New Frontiers of Adult ADHD with James Ochoa (247)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults James Ochoa and co-host Sue Marriott explore the different subtypes of ADHD, and the impact on adults who are navigating a diagnosis later in life. As an ADHD expert, Ochoa shares insights on the emotional and mental stress that accompanies ADHD, as well as provides different techniques for managing symptoms. With an emphasis on the importance of self-care, communication, and personalized strategies, he provides resources and training for adults with ADHD, professionals who work with ADHD clients, and family members of individuals with ADHD. “…It feels like their attachment to themselves has always seemed off, and when they receive an accurate diagnosis then suddenly there's these lights that turn on…” – James Ochoa Time Stamps 02:05 Stumbling Upon an Adult ADHD Diagnosis 04:40 Understanding the Subtypes of ADHD 08:06 Resourcing and Self-Care for ADHD 10:04 Managing ADHD Symptoms: Breathing Exercises and Micro-Meditations 15:32 Interrupting Over-activation and Panic in ADHD 26:55 Managing ADHD: Strategies and Self-Care 31:17 Supporting Loved Ones with ADHD 35:37 Educating Professionals on ADHD 43:49 Resources and Training for ADHD About our Guest – James Ochoa For over thirty years, James Ochoa, LPC, has combined counseling, coaching, mentoring, and intuition to help adults with ADHD overcome challenges, pursue passions, and live meaningful lives. Most of his clients seek help beyond ADHD organization and time-management strategies. As valuable as those skills can be, James’ key concepts involve working with his clients’ imagination, life history and inner resources. His insight-and-action-based counseling style has helped clients from all walks of life, including executives, indie film producers, college students, religious leaders and beyond. He welcomes individuals, couples, and family members, whether from Austin, Texas, or points beyond. James is also working on his second book, When the Shiny Wears Off, Navigating the Lifetime Storms of Adult ADHD, which focuses on how to handle the chronic stress of ADHD that never completely stops wreaking havoc. The book will offer ample strategies to help mitigate the impact this disruption has on relationships, career, self-care, and mental health.