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by Christina Crowe, RP (CRPO#003908)
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E94: Parenting without a Roadmap: Resilience and Reality, with author Liana Cancian
Apr 28, 2025
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E93: Reimagining ABA: How One Centre is Leading a Neurodiversity-Affirming Revolution, with Kerry-Anne Robinson
Apr 21, 2025
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E91: Clinician, Diagnose Thyself? The Surprise of Adult ADHD, with Therapist Sheena Scott
Mar 31, 2025
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E90: South Asian Women, Mental Health, and the Stigma That Won’t Quit, with therapist Mona Virk
Mar 17, 2025
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E89: Beyond the Waitlist: How Nurse Practitioners Are Redefining Mental Health Care at Dig A Little Deeper
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| 4/28/25 |  E94: Parenting without a Roadmap: Resilience and Reality, with author Liana Cancian | In this heartfelt episode, psychotherapist Christina Crowe speaks with advocate and parent Liana Cancian about the emotional and practical realities of raising a medically complex child. Liana shares her journey navigating her daughter’s rare seizure disorder, the challenges of accessing care and resources, and how community support and emotional resilience have shaped their family’s story. From cannabis therapy to founding a nonprofit for supportive housing, Liana offers insight, hope, and powerful lessons for families, educators, and allies of children with special needs.Highlights: What happens after your child gets a life-changing diagnosis,What it means to live alongside your child,The impact of having a medically complex child on their siblings,Understanding the mandate of Close to Home Caledon, fundraising for new housing solutions for special needs children in Caledon,The stories we tell ourselves and leaving a meaningful legacy. Resources for After the Show: Shining Through: Finding the balance between heartache and hope while raising a child with special needs, by Liana Cancian Three Bolton Women Unite to find a Special Needs Housing Solution by Patti FoleyConnect with others! Everyday Heroes Kids | Brampton-Caledon Community Living | Cassie’s Place | ErinOak KidsRead: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: Finding the community that heals, by Katie RichardsonFind Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | XA 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 | — | ||||||
| 4/21/25 |  E93: Reimagining ABA: How One Centre is Leading a Neurodiversity-Affirming Revolution, with Kerry-Anne Robinson | What if behaviour analysis didn’t have to be a source of trauma for Autistic people? In this episode, Christina Crowe and co-host Katie Richardson speak with Kerry-Anne Robinson, Executive Director of the Progressive Life Centre in Ajax, Ontario. Kerry-Anne shares her powerful journey from traditional behaviour therapy to building a groundbreaking neurodiversity-affirming centre designed to celebrate, not suppress, difference. With personal roots in neurodivergent family life and professional leadership in compassionate care, Kerry-Anne opens up about how therapeutic spaces — and the people who run them — can evolve.Whether you're a clinician, caregiver, or someone with lived experience, this conversation is for anyone reckoning with the past and hopeful for a better future in autism support.Highlights:A Radical Redesign: Inside the Progressive Life Centre, a therapeutic space built for and with neurodivergent individuals.Beyond Compliance: Why true neurodiversity-affirming care is a direction, not a destination.Culture Shift in Behavioural Therapy: What it takes to retrain, reframe, and reimagine ABA through a trauma-informed lens.Empowering Parents & Providers: How to ask the right questions, name your concerns, and centre informed consent and client autonomy.Resources for After the Show: The Progressive Life Centre in Ajax, Ontario, and their Program Guide | Progressive Steps Neuroinclusive Design Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety The OG: The ADHD Resource HubAbout our Guest: Kerry-Anne Robinson is the Executive Director of Progressive Life Centre and Owner/Clinical Director of Progressive Steps Training and Consultation Inc. Kerry-Anne is leading a crucial paradigm shift in therapeutic support, mentoring therapists to move away from harmful traditional practices toward compassionate, accepting approaches. At Progressive Life Centre, she's created an environment where neurodivergent individuals aren't just supported– they're celebrated. Her innovative approach combines evidence-based practices with deep respect for neurodivergent experiences, demonstrating how therapeutic spaces can evolve to truly honour and empower the community they serve. Find Kerry-Anne: Website | Instagram | Email Kerry-Anne Find Katie (CRPO #11244): Website | InstagramFind Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | XA 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 | — | ||||||
