Why you feel Caught, Cornered and Drowning in Shame.
ADHD feel caught, criticized, or “in trouble,” things escalate fast. What shows up next is deflecting, denying, twisting the truth, or shifting blame. To the people around them all of this feels like manipulation. And it hurts.
These behaviors damage trust, create anxiety, constant confusion, and leave partners and loved ones feeling pushed away. But here’s the truth: most of these behaviors aren’t about control or intent; they’re driven by panic, rejection sensitivity, and overwhelming shame.
This workshop breaks down why this happens and why it’s so hard to stop in the moment. You’ll learn how to respond without getting pulled into the chaos, set clear boundaries, and interrupt patterns that keep relationships stuck so that honesty, accountability, and connection actually become possible.
Joins Us for an Honest Look at What’s Really Going On and What Actually Helps
You will learn how to:
Understand why these behaviors happen
Set clear, healthy boundaries to keep yourself & others safe
Find practical tools to build trust and connection.
Whether you have ADHD, love someone who does, or work with it professionally, this workshop will give you the tools to break the cycle and create better more honest relationships
Why you feel Caught, Cornered and Drowning in Shame.
ADHD feel caught, criticized, or “in trouble,” things escalate fast. What shows up next is deflecting, denying, twisting the truth, or shifting blame. To the people around them all of this feels like manipulation. And it hurts.
These behaviors damage trust, create anxiety, constant confusion, and leave partners and loved ones feeling pushed away. But here’s the truth: most of these behaviors aren’t about control or intent; they’re driven by panic, rejection sensitivity, and overwhelming shame.
This workshop breaks down why this happens and why it’s so hard to stop in the moment. You’ll learn how to respond without getting pulled into the chaos, set clear boundaries, and interrupt patterns that keep relationships stuck so that honesty, accountability, and connection actually become possible.
Joins Us for an Honest Look at What’s Really Going On and What Actually Helps
You will learn how to:
Understand why these behaviors happen
Set clear, healthy boundaries to keep yourself & others safe
Find practical tools to build trust and connection.
Whether you have ADHD, love someone who does, or work with it professionally, this workshop will give you the tools to break the cycle and create better more honest relationships
Date: Saturday July 11, 2026 Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Sign In from 9:30 – 9:55 am. Workshop starts promptly at 10:00 am
Location: Lincoln Lodge 2024 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago - Street Parking
Cost: $55 pp includes 5 CEUs
Working Lunch: Bring brown bag lunch & beverage
Dress: Comfortably & in layers, space is cool Come Prepared: To engage and be engaged. This will make the workshop more fun & meaningful to you and everyone attending.
