Psychology, Actually

Dr Marianne Trent

🎙️ Psychology, Actually with Dr Marianne Trent is a podcast about what’s really going on beneath the surface of our lives.

Through conversations with psychologists, professionals, and inspiring guests, we explore the psychology shaping our work, our relationships, and our inner worlds bringing together clinical insight with genuine human understanding.

This show was previously known as The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, and while it continues to support aspiring and qualified psychologists, it has grown into something broader. Because psychology doesn’t just shape our careers, it influences how we parent, how we grieve, how we connect, and how we cope when life doesn’t go to plan.

Alongside expert interviews, Dr Marianne Trent shares reflective solo episodes - making sense of complex human experiences with compassion, curiosity, and clarity.

Featuring conversations with leading voices in psychology including Professor Paul Gilbert, Dr Lucy Johnstone, and Dr Martha Deiros Collado - the podcast brings together a range of perspectives on what it means to live, work, and think psychologically.
New episodes are released every Monday at 6am (UK time).

Whether you’re an aspiring psychologist, a qualified practitioner, or simply someone interested in understanding yourself and others more deeply, this podcast offers thoughtful conversations that stay with you.

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Jan 8, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
Navigating Pensions for Psychologists and Mental Health Professionals
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 109: Understanding pensions for psychologists with Ian Dempsey Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist podcast, I am welcoming back a guest from my previous episode – Ian Dempsey. Whilst this episode may not be focused on psychology, it is important for anyone stepping into the career realms and thinking about the future. Join us as we discuss all things pensions, investing and futures, including the NHS pension, the importance of starting early, and potential tax advantages of pensions. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00:39): Welcoming Ian back! (00:02:18): The importance of managing money (00:03:03): Reflecting on past financial experiences (00:04:56): The legality of pensions (00:05:58): The long term benefit of starting pensions early (00:07:36): What is compound interest and how does it work? (00:11:08): The not-so altruistic nature of “rounding up” your shopping in supermarkets (00:12:49): The power of growth and refining (00:14:35): The benefits of the NHS pension (00:17:39): Starting a pension for kids?! (00:18:39): You do not need to have a lot left over (00:20:52): Asking yourself the big questions (00:22:24): The future is not fixed (00:23:58): The impact of our current cost of living crisis (00:25:50): The different types of pensions (00:28:03): Can you truly invest yourself? (00:32:01): You can have a dabble with financial matters (00:34:57): When looking for financial advisors… (00:37:58): The importance oof financial advisors (00:42:33): Finding the balance of plans and life (00:45:29): I wish I had started sooner… (00:48:03): Life outside money (00:51:02): The safety of pensions (00:53:19): The other benefits of money management (00:58:51): On choices and having options (00:59:55): Connect with Ian (01:01:34): Ian’s big tip for everyone (01:02:49): summary and close Links: 📱 To connect with Ian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-dempsey/?originalSubdomain=uk 🖥️ Check out my brand new short courses for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals here: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/short-courses 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing #finance #pension #pensions #financialplanning #financialadvisor
Jan 1, 2024 · 21 min
Navigating the Journey to Mental Wellbeing: A Conversation on Finding the Right Therapist
In this episode, Dr. Marianne Trent and Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo discuss the importance of finding a qualified therapist in the UK. They introduce their new book, "Talking Heads: Your Guide to Finding a Qualified Therapist in the UK," which aims to provide valuable information and guidance on navigating the world of mental health professionals. They emphasize the need for safety, integrity, and ethics in therapy and highlight the risks of seeing unqualified therapists. The book offers insights on different types of therapists, how to check their qualifications and regulation, and how to have conversations about these topics. The hosts hope that the book will help individuals seeking therapy and professionals who support them in making informed choices and having meaningful conversations about mental health. The Highlights: (00:00) Dr. Marianne Trent explores the transformative impact of working with a qualified therapist. (00:45) Collaboration with Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo (01:45) Dr. Marianne Trent and Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo share their journey from a chance meeting in August 2022 to co-authoring a book.The book, titled "Talking Heads," aims to guide individuals in finding qualified therapists and addresses the challenges in the therapy-seeking process. (02:51)Discussion on the two main aspects covered in the book: understanding qualifications and regulations for talking therapists