Podcast Show Notes Series 11 Episode 3 Guest: Marc Convey In this episode I speak to the incredible Marc Convey, motivational speaker and burns survivor and advocate for triumph over trauma. We cover: · Navigating life changing injuries and surgery · The importance of family and community support · Coping with setbacks- from one day at a time to month by month. · Embarking on the big travel adventure- the power of seizing the now. · Not letting injury hold you back – the role of strength and res...
Jul 02, 2025•59 min•Season 11Ep. 3
Podcast Show Notes Series 11 Episode 2 Guest: Dr Mia Hobbs In this episode I talk to the amazing Dr Mia Hobbs, Clinical Psychologist specialising in the therapeutic benefits of knitting. She is host of the ‘Why I Knit Podcast’ and Co-Founder of Creative Restoration. We cover: · Mia’s own journey with knitting and how this led to her arriving at the idea of wanting to use it therapeutically. · The challenge of using more creative approaches to therapy. · Knitting Micro-gains. How learning to knit...
Jun 11, 2025•43 min•Season 11Ep. 2
Podcast Show Notes Series 11 Episode 1 Guest: Danny Turner In this episode I talk to the inspirational Danny Turner. Danny is the creator of Beyond The Clippers. A group which aims to raise awareness in men's mental health through the use of barbering and the industry. From talking at the biggest barber event in Europe and creating an affiliation, so other shops and barbers can use the platform for their clients, Danny aims on making barber shops a safe place for open & confidential conversa...
Jun 04, 2025•51 min•Season 11Ep. 1
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 6 Guest: Beth Derry In this episode I talk to the wonderful Beth Derry, founder of ‘Lovely Messy Humans’ about self-harm. Beth uses her lived experience of self-harm to educate and support others through her innovative work. We talk: - What is self-harm- the neuroscience of how self-harm “works” - How do we spot it- Why rethinking self-harm begins with understanding ourselves - The real reason self-harm among teens is on the rise - How to start conversations ...
Feb 12, 2025•52 min•Season 10Ep. 6
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 5 Guest: Dr Monika Wieliczko In this episode I talk to Clinical Psychologist Dr Monika Wieliczko about navigating complex grief. We cover: - The nature of complex grief and loss - Grief Education- understanding responses, brain changes and the mind body link. - Dr Monika’s personal experience of being widowed - The language we use when talking about grief. - Accessing support and differing methods of coping. - The importance of community. - Anger, shame and g...
Feb 05, 2025•51 min•Season 10Ep. 5
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 4 Guest: Anita Guru In this episode I talk to Coach, Learning Consultant and Motivational Speaker Anita Guru about her lived experience of Complex PTSD. Anita is now a trainee therapist and raises awareness around mental health. We talk: - Having lived experience of complex PTSD - The additional impact of role of loss and grief. - Coaching and therapy approaches to supporting mental health. - Holistic approach to mental health & the mind body connection. ...
Jan 29, 2025•49 min•Season 10Ep. 4
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 3 Guest: Dr Momotaj Islam In this episode I talk to Dr Momotaj Islam, Clinical psychologist and author of ‘coping with menopause’ We cover: -Menopause and lived experience as a psychologist. -Attitudes to age and menopause -The biopsychosocial approach to menopause. -The role of ethnicity & culture -Mental health implications -Utilising CBT for symptoms Find Dr Momotaj https://www.drmpsychology.co.uk/ Discount code for Book Coping with Menopause- ‘Momotaj...
Jan 22, 2025•49 min•Season 10Ep. 3
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 2 Guest: Suzie Booth In this episode I talk to counsellor and couple’s therapist Suzie Booth the impact that having children can exert on a relationships. Such a great episode! We cover: - How relationships with each other may change as we become parents and through our parenting journey. - How we change individually - Our expectations and roles within the relationship - Guilt and shame - Societal expectations - Changes in intimacy - The role of resentment an...
Jan 15, 2025•43 min•Season 10Ep. 2
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 1 Guest: Dr Ally Jaffee In this episode I talk with the one and only Dr Ally Jaffee. NHS Dr. Award winning Psychiatry Resident and co-founder of Nutritank. Dr Jaffee is passionate about mental health and preventative healthcare. We talk: · Mental health in Junior Doctors and the helping professions. · Addressing Stigma and shame around mental health issues in the helping professionals · The value of evidence based proactive health interventions. · Developing ...
Jan 08, 2025•44 min•Season 10Ep. 1
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 8 Guest: Maggie Walters In this episode I talk to Author Maggie Walters about her live experience of Multiple Personality Disorder (MPD) We talk - Terminology and autonomy: The language Maggie uses to talk about her condition - Understanding MPD and trauma - Taking care of yourself and valued living - Supporting others through sharing lived experience - Changing perceptions around living with complex mental health challenges. Find Maggie https://www.maggie-wal...
