Thank you for creating this podcast, and for your wonderfully genuine conversations with inspiring guests. I feel like I’m building “my tribe” through listening to this (and some other) podcast, and wish you all weren’t just “imaginary friends” 😂

I’m a 36 year old mom of three who was just diagnosed with ADHD. For years, I felt an intense amount of shame and embarrassment and always felt inadequate. It felt as though everyone else in the world was handed some secret Handbook of Life and had it all figured out. Meanwhile, I was struggling to shower and perform basic daily tasks. Ive always had this incredible amount of energy, so many creative ideas, and passion for life but could never execute any of it without feeling like a complete failure. It’s led to me retreating from others, giving up, and not trying new things. I have felt deficient, like a horrible mother and wife and friend in every way, unable to really communicate or even understand what was going on in my brain for so long. This has all led to so much frustration, depression, and emotional dysregulation. I randomly stumbled across Episode 15 in which Katy shares her own story. For the first time, I felt like someone really knew what it felt like to be me. She articulated so many of the feelings I had struggled to communicate. I sent this episode to my husband, my parents, my friends saying “Look! This is how I’ve felt for years and didn’t know how to tell you!”. Thank you, Katy, for this podcast and for being a voice for so many of us who are just starting out this diagnosis journey. Because of this podcast, I don’t feel alone anymore. I’m sure lots of other women feel the same.

I stumbled on your podcast after searching “Women ADHD” a couple months ago. The rabbit hole I fell into was your recent episode regarding PMDD and ADHD- it validated so many of my experiences and emboldened me to seek out my own diagnosis of ADHD. Lo and behold the deep valleys of emotional deregulation (anxiety, depression) I face are very well timed to my cycle… turned out I also have PMDD. I’ve binged about 50 episodes, and my goal is to consume all 200. I am learning so much from you and your guests’ experiences of ND tendencies, and building my vocabulary is helping with my low self esteem. I have struggled with rejection fear my entire life as well, having always been told by parents, “friends”, bosses, teachers, romantic “partners”, that I am overly sensitive, too emotional. I’ve never felt accepted(able) and it has been an incredible journey to discover myself and to find meaning in my experiences. I’m on a path toward medication and CBT to improve my life now, and I just wanted to share this note to share my gratitude for your work. You are helping people change their lives. Thank you.

This podcast has given me so much confidence in navigating my recent ADHD diagnosis. Katy and all the speakers give realistic advice and also help me feel heard and validated. Thank you so much for creating this podcast!

I cannot believe I found this episode today! 🤯 When Jes was explaining her story and experience, it felt like she was telling my story. I was misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was 15 and I was put on an antipsychotics until I was 20 when I decided there’s no way this is working. I had to fight for the last 3 years to get a PMDD diagnosis on top of my ADHD all the while refusing hormonal birth control. (It made everything worse) For so long, I was told you just have to deal with it. You can make it through. I was suicidal throughout my entire adolescence and then at various points in my 20s and now my 30s. I’m so brokenhearted that I can’t save all the women who get to the point where they can no longer justify “just making it through”. I have to admit that I still suffer those last two days before my period starts every month. After today though, I have more information and resources to help myself as well as others. I cannot thank you enough! 🙏

I found my people. I am struggling as an adult who was recently diagnosed with ADHD, throw in menopause & autoimmune disorders, I feel like I’m losing it!

Period.

This podcast is a godsend! Thank you, Katy! I am learning so much about myself through these interviews. It’s giving me real hope for the first time in a long time. I truly appreciate what you are doing.

I have learned so much from Katy and her guests. It is refreshing to take a deep dive into the differences in ADHD females as there are SO many. This podcast has been a big source of validation and offered me practical tips as I continue to navigate the landscape of ADHD as a woman.

When I was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 33, I immediately set out as much as I could about the way my brain works. Katy Weber’s Women and ADHD is the very first podcast I found on this topic, and I have been listening ever since! As an adult woman and a mother, I find so much inspiration and encouragement from hearing about other women who navigate their daily professional and personal lives with an ADHD mind. Thank you Katy, for this wonderful resource!

