How to Manage ADHD at Work: 7 Proven Strategies That Can Support Your Professional SuccessA 42-year-old executive in New York City came to see me several months after being promoted to lead a large division of a global healthcare company. She was now managing more than 150 employees, traveling regularly for work, and trying to stay engaged with … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Adult ADHD Treatment
Looking for an Adult ADHD Psychiatrist in NYC or NJ? Here’s What to Expect From an Evaluation and Treatment If you're an adult in New York or New Jersey looking for an experienced ADHD psychiatrist, you're not alone. Many professionals seek support from an adult ADHD psychiatrist in New York to … [Read more...]
Even Top Performers and Pro Athletes Struggle with Negative Thoughts—Here’s How to Take Control
7 Proven Strategies to Overcome Negative Thoughts and Maximize Your Performance Negative thoughts can be subtle but powerful disruptors of leadership, performance, athletic performance and decision-making. Even among the most successful professionals, they often take the form of quiet doubts, harsh self-criticism, or a sense of impending failure. … [Read more...]
Brain Fog or ADHD? Understanding the Causes and Treatments*
When ADHD Isn’t the Answer: A Case Study Lisa**, a 57-year-old marketing executive, sat in my office convinced she had adult ADHD. Over the past nine years, she had noticed a slow but steady decline in her ability to focus. Emails that once took minutes to write now felt like a struggle. She frequently lost her train of thought mid-conversation … [Read more...]
The Surprising Therapy That Helps You Break Free from Toxic Work Patterns
Schema therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals recognize and change deeply ingrained patterns of thinking, feeling, and behavior that were shaped early in life. These patterns, known as schemas, influence how people perceive themselves, others, and the world around them. In the workplace, these unconscious beliefs can affect … [Read more...]
How to Master ADHD and Achieve the Career Success You Deserve
Five Simple Ways to Achieve Your Goals and Thrive with ADHD Many people with Adult ADHD have difficulty accomplishing some of their most valued goals. They struggle with:Prioritizing Problem-solving Time management Follow-throughThese challenges lead to frustration, demoralization, and anxiety. Fortunately, proven strategies can help … [Read more...]
Navigating Adult ADHD Treatment with Dr. Scott Shapiro – New York ADHD Center
Navigating Adult ADHD Treatment with Dr. Scott Shapiro Podcast #75 — Doorknob Comments In Episode 75 of Doorknob Comments, psychiatrists Dr. Grant Brenner and Dr. Fara White interview Dr. Scott Shapiro, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist known for his work with adults with ADHD. The episode explores how ADHD continues into adulthood and how treatment … [Read more...]
Confronting Shame: Schema Therapy Techniques for ADHD Adults
Carlos*, a 35-year-old married man working in the healthcare field, has been grappling with symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for most of his life without a formal diagnosis. Despite his intelligence and potential, he consistently falls short of his expectations in both his career and personal life. Feeling … [Read more...]
What is Schema Therapy & How Will it Benefit You?
Feeling Stuck, Self-Critical, or Disconnected? Schema Therapy Can Help You Heal, Grow, and Thrive Have you ever wondered why the same frustrating patterns keep repeating in your life? Maybe you constantly push yourself but never feel like you’re doing enough. Maybe you keep choosing emotionally unavailable partners, avoid conflict … [Read more...]
ADHD Treatment- Why Are We Missing the Diagnosis? Adult ADHD Medications + Adult ADHD Diagnosis + Adult ADHD Treatment
I sometimes wonder if the fear of diagnosing adult ADHD would exist if treatment didn't involve stimulants.Many people question the legitimacy of adult ADHD as a diagnosis. Some clinicians believe it is over diagnosed and that stimulants are overprescribed. Psychiatrists often worry about being labeled as doctors who “overprescribe.” While … [Read more...]