| 3/31/25 |  E91: Clinician, Diagnose Thyself? The Surprise of Adult ADHD, with Therapist Sheena Scott | 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, RPThe 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 | InstagramFind 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 | — | ||||||
| 3/17/25 | E90: South Asian Women, Mental Health, and the Stigma That Won’t Quit, with therapist Mona Virk | 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 South Asian 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 events | South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario Looking for promo codes for The Dig Deeper School? Use CCPODCAST or PODSQUADVIP for 15% off any course. 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 | — | ||||||
| 3/10/25 |  E89: Beyond the Waitlist: How Nurse Practitioners Are Redefining Mental Health Care at Dig A Little Deeper | 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 | — | ||||||
| 3/3/25 |  E88: Catching Undiagnosed ADHD in Adults: A Conversation with Dr. Betty Tang | 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 ADHD in schools and at home, The huge variance in ADHD knowledge among mental health clinicians—and how to fix it, What happens when a client’s doctor lacks ADHD expertise, How a psychiatrist’s lack of ADHD knowledge can impact psychotherapy.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: https://adhdskillsbuilder.com/https://mind-space.ca/ The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult by Christina CroweADHD: More than a Buzzword by Sheena ScottThe OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Getting Assessed in OntarioAbout 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 | InstagramFind 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 | — | ||||||
| 2/24/25 |  E87: Fixing Mental Health Care: A Conversation with Dr. Robert C. Smith on Training, Integration, and Leadership | The cracks in our healthcare systems are more visible than ever—but how did we get here, and more importantly, how do we fix them?Today, your hosts, psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, sit down with Dr. Robert C. Smith to tackle the big questions shaping the future of mental health care.Together, we explore: How mental health training differs between the U.S. and Canada—what’s working and what’s not, Evidence-based strategies for integrating mental health care into primary care, What needs to change in medical education to prepare future doctors for real-world mental health challenges, The role of physician leadership in creating psychologically safe healthcare environments.From systemic reform to practical solutions, this conversation sheds light on the urgent need for change—and what we can do about it.🎧 Tune in now for an insightful, solutions-driven discussion on the future of mental health care!Resources for After the Show: Read Dr. Smith's book, Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?available March 4th. US friends, Take Action! Dr. Smith's Template Letter. 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 | LinkedInFind Katie (CRPO #11244):Website | InstagramFind 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 | — | ||||||
| 2/10/25 |  E86: ADHD in Women: New Research on Perimenopause, Menopause & Beyond with Dr. Dora Wynchank | ADHD in women has been overlooked for far too long—but new research is changing the conversation.Today, we sit down with Dr. Dora Wynchank from PsyQ in The Hague to explore groundbreaking findings on how ADHD evolves across a woman’s lifespan—especially during perimenopause and menopause.In this episode, we discuss: Why flexible psychostimulant dosing is crucial for women with ADHD, The importance of thorough assessments for girls and women in the diagnostic process, How Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) uniquely impacts people with ADHD, The consequences of untreated ADHD in older adults (50+), Current research initiatives shaping the future of ADHD care for women,If you or someone you love is navigating ADHD in midlife or beyond, this episode is packed with insights, validation, and actionable strategies.🎧 Tune in now for a deep dive into the latest science on ADHD in women!Resources forAfter the Show: The DIVA Foundation and assessment scales, Take part in the ADHD in Women research survey! The Light Therapy Glasses! The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, especially ADHD 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 |InstagramFind 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 | — | ||||||
| 1/27/25 |  E85: Inside Group Therapy: What to Expect with Jared Dalton, RSW | Group therapy: mysterious, powerful, and sometimes a little intimidating. But what really happens in those sessions?Today, your hosts, psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, sit down with Jared Dalton from Blueprint Counselling in London, ON, to pull back the curtain on group therapy—its benefits, misconceptions, and who it’s best suited for.🔍 In this episode, we explore: The key differences between group therapy and individual therapy How group therapy can be life-changing for people with social anxiety How to choose the right group by identifying what’s important to you A fascinating side quest into group ketamine therapy in OntarioIf you’ve ever wondered whether group therapy is right for you, or just want to understand this powerful approach, this episode has you covered.🎧 Tune in now and make the invisible, visible!Resources for After the Show: Read: Finding the community that heals, by Katie Richardson, RP. The OG: The 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 | InstagramFind 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 | — | ||||||
