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ADHD Her Way
by Johanna Badenhorst
ADHD Her Way is a fun but informative podcast centred around all things ADHD by mum and Clinical Psychologist and Coach Johanna Badenhorst. This podcast aims to deliver expert ADHD insights and practical tips for overwhelmed mums, busy entrepreneurs and stressed students so they can thrive in motherhood, work and study too. Johanna is a late-diagnosed ADHDer, who understands the challenges of navigating life undiagnosed. Her personal and professional experiences have fueled a passion for creating a supportive community where late-diagnosed women can confidently navigate their ADHD roadmap.
Episodes
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79. ADHD, Trauma & a Dysregulated Nervous System with Dr Emma-Leigh Senyard
In this episode of ADHD Her Way, clinical psychologist Johanna joined by Dr Emma-Leigh Senyard to explore the complex relationship between trauma, neurodivergence and the nervous system. We unpack why trauma doesn’t always look the way we expect it to, how chronic dysregulation can show up in the...
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78. Why Do I Get So Angry When My Kids Interrupt Me? The Neurodivergent Mum’s School Holiday Edition
In this solo episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna Badenhorst, Clinical Psychologist and neurodivergent mum, explores why interruptions can trigger such intense irritation, overwhelm and even rage, particularly during the school holidays. Johanna covers the role of ADHD and autistic traits, including...
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77. Routines, Habbits & Finding Your Purpose with ADHD - Liv Phyland
Have you ever wondered why you can thrive when life has structure… but completely unravel when you suddenly have too much freedom? In this episode of ADHD Her Way, I’m joined by TV presenter, Women’s Health Coach and founder of My Daily Ritual, Liv Phyland. Liv has spent more than 15 years…
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76. ADHD: You're Not Unmotivated, Your Capacity Has Changed
Johanna shares her personal journey with ADHD, motherhood, and managing capacity during pregnancy and postpartum, emphasizing self-awareness, boundaries, and seasonal self-care. As well as a pregnancy announcement! keywords ADHD, motherhood, capacity, self-care, pregnancy, neurodiversity, mental...
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75. AuDHD Burnout and Simple Ways to Support Recovery
In this solo episode, Johanna explores the often-overlooked experience of AuDHD burnout, including why so many neurodivergent women find themselves feeling "tired but wired." Drawing on both her professional experience as a psychologist and her own lived experience, Johanna shares how burnout can...
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74. Neurodivergent relationships, Sensory Needs & Sex with Hilary Lindberg
In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna sits down with sexologist and therapist Hilary Lindberg for a nuanced and honest conversation about sexuality, intimacy, ADHD, Autism, desire, and relationships. Together, they unpack the myths many neurodivergent individuals grow up believing about sex…
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73. The Real Reason Brilliant Neurodivergent Therapists Stay Stuck
In this episode, Johanna dives into the behind-the-scenes realities of building offers as a neurodivergent therapist, and the real reasons so many brilliant professionals struggle with follow through. Drawing from her own experiences launching webinars, courses, podcasting programs and online...
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72. Why So Many Neurodivergent Psychologists Feel Pulled Beyond 1:1 Therapy
In this episode, clinical psychologist Johanna Badenhorst shares a shift that came after stepping back and rethinking how she wanted to work, and how she could better support neurodivergent clients, and neurodivergent therapists too. She speaks to four key lessons, including why it’s so important...
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71. Emotional regulation for ADHD and Autistics at work with Ewa
in this episode, Johanna is joined by Ewa to explore interoception, the ability to notice and understand your body’s internal signals, and how this underpins emotional regulation, especially in work and business. When this awareness is low, it becomes much harder to recognise stress, overwhelm…
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Why Neurodivergent Business Owners and Health Professionals Crash When Work Slows Down
In this episode, Johanna shares why so many people crash when things finally slow down. Drawing on both personal experience and her work as a psychologist, she explores why rest can feel uncomfortable, especially for high-achieving, neurodivergent women, and how the way we structure our work can...
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69. Autistic Burnout, ADHD, 2E and Pregnancy with Marie Camin
Join clinical psychologists Johanna and Marie as they explore the differences between autistic burnout vs ADHD Boom Bust Cycles (ADHD Burnout) neurodivergence, pregancy, gifted/ twice exceptional (2E) individuals, mental health, and the power of representation. Discover insights on burnout,...
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68. What does AuDHD look like in women and girls?
