62: Interrupting the Silence: Gilly Kahn on Women, ADHD, and the Power of Her Story

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Gilly Kahn, Atlanta-based psychologist, mother, and debut author of Allow Me to Interrupt: A Psychologist Reveals the Emotional Truth Behind Women's' ADHD. Originally from Miami and now calling Atlanta home, Gilly opens up about her journey from curious child to clinical expert, and how parenting her own "baby bears" informs her approach to both writing and therapy.Gilly's new book brings long-overdue attention to the emotional side of ADHD in girls and women, breaking down the myths and misunderstandings that surround adult ADHD—especially how it often flies under the radar. As a regular contributor to Psychology Today, Attitude Magazine, and beyond, Gilly shines a compassionate light on neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, OCD, and body-focused behaviors .In this episode, you’ll hear:What finally motivated her to write Allow Me to Interrupt—and the impact she hopes it will have.Why emotional dysregulation is often at the heart of women's ADHD, and what that looks like in daily life.How Gilly blends her passion for writing with her role as a therapist in a bustling group practice.The unique clinical challenges that come with working with kids, adults, and parents on the full neurodiversity spectrum.Gilly's take on how having ADHD herself drives her passion for variety and creativity, both in and out of the therapy room.Tune in if you want an eye-opening look at what women with ADHD truly experience—and why giving voice to these stories changes lives.Gilly Kahn, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist based in Atlanta and specializing in neurodiversity and emotion regulation. When not seeing clients or mommying, you’ll usually find her writing, probably about something psychological. Gilly is the author of Allow Me to Interrupt: A Psychologist Reveals the Emotional Truth Behind Women’s ADHD.Want to know how you can begin your journey to hope and healing? Visit Elevated Life Academy for classes and free resources for personal development and healing.Resources:CherieLindberg.comElevatedLifeAcademy.comGuest Links:https://www.drgillykahn.comhttps://www.instagram.com/drgillykahn/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilly-kahn-m-a-ph-d-1996892b4/https://www.facebook.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@dr.gillykahn