Neurodivergent Hormonal Sensitivity: How Understanding Your Genetics, Trauma, and ADHD Can Help You Heal with Paula Rastrick
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
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Healing ADHD Trauma Through Gentle Somatic Movement with Manuela Mitevova
🌟 My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is available to preorder here 🌟In this week's Wisdom Episode, we’re exploring the powerful connection between trauma and the body, and how gentle movement can help us release what’s been stuck for years.I’m joined by Manuela Mitevova, a somatic movement teacher who specialises in helping women release trapped emotional energy through simple, restorative movement practices.Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, or emotional overwhelm, this episode offers a gentle invitation to reconnect with your body and begin healing, one breath and one movement at a time.What You’ll Learn:Why trauma is often stored in large muscle groups built for fight and flight, e.g. the hips, core, back, and pelvisHow the core holds emotional energy due to vital organs and energy pathways (meridians)How somatic movements (like pelvic tilts and neck rolls) can support emotional releaseWhy chronic pain may be linked to unresolved trauma held in the bodyHow to begin with safe, small, simple movements to avoid burnout and maintain consistency Why self-acceptance, awareness, and patience are key Understanding that healing takes time, but gentle opens the door to long-term wellbeingTimestamps:01:57 – How trauma shows up in the body05:20 – Understanding the body’s physical response to emotional stress08:00 – Getting started with somatic movement11:19 – Why gentleness is key in healing11:49 – Creating accessible movement rituals at homeThis episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt emotionally ‘stuck’ in your body or want a more holistic way to heal and support your nervous system.Connect with Manuela Mitevova via her website, https://www.manuelamitevova.com/ or on Instagram, @manumitevovaLinks 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!Find all of Kate's popular online workshops and free resources here, including ADHD nervous System and Poly Vagal workshops here: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/regulate-adhd-nervous-systemFollow the podcast on InstagramFollow Kate on InstagramKate...
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The Power of Early ADHD Screening and Diagnosis in Girls with Cynthia Hammer
🌟 My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is available to preorder here 🌟This week, I’m joined by Cynthia Hammer, author, advocate, and founder of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition. Diagnosed with ADHD at 49, Cynthia shares her powerful story of living undiagnosed for decades and how that experience inspired her mission to raise awareness, especially for girls who are so often overlooked.We explore the emotional and practical effects of late diagnosis, why inattentive ADHD remains under-recognised, and how early intervention can make a lasting difference. Cynthia’s journey is both inspiring and validating, especially for those questioning whether ADHD has shaped their own path.Tune in to learn why early recognition matters and how it could change lives, starting with the next generation of girls.What You’ll Learn✨ Why ADHD in girls is still frequently missed or misdiagnosed due to masking and societal expectations ✨ The emotional toll of undiagnosed ADHD and misunderstanding of inattentive ADHD✨ The role of early diagnosis for ADHD girls and screening for the whole family ✨ Signs teachers and parents can look for to diagnose ADHD✨ How to shift from shame and negative self-talk to self-compassion and understanding✨ Cynthia Hammer’s personal journey with adult diagnosis and her advocacy through the Inattentive ADHD Coalition and FINDtheADHDgirls project✨ The evolution of ADHD awareness and what the future of diagnosis and support might look like✨ The power of community and advocacy to empower women in the next generation navigating ADHDTimestamps05:33 – Getting diagnosed at 49: Cynthia’s ADHD story09:39 – Why girls are so often missed in school systems16:33 – The impact of misdiagnosis and gender bias22:31 – From self-criticism to self-acceptance: Cynthia’s mindset shift28:13 – ADHD and family dynamics31:10 – The need for better ADHD screening and early supportFind out more about Cynthia and her work via her website, www.iadhd.org or via Instagram.Links and Resources:⭐ Missed the first 5 ADHD Women's Wellbeing Summer Series Workshops? You can get them all on demand now. Click here to purchase.⭐ Book on the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshop all about 'Creating ADHD 'Routines' and 'Structures' ' on June 10th @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!⭐ 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!Find all of Kate's popular online workshops and free resources...
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How Our Gut-Brain Health Affects ADHD and How to Calm Inflammation
🌟 My new book, The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit, is available to preorder here 🌟In this week's wisdom episode, I chat with Josh Dech, a holistic nutritionist and physician’s consultant, about the often-overlooked link between gut health and ADHD.Josh shares his personal journey with ADHD and severe gut issues, and how healing his digestive system transformed not only his physical health, but also his focus, energy, and emotional wellbeing. With over 300 cases of Crohn’s and Colitis reversed under his belt, Josh brings a refreshing and hopeful perspective to ADHD management through lifestyle changes.This episode is packed with practical tips and thought-provoking insights that empower you to take control of your gut - and in turn, your brain.What You’ll Learn:✨ How the gut-brain connection works through the vagus nerve and it's role in ADHD✨ The role of the gut microbiome in focus, mood, and brain inflammation✨ Josh’s personal and family experience with gut issues and understanding his body supported his healing ✨ The need for quicker research dissemination and the power of medicine and social media✨ How current research on gut health is becoming mainstream through medicine and social media✨ Practical tips to reduce brain inflammation, including sleep, stress management, routine, and exerciseTimestamps:01:53 – What is the gut-brain connection?07:05 – Josh’s journey of healing gut issues and ADHD11:51 – How your gut impacts brain chemistry14:34 - Understanding Sleep and Health ManagementTune in now if you’re curious about natural, practical ways to support your ADHD through gut health and daily wellbeing practices.Find out more about Josh and his work via his website, gutsolution.ca or via Instagram.Links and Resources:⭐ Book on to the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshop about RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) Click here to book.⭐ Perfectionism, Pressure, Procrastination, Productivity, and all the ADHD Ps in between! Workshop available to buy now on-demand. Click here to purchase.⭐ 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!Find all of Kate's popular online workshops and free resources hereFollow the podcast on InstagramFollow Kate on InstagramKate 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. Takeaways: Understanding the...
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Building Bridges: Tips for Better ADHD Connection and Relationships with Lisa Rabinowitz
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:🕒 00:59 – Understanding Neurodivergence in Relationships🕒 14:51 – The Importance of Self-Responsibility in Relationships🕒 17:32 – Navigating Neurodivergence in Relationships🕒 23:36 – Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)🕒 30:03 – Exploring Different Communication StylesYou’ll walk away with encouragement, clarity, and small steps that make a big difference, whether you’re navigating frustration, wanting to reconnect, or just looking to understand each other better.To find out more about Lisa Rabinowitz and the work she does check out her website, counselorforcouples.com or connect with her on Instagram (@rabinowitzcounseling). You can find out more about her book, Why Won't You Stop Interrupting Me? hereLinks and Resources:⭐ Boosting your Self-Belief and Self-Trust after a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis is available to buy now on-demand - Click here to purchase.⭐ Book on to the next ADHD Wellbeing Workshop all about Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria - 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!⭐ Launching September! Tired of ADHD support that doesn’t get you? My...
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