| 1/20/25 |  E84: The Reckoning: Navigating a Late-in-Life ADHD Diagnosis, with Christina Crowe, RP | A late-in-life ADHD diagnosis can feel like a bombshell—bringing clarity, grief, and a flood of emotions. But what happens after the diagnosis?In this solo episode, host Christina Crowe, psychotherapist, dives deep into something she talks about all the time, but has never dedicated a full episode to before: The Reckoning.In this episode, Christina unpacks: The three distinct phases of "The Reckoning" and how long it really lasts, How to find opportunities in your late ADHD diagnosis, Key questions to ask yourself as you process your new reality, Where to find the best resources for support and growth,If you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, this episode will help you make sense of your journey, find self-compassion, and move forward with clarity.🎧 Listen now and start making sense of your ADHD Reckoning!Resources for After the Show: The Reckoning: Reflecting on a (late) ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult Nigg, J. T., John, O. P., Blaskey, L. G., Huang-Pollock, C. L., Willcutt, E. G., Hinshaw, S. P., & Pennington, B. (2002). Big five dimensions and ADHD symptoms: links between personality traits and clinical symptoms. Journal of personality and social psychology, 83(2), 451–469. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.83.2.451 Take a Big 5 Personality test The OG: The ADHD Resource HubFind Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist |Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | XA 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 | — | ||||||
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| 1/13/25 |  E83:Neurobiology & Mental Health: Self-Compassion, Integration & Psychological Safety with Juliane Taylor Shore | What if understanding your brain could change the way you think about mental health, relationships, and self-compassion?Today on The Christina Crowe Podcast, we’re connecting the dots with my favorite teacher of neurobiology, Juliane Taylor Shore. Jules brings fascinating insights into how our brains shape our experiences—and how we can work with our minds instead of against them.🔬 In this episode, we explore: The differences between integrated vs. less integrated brain states, How self-compassion plays a crucial role in behaviour change & mental health, The impact of neurodiversity on processing emotions and experiences, Strategies to foster psychological safety in relationships.If you're curious about the intersection of neuroscience, mental health, and relationships, this conversation is packed with insights that will change how you see yourself and others.🎧 Listen now and start making sense of your mind!Resources for After the Show: Setting Boundaries that Stick: How Neurobiology Can Help You Rewire Your Brain to Feel Safe, Connected and Empowered by Juliane Taylor Shore, LMFT, The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, especially about ADHD and Emotions, and ADHD 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: @JulianetaylorshoreFind Christina (CRPO #3908): Website | Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram | TikTok | XA 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 | — | ||||||
| 1/6/25 |  E82: ADHD vs. Depression: Clarifying the Differences (Holiday Replay) | 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 | — | ||||||
| 12/30/24 |  E81: The Parenting Reckoning: Reflecting on Challenges and Growth (Holiday Replay) | 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 | — | ||||||
| 12/16/24 |  E79: Loving Someone with ADHD: A Conversation for their Supporters, with Sabrina Belo | Loving someone with ADHD can be beautiful, frustrating, exhausting, and deeply misunderstood. Today, we’re bringing you a love letter of sorts—to the compassionate, exhausted, anxious, angry, and relentless supporters in the ADHD community.Host Christina Crowe, psychotherapist, is joined by Sabrina Belo, a certified Conscious Parenting Method Coach and counsellor, for an honest conversation about the real challenges and strengths of ADHD relationships.💡 In this episode, we explore: What partners of ADHDers tend to have in common, How untreated ADHD impacts family dynamics & relationships, The biggest misconceptions about ADHD that create relationship struggles, How ADHDers & their partners can build a healthier, more connected relationship, Steps partners can take to improve communication and understanding.If you’re the partner of someone with ADHD—or you love someone who is—this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now for insights, validation, and real-world strategies for thriving in ADHD relationships.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 | XA 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 | — | ||||||
