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I talk with Franky about her experience of chronic fatigue syndrome the impact on her mental health and how she found her experience of group Cognitive behavioural therapy.
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In this episode, I talk to Tobyn Bell, a practitioner of compassion-focused therapy (CFT) and Cognitive-behavioural Therapy (CBT) based in Manchester.
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In this episode, I talk to Dan Udale about his journey through mental health struggles, PTSD, his experience with therapy
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In this episode, I talk with Dr Hannah Taylor a Clinical Psychologist working in private practice and delivering wellbeing workshops.
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In this episode, I talk with Dr Mary Welford who is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Trainer, Speaker & Author of a big yellow book ‘Compassion Focused Therapy For Dummies’ & ‘The Compassionate Mind Approach to Building Self Confidence’.
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In this episode, I talk with Barry an LA-based relationship coach who specialises in working with powerful women.
He brings a level of empathy, understanding and insight to powerful women’s relationships that no other male perspective offers.
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In this episode, I talk with Chris Winson about his experience of depression and therapy. Chris also discusses creating a community on Twitter #365daysofcompassion. Chris talks about the things we all need to be talking about, I know you will enjoy the conversation.
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In this episode, Elaine talks about her journey where she has cared and supported people from the first moments of their life to the last moments and she gives an insight of working with and coping with bereavement and grief. So time to grab your cup of tea and take some time to listen and reflect.
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Episode 10 of Ask The Therapist has a slightly different format in that I’m being interviewed by Heather Howard-Thompson, who was my first guest on the show. The questions are turned on me this week!
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In episode 11, I talk with Patricia Murphy a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a background in Nursing and working in the NHS. Patricia takes us through her fascinating career journey to where she is today working in Private Practice and taking the lead on Women and Gender Minority issues. Prepare yourself for some giggles we really enjoyed our chat.
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Episode 12 of Ask The Therapist I’m talking with the lovely and inspiring Nicky Clifford. Nicky came into the limelight under exceptionally sad circumstances when her son Flynn was tragically killed in a road traffic accident in September 2013. Nicky talks about grief and recovery.
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In episode 13, I'm talking with Whitney who is a psychological well-being practitioner working in an NHS IAPT service, Whitney is passionate about breaking down divides and increasing knowledge around race and culture to improve equality in how mental health services are delivered across the board. You will get a real insight into what it's like to work in an NHS mental health service.
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Episode 14 of Ask The Therapist I’m talking with Peter Evens who has been on a journey of self-discovery building self-compassion and personal development and has been rewarded with the benefits of his efforts. From this experience, he shares his journey and the elements that have made the most impact for him. Stay tuned for valuable ideas, concepts and resources that you can use to improve your own mental fitness too.
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In this highly actionable, episode host Sarah Rees is joined by Nicole Goode, a professional nutritionist who works in functional medicine. Research on the link between the brain and the gut is continually moving forward and shows that the foods we eat play an important role in our brain health and psychological well-being. So, thinking of food as medicine is going to shape the future of our physical and mental health! Tune in to find out more...
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Episode 16 of 'Ask The Therapist' In this episode, I'm talking with another Sarah who is also a CBT therapist. We are talking about all things social anxiety what the signs and symptoms are and how CBT therapy can help.
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Episode 17 of 'Ask the therapist'. In this episode, I talk with Dr Quinn about her journey into the world of psychology and how she compassionately manages chronic health issues.
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Episode 18, In this episode, I talk with Emma Collicott the founder of ECBC, Emma shares her powerful insights, which took her from coming to terms with depression all the way to launching ECBC.
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Episode 19, In this episode, I talk with Dr Becky Quicke the Menopause psychologist, learn how she got to where she is and how she helps women reframe their thinking and cope with the anxiety and mental health impact. Becky has a free guide available in the show notes.
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Episode 20, In this episode, I talk with Authentically Amanda a coach who works with people in grey area drinking could alcohol be impacting your mental health?
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Episode 22, In this episode, I talk with Claudia Smith a nutritionist and positive psychology coach helping women overcome depression
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Episode 24, In this episode, I explain what is cognitive behavioural therapy and how it works, if you are considering CBT this episode will help you make the right decision.
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Episode 26 | Sarah talks with Dr. Victoria Khromova, a child psychiatrist, coach and educator for parents. Dr Khromova explains the difference between psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists and shares valuable insights about what it's like to work with a psychiatrist if you're concerned about your child's mental health.
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Episode 28 | In this episode Sarah discusses techniques for sticking to your New Year's resolutions and making healthy habits stick all year round. Setting smart goals is all well and good but maintaining the changes you're making is a whole other challenge. Find out exactly how you can keep to your word and commit to those long term lifestyle changes.