The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLE

Certified Financial Planner Julia Chung joins host and psychotherapist Christina Crowe , to break down why traditional budgeting advice fails ADHD brains and what actually works. They explore systems that reduce overwhelm, the emotional beliefs that shape money decisions, and how to build financial stability without shame. A clear, grounded conversation for anyone who wants money to feel less chao...

When ADHD goes undiagnosed, the line between coping and addiction can blur fast. In this candid conversation, Christina and her guest, psychotherapist Kathleen Killen , both therapists, explore how late ADHD diagnosis can reshape the story of substance use, recovery, and self-understanding. Together, they unpack the grief of missed years, the fear of taking stimulants in sobriety, and the ongoing...

Compassion fatigue and prolonged isolation have left us caring alone. Join Psychotherapist Christina Crowe for a brief exploration of how to rebuild collaboration and co-regulation in our post-isolation culture. Resources for After the Show : ​ Clinical Supervision and Consultation. ​Real life advice from our team of ADHD therapists on ⁠ The Dig Deeper Blog⁠ . Find Christina (CRPO #3908 ): Website...

In this Hot Take , psychotherapist and group practice owner Christina Crowe, RP , shares an unfiltered look at why running a group practice is not just “more therapy” but an entirely new career path in entrepreneurship and leadership . Drawing from a decade of experience building a successful Ontario group practice, Christina breaks down the training gaps, financial strains, leadership struggles,...

How do we make an impact without falling into the trap of co-opting ideas or voices that aren’t our own? In this short hot-take episode, Christina Crowe, RP , reflects on the importance of authenticity, attribution, and integrity in the mental health field and beyond. Drawing on years of professional and lived experience, she challenges us to slow down, acknowledge those who came before us, and re...

What if slowing down was the key to better mental health, not a sign of falling behind? In this milestone 100th episode, Christina Crowe, RP, is joined by psychotherapist Katie Richardson to unpack one of the biggest challenges for adults with ADHD, learning how to pace life sustainably. Together, we explore why rest is not laziness , how to balance ambition with wellbeing, and why “rise and grind...

ADHD doesn’t end with a prescription, and living well with ADHD means learning to play the long game. In this episode, psychotherapist Christina Crowe breaks down why ADHD treatment is never a one-time fix and what real, lifelong care looks like. You’ll hear: Why ADHD is a lifelong condition, not something you “grow out of.” How treatment needs shift from childhood to adulthood and beyond, The lim...

Today your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe is talking to Certified Financial Planner Jeff Chapman ,  from G.E. Chapman Financial Services Inc. in Burlington, Ontario.  In this episode, we explore the complex connection between mental health, money mindsets, and everyday life skills. From how ADHD and time-blindness impact financial habits, to the invisible and visible money lessons kids abso...

Ever felt trapped in a conflict that seems impossible to resolve? In this episode, I sit down with Bill Eddy , a world-renowned expert on high-conflict personalities, to explore why some disputes spiral and what you can do about it. Bill introduces his proven BIFF response method (Brief, Informative, Friendly, Firm) and shares practical strategies for handling intense situations in relationships,...

Today I’m talking to Jessica Batres , a trilingual therapist based in Ontario, about the unique experiences of first generation Canadians, our mental health and our evolving cultural identity.  Brief Summary: Many first-generation Canadians feel the invisible weight of living between two cultures — pulled between the sacrifices of the generation before them and the pressure to succeed in the one t...

Today I’m joined by Permission to Be group co-creators Sabrina Belo and Connie Marasco , to talk about what it’s like to be stuck with ourselves …  knowing something in your relationships or life needs to change, but not knowing how to make it happen, or feeling discouraged after past attempts have failed. We explore how the contemplation stage of change can be a powerful place to begin when suppo...

In this heartfelt episode, psychotherapist Christina Crowe speaks with advocate and parent Liana Cancian about the emotional and practical realities of raising a medically complex child. Liana shares her journey navigating her daughter’s rare seizure disorder, the challenges of accessing care and resources, and how community support and emotional resilience have shaped their family’s story. From c...

