ADHD &...with Jorie Houlihan

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Ever feel like everyone else got the instruction manual for life—but yours was missing a few...chapters? You’re not alone. I'm Jorie Houlihan— late diagnosed ADHDer, ADHD coach, mom of two ADHD teens 😳, and Your Guide for the Dopamine-Deprived™️. On ADHD &..., I’m breaking down the real-life, unfiltered experiences of women with ADHD—one topic at a time. Each episode is a bite-sized chat (think 10–20 minutes - unless it's an interview which will be longer) that tackles everyday challenges—from motivation and follow-through to emotional spirals and executive dysfunction—with honesty, humor, practical tools you can actually use looking at all of it through the lens of curiosity. If you're a woman navigating ADHD in adulthood and craving real talk, realistic solutions, and a little bit of “oh my god, same,” this show is for you. New episodes every week—subscribe now and come feel seen, heard, and maybe even a little bit empowered.

  1. ADHD, Shame, and Addiction: What No One Tells You | Hilary Momberger-Powers

    1D AGO

    ADHD, Shame, and Addiction: What No One Tells You | Hilary Momberger-Powers

    This week's episode is one I've been looking forward to sharing with you. My guest is Hilary Momberger-Powers. 40+ years in recovery, former voice of Sally Brown in the Peanuts cartoons, co-founder of one of the first sober living houses for women in the United States, and one of the most honest and grounded humans I've had the pleasure of sitting down with. We talk about a lot in this one. The connection between ADHD and dopamine-seeking behavior, including addiction. The difference between shame and guilt and why it matters so much for us specifically. What it cost Hilary to spend her childhood performing instead of just being herself. And how inner child work became one of the most practical tools she has ever used - not in a soft, abstract way, but in a very real, you-can-start-today kind of way. There is also a moment in this conversation where we talk about fitting in versus belonging and I don't think either of us expected it to land the way it did. If you have ever changed who you are to be accepted, you'll know exactly what I mean. Hilary has this way of cutting right to what's true without making you feel worse about yourself. I think you are going to love her. ABOUT HILARY Hilary Momberger-Powers has been in recovery since 1983. She helped launch the first sober living house for women alcoholics in the United States — later known as Promises — and has spent over 30 years guiding women through addiction and recovery. She is also the author of two eBooks and is finishing her memoir, Good Grief Hollywood Ate My Childhood. Find Hilary: hilarymombergerpowers.com ───────────────────────────────────── 🔗 Ready to work on this with someone who gets it? Apply for Private ADHD Coaching 🎤 Interested in having Jorie speak at your event, summit, or podcast? Learn More! 📩 Get weekly ADHD insights delivered to your inbox: Jorie's Substack and Newsletters RATE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please follow the show & leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder - and ready to understand how their brain works. New episodes drop every week. Until next week — stay curious. Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    54 min
  2. ADHD Time Blindness: The Now vs. Not Now Problem Explained

    APR 28

    ADHD Time Blindness: The Now vs. Not Now Problem Explained

    Have you ever had something on your to-do list for weeks - something you knew needed to happen - and you just couldn't make yourself start it? And then one day the deadline got close enough, the stakes got real enough, and suddenly you were doing it fast, wondering why you couldn't have just done this sooner? That experience has a name. It's called the now versus not now problem, and it's one of the most clarifying frameworks for understanding how the ADHD brain experiences time. In this solo episode, Jorie breaks down Dr. Russell Barkley's research on ADHD and time - specifically the idea that the ADHD brain doesn't experience time as a continuous line the way neurotypical brains do. Instead, time gets sorted into two categories: now and not now. And not now? It basically doesn't exist. It doesn't feel real, urgent, or pressing — even when you logically know it's coming. Jorie also shares her own experience — from being the last-minute term paper person to waiting until guests are walking in to clean the house — and how understanding this pattern changed the way she works with it. 💬 Where does now vs. not now show up most in your life? DM Jorie on Instagram RESOURCES Timetimer - https://timetimer.com/ ADHD and Time Blindness Season 1 Ep 4 - https://rss.com/podcasts/adhd-and/2263189 🔗 Ready to work on this with someone who gets it? Apply for Private ADHD Coaching 🎤 Interested in having Jorie speak at your event, summit, or podcast? Learn More! 📩 Get weekly ADHD insights delivered to your inbox: Jorie's Substack and Newsletters RATE & REVIEW: If this episode resonated, please follow the show & leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder - and ready to understand how their brain works. New episodes drop every week. Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    20 min
  3. ADHD &...Pathological Demand Avoidance: When Your Defiant Mind Won't Be Told What to Do

    APR 21

    ADHD &...Pathological Demand Avoidance: When Your Defiant Mind Won't Be Told What to Do

