The ADHD Clarity Coach: ADHD Crash Course

Watch on YouTube here Struggling to remember simple steps—like turning on the oven or sending that important text—even when they really matter? You’re not alone. In this video, I explain what working memory is, why it’s often challenging for ADHD brains, and simple, real-world strategies you can use to stop dropping the ball. You’ll learn: - The difference between working memory and attention - Wh...

Feeling like you never get enough done—even when you’re constantly busy?  In this episode, I’m introducing the “Ta-Da List,” a simple, empowering productivity tool designed especially for ADHD brains.  Learn how this practice boosts dopamine, improves time awareness, and helps shift you out of perfectionist thinking. Whether your day was full of wins or curveballs, this tool can help you celebrate...

Emotional regulation isn’t about “staying calm”. It’s about experiencing the full range of emotions while still staying in control when we face big feelings.  In this episode, I break down emotional regulation into a powerful, practical pyramid that offers skills at each "level" : body-based, skill-based, and thought-based tools.  You’ll learn why your reactions feel so strong, why “just...

Ever spend way too long researching a “simple” decision—only to feel more confused than when you started?  You’re not alone. In this episode I talk about why ADHD brains fall into the “over-research” trap and how to get out of it.  Learn why perfectionism, attention regulation, and priority overload lead to analysis paralysis—and the tools you can use to start making “good enough” decisions with c...

Why are transitions—like stopping watching Netflix to pay bills or switching from reading to getting ready for bed—so exhausting when you have ADHD?  In this episode, I break down why transitions are uniquely challenging for people with ADHD and what you can do to make them easier. We’ll talk about: Why your brain resists change (even for things you like!) The power of a “neutral” activity between...

In this video, I unpack the myth of laziness —especially how it shows up for people with ADHD. If you've ever told yourself, “I’m just lazy,” or felt frustrated by your inability to take action, this is for you. We'll walk through my "Am I Lazy?" Flowchart, a simple self-coaching tool that helps you identify what's really getting in the way—whether it's mental fatigue...

The Perfect Planner for ADHD? Let’s Talk Time Systems That Actually Work If you’ve ever thought this planner is going to change my life... only to abandon it weeks later, you are not alone!  Today, we’re diving into the REAL reason planners often don’t work for ADHD brains—and what to do instead. In this video, I walk you through:  ✔️ The 3 essential parts of an ADHD-friendly time system ✔️ Why yo...

ADHD and Executive Functioning – The Manual vs Automatic Transmission Analogy Managing everyday tasks with ADHD can take so much more effort than we think it should! In this video, we explore an analogy that helps explain what it's like to live with ADHD: driving a manual transmission vs. an automatic. This isn't about which brain "version" is better or worse—it's about un...

Struggling to keep track of all the things? 😵‍💫 You’re not alone—and there’s a better way. In this video, ADHD coach and occupational therapist Donae introduces a powerful executive functioning tool: the Dump List Weekly Planner. This simple, ADHD-friendly system helps you organize your mental clutter, break down overwhelming tasks, and plan your week without burnout. Whether you’ve been officia...

🧠 The Perfect Planner for ADHD? Let’s Talk Time Systems That Actually Work If you’ve ever thought this planner is going to change my life... only to abandon it weeks later, you are not alone!  Today, we’re diving into the REAL reason planners often don’t work for ADHD brains—and what to do instead. In this video, I walk you through: ✔️ The 3 essential parts of an ADHD-friendly time system ✔️ Why...

🧠 ADHD in Girls: What It Really Looks Like | Real Stories & Insights 📌 What does ADHD look like in girls? Is it different from how it appears in boys? And why does it matter? In this episode, we dive deep into what ADHD can look like in girls and women—through the lens of eight real-life stories. From emotional regulation issues to sensory processing disorders, we'll uncover how ADHD im...

In this video, I explain how sensory differences between parents and children can cause guilt, burnout, and dysregulation—especially for neurodivergent parents. This video offers practical tools and insights to help you navigate sensory overload and advocate for your own needs while still showing up for your kids! Whether you’re struggling with being touched out, overwhelmed by noise, or just need...

