The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLE

Today I’m talking to psychotherapist Mona Virk, from Caledon, Ontario, about Brown Girl Mental Health. Mona leads us through her own experiences and why now as a psychotherapist, she is dedicated to stating conversations that matter within in the South Asian community, about mental health. We talk about: What are the cultural stigmas and barriers to seeking help in the brown community? What is important to discern when talking about identity development and cultural connections? What are some of the nuances of growing up in a multicultural family, or community, on one’s mental health? How can we retain our brown parts of identity to be celebrated and passed on to future generations? What should clients do if they want to break any troubling cycles of family issues? Resources for After the Show: Do I have ADHD? (South Asian Woman Edition.) by Mona Virk SOCH community eventsSouth Asian Legal Clinic of OntarioThe Dig Deeper School About our Guest: Mona Virk is a Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying in Caledon, ON at Dig a Little Deeper, Psychotherapy & Counselling. Her experience in health care for over a decade strengthens her counselling approach grounded in creating strong alliances. Mona completed an undergraduate degree from McMaster University, had been a Chiropodist for over a decade before returning to grad school to complete her Master of Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Find Mona: Website | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | Podcast page. 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

Long wait times. Limited access. A mental health system struggling to keep up. But what if there was another way? In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of Dig A Little Deeper’s Nurse Practitioner-led mental health clinic, an innovative model that’s bridging gaps in Ontario’s healthcare system. Our lead NP joins me to share the origin story—how we built this clinic, the challenges we faced, and why Nurse Practitioners are reshaping the future of mental health care. We dive into: The flaws in Ontario’s current mental health system (and how we’re addressing them), How our NP-led model improves access, reduces wait times, and integrates care, The debate around private vs. public healthcare—and why collaboration is key, What this means for clients, clinicians, and the future of mental health care. If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible beyond the waitlist, this episode is for you. About our Guest: Carole Gionet is a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, with a Master’s Degree in Nursing. She has over 20 years’ experience in primary health care and mental health care. Carole has worked in a variety of settings: community health centres, university health centres and various hospitals. She currently works at SickKids Hospital in psychiatry and also for Dig a Little Deeper, providing private services across Ontario. At Dig Carole offers comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment for common mental health conditions to children through to adults. Find Carole: Website Resources for After the Show: Our Clinic: Integrated Mental Health and all service our FAQ’s. Check out the NPAO, and learn about NP Led Clinics The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, learn about getting an ADHD Diagnosis in Canada. Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website | Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | Podcast page. A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are 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 | Castbox | RSS

Many adults with ADHD go undiagnosed for decades, often dismissed or misdiagnosed along the way. But what happens when they finally get the right diagnosis? Today, we sit down with Dr. Betty Tang from Vancouver Coastal Health’s Remote Coastal Psychiatric Clinic to discuss the challenges of identifying ADHD in adults—especially in women—and the critical gaps in mental health training that contribute to missed diagnoses. 🔍 In this episode, we explore: How Dr. Tang transitioned from child psychiatry to adult ADHD care,Strategies for supporting children with ADHDhuge variance in ADHD knowledge among mental health cliniciansclient’s doctor lacks ADHD expertise,psychiatrist’s lack of ADHD knowledge If you've ever struggled to get an ADHD diagnosis or wondered why so many adults fall through the cracks, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧 Tune in now to hear how we can bridge the ADHD diagnosis gap! Resources for After the Show: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult by Christina Crowe, and ADHD: More than a Buzzword by Sheena Scott The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Getting Assessed in Ontario. About our Guest: Dr. Betty Tang is an adult psychiatrist interested in shared care with primary caregivers, providing education to clinicians, patients and the public. Dr. Tang currently works in British Columbia, for Vancouver Coastal Health Authority for remote rural communities. There’s two teenagers at home who make her laugh and lovingly make fun of her on the daily. Find Katie (CRPO #11244):Website | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website | Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | Podcast page. A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are 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, are talking to Dr. Robert C. Smith about the state of our health care systems - how we got here and what we should do about it. We explore: The differences in mental health care training between the U.S. and Canada? Evidence-based strategies to integrate mental health care into primary care? The changes needed in medical school to support the training of future doctors? The role of physician leadership in creating psychological safety in medicine. Resources for After the Show: Buy Dr. Smith's book, Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? available March 4th. Smith's Patient Centered Interviewing: An Evidence-Based Method, Fourth Edition Ontario therapists: Get Involved This Election! Canada wide: ADHD Advocacy - what you can do to help. Burnout in healthcare: what you can do to protect yourself, by Christina Crowe, RP About our Guest: Dr. Robert C. Smith is a nationally recognized leader in evidence-based mental health care and doctor-patient communication. A University Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Psychiatry at Michigan State University, Dr. Smith developed the first patient-centered method to train medical professionals to build strong partnerships with their patients. Dr. Smith’s expertise and dedication to reforming mental health care make Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? essential reading for policymakers, health care professionals, and anyone concerned about the future of mental health in America. Find Dr. Smith: Website | X | LinkedIn | Find Katie (CRPO #11244): Website | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website | Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | Podcast page. A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are 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 | Castbox | RSS

