The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLE

Join us for a brief season intermission, and a replay of a favourite solo episode from Season One! In today’s replay solo episode, I’m addressing common questions, so important to make visible in the pursuit of change in ADHD life with a psychotherapist. Today, I’m talking about the importance of the ‘ADHD lens’ when we are both engaging in therapy, in coaching and most importantly, in the task of knowing ourselves more completely. We have to know ourselves before we can self-advocate, which comes before we can talk about what’s important to us, why we do the things we do, and to hopefully end up feeling more connected with our loved ones. I cover: What does the ‘adaption’ a therapist needs to make for a client with ADHD look like? Why do people with ADHD struggle with time? Why is time management for ADHD brains different from the ‘typicals? What is the sweet spot in Christina’s Boredom/Overwhelm Venn Diagram? Resources for After the Show: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD. Use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. Check out our Official Pod Squad Merch! ​100% of the profits from Dig Deeper Merch sales support the FREE psychotherapy program ​operated by Dig A Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling in Caledon, ON. Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic |RSS

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Mitra Motamedi, an incredibly passionate physician advocate for ADHD in British Columbia, Canada. We cover everything from why diagnosing ADHD in primary care is quite challenging, how screening and access to treatment should be improved, to show to improving training in health care education.  Together we unpack: What are the challenges for family doctors, in diagnosing adults with ADHD? What can be done to address the lack of resources and training for ADHD in the healthcare system? How can healthcare professionals improve the screening and management of ADHD? How can individuals with ADHD access resources and support? Resources mentioned in the show:  Read more about treating adults with ADHD on The Dig Deeper Blog, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Clinicians: Use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. About our guests:  Dr. Motamedi is a family physician in Vancouver, BC with a special interest in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Dr. Motamedi is originally from Iran, immigrated to Canada in 2010, and completed the UBC Family Medicine Residency program in 2017. Dr. Motamedi is actively involved in medical education, serving as a clinical instructor for medical students at UBC when available. Her medical philosophy centers around an evidence-based, yet holistic approach to healthcare. With a keen interest in mental health disorders, particularly ADHD, Dr. Motamedi's focus has intensified during the global COVID pandemic, where she primarily sees patients with mental health problems. This experience has deepened her commitment to understanding and addressing mental health concerns. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Motamedi actively advocates for the improvement of mental health and ADHD care in British Columbia and in Alberta. Find Dr. Motamedi: Website | Blog Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio | AmazonMusic | RSS

Today’s episode offers something a little bit different. Tinnitus affects roughly 10% of the general population, but in the music industry that number is closer to 40-50%. In the ever evolving Venn diagram of ADHD and other health conditions, I couldn’t help but notice the overlap between the ADHD creative types, and musicians with ADHD who have progressive hearing loss as they get older. One of the most challenging consequences of hearing loss or damage over time is tinnitus. In today’s episode, I'm talking to author Glenn Schweitzer, who wrote Rewiring Tinnitus, a book about how to retrain your brain to cope with this unrelenting condition, and the intersections of self-advocacy in our medical systems, in both of our worlds.  Glenn and I cover: The vicious cycle of anxiety and powerlessness in tinnitus,  The traumatizing long term effects of experiences in our medical systems, Why understanding Tinnitus as a stress disorder is helpful, (not unlike PTSD),  The powerful things tinnitus sufferers can do to regain control of their lives, and  The helpful roles loved ones can play they might not be aware of.  Resources for After The Show:  Get the book: Rewiring Tinnitus: How I Finally Found Relief From The Ringing In My Ears, by Glenn Schweitzer Tinnitus, Powerlessness, and PTSD: Framing Tinnitus as an Acute Stress Disorder Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD. Get your Official Pod Squad Merch! ​100% of the profits from Dig Deeper Merch sales support the FREE psychotherapy program ​operated by Dig A Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling in Caledon, ON. Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website | Find a Therapist | Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio | AmazonMusic | RSS

I’m your host Christina Crowe and I love making invisible things visible. Today I have the privilege of speaking with Brendan Kwiatkowski, Ph.D. an Educator & Researcher of Masculinity, Social-Emotional Learning, Special Education and Social Justice. Today  we break down some of the myths around masculinity and learn more about the emotional inner lives of  boys and men.  Together we tackle: What are the main challenges teenage boys face in expressing their emotions? How can parents support their children's development and navigate their own growth? How can parents learn to understand and navigate their own nervous system function? How can society transcend the polarization around masculinity? How does intersectionality impact accountability and personal growth? Resources for after the show:  Check out our guests website, research and resources: Brendan’s Website, Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD. Use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. Check out our Official Pod Squad Merch! ​100% of the profits from Dig Deeper Merch sales support the FREE psychotherapy program ​operated by Dig A Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling in Caledon, ON. About our guest:   Brendan Kwiatkowski, Ph.D. is an Educator & Researcher of Masculinity, Social-Emotional Learning, Special Education, Social Justice. Brendan successfully defended his Ph.D. in Education at the University of Edinburgh at the end of 2022. His research spans multiple disciplines (psychology, sociology, and education) and investigated Canadian teenage boys’ emotions, masculinities, and schooling experiences. He is focused on making academic knowledge accessible for all and on conducting research that is transformative and practically useful for helping people in the real-world.  Find Brendan: TikTok| Website | X | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic |RSS