| 12/9/24 |  E78: Setting Boundaries During the Holidays: A Guide for ADHD Families | 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 Holidays by Kim Crossman 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 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 | — | ||||||
| 12/2/24 |  E77: Navigating ADHD Challenges in Neurodivergent Teams: Practical Approaches (Part 2) | 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: Read: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety, CADDAC’s detailed workplace accommodation chart from Manulife (nice to see!) How to help people with ADHD succeed in the workplace The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and our Work/Career article section. 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 | — | ||||||
| 11/25/24 |  E76: Leading Neurodivergent Teams: Strategies for Managing High-Performance Groups (Part 1) | What does it mean to be a neurodivergent business owner, leader, and health care provider? How can we create workplaces where neurodivergent minds thrive?In this solo episode, host Christina Crowe, psychotherapist, answers the big questions she often gets about neurodivergent leadership, workplace culture, and team dynamics.💡 In this episode, Christina covers: The connection between psychological safety and neurodivergent-affirming practices, Why neurodivergent-affirming care is a form of cultural competence—and why it matters, Best practices for leading and managing a team of adults with ADHD, How to cultivate your team’s strengths and create a thriving, inclusive workplace.If you're a business owner, leader, or just passionate about neurodivergent-affirming spaces, this episode is packed with insights and actionable strategies.🎧 Tune in now to learn how to lead with neurodivergence in mind!Resources for After the Show: Read: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety, What Is Psychological Safety? by Amy Gallo OAMHP course: Skill-Building for Therapists: Creating Neurodivergent Affirming Practices, Psychological Safety Is Not About Being Safe CMAJ: Harassment in the Field of Medicine: Cultural Barriers to Psychological Safety HBR: High-Performing Teams Need Psychological Safety: Here’s How to Create It The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub CADDAC: ADHD Workplace Accommodations ChartFind Christina (CRPO #3908): Website |Find a Therapist | Get Assessed by an NP in Ontario | Instagram |TikTok | XA 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 | — | ||||||
| 11/4/24 |  E74: Understanding Aphantasia: Navigating Invisible Barriers in Therapy with Carley Richards, RP | 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 therapist by Christina Crowe The Aphantasia Network The Vividness of Visual Imagery Questionnaire The Imagination Spectrum test The OG: 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 | — | ||||||
| 10/28/24 |  E73: ADHD and Generational Trauma: Pathways to Healing with Christina and Katie | 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: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: ADHD & Polyvagal Theory: Making sense of the link between ADHD and trauma. The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, esp. Family 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 | — | ||||||
| 10/21/24 |  E72: Beyond Academic Performance: Addressing ADHD Assessment Blind Spots with Tim Crowe | 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: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: Family life, parenting & solutions that work and ADHD: More than a Buzzword Neurodivergent-affirming classroom management: 3 perspective shifts for teachers The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and for Ontario, our Integrated Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-led Assessment and Treatment Clinic. CADDAC: Types of classroom accommodations (Ages 7-17) CADDAC: Post secondary classroom accommodations CADDAC: Understanding ADHD as a Disability in the Post-Secondary Environment How 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 | — | ||||||
| 10/14/24 |  E71: ADHD Medication’s Impact on Coaching, Therapy, and Stigma: A Discussion with Gina Pera | 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: The Dig Deeper School: ADHD Medication and psychoeducation for therapists (or other non-medical clinicians) Read: The Dig Deeper Blog The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, and learn more about the gold 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 | — | ||||||