Hi there! I’ve been listening to your podcast off and on for a couple years now, and never considered giving a review. I always said “I’ll do it later”. Did I do it? Nope. But here I am 2 or so years later, finally giving you a well deserved 5 star rating. I’ll go through times were I don’t listen, but every few months I’ll do something that reminds me to listen. In January, I screwed up my insurance, there for couldn’t see my psychiatrist which meant no meds. So I have been without my meds since February. In the mean time I misplaced my keys, and I lost my drivers license (just the physical one, it wasn’t taken away), made serval bad financial decisions, and more! Weeeeeee. Things are finally getting back on track, but because my ADHD symptoms have been exacerbated lately, and today I was feeling like I need to be around “my people”. And, that’s your podcast for me. I feel like I’m at home when I listen. Thank you so much for all you do. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

I appreciate all the episodes and have found them very affirming of my experience learning of my diagnosis in my fifties. And while the topic can be tough and serious, Katy keeps it interesting and brings her own joy and laughter to every episode which I appreciate very much. Thank you, Katy!

I am a possible adhd-er and was looking for a female specific podcast. I flipped through a few before landing on this one…and wow! I love how professional, encouraging, and informative these episodes are. It seems very research driven and not just anecdotes, however I appreciate how there is both! Thank you for your work. It’s so encouraging and de-stigmatizes something that has been dismissed and shamed. We need more of this!

Okay, in my defence I haven’t left a review for the past year because I’m always driving when I’m listening! The Connie Wu ep really spoke to me and I learned the term PDA and realised there was a term for something I’ve been doing my whole life - “What iffing” future cool things like being a concert performer, writing a hit TV show and imagining I’ve GOT the success I want but now I’m unhappy but locked on a 25 date tour of the world. And miserable… so maybe don’t try and be successful Donna. Yup there’s a word for that- OMG - self protecting and shutting down joy to avoid gaining success and then being deeply unfulfilled by it. Next time I watch myself do this I can call it out and shut it down. I love this show- every guest I learn something from and I love how Katy lets people speak and go on a nice long ramble and then also can jump in and be real. I’m a childless, diagnosed at 58 self employed woman and I feel connected to a community through this podcast- thanks Katy!

I am enjoying this podcast and appreciate your efforts and creativity!

Omg. My entire life makes sense now. I’m 45 years old and was JUST diagnosed. I’m now going down the rabbit hole, in hyper focus, learning all I can about this. Every time I listen, something else is mentioned on this podcast that makes me say, “omg…I do that too!!” There has not been a single guest on the show whose life and comments I don’t relate to. I feel like I’ve finally found my tribe…people who are going through this journey just like I am and will totally understand when I say, “I used to rearrange my furniture all the time,” “my dad always said I was brilliant but had no stick-to-it-iveness,” “my mom said once I learned to do something, I never wanted to do it again,” “my teachers said I talk too much,” “I’ve had more different jobs and different hobbies than anyone I know,” etc. Listening to others who have very similar stories helps me feel seen and gives me more and more confidence in this diagnosis and helps to illuminate the path I need to take now. Thank you so much for sharing the wealth of wisdom with the world!

I’m listening to the episode on gut health and ADHD and women and most of it, they’re talking about their kids. I don’t have kids. I need information, tips and inspiration on ADHD as a woman.

I started listening to Katy’s interviews over a year ago. First it was comforting to hear what she had her guests had to say, as it showed I wasn’t alone. After listening to many episodes, I have learned a lot about ADHD and myself. I have begun “following” some of Katy’s guests and have listened to some of Katy’s episodes more than once. I also enrolled in the group session and a one-on-one with Katy. All worthwhile. I have made friends with some like-minded gals from the session and we are in touch weekly for support and high-quality camaraderie. All of this has been invaluable. I highly recommend giving Katy’s podcasts a listen. I listened to Episode 82 today whilst doing the impossible (for me) — cleaning a closet! The episode hit the spot and I’ve already found the guest’s YouTube page, so that’s going to be my “background music” next. Thank you, Katy!!!

