Introducing: a new live course for ADHD partners all about relationship skills!
Taking Action: Relationship Skills for ADHD Partners
The Fall course is underway — and you can still join!
Enroll now to get recordings of the classes that have already taken place, then join Ari Tuckman, Rachel Bell, and Melissa Orlov live for the remaining classes.
Developed by top ADHD relationship experts Dr. Ari Tuckman, Rachel Ban, and the ADHD & Marriage team, we designed this course specifically for ADHD partners for learning skills that will specifically to help you create healthier, happier, and more connected relationships with your partner.
Learn strategies, information and tools to move towards a happier, healthier & THRIVING relationship.
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Whether you struggle with emotional reactions, following through, communication, or staying engaged during difficult conversations, this course will help you develop practical strategies that work with your ADHD brain—not against it.
Why Does It Feel So Hard Sometimes?
If you have ADHD, you probably recognize moments like these:
- Conversations become arguments before you realize what's happening.
- You intended to follow through—but somehow it slipped away.
- You become defensive before you've had time to process what your partner is saying.
- The same conflict keeps happening, even though neither of you wants it to.
- You feel like you're constantly disappointing someone you deeply love.
- Household responsibilities become a source of ongoing frustration.
- You know what you want to do—you just struggle to do it consistently.
These experiences don't mean you don't care.
They don't mean you're a bad partner.
They DO reflect the ways ADHD can make certain relationship skills more difficult.
The encouraging news is that these are skills—and skills can be learned.
This course gives you practical tools you can begin using immediately to improve communication, strengthen trust, and create healthier patterns over time.
What You'll Learn:
Emotional Regulation Learn practical techniques for managing overwhelm, frustration, and emotional reactivity before they damage your relationship.
Communication Develop healthier ways to communicate, listen, and navigate difficult conversations.
Follow-Through Learn tools and implement systems that help you become more reliable, consistent, and accountable.
Conflict Resolution Understand your anger style and learn practical ways to reduce recurring conflict.
Healthy Boundaries Discover how boundaries create greater respect, trust, and partnership.
Stronger Partnership Habits Build skills that help you work alongside your partner rather than feeling like you're working in opposing directions.
Dates & Curriculum
The course begins September 16, 2026 and concludes February 3, 2027.
All sessions are held Wednesdays from 8:00–9:30 PM Eastern Time.
Part One — Understanding ADHD and Managing Yourself
September 16 (Recording Available Now)
How to Set Your Target Symptoms
September 23
Building a Foundation for Emotional Regulation and Follow-Through
September 30
Managing Boredom, Overwhelm, and Getting Things Done
October 7
Emotional Regulation for Better Connection
October 14
Bringing It All Together
Part Two — Communication and Conflict Skills
October 21
Understanding Your Anger Style
October 28
Using Verbal Cues to Reduce Escalation
November 4
Boundaries for ADHD Partners
November 11
Bringing It All Together
Part Three — Becoming a Stronger Partner
January 13
The Price of the Parent-Child Dynamic
January 20
Negotiating Without False Agreements
January 27
Carrying Your Weight in the House
February 3
Bringing It All Together
Learn from three of the top ADHD relationship experts, Dr. Ari Tuckman, Rachel Ban, LiCSW, and Melissa Orlov on how to:
- Respond instead of reacting—even during emotionally difficult conversations
- Build trust through greater consistency and follow-through
- Communicate more effectively with your partner
- Reduce recurring conflict before it escalates
- Develop healthier emotional regulation
- Move away from parent-child relationship patterns
- Carry your share of household responsibilities more successfully
- Become the partner you truly want to be
No matter where you live in the world, you can participate in this live online course.
Live Online Course
September 16, 2026 – February 3, 2027
13 live Zoom sessions
Wednesdays • 8:00–9:30 PM Eastern Time
All sessions are recorded if you can't attend live.
Ari Tuckman, PsyD, MBA
Psychologist, author, and internationally recognized ADHD expert, Ari helps adults understand how ADHD affects everyday life and teaches practical strategies that improve relationships, communication, and follow-through.
Rachel Ban, LICSW
Couples therapist, ADHD relationship specialist, and Program Director at ADHDMarriage.com, Rachel specializes in helping individuals and couples develop practical relationship skills that strengthen communication, emotional regulation, and trust.
Melissa Orlov
Founder of ADHDMarriage.com and author of two books on ADHD and relationships, Melissa has helped thousands of couples better understand ADHD and rebuild healthier, happier partnerships.
Course Format
Each live Zoom session includes approximately 60 minutes of teaching followed by a live question-and-answer session.
Every session is recorded, so if you miss a class—or want to review the material later—you'll have access to the recordings.
You'll also receive practical exercises and action steps designed to help you apply what you're learning to your everyday relationship.
Our goal isn't simply to provide information.
Our goal is to help you develop skills that create lasting change.
This course is designed for:
- Adults with ADHD who want to become stronger relationship partners
- Adults recently diagnosed with ADHD
- Adults who suspect they have ADHD
- Individuals who want practical relationship strategies—not just information
- Adults of all ages, genders, and sexual orientations who are committed to improving their relationships
Your registration includes:
- 13 live Zoom sessions
- Live Q&A with Ari Tuckman, Rachel Ban, and Melissa Orlov
- Access to all session recordings
- Practical exercises and action steps
- The ability to participate from anywhere in the world
Start immediately with recordings + attend remaining classes live Here
$499
Need to spread out the payment? We offer a 3 month payment plan. $169 today, and 2 monthly payments of $165.
If you're ready to strengthen your relationship by building the skills ADHD makes harder, we'd love to have you join us.
Enroll today and begin creating the kind of relationship you've been working toward.
