Emily Southwell

Your Dose: Raw, Real Conversations on Mental Health – Stories That Make You Feel Less Alone.

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Your dose. is a weekly podcast that aims to share real stories and experiences from individuals who have dealt with mental health issues to help people feel less alone. Each episode presents unfiltered, firsthand experiences of mental health, along with practical advice and helpful tips for listeners. Listen every Monday and follow along on Instagram and TikTok.*I am not a licensed professional, should not be substituted for professional advice*IG: @_your.dose_(https://www.instagram.com/_your.dose_/)TikTok: @vdose__(https://www.tiktok.com/@vdose__?lang=en)Collabs: info@vitamindose.co

Author

Emily Southwell

Category

Health

Podcast website

vitamindose.co

Latest episode

Oct 19, 2025

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Episodes

Healing After Trauma: Simone's Journey with ADHD, Somatic Therapy, and Embracing Emotions 15.10.2024

In this episode, Simone, a therapist, shares her journey in mental health, including her late diagnosis of ADHD. She discusses the importance of psychoeducation, managing ADHD, and the significance of feeling emotions rather than over-intellectualising them. Simone also delves into somatic therapy, the impact of trauma, and the need for culturally responsive care in therapy. She emphasises the pot...

Overcoming Fear of Death: My Journey through Agoraphobia, OCD, and Health Anxiety 02.10.2024

Hi guys!!! Back with a solo episode sharing my experience of overcoming fear of death. Hope you enjoy and find some solace in this if you are struggling xx

Navigating Mental Health, ADHD, and Life in Your 20s with Daragh Fleming 23.09.2024

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Daragh Fleming, writer, poet, and mental health advocate, about his journey navigating life in his 20s. We dive deep into the challenges of living with depression, his recent ADHD diagnosis, and the evolving expectations of adulthood. Daragh shares his personal experiences, from losing a friend to suicide, to finding solace in writing, and creat...

Manifesting Your Best Life & Navigating the Cosmic Co with Betty, Founder of The Cosmic Co. 16.09.2024

In this episode, I chat with Betty, founder of The Cosmic Co, a media company helping people raise consciousness and manifest their best lives. We explore intuition, energy healing, and manifestation, as Betty shares her personal journey overcoming trauma and building a spiritual business. From Reiki to quantum shifts, and even her ambition to create the "Walt Disney of Well-being," this...

Dealing with homesickness whilst travelling (BONUS SOLO EP) 15.09.2024

Hi everyone, here is a bonus solo episode sharing my advice for dealing with homesickness whilst travelling/living abroad/moving somewhere new. I hope it helps xx

Navigating OCD, Anxiety, and ADHD with Jacqueline 09.09.2024

In today’s episode I’m joined by Jacqueline, founder of That Anxiety Community and a psychology student. Jacqueline shares her journey with OCD, anxiety, and ADHD, offering insights into how these challenges have shaped her life. We talk about intrusive thoughts, managing panic attacks, and the importance of vulnerability and self-compassion in mental health. This episode is packed with relatable...

Navigating Recovery: Eating Disorders, Emotional Exploration, and Being Vulnerable Online 02.09.2024

In this episode, Rae, a therapist specialising in eating disorders, shares her personal journey of recovery and her work in the field. She discusses the challenges faced by individuals with eating disorders and offers advice for those trying to recover. Rae also introduces Feelings Found, a company she co-founded that creates tools for emotional exploration. In this conversation, Rae Thomas, LPC,...

Navigating Grief and Finding Joy: A Journey of Loss and Growth with Matt 26.08.2024

In this episode, Matt shares his journey through grief after his mother’s 10-year battle with breast cancer, discussing how it shaped his mental health and life in London. He offers insights on supporting friends who are grieving, the importance of therapy, self-care, and navigating dating after loss. Matt’s story highlights the power of vulnerability and embracing new experiences during difficult...

Understanding the Relationship Between Faith and OCD with Katie O'Dunne 19.08.2024

In this episode, we’re joined by Katie, an expert in faith and OCD. Katie opens up about her personal journey with OCD, the challenges of dealing with shame, and the crucial role of seeking treatment. She dives into the concept of religious scrupulosity, where OCD intertwines with faith, causing intense obsessions and compulsions. Katie shares how faith communities can better support those with OC...

From Bad Situations to Better Connections: George's Sobriety Story 12.08.2024

In this episode, George shares his sobriety journey which started as a commitment to a sober September turned into a year without alcohol. He opens up about some of his worst drinking experiences, like injuring himself while climbing a fence and sending regretful messages, and discusses the unexpected benefits of sobriety—genuine connections, more time for friends and family, and new hobbies. Geor...

Why you NEED to book that solo trip 07.08.2024

In this episode, I share all the reasons why I love solo travel and everything that it has taught me over the past few years, and why I think everyone should try at some point in there life. If you listen and are thinking of booking a solo trip, I hope this gives you that final push!! Enjoy xx

The Power of L-theanine in Managing Anxiety with Mellows Founder, Sam Gibson 15.07.2024

In this episode, I sat down with Sam Gibson, the founder of Mellows, who shares his personal journey of dealing with anxiety and how it led him to create an anti-anxiety drink. Sam explains his struggles finding effective therapies for his anxiety and how he turned to natural approaches where he discovered the power of L-theanine. He emphasises the importance of self-assessment and making small ch...

