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In this inspiring episode, I speak with Emily Katy, author, advocate, and neurodivergent changemaker, about her powerful journey with late-diagnosed autism, ADHD, and OCD. At just 22, Emily is using her voice to spotlight the urgent need for better understanding and support for neurodivergent girls, particularly in education.

We explore how Emily’s struggles with school attendance, mental health, and being misunderstood led to her writing Girl Unmasked: How Uncovering My Autism Saved My Life. Her story is a call to action for educators, parents, and mental health professionals to rethink how we support young neurodivergent women.

What You’ll Learn:

✨ How stereotypes influence undiagnosed ADHD, autism, and OCD in girls

✨ The power of Emily's diagnosis in understanding lifelong struggles

✨ Why Emily started the ‘Not a School Skiver’ campaign to challenge harmful assumptions about school avoidance

✨ The link between neurodivergence, school attendance difficulties, and severe emotional distress

✨ How schools and the government must do better to support neurodivergent children

✨ Practical adjustments to help neurodivergent students struggling in mainstream education

✨ Why recognising undiagnosed neurodivergence is critical in mental health services

✨ How self-acceptance and diagnosis changed Emily’s life — and inspired her to write a book to help others

Timestamps:

🕒 01:56 – Emily’s diagnosis journey

🕒 04:50 – The daily challenges of living with ADHD and autism

🕒 07:11 – Why school refusal is often misunderstood

🕒 10:20 – The failures of the education system for neurodivergent students

🕒 12:01 – Why recognising neurodivergence is key in mental health

Listen now for a deeply honest, eye-opening conversation that will leave you feeling informed, moved, and motivated to spark change.

Learn more about Emily here

Read Emily's Letter to the government here

Links & Resources:

⭐ Perfectionism, Pressure, Procrastination, Productivity, and all the ADHD Ps in between! Workshop available to buy now on demand. Click here to purchase.

⭐ Book on the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshop all about 'Boosting ADHD Hormonal and Perimenopausal Wellbeing' on April 22nd @1.30pm! Click here to book.

⭐ 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!

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🌟 My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is available to preorder here 🌟

Navigating the latest neurodivergent assessments, diagnoses, treatment, and support is an ever-changing landscape, which can feel overwhelming to keep up with. So I'm delighted to welcome Dr Daniel Weisberg, a highly specialised clinical psychologist and founder of CAYP Psychology, a UK-wide psychological healthcare service, to help us better understand what we can be doing TODAY to help and support both ourselves and our children. Dr Weisberg leads a growing team of nearly 90 clinicians across 35 UK-wide clinics, supporting young people in navigating emotional, social, and neurological challenges.

With a deep background in paediatric neuropsychology and years of NHS experience, Dr Weisberg brings practical, compassionate wisdom to this conversation. We speak about the importance of building supportive environments, developing emotional resilience, and fostering connection and communication, especially for children and young people with ADHD or other neurodivergent needs.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, or simply navigating ADHD yourself, this episode will help you reflect, process, and move forward with a better understanding of your own neurodiverse patterns and traits, as well as those of the loved ones around you.

What You’ll Learn:

✨ How teachers can recognise and gently support ADHD in the classroom

✨ The emotional toll of undiagnosed ADHD and autism on self-esteem and behaviour

✨ What to look for at different ages and when to explore a diagnosis

✨ Supporting kids through anxiety, overwhelm, and big feelings

✨ Why early school environments matter and how play supports emotional wellbeing

✨ The power of child-led play for confidence, safety, and resilience

✨ Finding small moments of connection, even on the busiest days

✨ Creating calm, supportive spaces at home and school

✨ Self-care and compassion that feels real, and doable, for your family

You can find out more about the work he does via his website, or Instagram (@cayp.psychology).

Links & Resources:

⭐ Perfectionism, Pressure, Procrastination, Productivity, and all the ADHD Ps in between! Workshop available to buy now on demand. Click here to purchase.

⭐ Book on the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshop all about 'Boosting ADHD Hormonal and Perimenopausal Wellbeing' on April 22nd @1.30pm! Click here to book.

⭐ 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!

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🌟My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is available to preorder here🌟

ADHD and anxiety often go hand in hand, creating a cycle of self-doubt, overwhelm, and emotional exhaustion. In this episode, Dr. Russell Ramsay, a clinical psychologist and leading expert in adult ADHD, joins me to unpack the deep connection between ADHD and anxiety—and how to break free from the cycle.

With over two decades of research and clinical practice, Dr Ramsay shares practical tools, mindset shifts, and strategies to help women with ADHD reduce anxiety, improve self-trust, and navigate daily challenges with confidence.

The discussion also touches on the emotional regulation difficulties that accompany ADHD, as many people struggle with a history of negative self-talk and external criticism. By reframing these experiences and focusing on practical tools, we aim to empower listeners to take control of their anxiety and ADHD, embracing their unique journeys with understanding and resilience.

✨ How ADHD fuels anxiety (and how to stop the cycle)

✨ Why neurodivergent women struggle with self-doubt post-diagnosis

✨ Practical ways to manage ADHD-related anxiety with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

✨ How to personalise treatment approaches based on your unique neurodivergent experience

✨ Exploring neuro-affirming anti-anxiety techniques and the importance of finding what works for you

✨ How ADHD anxiety manifests in relationships, and what to do about it

🕒 02:06 - The link between ADHD and anxiety

🕒 11:37 - How anxiety and emotions interact

🕒 23:19 - The power of self-talk in managing anxiety

🕒 32:42 - ADHD, anxiety, and relationships

🕒 39:25 - How ADHD affects women differently

🕒 45:00 - Practical strategies for managing ADHD as a woman

This episode is full of actionable insights and self-compassionate strategies to help you feel more in control of your mind and emotions. Whether you've struggled with racing thoughts, decision paralysis, or chronic self-doubt, this episode is for you.

If you’re exhausted by the continual burnout and want to embrace your ADHD in a way that supports your well-being, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical strategies to help you move forward with more ease.

Connect with Dr. Ramsay via his website or buy his book here!

⭐ Perfectionism, Pressure, Procrastination, Productivity, and all the ADHD Ps in between! workshop available to buy now on-demand. Click here to purchase.

⭐ Book on the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshops all about 'Boosting Hormonal and Perimenopausal Wellbeing alongside ADHD' on April 22nd. Click here to book.

⭐ 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...