Women & ADHD

Episode 202 with Laura Kerbey.“Masking is bloody exhausting. Then again, not masking is scary because we worry people won’t like us or accept us.”Laura is an educator, consultant, and author who has been working with autistic children and young people for nearly 25 years. Laura is the founder of PAST, which stands for Positive Assessments Support and Training, and co-founder of KITE Therapeutic Learning Services, and she’s known internationally for her expertise in autism, PDA (Persistent Drive for Autonomy), and neurodivergent education.She’s also the author of several books, including the newly released “The Kids’ Simple Guide to PDA” and “The Parents’ and Professionals’ Simple Guide to PDA” as well as The (Slightly Distracted) Woman’s Guide to Living with an Adult ADHD Diagnosis, which was released this past summer. Laura brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work — she was diagnosed with ADHD in her forties and self-identifies as autistic.In this episode, Laura and I discuss:Laura’s personal journey to her ADHD diagnosis in her forties, and her self-identification as autisticWhy so many women are overlooked or misdiagnosed until adulthoodThe physical and mental impacts of masking and “seeming fine”Strategies for unmasking and advocating for oneselfThe power of reframing ADHD from “deficit” to differenceLaura is also offering a 6-week course in January for late-diagnosed and late-identifying women with ADHD, which is based on her book. For information or to register for the course: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FFKXWebsite: www.p-ast.co.ukInstagram: @laura_kerbeyFacebook: @LauraKerbeyPastLinks & Resources:The (Slightly Distracted) Woman’s Guide to Living with an Adult ADHD Diagnosis by Laura KerbeyKITE Therapeutic Learning Services- - - - - Episode edited by E Podcast ProductionsFind the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts- - - - -Women & ADHD coaching: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching- - - - -Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/katy- - - - -Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse- - - - -Did you love this episode? Click here to pledge a one-time donation to the podcast!- - - - -If you are a woman who was diagnosed with ADHD and you’d like to apply to be a guest on this podcast, visit womenandadhd.com/podcastguest.Instagram: @womenandadhdpodcastTiktok: @womenandadhdpodcastTwitter: @womenandadhdFacebook: @womenandadhdOur Sponsors:* Check out Calm: https://calm.com/WOMENADHDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-and-adhd/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 201 with Lindsey Buchanan.“ADHD doesn’t always feel like you’re the abnormal one — often it just feels like everyone else isn’t cooperating.”Lindsey is an ADHD and executive functioning coach and a member of our Women & ADHD coaching team. We talk about the surprising way she got diagnosed (spoiler: her psychiatrist sister broke it to her), the relief she felt after finally finding her people, and how self-compassion has been a cornerstone of her journey.We also talk about the role of exercise and how vital it is for ADHD brains, we talk about how Lindsey has moved past some of her shame spirals around lateness and organization, and the ways she now made a career out of helping others “unwrap their gifts” through ADHD coaching.In this episode, Lindsey and I discuss:Lindsey’s path to an adult ADHD diagnosis and how it reframed her life storyThe role of family, genetics, and self-advocacy in her journeyNavigating shame, indecision, and societal expectations as a woman with ADHDThe importance of movement, exercise, and honoring your needsHow Lindsey transitioned from the corporate world to ADHD coachingLindsey’s favorite tools and strategies for building self-awareness and self-compassion, including values work and the satisfaction wheelThe power of community, asking for help, and redefining successLindsey’s coaching philosophy: helping clients “unwrap their gifts” and integrate their strengths into daily lifeIf you love this episode and you’d like to hear even more of how Lindsey became an ADHD coach, don’t miss Episode 200 of Women & ADHD, where she shares more of her journey.Website: womenandadhd.com/lindseyLinks & Resources:Episode 200Allow Me to Interrupt: A Psychologist Reveals the Emotional Truth Behind Women's ADHD by Gilly Kahn, PhD- - - - - Episode edited by E Podcast ProductionsFind the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts- - - - -Women & ADHD coaching: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching- - - - -Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/katy- - - - -Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse- - - - -Did you love this episode? Click here to pledge a one-time donation to the podcast!- - - - -If you are a woman who was diagnosed with ADHD and you’d like to apply to be a guest on this podcast, visit womenandadhd.com/podcastguest.Instagram: @womenandadhdpodcastTiktok: @womenandadhdpodcastTwitter: @womenandadhdFacebook: @womenandadhdOur Sponsors:* Check out Calm: https://calm.com/WOMENADHDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-and-adhd/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 200 with Katy and Team Women & ADHD.“Before any of us knew we had ADHD, we were all asking the same frustrated question: ‘What’s wrong with me??’”Episode 200! 🎉 In this special milestone episode, I’m taking a moment to reflect on what I’ve learned after nearly five years of hosting this podcast and talking with hundreds of brilliant women and adults socialized as girls with ADHD. I share 10 of the most common themes I’ve observed over the years — from misdiagnosis and executive dysfunction to the healing power of community and the growing recognition that ADHD in women rarely looks the way it’s “supposed to.”Then I’m joined by a few of the incredible coaches who make up Team Women & ADHD — Emily, Taucha, and Lindsey — for a heartfelt and insightful conversation about what brought each of them to this work and why coaching can be so transformational for neurodivergent women.Together, we talk about shame, support, mindset, and what it really means to build a life that works with your brain, not against it.Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or this is your first time tuning in — thank you. I’m so glad we’re taking this journey together!Website: womenandadhd.com/coaching- - - - - Episode edited by E Podcast ProductionsFind the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts- - - - -Women & ADHD coaching: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching- - - - -Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/katy- - - - -Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse- - - - -Did you love this episode? Click here to pledge a one-time donation to the podcast!- - - - -If you are a woman who was diagnosed with ADHD and you’d like to apply to be a guest on this podcast, visit womenandadhd.com/podcastguest.Instagram: @womenandadhdpodcastTiktok: @womenandadhdpodcastTwitter: @womenandadhdFacebook: @womenandadhdOur Sponsors:* Check out Calm: https://calm.com/WOMENADHDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-and-adhd/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Shannan Palma, founder of ITI Assistive Technologies and co-leader of the Autistic Self-Reliance Support Network, shares her journey from academia to creating AI tools for neurodivergent individuals. She discusses her new app, Decide, which aids with executive functioning and decision-making. Shannan emphasizes the importance of supporting neurodivergent adults with tailored resources and highlights the intersection of AI and mental health. Hear her insights on navigating challenges, the need for community validation, and how technology can empower creativity.

