Podcasts about adhd women

Want to fall in love with your ADHD brain and make it work for you? Learn more about my patented program, Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy  here: programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup___When you live with ADHD, it's easy to get stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, shutdown, and shame. But what if there's a way to interrupt that pattern without judgment, without spiraling, and without trying to “fix” yourself?Vanessa Gorelkin is a licensed therapist, executive coach, and returning favorite on the podcast. With 30 years of experience across clinical care and executive leadership, she specializes in helping ADHD women find clarity, stability, and actual tools that work. In this episode, she introduces us to Internal Family Systems (IFS), a powerful framework that helps us make sense of our emotional chaos by getting curious instead of self-critical.Tracy and Vanessa dive into the difference between the “manager” and “firefighter” parts of our brain, how IFS can reframe emotional dysregulation, and why so many high-achieving women with ADHD still feel like they're “too much.” They also talk about the surprising way shame shows up in our daily lives, and how compassion is more than just self-care; it's a powerful strategy for long-term emotional regulation.Vanessa also shares how IFS creates space for your inner world to feel less chaotic, less punishing, and more connected. You'll learn how identifying and working with your internal parts can build self-awareness, reduce reactive patterns, and unlock a deeper sense of agency.Whether you're new to IFS or already deep into parts work, this episode offers real, relatable guidance for anyone looking to create more emotional balance and self-trust.Resources:Website: https://vanessagorelkin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsvanessagorelkin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessacahngorelkin1 Send a Message: Your Name | Email | Message Learn more by connecting with Tracy through Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, or visit adhdforsmartwomen.com.Are You Ready to Discover Your Brilliance? Order Now: https://adhdforsmartwomen.com/bookJoin Your ADHD Brain is A-OK: https://adhdforsmartwomen.com/aokVisit our website: https://adhdforsmartwomen.comJoin our community of ADHD For Smart Ass Women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tracyotsuka Join What Do I Do With My Life Masterclass: spyhappy.me/classUnlock your best days with Blends: https://adhdforsmartwomen.com/blends

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Kate Moryoussef, host of the award-winning ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, to discuss the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent mothers. Both diagnosed in their 40s, Kate and I share authentic insights about self-acceptance, burnout prevention, and how to be the calm anchor for our families. Key Topics Discussed The grief and relief that comes with a late ADHD diagnosis Why self-compassion must come before self-acceptance Recognizing the subtle signs of approaching burnout How ADHD presents differently across life stages and hormonal changes The importance of being the calm anchor in dysregulated family moments Practical burnout prevention strategies for ADHD women Breaking free from societal expectations and "shoulds" The ripple effect of self-care on family dynamics Sincerely,  ❤️ Holly Blanc Moses, The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist  ⭐️ Click here for free resources, trainings, and continuing education- ⭐️ Get your FREE BEHAVIOR DETECTIVE GUIDE  To support neurodivergent children and teens, we need to understand their unique needs and honor their experiences. The Behavior Detective Guide breaks down information to help identify barriers and patterns, leading to neurodiversity affirming approaches.  • Parents click here  • Therapists click here  • Educators click here  ⭐️ Get your FREE SOCIAL SUCCESS GUIDE  Social interaction can be confusing and anxiety-provoking for neurodivergent children and teens. The Social Success Guide provides practical strategies to support social confidence and authenticity.  • Parents click here - https://www.hollyblancmoses.com/pl/276666  • Therapists click here - https://www.hollyblancmoses.com/pl/271718  • Educators click here - https://www.hollyblancmoses.com/pl/271424  ⭐️ Hey Therapists! Come on over for NEURODIVERSITY-AFFIRMING CONTINUING EDUCATION  Enhance your therapeutic approach with our affirming and engaging trainings while earning CE credits to fulfill your professional development requirements, as our courses are approved by the NBCC.  Neurodiversity therapists click here ⭐️ Welcome to our PARENT MASTERCLASSES WITH Q&A  Each live class is packed with supportive strategies on the topics parents want most. Can't make it live? No worries, because you'll get the replay. Sign up to be the first to know when the next masterclass is scheduled.  Parents click here for your masterclasses  ❤️ You're invited to my FACEBOOK GROUPS. Can't wait to see you there:)  ➡️ Parents, come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents https://www.facebook.com/groups/WiredDifferentlyGroup  ➡️ Therapists & educators, join the Facebook Group for professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/professionalsforwdchildren  ❤️ Thanks for sharing this episode and supporting The Autism ADHD Podcast!

ADHD in women is often misunderstood, even by ourselves — and hormones are a big part of the story. This week, host Cate Osborn chats with psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Lotta Borg Skoglund about how hormone cycles affect ADHD in women. From PMS to perimenopause, we explore how shifting hormones can change how ADHD shows up — and how that impacts mood, focus, and relationships.Dr. Borg Skoglund shares what the research says, what often gets overlooked in diagnosis and treatment, and how understanding the patterns in your cycle can make everyday life a little easier.Related resourcesADHD Girls to Women by Dr. Lotta Borg SkoglundLotta's research group, GODDESS ADHDA guide to hormones and ADHDFrom the Climbing the Walls podcast: Are hormones the final frontier for women with ADHD?Timestamps(01:42) The changes in hormones during the menstrual cycle, and how they can affect ADHD symptoms(04:57) ADHD symptoms across hormonal life milestones like puberty, pregnancy, and menopause(10:21) The formation of Lotta's research group GODDESS ADHD(14:25) The importance of this overdue research, and the constant dismissal of women's hormonal challenges(17:12) Mapping your cycle to help understand your ADHD symptom fluctuations(21:10) How do we track these things if our cycles are non-traditional?(24:06) How do hormones connect to Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?For a transcript and more resources, visit the Sorry, I Missed This show page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at sorryimissedthis@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