    Ready to stop spinning and start making real progress? Apply for private ADHD coaching with Jorie: Apply Here! Interested in having Jorie speak at your event, summit, or podcast? Learn More! ───────── If you've ever built a schedule you were actually excited about — and then avoided it like it owed you money — this episode is for you. Jorie breaks down a very real, very documented pattern called pathological demand avoidance (PDA), or what she calls the defiant mind: when your ADHD brain experiences any demand as something to resist, even when that demand came from you. This one is a game-changer for women who have spent years wondering why they can't just make themselves do the things. In this episode: What the defiant mind (PDA) actually is — and why it's not a character flawHow it shows up in your relationship with yourself AND with the people in your lifeFour practical strategies for working with your defiant mind instead of fighting it───────── ✅ Rate & Review: If this episode resonated, please follow the show & leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ✅ Please share with a friend who may also need to see they aren't alone with their ADHD challenges and strengths. The more reviews and subscribers we get, the more ADHD women we can help! ✅ Subscribe to my newsletter and blog on Substack (https://bit.ly/4cM78eX) ───────── ABOUT THE PODCAST ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder — and ready to understand how their brain actually works. 👀 Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4ceN8Sa ───────── ABOUT JORIE I'm Jorie Houlihan, ADHD coach for women. I lived with undiagnosed ADHD until age 49. Now I help women like you understand how your brain works so you can build systems that actually stick — and start living up to your full potential with confidence. ───────── Other Ways to Connect With Jorie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ My Favorite Things!: https://bit.ly/48ynLrV ────────── Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand #ADHD #ADHDwomen #ADHDcoach #womenwithadhd #adhdtips #adhdpodcast #adhdcoaching #lateADHDdiagnosis #adhdlife #neurodivergent

    19 min
  4. ADHD and... Strength Training in Midlife Guest: Debra Duby, Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Counselor

    APR 14

    ADHD and... Strength Training in Midlife Guest: Debra Duby, Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Counselor

    Ready to stop spinning and start making real progress? Apply for private ADHD coaching with Jorie: [Apply Here] Interested in having Jorie speak at your event, summit, or podcast? [Request Here] ──────── This week I'm joined by Debra Duby to talk about why strength training is one of the most important things women with ADHD can do during perimenopause and menopause. Debra is a nationally certified personal trainer and nutrition counselor with 23+ years of experience working with women in midlife. She doesn't sugarcoat it. In this episode, we cover: Why nothing seems to work anymore after 50, and how the drop in estrogen directly tanks dopamine (making menopause hit ADHD women even harder)Six myths about strength training in midlife, including why your Pilates or barre class probably isn't building the bone and muscle you think it isWhy 'quarter assing it' is the smartest fitness strategy for women with ADHD right now, plus the habit muscle concept and momentum over motivation──────── CONNECT WITH DEBRA DUBY Website: https://DebraDuby.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DebraDubyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-duby/──────── ✅ Rate & Review: If this episode resonated, please follow the show & leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) ──────── ABOUT THE PODCAST ADHD &... with Jorie Houlihan is a podcast for women with ADHD who are tired of trying harder and ready to understand how their brain actually works. 👀 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan/podcasts ──────── Other ways to connect with Jorie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ ──────── Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    56 min
  5. ADHD Friendships, RSD, and the Out-of-Sight-Out-of-Mind Struggle | The Panel of Two

    MAR 31

    ADHD Friendships, RSD, and the Out-of-Sight-Out-of-Mind Struggle | The Panel of Two

    In the inaugural episode of The Panel of Two, Jorie and her dear friend Gigi Verrey sit down for a candid, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about how ADHD shows up in relationships. From zoning out mid-conversation and accidentally hijacking someone’s story to the late-night shame spiral of “Did I just do that?”, Jorie and Gigi compare notes on how their very different ADHD brains handle friendships, communication, and connection. They dig into anecdotal communication (and why it’s considered a no-no), the out-of-sight-out-of-mind struggle with staying in touch, RSD, self-trust, intuition, and the difference between fitting in and belonging. Plus, Gigi shares a tip for friends of people with ADHD that involves all caps and a very specific word. 👉🏻 Connect with Gigi Verrey Follow Gigi on Instagram: @verysmartideas Learn more about her advocacy and creative work: Very Smart Ideas ✅ Rate & Review: If this episode resonated, please leave a review to help other women find the show. https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD Connect With Jorie Coaching Inquiries: https://joriehoulihan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan Your ADHD Action Blueprint:https://joriehoulihan.com/yaab-eb-27 My Favorite Things!: https://joriehoulihan.com/favorite-things Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    48 min
  6. ADHD &...Relationships: RSD, Emotional Dysregulation & What Your Partner Needs to Know with Guest Kayla Crane

    MAR 24

    ADHD &...Relationships: RSD, Emotional Dysregulation & What Your Partner Needs to Know with Guest Kayla Crane

