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In this instalment of My Therapy Reflections, I take listeners into the therapy room and uncover two powerful parts of myself: the Inner Critic and the Workaholic. These parts have been working tirelessly for years to protect me, but today I uncover just how much they've been influencing my life. It’s a staggering realisation—understanding that while they were born out of a need to keep me protected, their methods are no longer serving my well-being. Join me as I explore how to acknowledge and appreciate their intentions, while convincing them to trust that the Self is ready to lead the way toward a healthier, more balanced life. This episode is all about introspection, healing, and the power of self-awareness.

Follow my journey living with mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way. Lived experience is the driving force of this podcast, and through this lens, my stories are told.
This is a raw, honest, and authentic account of how multiple psychological disorders have shaped my past and continue to influence my future.

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In this powerful episode of the Intake Interviews, host Elliot Waters sits down with an old friend, Estelle, whom they met during DBT group therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Estelle's story is one of resilience and unbelievable strength, as she opens up about her struggles with substance abuse, postnatal depression, and the complexities of living with BPD while being a mother to three young boys.

With the support of her incredible partner, Jords, Estelle has faced these challenges head-on. Together, they’re navigating the ups and downs of parenthood, mental health, and recovery. This candid conversation sheds light on the realities of managing mental illness within the context of family life, offering listeners an intimate look at both the difficulties and the strength that comes from facing them.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions on substance abuse, mental illness, and motherhood challenges. Listener discretion is advised. This episode also contains explicit material.

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Welcome to The Dysregulated Podcast and the feature series, the Intake Interviews. In this introductory episode, host Elliot Waters sets the stage for a powerful journey into the world of mental health, through the voices of real people with lived and living experience.

The Intake Interviews series dives deep into authentic stories of individuals navigating the challenges of mental illness, offering raw insights into their personal journeys, struggles, and triumphs. These conversations aim to spark open dialogue, reduce stigma, and encourage a greater understanding of the complexities of mental health.

Join, as we introduce the incredible stories of resilience, hope, and healing that will be shared throughout this series. Whether you're looking for support, connection, or simply a better understanding of mental health, this series is for you.

Trigger Warning: This episode and series may contain discussions of sensitive topics, including suicide, self-harm, substance use, sexual violence, domestic violence, trauma, and other mental health-related issues. Please take care of your well-being and seek support if needed.