What happens when your perfectly planned day falls apart and your brain refuses to cooperate?Today I'm chatting about:Why identifying your energy and focus levels is the key to choosing your next stepHow to get unstuck using the “easiest task” strategyThe truth about perfectionism and why doing a “shitty job” might be exactly what you needHow emotional dysregulation hijacks your productivity and simple ways to resetMy personal system for dumping brain clutter without getting overwhelmedSchedule a free consult call with Jamie: https://calendly.com/outsmartadhd/adhd-coaching-consult

Do you have someone in your life who has ADHD - or suspect they might - and are you wondering how to support them without losing yourself?This week, Sam and Katie are joined by coach, author, and host of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, Kate Moryoussef, to explore how ADHD impacts romantic relationships and family life, especially when it goes undiagnosed for years. From emotional overwhelm and miscommunication to managing burnout and guilt, they unpack the real-life challenges couples face and what it takes to navigate them with compassion.Together, they explore how to build healthy relationships when one or both partners have ADHD, the importance of co-regulation, and why self-responsibility is key. Kate shares actionable advice for neurotypical partners, plus tips for supporting ADHD children without becoming overbearing or burnt out.Whether you're the one with ADHD, love someone who has it, or just want to understand how ADHD affects everyday life behind closed doors, this episode is packed with insight, validation, and practical support.Find out more about Kate's book The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit here New episodes of You're Wrong About ADHD are available every Wednesday and Friday. Got a question or story for the team? Send it to ADHDpodcast@global.comYou're Wrong About ADHD is made in association with APX Content Ventures.

This week, Alex chats to Kate Moryoussef, the host of the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast and the author of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit book. She's had thousands of conversations with ADHD experts and late diagnosed ADHD women and she's here to share her biggest learnings. 00:00 Trailer  02:45 What's your mission in the ADHD space? 05:50 Kate's personal diagnosis story 11:41 The common areas of struggle for ADHD women  18:15 the affects of feeling misunderstood  20:51 Tiimo advert  25:23 The consequences of not feeling “enough” 30:02 The hidden costs of people pleasing  36:24 The reality of being an introverted extrovert  37:37 3 ways to recharge the ADHD brain 39:56 Advice for young undiagnosed ADHD women  42:28 When in your life did you feel most heard? 44:15 Kate's ADHD item 47:56 The ADHD agony aunt  50:48 A letter from the previous guest  Find Kate on Instagram

Kate Moryoussef is the host of award-winning and chart-topping The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, a women's ADHD Lifestyle & well-being coach, EFT practitioner, and NOW author, helping burnt-out, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled newly-diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, wellbeing, compassion, creativity and clarity. In this episode, Kate Moryoussef shares tips on how to navigate ADHD as a woman, including hormone replacement therapy, the connection with the various phases of the menstrual cycle, and provides resources for learning more to determine if you have ADHD.  Learn more about Kate here: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/ Instagram: @kate_moryoussef Listen to her podcastThe ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast here: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/adhd-podcast Pre-order her book The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit here: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/adhd-womens-wellbeing-toolkit Get 15% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 4:45 What life was like for Kate before realizing she had ADHD 10:43 Menstrual cycle and ADHD 18:30 Estrogen and progesterone for ADHD 27:45 Sensibility of the nervous system with ADHD 42:15 Find out if you have ADHD 49:00 Resources from Kate

This week on the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, I'm joined by Paula Rastrick, EMDR therapist, psychological trauma specialist, and author of the upcoming book Sensitive Women: A Trauma-Informed, Neurodiverse Approach to Hormonal Sensitivity.Together, we explore how hormonal sensitivity, trauma, and neurodivergence are deeply connected and how understanding this can help you better regulate your nervous system and emotional responses.From perimenopause to past trauma, Paula shares empowering insights into how women can reclaim their wellbeing by honouring their unique physiology and lived experiences. Whether you're neurodivergent, highly sensitive, or navigating hormonal changes, this episode offers practical tools and a compassionate perspective.What You'll Learn:How genetics, trauma, and environment shape your neurodivergent experienceWhy nervous system dysregulation shows up as anxiety, fear, and hypervigilanceWhy cortisol can feel addictive and keep you stuck in cycles of hyperarousalHow hormonal shifts like PMDD affect stress tolerance and emotional regulationHow trauma can be processed without words through body-based methods like EMDRWhy removing people and environments that dysregulate you supports healingHow taking responsibility for your reactions helps you reclaim your powerWhy not absorbing other people's emotions protects your nervous systemHow prioritising space, freedom, and flexibility supports long-term wellbeingSimple morning habits that lower cortisol and help regulate your dayTimestamps:02:00 – ADHD, hormones, trauma and your nervous system23:12 – Hormonal changes and their emotional impact32:46 – What happens when we suppress emotions36:42 – Mindfulness and nervous system balance for healingIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by emotional ups and downs or struggled to feel calm in your body, this episode will give you the validation and gentle strategies you've been looking for.You can connect with Paula via her website, www.thebrainbodymethod.com or Instagram @mrspaularastrickLinks and Resources:Book on to the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshop about Creating ADHD 'Routines' and 'Structures' - Stability in Choppy Waters! Click here to book.Catch all the previous ADHD Women's Wellbeing Workshop Series workshops here. Available to buy now as on-demand. If you love the podcast but want more ADHD support, get a sneak peek of my brand new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit and pre-order it here!Launching September! Tired of ADHD support that doesn't get you? My new compassionate, community-first membership ditches the overwhelm by providing support aligned with YOU! Join the waitlist now for an exclusive founding member offer!Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps

Nikki Daye, a school psychologist and ADHD advocate, grew up in the foster care system. She was diagnosed with ADHD as a child, but her medical records were eventually lost. As she got older, her ADHD diagnosis wasn't considered. Instead, her symptoms were misdiagnosed as anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. While her ADHD diagnosis was “lost in translation,” Nikki spent a lot of time feeling misunderstood and unsupported. It wasn't until adulthood that she finally got the clarity she needed. Now, she's using her experience to advocate for kids with ADHD, including her own daughter.Related resources6 ways ADHD and PTSD can look alikeADHD and traumaTimestamps(01:18) Nikki's first ADHD diagnosis as a teenager(03:30) Nikki's experience with echolalia (05:27) ADHD treatment, speculating other diagnoses, and medical records being lost while in foster care(09:11) “Aging out” of her ADHD diagnosis, and coming back to it(15:08) Nikki's intersectional “aha” moments (20:33) Nikki's work helping kids like her, and her daughterFor a transcript and more resources, visit the ADHD Aha! show page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at adhdaha@understood.org or record a message for us here.  Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Feeling exhausted trying to juggle it ALL with ADHD?You're definitely not alone! Today I'm joined by the incredible Kate Moryoussef

In this week's episode of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, I'm joined by couples counsellor and author Lisa Rabinowitz to discuss what really happens when ADHD shows up in a relationship and how to evolve and grow through it together.Whether you have ADHD, your partner does, or you're both neurodivergent, this conversation offers real-life tools and insights to help you feel more connected, understood, and supported.Lisa, author of Why Won't You Stop Interrupting Me?, shares how ADHD can create challenges with communication, emotional regulation, and reactivity, and how couples can move from blame to teamwork. What You'll Learn:✨ Why ADHD can make communication harder and how to reduce misinterpretation and reactivity✨ How understanding both partners' neurodivergence creates more compassion and connection✨ What a “talk nook” is, and why creating space for safe conversations can transform your relationship✨ How to use tools like timers, summaries, fidget toys, ChatGPT, and bullet points to support better discussions✨ Why self-awareness and emotional responsibility matter for both partners✨ How to move from blame to teamwork, and what it means to approach your relationship like a “3-legged race”✨ The role of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in relationships and how to navigate needs for independence✨ Why having a shared goal and taking small steps forward together builds empowerment and trust✨ How to start using your ADHD diagnosis as a tool for deeper understanding✨ Encouraging, science-backed advice from Lisa's work with couples navigating ADHD challengesTimestamps:

In this episode, Kate is joined by Kelly Smith, an ADHD advocate, meditation teacher, and founder of Yoga For You, to explore how meditation and mindfulness can become powerful tools for those with ADHD. With a background in neuroscience and personal experience with ADHD, Kelly shares how short, daily practices like breathwork, grounding, journaling, and visualisation can help calm the nervous system, regulate emotions, and improve focus.Together, we bust the myth may meditation myths and explore how just 8–12 minutes of intentionality each day can rewire the brain to reduce overstimulation, increase dopamine and GABA, calm the amygdala, and strengthen the prefrontal cortex.Whether you're overstimulated, overwhelmed, or just unsure where to start, this conversation offers practical ways to make meditation work for your ADHD brain and your unique lifestyle.What You'll Learn In This Episode:✨ The power of short, consistent meditation sessions, especially for ADHD brains✨ The neuroscience of mindfulness: how dopamine, GABA, the amygdala, and prefrontal cortex are involved in focus, anxiety reduction, and emotional regulation✨ How meditation helps reduce overstimulation and supports executive function✨ The difference between intentional introspection and overthinking✨ How grounding practices like prayer, journaling, or breathwork can build intentionality and future visioning✨ How to find a meditation style that suits your ADHD brain e.g. visualisation, body awareness, or focused breathing✨ Why visualising your “ideal self” can lead to subtle but powerful life changes✨ How meditation strengthens memory, emotional control, and clarity by rewiring the brain over time✨ Why mindfulness needs to be personal and consistent, not perfect Timestamps:

This week, Kate is joined by Dr. Kara Davey, Senior Clinical Psychologist, trauma specialist, and adult ADHD expert. Dr. Davey shares both personal and professional insights into how unresolved trauma can amplify ADHD symptoms, especially in women, and why understanding this connection is vital for healing and long-term wellbeing.Dr. Davey discusses her own ADHD diagnosis following a stillbirth, which deeply shaped her clinical perspective. Together, we explore how trauma, especially “small t” traumas like chronic stress or emotional invalidation, can go unrecognised but significantly impact mental health and functioning.Throughout the episode, Dr. Davey emphasises the need for trauma-informed, ADHD-aware care and the benefits of therapies like EMDR and somatic work in processing trauma.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✨ How trauma (both “big T” and “small t”) can worsen ADHD symptoms in women✨ The emotional toll of undiagnosed ADHD and its link to complex PTSD (cPTSD)✨ Delayed ADHD diagnosis in women, often triggered by grief or life stressors✨ The generational impact of undiagnosed ADHD in families✨ Why validating emotional and relational trauma is key for ADHD support✨ How therapies like EMDR and somatic work can help process trauma✨ The importance of ADHD-aware, trauma-informed therapy✨ Why remote therapy offers accessible, ADHD-friendly mental health careTimestamps:

✨ PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK, THE ADHD WOMEN'S WELLBEING TOOLKIT HERE! ✨In this week's episode, we shift the focus from labels to brain health. Dr. Asad Rafi, psychiatrist and ADHD specialist, joins me to answer a listener's powerful question about recognising ADHD at 60 — and whether it's ADHD or natural cognitive ageing.You'll also hear from Lucinda Miller. As clinical lead of the NatureDoc team, with over 25 years of experience as a naturopath and qualifications in Functional Medicine, Lucinda's book, Brain Brilliance, was published in August 2024. She discusses the significance of understanding how hormonal changes impact mental health and brain health.Together, we explore how age, hormones, and life experiences can impact our brain health, cognitive function, and why it's not always a straightforward ADHD diagnosis.What You'll Learn:✨ Why thinking about brain health, not just ADHD, is key to managing symptoms effectively✨ The difference between having features of ADHD and symptoms✨ How menopause and hormonal shifts can mimic or unmask ADHD✨ Why context and impact of ADHD symptoms throughout your life matter more than diagnosis checklists ✨ How to tell the difference between ADHD and natural cognitive changes ✨ Why brain fog isn't always ADHD, and why it matters to know the difference✨The specifics when it comes to nutrient levels like Iron and Zinc✨ How your brain chemicals affect your mental clarity✨ Eating to support your brain health and functionDr. Rafi offers a thoughtful, holistic approach to late-life neurodivergence, helping us ask: Has it always been there, or is something else going on?If you're navigating hormonal changes, questioning your focus, or wondering if ADHD fits, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a brain-first perspective.Timestamps:

Hiiiiiiii ADHD bestie BABES! Today we're sharing the recording of our VERY FIRST live podcast event (a few weeks ago) where we celebrated the launch of Grace's book The ADHD Focus Friend... AND reaching the amazing podcast milestone of 250K downloads! We had such a wonderful time meeting some of our gorgeous listeners in person and we can't wait to meet more of you in the near future!We discuss Grace's book The ADHD Focus Friend and why it's different to traditional productivity tools because it's designed for inconsistency, demand avoidance and messiness. Grace explains how the book design reduces the load on working memory and why productivity is connected emotional regulation and nervous system regulation.We get the tea on what she DIDN'T want to put in the book and why, as well as answer questions around PMDD, parenthood, working memory, RSD and so much more. RSD corner: Tara is RSDing that you can't see her making finger quotations when uses the phrase "acting normal" in reference to ND kids , but pls know she is.Sending you allll the love and if you RSD we will just be exceptionally mad so don't plzLots of loveeeee Tara and Grace! Xxx----------------------------

In this week's episode, Kate speaks with Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, a neurodiversity consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of How to Be Autistic: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed. Together they explore the complex intersection of ADHD and autism, and what it means to truly support neurodivergent people at work and beyond.Rachel shares her journey of late diagnosis, burnout, and self-discovery, and unpacks the lesser-known ways mental and physical health can be affected when ADHD and autism go unsupported. They dive deep into the power of language, the harm of assumptions, and how workplaces can move from just “awareness” to real, sustainable inclusion through low-cost, high-impact interventions.What You'll Learn:✨ Why the overlap between ADHD and autism can feel confusing — especially for women✨ How internalised stigma, shame, and burnout can show up at work✨ What sustainable, inclusive systems for neurodiveristy look like in the workplace✨ How to support neurodivergent employees and be a better manager ✨ The role of passion, purpose, and flexibility in helping neurodivergent employees thrive✨ Why workplace inclusion must centre both health and performance✨ Why neurodiversity training is more in demand than ever✨ How changing the narrative from “not enough” to “full of potential” helps productivity and outcomes ✨ Rachel's personal experience riding the wave of ADHD and autism — and how she empowers others to be their authentic selvesTimestamps:

Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now.Emilia McGuckin was surprised when a teacher suggested her son might have ADHD. As a teacher herself, she thought she would have spotted the signs. But after diving into the research, an even bigger surprise hit her: Could she have ADHD too?Emilia, a high school and college teacher, was hesitant to pursue an ADHD evaluation. She'd felt dismissed by medical providers in the past, an experience all too common for many women. But when she finally got diagnosed, everything started to make sense. What she once saw as “character flaws” or “personal failings” turned out to be overlooked symptoms of ADHD.Related resourcesIs ADHD hereditary? ADHD icebergTimestamps(01:10) Emilia's son's ADHD diagnosis(04:42) Hyperfocusing on ADHD to help her son, and realizing she has symptoms too(06:49) Apprehension about seeking an ADHD evaluation, after not being believed by doctors in the past(09:20) Feelings and coping after diagnosis(11:56) An “avalanche of ADHD” in the family(17:02) How Emilia and her son's diagnoses changed how she teaches(20:29) Busting ADHD mythsFor a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at adhdaha@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Join health and science journalist Danielle Elliot as she investigates the rise of women recently diagnosed with ADHD. Listen to Climbing the Walls now.Many people with ADHD, especially women, consider themselves people pleasers. It can become a habit to start putting others first without thinking, even when it goes against what we really want. This can lead to some resentment down the line. This week on Tips from an ADHD Coach, Jaye talks about how pleasing others all the time can turn from selfless into self-serving. Listen for tips on what to do if we've spent our whole lives trying to please others at a cost to ourselves. Related resourcesADHD and rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD)Setting boundaries in relationships with ADHDCore values exerciseTimestamps(00:39) Laura's quote(03:08) ADHD and people pleasing(07:49) When people pleasing changes from selfless to self-serving(10:37) What can we do?(13:25) Recap For a transcript and more resources, visit the Tips from an ADHD Coach show page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at adhdcoachtips@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Hey Team! Today's episode is all about navigating ADHD as a late-diagnosed adult—especially for women who have spent years pushing through life without realizing why things felt so much harder. I'm talking with Kate Moryoussef, a UK-based ADHD coach who was diagnosed at 40 and has since made it her mission to help women work with their brains, not against them. She hosts The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast and her upcoming book is The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, where she dives deep into strategies for managing ADHD beyond just productivity hacks. In this conversation, we get into the realities of late diagnosis, why ADHD in women is often overlooked, and how hormones can throw an extra curveball into the mix. Kate shares her personal journey of discovering ADHD through her daughter's assessment, and we talk about how self-compassion, nervous system regulation, and finding the right support can make a huge difference. There's a lot here about understanding ADHD as a whole-body experience—not just something that affects focus or productivity. This is another one where I had the wrong mic set up, so apologizes for that. If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at HackingYourADHD.com/218 YouTube Channel My Patreon Suscribe to the newsletter here! This Episode's Top Tips Especially for women, work on understanding the role of hormones. ADHD symptoms can intensify during certain phases of the menstrual cycle or perimenopause, and awareness of these fluctuations can help with better self-regulation. And, hey, ADHD men, you also have hormones that can fluctuate. Instead of constantly pushing yourself to meet neurotypical expectations, recognizing that ADHD comes with different needs can be a game-changer. Avoid forcing yourself into rigid productivity schedules, and try to recognize your natural rhythms to make work and life feel easier. Finding ADHD-friendly ways to approach tasks (instead of just trying to "be more disciplined") leads to better long-term success. You don't have to overhaul your entire life—focusing on little shifts, like setting boundaries or adjusting your expectations, can create lasting improvements.

Dr. Louise Newson is a physician, menopause specialist and member of the UK Government's Menopause Taskforce. She is also an award-winning doctor, educator, and Sunday Times best-selling author, committed to increasing awareness and knowledge of perimenopause and menopause. 00:00 Trailer 02:39 What will the audience learn in this episode 06:21 How hormones influence ADHD traits 13:30 How "in the dark" are women still about their own hormones 20:41 Tiimo advert 21:50 At what stage of the monthly hormone cycle is ADHD most manageable 27:03 How female contraception is affecting ADHD traits 28:41 The correlation between menopause and ADHD diagnoses's in women 30:48 Advice for ADHD women approaching menopause 40:55 The link between Emotional Dysregulation and Menopause 44:14 Hallowell Brain Health Advert 45:34 The link between AuDHD and hormones 50:26 The ADHD item 56:43 The ADHD agony aunt 01:01:30 A letter from the previous guest Find Dr. Louise Newson on Instagram

My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is available to order here.On this week's ADHD Women's Wellbeing 'Wisdom' episode, we revisit an interview I did with Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas, a clinical neuroscientist and nutrition researcher, to explore how food choices, stress management, and gut health influence executive function, sensory processing, and ADHD tendencies.As someone who personally navigates life with ADHD and autism, Dr. Miguel brings both scientific expertise and lived experience to the conversation, sharing practical, compassionate strategies to help you support your brain through nutrition.Throughout this conversation, we shared anecdotes from various projects, illustrating how different approaches can lead to unique outcomes. By collaborating with others and sharing ideas, we can enhance our creative process and produce assets that resonate with audiences on a deeper level. What You'll Learn:✨ How gut health directly impacts ADHD symptoms like focus, mood, and emotional regulation✨ The link between self-compassion and gut health (yes, being kinder to yourself can improve digestion!)To discover more about his transformative work and offerings, visit drmiguelmateas.com or connect with him on Instagram (@drmiguelmateas).Ready to swap burnout and overwhelm for balance and ease this spring? Join me for breakthrough ADHD Wellbeing Workshops and step into more compassionate self-acceptance. https://adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/adhd-womens-wellbeing-seriesFind Kate's popular online workshops and free resources here.Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram.Follow Kate on Instagram.Takeaways: We discussed the importance of being adaptable in our ever-changing world, especially in business. Communication is key; we emphasized how clear dialogue can prevent misunderstandings. Setting realistic goals helps us stay focused and makes it easier to track our progress. We explored various strategies for time management that can boost productivity effectively. Building a supportive network is crucial; we shared tips on how to connect with others. Embracing failure as a learning opportunity can lead to greater long-term success. Mentioned in this episode:Gratitude link

✨ PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK, THE ADHD WOMEN'S WELLBEING TOOLKIT HERE! ✨Today's episode is about something very special: the launch of my new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit! Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been navigating ADHD for years, this book is designed to support you in understanding your ADHD and, more importantly, in building a life that feels calmer, more fulfilling, and aligned with your unique needs.I didn't just want to write another book about ADHD. I wanted to create a COMPASSIONATE yet practical resource filled with tools, insights, and strategies to help you feel seen, validated, and supported in your journey. ADHD affects so many areas of life, and this toolkit is here to help you navigate those challenges with more confidence and ease.Joining me for this conversation is fellow podcaster Hannah Hickinbotham, host of The Full of Beans Podcast, who understands the neurodivergent experience firsthand. We'll discuss the purpose behind this book, why it's such an essential resource for women with ADHD, and how pre-orders play a massive role in making it widely available.Get ready for an engaging discussion that highlights the journey of writing this book and the hope it brings to many.We dive deep into:✨ The importance of understanding ADHD in women and the unique challenges they face throughout different hormonal stages of life.✨ How The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit is designed to support women at any point in their ADHD journey, providing practical advice and tools to help them navigate life with more ease.✨ How to use the book as a resource to gain holistic, actionable guidance, offering strategies to cultivate joy, fulfilment, wellbeing and calmness while managing the everyday realities of ADHD.✨ How the book serves as a valuable resource not only for individuals with ADHD but also for their loved ones, helping to foster better compassion, validation, understanding and support within families.Timestamps

