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Neurodivergence and Mental Health Podcast

Incredible life stories of Neurodivergent people sharing what it‘s like to live on different spectrums with many traits. Autistic, ADHD, Dyspraxic, Dyscalculic, Tourettes and OCD guests tell us about their childhoods, education, work and personal life - and how their mental health has been impacted by being wired differently.

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24. S3, Ep5: Mind/body, menopause and masking with...

Neurodivergence and Mental Health Podcast ·

2023/04/06

Kathy Carter has an ‘all body’ approach to counselling, seeing the nervous system as paramount when supporting her mainly neurodivergent clients. Like so many late diagnosed women, Kathy discovered her autism after seeing traits in her son, and went on a research journey.We talk about the post diagnosis journey, and how so many feel people like they are in limbo with no support. Kathy believes it’s our duty as therapists to guide our clients, validate and listen, and support them with resources

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43:06

23. S3, Ep4: Andy Reddy’s inspiring journey showing...

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2023/03/30

Dyslexia is much more than having difficulty with spelling and reading. Dyslexia leaves kids behind, and this impacts on friendships, peer groups, status and confidence, leading to the child feeling like a failure. Andy shares his life experiences of being diagnosed dyslexic at school aged five, to coming out of university with not one, but two Masters degrees! Andy's sheer determination got him results. Now he helps others as a Psychologist and Business Coach to ensure other neurodivergent people

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56:25

22. S3, Ep3: Ric Clarke the Data man from Edinburgh...

Neurodivergence and Mental Health Podcast ·

2023/03/23

Ric Clarke shares his journey of being diagnosed first as ADHD, then last year as autistic (and with probable dyspraxia thrown in!) We talk about his love of running, being both left and right handed and the expectations of needing to do well as his siblings at school, and working hard, but not reaching the expected goals. Ric found his talent in data and Anaplan modelling within the building industry, where he also advocates for neurodivergent people in the workplace, showing that we all have so

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44:47

21. S3, Ep2: How justice runs through the very core...

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2023/03/16

Cora Burke has had many challenges in her life as a surviving twin born with epilepsy, who experienced tough early years growing up in a specialist unit away from her parents. But this, and other life-changing challenges, never stopped Cora from being highly adaptable and extremely determined. Now Cora has had enough. Enough of inequality. Enough of autistic and other neurodivergent people not being treated fairly in the home, education and justice systems or the workplace. And she’s doing something

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50:18

20. S3, Ep1: PhD student Jessica Dark talks late...

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2023/03/09

Currently studying a PhD in organisational psychology and neuro-inclusive practices in education and the workplace, Jessica Dark has done much to support the Neurodivergent Community over many years. She is an incredible producer of educational and inspirational content on social media, and I have learned so much from this generous advocate for our neurodivergent community. In this episode, she talks about her late diagnosis journey, life in a neurodivergent family, and her experience of being an

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19. S2, Ep9. Tahleel Javed, a psychiatric doctor and...

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2022/04/07

Tahleel Javed is a specialist doctor within the field of psychiatry, and CEO of STAND - the Society for Tourette's, Autism and Neurodiversity. We talk about her autism and ADHD, the huge amount of work being done to support our neurodivergent community, and what it means to be human. Tahleel and I have walked a similar path and we share stories about our families, including emotional experiences around our mothers. She was 26 when she came to England from Pakistan in 2020 and promptly caught COVID,

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18. S2, Ep8. Podcaster and YouTuber Melly Moore talks...

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2022/03/31

Melly Moore is a Podcaster and YouTuber from Quebec, Canada. In this episode she talks about her ADHD and anxiety journey and challenges in the workplace, and gives a special message for change. With difficult challenges throughout her life, Melly has chosen to help others within the Neurodivergent and Mental Health Community. We talk about how hard school was for her as an ADHDer, bullying, family struggles and more. She started meds at aged six, then came off them at fourteen, believing they were

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59:33

17. S2, Ep7. Eoin Stephens shares his autistic life...

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2022/03/17

Coming from a large Irish family, Eoin could see autism amongst his parents and siblings - in retrospect. Their neurodivergent life together was happy and supportive. A different story developed during the transition from school to college and he describes the big challenges of attempting to fit in, experiencing acute loneliness and living with depression. Eoin didn’t discover his autism until later in life, but he knew he wanted to work with young people and adults at just twenty. He studied,

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57:14

16. S2, Ep6. Entrepreneur Luke Manton talks about his...

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2022/03/10

In this episode, Luke Manton talks about his Tourette's and OCD journey. Luke is an Entrepreneur - and a total dynamo. He left home at 16 and found himself a job as an Event Manager soon after. University followed, and now Luke runs a successful Virtual Assistant agency. Luke also talks about his experiences on many platforms, inspiring children and adults alike. His video series, Ticced Off, has gone viral. This episode is a must to discover how Luke's Tourette's journey began, and gives a clear

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15. S2, Ep 5. Sarah Templeton: Everything you always...

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2022/03/03

Therapist Sarah Templeton had a horrible journey to get her ADHD diagnosis, and was finally diagnosed aged 51. She talks about her co-occurring severe dyspraxia and dyscalculia and challenging times (and successes) at school. Sarah worked extremely hard and through her determined efforts became an author, activist and advocate for the ADHD community, talking in Parliament about the woeful inadequacies of the prison system not recognising the huge volume of inmates who are ADHD. She works with

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14. S2, Ep4. Madge Woollard celebrates her autism and...

