There are several ways that you can get the support you need as an adult with ADHD. There's coaching and mentorships.

There are different types of therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and other modalities geared towards adults with ADHD.

But many feel the best way is when we incorporate more of a holistic approach to managing and thriving with ADHD which involves many types of strategies and support systems.

So today, we're talking about Beyond ADHD coaching, including different types of therapy, fitness and movement, and more.

Today, we have Dr Jessica McCarthy, the founder and clinical director of Elements Psychological Services. Elements offers a wide range of support systems for individuals with ADHD.

Dr. McCarthy introduces us to her practice and discusses the importance of a thorough ADHD assessment, which her practice provides.

Dave and Dr. McCarthy also discuss and distinguish the difference between ADHD coaching, mentorship and clinical support. She discusses what we are trying to uncover in therapy such as why we do certain things and why we do not. For example, missing deadlines, task initiation and the challenges we have.

She also discusses how we can begin to make critical shifts in our lives that may be beyond ADHD coaching. How can an adult with ADHD make progress and see measurable results in their lives?

They also discuss energy management. How can we focus on a strength-based discussion? How can we get more of what we are good at in both our careers and at home? But also realizing there were certain must haves such as paying bills on time, etc…

Dr. McCarthy discusses how important it is for us to manage those internal distractions and emotions so we can thrive as an adult with ADHD, especially in our careers and the workplace.

Dave and Dr. McCarthy discuss fitness and how mission critical it is for busy adults with ADHD. She says having fitness in our lives falls into the deal-breaker category. It must be part of our lives.

https://elementspsych.com/

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Many people with ADHD have challenges paying attention. And if you have ADHD, that's not telling you anything new. But getting better at engaging in important conversations helps us gain a much needed clarity, especially in the workplace.

Clarity is something adults with ADHD need to seek out daily. Without it, we procrastinate, we can make mistakes, and it can cause us unnecessary stress.

There was a concept called active listening and it involves just that, being active in a conversation.

When we can practice active listening, it can help us in many areas in life and in business because it can give us that clarity we need and must have.

Dave talks about some simple steps to practice active listening and why it should be a part of any adult with ADHD.

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There is never a one-size-fits-all when it comes to creating an environment where those of us with ADHD can thrive. Our environments range from workplaces to homes, and for many of us, they are places to have a little peace and quiet.

For many, having an optimal environment, or even a place where we can reflect, is mission-critical for those of us with ADHD.

In this episode of Overcoming Distractions, we're going to talk about how art can be part of your journey in thriving with adult ADHD.

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Dave speaks with Eleanor Trier, the founder of Eleanor Trier Studios where she mostly works with art but many other types of creative endeavors all to help those of us who are neurodivergent.

Eli gives us an overview of her art studio and the types of projects she works on, but she also discusses when she discovered that art was her passion and how she knew it.

She discusses why for many of us with ADHD, creating the right environment to create focus is something many of us strive for and need and that can include surrounding yourself with art.

Eli says that art can help us be mindful and tame that chaotic brain and she talks about how this can happen and why art is a major driver of feeling calm.

Is there a science of how art can boost focus and create calm? Eli answers this as well.

If you want some inspiration, please check out her website below!

https://www.elinortrierstudio.com/

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