Is rejection sensitivity making work feel impossible? If you find yourself avoiding feedback, overanalyzing emails, or convinced you're about to get fired over a simple mistake, you're not alone. Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) can have a major impact on your professional life, but there are ways to manage it.In this episode, I cover:What RSD really is and why it's not just about past traumaHow RSD shows up in the workplace (and why it makes teamwork, feedback, and self-advocacy so hard)The connection between RSD, burnout, and nervous system regulationWhy traditional talk therapy doesn't help and what actually doesSteps you can take to manage RSD and build confidence at work

How can you tell the difference between ADHD and trauma? Ella McCrystal reveals the subtle differences between the two, and how you can spot them at a young age.Ella McCrystal is a fully trained and accredited Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, EMDR CERT and Business Coach.00:00 Trailer01:57 Dedication 02:28 What will people learn from this episode 03:45 In developmental psychology, what is trauma?05:17 What makes an experience "traumatic" as opposed to just “bad".10:23 Perfectionism, RSD and their links to trauma 13:56 The link between being bullied and perfectionism19:58 How sexual abuse affected your life23:47 How to find and feel hidden trauma in your body 25:54 Tiimo advert 28:14 Is masking a trauma response 39:22 What is a ‘trigger' and why are people ‘triggered'47:43 Is the effect of trauma lagged, i.e does it tend to affect us later?58:29 How to heal your inner child 01:04:23 What is "trauma bonding" and is this a good thing or a bad thing in a relationship?01:16:10 The ADHD item (a butterfly)01:18:58 The ADHD agony aunt 01:21:30 Generational trauma passing through a family 01:27:07 A letter from the previous guest (3 rules to live by)Visit Ella's website

PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK, THE ADHD WOMEN'S WELLBEING TOOLKIT HERE!✨ BIG NEWS! ✨ I've written a book, and you're the first to hear about it!The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit has been in the making for a long time, and I'm so excited to share it with you, FINALLY! After working with and speaking to so many women with ADHD, through coaching, the podcast, this community and my own journey, I knew there was a need for a resource that goes beyond just managing ADHD.I wanted to create something that helps women truly thrive and live authentic and good lives with ADHD rather than just cope with it. The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit book brings together everything I've learned from practical tools, mindset shifts, and holistic wellbeing strategies to help you embrace your unique brain, reduce overwhelm, and live with more confidence and ease.ADHD affects and impacts every part of life, from emotions, relationships, and careers to health, self-trust, hormones, and everyday routines. I know how frustrating it can be when the typical advice doesn't work for you, which is why this toolkit is all about finding what does. It's a guide to understanding yourself, building supportive habits, and creating a life that aligns with your needs rather than forcing yourself into a one-size-fits-all approach.Key Takeaways:

Progesterone is a hormone that isn't discussed enough, and when it is, it's usually with negative connotations of intolerance.It's essential we learn more about how hormonal shifts impact our ADHD, especially during perimenopause. This week, I'm joined by Adele Wimsett, a Women's Hormone Health Practitioner, to explore the powerful link between ADHD and hormone fluctuations—and why understanding the role of progesterone is key to feeling more rested, calmer and less anxious.Adele has dedicated her career to educating women and girls on harnessing the power of their cyclical nature. As a specialist in ADHD and hormonal health, she blends science and holistic approaches to help women navigate everything from menarche to menopause with more balance and ease.We discuss a fascinating qualitative study that Adele conducted, where she tracked hormone levels and ADHD symptoms in a group of perimenopausal women. We discuss the often-overlooked role of progesterone and how its decline during perimenopause can lead to intensified ADHD symptoms including anxiety, overwhelm, poor sleep and low mood.In this episode, Adele also shares her groundbreaking research, tracking hormone levels and ADHD symptoms in perimenopausal women, uncovering how declining progesterone, estrogen dominance, and hormonal imbalances can intensify ADHD traits.If you've felt like your ADHD symptoms have worsened during perimenopause or struggled to get the proper hormonal support, this episode offers you insights, education, and empowering solutions to help you reclaim your ADHD wellbeing.This episode is a call to action for you to advocate for your health, understand your body better, and seek out resources to help you manage your unique symptoms. The conversation also touches on the societal stigma surrounding women's health issues and the urgent need for a shift in how medical professionals approach hormonal health in women, particularly those who are neurodivergent.What You'll Learn:✨ How hormonal changes in perimenopause can impact ADHD symptoms✨ Why progesterone plays a crucial role in ADHD hormone health, mood regulation and emotional stability✨ The connection between estrogen dominance and ADHD symptoms in women ✨ Why histamine flare-ups are common in ADHD perimenopause ✨ Why so many women struggle to get appropriate hormonal health support✨ The urgent need for more research into the intersection of ADHD and women's health✨ How finding the right hormonal balance can help women regain better energy, clarity, and confidence✨ How to support our adrenals, stress levels and hormone health Timestamps:

On this week's ADHD Women's Wellbeing 'Wisdom' episode, we revisit part of our conversation with proud ADHDer, neurodiversity advocate and author Louise Gooding.Louise has written three books that celebrate neurodiversity and help children understand their wonderfully wired brains, including: Just Like Me: 40 Neurologically and Physically Diverse People Who Broke StereotypesThe Memory Book, a reassuring story about understanding dementiaWonderfully Wired Brains, an introduction to the world of neurodiversity.In this inspiring conversation, Louise shares how her late ADHD diagnosis unlocked her creativity and passion for storytelling, leading her to publish three books in just a few years. She opens up about the challenges of navigating an undiagnosed childhood, struggling within traditional education, and finally finding validation in her neurodivergence.Here's What You'll Learn on This Week's Wisdom Episode:✨ How Louise's ADHD diagnosis has opened up doors to creativity and given her permission to go back into education and write her books. ✨ Managing rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) and imposter syndrome as an author. ✨ The importance of writing books about neurodiversity, especially from a lived experience perspective. ✨ Finding your passion and using energy to feel good about yourself instead of bringing yourself down. Ready to swap burnout and overwhelm for balance and ease this spring? Join me for a season of ADHD Women's Wellbeing Workshops - a series of empowering workshops to activate your ADHD life, improve your wellbeing and harness your potential! https://adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/adhd-womens-wellbeing-seriesFind Kate's popular online workshops and free resources here.Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram.Follow Kate on Instagram.Mentioned in this episode:A gesture of gratitude Welcome to the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast. If this episode has helped you, please support this podcast with a gesture of gratitude. Thank you

How does ADHD impact family dynamics, emotional regulation, and communication? In this episode, Dr. Tamara Rosier, ADHD expert, coach, and author of You, Me, and Our ADHD Family, shares practical strategies for fostering healthier relationships in neurodivergent households.Through her extensive experience working with ADHD individuals and families, Dr. Rosier provides insights on emotional regulation, personal responsibility, and creating a supportive home environment - helping you navigate ADHD challenges with more awareness and harmony.What You'll Learn in this ADHD Women's Wellbeing Episode:✨ Why emotional dysregulation is a major challenge in ADHD families - and how to manage it✨ The importance of the ‘window of tolerance' in regulating emotions during stressful moments✨ How ADHD affects independence, responsibilities, and family dynamics✨ The role of self-awareness and personal responsibility in creating healthier interactions✨ Practical strategies to support neurodivergent family members while maintaining balanceTimestamps:10:30: Understanding the window of tolerance in ADHD families19:31: The Pool Metaphor: Navigating emotions and responsibility27:31: Understanding over and under-functioning in relationships36:59: Navigating new beginnings: A parent's journey to letting go45:56: Creating chosen families and healing woundsFind out more about Tamara's work via her website, adhdcenterofwestmichigan.com or via her Instagram, @dr.tamararosier.Find Kate's popular online workshops and free resources here.Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram.Follow Kate on Instagram.Takeaways:Understanding ADHD in women is crucial as it helps them embrace their unique brains and capabilities. That emotional dysregulation is a common issue in ADHD families that can disrupt harmony and relationships. How the concept of the 'window of tolerance' is essential for managing emotional responses effectively in ADHD situations. Creating a supportive environment for neurodivergent family members can help them learn to manage their own challenges better. Taking responsibility for one's emotional state is vital for maintaining healthy family dynamics during challenging times. How ADHD individuals may mature at a different rate, affecting their independence and responsibilities. Links referenced in this episode:adhdwomenswellbeing.co.ukADHD Nervous System resources: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/regulate-adhd-nervous-system

To mask or unmask? This is often a serious question that many ADHD Women face - even if only subconsciously. It's tricky because when we mask and communicate in neurotypical ways, we more easily avoid getting into “trouble” or rejected with a massive RSD hangover. But then, we may come across as inauthentic and feel like no one gets us, making us feel alone and even rejected. I won't pretend ot have all of the answers here and yet will share ideas on how to navigate what feel like complex social interactions with neurotypical folks for this time in history. Be sure to listen! In the episode I shared about my monthly 28-Day Challenge to Regulate Your Nervous System so you can focus and get it done with ADHD.  To learn more and sign up, follow this link:  https://jenbarnes.org/adhd-get-regulated-challenge/.  Note that if you are taken to a pop-up screen for a Priority Notification list, that means the registration for the upcoming month hasn't opened yet.  Join this list to be among the first notified and have the first opportunity to claim one of the 25 spots with a coupon code to get it for 50% off. AND, if you want the coupon code but the priority notification list is not available, you're welcome to join my ADHD Women Entrepreneurs' Email Club and keep an eye out for the code (and get spectacular content for ADHD Women Entrepreneurs).  Go to my website https://jenbarnes.org/ to sign up (use the pop-up). Connect with me on social media! Instagram:  @i_am_jen_barnes Youtube: @Jenbarnes Learn more about how we can work together:  www.jenbarnes.org DISCLAIMER:  This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health or medical advice.  We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice or psychotherapy.   If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency please contact emergency services in your area.  If you are in the USA, dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis line or 911 for a medical emergency.  

