In Todays video Dr. Becky speaks with Alix Generous who speaks about her diagnosis with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Alix discusses how she experienced abuse during her childhood and how she was also bullied at school. Alix was 12 years old when she was diagnosed with Autism. Alix explains in detail her sensory overload struggles which could lead to a strong negative reaction, but explains she has become more tolerant to it as she has got older. Alix also discusses her previous experience with therapy and how she found this difficult as she began to feel vulnerable again. Alix also talks about meeting her husband and forming social and romantic relationships with a diagnosis of Autism.Alix has become a voice online for mental health awareness and Autism. Alix held a TedX talk where she discussed openly about her Autism diagnosis and she credits her unique mind with her success in dealing with the complex issues.Link to Alix's TedX talk: https://youtu.be/tzQDewp48MU​Alix's Website: https://www.alixgenerous.com/home/​Alix's Instagram: @generousalix https://www.instagram.com/generousali...

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Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) | High Functioning Autism

#Fertility #EggFreezing #MentalHealthIn this documentary podcast Dr. Becky Spelman documents her egg freezing process at Gennet City Fertility clinic. Becky discussed the process of the egg freezing process and is seen visiting various practitioners from the clinic. She provides valuable insight into the emotions she experiences through the treatment as she starts to take the hormonal injections. The egg freezing process is not completely a smooth process for Becky and she shared some mistakes she makes along the way and offers some tips and advice to others considering having the treatment. This documentary was a collaboration with Gennet City Fertility clinic who sponsored Dr. Becky’s treatment. You can find out more about the fertility clinic here: https://www.city-fertility.comDr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic&apos;s based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions.

How egg freezing effected my mental health - Dr. Becky Spelman documentary - Episode 26

#ErectileDysfunction #MentalHealth #MensMentalHealth In today’s episode Psychologist Dr. Becky Spelman speaks with Ven Virah who suffered from Erectile dysfunction for 10 years, he suffered in silence due to the shame brought about by the condition, today he opens up about his journey to recovery and offers some advice to men suffering from the condition.Ven Virah talks openly online about Erectile Dysfunction in order to spread awareness for men and the importance about speaking out about mental health. Ven Virah Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/venvirah/?h...Ven's TedX Talk- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjY5c...Dr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic's based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions.

Overcoming Erectile Dysfunction - How I Overcame my Sexual Performance Anxiety - Ven Virah Interview - Episode 25

Dr. Becky Spelman talks with Ryan Stevens also known on social media as &apos;Tourette Lad Official&apos; and &apos;The Boy who Tics&apos;. Ryan is known to have one of the most extreme cases of Tourettes in the UK. Ryan&apos;s diagnosis is now known as &apos;Severe, complex, abnormal Tourettes syndrome&apos;, Ryan explains his Tourette&apos;s began as a sore throat and severe headaches when he was 14 years old , Ryan was officially diagnosed with Tourettes Syndrome when he was 21 years old by a neurologist. Dr. Becky discusses with Ryan his early life experiences and when he first noticed the symptoms begin. Ryan also explains his experiences with bullying and strangers making fun of his condition, which has lead to him also experiencing social anxiety because of this. Ryan describes his tics as uncontrollable and explains his treatment journey. Ryan is about to undergo Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with a Neuropsychologist, which helps individuals practice strategies to delay the tics as much as possible, in order to decrease the tics overtime. Ryan also suffers from Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) after his Tic Attacks, which leads to Ryan having difficulty walking. As well as this, Ryan also suffers from Dissociation Identity Disorder (DID). Ryan explains his Tics are triggered by enhanced emotions such as excitement, anxiousness, sadness etc. Dr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic&apos;s based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions.RYAN ON SOCIAL MEDIA: YouTube: Ryan Stevens https://www.youtube.com/user/rhinoxxx...Instagram: @the_official_tourettes_ladTikTok: @tourette_lad_official Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2N7kVT8For further help with this topic you can contact us here: info@theprivatetherapyclinic.co.uk/

The Most Extreme Case of Tourettes in the UK - Ryan Stevens Interview with Dr. Becky Spelman - Episode 24

#Addiction #MentalHealth #HeroinAddictionIn this episode Dina discusses how she started to experiment with drugs from a young age in order to try to deal with difficult emotions she was experiencing. Unfortunately Dina was offered heroin from a young age when she started hanging around with the wrong crowd, Dina then moved on to try crack and developed a serious crack addiction. After a number of attempts at rehab Dina’s parents stepped in and took her to an alternative type of rehab where she remained for 5 years without any devices or internet access. Dina tells her story of the process over overcoming heroin and crack addiction and what life was like when she got back home after 5 years. Dina has completely transformed her and now helps others who struggle with addictions.Rehab centred mentioned in this video: CenacoloContact numbers: +447388436508 or +441539 736222‬. Dr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic&apos;s based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2N7kVT8For further help with this topic you can contact us here: info@theprivatetherapyclinic.co.uk/

Conquering Heroin Addiction. Overcoming Heroin & Crack Interview. Episode 23.