in the UK and practical advice on finding a therapist. Emphasis on the importance of informed decision-making in the therapy-seeking process. (03:51) Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo emphasises the dual importance of therapist fit and safety. Addressing challenges in navigating the diverse landscape of therapists and the potential risks associated with unqualified practitioners. (08:06) Revealing the book title, "Talking Heads: Your Guide to Finding a Qualified Therapist in the UK." Availability on Amazon and encouragement to share the resource with friends and family. (09:25) Discussion on the complexities of finding a therapist, especially in a post-pandemic era with a mental health crisis. (12:47) Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo discusses the ethical aspect of the book, emphasizing the need for public awareness. Addressing the issue of unprotected titles in therapy and the potential risks associated with unregulated practitioners. (15:31) Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo expresses hopes for increased compassion, open conversations, and genuine check-ins for individuals in 2024.Encouragement for people to prioritize their mental health and engage in meaningful conversations. (17:19) Dr. Marianne Trent expresses gratitude for the collaboration and shares positive thoughts for Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo's future endeavours. Invites listeners to check out "Talking Heads" for valuable insights into finding a qualified therapist. (17:55) A final wrap-up expressing gratitude to Dr. Tara Quinn-Cirillo and encouraging listeners to subscribe and share their thoughts. Acknowledgment of the unique mental health journey and the potential impact of the right therapist. Links: 📚 Grab your copy of the New Book 'Talking Heads: Your Guide to Finding a Therapist in the UK' here: https://amzn.to/3RJqvJP 🖥️ Check out my brand new short courses for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals here: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/short-courses 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing
Dec 24, 2023 · 40 min
What is cancel culture in psychology with Dr Deborah Kingston
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 107: What is Cancel Culture in Psychology? – with Dr Deborah Kingston Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist podcast, I am joined with the wonderfully inspiring Dr Deborah Kingston, a resilient trauma-specialist. Join us as we delve into the fear of speaking, the importance of being true to oneself, and protecting wellbeing of both clients and yourselves. We discuss how cancel culture affects both professional and personal dynamics and how it negatively impacts mental health and wellbeing. We express the importance of safety for both clients and individuals over important periods such as Christmas and other family gatherings, and briefly touch on the safety of assistant psychologists and its changing dynamics. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Introduction (01:09): A not-so-Christmassy Christmas episode (02:46): Introducing Dr Deborah Kingston (03:58): The fear of speaking too much and neurodiversity (06:31): The dangers of a one-sided approaches in cancel culture (09:17):The not so “merry and bright” side to Christmas (11:45): Where does all the emotion go when it's not been allowed to speak? (12:39): What is true to a person? (13:28): The drastic effect of putting people in boxes (17:14): Deborah’s choice in stepping away from the NHS (19:42):The cancel culture in private practice and the power behind the NHS badge (23:00): The danger of unprotected titles (26:29): The importance of protection as an Assistant Psychologist (30:37): How do you protect *yourself*? (+ a little blooper) (33:27): Being connected and looking after yourself over winter (34:55): Summary and close (36:37): Connect with Dr Marianne Trent! Links: 📲 Connect with Dr Deborah Kingston here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-deborah-kingston-658871b9/ https://www.facebook.com/PTSolutionsltd/ https://twitter.com/DrDeborahK 🖥️ Check out my brand new short courses for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals here: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/short-courses 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing #cancelculture #familychristmas
Dec 18, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
Coping with trauma personally and professionally with ex-Paralympian Dr Yvonne Waft
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 106: Coping with trauma – personally and professionally – with ex-Paralympian Dr Yvonne Waft Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In today’s episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, we have an inspiring, resilient guest who is an ex-Paralympian, author and a successful clinical psychologist. Join Dr Yvonne Waft as we unravel trauma, and explore the bumps in the journey from an able-bodied 19-year-old, to an Paralympian, author and clinical psychologist. We explore the need for diversity, post-traumatic growth and the challenges of disability. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (00:57): Introduction and resources (01:54): Exploring grief and trauma – a process (03:05): Introducing ex-Paralympian De Yvonne Waft (05:06): Losing limbs – processing grief and trauma (07:18): Yvonne’s route to psychology (08:37): The isolation of exclusion and ableism (10:47): Reflecting on multiple identities – parent, disabled, incoming psychologist (14:41): The freedom of post-qualification (17:23): Finding your people (20:17): Battling the barriers as a trainee (21:22): The change in the way disability is viewed from the 1990s to post-covid (24:39): Being disabled and parenting a child with disability (26:42): The daily struggles of a disabled person (31:43): Connect with Yvonne! (32:44): The need for diversity in professions (36:55): Publishing Yvonne’s story (40:36): Finding my people – through academia and sports (42:19): In loving memory of a dear friend (44:25): Unravelling traumas (49:09): You can't go over it, you can't go under it, oh no, you've got to go through it (51:59): Windows of tolerance (53:18): Reflecting on post-traumatic growth (55:46): Summary & close Links: 📚 Check out Dr Yvonne's great new book here: https://amzn.to/47PTZgb and connect with her on socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryvonnewaft/ 🖥️ Check out my brand new short courses for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals here: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/short-courses 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing #disability #wheelchairuser #wheelchairbasketball #paraylmpian
Dec 11, 2023 · 15 min
The 5 things I'm glad I knew as a psychology undergraduate
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 105: The 5 things I am glad I knew as a psychology undergraduate Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In our previous episode, I spoke about some of the things I wish I had known as a psychology graduate. In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist podcast, I reflect on the 5 things that I was so glad I knew at that same life stage. Join us as I reflect on my university experience and its value in cultivating friendships, developing clinical skills whilst studying, and having an open mind whilst navigating the paths in psychology careers. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Introduction (02:01): University teaches you a copious amount (and not just about psychology) (04:50): Reflecting on becoming a working woman whilst at university (06:35): The beauty of the journey into psychology and the many paths it can take you (07:52): Utilising university vacations to create structure (10:15): Teamwork makes the dream work (11:42): Summary and close Links: 🖥️ Check out my brand new short courses for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals here: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/short-courses 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #reflections
Dec 4, 2023 · 20 min
The 5 things I wish I'd known as a psychology undergraduate
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 104: The 5 things I wish I had known as a Psychology Undergraduate Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. I hope application season has gone well this year, for whatever type of psychologist you are aspiring to be. In our previous episode, I spoke about failures and reflected on what that means to me. In this episode, I discuss some of the things I wish I had known as a psychology undergraduate. Join us as I reflect on my experiences in my younger years, roles, jobs and the value of research before graduating. I reflect on support and how therapy has transformed me as a person too. This episode also features some resources for your own psychology journeys which I hope you find helpful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (02:13): The value of real-life experience during your undergraduate course (03:28): Could honorary placements work during university? (04:36): Taking more research opportunities (06:08): Reflecting on my own research experiences (07:27): Finding spaces to publish before graduation – is it possible? (09:07): Thinking outside of the box (10:16): The beauty of studying and its reflections (11:28): Navigating failures (12:33): Therapy is not JUST helpful to the client (13:35): Free resources to help you with the Dclin (14:42): Pressures, adventures and living life (16:42): Summary and close Links: 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #reflections
Nov 20, 2023 · 42 min
How to use Psychology in a war zone – Ukraine - Trauma
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: How to use Psychology in a war zone – Ukraine - Trauma Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr. Marianne Trent interviews Dr. Alistair Teager about his experiences setting up a new psychology service in Ukraine. Dr. Teager discusses how he became involved in the project and the challenges he faced working in a war zone. He also talks about the importance of self-care and the impact of vicarious trauma on mental health professionals. Dr. Trent expresses her admiration for Dr. Teager's work and discusses the broader implications of providing mental health support in conflict-affected areas. The episode concludes with a discussion on the responsibility of media outlets when reporting on traumatic events and the importance of raising awareness about mental health issues in Ukraine. The Highlights: 00:00 - Summary 00:53 - Introduction 02:13 - Moral Injury 03:12 - Request for ideas for future podcast episodes 04:07 - Welcoming Dr. Alistair Teager and his background 05:24 - Involvement in Ukraine 06:16 - Opportunistic Career Choices 07:14 - Duration of Stay in Ukraine 08:25 - Challenges of Working in a War Zone 09:21 - Impact of War on Ukrainian Refugees 10:48 - Collective