Today I’m chatting with Shell Mendelson, an author and career coach who teaches how you can find the right career path with ADHD. She helps multi-passionate professionals discover how to explore their interests and consider essential career factors on their journey to unlock their career path. In this podcast, we discuss : Challenges for college students in early career planning How to identify yo...

In this podcast episode, I'm chatting with Skye Waterson, a former academic turned coach, podcast host, and founder of an international ADHD support service, Unconventional Organisation. Skye's services help overwhelmed professionals with ADHD create focused, balanced days for themselves and their families. Today she’s speaking about time and overwhelm and offers her tips on prioritizati...

Sometimes when we struggle, we find ourselves believing the same old "stories" that have been bouncing around in our heads for years. Things like: "I always drop the ball" "I'm such a disaster " "I don't trust myself to make changes". Not only do these shame-based stories wear us down, they move us far away from problem solving. That's because...

In this 2 episode podcast interview, I chat with Dr. Tamara Rosier, author of Your Brain's Not Broken and You, Me, & Our ADHD Family.  In the second episode, we'll continue to discuss her new book, including these topics: how to repair when we've made mistakes in our relationships under and over functioning (and why it matters for ADHD) teaching our children with ADHD to self ad...

In this 2 episode podcast interview, I chat with Dr. Tamara Rosier, author of Your Brain's Not Broken. We'll discuss her new book, You, Me, & Our ADHD Family! Topics we cover in this 2 podcast series: using transformational rather than survival thinking the importance of regulating your nervous system  building self awareness safe people: how to recognize them as well as determine if...

ADHD impacts our ability to regulate our attention, activity level, and emotions! We need easy tools to help us regulate in order to show up the way we want. Sensory strategies are the perfect "body-level" tool that can help you calm down , increase your energy , improve your focus and manage BIG emotions ! In this episode, we'll learn how to use this powerful tool for self-regulati...

Task initiation is an executive functioning skill and can be a HUGE struggle for us (especially when we're overwhelmed). What can we do? (other than "try harder" or "just do it").  Today I'll share tips to help you get started when your motivation, energy, interest are running low!

The use of ADHD medications is a personal choice and one that can generate a good amount of confusion. How do we know whether or not to try medication as a tool to manage ADHD? What are the benefits? What are the risks? Is the stigma that continues to surround the use of ADHD medications warranted? In this episode, I'll discuss some of the questions you can ask as yourself and your mental hea...

Today I chat with Meredith Carder, author of "It All Makes Sense Now: Embrace Your ADHD Brain to Live a Creative and Colorful Life". Meredith is an ADHD coach, content creator, speaker and author who is passionate about helping those with ADHD live their best lives! In this episode we discuss: -late ADHD diagnosis and its impact -how shame can block our progress - the need for cognitive...

We all do it. We planned to do something, believed we would and then we drop the ball. For whatever reasons, something we 100 % planned to do didn't happen. When we don't follow through with the things that matter to us, we may have our own "stories" about why. The problem with these stories is that they are often harsh. judgmental, and leave no room for actual problem solving...

Finding the right accommodations for students with ADHD can be complicated! There is no "one size fits all" and some accommodations for ADHD might actually make it more difficult for a student to learn!  In this episode of ADHD Crash Course, we'll talk about the difference between IEPs and 504s and discuss some common (and less common) accommodations that help support neurodivergent...

The journey of learning to work with our brains isn't typically linear!  We often learn in a  "spiral" pattern; introduced to strategies and then moving on to other tools before we've mastered these. Later, we revisit what we've learned and deepen our knowledge and experience.   The process spiral learning can leave us doubting our progress (or even feeling like we're...

We all feel like we aren't "enough" at times. We live in a productivity-driven society, so feeling that we aren't doing enough can quickly shift into an overall sense of not being enough. It can feel like we're not measuring up, no matter what we do! Today we'll discuss this never-enough struggle and identify some action-based strategies you can try when you're s...