction within the pervasive developmental disorders - PubMed (nih.gov) The PANDA Approach from the PDA Society summarizes helpful approaches for PDA children and further explains many of these strategies. PDA-informed Psychologists in Ontario: WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Practice Find Katie (CRPO #11244): Website | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | X A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are not your therapist. If you need more one on one support or treatment, please check out the links posted above or our  Resources page on our website..  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic| RSS