ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast

Casey Ehrlich, researcher, coach, and founder of At Peace Parents who grew up parenting two PDA kids. She reframes PDA as a pervasive drive for autonomy. Short takes cover why typical parenting backfires, nervous system reactions behind avoidance, four observable PDA traits, how PDA shows across the lifespan, and compassionate strategies to reduce conflict and support regulation.

Hannah Miller, an author and accredited coach, joins to explore redefining purpose in everyday life. She shares how purpose doesn't have to be overwhelming and can be found in simple moments. The discussion highlights identifying personal strengths and overcoming limiting beliefs, especially for those with ADHD. Hannah emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge in decision-making and using positive feedback to combat self-doubt. They also touch on burnout, perfectionism, and the power of self-compassion in navigating life's challenges.

This discussion delves into the transformative power of prioritizing inner peace and following what truly resonates. Listeners explore the concept of flow, learning how to align with personal energy for authentic living. The link between ADHD, hormones, and wellness is highlighted, along with practical tips for embracing self-trust and joy. Kate inspires a shift from productivity-driven goals to nurturing activities that light us up, inviting everyone to reflect on their journeys toward a more peaceful, fulfilling year.

Dr. Judith Mohring, a consultant psychiatrist and founder of ADHD Ed, shares her extensive knowledge on navigating ADHD, particularly in women. She dives into how hormonal changes during perimenopause can exacerbate ADHD symptoms and emotional overwhelm. Judith emphasizes the importance of personalized care and neurodiversity education, and introduces Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation. They discuss the impact of life stress and the need for a holistic approach to self-care, including mindfulness and executive function support.

Join ADHD business mentor Amanda Perry, who was late-diagnosed with ADHD, as she shares insights on using AI to create a more manageable work life. Amanda discusses how her diagnosis transformed her business and why embracing tools like AI can ease the burden of executive function tasks. Discover how AI can automate routines, generate ideas, and prevent burnout, all while complementing your unique strengths. Shift from a 'work harder' mindset to 'work smarter' and learn practical tips to streamline your workflow.

In this insightful discussion, Dr. Russell Ramsay, a clinical psychologist renowned for his expertise in ADHD and anxiety, explores the essential connection between the two. He explains how ADHD can act as an 'uncertainty generator' that intensifies anxious thoughts, particularly in women. The conversation dives into the role of anxiety as an adaptive alarm system, the surprising ways stimulants may help, and practical tools like emotional labeling and distanced self-talk to manage anxiety effectively, fostering self-compassion and resilience.

Meredith Carder, an ADHD coach and advocate, challenges conventional notions of rest, emphasizing that traditional downtime may not work for ADHD brains. She explores diverse forms of rest, including mental and active rest, helping listeners find energizing alternatives. The conversation also highlights the importance of self-trust and self-compassion, especially for those adjusting to a late ADHD diagnosis. Meredith encourages honoring personal rhythms rather than succumbing to societal productivity pressures, ultimately paving the way for authentic self-care.