Johanna reflects on her two-year journey with ADHD Her Way, exploring the complexities of ADHD and autism, masking, internalization, and the contradictions faced by women with these neurodivergent traits. She shares personal insights, research updates, and practical resources for understanding…
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67. Late Diagnosis at 40: A Psychologist’s ADHD Story with Sarah Wills
In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst interviews psychologist Sarah about her personal journey with ADHD, including her late diagnosis and the impact it has had on her self-understanding. They discuss the stigma surrounding ADHD, particularly for women, and the importance of self-acceptance and...
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66. Why Planning Can Leave You Feeling Behind and Your 2026 Planner Fix
In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna discusses the challenges of planning and goal setting for women with ADHD, especially at the start of a new year. She emphasizes the importance of understanding how ADHD affects planning, the need for flexibility in goal setting, and the significance of...
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65. Burnout Prevention for ADHD and Autistic Kids and Adults with Sandhya Menon
In this deeply affirming and practical conversation, Johanna Badenhorst sits down with psychologist and neurodiversity advocate Sandhya Menon to talk about ADHD, autism, energy management, and what it actually means to support neurodivergent children and adults in a sustainable way. Sandhya…
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64. Reflecting on 2025 as a Neurodivergent Business Owner
In this episode, Johanna shares a key reflection from 2025 that quietly changed how she thinks about growth, alignment, and the direction of her business. She breaks down what didn’t work, what unexpectedly did, and the insight that helped her stop forcing outcomes and start making clearer...
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63. Emotional Spending and Making Sense of ADHD Money Patterns with Tina Matthews
In this conversation, Johanna Badenhorst and Tina Mathams discuss the intersection of ADHD and money management, exploring how impulsivity, emotional regulation, and hormonal cycles influence financial decisions. They emphasize the importance of financial literacy, budgeting, and the need for…
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62. Starting a Podcast: My Biggest Lessons From 0 to 52K Downloads
In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna Badenhorst reflects on her journey of starting a podcast, sharing her experiences, challenges, and the lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the benefits of podcasting, and how it has allowed her to connect with a...
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Brand Strategy and Ethical Marketing for ADHD Entrepreneurs with Amy Pearson
In this episode, business strategist and mum of two, Amy Pearson, opens up about navigating ADHD while building a business with purpose. From receiving her diagnosis after becoming a mother, to pivoting during the COVID pandemic, Amy shares the raw and real behind entrepreneurship. We unpack: how...
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60. Why Follow-Through Feels So Hard and the Burnout is Real
Mini Series – Part 2: Why Follow-Through Feels So Hard Hosted by Johanna Badenhorst, Clinical Psychologist turned ADHD & Productivity Mentor. Inside this episode I share:✨ Why follow-through feels harder for ADHD & AuDHD women✨ The Perfectionist–Procrastinator Loop (and how it kept me stuck)✨ How...
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59. From Burnout to Building My Business With an ADHD Brain
Building My Business With an ADHD Brain Mini Series – Part 1 Hosted by Johanna Badenhorst, Clinical Psychologist turned ADHD & Productivity Mentor, this episode opens my new mini series on what it has really looked like to build a business with an ADHD brain. I share the early chaos, the pivots,...
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58. Healing Hormone Imbalances: What Every Neurodivergent Woman Should Know with Naturopath Caitlin Hooper
In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst sits down with Caitlin Hooper, a naturopath specialising in hormonal health for neurodivergent women. Together, they unpack the powerful link between ADHD, PMDD, and hormonal fluctuations, and how these cycles influence mood, focus, and overall wellbeing.…
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57: Hormones Hijacking My Brain: My Experience with PMDD and ADHD
PMDD, ADHD, neurodivergence, women's health, mental health, holistic therapy, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, hormonal health, personal experiences In this solo episode, Johanna shares her personal experiences with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and ADHD, shining light on the...
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56. From Forgetting Lunch to Setting the House on Fire - Happy ADHD Awareness Month
ADHD Awareness Month kicked off with a very real reminder of how chaotic life can feel with an ADHD brain from forgetting my lunch to almost setting the kitchen on fire. If you’ve ever had moments like that, you’ll know how exhausting it can be to constantly juggle, mask, and overcompensate. In...
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55. How We Can Use AI to Support our Neurodivergent Children with Laetitia Andrac
In this episode, psychologist Johanna speaks with Laetitia Andrac, the co-founder and CEO of Understanding Zoe, an AI-powered app designed to support families and educators of neurodivergent children. Laetitia shares her personal journey of discovering her own ADHD and autism while navigating the...
