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Is ADHD Affecting Your Life and Relationships?

ADHD is about much more than just having trouble staying focused. In reality, problems with concentration are only a small part of the story. ADHD also deeply affects your ability to regulate your emotions, manage your impulses, and deal with feelings of criticism or rejection.

For many people with ADHD, feelings can be incredibly intense. Sometimes, a reaction might feel much stronger than the situation calls for, or a small piece of feedback can feel deeply hurtful. It is important to remember that these reactions are not personality flaws. They are simply biological differences in how your brain processes the world around you.

Common Overlaps

It’s very common for ADHD to show up alongside other challenges. If you also struggle with any of the following, they may be stemming from unmanaged ADHD. Understanding how your brain works is the first step toward managing these challenges more effectively.

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Sensory sensitivities (like being bothered by certain sounds or lights)

  • OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)

  • Other types of neurodivergence (different ways the brain learns or processes info)

  • Substance abuse

  • Disordered eating

Individual Therapy for ADHD

Therapy for ADHD is about more than just managing obstacles—it’s about embracing what makes your brain unique. ADHD often comes with incredible gifts like creativity, original thinking, and the ability to solve problems in ways others might miss.

Living with ADHD has both practical and emotional sides. I’ll work with you on both by focusing on:

  • Executive Functioning: Together we can build systems for time management and organization that actually make sense for an ADHD brain, instead of trying to force you into a standard "one-size-fits-all" planner.

  • Practical Life Skills: We can find real-world tools to help you stay on track with your goals and handle daily transitions, finding ways to manage the "brain fog" or overwhelm that can make even simple tasks feel like a mountain.

  • Emotional Healing: This is often the most important part of the process. We’ll work on moving past the shame and self-criticism that can build up when you’ve struggled without knowing why. We’ll focus on unlearning the idea that you are "lazy" and replacing it with a real understanding of your neurobiology.

  • Improving Your Relationships: We’ll explore how ADHD affects your social life and personal connections. We’ll talk about and practice ways to communicate your needs clearly and manage your emotions before they lead to burnout or conflict.

You deserve to understand how your brain works and to feel confident. Together, we can help you turn your frustrations into a clearer path forward.

ADHD and Couples Therapy

Standard couples therapy often assumes both brains work the same way, but when ADHD is involved, "just communicating better" isn't enough. I can help you understand how ADHD affects your daily connection so you can stop the cycle of frustration and start working as a team.

Here is how ADHD-informed couples therapy is different:

  • Understanding the "Why": You’ll learn to see ADHD symptoms—like forgetfulness or impulsivity—as brain differences rather than a lack of caring or effort, and work on tools to help manage these.

  • Balancing Your Roles: We’ll work on breaking the "parent-child" dynamic where one partner feels they have to manage the other, helping you return to being equal partners.

  • Better Communication: I can teach you "ADHD-friendly" ways to talk and listen, ensuring you both feel heard and stay present during important conversations.

  • Shared Systems that Work: We can work on creating practical tools, like shared calendars or chore systems, that actually work for your unique brains to reduce daily stress.

  • Rebuilding Connection: We’ll work on healing past hurts and bringing back the fun and affection that brought you together in the first place.

You deserve a relationship where you both feel respected and supported. Together, we can build a partnership that plays to your strengths and handles ADHD with compassion.

Reach out

Contact me to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation.

Email: Britni@LudwigTherapy.com
Call or text: (773) 373-9855