Today we are talking toDr. Dora Wynchank, from PsyQ in The Hague, about new research findings about the course of ADHD in women throughout their life - especially in perimenopause and in menopause. We talk about: The importance of flexible dosing of psychostimulants for women with ADHD, The importance of in-depth assessment for girls and women in the diagnostic stages, The impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) on people with ADHD, The implications of untreated ADHD in older adults (50+), Specific research initiatives currently being pursued regarding ADHD and women. Resources forAfter the Show: The DIVA Foundation and assessment scales, Take part in the ADHD in Women research survey! TheLight Therapy Glasses! The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, especiallyADHD in Girls & Women. NEW: Stick around after the show for the Katie and Christina debrief! 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. Dr. Wynchank is currently working in the field of Adult ADHD at a psychiatric clinic called PsyQ and is a proud member of ADHD Europe. Find Katie (CRPO #11244):Website |Instagram Find Christina(CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok A gentle reminder that this is not therapy, and Christina nor Katie are 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 we are talking about what really happens in group therapy, with Jared Dalton, from Blueprint counselling in London, ON. Highlights: Important differences between group therapy and individual therapy, The benefits of group therapy for people with social anxiety in particular, How to figure out what’s important to you before you sign up, A side quest: learning about the use of group ketamine therapy in Ontario. Resources for After the Show: Finding the community that healsThe ADHD Resource Hub About our Guest: Jared is a queer and neurodivergent registered social worker, psychotherapist and university lecturer. He lives, works and plays in the place colonially known as London, Ontario. He is passionate about exploring the intersection between spirituality and mental health and has dedicated his career to supporting communities often marginalized in health and mental health systems. Find Jared: Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn Find Katie (CRPO #11244): Website | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | Podcast page. 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

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I’m doing a solo, talking here on the podcast something I don't think I’ve ever dedicated an episode to, (despite talking about it ALL THE TIME), which is on the therapeutic tasks of ‘The Reckoning’, following a late-in-life diagnosis of ADHD. I cover today: The length of the reckoning, and its 3 distinct phases, What the opportunities in a late-diagnosis of ADHD might be for you, Questions to ask yourself if you have late-diagnosed ADHD, and Where to find more resources. Resources for After the Show: The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult Take a Big 5 Personality test 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 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

Hello everyone, welcome to The Christina Crowe Podcast, where we connect the dots in search for more balanced mental health. Today I’m talking to my favourite teacher of neurobiology, Juliane Taylor Shore. Jules and I talk about: What are the differences between integrated and less integrated brain states? The role of self-compassion in behaviour change and mental health, The impact of neurodiversity on processing emotions and experiences, Strategies that can be employed to foster psychological safety in relationships. Resources for After the Show: Setting Boundaries that Stick: How Neurobiology Can Help You Rewire Your Brain to Feel Safe, Connected and EmpoweredThe ADHD Resource HubADHD and EmotionsADHD and Trauma Guest Bio: Juliane Taylor Shore, LMFT, LPC, SEP, is a therapist, author, and teacher who is creating spaces where people can move into more self-compassion, self-trust, empowerment, and integrity. Jules regularly teaches and speaks to people from all around the world and translates new understandings in neurobiology into practices that can support brain change. She is the author of Setting Boundaries that Stick: How Neurobiology Can Help You Rewire Your Brain to Feel Safe, Connected and Empowered. Find Jules: Juliane Taylor Shore | Instagram: @Julianetaylorshore 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

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I’m sharing a re-play that covers content that comes up over and over again in therapy sessions. In today’s episode, I'm breaking down the nuances between the coexistence of ADHD and Depression. 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: In Ontario? Get low-cost CBT from our supervised and ADHD-trained counselling intern clinic. Thriving Through the Seasons: Coping with Seasonal Depression and ADHD, by Julia D'Addurno On Depression: The Why, The Beginning and the Recovery, by Christina Crowe Access: Our list of mental health resources and connections, and some free downloads, or sign up for quality affordable therapy in Ontario, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, especially on ADHD and all its comorbidities Find Christina (CRPO #003908): 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 and on the Resources page on our website. 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’m sharing a re-play to cover us over the winter break, that covers content that comes up over and over again in therapy sessions. Today, listen in as Certified Conscious Parenting Method Coach Sabrina Belo, walks us through exactly what ‘Conscious Parenting’ is, and why it's a great fit for ADHD families. We talk about why it’s a natural fit for ADHD families, but also, What’s really hard about it (at first)? Why this perspective shift can be so transformational, not only for kids, but also for parents. Resources for After the Show: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, Finding Joy in the Holidays: Rethinking Traditions with Heart by Sabrina Belo Parenting through transformative experiences: how an ADHD diagnosis can change your family life for the better, by Sabrina Belo The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, including ADHD and Parenting: Family life, parenting & solutions that work. Get 25% off anything at the Dig Deeper School - use coupon HOHOHO24 until Dec 31st. Find Sabrina: Work with Sabrina | Instagram Find Christina (CRPO #003908): 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 and on the 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 giving you an update on one of our more important topics from the past, on the co-occurrence and treatment recommendations for folks who have both ADHD and also a substance use disorder of some sort. I’m covering: The connection between untreated or under-treated ADHD and substance use, The short and long term effects of cannabis on an ADHD brain, Why the nuances of substance use within the context of ADHD matters, What therapists who treat ADHD, need to also understand about SUD, What the pro’s and con’s of ADHD medication are in the context of SUD. Resources for After the Show: The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, in particular, ADHD & Special Topics: SUD Substance Use Disorders and ADHD: 5 Key Facts and Additional Resources + Substance Use Disorder and ADHD: Safe, Effective Treatment Options, Webinar with Dr. Wilens Cannabis and ADHD – A CADDRA Policy Statement ConnexOntario: 24/7 Access to Mental Health, Addiction, and Problem Gambling Information Primary reference: Ahmed, G. and Chang, S. (2024, Sept. 28). Overcoming Challenges in ADHD Care: Assessment and Treatment of Patients with Concurrent Substance Use Disorders. [Conference presentation]. CADDRA Annual Conference, Winnipeg, MB. 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

