FINDtheADHDgirls Podcast

Dr. Gilly Kahn is a psychologist, mom, writer—and a committed partner of FINDtheADHDgirls. She also contributed a powerful, detail-packed letter to our book, Letters to Our Younger Self. In this episode, Dr. Kahn shares what it was like to grow up with undiagnosed ADHD and how writing her letter brought old memories into sharper focus. We talk about the “true ADHD fashion” of putting things off, w...

In this episode of FINDtheADHDgirls, Cynthia Hammer talks with Lindsey—an ADHD advocate and school teacher—and her 12-year-old daughter, Arianna, about what early ADHD diagnosis can look like when it’s handled with support instead of shame. They discuss twice-exceptional (2e) kids who are both gifted and have ADHD, the stigma schools still attach to 504 plans, and the accommodations that actually...

In this episode of the FINDtheADHDgirls podcast, Cynthia Hammer speaks with Pippa Simou , a UK-based chartered coaching psychologist and contributor to the book Letters to My Young Self . Pippa shares why she chose to write a letter to her younger self and what it was like growing up feeling “different” without understanding why. She reflects on masking, emotional sensitivity, over-efforting, and...

In this episode, Cynthia Hammer, founder of FINDtheADHDgirls , talks with Angelina Tilley , a mom who recognized the subtle signs of inattentive ADHD in her daughter and pushed for early diagnosis. Angelina shares how her own late ADHD diagnosis gave her the tools to see the patterns in her child—meltdowns at home, emotional overwhelm, sensory sensitivities, and struggles with focus that weren’t d...

Why are so many smart, capable girls with ADHD struggling—and going unnoticed? In this episode, board-certified educational therapist Rachel Kapp breaks down how executive function challenges present in girls, why they're so often misinterpreted, and how educational therapy offers a path toward confidence, clarity, and independence. From masking and late diagnosis to supporting moms with ADHD...

Why are so many girls with ADHD missed until after puberty? What do hormones have to do with it? In this episode, Professor J.J. Sandra Kooij — a pioneering psychiatrist and global ADHD researcher — breaks down how hormonal changes across a woman’s life can affect ADHD symptoms. From early puberty to perimenopause, she explains how estrogen impacts mood, focus, and long-term health. We also explor...

What if your daughter seems social, happy, and successful—but still feels completely alone inside? In this episode of the FIND the ADHD Girls podcast, Cynthia Hammer speaks with Dana Dzamic—ADHD coach, consultant, and mother—about the quiet pain of masking and loneliness in girls with ADHD. Dana explains how these challenges begin in early childhood, why they’re so often overlooked, and how maskin...

In this episode, developmental pediatrician and mindfulness expert Dr. Mark Bertin joins us to unpack the real reasons so many girls with ADHD are missed—especially those with inattentive symptoms. We explore:  🧠 Why girls often go undiagnosed until later  📘 How executive function delays show up in everyday life  😟 The overlap between anxiety and ADHD  💊 Medication myths and what families real...

How do we teach emotional regulation to kids with ADHD—when so many of us as parents are still learning it ourselves? In this rich and practical conversation, ADHD educator and life coach Dana Crews joins Cynthia Hammer to talk about what emotional regulation really looks like in daily life. From teaching kids to name and explore their emotions, to co-regulation strategies, realistic expectations,...

In this episode of the FINDtheADHDGirls podcast, guest interviewer Katherine Ellison sits down with Kelly Pickens, a family nurse practitioner who didn’t discover her own ADHD until her late 40s. Kelly shares how that diagnosis not only transformed her life, but also helped her understand and advocate for her neurodivergent children. She opens up about the emotional toll of being undiagnosed for d...

Katy opens up about her struggles before diagnosis, how stereotypes delayed recognition, and what changed once she understood her brain. As a mother, coach, and graduate student in mental health counseling, she’s now helping other women and girls feel seen, supported, and empowered. We cover it all: ✨ The grief and relief of a late ADHD diagnosis ✨ What her childhood report cards revealed in hin...

In this powerful interview, Dr. Stephen Faraone — Distinguished Professor, Harvard lecturer, and President of the World Federation on ADHD — joins us to unpack decades of research, persistent myths, and why early treatment can be life-changing for girls with inattentive ADHD. We cover: ✅ Why girls are still underdiagnosed ✅ Why “quiet” doesn’t mean “okay” ✅ The science behind ADHD medications...