#psilocybin #magicmushrooms #psychedelics Dr. Becky Spelman talks to Nina Badoux who is a Psilocybin Therapist. Nina Badoux discusses how she began as a Psilocybin therapist, and when she grew up in Amsterdam where magic mushrooms were legal and she had access to experimenting with substances such as weed, ecstasy, and magic mushrooms. Nina explains she was able to experiment in a safe, controlled space in the presence of her parents rather than feel like she needed to hide it as a teenager. Nina Badoux discusses how Psilocybin therapy works, and how Psilocybin has the ability to help individuals break negative pathways in their brain as well as create new pathways, which can be particularly helpful for Trauma or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) sufferers. Nina also discusses her personal experience with Psilocybin and EMDR therapy for PTSD. Nina also discusses misconceptions and myths of Psilocybin's. DISCLAIMER: Please note that Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal in many countries and Psilocybin therapy is only legal in a few countries in the world. Private Therapy Clinic and Dr. Becky Spelman does not recommend or endorse Psilocybin, magic mushrooms or Psilocybin therapy. Nina Badoux is completely independent from Private Therapy Clinic and located in a country where the therapeutic use of truffles containing Psilocybin is legal.  Dr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic's based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2N7kVT8

Psilocybin assisted Therapy. Magic truffle mushrooms & mental health Interview. Episode 22.

#sociopath #psychotherapy #aspdIn today's episode Dr. Becky Spelman talks with Greg Kimble who has been diagnosed with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) as well as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Antisocial Personality Disorder can be defined as a personality disorder characterised by persistent antisocial, irresponsible, or criminal behaviour, often impulsive or aggressive, with disregard for any harm or distress caused to other people, and an inability to maintain long-term social and personal relationships. Greg discusses his childhood experiences, feelings and behaviours that he can recall. Greg discusses his ASPD diagnosis openly and explains his compulsive behaviours and lack of regard for others. Greg also discusses his drug addiction and how that started, Greg says he struggled seeing risks or consequences for some of his behaviours. Greg also explains the reason why he went to prison and his experience during his time in prison. Greg explains prison as "a good experience" for him as this was where he was able to get clean from drugs and start therapy. Greg discusses his relationship now with his girlfriend Megan, they also film YouTube videos together and discuss their relationship and Greg's diagnosis. Megan's YouTube Channel (Greg's Girlfriend): https://www.youtube.com/meganeffGreg & Megan's Q&A Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Dy0P...Dr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic's based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions.

An interview with a Sociopath - Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Episode 21.

#planecrash #trauma #therapyIn today&apos;s episode Dr. Becky Spelman speaks to Jamie Hull, a motivational speaker, and former British Army Reservist. Jamie was training to become a pilot in America when his plane engine caught fire during a training flight, the fire reached the cockpit and Jamie managed to get the aircraft to a lower level and get himself onto the wing of the plane and jump to save his own life. Jamie officially states that he 63% third degree burns as well as facial trauma and internal injuries from secondary impact. Jamie was hospitalised in Florida and placed into a drug induced coma. Jamie then returned to the UK once stable to continue his treatment with the NHS at multiple burns units and specialists within hospitals. After more than 60 operations to recover from his very serious physical injuries, Jamie discusses the psychological impact of the accident.Jamie explains that he knew instantly the level of trauma he has just faced, and has fully conscious memories of the incident itself. Jamie explains for the first year, he was dealing with the trauma day by day and explained he was dealing with it well. Jamie then became depressed and was offered Psychological help which Jamie initially didn&apos;t believe he needed but explains he found this process very insightful. Jamie explains his depression was massively impacting his motivation to achieve smalls goals such as; learning to walk again and writing. Since Jamie&apos;s incident and overcoming his injuries he has retrained as a pilot, run marathons, climbed mountains and much more. Jamie describes himself as a &apos;true survivor&apos; and now shares his story to help others. Jamie&apos;s Website: https://www.jamiehull.co.uk/Jamie&apos;s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjamiehul...Dr. Becky Spelman is a top Psychologist in London, Becky is the Clinic Director for Private Therapy Clinic which has clinic&apos;s based all around central London including; Harley Street, Wigmore Street, Bank, Earls Court & Canary Wharf. Becky uses Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness to treat a range of difficulties with a particular interest in Borderline Personality Disorder and the difficulties that go with this condition such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, social anxiety, fear of public speaking, fear of intimacy,  interpersonal difficulties, anger, body image issues, eating disorders and addictions

Jamie Hull discusses overcoming Psychological Trauma after a plane crash. Episode 20.

#AssistedSuicide #Euthanasia #AssistedDeathSwitzerlandEuthanasia/ Assisted Suicide is the act of ending your life assisted by another person, usually a health professional. This is usually done through the act of taking medication prescribed by a qualified Doctor for the purpose to stop the patient suffering from terminal illness. Euthanasia is only legal in some countries and these laws tend to vary, in the UK Euthanasia is illegal and considered murder or manslaughter and carries the maximum penalty of life imprisonment, however, the act of ending your own life (suicide) is not considered illegal in the UK. Today Dr. Becky Spelman talks to Alex Pandolfo and Sara Starkey who both have different experiences with assisted suicide. Alex is 66 years old and was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease 6 years ago. Alex has made the huge decision to travel to Switzerland to end his life when he feels the time is right and to avoid major suffering from his terminal illness. Alex has been a longterm supporter of Euthanasia and believes for him it is the right decision to avoid suffering or pain. Sara Starkey travelled to Switzerland with her husband to end his life after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Sara discusses her husband's difficult decision- making process to end his life through assisted death. Sara is now a campaigner and supporter for Euthanasia, as she explains she has not had to watch someone she loves deteriorate or suffer in pain. 

Choosing Euthanasia/ Assisted Suicide in Switzerland - Alex Pandolfo & Sara Starkey Interview. Episode 18.

In each episode Psychologist Dr. Becky Spelman interviews a new guest by their extraordinary life story.

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