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AuDHD and Then Some- Hosted by Ellie AuDHD
Hosted by Ellie AuDHD of AuDHD and then some. · EN
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Hey guys, it’s me, Ellie and this is my tiny part of the world a space that represents me and sometimes “us”🤍
Here I pride myself on being honest, down to earth, open, sometimes a bit sweary… but most importantly, unapologetically me. It’s taken me a long time to get here and I nearly at times didn’t , but I made it — just in time for perimenopause (joy 😭).
This is a safe, inclusive space for everyone — neurodivergent and non-neurodivergent people, ADHD, autistic and AuDHD minds, men, women, non-binary people, all ages, races, religions, identities, and backgrounds.
Whether you’re diagnosed, self-identifying, questioning, struggling, healing, or simply trying to understand yourself better… you are welcome here.
Because once upon a time, I needed a space like this — and I felt welcome nowhere. So let’s not recreate that.
After years of ADHD masking, autism masking, people pleasing, emotional burnout, and trying to fit into spaces that never fully fit me, I’m now on a journey to better understand myself, my AuDHD brain, and what it really means to live authentically as a neurodivergent woman — whilst training as a therapist, working as a mentor and coach, and occasionally doing motivational speaking.
If you’re navigating ADHD, autism, AuDHD, masking, burnout, executive dysfunction, rejection sensitivity, overwhelm, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, or the emotional reality of being neurodivergent in a world that doesn’t always understand you — you’re welcome here.
We also sometimes touch on trauma, healing, relationships, identity, mental health, and nervous system overwhelm… because a problem shared is a problem halved and all that and I’ve had an exciting life (ffs)
AuDHD and then some is a neurodivergent mental health podcast hosted by Ellie, exploring the real and often unspoken side of ADHD, autism, and late-diagnosed AuDHD.
Expect honest conversations, relatable reflections, and practical insights around:
• ADHD and autism (AuDHD)
• Neurodivergent identity and unmasking
• Executive dysfunction and autistic burnout
• Emotional regulation and nervous system overwhelm
• Rejection sensitivity and people pleasing
• ADHD in women and high-masking autism
• Late diagnosis grief and self-acceptance
This isn’t about fixing yourself.
It’s about understanding your brain, softening the noise, and feeling a little less alone.
✨ More resources, bonus content and community:
www.ellieaudhd.com
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Robert Rackley: ADHD, Autism, Boundaries & Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)
Jul 800:59:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode of AuDHD and Then Some, I sit down with accredited psychotherapist Robert Rackley, who specialises in ADHD, autism, and neurodivergent mental health.We explore why boundaries can feel so difficult for neurodivergent people, the reality of rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), masking, emotional overwhelm, and how growing up misunderstood can shape the way we experience relationships and ourselves.Robert shares compassionate, practical insights that help make sense of the neurodivergent experience, while we have an honest conversation about the challenges—and strengths—that come with living as an AuDHD adult.Whether you’re newly diagnosed, questioning whether you’re neurodivergent, or supporting someone who is, this episode is full of validation, understanding, and practical takeaways.In this episode we discuss:• ADHD and autism• AuDHD• Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)• Boundaries and people-pleasing• Emotional regulation• Masking and unmasking• Neurodivergent mental health• Late diagnosis• Self-understanding and self-compassionIf this conversation resonates with you, don’t forget to follow the podcast and share it with someone who might need to hear it.
Transcribe →Introducing the Ellie AuDHD Personal Spotify Subscribers Hub | The Stories Behind the Podcast
Jun 16Tap to summarizeIntroducing the AuDHD and Then Some Subscriber Hub | The Stories Behind the PodcastI’ve spent a lot of time deciding whether to create a subscriber space, and in this episode I explain why I’ve chosen to do it.Many people know me through my ADHD, autism and AuDHD content, but there are also parts of my life story that have shaped who I am today. Some experiences are funny, some are difficult, some taught me valuable lessons, and some are stories I don’t feel comfortable sharing publicly with the entire world.The main podcast will continue to be free and accessible to everyone. However, the subscriber hub will give me a space to share some of the more personal experiences, life lessons, challenges and reflections that have influenced my journey.This isn’t about sensationalising difficult experiences. It’s about sharing lived experience in a way that may help others feel less alone, better understand themselves, or learn from some of the things I’ve experienced throughout my life.If you’ve ever wondered about the stories behind the podcast, this episode explains what you can expect from the subscriber hub and why I’ve decided to create it.Topics include ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, Neurodivergence, Late Diagnosis, Family Dynamics, Childhood Experiences with themes of abuse , Personal Growth, Mental Health, substance abuse, Parenting, Resilience, Boundaries, Self-Worth and Lived Experience and unfortunately much more 💜 Ellie
Transcribe →The Real Reason My AuDHD Diagnosis Changed My Life | Late Diagnosis Reflections (Part 2)