This is a re-play, during our holiday break, on a issue that comes up a LOT in the psychotherapy session room. Please share your thoughts, own nuanced experiences - it helps to make the invisible visible for so many. Today, I’m talking about making better decisions for ourselves, by applying some intentionality, and elevating often invisible considerations – like what might be actually best for us.  Main take-aways: How to think differently about life’s small and big decisions, Dealing with the pressure of the ‘thou shalt’s”, What are four considerations you can ask yourself about a decision you need to make?  Resources for After the Show: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, NEW: Finally, we made Official Pod Squad Merch! ​100% of the profits from Dig Deeper Merch sales support the FREE psychotherapy program ​operated by Dig A Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling in Caledon, ON. Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic |RSS

Explore the inner emotional landscape of those with ADHD and how it affects communication. Dive into the neuroscience behind emotional regulation and learn about the struggles of emotional impulsivity in relationships. Discover the importance of a 'we-first' mindset to enhance dialogue and the role of self-care in boosting emotional well-being. Practical tips and resources are provided to improve emotional management and foster deeper connections. Engage with the community as listener feedback shapes future discussions.

Today we are making invisible things visible, with adult psychiatrist and ADHD researcher, Dr. Dora Wynchank, from The Netherlands. Dr. Dora Wynchank shares her expertise in Dr. Dora Wynchank shares her expertise in diagnosing & treating ADHD in women, the impact on couples & families, and through perimenopause. We also break down some of the maddening mystery behind the role of sleep and hormones. We cover: How does circadian rhythm affect the sleep patterns of people with ADHD? The impact of perimenopause, menopause and the comeback of hormonal treatments for women with ADHD, The effects of ADHD on romantic relationships, including the impact of societal norms, gender roles/expectations and perfectionism, New research and tools coming: the Diva Diagnostic Interview, adjusted for girls and women. Resources for After The Show: NEW: Female-specific pharmacotherapy in ADHD: premenstrual adjustment of psychostimulant dosage Article: Zeitgebers Are the Key to Helping Control Your Circadian Rhythms The DIVA Foundation and assessment scales, The Holland Sleep Disorders questionnaire Take part in the ADHD in Women research survey (for English, scroll down the page) The ADHD Powerbank - educational videos on ADHD from PsyQ in The Netherlands. Light Therapy glasses for morning bright light. The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD. Use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. About our guest:  Dora Wynchank, MBChB, MMed, FCPsych, Ph.D. works as a psychiatrist at the Intensive Specialist Program for ADHD and as a researcher at the Expertise Centre, ADHD, The Hague. Originally from South Africa, she studied medicine in Cape Town and Johannesburg, where she was active in student politics. Until 2014, she worked as a consultant psychiatrist in state hospitals and in private practice. During this time, she was a clinician, conducted pharmacological research, served on the Executive Committee of the Society of Psychiatrists and was Director of the patient advocacy group for Depression and Anxiety.   In August 2014, she relocated with her family to The Netherlands, where she completed a PhD on adult ADHD and biological rhythms, at the Free University of Amsterdam. During the last 6 years, she has researched, published widely and presented her research internationally. She is editor of the DIVA Foundation. The DIVA is a diagnostic interview for the diagnosis of ADHD, available in 30 languages. She is currently working in the field of Adult ADHD at a psychiatric clinic called PsyQ and is a proud member of ADHD Europe.  Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.    LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio | AmazonMusic | RSS  

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.

Today I have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Lesley Cook, who you might know as @lesleypsyd on TikTok. Lesley and I talk about what our evolving experiences have been, watching the groundswell of mental health and therapist social media explode throughout the course of the pandemic. We had a great time covering many fascinating angles, and we dig into these common questions for you: What are the challenges and benefits of consuming mental health content on social media?  How can therapists ensure their online content is ethical and helpful? How can therapists support clients who are seeking a diagnosis for ADHD? How can therapists create a psychologically safe space for neurodivergent clients? Resources for After the show:  Full Sped Ahead: Resources for teachers and therapists Check out Understood.Org’s resources for the public, parents and teachers,  The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, Therapists: Use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. About our guest: Dr. Lesley Cook is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years in the field. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders including adhd, autism and learning disorders. She has worked in a variety of settings including in schools, day treatment and private practice. She has a strong belief in the power of relationships and enjoys sharing new ways to think about supporting members of the neurodivergent community. Find Dr. Cook: TikTok Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | 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 in the Show info and episode notes on the main podcast webpage.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic |RSS

In today’s episode, I'm breaking down the nuances between the coexistence of ADHD and Depression. From the perspective of an ADHD psychotherapist (with lived experience), I’ll share with you why they might coexist, how to tell them apart, and what to do about it.  Resources for After The Show:  Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or low cost counselling in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD. Therapists, use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. NEW: Finally, we made Official Pod Squad Merch! ​100% of the profits from Dig Deeper Merch sales support the FREE psychotherapy program ​operated by Dig A Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling in Caledon, ON. Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website |Find a Therapist |Our Online Courses | Instagram |TikTok 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.  LISTEN OR SUBSCRIBE for free in your favourite podcast app: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | iHeart Radio| AmazonMusic | RSS