Girls That ADHD

It’s March which means many of us may or may not have forgotten the goals we set for ourselves at the start of the year. No judgement here, we totally get the spike of motivation in January that seems to lose us when life comes back in full force. BUT, the good news is, there is no rule against re-finding your goals and working towards them at any point of the year! In this week’s episode, Anushka...

This week, your two favourite ADHD therapists are sitting down to answer the question on many minds: Why does everyone have ADHD these days? Look, we get it! There has absolutely been an increase in ADHD diagnoses in the past few years. But, contrary to popular belief, it has nothing to do with being trendy and everything to do with increased awareness and education. Exploring the complexities of...

This is a BIG question we hear VERY often as culturally-aware therapists. So, if you’ve been trying to answer this alone, this episode was made for you. It’s not unusual to see similarities between your culture and the ADHD traits often identified. Talking over one another, big expressions of emotion, multitasking, flexible perceptions of time - these can fit in either or. To help you clear any co...

Sharing your ADHD diagnosis can feel risky, dangerous, and can even lead to disappointment sometimes. BUT, preparing yourself for the worst possible outcome isn’t preparation, it’s anxiety. So, how can we ACTUALLY prepare to share this information? In this episode, we talk about how to decide who to tell, when to tell them, and why you might want to share your ADHD diagnosis in the first place. We...

From shame and sensory overload to impulsivity, emotional disconnection, and difficulty communicating needs, the effects of ADHD on sexuality and desire are CHAOTIC to say the least. We invited Natasha Lama , a registered psychotherapist and neurodivergent sex therapist to discuss ALL that comes with ADHD and sex. If you struggle with: Un(masking) in your relationships Communicating your needs Set...

This week, we are revisiting old-school Girls That ADHD! No guest speakers, just two ADHD therapists with ADHD, sharing lived experience and our expertise on all things ADHD relationships!  Whether you are: An ADHDer dating a non-ADHDer An ADHDer dating an ADHDer A non-ADHDer dating an ADHDer OR a single ADHDer navigating the dating world right now, …this episode is for you. In this episode, we di...

DISCLAIMER: This episode is filled with mini tangents and conversational pivots. If you’re looking for a scripted podcast, this isn’t for you. If you’re looking for candid, funny conversations between three therapists who just get it, then welcome! Grab a snack, a drink, and unwind with us. This week, we are joined by Mish Kumar-Jonson , a South Indian, non-binary, queer, neurodivergent, and disab...

Impulsive spending, financial avoidance, accidental missed bills - these are just some of the hidden costs of ADHD. Money and ADHD can be a messy mix. Add in the cultural rejections of having open conversations about money and there you have a successful case of shame-filled, fearful adults who are lost in the capitalist society they live in.  On a mission to normalise finance talks, we invited re...

In this week’s episode, we explore how unrecognised or unmanaged ADHD in adulthood often leads to trauma, and how parts work offers a compassionate, practical way to make sense of inner conflict and self-blame. With the incredible Caroline Burrows, an accredited Mental Health Social Worker, psychotherapist, and EMDR trainer and consultant, we had so many insightful conversations about: The struggl...

We’re baaaack!! If you’re new here, we are Anushka and Sayaka, your two ADHD therapists with ADHD, here to help you navigate the beautiful, chaotic life as an ADHDer. If you’re a returning listener, we are so happy to have you back here. In our first episode of season 3, we sat down with Dr Royan Kamyar, a physician-entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Owaves , a digital health company on a m...

In this season finale of Girls That ADHD , ADHD therapists Sayaka & Anushka explore why ADHDers struggle to celebrate themselves — and how to start. From redefining what counts as a “win” to creating dopamine-friendly rituals, we share practical ways to acknowledge your progress and end the shame spiral. To stay updated, download resources, ask questions or to give us feedback contact us on ou...

In this episode of Girls That ADHD , ADHD therapists Sayaka & Anushka explore why self-compassion is so hard for ADHDers — and how to shift from shame to support. We talk about unlearning negative self-beliefs, reframing inner criticism, giving yourself permission to rest, and building confidence through small wins and ADHD-friendly strategies. To stay updated, download resources, ask question...

