The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLE

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

Today I have the privilege of speaking with ADHD coach, Liz Lewis, and we break down some of our observations and the nuances behind how the ADHD coaching industry has evolved over the last few years. We also talk about a ‘whole person’ look at the diagnosis as an adult, and how to think about personalizing your care.  We cover: Why ADHD is about a lot more than executive dysfunction, How can the medical model and the neurodiversity paradigm be reconciled in understanding and treating ADHD? What are the specific challenges and expectations faced by women with ADHD? How can the ADHD community navigate the challenges of social media and online influencers? Resources mentioned in the show:  Check out The 2023 Annual International Conference on ADHD 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, Use the discount code ‘CCPODCAST’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD. About our guest:   Liz Lewis is a writer, coach and ADHD mom who started talking about ADHD women before it was cool. Liz is the Founder of ADHD Enclave, an online community built to enhance and inspire the lives of brilliant but overwhelmed women and moms with ADHD. Liz’s favorite hobbies include reading, working out, and watching trashy tv. Sometimes all at the same time.  Find Liz: Instagram | Website | Email to join her Reading Circle: healthyadhd@gmail.com 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

Today I have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Nelson Handal, and we break down some of the mystery behind why it is so important, and also so challenging, to get an accurate diagnosis in mental health today. We cover: How can accurate diagnosis be achieved in mental health? What are the challenges of diagnosing and treating comorbid conditions? What are some common challenges in doctor-patient communication, What are the innovations in mental health we can be excited about? About our Guest: Dr. Nelson Handal is an adult psychiatrist and Clinical Faculty at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine in Dothan, Alabama. Dr. Nelson M. Handal is the Founder, Chairman, and Medical Director for Dothan Behavioral Medicine Clinic, a large and modern mental health clinic, where about 200 patients are seen daily. He is also the Founder and Medical Director of Harmonex Neuroscience Research where he participated in clinical research as a primary investigator in over 100 clinical trials for the past 16 years. Developing CliniCom® for over 15 years has been for him the most challenging and expensive endeavor, but it led to an article in Forbes in 2018 after CliniCom® was used by thousands of patients around the US. Clinicom was also awarded at the Psychiatry Innovation Lab at the American Psychiatric Association. Dr. Handal was invited to testify before the United States House Committee on Veterans’ in reference to this technology. Resources mentioned in the show:  CADDAC: Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada. (2021). Girls and Women with ADHD: our missed forgotten and most vulnerable.  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: We made Official Pod Squad Merch! Check it out HERE! ​(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

Season three is almost here!  Things are changing in the mental health landscape. Never before have we seen communities learning, sharing their lived experiences and it has really been inspiring to watch the scientific, academic and clinician community embrace and welcome the voices of everyday people into their research and advocacy projects.  This podcast isn't just for therapists and physicians; it's for everyone – from curious minds to those who've felt the impact of mental health firsthand. We know that the critical first step to getting the healthcare you need and deserve starts with the foundational information that unites everybody involved, which is learning all you can about mental health conditions in the first place.  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! ​Check it out HERE.  (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

In today’s episode, we are making invisible things visible for people courageously living in step- or blended families. I'm speaking with psychotherapist Connie Marasco, who has both lived and clinical experience, working to help blended or step family life feel supported. We cover: Connie and Christina’s experiences stepkid and stepmom respectively, The myths about blended families and hard things no one talks about feeling, The importance of the step-parent and step child relationship, and Concepts from human development that parents can use to help shape their efforts with their kids.  Resources mentioned in the show:  Recommended reading: Stepfamilies: Love, parenting and marriage in the first decade by James Bray, PhD., and Parenting Apart: How Separated and Divorced Parents Can Raise Happy and Secure Kids by Christina McGhee​ Use the discount code ‘PEBBLE’ at checkout, for 15% off on DIY*ADHD:Couples. About our guest:   Connie Marasco is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a masters degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and additional training in trauma, couples therapy, ADHD-informed psychotherapy and more recently, equine-assisted therapy. In addition to the skills she’s learned in practice and training, she also uses her wicked sense of humor, unrelenting curiosity and personal experience with mental health, to help create positive change for her clients. Connie hopes to focus the future of her work on supporting blended families on their journey to building safety in connections. Currently you can find Connie on the Dig a Little Deeper team, where she continues finding opportunities for new learning and inspiration. Find Connie: Instagram | Work with Connie (Ontario) Find Christina (CRPO #003908): Website | Meet the Team | DIY*ADHD course | 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 | Google Podcasts | Overcast | Stitcher | RSS

Dr. Jessica Eccles and Dr. Nimish Mittal, global hyper-mobility experts, discuss the connections between hyper-mobility syndromes, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome(s), and neurodivergent conditions like ADHD, Autism, and Tourette's. They define EDS and its relationship to hyper-mobility, explore the connections between EDS, ADHD, and Autism, and provide advice on effective communication with doctors about symptoms.