As a Vancouver-based Naturopathic Doctor, I offer neuroaffirming, trauma-informed ADHD care for women and late-diagnosed adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, and unseen. Naturopathic medicine supports ADHD by addressing nervous system regulation, hormones, nutrition, sleep, and brain chemistry without trying to “fix” who you are.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental variation that affects attention regulation, impulse control, motivation, emotional regulation, and executive functioning. ADHD is not a failure to cope or a lack of discipline. It reflects differences in brain structure, neurotransmitter activity, and nervous system regulation, which are all often shaped further by hormonal shifts, social/societal expectations, and years of masking.
My passion for supporting ADHD comes from being late diagnosed myself. Like many other people who are late diagnosed, this came after years of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out, and like I was constantly falling behind in life. ADHD in women often presents differently from the stereotypes, with less overt hyperactivity and more internal restlessness, inattentive symptoms, and diagnostic overshadowing by other mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder.
The internal experience of ADHD can look like:
Late diagnosis can bring both relief and grief; relief in finally having an explanation, but grief for all the years spent unseen, unheard, and unsupported. As a Naturopathic Doctor, my goal is not to change who you are, but to support your physiology so that life feels more sustainable, regulated, and aligned with how your brain actually works.
Naturopathic medicine takes a whole-person approach instead of looking at symptoms in isolation. For women and late-diagnosed adults, this often means addressing the layers that have accumulated over time: stress, hormonal influences, nutrient depletion, and nervous system exhaustion.
ADHD support may focus on:
This approach can be used on its own or alongside ADHD medications, therapy, or coaching.
Difficulty initiating tasks, sustaining attention, or transitioning between activities is a common experience of ADHD. We explore contributors like nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar variability, sleep debt, and nervous system overload, while building practical strategies that work with your brain, capacity, and sensory needs.
ADHD-related emotional sensitivity can be hard to differentiate from true anxiety or mood because they can co-occur. Neurotransmitter support, nervous system regulation, and internal and external stressors are all pieces that can help with emotional stability and regulation.
Hormonal fluctuations have a significant impact on ADHD, which often leads to more support being needed in phases such as perimenopause, postpartum, and premenstrually (PMDD or PMS). Understanding these shifts and receiving support for both your ADHD and your hormones can make these phases feel more manageable.
Disrupted and difficult sleep is a common co-occurrence with ADHD, which can be worsened by stress and hormonal shifts. Sleep is essential for energy, focus, attention, and emotional regulation. Support is individualized, which can include circadian rhythm shifts, night-time nervous system support, addressing cortisol dysregulation, and sleep routine adjustments.
Emerging research is continuing to highlight the relationship between gut health, inflammation, and cognitive function. Digestive symptoms, food sensitivities, and microbiome balance are all important pieces for supporting the cognitive and emotional aspects of ADHD.
Nutritional changes are adaptable and take into account sensory needs, food aversions, disordered eating history, and capacity. Rather than restrictive plans, we focus on consistent nourishment that supports energy and overall health. This includes adequate protein, micronutrients needed for neurotransmitter synthesis, and minimizing blood sugar crashes that worsen irritability and inattention.
Success is measured by how you feel. We focus on progress (not perfection), and celebrate each small win along the way.
If you are looking for ADHD care that is thoughtful, validating, and tailored to women and late-diagnosed adults, I invite you to book a consultation.
Together, we can build support that honours your nervous system, your biology, and your lived experience.