If you've ever wondered what you're therapist is thinking about then Lori Gottlieb might be able to shed some insight.. Lori is a psychotherapist and award winning author who writes the weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column for The Atlantic. In 2019 she released her New York Times best-selling memoir "Maybe You Should Talk To Someone" which see her share painful, vulnerable and often funny stories of her own journey into therapy after a life changing event; interspersed with the stories of clien...
Mar 07, 2020•38 min•Ep. 51
Stuart Sandeman is a breathwork facilitator and founder of Breath Pod, whose aim is to help people harness the power of their breathing system for better health & wellbeing. In this episode Stuart shares the story of his own path towards becoming a breathwork facilitator after he lost a loved one to cancer and discovered the physical and emotional release that transformational breath gave him as he navigated his way through grief..and changed his whole lifestyle and career in the process. Th...
Jul 01, 2019•52 min•Ep. 50
In part two of our Body Dysmorphia special we explore treatment and therapies that are available if you or someone you know may be struggling to cope with living with BDD. Dr Amita Jassi is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the National and Specialist OCD, BDD and Related Disorder Service for Children and Young People. She chats to Dr Linda about the hallmarks and symptoms of BDD, how to support a loved one and sheds light on how effective CBT is when seeking treatment and support. Huge than...
Jun 20, 2019•21 min•Ep. 49
In the first of a two part special focusing on the debilitating body image disorder, Body Dysmorphia, Dr Linda chats to Kitty Wallace who has battled with the BDD since her teens. BDD is an all consuming disorder, where the sufferer finds themselves fixating on a perceived flaw or defect in their appearance that is invisible to others and it can have a hugely debilitating effect on their ability to engage in every day activities. In Kitty's darkest times she found herself unable to leave the hou...
Jun 11, 2019•44 min•Ep. 48
Being assertive is a useful tool that can help you communicate your feelings and thoughts honestly and clearly. It's a balancing act that many people struggle with because there is a fine line between being assertive and appearing aggressive. In this episode, Dr Linda addresses the techniques that you can adopt to ensure that you can feel confident and assertive. If there's a topic that you'd like discussed on the podcast then please do get in touch and let us know by messaging Dr Linda @drlinda...
Jun 04, 2019•8 min•Ep. 47
Dr Marilyn Glenville PhD is the UK's leading nutritionist specialising in womens' health. She is the former President of the Food and Health Forum at the Royal Society of Medicine, a registered nutritionist, psychologist, author and popular broadcaster. In this episode, Dr Linda and Dr Glenville join forces to explore the impact on sugar on our bodies and our minds. So much so, that we discover that it is linked to the onset of Alzheimer's, Cancer and the urgent need there is for us to reeducate...
May 28, 2019•39 min•Ep. 46
Jillian Lavender is a Vedic Meditation Teacher and Vedic Wellness expert with over 15 years experience teaching people to meditate. She is the co-founder of the London Meditation Centre and New York Meditation Center. Vedic meditation is the world’s most ancient form of meditation and the benefits are numerous. Jillian first learned to meditate in 1995 after reaching burnout while working in a high profile and stressful job. In this episode, Jillian and Linda discuss the physical and mental bene...
Apr 27, 2019•52 min•Ep. 45
Amy Morin is a trained psychotherapist, mental strength trainer, and international bestselling author who gave one of the most popular TEDx talks of all time: The Secret To Becoming Mentally Strong. Amy wrote a list one day detailing the things that mentally strong people don't do, when she was at the lowest point of her life after the death of her mother and husband. She published it online hoping it might help someone else that was struggling, and the list went viral and read by more than 50 m...
Apr 12, 2019•31 min•Ep. 44
Stuart Semple is a British artist, curator, activist and the creator of some of the most thought provoking public art installations around the world. His most ambitious came in 2018 when he revealed Happy City where he had created numerous large scale public interventions throughout Denver. An ambassador for the charity Mind, Stuart collaborated with them to initiate the creative therapies fund throughout England and Wales. Mental health is a topic close to his heart and is a topic that is explo...
Mar 26, 2019•35 min•Ep. 43
Some of you may know him as "JP", from his time on the TV reality series, Made In Chelsea - others will know him as Josh Patterson. Josh is a man who wears his heart on his sleeve when he talks about his family, friends, loved ones and of course; his beautiful baby daughter.. India. Admirably, he's spoken candidly in the past about his struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts. Not only is he working hard on his own personal goals and mental health, he's also doing some incredible work edu...