    ADHD affects relationships in ways most people never talk about. In this episode, Jorie sits down with Kayla Crane, a licensed marriage and family therapist (who also has ADHD), to talk about rejection sensitive dysphoria, emotional dysregulation, and the invisible patterns that can make relationships feel harder than they need to be. Kayla shares personal stories from her own marriage and offers real, practical strategies for couples navigating ADHD together. Whether you have ADHD or love someone who does, this conversation will change how you think about connection, conflict, and what it means to truly support each other. About Kayla Crane, LMFT Kayla Crane is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in the Denver, Colorado area. She specializes in relationships, mental health, and trauma, offering talk therapy, couples therapy, relationship coaching, and EMDR therapy for adults and couples. Kayla also has ADHD, which gives her a unique personal understanding of the challenges her clients face. She can provide therapy to clients located in Colorado and coaching services to clients anywhere in the world. Resources Kayla Crane's Website - https://southdenvertherapy.com Kayla's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/southdenvertherapy/ EMDR Therapy Info - https://emdria.org Jessica McCabe's How to ADHD YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@HowtoADHD ✅ Rate & Review: If this episode resonated, please leave a review to help other women find the show. https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD Connect With Jorie Coaching Inquiries: https://joriehoulihan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan Your ADHD Action Blueprint: Learn More! My Favorite Things!: https://joriehoulihan.com/favorite-things Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    39 min
  7. It’s Not You, It’s My ADHD... But Also, Let’s Talk About It

    MAR 17

    It’s Not You, It’s My ADHD... But Also, Let’s Talk About It

    Have you ever had someone you love say, “You never listen to me” and the hardest part was knowing they were kind of right? Not because you don’t care, but because your brain was somewhere else entirely? In this episode, Jorie breaks down how ADHD shows up in your relationships, from the invisible load of forgotten conversations and mental load imbalance, to the emotional minefield of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, to the real, honest conversations you need to have with the people you love. This isn’t about making excuses. It’s about getting the clarity you need to show up differently. Jorie also introduces her “Name It, Own It, Solve It” framework for communicating about your ADHD with your partner, your family, and your friends in a way that takes ownership and invites understanding. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “too much” or “not enough” in your relationships, this one is for you. Research Mentioned in This Episode Research Mentioned pdf ✅ Rate & Review: If this episode resonated, please leave a review to help other women find the show. https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD Connect With Jorie Coaching Inquiries: https://joriehoulihan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihan Your ADHD Action Blueprint:https://joriehoulihan.com/yaab-eb-27 My Favorite Things!: https://joriehoulihan.com/favorite-things Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    21 min
  8. ADHD and Emotional Dysregulation: Why We Go From Zero to 100

    MAR 10

    ADHD and Emotional Dysregulation: Why We Go From Zero to 100

    In this episode of ADHD &..., Jorie Houlihan tackles the symptom that affects our lives the most but gets discussed the least: emotional dysregulation. If you have ever felt a blinding flash of rage over a simple dropped piece of toast, you are not alone. J orie breaks down the biology behind why ADHD brains feel emotions at 100% intensity before the logic center can hit the brakes. Learn practical strategies to manage your emotional baseline and give yourself the grace you deserve. What You Will Learn: Why emotional dysregulation is a mechanical issue between the amygdala and the prefrontal cortex rather than a character flaw.How Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) triggers extreme emotional pain based on the perception of being criticized.The way the HALT check helps you identify physical triggers like hunger and fatigue to shrink intense emotions.Why implementing the 10-minute rule can save you from impulsive reactions like sending a nasty text or quitting your job.How Dr. Dan Siegel's "Name it to Tame it" tool forces your logic brain online to reduce activity in your emotional alarm system. Disclaimer: Jorie Houlihan and the "ADHD &..." podcast are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific health needs. ✅ Rate & Review: If this episode resonated, please leave a review to help other women find the show. https://ratethispodcast.com/adhdand ✅ Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack (https://joriehoulihan.substack.com) for weekly resources, insights, and practical tools for women with ADHD Other Ways to Connect with Jorie: Website: https://joriehoulihan.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joriehoulihan.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriehoulihan1/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joriehoulihanYour ADHD Action Blueprint: Learn More!My Favorite Things!: https://joriehoulihan.com/favorite-things Theme music: Jorie Houlihan + GarageBand

    14 min
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Ever feel like everyone else got the instruction manual for life—but yours was missing a few...chapters? You’re not alone. I'm Jorie Houlihan— late diagnosed ADHDer, ADHD coach, mom of two ADHD teens 😳, and Your Guide for the Dopamine-Deprived™️. On ADHD &..., I’m breaking down the real-life, unfiltered experiences of women with ADHD—one topic at a time. Each episode is a bite-sized chat (think 10–20 minutes - unless it's an interview which will be longer) that tackles everyday challenges—from motivation and follow-through to emotional spirals and executive dysfunction—with honesty, humor, practical tools you can actually use looking at all of it through the lens of curiosity. If you're a woman navigating ADHD in adulthood and craving real talk, realistic solutions, and a little bit of “oh my god, same,” this show is for you. New episodes every week—subscribe now and come feel seen, heard, and maybe even a little bit empowered.

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  • Creator
    Jorie Houlihan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
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    © Jorie Houlihan 2025
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