I never write reviews. I don’t even do the simple “click the star to rate” because…..well ADHD and I just don’t. HOWEVER! I feel compelled to do so now and let you know that this pod cast has helped me so much. Recently diagnosed within a few months at the age of 40 and it is all making sense now. Listening to interviews of others and how they grew up and live now sounds exactly like me and I could not feel more validated in this new journey. Thank you, thank you thank you!! I look forward to episodes each time.

I used to listen to this podcast and found it very validating. I especially enjoyed reading “A Radical Guide to Women with ADHD.” As a result of reading it, I have embraced Neurodiversity, am living more boldly and am (hopefully) starting to break down barriers. That being said, some of Katy’s Sponsorships are downright dangerous. For example, 1. Women & ADHD is sponsored by BetterHelp 2. Katy has recommended Dr. Steve’s Caffeine Melts (While not a prescription, any kind of stimulants can have adverse affects on those with ADHD, and they need to be used with caution. Fun fact: the iconic Jessie Spano Caffeine Pills freak-out was originally supposed to be speed.)

My son was diagnosed in 2005 by our family Doctor and I was told then I also had it (I was 41; he was 14). But it has been only recently that I have taken the time to study and learn more about how ADHD has affected/influenced my life. This podcast is helping so much. I am finding women that I can relate to which has been very difficult for me to find in my life. Thank you!

I find it helpful, but think it would be much more beneficial to listeners if the people interviewed were not all so accomplished, I really feel that would help some of us get more out of this if people who are still struggling to accomplish things, later in life.

This podcast was recommended to me by a friend and fellow neurodivergent. I really wanted to like the show because the premise is really great-late diagnosed ADHD women, and all the challenges complications, beautiful happenings that come along with it. However, it seems the only women interviewed are in high power amazing careers, business owners, upper management, etc. It doesn’t seem to include “regular” women, so this podcast just isn’t for me.

I’ve only listened to one episode but I’m already hooked. My diagnosis came at age 40 and so much of my life makes so much more sense now. But hearing this podcast is affirming the parts of my diagnosis that don’t always fit the framework of what I always believed adhd should look like. Thank you for offering me a place to come for community and comfort.

Thank you so much for creating this podcast. I cry almost every episode I listen to because I feel so seen. I’m in my 30s and self-diagnosed, and this podcast helps me not to feel alone. It shows me the beauty of my brain and helps me accept myself for all of it. I’ve learned that I’m not lazy or crazy, like I always suspected.

Katie and her guests often share stories, feelings, and old thought patterns that are not only deeply insightful, but they are extremely hard hitting for those of us on an ADHD discovery path (and heart-wrenching, because HOW DID I NOT KNOW?). I don’t feel as alone when I hear these stories! Mix all of that with the laughter and anecdotes that make me almost spit my drink out, and you have a fantastic podcast. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to learn more… start at any episode and keep going! But also, take breaks, because you probably need time to grieve and process! 10/10

Before I found Katy’s podcast, I felt like I was going crazy. I was 52 when my adult daughter, suggested I get tested. I laughed because how could I have lived this long and gotten by and even raised a child. But through therapy and EMDR for childhood trauma, everything is finally coming clear. It’s actually a comfort to know there are so many wonderful women who have experienced the same things I have experienced. I don’t feel so alone.

This is great! I’m not diagnosed but have a history of depression and anxiety and recently picked up a book on women and ADHD. Looking back at the impulsivity, hyperfocus, train wreck teenage years, drifting from job to job as a nurse in my 20s and 30s, substance abuse…and the difficulties doing things like paying bills. The shame. Masking. All of it. It’s been so liberating learning this, at age 59. I’m not sure of the next steps (official diagnosis, meds, etc) but I’m so glad to finally learn what’s been going on my entire life. Thank you for this podcast!

