The Adversity Psychologist podcast focuses lived experience of adversity with additional discussion around the psychological principles of coping and learning following adverse situations.
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 […]
3: Triumph over Trauma- Sharing your story after Burn Injury Read More »
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
2: “Knitting is Therapeutic” Using Knitting for Mental Health With Dr Mia Hobbs Read More »
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
1: ‘Beyond The Clippers’ Mental Health In The Barbers Read More »
Podcast Show Notes Series 10 Episode 7 Guest: Serena Hemmings In this episode I talk to Serena Hemmings about her experience of having a head injury and her work in equine therapy. Serena works with ‘The Therapeutic Tutors’ who focus on the animal-assisted interventions of Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) and canine assisted support. EFL involves
7: The Power of Equine Assisted Learning in Rehabilitation- A Personal Journey Read More »
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
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
5: Guide to Afterlife- Lets Talk Grief Education Read More »
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
4: My Lived Experience of Complex PTSD – With Anita Guru Read More »
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
3: Coping With Menopause- A Psychologists Lived Experience Read More »
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
2: We Are A Couple Too!- Navigating Your Relationship When You Become A Parent. Read More »
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.
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