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Presenter:

J. Russell Ramsay, PhD., ABPP
Level:

Intermediate
Credits:

3
Video:

3 hours

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) For Adults- An Implementation-Focused Approach

Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT) stands alongside medications as an evidence-supported treatment for adult ADHD. While there is evidence of symptom improvement from CBT for adult ADHD, it more precisely focuses on improving daily functioning in terms of follow through on goals and endeavors and fulfilling various adult roles. Most adults with ADHD who are seeking treatment will say, “I know what I need to do, but I just don’t do it.” This webinar presents a CBT model for understanding and treating adult ADHD and how it is adapted to address the problems faced by adults with ADHD. It particularly emphasizes the implementation of effective coping strategies for a clinical population whose main difficulties are with poor follow-through on plans and intentions. Supporting research for CBT for adult ADHD is cited, as well as evidence that CBT must be adequately adapted to adult ADHD to be effective for clients. Specifically, intervention domains of cognitive modification, emotion regulation, behavior-implementation, and relationship/social life strategies will be reviewed. Clinical issues of dealing with procrastination and time management skills will be reviewed for managing the effects of adult ADHD. Questions will be fielded throughout the presentation.

J. Russell Ramsay, PhD., ABPP

Dr. J. Russell (“Russ”) Ramsay, PhD, ABPP, was co-founder and co-director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Adult ADHD Treatment and Research Program and a professor of clinical psychology in the Department of Psychiatry in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, before retiring at the end of June 2023. He now has a solo, virtual psychology practice focusing on Adult ADHD. Dr. Ramsay is board-certified in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) and is a diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT).

Dr. Ramsay has authored numerous peer-reviewed professional and scientific articles, research abstracts, and book chapters. He is the author of six books related to various aspects of adult ADHD (this count includes both the first and second editions of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adult ADHD, not to “pad the stats” but because the second edition was a significant update and revision), including his recent, The Adult ADHD & Anxiety Workbook released on May 1, 2024. His self-help guidebook, The Adult ADHD Tool Kit, has been translated into Spanish, French, and Korean and is in the process of being translated into German. The Tool Kit is a recommended self-help book by the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). He was an invited contributor to the APA Psychotherapy Video training series with an illustration of his CBT approach for adult ADHD.

Dr. Ramsay is an inductee into the CHADD Hall of Fame and received the Martin P. Szuba Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching & Research from the University of Pennsylvania. He serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Attention Disorders and is frequently sought out as an ad hoc reviewer for other journals. Dr. Ramsay has served previous terms on the Professional Advisory Boards of the major ADHD organizations in the U.S. He has lectured worldwide and been sought out by media outlets for his insights on topics related to ADHD in adults. Dr. Ramsay’s professional interests are improving the accurate assessment and effective psychosocial treatment of adult ADHD and training future behavioral health clinicians in these skills. He continues these missions while maintaining a full-time solo practice.

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