Jun 8Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Part 2 of this conversation about late diagnosis, ADHD, autism and AuDHD.In this episode, I share how receiving a diagnosis helped me replace years of self-criticism with self-understanding, why diagnosis can impact entire families, and the surprising ways it helped me build confidence and self-compassion.If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s “too late” to seek an ADHD, autism or AuDHD diagnosis, this episode is for you.Because sometimes a diagnosis doesn’t change who you are.It helps you understand who you’ve always been.#AuDHD #LateDiagnosis #ADHDWomen #AutisticAdults #Neurodivergent #ADHDSupport #AutismAcceptance #AuDHDPodcast #NeurodiversityPodcast #AdultDiagnosis💜 Bonus Ellie-style title option if you want something a bit more clickable:
Transcribe →The AuDHD Heatwave Struggle Nobody Talks About | ADHD, Autism & Sensory Overload
May 26Tap to summarizeHeatwaves can feel completely overwhelming for ADHD and autistic people — and not enough people talk about why.In this episode of AuDHD And Then Some, Ellie talks openly about:* sensory overload in hot weather* emotional dysregulation* autistic burnout* ADHD overwhelm* sleep struggles* irritability and shutdowns* nervous system exhaustion* masking during summer* why heat can make neurodivergent symptoms worseIf you’ve ever felt exhausted, overstimulated or emotionally drained during hot weather, this episode is for you.A relatable and validating neurodivergent podcast for late diagnosed adults navigating ADHD, autism, AuDHD, burnout and mental overload.🎧 Available on all podcast platforms via Linktree:linktr.ee/Ellieaudhd#ADHD #Autism #AuDHD #Neurodivergent #ADHDPodcast #AutismPodcast #ExecutiveDysfunction #SensoryOverload #AutisticBurnout #MentalHealthPodcast
Transcribe →Why I feel guilty when I spend money adhd
May 26Tap to summarizeWhy do AuDHD & ADHD brains feel guilty after ordering takeaway food? In this episode, Ellie talks about dopamine eating, food guilt, impulsive spending, safe foods, burnout, executive dysfunction & the emotional cycle many neurodivergent people secretly struggle with.
Transcribe →Catastrophising, Intrusive Thoughts & AuDHD Motherhood |
May 23Tap to summarizeWhy do neurodivergent parents catastrophise so intensely? In this emotionally honest ADHD podcast episode, Ellie talks about intrusive thoughts, OCD traits, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, and AuDHD motherhood after her daughter goes away to Cornwall and her brain spirals into worst-case scenarios.This episode explores:• ADHD catastrophising• intrusive thoughts in ADHD and autism• OCD traits and anxiety• emotional dysregulation• neurodivergent parenting• AuDHD motherhood• hypervigilance and overthinking• why ADHD brains struggle to relax• rejection sensitivity and fear• neurodivergent mental healthIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by anxiety, constantly imagined worst-case scenarios, or struggled to calm your nervous system as a neurodivergent adult or parent, this episode will make you feel less alone.🎧 AuDHD And Then Some — unapologetically autistic and emotionally honest.
Transcribe →Why ADHD Meds Made My Autism Traits Louder (AuDHD Experience)
May 18Tap to summarizeIn this episode of AuDHD And Then Some, Ellie talks honestly about the strange experience of feeling “more autistic” after starting ADHD medication.From sensory overload and masking exhaustion to social burnout, rigid routines, and suddenly hearing every background noise known to mankind… this episode explores what happens when ADHD chaos quiets down and autistic traits become impossible to ignore.If you’re AuDHD, late diagnosed, or have ever felt confused by how medication changed your brain, this episode will probably feel very familiar.We discuss:* ADHD medication & autism unmasking* sensory overwhelm* masking and social exhaustion* late diagnosis & self-understanding* the difference between ADHD chaos and autistic overwhelm* why so many AuDHD people relate to this experienceRaw, funny, honest conversations for neurodivergent minds trying to understand themselves a little better. 💜
Transcribe →Man On Pause: Men’s Mental Health & AuDHD
May 15Summary readyIn this episode of AuDHD And Then Some, Ellie sits down with Daran, also known as Man On Pause, for an honest and important conversation about men’s mental health, neurodivergence, masking, burnout, and the pressures many men face when it comes to opening up emotionally.Together, they discuss the impact of late diagnosis, emotional suppression, silent burnout, loneliness, and the reality of trying to function in systems that often don’t support neurodivergent people properly.As a mother of three neurodivergent and male-born children, Ellie also shares why these conversations matter so deeply to her personally and why creating safe spaces for open discussion is so important.A huge thank you to Daran for taking the time to join the podcast, share his experiences so openly, and help raise awareness around men’s mental health and AuDHD.If this episode resonates with you, please remember you are not alone and support is out there.
SummaryWhy I Never Felt ‘Autistic Enough’ or ‘ADHD Enough’
May 12Tap to summarizeWhat if being AuDHD isn’t about fitting neatly into one label… but finding the balance that actually works for your brain?In this episode of AuDHD and Then Some., I talk about trying to find my own “sweet spot” on the autism and ADHD spectrum — understanding which environments, routines, boundaries, and ways of living help me feel most regulated, comfortable, and like myself
Transcribe →ADHD Anxiety & Overthinking Guided Meditation
May 7Tap to summarizeSometimes we don’t need advice — we just need a moment to breathe. 🌿This guided mindfulness session is for the exhausted minds, anxious hearts, and overwhelmed nervous systems needing a little softness today.
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