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I help adults with ADHD seeking evidence-based practical support to manage emotions, procrastination, time + daily life challenges

14/04/2026

Hi everyone, it’s me - Elaine 👋🏼. With a few new faces on here I thought I’d share a bit more about myself..

For years, I’ve worked with adults living with ADHD who are intelligent, capable, and trying incredibly hard… yet still feel overwhelmed, inconsistent, and stuck.

They’re not lazy, and they’re not lacking motivation. They’ve just never been shown how to work with how their brain actually functions.

That’s what led me to focus on adult ADHD. Not just understanding it, but helping people build practical systems that actually work in real life.

Because when you understand your patterns and have the right tools, things start to shift. Life feels more manageable, and you start to feel more in control.

This is why I do what I do.

You’re not the problem. You’ve just never been shown what works for you.

Follow me if this resonates with you and you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start building a way of life that works for you. I might not pop up on your feed again, and this could be the level of support you’ve been needing.

13/04/2026

NEW BLOG POST 📣📣📣 (link in bio 👆🏽)

Discover a curated selection of evidence-based books and podcasts designed to deepen your understanding of ADHD and enhance the practical skills learned in structured CBT programmes. These supplemental resources are most effective when they provide the “why” of ADHD, while a structured, self-paced system like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) provides the “how” for lasting change. This approach helps you move beyond simply knowing what to do and empowers you to actually do it, building systems that work with your unique brain.

Key Takeaways
Psychoeducation is Key
Understanding the neuroscience behind ADHD helps reduce shame and improves emotional regulation by validating your lived experience.

Vet Your Sources
Prioritise resources from qualified clinicians that align with evidence-based frameworks like CBT to avoid misinformation.

Match Resources to Your Needs
Select books and podcasts that address your specific challenges, whether it’s executive functioning, emotional regulation, or reframing your ADHD identity.

Integrate Learning with Action
Use supplemental resources to reinforce concepts from structured programmes. The goal is to move from passive consumption to active application of strategies.

Systems Over Motivation
Lasting change comes from building reliable systems, not from waiting for motivation. These resources can help you understand your brain, so you can build systems that support it.

Table of Contents
• Beyond the Therapy Room: Why Supplemental Learning is Vital for ADHD Progress

• Selecting Evidence-Based Resources: How to Filter the ADHD Information Overload

• The Essential ADHD Bookshelf: Deep Dives into Executive Function and Emotional Regulation

• Audio Empowerment: Top Podcasts for ADHD Insight and Community Connection

• Combining Resources with Structured CBT: Moving from Insight to Action

• Frequently Asked Questions

• References

12/04/2026

NEW BLOG ARTICLE 📣

Managing the daily demands of life with adult ADHD can feel like a constant battle against procrastination, overwhelm, and emotional reactivity. If you have tried countless productivity hacks and tips only to find they do not stick, you are not alone. This guide moves beyond temporary fixes to introduce ten essential, evidence-based adult ADHD coping strategies grounded in a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework. You will learn how to build sustainable systems that work with your unique brain wiring, empowering you to not only know what to do but to actually do it consistently.

Key Takeaways
•Effective ADHD management relies on structured, evidence-based systems, not random “hacks” that often increase frustration.

•Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) provides a robust framework for targeting the core challenges of adult ADHD, including executive dysfunction and emotional dysregulation.

•Strategies should focus on externalising executive functions like time management and organisation through visual cues, dedicated tools, and consistent routines.

•Emotional regulation is a key skill that can be developed through techniques like cognitive reframing, mindfulness, and identifying personal triggers.

•Sustainable change comes from building a personalised toolkit of strategies across life domains, which is best achieved through a structured, self-paced programme.

Link for blog in bio 👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽

08/04/2026

NEW BLOG POST
For adults with ADHD, the gap between knowing what you need to do and actually doing it can feel vast and frustrating. While motivation can be fleeting, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers a structured, evidence-based approach to bridge that gap. This guide explores the best CBT techniques for ADHD, providing practical strategies to build systems that work with your brain. Instead of relying on willpower, you will learn how to create external scaffolding and internal resilience, helping you manage executive functioning, regulate emotions, and gain control over your daily life.

Key Takeaways
CBT is a System, Not a Cure
CBT for ADHD focuses on building practical skills and systems to manage symptoms, rather than trying to “fix” the ADHD brain.

Executive Functioning is Key
Techniques like ‘Chunking’ and ‘Externalising Information’ directly target core ADHD challenges like task initiation and working memory.

Emotional Regulation is a Skill
CBT provides tools like ‘Cognitive Restructuring’ to manage the intense emotions and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) often associated with ADHD.

Self-Paced Learning Works
Structured online programmes offer a flexible and accessible way to learn and implement CBT techniques without the pressure of weekly appointments.

Table of Contents
• Understanding Why Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Works for Adult ADHD
• Essential CBT Techniques for Improving Executive Functioning
• Managing Emotional Regulation and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
• Practical CBT Strategies for Time Management and Focus
• Implementing These Techniques via Structured Online Programmes

Link to blog post in bio up 🔝 🤍

07/04/2026

World Health Day 2026: Standing with science for mental health

On World Health Day, the European Federation of Psychologists’ Associations (EFPA) joins the World Health Organization’s call to action under this year’s theme: “Together for health. Stand with science.”

📍 Mental health must be part of the scientific foundation shaping health policy and practice across Europe.

📍 Psychological research continues to provide strong evidence on how to support and prevent mental health difficulties and promote wellbeing across the lifespan.

⛓️‍💥 Yet access to these evidence-based approaches is still uneven, and public trust in science is increasingly challenged.

📣 EFPA calls on policymakers, professionals and communities across Europe to recognise as an essential part of overall health and to ensure that the approach taken is built upon evidence-based psychological science.

26/03/2026

Red dye 40 effects ADHD in children and adults. Learn which foods to avoid and see a real SPECT scan of a child's brain after exposure to red dye 40.

21/03/2026

Living with ADHD as an adult can be overwhelming. Between managing responsibilities at work, navigating relationships, and dealing with everyday tasks that often seem to pile up, finding time for self-care can feel near impossible. It’s easy to dismiss self-care as a luxury, especially when ADHD symptoms interfere with time management, emotional regulation, and maintaining routines. However, self-care is an essential part of managing ADHD symptoms. It not only supports mental health but also enhances emotional stability and physical well-being (Brown, 2013). For adults with ADHD, taking time to care for yourself is not just about relaxation, it’s about investing in your long-term health and focus.

In this article, I explore the top 20 self-care strategies tailored for adults with ADHD, why they can be challenging to implement, and how to overcome these hurdles to improve your daily life.

If you’re an adult with ADHD and this hits home, I’ve covered it step by step over on my blog. Link in bio 👆🏽👆🏽👆🏽 and also on:

https://www.collinspsychology.com/blog/20-self-care-strategies-for-adults-with-adhd-embrace-your-self-care-and-well-being

17/03/2026

To friends, family and followers at home and abroad, Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit 🇮🇪💚🍀

16/03/2026

Understanding Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder can change the way you see yourself. What once felt like laziness, failure, or “not trying hard enough” is often just an ADHD brain working differently. When you learn how ADHD truly works, years of self-criticism can turn into self-awareness, self-compassion, and growth.

If you’ve spent years blaming yourself, remember: you were never broken you just needed understanding. Learning about ADHD isn’t just knowledge, it’s the first step toward self-acceptance and healing.

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https://www.collinspsychology.com/cbt-for-adult-adhd

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