Omg! This podcast says EVERYTHING to me. Neurodivergence encompasses so many different "identities" that it's hard to know where one ends and another begins. Episode 119 with Zoe Darazsdi--wow. Thank you! Zoe, bless you for speaking up and working in the field to help all of us have a voice. I'm newly diagnosed adhd and 45... and I was "gifted" but I'm wondering if it's not actually Autism (who knows!) but I do know I have 2 young daughters ages 6 & 11 who are also recently diagnosed ASD L1 and probable ADHD for one and ADHD/Dyslexia for the other. Our brains are beautiful and complex and intelligent and yes "different" and thats ok. Thank you thank you. And thank you Katy--your podcast has awoken me to a level I didn't know existed. So grateful.

I absolutely ADORE this podcast! I listen to it in the car abba can’t get enough of it! It has really validated my symptoms and helped me feel like I’m not alone on this crazy journey! I learn so much about my adhd what all it entails and how to get help/resources and just overall informational and inspiring!!!

This podcast truly makes me feel less alone, and I save the episodes for when I feel overwhelmed. It’s like a cool sip of water on a hot day. I haven’t joined the Facebook community yet, but I will!

Just dropping in quickly to send Katy and all her guests a big THANK YOU for this vital podcast. After a random encounter with a Geena Davis interview clip, I realized I might have been dealing with ADHD my whole life. A few months later I’ve been tested and diagnosed and have been looking for resources wherever I can find them to help me figure myself out. I’ve been working through the backlog of these podcasts and get more out of them with each listen. Thank you, again! Oh! And you know that question that’s always asked at the end about what guests think would be a good new name to replace “ADHD”, well I just thought of one: “Hyperactivity & Attention Regulation Disorder”, or “HARD” as an acronym… because living with this can be HARD!!!

Just finished the conversation with Pippa…just like your other podcasts I find so many things relatable in the people and topics discussed here! Thank you so much!!!

Many laugh out loud (feeling seen!) moments and too many aha! moments to count. I’ve just found your podcast in the spring of 2023 as I’m just starting out on my own ADHD journey in my 50s. Thank you for putting this together! I’m ready to follow down many more tangent rabbit holes.

I have picked up some really valuable gems from this show—both validation and practical tools that have really made a difference for my productivity and self-concept. Thanks for putting this together!

This podcast is amazing, and introduces us to so many women with recent/late-in-life ADHD diagnoses. Not every interview fully resonates for me, because we’re all different, but there’s been at least one tidbit in every episode that was impactful. This is a really valuable resource for newly-diagnosed women, and it’s also giving me additional resources with each woman interviewed whose business falls in an area I’d use. Excellent!

Katy interviews a wide range of women who have been diagnosed with ADHD, from experts on the topic to everyday women describing their lived experience. These perspectives have been invaluable in helping me reframe my history and in building self acceptance in the place of shame. Thank you Katy!

The host Katy has a great ability to cover a wide variety of areas with each guest while keeping things balanced and centered on the topic. The content is very practical and each week there’s plenty of laughs and stories I can identify with when it comes to both ADHD and parenting. I love this podcast for its ability to touch on heavy topics while never feeling like we’re digging too deep or making things uncomfortable. Thank you for making this podcast.

The Women & ADHD podcast is so great, the interviews are wide ranging and relatable for me even as I’ve been diagnosed for 20+ years. I learn something new each episode! Thank you!!

I am 46 and undiagnosed, but looking back over my life it is so obvious. I struggled so much in school, with drugs and accepting myself. Over the years I have put so many systems in place all in this effort to make myself lovable and acceptable, then realizing it was all to cope with ADHD. I’ve come so far on my own, so hearing how other women have also come so far is inspiring. I love hearing the tangents and knowing we’re not alone, it’s like hearing someone speak my language for the first time. Thank you Katy so much for the work you do!

