Sheena and Christina explore the complexities of diagnosing and treating ADHD, emphasizing the critical need for thorough assessments to uncover underlying issues. Sheena shared her experience of receiving a late ADHD diagnosis as a therapist, as well as highlighted the societal pressures and ableism she sees her clients continuing to face.
The importance of pacing self-discovery and the gradual process of integrating one's true self, advocating for a nuanced understanding of neurodivergence and the significance of early intervention in therapy is also addressed.
We explore:
Sheena’s experience as a therapist navigating her own diagnostic journey, while working with ADHD clients,
How can therapists ensure their experiences do not overshadow their clients' work?
How societal pressures and ableism within the mental health community contribute to misunderstandings about the condition,
How clients can ask their therapists to ensure they are offering them the ADHD strategies that are recommended by global treatment guidelines.
Resources for After the Show:
Take the Adult ADHD Masking Measure (AAMM): Questionnaire | Background info
Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially:
ADHD: More Than a Buzzword, by Sheena Scott, RP Qualifying
The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult, by Christina Crowe, RP
The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub.
About our Guest: Sheena Scott is a neurodivergent-affirming therapist in Ontario with a special interest in helping adults who were recently diagnosed or suspect they have ADHD symptoms. Sheena completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from York University, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and has been working with Dig a Little Deeper Psychotherapy since 2023. Work with Sheena: 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.
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