Raquel Devillé, a therapist, yoga teacher, and author, shares her insights on managing neurodivergent experiences. She discusses her development of the EnCorps Method, focusing on nervous system regulation and self-acceptance. Raquel emphasizes the limitations of traditional meditation for ADHDers and highlights the benefits of movement-based practices like TRE. With personal anecdotes, she connects chronic stress and emotional dysregulation to sensory overwhelm, offering practical tools to integrate mindfulness into daily life.

Danielle Elliot, a health and science journalist diagnosed with ADHD at 36, discusses the recent surge in diagnoses among women, particularly post-pandemic. She shares her personal journey and insights from her investigative travels across the country. Topics include the societal pressures that women face, the emotional nuances of ADHD, and the need for greater understanding and support. Danielle emphasizes the importance of community, advocacy, and tailored coaching to empower women navigating ADHD.

Hey friends! I'm excited to share something different with you - an episode from another podcast called ADHD Aha! It’s produced by the people at Understood.org, and it’s hosted by Laura Key. (In fact, you might remember Laura as my guest in Episode 90 of Women & ADHD.)This episode features Jessica McCabe, the brilliant woman behind the popular YouTube channel and New York Times best-selling book, How to ADHD. Jessica talks to Laura Key about motherhood, social anxiety, and ADHD medication …- - -How to ADHD creator Jessica McCabe has been the source of many ADHD “aha” moments — so what were her ADHD “aha” moments? Jessica was diagnosed when she was 12 years old but didn’t start to look into what ADHD meant for her until she was 32. Taking ADHD medication felt like putting on glasses — experiencing the world as everyone else did. But she didn’t have the skills and strategies to cope with ADHD.So, she started making YouTube videos...and the rest is history. Listen in as Jessica answers Laura’s many questions, including: What’s it like for her to be a new mom with ADHD? Does she ever get a vulnerability hangover? And why doesn’t she think she’s cool?  Related resources:More episodes of ADHD Aha!Jessica’s YouTube channel, How to ADHDAll about ADHD medicationUnderstanding trouble with social skillsOur Sponsors:* Check out Calm: https://calm.com/WOMENADHDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-and-adhd/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lisa Dee, an Irish health and fitness coach based in London, shares her inspiring journey after being diagnosed with ADHD. She emphasizes that women with ADHD deserve to be healthy and happy, rejecting the doom-and-gloom narrative. Lisa introduces flexible, ADHD-friendly health strategies that prioritize joy and self-compassion over rigid routines. She discusses the unique challenges of ADHD in fitness, highlighting the importance of fun and sustainable habits. Listeners are encouraged to find personal empowerment through movement and community support.

In this chat, Natalie Baker, a licensed psychotherapist and brain health coach, dives into the transformative world of neurofeedback. She shares how this innovative therapy can help people with ADHD and anxiety manage their symptoms through brain training. Natalie also discusses the unique challenges women face with ADHD, especially during perimenopause. By blending Western psychology with Eastern meditation, she emphasizes a holistic approach to mental health. Plus, she offers practical insights for those curious about neurofeedback's potential benefits!

Episode 194 with Unami Magwenzi.“I always felt like something didn’t quite click for me. I was capable and doing all these things professionally, but I never felt on top of anything.”Unami is a clinical psychologist, a pastor, a wife, and the mother of 4 children — 3 teenagers and a 5 year old. She is originally from Botswana in Southern Africa and now lives with her family in Perth, Western Australia. Unami shares how her children’s diagnoses prompted her own self-reflection, especially when it came to her struggles with focus, organization, and sensory sensitivities. She was diagnosed recently at the age of 44.We talk about some of the nuanced cultural perspectives surrounding ADHD, particularly in southern Africa versus Australia, and how those views have shaped Unami’s journey to self-acceptance. Website: hopelives.liveInstagram: @hope_lives_creationsLinks:Unami’s Shopify store: hopelivestreasures.com- - - - - Episode edited by E Podcast ProductionsFind the transcript of this episode at www.womenandadhd.com/transcripts- - - - -Small group coaching with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/groupcoaching- - - - -Work 1-on-1 with Katy: www.womenandadhd.com/coaching- - - - -Order the “Hey, it’s ADHD!” course: www.womenandadhd.com/adhdcourse- - - - -Did you love this episode? Click here to pledge a one-time donation to the podcast!- - - - -If you are a woman who was diagnosed with ADHD and you’d like to apply to be a guest on this podcast, visit womenandadhd.com/podcastguest.Instagram: @womenandadhdpodcastTiktok: @womenandadhdpodcastTwitter: @womenandadhdFacebook: @womenandadhdOur Sponsors:* Check out Calm: https://calm.com/WOMENADHDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/women-and-adhd/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy