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Getting an ADHD diagnosis isn’t always a straightforward path, and for many, it can feel confusing, overwhelming, or simply out of reach. In this week's episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, I’m joined by Vicki George, specialist nurse and founder of The ADHD Nurse, who’s working to make ADHD assessments more accessible, inclusive and compassionate, especially for women and adolescents. This is a practical, myth‑busting and empowering episode for anyone who feels stuck or confused by the ADHD assessment process, is unsure who can assess them or whether their past diagnosis was thorough enough, feels uncomfortable being asked to involve family, is exploring non‑medication approaches, or is navigating perimenopause and wondering how hormonal changes affect ADHD and treatment. Grab the last few tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event!Click here to book your ticket for a full day of community, connection, awareness and growth. Key Takeaways: Why psychiatrists aren't the only professionals who can assess and diagnose ADHDWhat it means to be an “appropriately trained” ADHD assessor under NICE guidelinesWhy the current system can feel inconsistent or subjectiveThe need for neurodevelopmental assessments, not just standalone ADHD or autismHow ADHD assessments should ideally be carried out using tools like the DIVAWhy family input is requested in assessments, despite sometimes complicating the processA deeper look at the role of hormones in ADHD, especially for women in midlifeClarifying the confusion around medication and how it needs to consider hormonal shiftsExploring non-medication pathways (e.g. nutrition, mindfulness, exercise, nervous system support)How stigma and misunderstanding still shape people’s experience of diagnosis and treatment Timestamps: 04:30 - Navigating ADHD Assessments: Evolving Perspectives17:56 - Understanding ADHD Diagnosis and Stigma22:54 - Navigating ADHD Diagnosis and Advocacy25:29 - Exploring Hormonal Interventions for ADHD in Women36:56 - The Beginning of a New Understanding Today's episode sponsors: The ADHD Weasel The ADHD Weasel is a weekly email delivering support straight

In this week's More Yourself episode, I wanted to share a snippet from a recent guest workshop in the More Yourself Community. In this clip, Belinda Edington, executive functioning coach and director of MindSpark CIC, joined the More Yourself Community to offer a gentle yet powerful reframing of what executive functioning really is and what it means for women with ADHD. If you’ve ever wondered why things that seem simple for others, like starting tasks, managing time, or staying focused, feel impossibly hard, this session brings clarity, compassion, and hope. Belinda breaks down the science behind executive functioning and helps us move away from shame or self-blame towards understanding and support. In this clip, we explore: How executive function skills show up in everyday lifeThe difference between knowing what to do and being able to do itThe connection between ADHD, emotional regulation, memory and motivationWhy struggles with focus, planning or impulsivity are not personal failingsThe role of compassion and scaffolding in building executive functioning skills Timestamps: 05:46– What is Executive Functioning?07:03 – Metacognition and Memory Explained13:00 – Time Blindness16:18 – ADHD and Misdiagnosis17:00 – Reframing Laziness17:55 – Neuroplasticity and Building New Skills18:35 – Tools to Support Executive Function This is a reminder that your challenges are not about willpower; they’re about brain function. And the more we understand, the more we can begin to support ourselves in ways that actually work. If this snippet resonated, you can watch the full session and join future workshops inside the More Yourself community. Sign up here. Tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are ON SALE!We're excited to offer you a full day of real-life connection, calm, and community for women diagnosed late in life who are ready to feel understood, supported, and seen. Kate will be joined by two ADHD expert guest speakers, Hannah Miller and Dr Hannah Cullen! You can expect: Honest, thoughtful, informative conversationsConnection with like-minded, late-diagnosed ADHD womenInformation on hormones, energy levels and nervous system regulationA space to come back to yourself, with women who truly get it Event details: Friday March 6th 2026, 10:00am – 15:30pm in Wilmslow (near Manchester). Book your ticket or find out more information here! 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...

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), pervasive drive for autonomy, is a deeply misunderstood and often overlooked profile within the neurodivergent spectrum. For many families, living with PDA can feel confusing, isolating, and emotionally overwhelming, especially when traditional parenting approaches seem to make things harder, not easier. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Dr. Casey Ehrlich, a researcher, coach, and mother to two PDA children, who brings both personal insight and professional expertise to help us reframe what’s really going on beneath the behaviours. If you’ve ever been told your child is “oppositional” or “defiant,” or your child resists even basic everyday requests, from brushing their teeth to getting dressed, or you're exhausted from trying to get it “right,” and you’re starting to question the very foundations of what parenting is “supposed” to look like... This conversation is for you. With the right support and education, children with PDA can thrive. And as parents, we can begin to feel more resourced, more connected, and far less alone in supporting our kids. Tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are ON SALE!Click here to book your ticket for a full day of community, connection, awareness and growth. Key Takeaways: Why Casey prefers the term "pervasive drive for autonomy"How PDA can override even basic needs like eating, hygiene and safetyWhy traditional parenting approaches often backfire and what to try insteadThe four observable PDA traits: survival drive for autonomy, equalising, masking, and need for undivided attentionHow PDA differs from Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)What nervous system dysregulation looks like in PDA children and how to support itThe emotional toll on parents and how to care for yourself tooHow animals can support emotional regulation for PDA kidsWhat PDA can look like in adulthood (and why it's often misread as narcissism or avoidance) Timestamps 07:01: A Deep Dive into Pervasive Drive for Autonomy12:22: Understanding Oppositional Defiance and PDA18:13: The Journey of Parenting Neurodivergent Children23:34: A Paradigm Shift to Parenting PDA Kids26:51: Understanding PDA and Burnout35:57: Nervous System Activation in Parenting and Adult Life41:21: The Impact of PDA on Relationships47:54: Navigating Parental Challenges Tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are ON SALE!We're so excited to be offering you a full day of real-life connection, calm, and community for late-diagnosed women ready to feel understood, supported, and seen. Kate will be joined by two ADHD expert guest speakers, Hannah Miller and Dr Hannah Cullen! You can expect: Honest, thoughtful, informative conversationsConnection with like-minded, late-diagnosed ADHD womenInformation on hormones, energy levels and nervous system regulationA space to come back to yourself, with women who truly get it Event details: Friday, March 6th 2026, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm in Wilmslow (near Manchester). Book your...

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of “finding your purpose, make some time for a walk or coffee and get your headphones in! In this week's episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, I’m joined by the wonderful Hannah Miller: author of The Purpose Pursuit™ book, speaker, accredited coach, and founder of Sidekick, an organisation built to help people understand their strengths and pursue purpose in a grounded, authentic way. Together, we explore what purpose really means: tuning into the moments that make you feel alive, aligned, and like yourself again, rather than chasing a perfect life plan or making pressure-filled decisions Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or are in a season of reinvention, Hannah’s insights offer a compassionate and practical guide for uncovering what matters to you, and how to move forward with clarity and self-trust. Tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are now available!Click here to book your ticket for a full day of community, connection, awareness and growth. Key Takeaways: Why purpose doesn’t have to be big or overwhelmin but can live in everyday momentsHow The Purpose Pursuit can help you reconnect with your strengths, values, and prioritiesRecognising and gently shifting limiting beliefs, excuses, and self-sabotageADHD, perfectionism, and why burnout happens even when we love what we doSimple tools to identify your natural strengths and reframe your challengesHow seeing yourself through others’ eyes can support personal growthWhy joy, flow, and energy are important clues to a more meaningful lifeHelping women and girls move away from perfectionism and fear of mistakesUnderstanding the difference between good, bad, and wise decisionsNavigating seasons of change in your career, identity, or directionWhy asking “What’s next?” is more freeing than needing all the answers Timestamps: 04:41 - Navigating Purpose: A Journey of Self-Discovery18:10 - Harnessing Strengths for Growth29:54 - Understanding Purpose and Perfectionism38:50 - Decision Making and Wisdom Tickets to our first ADHD Women's Wellbeing Live Event are ON SALE!We're so excited to be offering you a full day of real-life connection, calm, and community for late-diagnosed women ready to feel understood, supported, and seen. Kate will be joined by two ADHD expert guest speakers, Hannah Miller (this week's podcast guest!!) and Dr Hannah Cullen! You can expect: Honest, thoughtful, informative conversationsConnection with like-minded, late-diagnosed ADHD womenInformation on hormones, energy levels and nervous system regulationA space to come back to yourself, with women who truly get it Event details: Friday, March 6th 2026, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm in Wilmslow (near Manchester). Book your ticket or find out more information a href="https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/adhdww-live-event"...

For our first More Yourself episode of the year, I wanted to share with you the quiet but powerful commitment I have made to myself to prioritise my inner peace above everything else this year. In this episode, I reflect on the pull I felt to be productive and perform in 2025, and how this year I am choosing to follow invitations that are aligned with my values, that encourage a state of flow, and to step into the version of me which feels most true. This year, I am hopeful that more of us will begin to drop the mask, give ourselves permission to follow what lights us up and to reclaim peace as a daily, radical act of self-trust. In this episode, I explore:How I’m actively prioritising inner peace, and what that looks like in practiceWhy I’ve stopped making decisions that go against my nervous systemWhat flow means to me, and how the podcast became a surprising example of itThe power of doing more of what feels effortless, energising and easefulWhy this year isn’t about fixing or achieving, but about remembering what brings us aliveHow ADHD awareness continues to evolve and the links to hormones, inflammation, pain, anxiety, addiction and more I hope this episode helps you to reflect on what brings you peace and a sense of flow, so that you can move through this year with more softness, more honesty, and more joy? Tickets to our first LIVE ADHD Women's Wellbeing Event are ON SALE!We're so excited to be offering you a full day of real-life connection, calm, and community for late-diagnosed women ready to feel understood, supported, and seen. Kate will be joined by two ADHD expert guest speakers, Hannah Miller (this weeks podcast guest!!) and Dr Hannah Cullen! You can expect: Honest, thoughtful, informative conversationsConnection with like-minded, late-diagnosed ADHD womenInformation on hormones, energy levels and nervous system regulationA space to come back to yourself, with women who truly get it Event details: Friday March 6th 2026, 10:00am – 15:30pm in Wilmslow (near Manchester). Book your ticket or find out more information here! 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 youLearn 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 sessions To join for £26 a month, click here. To join for £286 for a year (a whole month free!), a...

In this week’s episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, Kate is joined by Dr Judith Mohring, an internationally respected consultant organisational psychiatrist, coach, therapist and trainer with over 25 years’ experience working across clinical, leadership and organisational settings. Judith brings a deeply compassionate and clinically grounded perspective to understanding ADHD in women, particularly through the lens of hormones, emotional regulation, stress and life stages. Drawing on her work training clinicians, leaders and organisations, and her passion for psychoeducation, this conversation gently challenges the idea that ADHD is static or one-size-fits-all. My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: What it really means for neurodivergence to be diverseThe role hormonal changes (including perimenopause, PMDD and postmenopause depression) play in emotional overwhelm for womenThe impact of falling progesterone during perimenopause on ADHD symptoms, anxiety and emotional regulationWhy emotional regulation can feel more difficult during periods of stress, ageing or major life transitionsThe value of ADHD psychoeducation and neurodiversity education in helping women understand their brains and advocate for mental health supportHow greater understanding of neurobiology can reshape the way we approach self-careThe practical role of DBT for ADHD, including mindfulness and emotion regulation tools, in everyday lifeHow building an ecosystem of ADHD lifestyle tools (including mindfulness, sleep, movement and community) can support long-term wellbeingWhy raising ADHD awareness and education is essential for compassionate, effective care This is a validating and empowering episode that invites you to see your ADHD not as something to fix, but as something to understand — with flexibility, curiosity, and kindness. Timestamps: 10:33: Empowering Women with ADHD: Advocacy and Support14:40: Understanding ADHD and Emotional Regulation23:08: The Ecosystem of Neurodiversity28:03: Transitioning from Medication to Holistic Wellbeing35:44: The Power of Journaling and Externalising Thoughts Join the More Yourself Community - the doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women...

In this week's wisdom episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we welcome ADHD business mentor Amanda Perry to explore returning to work and life with more ease after the holidays. As a late-diagnosed midlife woman herself, Amanda shares how her ADHD diagnosis reshaped her business, inviting us to embrace supportive tools like AI without losing our unique strengths and messaging. We discuss practical ways AI can support tasks that require executive function, such as breaking down overwhelming tasks and automating routines, so we can focus on what we love. This conversation honours the shift from "work harder" to "work smarter," helping us reduce burnout and nurture balance in our working life. My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: How Amanda's ADHD diagnosis shifted how she runs her businessThe power of using AI to automate tasks that drain our energyHow tools like projects and tasks in ChatGPT can support daily workflow and planningUnderstanding how AI can complement your strengths and overcome your challenges for the best assistanceIntentional use of AI to break down ideas, clarify your ideas, prevent burnout, and organise your timeShifting away from a 'work harder' mindset to a more efficient workflow through smarter shortcuts The key message of this episode is that AI is a tool which can complement your creativity, but isn't a replacement for it. Explore how AI can be your supportive business partner to start the year with more ease, self-compassion, and smarter systems. Timestamps: 00:34 - Understanding ADHD and Its Impact on Business04:05 - Leveraging AI for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs08:19 - Navigating Productivity Cycles09:44 - Navigating Perimenopause and Professional Life16:15 - Leveraging Ideas for Organisation and Planning18:24 - The Impact of Shortcuts: AI and Modern Living The More Yourself Community 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 youli...

In this wisdom episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we’re revisiting one of our top episodes of 2025 with clinical psychologist, Dr Russell Ramsay. Together, we explore the powerful link between ADHD and anxiety, and why so many women experience both. This conversation offers a validating look at how ADHD’s constant uncertainty can fuel anxious thoughts, self-doubt and overthinking, and why there is nothing “wrong” with you for feeling this way.​ We unpack how anxiety can act as an alarm system, what it might be trying to signal based on past experiences, and how tools like CBT, emotional labelling and distanced self-talk can help you move through anxious moments with more clarity and self-compassion. My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: Why anxiety and ADHD are so often intertwined stemming from a fear of uncertainty An explanation of why stimulants (for some people) can lower anxiety by improving focus and reducing mental chaosUnderstanding what your anxiety is trying to protect you from and how to build self-confidence Where RSD and social anxiety come from and why it they can feel more intense for ADHD womenSeeing anxiety as an alarm system rather than a personal failing to support more confident choices How tolerating discomfort can help you get started with anxiety-provoking tasksSimple tools like emotional labelling and distance self-talk to calm your inner chatter and reduce catastrophic thinking Timestamps: 00:06 - Reflecting on Previous Episodes01:55 - Understanding the Connection Between ADHD and Anxiety08:48 - Understanding Anxiety and Emotions12:06 - Managing Anxiety and Emotional Awareness14:38 - Understanding Distanced Self Talk The More Yourself Community 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 sessions To 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...

In this wisdom episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we’re revisiting one of this year’s most listened-to conversations with ADHD coach Meredith Carder, all about redefining what rest really looks like for our ADHD brains. The holiday season can feel especially intense and overwhelming, so this Christmas Day replay is a gentle reminder that you’re allowed to slow down, honour your needs, and choose rest that actually works for you.​ Together, we explore why traditional ideas of “rest” often don’t work for ADHD women and how you can start redefining recovery, energy, and self-care in ways that feel more authentic and sustainable.​ My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: What rest can look like for ADHD beyond just lying on the sofaDifferent types of rest including mental rest, active rest, and energising activities that help you reset rather than shut downHow to experiment with what truly recharges you instead of defaulting to what you think you “should” be doingWhy building confidence and self-trust is essential so you can give yourself permission to rest differently and honour your own rhythmsThe role of self-compassion in navigating low days, burnout, and motivation dips without spiralling into shame or self-criticismChallenging societal expectations about productivity, careers, and “how life should look”Honouring your needs to live in a way that genuinely supports their wellbeingThe impact of common ADHD co-occurring conditions (like anxiety and depression)How releasing shame and judgement around your needs, work, and pace can create more space for your full potential to emerge Timestamps: 00:08 - Acknowledging Challenges During Festive Seasons00:57 - The Importance of Rest for ADHD Brains04:50 - Redefining Rest for ADHD08:10 - Trusting Ourselves and Challenging Norms09:59 - Building Self-Trust in ADHD Recovery12:36 - Navigating Career Challenges with ADHD The More Yourself Community doors are now open!More Yourself is a compassionate space for late-diagnosed ADHD women to connect,

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 wellbeing Whether 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 sessions To 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...

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 rest This 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 Practices 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 sessions To join for £26 a month, a...

In this week's More Yourself episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, Kate explores one of the biggest and most powerful shifts that happens after a late ADHD diagnosis: learning to trust yourself again. This clip from the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Summer series workshop, Boosting your Self-Belief and Self-Trust after a late-in-life ADHD Diagnosis, is all about rebuilding self-belief, understanding your inner dialogue, and shifting the unhelpful stories we’ve been telling ourselves, often our whole lives. Many women diagnosed later in life carry years of internalised shame, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and chronic self-doubt. In this episode, we explore how to recognise and rewire limiting beliefs that have become your reality for so long, but may not actually be true. This conversation will help you embrace life with self-compassion, clarity, and trust in who you are, what you believe, and how you want to navigate your life. My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: Learning how to recognise, rewire, release, and rebuild beliefs to develop stronger self-trust after an ADHD diagnosisHow what we believe often shapes how we see ourselves and our realityUnderstanding how internal criticism and old thought patterns influence our choices, confidence, and emotional wellbeingThe power of self-trust and how to reconnect with your inner voice, which knows who you truly areUsing affirmations and mantras to gently shift how you speak to yourself, moving from self-doubt to self-supportUnderstanding how you want to show up, speak to yourself, and regulate your emotions with compassion and clarityWhy self-acceptance starts with awareness to make space for growthHow to reframe limiting beliefs to move towards healing and self-confidence Timestamps: 04:47: Understanding Beliefs and Self-Trust07:40: Understanding Our Beliefs and Their Impact11:06: Trusting Your Inner Voice16:53: Embracing Self-Trust If you enjoyed this clip, we'd love you to join us for our next live workshop on 16th December. Explore below to join the More Yourself community. The More Yourself Community 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 sessions To join for £26 a month, click here. To join for £286 for a year (a whole month free!), a...

You might have heard of the term "digital wellness", and for those of us with ADHD it's way more than just a buzzword - it's a necessity! That's why this week's episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we're unpacking how we can support our neurodivergent brains that are wired for stimulation! In this episode, we’re joined by Laura Willis, a digital wellness coach, speaker, and advocate! Her work focuses on helping individuals and families take back control of their screen time through mindfulness, boundaries, and education to step away from social media and reclaim mental clarity We explore the addictive nature of phones and why constant digital use can impact our focus. Laura offers practical, actionable tools to manage screen time, reduce stress, and foster healthier digital habits, for both adults and kids. My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: What is digital wellness, and why it matters, especially for ADHD brains Laura's journey away from social media and how it impacted her mental healthThe role of schools and parents in guiding healthy screen use.The HARMONY acronym for building better digital habitsHow to foster a family culture of open conversations around tech.Recognising our own phone use behaviour to model to kids Setting boundaries like screen-free times to support attention and reduce stressUsing tools like pen and paper to boost memory and avoid digital distractions.Exploring digital presentism and taking personal responsibility for tech use The impact of digital culture on high-stress professions like law and finance. From parenting tips to workplace boundaries, this conversation is packed with insight, warmth, and encouragement for anyone seeking more presence and peace in a tech-saturated world. Timestamps: 02:29: The Journey to Digital Wellness07:18: Navigating Technology and Mental Health15:29: Starting the Conversation with Children about Technology19:10: Navigating Technology and Relationships24:56: Finding Digital Harmony and Balance in Parenting and Technology33:38: The Importance of Screen-Free Breaks36:28: Reclaiming Our Digital Independence41:47: The Impact of Digital Wellbeing on Professional Life 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 sessions To join for £26 a month, a...