I’ve just jumped into this podcast recently. Made it through Ep 52, and today leapfrogged to Ep 121. I am a 54-year old, married, mother of two grown boys, and was diagnosed about 5 years ago. (Hello, half-a-century’s worth of epiphanies!) I also began investigating my hyper-sensitive traits (Elaine Aron’s book), at that time. After listening to so many of Katie’s guests, I’m convinced most of us ADHDers are hard-wired to be especially sensitive, as in “tuned-in”. I’ve felt more at ease and comfortable in my own skin since my diagnosis, but especially since I’ve taken the time for self-care (translation: learning more about why I tick the way I do, and how it’s really pretty freaking awesome), by listening to Katie’s podcast. 🤩

Thank you for all the hard work you do to find great guests and do thoughtful interviews every week! It’s helping this 48 year old women understand herself more! Suggestion: please include books mentioned in show notes Have more inattentive ADHDers Thanks!!!

I turned 40 this summer and just received my diagnosis this fall. Of course I went looking for all the info I could find and this podcast has been an amazing resource! It has been like finding my tribe-I’ve learned so much about what I’ve been experiencing both obvious ADHD stuff and things I didn’t even think about! Wow! I have been recommending this friends and even my therapist!

As a late diagnosed woman (27yrs) & small business owner, this podcast has helped me so much over the last 15 months! Honestly it’s the only adhd podcast I’ve stuck with due to the highly valuable experiences shared by both Katy and her guests, as well as the confidence and pace of conversation. I’m now exploring an autism diagnosis and would love to hear more adhd/autistic woman interviews if possible. 10/10 would recommend lol

ADHD wasn’t even on my radar 9 months ago and now, at 56, I have an ADHD diagnosis (inattentive type) and it’s been life-changing! Of course, I’m neck deep in research and reading and listening to all things ADHD, as we do! 😂Finding this podcast has been an instant and on-demand support group and so so validating! I’ve learned so much AND just feel so seen and heard. I appreciate the variety of guests you have and it’s endlessly fascinating to hear everyone’s stories. Thank you for taking the time to put this out into the world!

Thank you Katy, for such helpful interviews and information. I was diagnosed in April of this year at 52 years old, and am now helping to guide my daughter and niece through the stages of young adulthood as a female with ADHD. It would be wonderful if you could do an episode with issues that are directly effecting young adults trying to move out into the world. I think the hardest time for me was 15-25 (and then also as a new mother) and specific guidance on how to “learn to adult”, navigate relationships, and protect yourself as a young woman with ADHD would be so appreciated!

If I had a nickel for every time I said OMG! While listening to this podcast… I’d be rich already… while there’s nuances I’m sure to every diagnosis, it’s like someone gave me a playbook to speak with my Dr.s… this has been so very helpful for me to not only understand myself, but my daughter. My daughter was diagnosed right before covid hit, so it was a huge adjustment for us both to go thru this diagnosis for her, adjustment to virtual schooling and also have myself diagnosed at age 39… then start treatment for us both. While living on top of each other. I learn more with each interview and have a lot of healing in the process. It’s just good to know there’s so many of us going thru this together. :) Thanks for all of you being willing to share your stories!!!

Just finished listening to your latest interview with Linda Yi. It made me very emotional. What an amazing story. Thank you Katy for introducing me to such great women, and helping me to accept myself more and more with each interview. At almost 63, that says a lot! You have changed my life. Maybe I’ll actually get an official diagnosis?! Keep doing the wonderful work you are doing! xo Deanna

My sister recommended this podcast to me. We both received our ADHD diagnoses in our late 30s. After listening to 6 or 7 episodes I’m struck by how beautifully Katy and her guests explain things that I’ve struggled to articulate to others and/or understand about myself for my whole life! Listening is a deeply healing experience and super useful too! Thank you for the podcast Katy!!!!

Every single time I listen there is something new that I can relate to, or maybe it’s something I forgot but feels so good to hear and say me too! I think sometimes when I’m struggling in my ADHD paralysis, just listening to this podcast helps motivate me to do the things I so desperately want to do or even just feel better about not doing them and being gentle with myself. You are truly amazing!!!