The Beyond Body Show

ADHD, Dopamine, and Discipline: How Neurodivergence Impacts Health, Fitness, and Habits with Dr. Jenn Gauthier


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In this episode of The Beyond Body Show, Jen sits down with Dr. Jenn Gauthier—registered clinical counselor and researcher in high-functioning ADHD—to explore how ADHD shows up in the daily habits, struggles, and self-perceptions of ambitious women navigating health and fitness.

Together, they unpack:

  • What high-functioning ADHD actually looks like (and why most research misses the mark)

  • Why ADHD so often coexists with emotional eating, perfectionism, and low self-esteem

  • How executive dysfunction impacts motivation, food prep, and fitness follow-through

  • Tools like habit stacking, micro-actions, and dopamine resets (plus why timers and tech can be your friend)

  • Why identity-based behavior change works better than willpower (especially if you're neurodivergent)

  • The truth about ADHD medication, appetite suppression, and navigating nutrition as a high-functioning adult

  • And how women with ADHD often mask their struggles through success—until it stops working.

Whether you're diagnosed, self-identifying, or just suspect your "inconsistency" has deeper roots—this episode will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and ready to build systems that support your brain, body, and goals.

For high-achievers with a messy mind and a big heart—this one's for you.

You can find Dr. Jenn Gauthier here: https://blackberrycounselling.ca/

Learn more about Beyond Body Coaching here: https://www.beyondbodycoaching.com

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The Beyond Body ShowBy Jen Rudy