Podcast Show Notes Series 8 Episode 5 Guest: In this episode I talk to Dr Kirsty Harris about her lived experience of endometriosis. Kirsty is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and author of ‘Coping with Endometriosis- Bringing Compassion to Pain Shame & Uncertainty. We cover: ·     What exactly is endometriosis ·     How it can impact both our physical and psychological health ·     The impact on our identity and relationship with ourselves and others. ·     Using compassion-based...

Podcast Show Notes Series 8 Episode 4 Guest: In the second of a two episodes on Suicide, I talk to Suicide Prevention Trainer Rose Rowkins. Rose is the Founder of Start The Conversation suicide prevention training. We cover: ·     Conversations around suicide- why is it hard to talk about suicide ·     Why should we start conversations around suicide- saving lives. ·     Creating change- teaching others to have conversations around suicide. ·     Safeguarding and involving others ·     How...

Podcast Show Notes Series 8 Episode 3 Guest: In this episode I talk to actor, comedian & writer Chris Willoughby about his lived experience of mental health and getting people talking. We cover: ·     Chris’s journey with depression and suicide ·     Starting conversations about mental health. ·     Men and mental health – breaking barriers to conversations ·     Getting Britain Talking- how we can create change in how we talk about mental health.   Find Chris: Instagram:...

Podcast Show Notes Series 8 Episode 2 Guest: In this episode I talk to Entrepreneur Lyndsey Clay, Founder of Connected Brighton about connection people through local businesses. We cover: -Vulnerability and finding your authentic self -Lyndsey’s journey with fertility. -Developing the hugely successful Connected Brighton -Hidden loneliness and our need for connection -Connecting people and barriers to connection Find...

Podcast Show Notes Series 8 Episode 1 Guest: In this episode I talk to Dr Jenny Weall, Clinical Psychologist about childhood sexual abuse. Jenny has bravely shared her story including how she has navigated the criminal justice system.  We cover: - Jenny’s personal story - Her journey with the criminal justice system. - Advocating for change and supporting others Find Jenny LinkedIn-...

Podcast Show Notes Series 7 Episode 8 Guest: Dr Michelle Gregory FND Part II In this episode Dr Michelle Gregory Returns to talk more about FND. To listen to Part I of our discussion refer to series 7 episode 6 where we talked about what FND is and barriers to getting a diagnosis. Michelle is a Principal Clinical Psychologist, specialising in Functional Neurological Disorder and Long Covid. She works with neurodiverse young people, as well as adults to help them recover from and live a...

Podcast Show Notes Series 7 Episode 7 A joint episode with Dr Marianne Trent as we launch our book: "Talking Heads- Your Guide to Finding a Qualified Therapist in the UK" We discuss the background behind the book and our hopes for supporting people when looking for a therapist in the UK for their emotional health. We talk: ·     The concepts of qualified and regulated therapists ·     Safety and ethics as a practicing therapist. ·     Where to look for a therapist ·     Asking the right...

Podcast Show Notes Series 7 Episode 6 Guest: Dr Michelle Gregory In this episode I talk to Dr Michelle Gregory, Principal Clinical Psychologist, specialising in Functional Neurological Disorder and Long Covid. Michelle loves working with neurodiverse young people, as well as adults to help them recover from and live a better life with a long-term health problem. She shares that she has lived experience of FND, "so it means I not only have clinical expertise, but I get what it’s like to live...

Podcast Show Notes Series 7 Episode 5 Guest: Dr Yvonne Waft In this episode I talk to Clinical Psychologist, Dr Yvonne Waft, about Trauma. In her work Yvonne aims to challenge the notion that "Trauma" is untreatable and a lifelong condition. Highly effective treatments are available and no matter how severe the trauma you have been through, life can get better, and you may even thrive again. We cover: ·      Yvonne’s journey into psychology through my own experiences of...

Podcast Show Notes Series 7 Episode 4 In this episode I talk to the incredible Dr Valerie Evans. Valerie is a psychologist and board -certified behaviour analyst, who specialises in mindful eating. Valerie owns a continuing education business that reviews current research and best practice for behaviour analysis programs. Dr Evans has aspired to feel better about her body since becoming a teen and has experience with just about every diet program. Two years ago, Valerie turned to diet apps to...

Podcast Show Notes Series 7 Episode 3 In this episode I talk to Dr Jade Redfern- Clinical Psychologist and mum of two, about all things parenting. Dr Jade helps parents ‘lose the guilt and calm the chaos’ by supporting them to understand themselves and their kids better, to feel better connected and help make parenting feel so much more enjoyable. She particularly enjoys helping parents who are hard on themselves, but want to show up for their kids, often slightly differently to their own...

Series 7 Episode 2 Guest: Dr Stuart Sadler In this episode I talk to Dr Stuart Sadler, Clinical Psychologist- who is back for the third in our triad of “Sleep, Anxiety and Depression”. Today we talk Depression. You can find Stuart taking sleep and anxiety in previous episodes: Series 1 Episode 3 -Sleep Series 4 Episode 6 -Anxiety We cover: ·     Different types of depression ·     How depression can present ·     The role of masking ·     Sharing how we feel. ·     Contributing...