Mar 14, 2019•38 min•Ep. 42
Patience is an invaluable tool in live. Not only does it help us alleviate stress, but it also gives us power and control over our emotions when frustrations arise. In this episode, Dr Linda explores what happens to our brain when we are flooded with frustration and provides 5 tips that you can implement into your day to help yourself learn to be more patient in all areas of life. Thanks for all your episode selections so far. Keep them coming! Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda...
Feb 26, 2019•9 min•Ep. 41
Suzi Grant is an inspirational blogger, author & broadcaster who has made it her mission to spread the positive ageing message to encourage others to feel good no matter what their age. There is no age limit on feeling good! The tagline on Suzi's Alternative Ageing website reads: Vintage lady..vintage style. And style and an infectious zest for life is something she oozes in droves. In this episode Linda and Suzi chat about the huge impact her mother's death had on her and how it spurred her...
Feb 19, 2019•30 min•Ep. 40
First and foremost, first dates should be FUN. If you're getting too bogged down with expectation, or have just been out of the dating scene for a while, then Dr Linda has 5 top tips to help you get back into enjoying dating and feeling confident about yourself. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram.
Feb 14, 2019•9 min•Ep. 39
On the 19th July 2016, Ryan Hart and his brother Luke discovered the devastating news that their mother, Claire and sister Charlotte were murdered in broad daylight, by the family's father using a sawn-off shotgun. He then committed suicide. In this episode, Ryan talks Linda through his families first hand experience of coercive control and domestic homicide, and how they've deconstructed and are now rebuilding their lives in the wake of their trauma; passionately campaigning in their mother and...
Feb 05, 2019•57 min•Ep. 38
Loneliness is a real problem that affects a lot of people. But it's important that we define exactly we mean by loneliness. The concept of loneliness relates to how we feel about ourselves and how able we are to connect with others, not - as many imagine - how many people we are surrounded by. In our first minisode of the year, Dr Linda delves into the subject of loneliness and the impact that it can have not only on our mental but also our physical health. Let us know what topics you'd like to ...
Jan 29, 2019•10 min•Ep. 37
Journalist, broadcaster and now fully fledged podcast host, Kate Thornton, kicks of our 2019 series. Kate opens up to Dr Linda about her early life which found her battling bullying and anorexia throughout her school years and the strength she discovered within herself to rise above it and take care of herself. The pair also discuss motherhood and the camaraderie and comfort a good group of friends can bring when the world seems intent on swallowing you whole. Give Kate's own podcast - White Win...
Jan 22, 2019•53 min•Ep. 36
The multi talented and quite frankly hilarious, Gail Porter, joins Dr Linda for a chat about her life, love and all that's in between. Tracing everything from the unexpected catalyst that ignited her passion for broadcasting at a young age, the Top of the Pops years, that infamous Houses of Parliament stunt through to her astounding resilience through well documented battles with mental health and Alopecia, all the way to the sheer joy of being a mum to her teenage daughter. Huge thanks to Gail ...
Dec 20, 2018•48 min•Ep. 35
Christmas is creeping up on us, but before the merriment of the festive season hits, for many students it can be a very stressful time full of deadlines and exams. In this episode Dr Linda fleshes out what it is that fuels stress for both teachers and students when exams are looming and dishes out 5 tips to help you alleviate some of the pressure you're facing and find the best studying technique for you. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLind...
Nov 20, 2018•10 min•Ep. 34
Musician, writer and actor, Jordan Stephens, opens up to Linda about a pivotal moment in his life where he admits he self destructed in a relationship. The consequences of which led him to explore the impact of delayed grief after the death of his beloved Gran, deep rooted fears of abandonment and the importance of recognising, addressing and ultimately feeling entitled to your emotions. The pair also discuss the influence of expectation on creativity and whether this is a driving force or a neg...
Nov 11, 2018•46 min•Ep. 33
We all need a little hand to motivate ourselves to make change in our lives at some point or other. Often, it's when we first start to make changes that we begin to stumble. But why is that? In this episode, Dr Linda lays down her 5 tips to get yourself motivated to make change in your life and stop indulging in negative behaviours that might be holding you back. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram....
