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 with a devastat...
Aug 16, 2023•34 min•Season 6Ep. 5
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 stigma of not havin...
Aug 09, 2023•53 min•Season 6Ep. 4
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 supp...
Aug 02, 2023•59 min•Season 6Ep. 3
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 & Paws2connect collaboration. · ...
Jul 26, 2023•51 min•Season 6Ep. 2
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 fashion and Laura’s new range · Laura...
Jul 19, 2023•42 min•Season 6Ep. 1
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 shook...
Jul 12, 2023•50 min•Season 5Ep. 8
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 Inst...
Jul 05, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 7
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 after loss · B...
Jun 28, 2023•52 min•Season 5Ep. 6
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 Mathilda and Conversations From C...
Jun 21, 2023•50 min•Season 5Ep. 5
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 links: https://www.tourettes-action.org.uk/ h...
Jun 14, 2023•47 min•Season 5Ep. 4
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 ...
Jun 07, 2023•42 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Podcast Show Notes Series 5 Episode 2 In this episode I talk to Dr Rosie Gilderthorp, Clinical Psychologist about the impact of severe morning sickness known as HG. Dr Rosie is a specialist in perinatal and postnatal mental health. We cover: What is Hyperemesis Gravidarum? How it can impact those who experience it. Its impact the emotional health of those who experience it. The importance of getting support and where to seek this. Dr Rosie’s work supporting others with HG. Find Dr Rosie: Pregnan...
May 31, 2023•35 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Episode Show Notes Series 5 Episode 1 In this episode I talk to Professor Tony Attwood about late diagnosis of Autism in Women. Tony is a clinical psychologist who has specialised in Autism Spectrum Disorders since he qualified as a clinical psychologist in England in 1975. He currently works in his own private practice, and is also adjunct professor at Griffith University, Queensland. His book Asperger’s Syndrome – A Guide for Parents and Professionals has sold over 500,000 copies and has been ...
May 24, 2023•49 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Podcast Show Notes Series 4 Episode 6 In this episode I talk to Dr Stuart Sadler, Clinical Psychologist and Sleep Specialist. I am sure we have all experienced difficulties with anxiety at times. This episode will help you understand more about anxiety and how to approach and manage it. We cover: · What is anxiety and how can it show up for us? · What can trigger anxiety · How can we manage it · The relationship between anxiety and sleep Find Stuart: Website: https://newcastlepsychologist.co.uk/...
Apr 18, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Podcast Show Notes Series 4 Episode 5 In this episode I talk to Michael Baldwin an accomplished leader in the communications industry and trauma survivor actively engaged in the process of recovery. He is co-author of the book, Every Memory Deserves Respect: EMDR, The Proven Trauma Therapy with the Power to Heal , with EMDR therapist Deborah Korn, PsyD (published by Workman Press). We cover: · His journey through adversity and trauma · Identifying when trauma is present and seeking help. · How E...
Apr 12, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Podcast Show Notes Series 4 Episode 4 In this episode I talk to Sian Pelleshi- l Declutter Coach and President of APDO The Association of Professional Declutterers and Organisers. We Cover: Her journey into de cluttering and organising De cluttering and emotional wellbeing Helping others with wellbeing and changing lives! Find Sian: Website: https://all-sorted.co.uk/home/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsorted/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeandofficesorted/ Support Links The Adv...
Apr 05, 2023•44 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Episode Show Notes Series 4 Episode 3 In this episode I talk to Shaun Flores who is a male mental health advocate, TEDx Speaker and influencer. We cover: · Male mental health · Mental health and ethnic minorities · Living with OCD and misunderstandings about the condition · Using lived experience to Educate and help guide others Find Shaun: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshaunflores/ More links to Shaun’s work: https://linktr.ee/theshaunflores Support Links The Adversity Psychologist Po...
Mar 29, 2023•46 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Podcast Show Notes Series 4 Episode 2 Guest: Richard Hamlin In this episode I talk to the incredible Richard Hamlin, Ex Police Officer and owner and Director of Define Leadership Ltd about Safeguarding and vicarious trauma. Amongst his many roles over a long-standing career, Richard was head of crime training for Surrey & Sussex Police, Head of Anti-Corruption and Head of Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub and Head of Economic Crime and Proactive Crime. He was also District Commander in Surrey. W...
Mar 22, 2023•53 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Series 4 Episode 1 In this episode I talk to Amy Rose & Dr Emma Cotterill about Solo Motherhood. We cover: · Amy’s journey through solo motherhood · Wellbeing and coping · Looking after you · Feel all the feelings · Connecting with others and finding your joy Find Amy Rose & Dr Emma Cotterill: Amy Rose Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/by.amyrose/?hl=en Book: https://linktr.ee/by.amyrose Dr Emma Website: https://www.empowerpsychology.co.uk/ Book: https://www.empowerpsychology.co.uk/bo...
