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Reframing Neurodiversity - ADHD Support For Women

Melissa Jackson

Welcome to Reframing Neurodiversity, I’m your host Melissa Jackson and I’m here to tell you that it’s time to see neurodivergence for what it truly is- a gift that benefits us all. I’m on a mission to reframe the way we view neurodivergence as a collective, and to empower us as neurodivergent adults and parents with the language and tools to advocate for ourselves and our kids. Join me each week as my guests and I share our personal experiences paired with cutting edge research leaving you feeling

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51. Dissociation, ADHD and Why You Really Tune Out...

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2025/06/06

In this episode, Melissa explores how dissociation, numbing, and emotional avoidance keep ADHDers stuck in cycles of overwhelm and self-judgment. She shares personal reflections and somatic strategies to help listeners reconnect with their bodies and interrupt these patterns. Through an honest look at her own nervous system responses, Melissa introduces a powerful reparenting approach that supports deep healing from the inside out.Covered in this episode:What dissociation looks like in day-to-day

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50. Learning to Trust Yourself Again After Years of...

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2025/05/28

In this episode, Melissa explores the deep impact that years of masking, self-doubt, and external validation-seeking can have on adults—especially those with ADHD or heightened sensitivity. She shares her own journey of reclaiming self-trust, the limiting beliefs that kept her stuck, and how reparenting herself somatically has helped her—and her clients—begin to heal from the inside out.What you’ll learn:Why ADHDers often struggle to trust themselves after a lifetime of being misunderstoodHow

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49. Calm the ADHD Chaos and Your Nervous System This...

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2025/05/16

In this episode, we reconnect with executive function coach Megan Barnett for another rich conversation about the intersection of ADHD, parenting, nervous system regulation, and real-world executive function support. We talk candidly about why so many “quick fix” tips fall flat—and how true transformation starts with grounding the whole family system. We also announce a brand-new offering for moms and families that’s launching this summer to help you move into the next school year empowered,

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48. Gut Health, Intuitive Eating, and Listening to...

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2025/04/30

In this episode, Melissa sits down with author, scientist, and advocate Courtney Lee, the founder of Wellness Without Walls, to unpack the fascinating and critical connection between ADHD and gut health. Courtney shares her personal journey with ADHD, her extensive academic background in medical microbiology, and how she’s using science-backed, intuitive healing methods to help others reframe and heal. From understanding the gut-brain axis to actionable tips for diet and mood support, this

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47. How to Find Safety in Unmasking and Being Authentic

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2025/04/26

In this deeply personal episode, I dive into how our old wounds and childhood stories can hijack our present experiences — especially around authenticity and connection. I share real-time tools for healing these patterns, finding safety in our bodies, and showing up as our true selves. If you've ever struggled with feeling seen, feared rejection, or found it painful to "unmask," this conversation is for you.What you'll learn:Why being authentic can feel so uncomfortable for neurodivergent peopleHow

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46. Shifting Generational Cycles Through Repair and...

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2025/04/18

In this episode of Reframing Neurodiversity, Melissa explains how parents can begin shifting generational cycles through nervous system self-regulation and the powerful practice of repair. She offers insight into how even imperfect parenting moments can become healing opportunities, and how showing up differently—especially in moments of disconnection—can change everything.What you'll learn:What the "gift of repair" means and why it’s vital in parentingHow self-regulation helps interrupt inherited

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45. Reparenting Your Inner Critic and Expanding Your...

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2025/04/11

In this episode of Reframing Neurodiversity, Melissa sits down with Anat Peri—inner child expert, emotional mastery coach, and founder of Training Camp for the Soul—to explore the root of perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, and why so many women with ADHD struggle with being truly seen. Together, they unpack Melissa’s personal breakthrough during a recent retreat, and how Anat’s methods help expand our nervous system’s capacity to handle uncomfortable emotions and heal core wounds.What you’ll

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44. ADHD and Fear of Failure: How to Reframe Mistakes

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2025/04/04

In this episode of Reframing Neurodiversity, we explore how perfectionism often develops as a coping strategy for women with ADHD—and how to begin shifting it through reparenting and nervous system regulation. Melissa vulnerably shares her own experiences and offers tools to reframe mistakes and failure as essential parts of healing and growth.What you’ll learn:Why perfectionism often stems from childhood conditioning and the need to feel safeHow to begin releasing the need to be perfect through

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43. Healing the Core Wounds Behind Perfectionism and...

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2025/03/28

In this episode of Reframing Neurodiversity, we dive into my personal healing journey and explores how three core wounds—feeling unseen, misunderstood, and alone—are often at the root of masking and self-abandonment for women with ADHD. I share how facing the fear of being authentically seen helped me to begin to rewire my nervous system, expand my emotional capacity, and step more fully into my true self Hit play- It's time for you to do the same!What you’ll learn:How core wounds from childhood

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42. Regulating Our Nervous System Is Foundational to...

