Tuesday Mar 17, 2026

Psychotherapist Felicity Reed on ADHD, Leadership & the 5 People Who Shaped Her Life

S04 EP09 Felicity Reed

In this episode of People Are Everything, host Julia Duthie sits down with psychotherapist Felicity Reed, a therapist specialising in ADHD, trauma, and leadership in complex environments.

Felicity has spent her career working across psychotherapy, forensic mental health, homelessness services, and leadership training — helping individuals and organisations understand human behaviour, inequality, and resilience.

In this deeply thoughtful conversation, Felicity reflects on the five most influential people in her life, sharing powerful stories about love, courage, social justice, and leadership.

From the bravery of her partner Rachel, to lessons in leadership from a mentor in a homeless hostel, Felicity explores how relationships shape who we become.

This episode touches on ADHD, mental health, inequality, identity, parenting, and the transformative power of empathy.

It’s a conversation about what it means to lead with humanity — and how the people around us shape our courage and purpose.

Themes explored

ADHD and mental health
Leadership and psychological safety
Social inequality and lived experience
Therapy and personal transformation
Courage, compassion, and resilience

Felicity’s Five People

Rachel W. – Partner and advocate whose lived experience in the care system shaped Felicity’s understanding of courage and inequality.
Stuart (“Monkey”) – Former husband who taught her ambition, pragmatism, and how to build a compassionate blended family.
Her daughter (“Scruff”) – A mirror for honesty and growth who continually challenges her to be authentic.
Her mother – A teacher of the deaf who instilled a love of books, curiosity, and openness beyond class expectations.
Len Charles – A mentor who taught Felicity leadership and how to face fear in high-pressure environments.

People Are Everything is a podcast where each guest reflects on the five people who shaped their life.