Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 145. Psychologist Dr. Julia Nicholls Opens Up About Her Personal Battle with Psychosis and Post-Natal Depression
Ep 145. Psychologist Dr. Julia Nicholls Opens Up About Her Personal Battle with Psychosis and Post-Natal Depression
Ep 145. Psychologist Dr. Julia Nicholls Opens Up About Her Personal Battle with Psychosis and Post-Natal Depression
Sunday 19th October 2025
Join Ash Butterss as Dr. Julia Nicholls shares her journey through postnatal depression and psychosis, breaking stigma around mental health struggles.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Julia Nicholls shares her experience with postnatal depression and psychosis.
- The episode addresses misconceptions about psychosis and mental health stigma.
- Highlights the importance of a supportive team in recovery.
- Discusses the role of electroconvulsive therapy in treating severe depression.
- Emphasises the need for open conversations to destigmatise mental health issues.
"I had to put on a smile every day, especially when I was looking after her, because I was very concerned about impacting her negatively."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? This episode of Behind The Smile with Ash Butterss brings you an incredibly raw and honest conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Julia Nicholls. Dr. Nicholls shares her deeply personal story of grappling with postnatal depression and psychosis, a journey made all the more extraordinary by her profession in mental health.
As a new mother, Julia found herself on the other side of the system she once worked within, battling a misunderstood condition that is often overshadowed by fear and stigma. Together, Ash and Julia tackle common misconceptions about psychosis, emphasising the importance of destigmatising mental health struggles, especially among professionals in the field. They discuss the challenges of recognising when motherhood transitions from being tough to something more concerning, and the significance of building a supportive team around oneself.
Julia's experience with postnatal psychosis and her subsequent recovery offers hope and insight into the complexities of mental health. She candidly discusses the role of electroconvulsive therapy in her healing process and highlights the necessity of a strong therapeutic alliance for successful treatment outcomes. With light-hearted moments and serious reflections, this episode provides both an educational and compassionate look at mental health challenges. Are you curious about how individuals can turn their lives around after experiencing severe mental health conditions?
Dive into this moving episode to hear Julia's story and learn how open conversations can help bridge gaps in understanding and support.