ADHD Aware Couples Course
The only course for neurodivergent and blended couples in the UK
Being part of a neurodivergent couple can bring both huge rewards and challenges. ADHD Aware’s couples' course is here to support you.
The course is hosted by Karen Doherty – a trained couples’ psychotherapist, specialising in neurodivergent couples – and Yvonne Rivers, who has more than 10 years of experience as a trained facilitator.
Open to neurodivergent and blended couples who want to deepen their understanding of how neurodiversity impacts their relationship, and tackle the inevitable challenges of a blended partnership.
The seven-week course runs weekly in the evening (usually Thursdays, from 7pm to 9pm) and is based on ADHD Aware’s popular peer support model.
Important note: While the sessions are facilitated by a trained psychotherapist, and there are proven therapeutic benefits to being part of a peer support group, this is not therapy.
Approach and Aims
The course is designed for couples where either one or both partners has ADHD. It has been created to help couples understand the dynamics and challenges in their relationships and to develop strategies to address these and thrive. Sessions focus on five themes:
Communication
Emotional Regulation
Executive Functioning
Self Confidence
Intimacy and Empathy
What to expect
Each week focuses on one of the themes above, including theories, evidence and case studies highlighting the dynamics that can manifest in relationships when one or both partners has ADHD.
Just as every couple is different, every course is, too. While the core content remains the same, each session is tailored to reflect the needs of the participants – providing a renewed sense of focus and a deeper understanding of the dynamics of neurodiversity in relationships.
If you’re accepted onto the course you’ll be expected to prepare for each session by reflecting on the theme based on your own experience as a couple and being ready to share your insights at the next session.
How to apply
This powerful seven-week course costs £360. Click the button below to apply and we’ll be in touch when applications open. Alternatively, if you're subscribed to our newsletter, keep an eye out for updates.
What past participants say....
Impact on relationships
“Even though we were all from such diverse backgrounds, and you would never think we had much in common, we could relate to so much of what each other was saying”
“I really liked the accountability without judgement.Just turning up and talking was a big deal!”
“This is the only thing we have stuck with!”
In relation to the group work
“It was good not to feel so alone with this. I feel a lot less hurt”
“We understand each other much better now”
“It’s transformed a lot already”