In this week’s episode of The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast, we’re exploring the complex and often overlooked intersection of ADHD, hormones, and women’s mental health, particularly during pivotal life transitions like perimenopause. I’m joined by Dr. Helen Wall, a GP and registered menopause specialist with the British Menopause Society. Helen is also a resident GP on BBC Breakfast, a columnist for Woman magazine, and public health clinical director in Greater Manchester. She therefore brings both clinical expertise and real-world empathy to bridge the gap between professional healthcare and accessible, compassionate advice to ensure women feel heard, understood, and properly supported. We explore why so many women feel dismissed or misdiagnosed when seeking help for emotional and physical symptoms related to hormone fluctuations, and touch on everything from progesterone sensitivity and HRT, to advocating for yourself at the GP, and the growing need for women’s health education that takes neurodiversity seriously. I discuss the crossover of ADHD and hormones in my new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, which is now available. Grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: Why so many women with ADHD report mental health declines during perimenopause, including PMDD, anxiety, and mood disorders.The connection between hormonal sensitivity and neurodivergence, and why it's often overlooked by mainstream medicine.How stereotypes and stigma contribute to late ADHD diagnosis in women, especially in midlife.The shift in how menopause is being discussed and treated post-COVID.The dangers of a "one-size-fits-all" approach to HRT and why personalised prescriptions matter.Why clinicians must join the dots between long-term anxiety and depression and undiagnosed ADHD or hormonal issues.The growing importance of patient-led care and better GP education around menopause and neurodiversity.How to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office when your concerns have been dismissed. Timestamps: 01:50 – ADHD & Hormonal Concerns04:00 – Perimenopause & Mental Health06:10 – Misconceptions About ADHD Hormones10:06 – ADHD in Women: The Hidden Struggles16:19 – Personalised HRT & Progesterone Sensitivity25:12 – Women’s Health Advocacy in Practice31:21 – Self-Advocacy for Better Treatment 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...

Have you been struggling to get out of bed lately, stick to your routines or noticed a shift in your mood as the days have got shorter? If your answer is yes, this episode is for you! In this More Yourself episode, we revisit a clip from my recent workshop about Resting Through the Seasons. We discussed the impact of natural light and seasonal shifts on sleep, circadian rhythm and emotional regulation for women with ADHD. As well as exploring the small changes you can make to have a big impact. This isn’t about quick wins or productivity hacks. It’s about understanding your body, honouring your needs, and finding rhythms that feel good to you. My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is now available, grab your copy here! Key Takeaways: How seasonal changes impact sleep, mood, and energy, especially for women with ADHDWhy morning light is a natural “medicine” that helps regulate melatonin, mood, and motivationThe role of circadian rhythms and how to work with your internal clock, not against itWhy ADHD night owls may struggle more during seasonal shiftsThe influence of hormones (e.g. HRT and progesterone) on sleep quality and emotional regulationTips for creating calming, gentle rituals and a sleep-friendly bedroom environmentWhy acknowledging the impact of seasonal change (without blame) is key to self-compassion Timestamps: 00:00: Understanding Seasonal Changes and Sleep Quality00:26: Understanding ADHD and Circadian Rhythms07:23: The Importance of Morning Light for ADHD Management12:07: The Importance of Evening Routines for Rest and Recovery15:52: Understanding Hormonal Influences on Sleep If you enjoyed this clip, we'd love you to join us for our next live workshop on 16th December. Explore below to join the More Yourself community. The More Yourself Community 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 sessions To 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...