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If you have ADHD or Autism and deal with chronic pain, migraines, IBS, or unexplained fatigue, your doctors may be missing a critical connection that could finally explain why nothing seems to work.

For years, people with ADHD and autism have been told their chronic pain is "just normal" or "all in their head." But there's a neurological link between ADHD, autism, and conditions like fibromyalgia, migraines, and IBS that most doctors aren't trained to recognize. In this episode, Dr. Michael Lenz explains why these connections are overlooked, how to advocate for proper diagnosis when your symptoms aren't being connected, and what comprehensive treatment actually looks like when both your ADHD and chronic pain are managed together.

• Why stimulant medication can actually help with pain tolerance
• The diagnostic gap keeping patients stuck in fragmented care
• How to write your medical story so doctors finally listen
• Why "normal pain" is actually zero pain

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For Melissa:
🎙 Work with Melissa: https://likemindcoaching.com/

For Brianna:
🎙 Work with Brianna: https://understandingadhd.ca/


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ABOUT THE GUEST
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Who is Dr. Michael Lenz?
Dr. Michael Lenz is a dual-trained pediatrician and internist who has been diagnosing and treating ADHD in children since 1996 and in adults since the early 2000s. His expertise extends to chronic pain conditions, including fibromyalgia, migraines, IBS, and autoimmune disorders. He is the author of Conquering Your Fibromyalgia and hosts a podcast by the same name, where he explores the overlooked connections between neurodivergence and chronic pain.

Where to find Dr. Michael Lenz:
🌐 Website: https://www.conqueringyourfibromyalgia.com/
📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@cqrfibromyalgia
🎙 Podcast: Conquering Your Fibromyalgia

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Book: Conquering Your Fibromyalgia by Dr. Michael Lenz

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🎙 MEET YOUR HYPERCAST HOSTS
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🔹 Melissa Llewellyn Snider — ADHD Coach, Educator & EP of Hypercast
Melissa helps overwhelmed adults with ADHD build systems for life and work that actually work for them.
📍 https://likemindcoaching.com/

🔹 Brianna Morton — ADHD Coach, Educator & Therapist
Brianna blends ADHD education with mental health support and practical tools for everyday life.
📍 https://understandingadhd.ca/

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🎧 Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MulbTZUpGtJtYPgiogGQd?si=YdXDIqUJTpWJ68kEaJFHIg

🍎 Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hypercast-an-adhd-podcast/id1745350643

🌍 Website:
https://www.hypercastpod.com/

📸 Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hypercast.podcast/

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Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding medication or treatment decisions.

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Ever been in therapy and wondered, “Is this actually helping?”
This episode breaks down what ADHD-informed/ Neuro-affirming therapy is supposed to look like—and why so many ADHDers feel stuck or blamed instead.

If therapy hasn’t helped your ADHD the way you hoped, it might not be you—it might be a mismatch. In this episode, therapist Justin Lamb explains what ADHD-informed and neuro-affirming therapy actually looks like, how to tell if it’s working, and when it’s okay to question or change therapists. You’ll walk away with clearer expectations, red and green flags to watch for, and language to advocate for what your brain actually needs.


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For Melissa:
🎙 Download Melissa’s Burnout Reset Guide — a 5-step toolkit for ADHD burnout recovery
https://www.likemindcoaching.com/free-download
For Brianna:
🎙 Learn more about Brianna’s work at
https://understandingadhd.ca/

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1:00 Intro — Why ADHD therapy often doesn’t work
3:50 How ADHD diagnosis changed Justin’s life
5:00 What ADHD-informed/ Neuro-affirming therapy should actually look like
9:45 “Doing the work” — what that really means
14:30 Therapist fit: why connection matters more than credentials
17:30 Green flags and red flags in ADHD therapy
25:30 Therapy as maintenance vs crisis support
29:45 The one question that changes how you experience therapy


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Who is Justin Lamb, LLPC?
Justin Lamb is a licensed therapist who works with adults navigating life transitions and ADHD. He brings both professional training and lived experience to his work, helping clients understand how their brains function and how therapy can actually support that.
Where to find Justin Lamb:
http://www.justinlamblpc.com

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🎙 MEET YOUR HYPERCAST HOSTS
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🔹 Melissa Llewellyn Snider — ADHD Coach, Educator & EP of Hypercast
Melissa helps overwhelmed adults with ADHD build systems for life and work that actually work for them.
📍 https://likemindcoaching.com/
🔹 Brianna Morton — ADHD Coach, Educator & Therapist
Brianna blends ADHD education with mental health support and practical tools for everyday life.
📍 https://understandingadhd.ca/

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🎧 Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MulbTZUpGtJtYPgiogGQd?si=YdXDIqUJTpWJ68kEaJFHIg
🍎 Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hypercast-an-adhd-podcast/id1745350643
🌍 Website:
https://www.hypercastpod.com/
📸 Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hypercast.podcast/

📺 YouTube:
https://youtu.be/woFFLChKHH0

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Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding medication or treatment decisions.
Affiliate Disclosure:
From time to time, we may share affiliate links. If you choose to use them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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Why does momentum just die when you have ADHD—right when things start going well?
In this grounded, real-talk episode of Hypercast, Melissa and Brianna unpack why ADHD follow-through collapses around the 80% mark, and what actually works when motivation runs out.

👉 If you’re tired of being told to “just try harder,” this conversation will feel like a reset.

💬 In this episode

-Why ADHD momentum disappears even when you care

-The 80% wall: when interest fades and shame kicks in

-How to find “finishers” who complement your strengths

-The 4 pillars of sustainable follow-through: Novelty, Passion, Urgency, Challenge

-How to work with your interest-based nervous system instead of against it

-Real stories, lived experiences, and the systems that actually help ADHDers get things done
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🚀 Free Resource

👉 Download Melissa’s Burnout Reset Guide – your 5-step toolkit for ADHD burnout recovery: https://www.likemindcoaching.com/free-download

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👥 Co-Hosts

Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD & Neurodiversity Coach & Educator
Website → https://likemindcoaching.com

Brianna Morton – Neuro-affirming Therapist & ADHD Coach
Website → https://understandingadhd.ca

Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
www.likemindcoaching.com

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I thought treating my ADHD would solve everything. Instead, it uncovered something I'd been missing for years—my autism.

What happens when your ADHD meds work, but you're still struggling? When the diagnosis explains some things, but not everything? This episode is about the complex reality of having both ADHD and autism (AuDHD), how they mask each other, and what changes when you finally understand you have both.

👉 Subscribe to Hypercast for real talk on neurodivergent life: https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

🎙️ In this conversation:

• How ADHD and autism hide each other
• Why stimulant meds can unmask autistic traits
• The difference between meltdowns and shutdowns
• Learning to recognize masking and sensory overwhelm
• Why the DSM misses so many late-diagnosed adults
• Moving from "floating through life" to understanding yourself

This is raw, unfiltered conversation about dual diagnosis—equal parts recognition grief and relief.

Melissa Llewellyn Snider Melissa is an ADHD coach who supports neurodivergent adults finding their rhythm in work and life while building real confidence. She's the Executive Producer of Hypercast and offers 1-to-1 coaching. Learn more: https://www.likemindcoaching.com/

Brianna Morton
Brianna is an ADHD coach and neuroaffirming therapist who supports individuals navigating ADHD challenges with compassion and understanding. She offers therapy and coaching services. More about Brianna: https://www.understandingadhd.ca/about

🎥 Watch next: ADHD & Masking → https://youtu.be/Mz3zUbptYPg 💬 What part hit home for you? Let us know in the comments.

If you've ever wondered "Why am I still struggling even after my ADHD diagnosis?"—this one's for you.

#ADHD #Autism #AuDHD #NeurodivergentLife #ADHDPodcast #DualDiagnosis #Hypercast

Music:

https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/IrVEjR69Dw/

Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
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Email: info@understandingadhd.ca
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Ever feel like you're failing your partner—no matter how hard you try?
ADHD can twist even the best intentions into missed connections, misunderstood actions, and emotional disconnection. In this episode of Hypercast, we unpack the raw truth behind why relationships feel so hard when you're neurodivergent—and what can actually shift the dynamic.

👉 Subscribe to Hypercast for new episodes every other Week: https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

🎙 Meet Your Hypercast Hosts

🔹 Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD Coach, Educator & EP of Hypercast
Melissa helps ADHDers build systems and strategies for life, work, and executive function challenges.
📍 https://likemindcoaching.com/

🔹 Brianna Morton – ADHD Coach, Educator & Therapist
Brianna blends ADHD education with mental health support and executive function tools.
📍 https://understandingadhd.ca/

🌐 More Episodes + Resources
https://www.hypercastpod.com/

🎥 Watch next: ADHD& Masking→ https://youtu.be/Mz3zUbptYPg
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#ADHD #NeurodivergentLife #ADHDPodcast

🧠 About Hypercast
Real talk about ADHD life—challenges, systems, relationships, work, and the moments in between. Hosted by two ADHD coaches who’ve lived it.

#ADHD #Neurodivergent #ADHDPodcast #Hypercast

Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
www.likemindcoaching.com

Brianna's Contact:
Email: info@understandingadhd.ca
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Ever feel like your emotions hijack your brain? One second you’re fine—then you're spiraling over something as small as someone eating your last frozen waffle.
If you live with ADHD, this emotional rollercoaster isn't just a personality quirk. It's a real, neurological experience—and you’re not alone.

👉 Subscribe to Hypercast for real, relatable ADHD conversations:
https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1

🎙️ In this episode, we explore:
Why emotional dysregulation is so common in ADHD

What’s actually happening in your brain during those explosive moments

Tactics to manage intense emotions—in the moment and over time

How shame, guilt, and internalized judgment make it worse

What emotional self-trust really looks like (and how to rebuild it)

This episode is about understanding what’s happening under the surface—and finding tools that actually make life feel more livable.

👥 Co-Hosts
Melissa Llewellyn Snider
Melissa is an ADHD coach and the Executive Producer of Hypercast. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and corporate education on ADHD and neurodiversity.
🔗 https://likemindcoaching.com

Brianna Morton
Brianna is an ADHD coach and therapist intern. She’s passionate about supporting neurodivergent adults through self-understanding and compassion.
🔗 https://understandingadhd.ca

Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
www.likemindcoaching.com

Brianna's Contact:
Email: info@understandingadhd.ca
www.understandingADHD.ca

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They Get Me.
There’s nothing like the moment you meet someone and just know they get it. This episode explores how ADHDers find that kind of connection, what it takes to build a safe, supportive ADHD Community, and what it looks and feels like when it finally clicks.

📌 In This Episode
We talk about why community matters so much for ADHDers, how to find people who truly resonate with you, and how to create safe, shared spaces where you don’t have to mask to belong. Kate shares stories from the classroom, adult study halls, Mario Kart tournaments, and her new ADHD Discord—each a real-world example of scaffolding connection, not just hoping for it.

You’ll also hear strategies for:

Pressing boundaries without burning out

Identifying red flags in relationships

Building trust through consistency and shared interests

Starting small and building connections at your own pace

🎙 Meet Your Hosts
Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD coach + EP of Hypercast. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and corporate education on ADHD and neurodiversity. Learn more at: https://likemindcoaching.com

Brianna Morton – ADHD coach + neuro-affirming therapist. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and therapy for ADHDers and neurodivergent individuals. Learn more at: https://understandingadhd.ca

🎧 Special Guest: Kate Sage
Kate Sage is an executive function and ADHD coach for adults, and the founder of Sage EF Coaching. Her teaching background and strengths-based approach help clients develop sustainable strategies and build community rooted in shared values and authentic connection.
🌐 Website: https://www.sageef.com
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sageefcoaching/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sage-ef-coaching/
💬 Join the Sage Collective ADHD Discord: https://www.sageef.com/sage-collective


🎥 Watch Next:
ADHD & Masking → https://youtu.be/Mz3zUbptYPg
ADHD & Mindfulness Pt 1→ https://youtu.be/Cl1WGE1_-eA
(Unlocking Your True Potential: Mindfulness For ADHD Minds | ADHD & Mindfulness Series Pt. 1)

📒 Mentioned Tools & Spaces:

Kate’s ADHD Discord community (linked above)

How to Use Discord → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-tZpxncemg

Meetup.com


💬 What helps you feel safe enough to connect with others?
Share in the comments—we’d love to hear how you're building community.


🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more ADHD conversations that go deeper → https://www.youtube.com/@HypercastPodcast?sub_confirmation=1


#ADHDCommunity #ADHDRelationships #NeurodivergentLife #HypercastPodcast #ADHDSupport

Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
www.likemindcoaching.com

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Email: info@understandingadhd.ca
www.understandingADHD.ca

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🧼 Why does cleaning feel so overwhelming with ADHD?
You’re not lazy—you’re juggling executive dysfunction, sensory overload, and unrealistic expectations. In this episode, we unpack why “just cleaning” isn’t so simple when you have ADHD—and how to build systems that actually work with your brain.

📌 In This Episode:
• Why spring cleaning with ADHD is never just cleaning
• How to stop chasing neurotypical standards and create your own rhythm
• Tools, tactics, and sensory tips that actually help
• What to do when guilt and shame get in the way of cleaning
• How to prioritize your energy without burning out

🎙 Meet Your Hosts
Melissa Llewellyn Snider – ADHD coach + EP of Hypercast. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and corporate education on ADHD and neurodiversity. Learn more at: https://likemindcoaching.com

Brianna Morton – ADHD coach + neuro-affirming therapist. She offers 1-to-1 coaching and therapy for ADHDers and neurodivergent individuals. Learn more at: https://understandingadhd.ca


💬 Got tips or struggles you want to share?
Let’s hear it in the comments—what helps you get through cleaning with ADHD?

Melissa's Contact:
Email: melissa@likemindcoaching.com
www.likemindcoaching.com

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Email: info@understandingadhd.ca
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