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I’ve invited one of my colleagues, a certified Conscious Parenting Method Coach and counsellor, Sabrina Belo in. We are bringing you a love letter of sorts. To the compassionate, exhausted, anxious, angry, ignored, relentless soldiers, often invisible, within the ADHD community - our long suffering supporters. We explore: What do the partners of ADHDers have in common? How does untreated ADHD impact family dynamics and relationships? What are the common misconceptions about ADHD that affect relationships? How can individuals with ADHD and their partners work together to create a healthier relationship? What steps can partners take to improve communication and understanding regarding ADHD? Resources for After the Show: Sign up for Sabrina & Connie’s Group: Navigating Life’s Currents: From Reaction to Response in Relationships and Beyond (5 Sessions) Parenting through transformative experiences: how an ADHD diagnosis can change your family life for the better by Sabrina Belo The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, especially: Resources for Couples, and Parenting support. Find Sabrina: Work with Sabrina | 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 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

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 HolidaysThe 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: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safetyworkplace accommodation chart How to help people with ADHD succeed in the workplaceThe ADHD Resource HubWork/Career article 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

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I’m doing a solo, answering some questions I often get as a neurodivergent business owner, leader, and lived experience health care provider. I cover today: The connection between psychological safety and neurodivergent-affirming practices, Why neurodivergent-affirming care as a form of cultural competence is important, Best practices for managing a team of adults with ADHD, How to cultivate your team's strengths. Resources for After the Show: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological SafetyWhat Is Psychological Safety? Skill-Building for Therapists: Creating Neurodivergent Affirming PracticesPsychological Safety Is Not About Being SafeHarassment in the Field of Medicine: Cultural Barriers to Psychological SafetyHigh-Performing Teams Need Psychological Safety: Here’s How to Create ItThe ADHD Resource Hub ADHD Workplace Accommodations Chart 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 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 reviewQ: “Can adhd meds unmask autism?”https://www.additudemag.com/audhd-medication-side-effectsPharmacotherapy of ADHD in Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Effectiveness and Side EffectsPsychostimulants for ADHD-like symptoms in individuals with autism spectrum disordersThe ADHD Resource HubADHD & Treatment resource 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 therapistThe Aphantasia NetworkThe Vividness of Visual Imagery QuestionnaireImagination Spectrum 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

Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today we are talking about intergenerational trauma and ADHD. We talk through various things related to intergenerational trauma, emotional disconnect, and intergenerational relationships. We explore the definition and impact of intergenerational trauma, highlighting difficulties faced by older generations in acknowledging and addressing mental health. We explore the benefit of empathy, patience, and the ongoing efforts it might take to bridge the communication gap in these relationships. Katie and I talk about: How does intergenerational trauma impact subsequent generations? What is the correlation between trauma and ADHD? How can we bridge the communication gap between different generations? What are effective strategies for setting boundaries and managing expectations in generational relationships? Resources for After the Show: The Dig Deeper BlogADHD & Polyvagal Theory: Making sense of the link between ADHD and traumaThe ADHD Resource HubFamily life, parenting & solutions that work 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 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: The Dig Deeper BlogespeciallyFamily life, parenting & solutions that workADHD: More than a BuzzwordNeurodivergent-affirming classroom management: 3 perspective shifts for teachersThe ADHD Resource HubIntegrated Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-led Assessment and Treatment Clinic.Types of classroom accommodations (Ages 7-17) Post secondary classroom accommodationsUnderstanding ADHD as a Disability in the Post-Secondary EnvironmentHow 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: ADHD Medication and psychoeducation for therapists (or other non-medical clinicians)The Dig Deeper BlogThe ADHD Resource Hubgold 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