by Scott Spradlin, LPC, LMAC | May 15, 2025 | ADHD, DBT
Following a hiatus from blogging, I’m back to share with you, some exciting news. I am co-authoring a new workbook, The DBT Skills Workbook for ADHD Adults, with my fabulous spouse and Wichita DBT partner, Mariah. We are presently contracted with New Harbinger... 
by Scott Spradlin, LPC, LMAC | May 9, 2022 | ADHD, DBT, Uncategorized
WISE MIND FOR THE DISTRACTED MIND: EMOTION REGULATION SKILLS FOR ADHD Emotions and Adult ADHD Emotion regulation is getting more attention in research and clinical circles as a significant dynamic in the lives of ADHD adults, with more voices advocating for changes to... 
by Scott Spradlin, LPC, LMAC | Nov 3, 2021 | ADHD, Christian DBT, DBT, Kairos DBT
What is Wise Mind? Wise mind as found in the core mindfulness skills of DBT, developed by Marsha Linehan and her colleagues at the University of Washington in Seattle, is a construct that communicates to us that we have wisdom. My understanding of wise mind is... 
by Scott Spradlin, LPC, LMAC | Nov 2, 2021 | ADHD, Mindfulness
Distraction Frustration Perhaps you find your head busy with thoughts about the unfairness that you can’t have a block of time for yourself. Maybe you begin to judge yourself for not being able to let go of the passing feet and giggles of your children, who were... 
by Scott Spradlin, LPC, LMAC | Oct 28, 2021 | ADHD, DBT
Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder (ADHD) is a commonly controversial and misunderstood disorder in the mental health world. One that many don’t take seriously, even among medical and mental health professionals. The name itself, as argued by Russell... 
by Scott Spradlin, LPC, LMAC | Oct 17, 2020 | ADHD, DBT, Mindfulness
Wise Mind for the Distracted Mind is an evolving project that involves the cultivation of a careful modification of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles, structures, and skills to help ADHD diagnosed adults better address significant areas of struggle such as...
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