ADHD Her Way

In this solo episode, Johanna explores the often-overlooked experience of AuDHD burnout , including why so many neurodivergent women find themselves feeling "tired but wired." Drawing on both her professional experience as a psychologist and her own lived experience, Johanna shares how burnout can develop gradually through years of overcompensating, pushing through exhaustion, ignoring capacity, a...

In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna sits down with sexologist and therapist Hilary Lindberg for a nuanced and honest conversation about sexuality, intimacy, ADHD, Autism, desire, and relationships. Together, they unpack the myths many neurodivergent individuals grow up believing about sex and intimacy, and explore how sensory needs, communication styles, emotional safety, and nervous system r...

In this episode, Johanna dives into the behind-the-scenes realities of building offers as a neurodivergent therapist, and the real reasons so many brilliant professionals struggle with follow through. Drawing from her own experiences launching webinars, courses, podcasting programs and online groups, she shares the biggest mistakes she made early on, especially trying to do too much at once . Joha...

In this episode, clinical psychologist Johanna Badenhorst shares a shift that came after stepping back and rethinking how she wanted to work, and how she could better support neurodivergent clients, and neurodivergent therapists too. She speaks to four key lessons, including why it’s so important to build a way of working that actually respects your energy, rather than slowly draining it. Moving b...

in this episode, Johanna is joined by Ewa to explore interoception , the ability to notice and understand your body’s internal signals, and how this underpins emotional regulation, especially in work and business. When this awareness is low, it becomes much harder to recognise stress, overwhelm, or fatigue early, often leading to the ADHD push–crash cycle, overcommitting, and eventual burnout. Tog...

In this episode, Johanna shares why so many people crash when things finally slow down. Drawing on both personal experience and her work as a psychologist, she explores why rest can feel uncomfortable, especially for high-achieving, neurodivergent women, and how the way we structure our work can make recovery feel unsafe. If this resonates, you’re welcome to reach out to Johanna to share what you’...

Join clinical psychologists Johanna and Marie as they explore the differences between autistic burnout vs ADHD Boom Bust Cycles (ADHD Burnout) neurodivergence, pregancy, gifted/ twice exceptional (2E) individuals, mental health, and the power of representation. Discover insights on burnout, diagnosis, support, and hope for the future. Marie Camin’s resource: shares a range of free burnout resource...

Johanna reflects on her two-year journey with ADHD Her Way, exploring the complexities of ADHD and autism, masking, internalization, and the contradictions faced by women with these neurodivergent traits. She shares personal insights, research updates, and practical resources for understanding and embracing neurodiversity. KeywordsADHD, autism, neurodiversity, masking, internalization, women, ment...

In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst interviews psychologist Sarah about her personal journey with ADHD, including her late diagnosis and the impact it has had on her self-understanding. They discuss the stigma surrounding ADHD, particularly for women, and the importance of self-acceptance and validation. The conversation also touches on the challenges of living with ADHD in a neurotypical world an...

In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna discusses the challenges of planning and goal setting for women with ADHD, especially at the start of a new year. She emphasizes the importance of understanding how ADHD affects planning, the need for flexibility in goal setting, and the significance of externalizing thoughts to manage mental load. Johanna invites listeners to a holistic year planning works...

In this deeply affirming and practical conversation, Johanna Badenhorst sits down with psychologist and neurodiversity advocate Sandhya Menon to talk about ADHD, autism, energy management, and what it actually means to support neurodivergent children and adults in a sustainable way. Sandhya shares her personal journey into psychology, how lived experience and trauma shaped her work, and why energy...

In this episode, Johanna shares a key reflection from 2025 that quietly changed how she thinks about growth, alignment, and the direction of her business. She breaks down what didn’t work, what unexpectedly did, and the insight that helped her stop forcing outcomes and start making clearer decisions. The conversation touches on community, misalignment, and why many women lose clarity not because t...

In this conversation, Johanna Badenhorst and Tina Mathams discuss the intersection of ADHD and money management, exploring how impulsivity, emotional regulation, and hormonal cycles influence financial decisions. They emphasize the importance of financial literacy, budgeting, and the need for ADHD individuals to develop practical money habits. The discussion also highlights the role of emotional s...

