In this episode, we welcome Rebecca Tolbert, a mental health therapist and ADHD coach specializing in ADHD in women. Rebecca shares her expertise on managing ADHD through practical, actionable strategies and philosophical approaches. She discusses the importance of sleep, nutrition, hydration, and sensory grounding techniques to help improve executive functioning and emotional regulation. The episode also dives into how ADHD presents differently in women and provides guidance for adults seeking an ADHD diagnosis. Rebecca emphasizes the value of understanding and supporting team members with ADHD to maximize their potential in a nonprofit setting.
Episode Highlights
01:36 Practical strategies for managing ADHD
02:32 Why basic needs matter for ADHD regulation
06:19 How ADHD shows up in women and leaders
19:43 Nervous system, stress, and emotional regulation
24:24 Practical, real-life tools for managing ADHD
Meet the Guest
My guest for this episode is Rebecca Tolbert.
Rebecca Tolbert, LICSW, is a mental health therapist and ADHD Coach who dives into the research and find practical, actionable ways to integrate wellness and healing. She specializes in ADHD in women (because she's a woman with ADHD) and loves to share her insights with everyone from schools to companies.
She lives in Washington, DC, with her husband, toddler, and Braque Francais
Connect with Rebecca:
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