Oct 30, 2018•8 min•Ep. 32
Comedian, writer and presenter, Iain Stirling sits down with Linda to discuss his journey from studying Law at Edinburgh University, to Children's TV presenter and the award winning comedian that we stands before us today after a hilariously inappropriate stand up gig changed his life course. Iain is a stand up comedian originally from Edinburgh in Scotland, who you may recognise as the dulcet tones of the narrator of ITV's Love Island. Behind the sharp delivery and wit, Iain is a very thoughtfu...
Oct 23, 2018•50 min•Ep. 31
While learning how to love and look after ourselves is an important lesson, it's also vital that we know how we can help other people feel good about themselves too. In this minisode, Dr Linda explores 5 tips on how you can help someone feel good about themselves. Sometimes, it's the small things that make a big difference. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram.
Oct 16, 2018•7 min•Ep. 30
Ricki Hall opens up to Dr Linda about his battles with drug and alcohol addiction that have plagued him for over a decade, and culminated in a life changing episode earlier this year. In this extremely candid interview, Ricki traces his first dalliance with alcohol back to his teenage years as he discusses the impact that it has had on his life and relationships. Now sober and looking forward to the future, Ricki reflects on his stints in rehab, how he battles every day with his addictions and h...
Oct 10, 2018•57 min•Ep. 29
Dr Linda sits down with Lorna Cordwell, Head of Counselling at Chrysalis Courses, to answer the burning question on our listeners' lips: How do I get into a career in Counselling? Whether you're interested in exploring a second career, or are just starting out with a passion for helping people, Dr Linda and Lorna are on hand to help advise you on how to pursue and what to expect of a career in the mental health services. For more information and advice make sure you visit chrysaliscourses.ac.uk ...
Oct 02, 2018•25 min•Ep. 28
In a society that fetishises success, it's crucial that we take the time to remind ourselves that failure is also a huge part of success. We will all and do all experience failure at some point in life, and the best way to move on from it is to embrace it and learn from any mistakes. In this episode, Dr Linda explores how you can do exactly that. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram. This episode is s...
Sep 25, 2018•11 min•Ep. 27
We've all found ourselves in a bad mood for seemingly no good reason. The thing is, bad moods are subjective; they manifest themselves in different ways in all of us. In this episode Dr Linda explores the science behind and what we can do to turn our mood around and ensure we're not dwelling on those negative feelings. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram. This episode is sponsored by Chrysalis Course...
Sep 18, 2018•9 min•Ep. 26
Dr Linda explores the impact our emotions and psychological stress has on our eating habits. How it can influence the types of foods we consume and how our bodies react to them. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram. This episode is sponsored by Chrysalis Courses. Visit their website for more details on how you could take a step towards a career in counselling....
Sep 11, 2018•13 min•Ep. 25
At its most basic, shyness is about being excessively self conscious. Analysing every interaction we have with another person to the point that it completely overwhelms us. In this episode Dr Linda breaks down shyness and provides 5 easy steps to help you reclaim your confidence in social situations. Let us know what topics you'd like to hear Dr Linda tackle by getting in touch with @DrLinda_P on Twitter and @drlindap on Instagram. This episode is sponsored by Chrysalis Courses. Visit their webs...
Sep 04, 2018•10 min•Ep. 24
Mild depression and mood swings are very common amongst new mothers, and it's no surprise, right? Giving birth and becoming a new mum is a momentous thing to go through, even before we consider the changes in hormones and sleep deprivation. This is often put down to a case of the 'baby blues'. However, what are you supposed to do if these feelings don't go away - and you are concerned that it's beginning to affect how you bond with your child? It can be very isolating. In this episode, Dr Linda ...
Aug 28, 2018•12 min•Ep. 23
No relationship is perfect, but there's a vast difference between imperfection and damaging. Toxic relationships thrive on contempt and power play and in turn can have a dramatic effect on how we value ourselves. They can also be very difficult to spot once you find yourself deeply involved in one. In this episode Dr Linda breaks down the telltale signs to look for if you think you might be in a toxic relationship and dishes out 5 tips on what you can do about it. Let us know what topics you'd l...
Aug 21, 2018•9 min•Ep. 22