What if behaviour analysis didn’t have to be a source of trauma for Autistic people? In this episode, Christina Crowe and co-host Katie Richardson speak with Kerry-Anne Robinson , Executive Director of the Progressive Life Centre in Ajax, Ontario. Kerry-Anne shares her powerful journey from traditional behaviour therapy to building a groundbreaking neurodiversity-affirming centre designed to celeb...

What if everything you believed about “helping” your neurodivergent loved one needs a second look? This episode invites parents, caregivers, and extended family members to explore how internalized ableism may be unconsciously shaping their responses to neurodiversity. With compassion and evidence-based insights, I’m inviting listeners to take a beat for curiosity, in hopes of opening a pathway to...

Sheena and Christina explore  the complexities of diagnosing and treating ADHD, emphasizing the critical need for thorough assessments to uncover underlying issues. Sheena shared her experience of receiving a late ADHD diagnosis as a therapist , as well as highlighted the societal pressures and ableism she sees her clients continuing to face. The importance of pacing self-discovery and the gradual...

Today I’m talking to psychotherapist Mona Virk, from Caledon, Ontario, about Brown Girl Mental Health . Mona leads us through her own experiences and why now as a psychotherapist, she is dedicated to stating conversations that matter within in the South Asian community, about mental health.  We talk about: What are the cultural stigmas and barriers to seeking help in the South Asian community? Wha...

Long wait times. Limited access. A mental health system struggling to keep up. But what if there was another way? In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of Dig A Little Deeper’s Nurse Practitioner-led mental health clinic , an innovative model that’s bridging gaps in Ontario’s healthcare system. Our lead NP joins me to share the origin story —how we built this clinic, the challenges we fac...

Many adults with ADHD go undiagnosed for decades , often dismissed or misdiagnosed along the way. But what happens when they finally get the right diagnosis? Today, we sit down with Dr. Betty Tang from Vancouver Coastal Health’s Remote Coastal Psychiatric Clinic to discuss the challenges of identifying ADHD in adults —especially in women —and the critical gaps in mental health training that contri...

The cracks in our healthcare systems are more visible than ever—but how did we get here, and more importantly, how do we fix them? Today, your hosts, psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson , sit down with Dr. Robert C. Smith to tackle the big questions shaping the future of mental health care . Together, we explore: How mental health training differs between the U.S. and Canada—what...

ADHD in women has been overlooked for far too long—but new research is changing the conversation. Today, we sit down with Dr. Dora Wynchank from PsyQ in The Hague to explore groundbreaking findings on how ADHD evolves across a woman’s lifespan—especially during perimenopause and menopause . In this episode, we discuss: Why flexible psychostimulant dosing is crucial for women with ADHD, The importa...

Group therapy: mysterious, powerful, and sometimes a little intimidating. But what really happens in those sessions? Today, your hosts, psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson , sit down with Jared Dalton from Blueprint Counselling in London, ON , to pull back the curtain on group therapy —its benefits, misconceptions, and who it’s best suited for. 🔍 In this episode, we explore: The...

A late-in-life ADHD diagnosis can feel like a bombshell—bringing clarity, grief, and a flood of emotions. But what happens after the diagnosis? In this solo episode , host Christina Crowe, psychotherapist , dives deep into something she talks about all the time , but has never dedicated a full episode to before: The Reckoning. In this episode, Christina unpacks: The three distinct phases of "...

What if understanding your brain could change the way you think about mental health, relationships, and self-compassion? Today on The Christina Crowe Podcast , we’re connecting the dots with my favorite teacher of neurobiology, Juliane Taylor Shore . Jules brings fascinating insights into how our brains shape our experiences—and how we can work with our minds instead of against them. 🔬 In this ep...

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible.   Today I’m sharing a re-play that covers content that comes up over and over again in therapy sessions. In today’s episode, I'm breaking down the nuances between the coexistence of ADHD and Depression . I’ll share with you why they might coexist, how to tell them apart, and what to do about it. Resources f...

I’m your host, psychotherapist Christina Crowe, and I love making invisible things visible.   Today I’m sharing a re-play to cover us over the winter break, that covers content that comes up over and over again in therapy sessions. Today, listen in as Certified Conscious Parenting Method Coach Sabrina Belo , walks us through exactly what ‘Conscious Parenting’ is, and why it's a great fit for ADHD...