| 10/7/24 |  E70: Exploring Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and Neurodivergent Life | Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, are talking about PDA - Pathological Demand Avoidance or more affirmingly known as Persistent Drive for Autonomy. Katie and I explore: What exactly might the role of internal sensory overwhelm be for folks with PDA and ADHD? What is the perception of social hierarchy and how does it impact neurodivergent people? What are the three A's of neurodivergent life, and how should we talk about this when we self-advocate, or advocate for our kids? Resources for After the Show: Parenting Tips for Emotion and Behaviour Regulation PDA vs Demand Avoidance (neurodivergentinsights.com) https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/| https://www.kristyforbes.com.au/ Cherish Graff (@audhd_therapist) Low-Demand Parenting: Dropping Demands, Restoring Calm, and Finding Connection with your Uniquely Wired Child Oppositional Defiance or Faulty Neuroception? - Mona Delahooke, Ph.D. - Pediatric Psychologist - California Pathological demand avoidance: What and who are being pathologised and in whose interests? - Allison Moore, 2020 (sagepub.com) Pathological demand avoidance syndrome: a necessary distinction within the pervasive developmental disorders - PubMed (nih.gov) The PANDA Approach from the PDA Society summarizes helpful approaches for PDA children and further explains many of these strategies. PDA-informed Psychologists in Ontario: WonderTree Child, Adolescent, and Family Practice 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 | — | ||||||
| 9/30/24 |  E69: High Achievers with Hidden Struggles: Navigating the Challenges of 2E Life | Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today we are talking about the complications of 2E life - such as having ADHD and being ‘gifted’. The relationship between giftedness and ADHD, the impact of ableism and learned helplessness, and the experiences of adults with ADHD and Autism. Katie and I talk about: The importance of deep listening and acceptance in relationships with Autistic folks, and shifting away from trying to change them, Understanding the overlap between giftedness and ADHD, How can we support kids with ADHD and giftedness in the school system? The impact of school systems on mental health, What is internalized ableism and how does it affect neurodivergent individuals? What are the implications of ‘potential’ and thriving vs. struggling in individuals with neurodiversity? Resources for After the Show: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety. The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, Cognitive characteristics of intellectually gifted children with a diagnosis of ADHD Permission to Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive, by Marc Brackett,Ph.D 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 | — | ||||||
| 9/23/24 |  E68 : The Truth Serum: Exposing Pseudoscience in Mental Health, with Dr. Jonathan Stea | I’m your host, Psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible. Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jonathan Stea from Calgary, Alberta, and we’re talking about his newly published book, Mind the Science: Saving your Mental Health from the Wellness Industry. Dr. Stea and I cover: What makes certain wellness practices "sticky" and why do people become rigid proponents of them? How can clinicians navigate the tension between cultural competency and evidence-based care in the wellness industry? How can clinicians balance patient preferences and values with scientific evidence and clinical judgment in their practice? What resources are important for psychotherapists to follow up on? About our Guest: Jonathan N. Stea, Ph.D., R. Psych., is a full-time practicing clinical psychologist and adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary. Clinically, he specializes in the assessment and treatment of concurrent addiction and mental disorders. He's a two-time winner of the University of Calgary's Award for Excellence in Clinical Supervision and co-editor of the book Investigating Clinical Psychology: Pseudoscience, Fringe Science, and Controversies. He was the 2022 recipient of the John G. Paterson Award from the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA), which is an annual award presented for the exceptional contribution to portraying psychological knowledge to the public. Find Dr. Stea: Website | X Resources for After the Show: Mind the Science: Saving your Mental Health from the Wellness Industry, by Jonathan Stea, PhD. Check out: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: A therapists rebuttal: Fighting medication stigma 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 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 | — | ||||||
| 9/16/24 |  E67: Internalized Ableism to AuDHD: The Role of Validation in Seeking Diagnosis | Today your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today we are talking about all things AuDHD, the acronym that is meant to indicate someone who is both Autistic and also has ADHD. Katie and I talk about: Ableism, and internalized ableism, The Squirrel Club in University, Should adults seek a formal Autism diagnosis? Myriad presentations of AuDHD (ADHD + Autism), The power of validation. Resources for After the Show: Read: The Dig Deeper Blog, especially: The Second Reckoning, by Katie Richardson Neurodivergent-Affirming Clinical Practices and Psychological Safety, by Christina Crowe AuDHD & camouflaging, by Eden Arefaine The OG: The ADHD Resource Hub, to learn more about accessing appropriate screening, assessment, diagnosis and treatment in Ontario. 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 | — | ||||||
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