Trauma and Ongoing Crisis 11:53 - Psychological Impact and Training 13:43 - Training Initiatives and Recommendations: 14:59 - Shifting Perspectives on Mental Health 15:21 - Universal Symptoms of Mental Health 16:24 - Ethical Considerations in Media 17:22 - Balancing Awareness and Sensitivity 18:33 - Self-Care in Trauma Work 19:29 - Self-Care Strategies 21:31 - Coping with Sleep Challenges 22:28 - Decompression and Peer Support 23:37 - Practicing What We Preach 25:04 - Concerns for Safety and Communication Challenges: 27:44 - Mundane Activities in Extraordinary Times 29:35 - Generational Effects and Societal Impact 31:55 - Offering Support and Mental Health Awareness: 33:35 - Acknowledgment and Gratitude 37:07 - Multifaceted Career in Psychology 37:58 - Closing Remarks Links: 📱Connect with Dr Alistair Teager here: https://twitter.com/ajteager 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #ukraine #ukraineconflict #zelensky #warzone #trauma #conflict #airraid #airraidsiren #siren #dclinpsy #dclin #clinicalpsychology #journalism #selfcare #sleepbetter #clinicalpsychologist #spinalinjury #stokemandeville #spinalunit #rehabilitation #psychologycareer #mentalhealth #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #psychologygraduate #WHO #WorldHealthOrganisation
Nov 20, 2023 · 34 min
All the ways I've failed in psychology
Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. The DClinPsy deadline has just passed and the EdPsy deadline is approaching fast! I hope you feel accomplished with your applications and that it has gone well. In this episode, we focus on failure and success, 2 sides of the same coin. Failure – it is something we all experience and whilst it feels soul crushing at the time, we grow so much from these experiences. Join me, in this episode, where I discuss some of my major failures as we reflect on how they shaped me and my journey into becoming a qualified psychologist. Maybe these are things that you may relate to, or maybe it is a reflecting point for you; we hope it will be so helpful in your journey to becoming whatever type of psychologist you aspire to be. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:06): Key dates for deadlines (03:23): Reflecting on the ‘failures’ at the beginning of my psychology path (07:43): Self-doubt struggles whilst studying for exams (11:12): Failures are often the road to success (13:58): Driving and its relevance for the doctorate (and the paths it can open!) (16:59): What failure during my studies taught me (18:06): It is okay to ask for extra time! (20:09): Sometimes, relationships go south (23:38): Reflecting on the successes from failures (25:34): Ask for help when you need it! (26:36): On being the second choice and the paths that result from it (30:41): Failure is a part of life and close Links: 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing
Nov 13, 2023 · 42 min
How to get psychology research published before you graduate
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 101: How to Get Psychology Researched Published Before You Graduate Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Application season is coming to a close soon – I hope it has gone well! In today’s episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, we invite the inspiring Matthew to share his experience on how he got involved in publishing research during his undergraduate studies He discusses the process digesting the data and publishing his research, which looks at schizophrenia, childhood trauma and brain cognition. So, join us, in this episode as Matthew talks about future goals, and gives aspiring psychologists a fabulous top tip in reducing burnout, amongst other key points. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:10): Introducing Matthew (05:04): Studying Psychology in a 4-year course structure (07:21): Matthew’s unconventional route into psychology and thinking about the future (11:00): Matthew’s route into research in Schizophrenia whilst at university (16:11): It is worth taking the chances to ask! (18:36): What on earth is water diffusion in the brain? (22:00): The process of publishing – a whole new learning experience (24:04): From designing to publishing – a longitudinal process (26:58): How do scholarships for research work? (29:26): Navigating paid and unpaid work whilst studying (31:59): If you are thinking about psychology in your early career… (34:38): Matthew’s top tip for reducing burnout (37:35): Summary & close Hashtags: 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #researchLinks #psychologyresearch #Galwayuniversity #psychologydegree #bschons #schizophrenia #childhoodtrauma #cptsd #cognition #brainscan #brainresearch
Nov 6, 2023 · 27 min
A celebration of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast - Thank you