Understanding the Impact of Bipolar Type 2 Disorder on Relationships with Amelia 08.07.2024

*trigger warning - mention of suicide* In this episode Amelia shares her diagnosis of bipolar type 2 and her struggles with emotional dysregulation. She discusses the impact of bipolar disorder on her relationships, both platonic and romantic, and the challenges of managing her symptoms. Amelia also opens up about her experiences with self-harm and suicidal thoughts, as well as her journey to self...

Navigating Life with OCD and EDNOS: The Journey to Diagnosis with Jack 24.06.2024

In this episode, Jack shares his journey with OCD and EDNOS (Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified). He opens up about the intrusive thoughts and compulsions that have affected his relationships and how his eating disorder developed as a way to regain control. Jack discusses the impact of these conditions on his university experience, the challenges of getting a diagnosis, and the importance of...

Living with Chronic Illness: Strategies for a Positive Outlook with Talia 12.06.2024

In this episode, Talia, a 26-year-old trainee clinical psychologist, shares her journey of living with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and gastroparesis, along with her eating disorder as a teenager. She discusses the challenges, symptoms, and impact of these conditions on her life, including the use of feeding tubes and the difficulties she faced in receiving a proper diagnosis and surgery. Sh...

Overcoming Panic and Letting Go of Comparison in Your Twenties with Elle, Founder of Truly Twenties 03.06.2024

In this episode, we speak with Elle, the founder of T ruly Twenties . Elle shares her ‘why’ behind Truly Twenties, an online community for 20 somethings to battle loneliness and all the uncertainty that comes with being a twenty something year old.  We discuss navigating friendships in our twenties, why we shouldn’t compare ourselves to others, the viral ‘Panic Years’ video and why we should refra...

Understanding the relationship between OCD and BDD with Mia 27.05.2024

In this episode, Mia shares her journey with OCD and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and the relationship between the two. Mia explains that BDD is a preoccupation with a flaw or defect, often distorted and not based in reality and has been something which has consumed her life. Mia also discusses the compulsions associated with BDD and how therapy, specifically exposure response prevention therapy...

How to Bite Back from an Eating Disorder with Genevieve 13.05.2024

In this episode, we speak with Genevieve who shares her person journey of living with OCD and an eating disorder. Genevieve discusses her diagnosis of OCD at 12 years old which then developed into an eating disorder where she was hospitalised. However, Gen was able to find freedom from her OCD and an eating disorder and is now using her experience to help others through the Voices of Hope platform...

Overcoming Alcohol and Cocaine Addiction with Sean Willers 06.05.2024

In this episode, we speak with Sean Willers, who shares his journey from battling alcohol and cocaine addiction to embracing a life of recovery and growth. Sean opens up about his past, including his time as a DJ immersed in the party scene, where he was regularly using alcohol and drugs. He recounts the struggles, the moments of despair, and ultimately, the turning points that led him to choose a...

How Laser Eye Surgery Led to Life Changing Complications with Erin 29.04.2024

In this episode, we speak with Erin who shares how a decision to undergo laser eye surgery to improve her daily life left her with life changing complications. She discusses the challenges she faced in finding answers and managing the chronic pain, and how this experience not only affected her physical but mental health. However, Erin shares her journey of finding new aspects of her identity as a...

Understanding Harm OCD with Mary 15.04.2024

Mary Feldman, an OCD therapist, shares her journey with Harm OCD, highlighting its impact on relationships and daily life. She emphasises that Harm OCD can involve emotional harm, not just physical harm, and discusses strategies like self-help and therapy, including exposure and response prevention (ERP). Mary advocates for self-compassion and specialised treatment for those affected by this often...

How I healed my eating disorder and exercise dependence with Emily (Part one) 10.04.2024

The time has come to finally open up and share my story after so many incredible and brave individuals have opened up on this podcast over the last year. Enjoy xx

Overcoming OCD: Zachs Journey with POCD, Relationship OCD and Sexuality. 02.04.2024

In this episode, we speak with Zach, who shares his experience with OCD, specifically POCD, relationship OCD, and health OCD. He discusses the challenges he faced experiencing POCD thoughts for the first time and the impact this had on his life, especially due to his religious background. Zach opens up about his struggles with self-harm and drug use as coping mechanisms, especially during his time...

How to combat loneliness in your twenties with Lara 25.03.2024

In this episode, we speak with Lara, who founded The Lonely Club due to the prevalence of loneliness in your 20s and wanted to create a space where people can feel less alone.  Lara shares her experience of losing her Dad in her and how this impacted loneliness, but also how losing her Dad was a fundamental part of her growth and becoming the person she is today.  We discuss Lara’s experience as a...

Male Experiences with OCD, Misconceptions, and Dissociation with Tyler 18.03.2024

In this episode, Tyler shares his journey with multiple themes of OCD and how they have manifested in his teenage and adult life. We explore the challenges of relationship OCD, stress the value of transparency with partners, and discuss the benefits of medication and coping strategies like mindfulness and meditation.  Please be aware that this podcast episode will mention harm OCD, which may be tr...

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