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54. How to Rest When Your ADHD Brain Won’t Switch Off
In this solo episode, Johanna Badenhorst discusses the challenges ADHD entrepreneurs, creators and busy parents face with guilt-free rest. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the need for rest, understanding different types of rest, and reframing rest as an essential part of productivity...
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53. Unlocking the Power of Breath Work and ISTDP for Neurodivergent Individuals with Melissa Beaton
In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna interviews psychologist Melissa Beaton, who shares her insights on the intersection of ADHD, emotional regulation, and breath work. They discuss the importance of integrating somatic tools in therapy, the complexities of neurodivergence, and the...
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52. Planner Graveyard and Surviving Productivity Systems with ADHD
Summary In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst, coach and Psychologist, discusses the challenges faced by ADHD/AuDHDers when it comes to using planners and organisational systems. She shares her personal experiences with planner graveyards and emphasizes that the issue lies not within the individual...
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51. Feeling the Urge to Burn It All Down? Let’s Talk ADHD Resets
In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst reflects on her journey of podcasting, celebrating her 51st episode while discussing the challenges of consistency, especially for those with ADHD. She delves into the feelings of overwhelm and decision fatigue that often accompany ADHD, emphasizing the...
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50. Grief and Neurodivergence: From Infertility & Identity Loss to Losing a Parent with Katrina Shaw
In this episode, Johanna and Katrina delve into the intersection of grief and ADHD + Autism, exploring how neurodivergence can impact the grieving process. Katrina shares her personal journey with loss, including the death of her mother at a young age and her experiences with infertility and...
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49. ARFID, Autism, ADHD, Binge Eating & Body Image with Maddi Parsons
In this conversation, Johanna and Maddi Parsons from Sweet Spot Health delve into the complex relationship between ADHD, eating disorders, and diet culture. They explore Maddi's personal experiences with ADHD and disordered eating, the impact of neurodivergence on intuitive eating, and the…
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The $14 Million Business Built on Creativity, Boundaries & Being Unapologetically Herself with Leonie Dawson
Summary In this conversation, Leonie Dawson shares her journey as a creative entrepreneur, discussing her experiences with neurodivergence, the importance of building a supportive community, and the challenges of managing a growing business. She emphasizes the significance of finding work-life...
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You’re Burnt Out, Not Broken: ADHD, Motherhood & the Mental Load No One Sees with Melissa Mavis
In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna speaks with Melissa from Me & Mamahood about the emotional, physical, and mental toll of burnout—particularly for mothers and women with ADHD. Melissa shares her personal journey, including the signs she overlooked, the pivotal moment she recognised…
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Navigating Backlash, RSD & Reality TV with ADHD: Jo Wenberg’s Story
In this engaging conversation, Johanna Badenhorst interviews Jo Wendberg (@jomygosh), a hairstylist, designer, and reality TV personality known for her role on Vanderpump Rules. They discuss Jo's experiences with ADHD, the challenges and misconceptions surrounding it, and how it affects her life...
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Confessions of a Burnt-Out Therapist: Building a Business Beyond the Couch with Dr. Hayley Kelly
In this episode, Johanna sits down with Hayley from Therapist Rising to talk about the chaotic, courageous, and often life-altering path of self-discovery especially when chronic health, burnout, and big professional pivots are in the mix. She discusses her personal journey as a Clinical...
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From Self-Doubt to Strategy: How Women Are Building Freedom Filled Businesses on Instagram with Tracy Harris
In this engaging conversation, Johanna (psychologist andself-confessed ADHDpreneur) invites Tracy (global freedom mentor) to share her journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful digital entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of creating freedom through entrepreneurship, the power…
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ADHD and Autism Advocacy in the Workplace with Michael Coles
In this episode, Johanna speaks with Autism advocate and podcaster Michael Coles about his personal and professional journey navigating autism. From late diagnosis to self-advocacy and everything in between, Michael shares the emotional and practical realities of being neurodivergent in a world...
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Burnout, Business, and ADHD with Denise Duffield-Thomas
Summary In this engaging conversation, psychologist Johanna Badenhorst meets with money mindset coach Denise Duffield Thomas to explore the intersection of ADHD, money mindset, and personal growth. Denise shares her journey with ADHD, the challenges she faced, and how she navigated her business...
