ADHD &...with Jorie Houlihan

What happens when you finally get an ADHD diagnosis at 49? In the very first episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, I share my personal story of living decades with guilt, procrastination, and shame before realizing I wasn’t lazy—I had ADHD. From forgotten appointments and abandoned planners to the surprising role TikTok played in me finally getting my diagnosis, this episode is about what it...

As we head into the holidays and new year, people with ADHD face unique pressure around goal-setting and resolutions. In this bonus episode, Jorie delivers an honest, compassionate pep talk about what it really means to work with your ADHD instead of against it. What You'll Learn ✓ The New Year's ADHD Trap – Why resolutions feel impossible and how to reframe them ✓ The Two Types of ADHD Goal-Sette...

Ever feel like the manual for navigating life and relationships with an ADHD brain was missing a few pages? You’re not alone. In this episode of ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan , ADHD coach and host Jorie Houlihan welcomes Dr. Robin Buckley, a clinical psychologist , executive coach, and author of Marriage, Inc. They dive into powerful cognitive behavioral strategies to help high-achieving ADHD...

In this episode, ADHD coach Jorie Houlihan dives deep into why ADHD brains experience decision fatigue differently and more intensely than neurotypical brains. You'll discover some of the neurological reasons decision fatigue hits ADHD women harder—from executive function challenges to working memory limitations, perfectionism, and time blindness. Beyond understanding the "why," this episode deliv...

In this special holiday edition of the ADHD & ... podcast, host Jorie Houlihan welcomes back productivity expert Ronna Belinky to tackle one of the most overwhelming times of year for people with ADHD. This episode dives deep into the executive functioning challenges that make holidays chaotic—from holiday cards and cookie baking to impulse shopping and emotional dysregulation. Jorie and Ronna...

Traditional gratitude practices often fail women with ADHD—not because we're ungrateful, but because they weren't designed for how our brains work. This Thanksgiving episode explores why conventional gratitude journals collect dust and reveals authentic, ADHD-friendly approaches to thankfulness that actually stick. Discover gratitude strategies that honor rejection sensitivity, emotional dysregula...

Discover how body doubling—having another person present while you work—can transform your productivity and help you tackle tasks that feel impossible alone. In this episode, Jorie Houlihan explores the science behind why body doubling works for ADHD brains, shares practical ways to incorporate it into your daily life, and provides tips for finding your perfect body doubling match. WHAT YOU'LL LEA...

Professional organizer Mindy Leonard (Super Organized Spaces) joins Jorie to talk about organizing for real life—especially for ADHD brains. From ditching perfectionism and people-pleasing to designing simple, sustainable systems, Mindy shares how empathy, personalization, and tiny wins create big transformation. You’ll learn how to start where there’s zero sentimental attachment, use timed breaks...

In this practical episode, Jorie Houlihan breaks down why externalizing thoughts is crucial for ADHD brains and how to create simple systems that actually work. Learn why your working memory struggles, how to stop losing brilliant ideas, and discover foolproof strategies for remembering what matters—without creating complicated systems you'll never stick to. Don’t Miss This If this episode spoke t...

This week—very on-theme for Halloween—we’re talking about masking: the learned habit of covering or changing parts of yourself to meet outside expectations. Jorie breaks down why masking is so common for ADHDers (especially women), how it shows up in everyday life, and how to begin dropping the mask safely. Expect compassionate, practical steps you can use right away. In this episode: What “maskin...

If you’ve ever bought another planner hoping it would finally fix your chaos - this one’s for you. Productivity expert Ronna Belinky joins Jorie to talk about why organization doesn’t have to be complicated and why one-size-fits-all systems never work for ADHD brains. They dig into perfectionism, motivation, energy management, and the emotional side of decluttering your workflow. You’ll learn: Why...

What happens when you finally get an ADHD diagnosis at 49? In the very first episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, I share my personal story of living decades with guilt, procrastination, and shame before realizing I wasn’t lazy—I had ADHD. From forgotten appointments and abandoned planners to the surprising role TikTok played in me finally getting my diagnosis, this episode is about what it...

What happens when a high-achieving woman is finally diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood? In this episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, I talk with Gigi Verrey—digital creator, actor, financial advisor, and advocate for limb difference—about how her diagnosis changed everything. We dive into the relief and grief that come with finally having answers, the hidden ways women mask ADHD, and how trai...

Ever wonder why it’s so hard to start something — even when you want to do it? It’s not about effort or caring enough. It’s about chemistry. In this episode of ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, we look at dopamine and norepinephrine — the neurotransmitters that drive motivation, focus, and follow-through. You’ll learn how ADHD brains process reward, why urgency and interest activate us, and how to...

If you’ve ever said, “I’ll just do this for 10 minutes,” and suddenly hours disappear, this episode is for you. In ADHD &… with Jorie Houlihan, we’re unpacking what time blindness really is — a neurological difference that changes how ADHD brains perceive and track time. You’ll learn why ADHD often feels like living in “now” or “not now,” how hyperfocus warps your sense of time, and simple way...

Ever feel like everyone else got the manual for life—and yours was missing pages? You’re not alone. ADHD &... is a podcast for women diagnosed with ADHD later in life who are ready to stop feeling stuck and start working with their brains, not against them. Hosted by ADHD life coach Jorie Houlihan, this show offers short, shame-free episodes with relatable insights, practical strategies, live...