Oct 16, 2024•43 min•Season 9Ep. 8
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 7 Guest: James Lindsay In this episode I talk to James Lindsay author of “Befriending my Brain” about the lived experience of psychosis. We Talk: · What is psychosis · Signs that something wasn’t right · Receiving a diagnosis · Support from others · Coping strategies · Helping others through sharing your journey. Find James: https://www.instagram.com/jameslindsay_23/?hl=en https://www.amazon.co.uk/Befriending-My-Brain-Psychosis-Story/dp/1913615944/ref=sr_1_1?c...
Oct 09, 2024•42 min•Season 9Ep. 7
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 6 Guest: Dr Emma Cotterill & Host Dr Tara Quinn In this special episode we discuss our new book “Mental Health Micro Gains 50 Small Actions That Will Make a Difference To Your Wellbeing” We Talk: · The concept behind the book · What is marginal gains theory and micro gains · The concept of habit formation · Slowing things down · Why it works! · The power of noticing · The role of compassion · Our favourite micro gains Find Our New Book: https://www.amazon....
Oct 02, 2024•44 min•Season 9Ep. 6
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 5 Guest: Edit B Kiss. In this episode I talk to Edit B Kiss about Trauma. Edit a no1 best-selling author, Humanitarian Award winner, and international speaker. She has over 20 years of experience in spiritual practices and trauma healing, We cover: · Energy healing · How releasing emotional traumas, and ancestral karma can create more joy and fulfilment in your life · Supporting others to start their healing journey Find Edit https://editbkiss.com/ https://www...
Sep 25, 2024•40 min•Season 9Ep. 5
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 4 Guest: Maike Mullenders In this episode I talk to Maike Mullenders, who is a counsellor and yoga teacher and author of The Confession: A Journey to Acceptance. It recounts her childhood, growing up with a father with undiagnosed mental health issues who went on to take his own life. We cover: · Coping with loss by suicide · Impact on wellbeing self-esteem and relationships · Supporting others through the benefits of therapy and yoga and Survivors of Bereavem...
Sep 18, 2024•41 min•Season 9Ep. 4
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 3 Guest: Chrissie Henson In this episode I talk to Therapist, Author, Entrepreneur, Podcaster and Coach Chrissie Henson. Chrissie is the author of the book “A look inside the therapy room”. We cover: · Accessing therapy as a person with a disability · Being a therapists with a disability · Deconstructing the therapy process- what does therapy look like ‘in the room’ · Deconstructing myths about therapy · The role of lived experience as a therapist. · Chrissie’...
Sep 11, 2024•39 min•Season 9Ep. 3
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 2 Guest: Dr Sarah Swann In this episode I talk to Dr Sarah Swan Clinical Psychologist about breast cancer. Sarah Swan is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who worked for over 20 years in the NHS in mental health services and has worked independently since 2019. She now has a thriving practice offering psychological therapy, expert witness work, consulting to businesses, supervision and coaching of other psychologists. In 2019 Sarah was diagnosed with breast c...
Sep 04, 2024•50 min•Season 9Ep. 2
Podcast Show Notes Series 9 Episode 1 Guest: Dr Pam Spurr In this episode I talk to Dr Pam Spurr- Psychologist, Author, Broadcaster & Author. We Cover: · Navigating life changing injury · Experiencing sight loss following trauma. · Managing cognitive dissonance when faced with a massive life challenge · Readjustment and transition · The challenge to sense of self through · Fear and hope- ‘feeling all the feels’ · Empathy and compassion for others with sight challenges. Find Dr Pam Website: h...
Aug 28, 2024•41 min•Season 9Ep. 1
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 therapy to manage endome...
Mar 13, 2024•52 min•Season 8Ep. 5
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 to learn more- suicide pr...
Mar 06, 2024•45 min•Season 8Ep. 4
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: https://www.instagram.com/souperman14...
Feb 28, 2024•52 min•Season 8Ep. 3
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 Lindsey: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsey-clay/?originalSubdomain=u...
Feb 21, 2024•53 min•Season 8Ep. 2
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- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-weall-6630a341/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profi...
Feb 07, 2024•47 min•Season 8Ep. 1
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 better li...
Jan 17, 2024•50 min•Season 7Ep. 8
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 questions · Red flags an...
Jan 03, 2024•19 min•Season 7Ep. 7
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 with...
Dec 20, 2023•52 min•Season 7Ep. 6
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 trauma · Focusing on trauma as...
Nov 29, 2023•46 min•Season 7Ep. 5
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 fe...
Nov 15, 2023•42 min•Season 7Ep. 4
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 experi...
Nov 01, 2023•44 min•Season 7Ep. 3
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 factors · The anxiety, sleep depressi...
Oct 18, 2023•49 min•Season 7Ep. 2
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 minds. · Women’...
Oct 11, 2023•51 min•Season 7Ep. 1
