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Dr. Claire Sira & Tom Hudock: Feeling Loved With Adult ADHD
Manage episode 505167135 series 2849795
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In this episode, Dr. Claire Sira and Tom Hudock join me to discuss their new book Feeling Loved with Adult ADHD. We explore how ADHD can quietly undermine even the strongest relationships—and how partners can move from shame and blame to empathy and trust.
Together we cover:
- Emotion dysregulation and its impact on intimacy
- ADHD as a “third partner” in relationships
- Moving from criticism to curiosity
- The “Trust Account” metaphor for building connection
- Navigating over-functioning vs. under-functioning roles
- Shame spirals, defensiveness, and timing in conflict
- Practical tools like boundaries, and empathy skills
- How worksheets and reflective exercises support real change
- Signs of hope for couples who feel stuck or disconnected
If you’re living with ADHD, partnered with someone who is, or working clinically with these dynamics, this conversation offers both compassion and practical strategies.
Dr. Claire Sira earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology (Neuropsychology) from UVic in 2007 and has worked in both hospital and private practice settings. She co-founded ADHD For Life, where she developed an efficient ADHD assessment process, and offers books, coaching, and training for adults and clinicians. A frequent presenter and consultant, she also serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Psychological Association.
👉 drclairesira.ca
Tom Hudock is an entrepreneur, coach, and co-founder of ADHD For Life and Hyperfocus Software. With a career spanning tech startups, business consulting, and non-profits, he has launched initiatives from Canada’s early point-of-sale software to youth innovation programs and inquiry-based education. He is passionate about mentoring and elevating people with forward-thinking ideas.
👉 https://adhdforlife.com/about-us
162 episodes
Dr. Claire Sira & Tom Hudock: Feeling Loved With Adult ADHD
Thoughts on Record: Podcast of the Ottawa Institute of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Manage episode 505167135 series 2849795
Comments or feedback? Send us a text!
In this episode, Dr. Claire Sira and Tom Hudock join me to discuss their new book Feeling Loved with Adult ADHD. We explore how ADHD can quietly undermine even the strongest relationships—and how partners can move from shame and blame to empathy and trust.
Together we cover:
- Emotion dysregulation and its impact on intimacy
- ADHD as a “third partner” in relationships
- Moving from criticism to curiosity
- The “Trust Account” metaphor for building connection
- Navigating over-functioning vs. under-functioning roles
- Shame spirals, defensiveness, and timing in conflict
- Practical tools like boundaries, and empathy skills
- How worksheets and reflective exercises support real change
- Signs of hope for couples who feel stuck or disconnected
If you’re living with ADHD, partnered with someone who is, or working clinically with these dynamics, this conversation offers both compassion and practical strategies.
Dr. Claire Sira earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology (Neuropsychology) from UVic in 2007 and has worked in both hospital and private practice settings. She co-founded ADHD For Life, where she developed an efficient ADHD assessment process, and offers books, coaching, and training for adults and clinicians. A frequent presenter and consultant, she also serves on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Psychological Association.
👉 drclairesira.ca
Tom Hudock is an entrepreneur, coach, and co-founder of ADHD For Life and Hyperfocus Software. With a career spanning tech startups, business consulting, and non-profits, he has launched initiatives from Canada’s early point-of-sale software to youth innovation programs and inquiry-based education. He is passionate about mentoring and elevating people with forward-thinking ideas.
👉 https://adhdforlife.com/about-us
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