Name
Helping Clients Thrive at the Intersection of ADHD & Addiction
Description
As coaches with lived experiences at the intersection of ADHD and addiction, we offer informed and compassionate solutions designed for the individual client. A key neurobiological factor involved in both ADHD and addiction is low dopamine activity in certain brain regions responsible for attention and impulse control. Substance abuse and addictive behaviors provide a firehose release of dopamine, leading to a surge in the brain’s reward pathways that can reinforce drug-seeking behavior and lead to relapses. As coaches, we can provide tools for early recovery and relapse prevention support. Executive functions, such as decision-making, planning, inhibition, and self-control, are also impaired in both ADHD and addiction. To address this we work with clients to create trackable results that allow them to see progress and feel in control of their recovery path. A better understanding of functional differences in neurochemicals such as dopamine, cortisol, adrenalin, and serotonin can also help individuals navigate recovery at the intersection.
Mike Starkey Amber Harper
Track
ADHD Coaches & Professional Organizers
Date & Time
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM