Thursday, December 16, 2010
In my years of real-life experience in learning to manage and overcome Adult ADD, one of the steps that has proven to be beneficial is looking at myself in the mirror, figuratively speaking. I don't need to look in the mirror literally, I see enough literal reminders every morning after my shower of ...
wow, I have been taking that long hard look at myself for almost 2 years except I don't have any positive feedback to help with all of the negative and nonsupportive comments made about me in general. I have had symptoms of every "category" of adult ADHD all of my life except now they are as bad as I have conciensiously(?) experienced ever. I think the problem is I can't find resources within 250 miles to help me. The online thing is okay but let's face it, I have a hard time remembering that I even visited and entered a response most of the time.
Yes, the availability of local resources are hard to find even in big cities. Might I suggest working with an ADD/ADHD Coach as a starting point? They work via phone and I am thrilled with mine. Pete Quily is his name and you can contact him through his site www.addcoach4u.com.
Hi Tommie,
I support Jeff's response and will just add some more to think about:
I always think it is important to interview at least 3 coaches to compare their knowledge and understanding of ADHD and to get a sense and feel of the coach's style and philosophy.
It is very important for an ADHD coach to have been well-trained and understand how to integrate their coaching skills with an understanding of how the process will empower you to move forward in important areas of your life. This also means you want to be connected to the coach-- not feel judged but also be encouraged to take action that will provide you with clues about what works and doesn't.
It is also important for a coach to support you in getting very clear how your ADHD truly shows up and where it prevents you from accessing your strengths so you can move forward. Another site for well trained ADHD coaches by specialty with their contact information is: http://addca.ehclients.com/index.php/site/Coach-List/
Also, just so you know, most ADHD coaching is conducted on the phone and is very effective
I hope this information helps.
David