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 100: A celebration of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. We are now just under over 2 weeks for the deadline for DclinPsy! I hope application season has gone well this year! In the meantime, we have a new episode out truly focusing on celebrating wins! We are now at 100 episodes and have been shortlisted for a few awards. So, come along and join me, as we reflect on the memorable episodes and the lovely jingles, look ahead to the future and remind you of the last date of the compassionate Q&A session for this season! We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:02): Celebrating 100 episodes! (02:40): Date for the final compassionate Q&A session (05:29): Some suggestions for future podcasts! (07:42): Recent and future episodes (11:58): Recordings and finding the star of the show: the guests (13:59): The troubles of last-minute podcasting (14:50): Show notes, transcripts and other ways to make the show helpful to you (16:38): The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast has been nominated for an award! (17:34): The British Psychological Society Careers Festival (18:36): Reflecting on some of my favourite episodes (21:29): Looking ahead to the future (22:45): A massive closing Thank You to YOU! Links: 📚 Check out Streamyard here: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=marianne64 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #celebrating #awards #reflections #podcaster
Oct 30, 2023 · 43 min
Dating as a psychologist, Finnish Culture, Occupational Psychology with Dr Mari Kovanen - DCounPsych
For those of you who are applying to the EdPsy or DclinPsy, I wish you the very best in your applications. In the meantime, we have a new episode out focusing on relationships, dating and connecting with Finnish culture with Dr Mari Kovenan. Dr Mari Kovenan has wandered through different paths of psychology including occupational psychology, and specialises in Trauma, and has a podcast too! Join us as we discuss the importance of self-compassion, the parallels in dating, parenting and relationships, and why Dr Kovenan likes to be registered with both the HCPC and BPS. The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:37): Compassionate Q&A’s to support you this application season! (03:12): Welcoming Dr Mari Kovanen (04:58): What exactly is occupational psychology? (07:41): Being registered with both HCPC and BPS (10:32): Networking – why is it important? (12:27): Protecting yourself from trauma (15:40): The importance of looking after yourself (19:30): On being Finnish (21:28): Generational Trauma amongst Finnish people (25:40): Being a psychologist working with both trauma and relationship coaching (28:17): Self-love in relationships & parenting (30:25): Compassion in parenting (33:47): How to Love Successfully (37:53): Connect with Dr Kovanen (39:02): Summary & close Links: 📚 To connect with Mari on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/drmarikovanen & Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarikovanen/?hl=en 🎙️ To listen to Mari’s podcast “How to Love Successfully” on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFieALdDRYBDalwQJERg4TQ/about and her website: https://drmarikovanencoaching.com/podcast/ 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #diversity #dating #trauma #relationships #counsellingpsychologist #counsellingpsychology #dcounpsych
Oct 23, 2023 · 46 min
Community interventions, human connection and being a black male in Psychology with Jonathan Padi
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 98: Community interventions, human connection and being a black male in Psychology with Jonathan Padi Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. For those of you who are applying to the EdPsy or DclinPsy, I hope applications are going well. October marks Black History Month! In line with this, in this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, we welcome Jonathon Padi, an assistant psychologist working in the inner heart of London. Join us as we explore the need for human and local connections, what it is like working in a high intense setting as an assistant psychologist, and the gap in diversity in the psychology workforce. Jonathon also discusses different networks for ethnic minorities and a group he runs specifically for black males in psychology! Plus, Jonathon gives us a top tip to reduce burnout – helpful to all. Join us as we learn, grow and reflect on our personal experiences and our work. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary & Introduction (03:02): Introducing Jonathon Padi, Assistant Psychologist (04:30): Jonathon’s spark in Psychology (07:51): Jonathon’s current stepping stone in the world of Psychology (10:28): Why is it so hard to not call an ambulance? (11:51): The lack in human connection in our world today (14:52): The range of people that Jonathon works with (16:39): The permeance of trauma in intense settings (18:48): A gap in navigating emergency service systems (20:52): Possible cycles of continuation in high distress clients (22:36): Making connections outside of the workplace (25:47): The importance of diversity and culture in psychology (27:51): Creating a community for diverse backgrounds in psychology (30:16): Searching for different communities for ethnic minorities within Psychology (34:03): Holding clinics and their significance to inspire hope (37:07): Jonathon’s top tip in reducing burnout (39:35): Connect with Jonathon & his BMAP group (42:06): Summary & close Links: 💡 To connect with Jonathon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-padi/ To join Jonathon’s BMAP group: MBAP2023@gmail.com 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #diversity #ethnicminority #blackhistorymonth #blackmales
Oct 16, 2023 · 53 min
Being a Keynote Speaker in Galway - Psychology - DClinpsy - Career - Ireland Tourist - AirBnB