In this episode of Girls That ADHD , ADHD therapists Sayaka & Anushka unpack internalised ableism — what it is, where it comes from, and how it shows up in ADHDers as burnout, perfectionism, masking, and self-blame. Learn how to recognise it, shift your self-talk, and start managing ADHD from a place of compassion, not shame. To stay updated, download resources, ask questions or to give us fee...

If your brain LOVES to spiral into worst-case scenarios and overthinking… we see you. In this episode, we explore what thought spirals look like with ADHD, why they happen, how they can derail your focus, mood, and motivation and provide practical tools and strategies you can use to get out of them. To stay updated, download resources, ask questions or to give us feedback contact us on our Instagr...

In this episode, we go deeper into understanding emotional regulation with ADHD. If you ever feel like you’re too much, numb, spiraling, or overstimulated — this one’s for you. We explore how to track your dysregulation patterns and bring yourself back to regulation and include ADHD-friendly regulation strategies that are gentle, realistic, and flexible. This episode builds on our Emotional Regula...

ADHD masking: it helps you fit in — but at what cost? In this episode, Sayaka and Anushka unpack the concept of masking with ADHD: what it is, why we do it, and how it slowly chips away at your identity, energy, and self-worth — especially for women and marginalised folks. Unmasking is scary — but it’s also the first step toward authenticity, self-acceptance, and less burnout. To stay updated, dow...

Sayaka and Anushka get real about dating with ADHD — the thrill, the burnout, and the confusion in between. From online dating dopamine loops to limerence, rejection sensitivity, masking, and the constant “am I being too much?” spiral, we dive deep into what makes modern dating so intense (and exhausting) for ADHDers. This is just the beginning — dating with ADHD is a whole journey. Let us know yo...

In this episode of Girls That ADHD, Sayaka and Anushka dive deep into the internal experience of ADHD boredom — the under-stimulation, the thought spirals, the restless body, the urge to do everything and nothing at once. We then explore ADHD-friendly strategies like pairing tasks, bilateral stimulation, and other boredom-busting tools for you to use. If you’ve ever spiraled in a moment of stillne...

Routines are essential and often feel impossible for ADHDers. In this episode of Girls That ADHD, ADHD therapists and business owners Sayaka and Anushka get real about what actually works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to building flexible, sustainable routines that support your wellbeing and goals without burning out. We cover: Throwing out neurotypical routine advice, Time-blocking by energy,...

Setting goals with ADHD doesn’t have to mean burnout. In this episode, Sayaka and Anushka — two ADHD therapists + business owners — share how they set goals that actually work for their brains. We talk: How to figure out how many goals you can manage Priorities vs “nice to haves” Breaking down goals by year/month/week/day Using lists, visuals, or bingo cards to track Being “inconsistently consiste...

On our season finale, Sayaka and Anushka talk about the importance of having a slow morning routine for your ADHD brain and provide tips on how you can build one for yourself! Please leave us a review if you’ve enjoyed our podcast so far - it really helps us reach more ADHD-ers and understand what questions you all need answered. See you next season :) To stay updated, download resources, ask ques...

Today Sayaka and Anushka break down how you can highlight your strengths as an ADHD-er during a job interview and utilise your unique ADHD traits in the workplace. This episode is packed with helpful tips and information on how you can word your traits in a positive light on your CV/Resume or at an interview, so listen with a notepad nearby! To stay updated, download resources, ask questions or to...

Today Sayaka and Anushka talk about the rollercoaster of emotions ADHD-ers feel and provide some management techniques to help emotionally regulate! We talk about the brain chemical imbalances that cause emotional control and mood changes, how ADHD can be mistaken for other disorders, hyperarousal ( unfortunately, not as sexy as it sounds ), rejection sensitivity dysphoria and constantly feeling l...

Sayaka and Anushka go further into what time blindness and time agnosia is and what it can look like for ADHD-ers; ADHD paralysis and burnout; waiting mode when you have an appointment in the middle of the day ( SPOILER: DON’T DO THIS IF YOU CAN AVOID IT ) and provide more ADHD friendly time management techniques and the importance of self-compassion and understanding your personal values when it...

In this episode, Anushka and Sayaka go through what struggling with self-monitoring and self-control can look like as ADHD-ers and provide some tips to helps plan and organise your day to day lives according to your energy levels and sensory needs. To stay updated, download resources, ask questions or to give us feedback contact us on our Instagram or TikTok @girlsthatadhd or check out our ⁠⁠⁠webs...