On this week's ADHD Women's Wellbeing 'Wisdom' episode, we revisit a clip from the incredible episode with Dr Tamara Rosier, the author of one of my favourite ADHD books, Your Brain's Not Broken. Tamara has been a college administrator, a professor, a leadership consultant, a high school teacher, a national public speaker, and an ADHD coach. Through those adventures, Dr Rosier has developed valuable insight into ADHD and how it affects one's life. As founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, she helps individuals, parents, and families develop an understanding and learn practical skills to live with ADHD effectively. Her book, Your Brain's Not Broken, provides strategies for navigating the powerful big emotional aspect of ADHD healthily. Tamara shares her experiences as a parent and ADHD coach, highlighting that emotional regulation isn't just about anger; it's about navigating the intense feelings that can arise in various situations. Join us as we unpack practical strategies for recognizing and managing these emotions, making our week ahead a little smoother.What You'll Learn:✨ How our big emotions, embarrassment, and shame impact emotional regulation.✨ Practical strategies to regulate overwhelming emotions.✨ The role of the prefrontal cortex—your brain's "butler"—in calming and sequencing thoughts.

Welcome back to a newly relaunched ADHD Women's Wisdom episode! These are snippets from previous guests, bringing back their wisdom from the conversation so you can re-process their fascinating insights and essential knowledge to empower you with more awareness and support. If you've had ongoing and unexplained chronic pain, fatigue, gut issues, dizziness, anxiety, dislocations, sprains or aching joints, you may be interested in this week's episode discussing the intersection of Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes, Hypermobility and neurodivergence. This week's Wisdom guest is Dr Jessica Eccles, a Clinical Senior Lecturer at Brighton and Sussex Medical School in the Department of Neuroscience. Her research is on brain-body interactions, particularly related to joint hypermobility. She is an adult liaison psychiatrist and consultant in the Sussex Neurodevelopmental Service and co-lead of their Neurodivergent Brain Body Clinic.Dr. Eccles highlights the prevalence of hypermobility and its association with various symptoms, including chronic pain and fatigue, which can significantly impact individuals' quality of life. Furthermore, she emphasizes the importance of understanding these interconnections, particularly as they relate to neurodivergent individuals who may experience compounded difficulties. On today's ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, Kate Moryoussef and Dr Jessica Eccles talk about: The intricate relationship between neurodivergence and hypermobility. The complexities surrounding hypermobility, including its diagnosis and associated symptoms. Resources that can facilitate understanding and management of hypermobility symptoms. The prevalence of hypermobility in neurodivergent populations emphasises the need for further research. Individuals with hypermobility may experience a spectrum of symptoms requiring tailored management strategies. Advocating for increased awareness and education among healthcare providers regarding hypermobility and its implications. What is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS)The symptoms, challenges and advantages of hypermobilityThe link between (H)EDS, hypermobility and ADHD/neurodivergenceSide effects of hypermobilityThe interlinks of hypermobility and neurodivergenceHormones, EDS and hypermobility frequency in women and how it presents differently in menFibromyalgia, hypermobility and ADHD connectionsLooking for support? Join my brand-new online coaching programme, From Burnout to Activating Your ADHD Brilliance. Starting on 3rd March, this will be an intimate and personalised coaching experience for only 10 women. Find Kate's popular online workshops and free resources here.Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram.Follow Kate on Instagram.Companies mentioned in this episode: EDS UK EDS Society SEDS Connective Links referenced in this episode:

Living with ADHD—or loving someone who does—can feel like riding a pendulum that swings endlessly between “not enough” and “too much.” But what if you could step off and find the sweet spot in the middle? Enter Kate Moryoussef, host of the award-winning ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, who has not only pretty-much mastered living her “Just Right” life but has also inspired countless others—including me—to do the same.In this episode, Kate shares how her 2020 diagnosis (and her daughter's!) completely reframed her life, helping her develop a new approach built on small but powerful tweaks that deliver life-enhancing results. We also dig into how a considered supplement routine, and tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) can calm ADHD overwhelm, and why self-awareness and honest communication are crucial in managing relationships.Kate's energy is infectious, her insights actionable, and her message is simple: ADHD isn't an excuse—it's an explanation. The key is the willingness to try new things, and when you find the tweaks that work, you really can unlock your potential! Whether you've just been diagnosed, are supporting someone with ADHD, or simply want to live a more joyful, balanced life, this episode has finding personal Enoughess at its core.Guest:@kate_moryoussef@adhd_womenswellbeing_podWebsite: ADHD Women's WellbeingKate's PodcastADHD Women's Wellbeing PodcastKate's Supplement reccs:Get DopaSaffrosun CalmHerbtenderMy supplement reccs:VivaNMNDirtea Lion's ManePlease subscribe, follow and leave us a review. It really helps people find us. The Enoughness with Melanie Rickey.Produced and edited by Steve Hankey. The podcast is recorded at 1 Warwick in Soho, a welcoming club for members and visitors alike, and the home of The Enoughness with Melanie Rickey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, I reflect on the journey of The Toolkit Podcast as it comes to an end. While this decision wasn't easy, it stems from a deep desire to make valuable content on ADHD Women's Wellbeing more inclusive and accessible to everyone.Tune in to hear more about:✨ Why I decided to transition from The Toolkit Podcast.✨ The new Wisdom Episodes format and how it will provide accessible, guest-driven insights.✨ What's next for the podcast, with shorter episodes on Mondays and long-form episodes continuing on Thursdays.✨ What to expect if you're a Toolkit subscriber.Timestamps:01:45 - Reflecting on the journey of The Toolkit Podcast03:43 - Introduction to The Wisdom Episodes04:04 - Looking forward to what's nextJoin Us in This New Chapter!Stay tuned for The Wisdom Episodes and continue growing with us every Monday and Thursday. Thank you for being part of this journey—we couldn't have done it without you!Cancel the subscription from your end hereHave a look at some of Kate's workshops and free resources here. Kate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD Lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed ADHD women find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity. Follow the podcast on Instagram here.Follow Kate on Instagram here.Find Kate's resources on ADDitude magazine here.

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