ADHD and Motivation: 5 Stages of the Cycle (and How to Push Through)

The ADHD and motivation cycle: 5 stages from spark to real progress

By William Schroeder, LPC – Clinically reviewed by Teri Schroeder, LCSW Watching my nephew, who’s new to Austin, I’m reminded of an ever-present challenge that comes up for all of us with ADHD: staying focused and on track when motivation runs thin. Or, put simply, the challenge of ADHD and motivation. What is the Link […]

ADHD in Marriage: How the Gottman Method Can Help

ADHD in Marriage: How the Gottman Method Can Help

By William Schroeder, LPC, NCC – Clinically Reviewed and Approved by Teri Schroeder, LCSW When I think back on early cases with ADHD in marriage, immediately a couple comes to mind as the weight of their emotions in those early sessions still stays with me. I worked with a client who we will call Sarah. […]

Why Everything Is an Optimization Problem (Especially with ADHD)

Why Everything Is an Optimization Problem (Especially with ADHD)

by William Schroeder, LPC One thing I constantly think about when it comes to mastering ADHD task prioritization (and the resulting ADHD overwhelm) is the problem around how we choose what matters most. It’s an area where executive function can break down, and people can truly struggle to find their footing. Why You Can’t Optimize […]

Why ADHD Can Worsen After Having a Baby

Worsening ADHD Symptoms After Having a Baby

ADHD After Pregnancy: Why Symptoms Can Worsen for New Moms (+ What Helps) By William Schroeder, LPC Quick Summary: ADHD symptoms can worsen after pregnancy due to hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and the overwhelming demands of new parenthood. Many women are also diagnosed for the first time after giving birth. Understanding the signs, seeking support, […]

5 Tips for Navigating a Relationship with an ADHD Partner

5 Tips for Navigating a Relationship with an ADHD Partner

A Clinician, a Partner, and a Personal Reckoning I was recently, and profoundly, humbled—both as a clinician and a partner—by a personal experience. It’s moments like these that remind me why I love what I do. Let me back up. My husband and I have been together for 10 years and married for six. We […]