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How Motherhood Revealed My ADHD and What I Would Do Differently Now
In this episode, Johanna shares her deeply personal journey of navigating her ADHD diagnosis during her postpartum period. She discusses the misconceptions surrounding postpartum mental health, the impact of neurodivergence, and the challenges faced by women in similar situations. Johanna...
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Parenting as an Autistic & ADHD Mum: Neuroclashes, Connection & Thriving with Alison Balson
summary In this conversation, Johanna Badenhorst and Alison discuss the complexities of parenting in neurodivergent families. They explore the challenges of navigating diagnoses, the importance of advocacy, and the strategies that neurodivergent parents can use to manage executive functioning and...
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ADHD in Women: Late Diagnoses, Emotional Dysregulation & Coaching Insights with Dr. Janina Maschke
In Episode 40, Johanna Badenhorst and Dr Janina Maschke explore the complexities of ADHD, particularly in women. They discuss Janina's journey into ADHD coaching, the emotional dysregulation and hormonal differences faced by women with ADHD, and the importance of recognising and addressing these...
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Authentic Marketing for Health Professionals and ADHD Entrepreneurs with Geordy Pearce
Summary In this conversation, Johanna and Geordy explore the challenges and insights related to ADHD, particularly in the context of coaching, marketing, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of self-compassion, setting boundaries, and finding authenticity in professional spaces.…
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Navigating School Transitions and Empowering Neurodivergent Families with Emily Hanlon
Summary: In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst is joined by Emily Hanlon from @theplayfulpsychologist to explore the challenges neurodivergent children face, particularly during school transitions. They discuss behaviours such as masking and meltdowns, highlighting the importance of emotional...
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Rediscovering Identity Beyond Corporate Burnout and ADHD Diagnosis with Kirsten Chalmers
In this episode, Johanna Badenhorst and Kirsten Chalmers dive deep into the challenges of late ADHD diagnosis and burnout, particularly for women navigating high-pressure corporate environments. Kirsten shares her inspiring journey from a demanding corporate career to becoming a psychologist,...
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Understanding ADHD Archetypes and Boundaries During Christmas
Summary In this episode of ADHD Her Way, Johanna Badenhorst discusses the unique challenges faced by individuals with ADHD during the holiday season. She emphasises the importance of setting boundaries to protect one's energy and mental health amidst family expectations and social commitments.…
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ADHD Medication and Post Medication Burnout with Rebecca Gannon
In this conversation, Johanna Badenhorst and Rebecca Gannon delve into the complexities of neurodiversity, particularly focusing on ADHD and autism. They discuss the phenomenon of post-medication burnout, the importance of collaborative care in managing ADHD, and the often-overlooked connection...
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Unmasking Autism and ADHD in Adulthood with Sarah Hens
Summary This conversation explores the personal experiences of Sarah Hens (social worker, awesome instagramer, and mother) navigating her Autism & ADHD late-diagnosis. Host and Psychologist Johanna and Sarah discuss the importance of unconditional love, understanding neurodiversity affirming and...
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Chronic Illness and ADHD: POTS, EDS, and MCAS with Bianca Comfort
Summary In this conversation, Johanna and Bianca delve into the often-overlooked topic of chronic health conditions, particularly focusing on Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, POTS, and MCAS. Bianca shares her personal experiences with these conditions, highlighting the challenges of medical gaslighting…
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Hormones, ADHD and PMDD with Tania Attley
In this conversation, Johanna Badenhorst and Tania Attley delve into the complexities of ADHD and PMDD, exploring Tania's personal and professional journey in psychology. They discuss the definition of PMDD, its emotional and psychological symptoms, and its interaction with ADHD and autism. The...
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Empowering ADHD Women Through Perimenopause with Kirsten Bouse
In this episode, Johanna talks with clinical psychologist Kirstin Bouse about the intersection of menopause and ADHD. They explore the often-overlooked symptoms that women experience during perimenopause, how hormonal changes impact mental health, and the overlap between ADHD and menopausal...
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ADHD Her Way is a fun but informative podcast centred around all things ADHD by mum and Clinical Psychologist and Coach Johanna Badenhorst. This podcast aims to deliver expert ADHD insights and practical tips for overwhelmed mums, busy entrepreneurs and stressed students so they can thrive in motherhood, work and study too. Johanna is a late-diagnosed ADHDer, who understands the challenges of navigating life undiagnosed. Her personal and professional experiences have fueled a passion for creating a supportive community where late-diagnosed women can confidently navigate their ADHD roadmap.
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