In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna Badenhorst reflects on her journey of starting a podcast, sharing her experiences, challenges, and the lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the benefits of podcasting, and how it has allowed her to connect with a wider audience. Johanna also discusses the upcoming workshop aimed at helping others start their own podc...

In this episode, business strategist and mum of two, Amy Pearson , opens up about navigating ADHD while building a business with purpose. From receiving her diagnosis after becoming a mother, to pivoting during the COVID pandemic, Amy shares the raw and real behind entrepreneurship. We unpack: how self-doubt can sabotage our momentum why ethical marketing actually sells better the power of niche m...

Mini Series – Part 2: Why Follow-Through Feels So Hard Hosted by Johanna Badenhorst , Clinical Psychologist turned ADHD & Productivity Mentor. Inside this episode I share:✨ Why follow-through feels harder for ADHD & AuDHD women✨ The Perfectionist–Procrastinator Loop (and how it kept me stuck)✨ How forcing productivity can actually trigger burnout✨ My recent Monday ‘spiral’ — and why I...

Building My Business With an ADHD Brain Mini Series – Part 1 Hosted by Johanna Badenhorst, Clinical Psychologist turned ADHD & Productivity Mentor, this episode opens my new mini series on what it has really looked like to build a business with an ADHD brain. I share the early chaos, the pivots, the burnout cycles, and the identity shifts that shaped ADHD Her Way, plus the systems and mindset...

In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst sits down with Caitlin Hooper , a naturopath specialising in hormonal health for neurodivergent women . Together, they unpack the powerful link between ADHD, PMDD, and hormonal fluctuations , and how these cycles influence mood, focus, and overall wellbeing. Caitlin shares her personal and professional insights into the unique hormonal challenges neurodivergent...

PMDD, ADHD, neurodivergence, women's health, mental health, holistic therapy, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, hormonal health, personal experiences In this solo episode, Johanna shares her personal experiences with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and ADHD , shining light on the often-overlooked intersection of hormonal and neurodivergent health in women. She reflects on the emotional s...

ADHD Awareness Month kicked off with a very real reminder of how chaotic life can feel with an ADHD brain from forgetting my lunch to almost setting the kitchen on fire. If you’ve ever had moments like that, you’ll know how exhausting it can be to constantly juggle, mask, and overcompensate. In this episode, I talk about: Why so many women are misdiagnosed or dismissed How ADHD and autism often sh...

In this episode, psychologist Johanna speaks with Laetitia Andrac , the co-founder and CEO of Understanding Zoe , an AI-powered app designed to support families and educators of neurodivergent children. Laetitia shares her personal journey of discovering her own ADHD and autism while navigating the challenges of parenting her daughter, Zoe. The conversation explores the importance of community sup...

In this solo episode, Johanna Badenhorst discusses the challenges ADHD entrepreneurs, creators and busy parents face with guilt-free rest. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the need for rest, understanding different types of rest, and reframing rest as an essential part of productivity and self-care. Johanna provides practical tips for implementing guilt-free rest rituals and encourages...

In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna interviews psychologist Melissa Beaton, who shares her insights on the intersection of ADHD, emotional regulation, and breath work. They discuss the importance of integrating somatic tools in therapy, the complexities of neurodivergence, and the transformative power of breath work in emotional awareness and regulation. Melissa emphasizes the need for vulner...

Summary In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst, coach and Psychologist, discusses the challenges faced by ADHD/AuDHDers when it comes to using planners and organisational systems. She shares her personal experiences with planner graveyards and emphasizes that the issue lies not within the individual but within the systems that are often not designed for ADHD brains. Johanna advocates for a compassion...

In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst reflects on her journey of podcasting, celebrating her 51st episode while discussing the challenges of consistency, especially for those with ADHD. She delves into the feelings of overwhelm and decision fatigue that often accompany ADHD, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and intentional resets. The conversation explores the neuroscience behind ADHD, p...