In this insightful and empowering episode, I’m joined by Vanessa Gorelkin, an occupational therapist who brings a deeply compassionate and practical perspective to supporting ADHD, especially when it comes to emotional regulation, energy management, and creating environments that help us thrive.Together, we explore how occupational therapy (OT) can be a game-changer for adults with ADHD to help us understand our sensory needs, emotional responses, and daily rhythms. We also explore Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), two powerful frameworks that offer tools for navigating emotional ups and downs with more ease and self-compassion.My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here!Key Takeaways:What occupational therapy can look like for adults with ADHDHow DBT techniques like emotional regulation and distress tolerance can help ADHDThe importance of workplace accommodations for neurodivergent individualsEnergy management and the mental health impact of overcompensating for sensory challengesHow to identify your optimal conditions to avoid overstimulation and burnoutThe role of the sensitive nervous system and being stuck in a high-cortisol stateUsing the diving reflex to regulate your internal state (yes to sighing, cold water, and essential oils!)Why timing matters when it comes to meditation and restHow Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps us understand our behaviours and emotional triggersWhy a holistic approach is essential in ADHD therapy and wellbeingWhether you're managing anxiety, experiencing burnout, or looking for practical, holistic strategies to support your nervous system, this episode is packed with supportive takeaways for you to try!Join the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women to connect, reflect, and come home to who they really are. Sign up here!Inside the More Yourself Membership, you’ll be able to:Connect with like-minded women who understand you Learn from guest experts and practical toolsReceive compassionate prompts & gentle remindersEnjoy voice-note encouragement from KateJoin flexible meet-ups and mentoring sessionsAccess on-demand workshops and quarterly guest expert sessionsTo join for £26 a month, click here. To join for £286 for a year (a whole month free!), click here.We’ll also be walking through The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit together, exploring nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, RSD, joy, hormones, and self-trust, so the book comes alive in a supportive community setting.Links and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_pod Visit Vanessa's website or check out her Instagram (@itsvanessagorelkin)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. 

In this week’s episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we’re joined by Nick Potter, consultant osteopath and head of health and wellbeing at Brevan Howard Asset Management. Nick brings a fresh perspective on what’s really going on in our bodies, especially for neurodivergent women navigating stress, sensory overload, pain, and misdiagnosis.We talk about how the brain processes pain, why hypermobility might be affecting your nervous system more than you think, and the powerful link between chronic conditions like fatigue, fibromyalgia, migraines, and hormonal symptoms and ADHD. Key takeaways:What proprioception is and why ADHD women need to understand itThe science behind pain perception and why your brain might interpret things as worse than they areHow hypermobility and collagen differences affect proprioception (a unspoken 6th sense)Why neurodivergent women experience more chronic fatigue, pain, and hormonal symptomsThe emotional relief and reduced pain that come with a proper diagnosisThe body budget theory: how burnout happens when your energy runs low, and what to do about itHow childhood stress and trauma can change the way your nervous system responds to the worldUsing HRV (heart rate variability) as a signal for stress, illness or burnoutThe additional stress women go through from having an additional hormone (the womb), and its impact on health The importance of using anxiety and fear as a signal, not something to ignoreSimple, free tools to support your nervous system, such as resistance training, breathwork, and restThis is an empowering and validating episode which explains why your body feels like it's constantly in overdrive and help you connect the dots between your body and brain in a whole new way.My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Timestamps: 08:16: Understanding Pain and Neurodivergence11:13: Understanding Hypermobility and the Brain18:22: Understanding Burnout and Chronic Stress26:45: Understanding Women's Health and Sensitivity36:06: Starting the Day Right: Awakening the Body and Mind38:26: The Importance of Movement in Cultural PracticesJoin the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women to connect, reflect, and come home to who they really are. Sign up here!Inside the More Yourself Membership, you’ll be able to:Connect with like-minded women who understand you Learn from guest experts and practical toolsReceive compassionate prompts & gentle remindersEnjoy voice-note encouragement from KateJoin flexible meet-ups and mentoring sessionsAccess on-demand workshops and quarterly guest expert sessionsTo join for £26 a month, click here. To join for £286 for a year (a whole month free!), click here.We’ll also be walking through The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit together, exploring nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, RSD, joy, hormones, and self-trust, so the book comes alive in a supportive community setting.Links and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_pod Check out Backbone Clinic's Instagram (@backboneclinic)Read Nick's The Meaning of PainKate 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. 

Discover how to rebuild self-trust after a late ADHD diagnosis. Explore the powerful shift from internal criticism to self-compassion. Learn to identify and rewire limiting beliefs that shape your reality. Embrace discomfort as a necessary part of healing and dive into how childhood beliefs influence your self-perception. Harness the power of affirmations for positive self-talk and navigate life’s choices with clarity and confidence. This insightful discussion invites you to trust your inner voice and embrace who you truly are.