Online ADHD Therapy in Boston and across Massachusetts

ADHD Therapy for Women

“I’m tired of feeling stressed out, scattered, and overwhelmed.”

————

“I’m scared that people are going to find out that I don’t have it all together.”

————

“I feel like I’m always playing catch-up, but I never really catch up.”

————

Sound familiar?

I see you.

Being a Woman in Today’s World is Exhausting

Whether you’re managing the stress of a career, college, family, a household, a big life change, or just getting yourself through the day … you have a lot on your plate. 

ADHD can make life even more overwhelming. You might look around and wonder how other people make it look easy.

It’s like they’ve memorized their “Life Instruction Manual” and yours is buried in that stack of papers on your desk.

If ADHD is part of your life or on your mind, you may struggle with:

  • Feeling constantly overwhelmed by tasks, responsibilities, and emotions

  • Managing time or money

  • Feeling sensitive to criticism or having intense emotional reactions

  • Concentrating on boring or difficult tasks

  • Starting or finishing tasks … until the last minute

You've probably figured out ways to make life easier, but just getting through the day takes up SO MUCH of your mental energy.

By the end of the day, you’re absolutely exhausted.

————————

This isn’t how you imagined your life.

Living with ADHD is Complicated

You probably have some amazing strengths - even if it’s hard for you to see them.

  • ADHDers are often creative, intuitive, resourceful, resilient, and great problem-solvers. And when the hyperfocus kicks in, it’s like your own personal superpower.

But living with ADHD can be so hard. ADHD often involves guilt, shame, and apologies.

  • “Sorry, my mind wandered for a minute...”

  • “Sorry, I’m running late again…”

  • “Sorry, I forgot to text you back...”

  • “Sorry, I didn’t mean to say that...”

  • “Sorry, my car is a mess - Can we take yours?”

Coping with ADHD can Involve Masking

  • No one will know how much you’re struggling to keep your life together when you work late to finish that project that was due at noon, help your coworker with her resume, color-code your task list, grab takeout on the way home, and then stay up late to bake cupcakes for your kid’s class, right?

    You’re exhausted and overextended, but you can't refuse because of your people-pleasing nature and fear of letting others down. You wonder if you’ll have time to reconnect with your partner and catch up on laundry and sleep this weekend.

  • They don’t realize that you use self-deprecating humor like a shield to deflect attention from moments of forgetfulness. After all, if you’re the first one to make jokes about running late and forgetting to respond to texts, no one will know how hard you try to stay on top of everything.

    How painful it is when someone else makes a joke at your expense. How much you overthink and replay every single one. And how sometimes, when life gets really stressful, you feel sad and hopeless that it will ever get better.

  • You’re seen as a team player and hard worker - despite running late on most days. You’ve got systems to make sure (mostly) everything gets done, but it always feels like they’re about to fall apart.

    Social interactions feel like a finely tuned performance, where you rely on scripted responses and casual banter to fit in.

    Evenings go by too fast when you get to recharge from the pressures and sensory overload from the day. Your chore list is a mile long, but it’s hard to find the energy. Just getting through the day leaves you feeling mentally and physically exhausted.

Late at night, as you struggle to quiet your racing thoughts, you wonder why everyday life feels so overwhelming.

You think you must be doing something wrong.

Why does every task seem to come with bonus tasks, and why is it SO HARD to tell anyone you’re struggling?

What if living with ADHD could be easier?

What if you could do more than just get through the day?

ADHD Therapy Can Help

Overcome the Overwhelm

We’ll work together to develop strategies to simplify daily life and overcome challenges at home, at work, and in relationships.

We may focus on improving time management, organization, motivation, or communication skills.

Reconnect with Yourself

If you’re trapped in a cycle of negative self-talk, we'll work on breaking free from those patterns.

We’ll focus on boosting your self-esteem, reconnecting with your authentic self, and making your relationships stronger.

Create Balance

It’s hard to find balance when it feels like you’re being pulled in so many different directions, and you don’t know where to start or where you’re supposed to end up.

We’ll create space for self-care and work toward creating a life of balance and fulfillment.

ADHD Looks Different for Women

Your therapy should, too. 

You’re not the stereotypical little boy with ADHD who can’t sit still in class. You’re probably not throwing crayons at your partner and coworkers (though on some days, you might wish you could).

But you might struggle with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity - in different ways.  

How I Work

I use a neurodiversity-affirming, person-centered, strengths-based approach.

  • We’ll work together to learn about your strengths and unique thinking style, identify how ADHD impacts you, and develop strategies to make your days feel easier to manage.

  • We’ll figure out ways to help you manage stress, boost confidence, and improve relationships.

  • Together we’ll explore practical strategies to balance family, work, and personal life.  

My approach to ADHD therapy for women considers the unique challenges that many women face, including coping with late diagnosis and adjusting to hormonal changes.

You deserve to spend less time feeling stressed out and overwhelmed, and more time focusing on what really matters to you.

Therapy for ADHD can help you:

  • Learn strategies to manage stress and anxiety

  • Build confidence and self-esteem

  • Develop practical strategies for time management, organization, and handling challenges in your daily life

  • Create stronger and more supportive relationships 

  • Show more understanding and kindness to your past and present self

You deserve more than just getting through the day.

 Frequently Asked Questions

  • I focus on working with women with ADHD, but I have experience supporting all types of ADHDers. If you believe I’d be a good fit for you, please reach out!

    We can discuss your needs and goals and decide if we’d make a good team.

  • Women with ADHD typically show less external hyperactivity and impulsivity than men. They may have internal hyperactivity, which can show up as intrusive thoughts, negative self-talk, and overthinking. Women are also more likely to mask their symptoms, often resulting in late diagnosis or misdiagnosis.

  • If you’re feeling chronically overwhelmed by parts of your life, then reach out! We’ll explore the areas causing overwhelm and discuss potential ADHD symptoms.

    Some people decide to start therapy after a family member is diagnosed with ADHD, which makes them question their own potential symptoms. Others connect with information they’ve heard through friends or social media.

    Executive functioning difficulties can stem from various sources, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, and other challenges.

  • If my website resonates with you, please reach out! I’ve supported many autistic and AuDHD clients.

    Whether you’re autistic, you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD, or you’re wondering if you’re one or both, I’m here for you. My approach is centered on supporting you as you learn more about yourself and develop skills to navigate the world.

    We can work together to explore coping skills and strategies to help you thrive in your personal and professional life, without losing sight of who you are.

    I can also support you in unmasking and embracing your authentic self, so you can live with greater confidence and ease.

  • Navigate to the Contact page or click the button below to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. You can learn more about ADHD therapy and see if we’d make a good team to work toward your goals.