In this episode, Jackie and Marcus explore hopes and dreams. They talk about the importance of dreaming and letting the brain “off its leash,” the importance of letting others dream, and ideas for Season 2 of ADHD Avenue!Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus discuss perfectionism and how it can show up with ADHD. They cover their own experiences with perfectionism, the reality of consistency, shame, and why streaming Oppenheimer may be a better option than watching in a movie theater. Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus explore anxiety as it shows up as waiting for the other shoe to drop. They try to uncover some deeper origins of where this anxiety may come from for ADHDers, share thoughts on how to reframe this form of anxiety, and become curious about the origin of the phrase.Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.    The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus dive deeper into anger as it relates to ADHD. They try to offer some suggestions for managing anger, with the caveat that everyone has different needs and responds differently to strategies. Marcus also works to convince everyone that he could be a surgeon... in very specific circumstances!Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus talk about the emotional experience of ADHD, and the particular experience of anger. They normalize and validate the experience of anger, explore implications of society on anger, and start to identify some processes to identify and release anger. And as always, they go down a few ADHD alleyways unrelated to any topic at all!Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus dive deeper into what happens after receiving an ADHD diagnosis. They talk about practical steps for support, emotional responses after a diagnosis, differing reactions, and how hand gestures (don’t) show up in podcasting.Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus explore structure and routine. Why is structure important? Why are routines helpful? How do you actually implement them into your life? What’s the best pie in the history of the world? Listen to find out!Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus talk about skills. They dive deeper into the importance of developing skills, scaffolding skill-building, some particular skills that may work with ADHD, and grocery items such as a carton of eggs, a jar of milk, and a stick of butter.Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus talk about the importance of recognizing and owning your ADHD/your partner recognizing and owning their ADHD. They explore how damaging denial can be, the risks of ADHD, how to make changes with understanding and acceptance, why it matters to be socially aware, and what Jackie’s top three favorite animals are.Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus talk about some of the challenges within ADHD relationships. They explore relationship dynamics, the two Cs (control and compassion) in ADHD relationships, and eyeglasses. Hop in for the ride!Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus talk about a common ADHD experience - over-committing! They dive into a recent example of over-committing and dealing with consequences, why we over-commit, how it can impact relationships with loved ones, and how gross a seaweed rake can be.Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD. The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus talk about the interaction between ADHD and anxiety as well as ADHD and depression. They reflect on how anxiety stemming from ADHD shows up in relationships and within household division of labor.Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus go through some of the more technical aspects of ADHD - neurochemicals in the brain and brain regions/systems. They break down the differences between the default mode network and the task positive network, and describe how to activate focus in your brain. Plus, Marcus describes in disturbing detail his experience eating (and enjoying) oysters. On second thought, maybe skip that part…Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

In this episode, Jackie and Marcus lay out and explore the symptoms/traits of ADHD. What are diagnostic criteria of ADHD? What are common traits of ADHD in adults? What are the challenges with identifying symptoms? Why is Marcus talking about a pilot of a sailboat? Guess you’ll have to listen to find out!Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.  The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a mental health professional or healthcare professional for questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)

Welcome to ADHD Avenue! Where we walk, run, skip, dance, whatever down the path of having ADHD... and let's be honest, sometimes veer way off course. In this episode, Jackie and Marcus share their stories of getting diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood and the impact it had on their lives. They also go on about a foliage situation in the office for a slight detour, and miraculously find their way back to the topic at hand. Jackie Morrison is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Minnesota, and Marcus Manning is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. They use their clinical knowledge as well as personal, lived experience to share informative and, hopefully, humorous thoughts on ADHD.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.The information contained in these episodes is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice, and it is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek help from a professional mental health professional or healthcare professional for personal questions and concerns.Check out www.adhdavenue.com for more information and access to the ADHD Avenue Online Course.Follow us on Instagram @ADHD_AvenueIntro Music by Alex Schneider - @schnalex (https://alexschneider.bandcamp.com/album/blue-yesterdays)