Homeopathy, Coaching with Occupational Therapy, Applied Kinesiology and Embodiment; a holistic approach for ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neuro-developmental condition characterised by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulssivity. My preferred reference to describe ADHD is to use the term ‘neurodivergent’ as this allows more individuality and inclusivity.

Whether with diagnosis or not, many of my clients have ADHD traits. This can impact their experience of self, environment such as sensitivities to noise and light, time management, as well as their function: organisation, multitasking, starting things and not finishing them, that impacts a sense of achievement and productivity as well as income!

Challenges around rules, structure .. pose a challenge in workplace, self discipline particular hard for lone, working from home workers.

How I can help you

Using various approaches that meet you just where you are and take you to your desired level of being, we will create a balance where sense of self and how you relay to your environment become easier. Here is an example of what we may be adopting along the way:

Mindset

we may need to tweak beliefs, language, set helpful boundaries and create a pace that supports you rather than deplete you.

Homeopathy

Homeopathic remedies bring about balance and healing - on physical, emotional, mental and energetic level. We can use them to help with balancing hormones, anxiety, healing physical, emotional or ancestral trauma, improve sleep, help with challenging emotions such as overwhelm, too great a sense of responsibility, perfectionism, poor boundaries, conflict avoidance, people pleasing and so much more.

Here are some remedies (in no particular order) that i have used with my clients, with their keynote characteristics:

1. Argentum nitricum The needing this remedy feels intensely and has many fears: social anxiety, ‘performance anxiety’, losing control, heights. As such we can use it in situation like exams of travelling: ‘fear of flying’. Nervous system respond to this fear shows in digestive issues, particularly bloating, gas and diarrhoea as well and speech, expression difficulties.

2. Cabbage White Butterfly (Pieris Brassica)Feels abandoned, great attachment to family, misunderstood, difficult concentration, rush of thoughts, boredom, desire to play, talkative, needs to talk to someone, desire for gambling

3. Salmon,

4. Lilium tigrinum: the sensation of lilies family is holding on vs forced out/excluded. starts lots of things finishes none. They are bold and outgoing, but face the fear of not being accepted and as such easily neglected. The compensation is to try and be attractive (sexually) or boast in order to be included in a group. Lil tig tarts lots of things finishes none.

5. Calc phos: desire for travel (phos) and stimulation is met with hesitation (calc wants stability of the home); get bored easily which makes it hard to stick with one activity for long and subsequently things don’t get finished. May struggle with focus and feel overwhelmed with mental tasks.

6. Phosphorous: happy, excitable and open and as such issues around boundaries come up. This includes physical sensitivities to their surroundings, as well as other people’s emotions. They seek meaningful (but fleeting) connection with friends which may make them turn away from home and family. Just like the spark of the match (they use phosphorous to make them) high energy that is quickly used up and the person may need napping. Impulsiveness. prone to distraction. These children may be imaginative and creative but have difficulty focusing on tasks for extended periods. Phosphorus is often helpful for children who are sociable, but may become easily overwhelmed in busy environments.

7. Tarentula

   One of the best-known homeopathic remedies for hyperactive presentations is Tarentula. This remedy is often prescribed for those who exhibit extreme restlessness, fidgeting, and impulsivity. Children who need this remedy tend to be very active, even to the point of being unable to sit still, and they may have difficulty concentrating. Tarentula is an excellent choice for those with ADHD who display emotional intensity and a strong desire for excitement and activity.

8. Hyoscyamus Niger

   Person needing tis remedy is hyperactive and impulsive. They may interrupt conversations, behave inappropriately, and show attention-seeking behaviour which may be of sexual nature. They may also be mischievous, overactive, and sometimes jealous.

9. Kali Bromatum

   is particularly useful for those who experience symptoms such as impulsiveness, emotional instability, and anxiety. One may have difficulty focusing and may be prone to fits of anger or frustration. There is tendency to daydream or a lack of motivation.

10. Rhus tox

    is a number 1 remedy for restlessness. There may be musculoskeletal issues accompanying the ADHD where the joint are stiff on waking or after rest, but better for moving. On a mental level this is remedy we’d consider for those who have been traumatised by an alcoholic parent or spouse.

11. Pulsatilla

    This remedy is great for those who are indecisive and changeable in their likes and dislikes as well as symptoms (pain moves from one part to another). They feel safe if they know that they are 'loved’. This may give rise to separation anxiety or codependent issues. Pulsatilla is also a big hormonal remedy in women relating period complaints, mood issues (PMS).

12. Thuja is a great remedy for addiction to social media and video games. Its ‘sycotic’ nature makes them ‘hide’ things and will do so secretively which we know makes the addiction ‘sweeter’. The hiding can also relate to hiding their true appearance with make up, hair, clothes, cosmetic surgery for they can ‘feel ugly’. They sacrifice their own expression in order to fit in which makes them sweet, people pleasing and overly sensitive to the needs of others. We come to this remedy when we work on self identity, boundaries , body perception disorders or when one ‘not well since’ a vaccination.

13. Selenium

    Person needing this is very capable but they will have issue with demand avoidance that can come across as laziness. This in fact is their way of managing their limited resources, they feel weak, mentally and physically exhausted, there may be sexual debility.

14. Sulphur

    Is theorising and expansive ideas but lack of attention to appearance. We see procrastination due to lack of energy that accompanying confidence can make it look like arrogance or laziness. Dislike washing or bathing. Not concerned about appearance.

15. Capsicum

    Very metal element remedy with nostalgia – longing for the past present. There is also homesickness with emotional or physical symptoms following a house move or moving to another country. Person also dislikes change to the daily routine. Those needing it may flush easily and have a tendency to obesity, flabbiness and clumsiness. They may have a strong liking for stimulants, pepper, coffee or alcohol.

16. Lachesis

    The person needing this remedy is expressive, creative, passionate and outgoing, constantly overflowing with ideas but does not stick to one task. They are talkative, likes to seduce. We see hyperactivity, jealousy, self destructive behaviours such as alcoholism, lack of confidence. Self-criticism is strong and they can be very sarcastic, impatient and argumentative. There is a feeling suffocation. They may get feel frustrated when they are not the centre of attention and show bursts of irritability. Competitive, and emotionally intense.

    Note – Above medicines are for knowledge purpose only. Take the medication only after consultation with a homeopath.

    Bach flower remedies

    Walnut for boundaries, protection

    Cearto for certainty

    Elm for confidence

    Hormone balancing

    Creating hormonal harmony will make a big difference to one’s ability to enjoy being in your body and how you engage with the world and activities around you. We will do so holistically through clearing any trauma, homeopathy, detox if needed, lifestyle tweaks, adapting activities, planning and nutrition.

Coaching + Occupational Therapy (OT)

With coaching and OT we can establish a helpful - individualised plan that provides one a helpful structure to get things done and enjoy a sense of fulfilment, whilst allowing the person to be in the ‘flow’. Activity analysis will help us work on reducing the demand or intensity, as well as guide us to reducing sensory overwhelm and adoption of other tools. I can also make recommendations and write written reports for your employer, Access to work or educational units.

Applied Kinesiology

We can bring exercises such as cross crawl, colour glasses, essential oils, ac-points, to help with some ADHD processing challenges. We can also test for food sensitivities and identify any need for nutritional supplementation.

Embodiment

Working somatically helps communicate with the body’s wisdom and instil the knowledge into easy transferable approaches in our routines and sense of Being.