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2022/02/24

In this episode, Madge Woollard celebrates her autism and talks about her long career as a piano teacher, being in a great marriage with her wife Jo, and the cat cafe! Madge was very much supported by her teachers at school so she could follow her passion of music, which lead to her winning a scholarship to Cambridge University. But it hasn’t all been plain sailing; as a teenager, Madge had an eating disorder, and she has struggled through menopause. She was a joy to interview, sharing her personal

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13. S2, Ep3. Tigger Pritchard and David Grey-Hammond...

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2022/02/17

In this episode, Tigger Pritchard and David Grey-Hammond share the brilliant work they do as Ausomely autistic advocates and talk about equality, their personal lives and much, much more in an authentic and open conversation. I was delighted to meet Tigger and David. They can be found at the fabulous Aucademy with live events, podcasts (with some exceptional guests), a neurodivergent clothing range and huge support for our community. It’s been a tough road for both of them, and we talk about

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57:09

12. S2, Ep2. Sara-Louise from Wired Differently talks...

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2022/02/10

Sara-Louise coached me on my journey to autism/ADHD assessment and diagnosis. It was some of the best therapy I've ever had. A powerhouse of ideas, determination and drive, Sara-Louise shares intimate personal stories about her life. Hang on to your seats as we talk about PureO, a dramatic form of OCD, sex and relationships as neurodivergents and difficult life challenges leading to dark thoughts and mental health challenges. Honest, inspiring and hilarious. Not to be missed! LINKS Georgia Di

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11. S2, Ep1. Dr Liliya Wheatcraft talks about her...

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2022/02/03

What a packed episode this proved to be with my fascinating guest Dr Liliya Wheatcraft. Liliya is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatry and tells us of her struggles with her diagnosis and coming to terms with her autism and ADHD. She shares her family life (with all members being neurodivergent) and how she fought to get accommodations for her children, especially within educational settings. Liliya also shares her own challenges as a ‘chubby' child, then anorexic adult, and how she was not

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10. S1, Ep10. Mabz Beet on autism, modelling and...

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2021/12/09

Mabz Beet brings our first series to an end with an inspiring and fascinating episode. They talk about struggles at school, being different and feeling anxious about their visible autistic traits in the playground and not getting clarity in the classroom. As a transgender model with a large following on Instagram, Mabz shares their love for fashion shoots, wonderful outfits and body painting. Another love for Mabz is acting, and we talk about the fabulous audio play How to Drop a Piano, written

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9. S1, Ep9. Sam Warner talks about her life as an...

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2021/12/02

I so enjoyed our talk. Sam is a vibrant and determined entrepreneur and has worked in a petrol station, for a big gas company and in the Police. She is also a well known Toastmaster. We talk about her role as an autistic interpreter and her struggles with anorexia athletica and getting out of a narcissistic relationship. Lots to listen to, inform, support and inspire! Sam's website: https://get-your-message-across.com/ Her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwarner/

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8. S1, Ep8. Chantelle Minchin tells her candid and...

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2021/11/25

Though Chantelle has had many struggles in her life. what comes out from this honest and open episode is her constant desire to help others and to advocate both in education and the workplace. Through many difficult experiences at school, including neglect and being forgotten on a school trip, to her mental breakdown and feelings of loneliness, her sensory issues and a lack of confidence, Chantelle’s determination shines through. What an inspiring and warm hearted person. Read Charlotte's article

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7. S1, Ep7. Miguel Toribio-Mateas talks about ADHD,...

Neurodivergence and Mental Health Podcast ·

2021/11/18

Miguel shares his journey as a mature student and his frustrations when, as an undiagnosed ADHD adult, he struggled with getting the vital support he needed while studying for his degree. We talk executive function, the pain of fibromyalgia, and coping with chronic stress in a world not accommodating to his obvious neurodivergence. Miguel tells me about his love for his Labradors, and how he finds the best ways to de-stress are being a DJ and spending time with his loving partner. He also offers

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6. S1, Ep6. Samantha Grierson on her fantastic audio...

Neurodivergence and Mental Health Podcast ·

2021/11/11

Samantha Grierson talks about her series of fabulous audio plays, meltdowns, puppy magic and family. Samantha has written a series of incredible plays - Crocodile, Mole, Henpire, Kitty and How to Drop a Piano - set across the ages and in different parts of the UK. Discover the wonderful well known actors she chose to star in them, and her own personal stories that they are set around, encompassing the themes of motherhood, LGBT and getting old. Samantha is autistic and ADHD, seeing herself as both a

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54:28

5. S1, Ep5. Amy Richards talks autism, teaching,...

Neurodivergence and Mental Health Podcast ·

2021/11/04

For anyone who wants to learn more about autism, Amy Richards shares her captivating journey from undiagnosed autistic high school teacher to becoming self employed and publishing 53 podcast episodes for our wonderful Autistic Community. From being the good, quiet girl at school Amy ended up using alcohol as a coping strategy through university. A teaching career led to repeated burnouts, until Amy forged a new successful career working for herself in the world of coaching, web design and

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