Impulsivity is often misunderstood when it comes to ADHD. People usually think it just means interrupting or making quick decisions, but for many of us, it goes much deeper. It can affect our habits, relationships, finances, and even the course of our lives. Impulsivity isn’t just about being reckless. It’s really about chasing what our brains crave: stimulation, reward, and relief. This constant search for dopamine is something many adults with ADHD experience, often before

Hi, its me again with my ADHD ramblings that no one probably reads, but if you do grab a brew because we need to have a proper heart to heart. If you’re anything like me with a brain that’s basically a browser with 47 tabs open, three of them playing music you cant remember the name of, and one occasionally screaming that you've forgot to put the washing machine on AGAIN. You ’ll know that having ADHD isn’t just about losing your keys for the fifth time today. It’s the emoti

We are born into a world of clocks, but the most dangerous ones aren't the ones on our wrists. They are the invisible, social chronometers that tell us where we should be, what we should own, and who we should be with. It often begins as a child with a simple question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” At first, it seems harmless and exciting to imagine what we could become. But over time, that question evolves into something much heavier, a quiet but persistent

Right, let’s get one thing straight before we even start, if I hear one more person say, "Oh, I get distracted too, I think we’re all a bit ADHD," I am going to lose my absolute mind. No, Sandra, you’re not "a bit ADHD." You just forgot your Tesco Bag for Life once. Saying we’re all a bit ADHD is like saying we’re all a bit pregnant because you felt a bit bloated after a chippy tea. Fuck off. The "relatable" comments of "aren't we all..." don't make us feel included; they ma

In todays world, therapy has moved a long way from the shadows and stigma of "hush hush" appointments into the mainstream of "self care" across social media. However, as visibility has increased, so has the spread of myths and perceptions. Many people enter the therapy room with a set of expectations built on 60 second social media clips or things in the media which isnt the way i practice, so it’s time to dismantle the most persistent misconceptions about therapy. 1. The "Ma

There’s a version of AuDHD that gets talked about online the relatable memes, the colour coded planners (which i have far to many of), the “I forgot my keys again” humour. But then there’s the bit no one really talks about, the parts that on some days feel impossible to manage. The contradictions. The exhaustion. The internal tug of war. I’m writing this not just as a therapist who works with neurodivergent clients, but as a therapist with AuDHD. I was diagnosed with Autism a

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I was diagnosed as AuDHD at 30, and let me tell you, it was the biggest "lightbulb moment" of my life. But it also came with a side of absolute exhaustion. If you’ve spent 20, 30, or 40 years trying to fit into a world that wasn't built for your brain, you aren't just "tired." You are likely exhausted from a lifetime of masking.

Let’s be real for a second sleep is hard when your brain has 47 tabs open, one of them is playing a song from 2009 on loop, and another is worrying about that thing you said to the waitress three years ago when they said have a nice meal and you said yeah you too! (still makes me cringe i said this)

Every year brings its own challenges and opportunities for growth. Sometimes, the most important achievements are not the ones that show up on a resume or social media feed but the quiet, powerful shifts within ourselves. This year, many people have made progress in areas that deeply affect their well-being and happiness. Setting boundaries, learning to say no, releasing people-pleasing habits, discovering their authentic selves, starting or ending therapy, and embracing inne

May is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) Awareness Month—a time dedicated to amplifying...

Domestic abuse (sometimes called domestic violence) is a pattern of controlling, coercive or threatening behaviour by a partner, ex-partner or family member. It can include physical and sexual violence, but also non-physical abuse – for example threats, humiliation, stalking, emotional/psychological abuse, verbal abuse and controlling someone’s access to money, work or friends.