ADHD, Autistic and Mental Health Podcast
Sally Nilsson
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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.
Latest series. Six amazing guests sharing their life stories of being ADHD, autistic or AuDHD while navigating Perimenopause.
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30. S4. Ep. 6. “AuDHD Women & Perimenopause: OCD, Hormones, Resilience & ‘Never Say Never’ with Sammi”
In this episode, I’m joined by Sammi, an AuDHD woman whose life story is defined by determination, resilience, and her mantra: “never say never.” From flying solo with the Royal Air Force at just 19…
29. S4. Ep 5. “Perimenopause & ADHD in Women: How to Advocate for Yourself with Your GP”
In this episode, I’m joined by ADHD coach and former nurse Sarah West to explore the realities of navigating perimenopause as an ADHD woman. Sarah shares her deeply personal experience of worsening…
28. S4. Ep 4. “Perimenopause, Autism & Chronic Illness: One Woman’s Story of Survival and Strength”
In this episode, I’m joined by Renee, an autistic and ADHD woman whose life story is one of extraordinary resilience. From being a hyperlexic and gifted child, Renee faced significant challenges…
27. S4. Ep 3. “Perimenopause & AuDHD: Managing Mental Health Through Movement and Self-Care”
In this episode, I’m joined by Caroline Ross, an AuDHD (autistic and ADHD) coach, NLP practitioner, and founder of an outdoor fitness community supporting new mothers. Caroline speaks openly about…
S4E2 26. S4, Ep2: “Autistic & ADHD Women in Perimenopause: RSD, Creativity & Late Diagnosis”
In this episode, I’m joined by writer, producer, and film director Sam Grierson, an autistic and ADHD woman who was diagnosed later in life. Sam shares her journey to diagnosis at 43, and how she…
S4E1 25. S4, Ep1: “Autistic Women & Perimenopause: Therapy, Burnout, and Embracing Change with Lii Brookes”
In this episode, I’m joined by autistic therapist Lii Brooke, who supports autistic professionals while balancing life as a data analyst, mum, and soon-to-be doctoral researcher in autism. We…
S3E24 24. S3, Ep5: Mind/body, menopause and masking with autistic CBT hypnotherapist and counsellor Kathy Carter
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…
S3E23 23. S3, Ep4: Andy Reddy’s inspiring journey showing how dyslexia can be both a challenge and a blessing
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…
S3E22 22. S3, Ep3: Ric Clarke the Data man from Edinburgh on Anaplan modelling, autism, ADHD and advocating in Scotland
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…
S3E21 21. S3, Ep2: How justice runs through the very core of this multiply neurodivergent advocate
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…
S3E20 20. S3, Ep1: PhD student Jessica Dark talks late diagnosis, neurodivergent families, and advocating for our community
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…
S2E18 18. S2, Ep8. Podcaster and YouTuber Melly Moore talks about her ADHD and anxiety journey and workplace challenges
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…
S2E17 17. S2, Ep7. Eoin Stephens shares his autistic life working with special needs young people, as a trainer and counsellor, and as an advocate for our community
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…
S2E16 16. S2, Ep6. Entrepreneur Luke Manton talks about his Tourette’s and OCD journey
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.…
S2E15 15. S2, Ep 5. Sarah Templeton: Everything you always wanted to know about ADHD, but were to afraid to ask!
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…
S2E14 14. S2, Ep4. Madge Woollard celebrates her autism and talks about her career as a piano teacher, her marriage to wife Jo, and the cat cafe!
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…
S2E13 13. S2, Ep3. Tigger Pritchard and David Grey-Hammond share the brilliant work they do as Ausomely autistic advocates
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…
12. S2, Ep2. Sara-Louise from Wired Differently talks OCD and PureO, sex and relationships and living a full autistic/ADHD life
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…
S2E11 11. S2, Ep1. Dr Liliya Wheatcraft talks about her work as an Autistic Guide/Trainer and the difficult subjects of suicide and anorexia
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…
S1E10 10. S1, Ep10. Mabz Beet on autism, modelling and fashion photography, being a carer and having an audio play written especially for them
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…
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ADHD, Autistic and Mental Health Podcast has published 29 episodes since October 2021, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.
ADHD, Autistic and Mental Health Podcast is currently active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 52m.
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