Lindsey Milner

Lindsey has worked in advertising and copywriting for over 20 years - working for the Guardian, News UK and Hearst Magazines and creative agencies.

She’s hugely passionate about breaking down the stigma of mental health, neurodiversity and getting mothers more support throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period.

She says: Public speaking has always been a part of my career and my personal life: speaking at weddings, parties and funerals! Since a young age I suffered with anxiety and occasional bouts of depression.

As a teenager, faced with increased socialising and going to university & joining the world of work, I found a magic medication for my anxiety called alcohol!

As with many women, it wasn’t until I got pregnant and had my first child in 2015 that I fully understood the reality of my mental health. Without alcohol in my life, I could see how low my moods were.

I had Post-Natal Depression for 2 years and it affected my ability to work. I couldn’t find the balance of being a parent with flexible work that wasn’t ‘boring’ or ‘unstimulating’... which led to more depression.

After the birth of my second child in 2019, I was listening to a lot of podcasts. An episode with Nicky Cambell and another with Jordan Stephens from the Rizzle Kicks – where both spoke about their experiences of ADHD were my lightbulb moments! I got a private diagnosis in 2023.

I have moderate - severe combined ADHD - and my anxiety was ADHD. The ADHD caused my depression. I also suspect I’m autistic as the contradictions I experience between my desire for impulsive behaviours and my need for routine and structure are real and intense!

After doing a LOT of ADHD courses with the likes of ADHD Works and the Open Uni, I do freelance work helping improve workplace culture. I offer employer branding support and neurodivergent awareness and training for HR and Line Managers.

I’ve volunteered with charities like the PANDAS Foundation UK - helping support new parents on a helpline.

I’ve supported the young people’s mental health charity: The Be Free Campaign and contributed to a book for children aged 5-12 on mental health, which will be released next year.

I’ve recently started volunteering with ALF: the Accessible Learning Foundation - they help to raise awareness in schools, prisons and workplaces on supporting individuals to get a ND diagnosis through a new and innovative tool.

I’m currently writing two books: One on ADHD and Careers. A guide on what to consider when building a career and sharing some funny stories from other people with a late-diagnosis.

The other book, is on ADHD and Motherhood: the truth nobody tells you & how ADHD can impact your early experiences of becoming a parent.

I’m hugely passionate about breaking down the stigma of mental health and neurodiversity – especially within the Workplace. And helping mothers get more support through pregnancy, postpartum and on their return to work.

I’ve just started my counselling qualifications so I can help support others in by 2027. Helping create more inclusive and compassionate teachers, employers and work cultures, is my passion.