Mar 15, 2023•45 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Series 3 Episode 8 In this episode I talk to Elle Seline. The first woman to compete make up free in Miss GB. She is a mental health worker and shares her lived experience of Borderline Personality Disorder to help people on their mental health journey. We cover: · Living with BPD- in the media and success · Stigma and mental health – BPD and expectations · Supporting others through lived experience · Changing perceptions -Taking a no make-up stance in Miss GB 2021 Find Elle Instagram @elleselin...
Mar 01, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Series 3 Episode 7 In this episode I talk to Ngozi Cadmus who is a Mental Health and Leadership Expert. Ngozi Cadmus is a qualified Psychotherapist, Social Worker and Business Strategist. She has a coaching & consultancy company that helps women of faith to become leaders in their respective industries and help them start, build and scale up their wellness business. They focus on assisting corporations in achieving their Equity, Diversity & Inclusion objectives through training to help i...
Feb 22, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Series 3 Episode 6 In this episode I talk to Darren Clayton about living with Bipolar Disorder We talk: -His later life diagnosis -Presentation -Impact on behaviour -Valued living -Support options -Being a Worldly Wise Ambassador Listen Here: https://theadversitypsychologist.captivate.fm/listen Find Darren: Darren is a Worldly Wise Ambassador and you can find information here: https://worldlywise.org.uk/ Support Links The Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of form...
Feb 15, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Series 3 Episode 5 In this episode I talk to Ash Curry OCD Expert by Experience. He works tearlessly to educate others about OCD and support their journey through recognising its presentation and support available. He has a special interest in Paternal OCD. A very special person and an absolute must listen! We talk: · Ash’s narrative of living with OCD- presentation and late diagnosis · Coping with OCD · Treatment, recovery and valued living · Helping and educating others · Paternal OCD Find Ash...
Feb 08, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Series 3 Episode 4 Guest: I speak to Sam Fillingham- CEO & Project Lead PIP-UK Poland Syndrome Charity about Poland Syndrome. We talk: - What is Poland Syndrome - How does it Present - Misdiagnosis and understanding - The support available - Connecting with others - Next steps for recognition and support Find PIP-UK: https://www.facebook.com/pip.uk.org https://www.instagram.com/polandsyndromepipuk/ https://pip-uk.org/ https://twitter.com/PIPManchester https://www.youtube.com/user/pipthechari...
Feb 01, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Podcast Show Notes Series 3 Episode 3 In this episode I talk to the one and only Dr Susan Biali Haas MD Specialist in Burnout. Dr. Susan Biali Haas, MD is an award-winning medical doctor, internationally recognized for her expertise in mental health, stress management, burnout prevention and resilience. Her bestselling book The Resilient Life: Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout, and Strengthen Your Mental and Physical Health, just came out in October 2022 and is already a best seller! We cover: Stre...
Jan 25, 2023•50 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Series 3 Episode 2 In this episode I talk to Nicola Chan- Body Confidence Coach about body confidence. Such an interesting episode and a must listen! We cover: Her narrative of overcoming self-esteem and body image issues How we think about body image and the influence of society Her journey into personal training and then body confidence coaching Body positivity and helping others with body image through your work Martial arts, fire dancing and Chinese lion dancing! Find Nicola https://waisheec...
Jan 18, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Series 3 Episode 1 In this episode I talk to Mark Berridge, Author of ‘A Fraction Stronger’. Mark survived a cycle accident which left him with a severe spinal chord injury. He writes and shares his journey through rehabilitation and beyond to inspire people in the face of adversity. An absolute must listen. We talk: Experiencing life changing injury Rehabilitation and finding meaning in life again Overcoming obstacles - physical and emotional “embracing uncertainty" Finding your inner strength....
Jan 11, 2023•49 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Series 2 Episode 8 In this episode I talk to the one and only Shirley Blanch. Shirley Blanch is a certified SMART Young Minds teacher, Transformation Meditation Teacher & Resilience, Wellbeing & Mindfulness at Work Coach. She is Author of 3 new micro mindfulness books which aim to make mindfulness accessible for all and demonstrate how it can be an effective tool for navigating adversity. We cover: Shirley’s journey through grief Discovering mindfulness Everyday mindfulness – making mind...
Dec 07, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Series 2 Episode 7 In this episode I talk to Tony Fisher, Founder of The Loneliness & Isolation Project. Tony is an award-winning photographic artist & film maker who explores and researches loneliness, isolation, and wellbeing. He uses his own lived experience and incredible skills to bring his work to others and improve wellbeing. He is a mental health and disability advocate and has conducted training and keynote speeches around the UK on these topics. His work is incredible, and this...
Dec 07, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Series 2 Episode 6 In this episode I talk to the fantastic Dr Lucy Russell, Clinical Psychologist and specialist in children and adolescents about teenage mental health. A real insight into the inner workings of the teenage brain and behaviour! We talk: The impact of the Covid 19 Pandemic on teenager’s emotional and physical wellbeing Knowing your child and what’s underneath the ‘everyday’ presentation The importance of diet and exercise for mental wellbeing The importance of sleep and the “bedt...
Nov 30, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 6