Series 7 Episode 1 Guest: Dr Bella Smith from the Well HQ In this episode I talk to the fabulous Dr Bella Smith from The Well HQ about looking after ourselves as women and embracing our changing bodies and physiology! You may recognise Dr Bella as she was a guest in series 2 Episode 5 where we talked about menopause. We cover: ·     Looking after ourselves and putting ourselves first – balancing life demands and our needs. ·     Managing guilt and shame about looking after our bodies and...

Podcast Show Notes Series 6 Episode 5 In this episode I talk to Steve Lovelace about the therapeutic benefits of dogs and the magic that is the relationship between a dog and its owner. Steve is a returning guest from Series 2 episode 3 “When life gives you lemons- Spinal Injury, Triathlons & Helping Others”. We cover: ·     Why our relationship with dogs is so special. ·     The Therapeutic benefit of dogs for your physical and mental health. ·     Steve’s dog and supporting his journey...

Series 6 Episode 4 In this episode I talk to Christopher Zara, Senior Journalist and editor at Fast Company, New York about Social Anxiety in the workplace and how society views formal and higher education. He is the Author of “Uneducated” a memoir about navigating the professional white-collar world without a college degree. We cover: -      Christopher's story of adversity and the schooling system in the USA. -      The impact of leaving High School before completing his exams. -      The...

Podcast Show Notes Series 6 Episode 3 In this episode I talk to Sarah & Alice Martin about Psychosis and their families experience of acute psychosis. Alice Martin is an academic advisor at the international college of management is Sydney and is in her fourth year of studying psychology at the university of technology in Sydney Australia as part of her journey to being a clinical psychologist. She is also a lived experience ambassador for SANE which is an organisation in Australia that...

Podcast Show Notes Series 6 Episode 2 Guests: April Baker & Dr Marc Abraham OBE In this episode I talk to April Baker CEO of Together Co and Vet Dr Marc Abraham OBE about tackling loneliness through animal connection and compassion. We cover: ·     Recognising loneliness and isolation ·     How it can go unnoticed ·     Impact of loneliness and isolation on physical and emotional health. ·     Animals and tackling loneliness- the human animal connection ·     The Together Co &...

Series 6 Episode 1 “Let’s talk Body Acceptance” In this episode I talk to Laura Adlington- Body Positivity Ambassador, Author, Clothing Designer and of course Great British Bake-off Finalist. We cover: ·     Laura’s journey to the British Bake Off! ·     Body Acceptance and society ·     The impact of social media on body acceptance ·     Body Shaming and the impact on emotional wellbeing ·     Utilising boundaries and assertiveness ·     The role of values and kindness ·     Plus size...

Podcast Show Notes Series 5 Episode 8 Guest: Tiffany Storrs In this episode I talk to Actress and Author Tiffany Storrs. Tiffany is a tri-lingual actress and award-winning hearing health advocate. Tiffany's best-selling memoir, Adaptability, is a true story about how she overcame unthinkable odds stacked against her and transformed her pain into purpose. Tiffany suddenly lost her hearing after the birth of her first child, and it was just the beginning of a series of unexpected trials that...

Series 5 Episode 7 In this episode I talk to Dr Eleanor Chatburn - HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist, mental health researcher, and British Skin Foundation ambassador. Her passion for supporting the mental health and wellbeing of dermatology patients is informed by her lived experience with several chronic skin conditions. She recently launched a psychodermatology clinic at Self London on Harley Street and posts about the overlooked links between skin conditions and mental health on her...

Podcast Show Notes Series 5 Episode 6 In this episode I talk to Debbie Weiss- who shares her story of personal adversity and learning how to start over again. Debbie has experienced so much in her life from lifelong weight struggles, financial struggles, parenting a neurodivergent child, supporting her family with mental health issues and coping with the loss of her husband. We cover: ·     Debbie’s personal story of story of adversity, caregiving, and coping with loss ·     Starting over...

Podcast Show Notes Series 5 Episode 5 In this episode I talk to Mathilda Della Torre- Author and Refugee Advocate about her work and new book Conversations from Calais. We cover: ·     Mathilda’s journey in to working with and supporting refugee’s ·     The work of ‘Conversations from Calais’ ·     Understanding key concepts and breaking down myths. ·     Changing our narrative ·     How we can begin to create change. ·     Supporting refugees and creating a core change in society   Find...

Podcast Show Notes Series 5 Episode 4 In this episode I talk to the fantastic Ash Curry about living with Tourette’s. You may remember Ash was a guest talking about OCD in Series 3 Episode 5! We cover: ·     What is Tourette’s and how can it present ·     Assessment and diagnosis pathway ·     Ash’s journey with Tourette’s ·     Stigma and educating others ·     Developments in Tourette’s research and support.   Find Ash: https://askashocd.wordpress.com/ Useful Tourette’s...

Podcast Show Notes Series 5 Episode 3 Guest: In this episode I talk to Brooke Ellison. At age 11, Brooke Ellison was hit by a car, an accident that left her paralysed from the neck down and dependent on a ventilator. Ten years later, she graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in cognitive neuroscience. At 23, she penned Miracles Happen, a memoir that was adapted into a movie, The Brooke Ellison Story, directed by Christopher Reeve. Brooke went on to earn her MPP from...