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2025/03/21

In this powerful episode of the Reframing Neurodiversity podcast, host Melissa Jackson explores why true ADHD support for kids must begin with the adults in their lives—especially mothers. Drawing from personal experience, professional work, and research, Melissa explains how regulating our own nervous systems, understanding our triggers, and reparenting ourselves lays the foundation for our children to thrive. When adults feel more empowered and equipped, kids benefit naturally—emotionally,

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41. Healing from Good Girl Conditioning and Finding...

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2025/03/14

In this episode of Reframing Neurodiversity, we're exploring the deep-rooted impact of good girl conditioning and perfectionism, particularly for women with ADHD. She shares personal insights and practical strategies for unlearning people-pleasing behaviors, setting boundaries, and creating a sense of safety in the nervous system. It's all about the importance of taking small, manageable steps toward authenticity and self-acceptance to foster true emotional and physical well-being. You got this!What

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26:22

40. Myths and Truths About ADHD in Women- Why So Many...

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2025/03/07

Take the FREE quiz: What Self-Regulation Technique do you need right now?Join the community: https://neurodiversityadvocate.substack.com/aboutConnect with Melissa:Schedule a complimentary consultation call with me!Instagram: @neurodiversity_advocate

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39. Navigating Late ADHD Diagnosis, Emotional...

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2025/02/28

In today’s episode, I sit down with Kate Moryoussef, a wellbeing and lifestyle coach specializing in late-diagnosed women with ADHD. We discuss why so many women have gone undiagnosed for years, how ADHD symptoms can become overwhelming as we navigate motherhood and hormonal shifts, and what steps we can take to support ourselves. Kate shares her expertise on emotional regulation, the role of hormones in ADHD, and holistic strategies like EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) that help women move from

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38. Can Trauma Cause ADHD As a Highly Sensitive Person?

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2025/02/21

In today’s episode, we explore the deep connection between high sensitivity, trauma, and ADHD symptoms. I discuss how early attachment experiences shape our nervous system responses and how trauma—especially for highly sensitive individuals—can impact attention, emotional regulation, and self-perception. I also share insights from Dr. Gabor Maté’s work and my personal journey with ADHD, motherhood, and healing. This conversation may be triggering, but leaning into discomfort is often where the most

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37. How To Shift Your Relationship With People...

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2025/02/14

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the root of self-abandonment, masking, and people-pleasing—and how these survival mechanisms not only disconnect us from our true selves but can also manifest as emotional and physical illness. Building on last week’s discussion about the link between people-pleasing and autoimmune conditions, we explore how to create safety within ourselves to show up authentically and heal. I share practical steps to start setting boundaries, recognizing your true needs, and

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36. Autoimmune Disease And The Hidden Costs of...

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2025/02/07

In this episode, I explore the powerful connection between people-pleasing, self-abandonment, and autoimmune disease. Inspired by Dr. Gabor Maté’s insights, I dive into why 80% of autoimmune conditions occur in women and how the societal conditioning to be "good girls" can take a serious toll on our physical health. I share my personal journey of developing and healing multiple autoimmune conditions—without medication—by addressing the emotional wounds and nervous system dysregulation that kept me

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32. Supporting ADHD from a Holistic Lens with Megan...

Reframing Neurodiversity - ADHD Support For Women ·

2025/01/24

In this episode of Reframing Neurodiversity, I chat withMegan Barnett, an Executive Function coach, to dive into the holistic ways we can support neurodivergent children and their families. We discuss the importance of addressing ADHD, anxiety, and other challenges from a strengths-based and compassionate lens, rather than focusing solely on behaviors. You'll hear us explore how nervous system regulation, emotional connection, and rethinking traditional systems play a pivotal role in helping

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23:25

New Year, Real Me- Embracing Authenticity and...

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2025/01/17

In this episode, I reflect on the energy of the new year and how it can often feel like a time of pressure to change quickly, especially for those of us who are neurodivergent. Let's talk about moving away from rigid resolutions and embracing a gentler, more intentional approach to creating the life we want. Together, we explore the core wounds many neurodivergent people carry—like feeling unseen or misunderstood—and how these can lead to patterns like people-pleasing and perfectionism.You'll learn:

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Finding Your Self-Worth in Your Sensitivity with...

Reframing Neurodiversity - ADHD Support For Women ·

2024/12/29

Watch or Read this Episode Here.I'm so excited to have my friend, Alissa Boyer, on today- who is a mentor and coach for highly sensitive people.Alissa is a personal friend who's helped me on my journey as a highly sensitive, ADHD mom, and I just can't wait to dive into:* Finding your self-worth in your sensitivity* And helping you get to the root of living your best life.High sensitivity is a common characteristic of ADHD and neurodivergence. While that neurowiring can be a challenge, I feel like

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[QUIZ] Which Self-Regulation Technique do you need...

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2024/12/19

Read this article hereHi guys.I have been working on something for you that I think you're really going to love.A Quiz to Help you Find the Self-Regulation Technique YOU need right nowIt's practices like these, that I'm still bumping into on the daily.The difference just is I now have the tools to meet myself there. And to bring myself out of it.This is what I want to share with you guys, because it's so empowering.Whether it's:* Trying to move through procrastination* or perfectionism* or

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