What happens when a brilliant, driven girl grows up without knowing she has ADHD? Diann Wingert knows firsthand. In this unforgettable episode, Cynthia from FINDtheADHDgirls talks with Diann Wingert—former psychotherapist, ADHD coach, and host of the ADHD-ish podcast—about her late diagnosis, decades of masking, and how she finally turned ADHD into her unfair advantage. Together, they unpack: Why...

ADHD, Public Speaking & Embracing Neurodiversity with Sammie Walker Herrera In this episode, we sit down with Sammy Walker Herrera, an ADHD public speaking coach who has worked with industry giants like Amazon, Google, and Hitachi. Diagnosed with ADHD at 26, Sammy shares how their diagnosis reshaped their self-perception, reduced shame, and opened doors to greater self-acceptance. 🌟 What you’...

Why are so many girls with ADHD still being overlooked? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley and one of the leading researchers on ADHD in girls. Dr. Hinshaw shares groundbreaking insights from his 25-year longitudinal study, revealing how undiagnosed and untreated ADHD in girls can lead to devastating outcomes—including academ...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Gilly Khan—psychologist, writer, mother, and ADHD expert—to explore the overlooked realities of ADHD in girls and women. Dr. Khan shares her personal journey of being diagnosed at 33, the emotional truths of living with ADHD, and why early diagnosis is critical for young girls. We dive into the challenges of emotional dysregulation, the stigma surrounding ADHD...

For years, ADHD has been associated with hyperactive boys, leaving countless girls struggling unnoticed. In this episode, Katherine Ellison sits down with Dr. Sarah Cheyette, a renowned pediatric neurologist and ADHD expert, to discuss why girls are still being overlooked, how ADHD presents differently in them, and why early diagnosis is crucial. Dr. Cheyette shares insights from her years of expe...

In this interview, Mary Anne Richey, a school psychologist with over 27 years of experience and author of Raising Girls with ADHD, discusses the evolving understanding of ADHD in girls. She shares insights into the challenges of diagnosing ADHD in girls, especially in relation to societal expectations and the lack of research focused on them. Mary Anne explores the impact of late diagnoses, the im...

In this interview, Dr. Carrie Jackson, a San Diego-based ADHD specialist and graduate instructor at the University of San Diego, shares her personal and professional journey with ADHD. Dr. Jackson was diagnosed with ADHD after graduate school, inspiring her to help others, especially parents and their children, navigate ADHD's challenges. She notes an increase in girls receiving ADHD diagnose...

In this interview, Dr. Matt Zekreski, a psychologist and neurodiversity advocate from Susquehanna, New Jersey, shares his expertise on supporting neurodiverse individuals, particularly those with ADHD. He discusses his work at the Neurodiversity Clinic, where he offers therapy, advocacy, and coaching. Dr. Zekreski emphasizes the need to adapt environments to meet neurodiverse needs, explores gende...

In this episode, Cynthia Hammer, founder of Inattentive ADHD Coalition and FINDtheADHDGirls has the pleasure of speaking with Moonlake Lee, founder and director of Unlocking ADHD, a prominent organization based in Singapore. Diagnosed with ADHD at 50, Moonlake shares her journey of late diagnosis, the challenges she faced, and how discovering ADHD in her daughter led her to reevaluate her own life...

In this interview, developmental pediatrician Dr. Nerissa Bauer shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at age 47, highlighting how her career and experiences as a mother led to the realization. She discusses the challenges women with ADHD face, including masking symptoms and the impact on mental health. Dr. Bauer emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis, comprehensive care pl...

Description: In this insightful interview, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Katherine Ellison shares her personal journey with ADHD, offering a candid look into the challenges and rewards of parenting a child with the condition while managing her own diagnosis. Ellison delves into the process of self-discovery that ADHD has sparked in her life, highlighting how it has shaped her understanding of...

Join Katherine Ellison as she interviews Dr. Lotta Borg Skoglund, a Swedish psychiatrist and associate professor at Uppsala University, about her groundbreaking research on ADHD in girls and women. Dr. Skoglund discusses the importance of early diagnosis, gender-specific screening tools, and the impact of hormonal cycles on ADHD symptoms. She also introduces "Letter Life," an app designe...

In this insightful interview, author and journalist Katherine Ellison sits down with Andrea Chronis-Toscano, a leading researcher in Maryland. Her research focuses broadly on understanding early predictors of developmental outcomes for children with. Andrea shares details of a five-year study conducted with Children's National Medical Center, focusing on the intersection of parental ADHD and...