Jillian Spencer

In this episode, Sasha & Stella interview Dr. Jillian Spencer, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from Queensland, Australia. They discuss the challenges of assessing and treating gender dysphoria in young individuals, the impact of fast-tracking into gender clinics, and the need for a comprehensive approach to mental health. Dr. Spencer shares her journey of raising awareness about concerns surrounding gender interventions for children and the backlash she faced for seeking to do so.

Dr. Jillian Spencer, a child and adolescent psychiatrist from Brisbane, raises critical concerns about gender-affirming care for youth. She discusses her journey as a whistleblower after facing suspension for questioning clinic practices. Delving into psychological dynamics, Jillian analyzes the risks of fast-tracking vulnerable children to gender clinics. She highlights the need for a return to psychodynamic principles in psychiatry and critiques the simplification of gender identity in current therapeutic practices, emphasizing potential long-term consequences.