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a keynote speaker? Well! Wonder no more! Come with me behind the scenes as I go on tour to Galway. I was delivering a speech to the Irish Psychological Society. Have you ever visited Ireland? Tell me in the comments about your favourite experiences. This podcast episode is best enjoyed on YouTube to really soak up the sights and sounds! We are almost midway through application season – I hope these are going okay for you. This episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast is a little bit unconventional, interesting and exciting! Join me as we journey together from Birmingham to Galway as a Keynote Speaker! This is best watched on YouTube where you can properly explore Ireland with me and enjoy an unconventional Day in the Life of a Qualified Psychologist. I hope you find this episode inspiring and exciting! If you have not been to Ireland, I do encourage you to visit and I hope you feel that way too after watching the Vlog! Join us as we discover Ploughing Championships, Galway girl, the Irish Goodbye and learn about the History of Galway. I hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:59): Introduction & timeline (04:17): On my way to Galway! (05:23): Pushing boundaries at the airport (07:11): Reflecting on the freedom of flying solo (12:11): Hiring a car in Ireland – expect the unexpected (14:17): What are the Ploughing Championships? (16:08): Staying at the Airbnb – a beautiful experience (18:45): Get ready with me on the big day (21:14): At the event – a journey (23:40): Reflections in the rain (26:33): Exploring Galway (29:37): Ed Sheeran’s Galway girl (31:04): Galway's Legendary Walking Tour (33:10): Discovering Irish Culture and exploring more of Galway (35:01): Brown bread ice cream – absolutely scrumptious (38:03): A feature with Tommy the cat (38:48): Small secret bedtime stories (40:28): Safe home – A goodbye from Ireland (42:50): At Shannon Airport (43:14): Travelling back home (45:23): Some brief Thank You’s (48:08):Summary & close Links: 📚 To check out The AirBnB walking tour with Neil click here: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/experiences/525291 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing
Oct 9, 2023 · 49 min
Sikhism, Values, & Imposter Syndrome in Psychology with Dr Gurpreet Kaur
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 96: On being a Sikh, Imposter Syndrome, and therapeutic relationships with Dr Gurpreet Kaur Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. We are almost midway through application season – I hope this is going okay for you. In this episode of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, we welcome Dr Gurpreet Kaur, a Sikh clinical psychologist and an EMDR practitioner. Join us as we take a delve into discussions around imposter syndrome, reflect on spirituality and learn more about Sikhi. Gurpreet also talks about the importance of connection and therapeutic relationships and the experience of working with South Asian communities. Plus, Dr Kaur gives us a top tip to reduce burnout – helpful to all, and discusses resilience. Join us as we learn, grow and reflect on our personal experiences and our work. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:08): A reminder on support for DclinPsy application season (02:16): Introducing Dr Gurpreet Kaur (03:40): The importance in fact-checking psychology related content in the media (06:26): Gurpreet’s road to Clinical Psychology to EMDR (09:06): trauma in minority backgrounds (10:09): What exactly is Imposter Syndrome? (13:21): Sowing seeds of change in schooling and working life to support wellbeing (15:20): The power to change the view of people (17:43): Give yourself the permission to learn from yourself, others and everything (19:18): On being a Sikh and pursuing psychology – lessons and reflections (21:17): Why are cultural diversity and therapeutic relationships important? (23:55): The need for “Sangat” and spirituality in Sikh communities (26:28): Ultimately, spiritualty is unique to an individual (27:47): Generational mismatch, disconnection, and Veechar (30:29): Marianne’s little tip in making connection (32:56): Making sense of experiences & the hard transition to get therapy (35:19): building resilience – learning and growing (39:06): If you’re hitting a wall, take a step back, reassess and take a different step (41:40): Connect with your identity, your internal self and your values! (44:00): Connect with Dr Kaur (46:27): Support for application season and close Links: 👉To connect with Dr Gurpreet Kaur: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkaurtherapy/ https://www.instagram.com/drkaurtherapy/ https://www.tiktok.com/@drkaurtherapy?lang=en 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #Sikh #Spirituality #Diversity #sikhi #sikhism #faith #culture
Oct 2, 2023 · 53 min
Adult Autism Diagnosis, Long Term Health Conditions and Training as a Psychologist during the pandemic - with Dr Victoria Walker
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 95: The impact of autism, gastrointestinal conditions and what it taught me with Dr Victoria Walker Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. We are in the full swing of application season – time goes by quickly! In light of this, this episode welcomes Victoria Walker, a trainee clinical psychologist, where we talk about reducing burnout, especially useful when working, completing and writing your personal statement and playing all the other roles that one may have in life. In this episode, Victoria talks about her experience with a long-term condition as well as going through a diagnostic assessment for Autism Spectrum Condition as a trainee. Join us as we explore top tips to help us with our application and to better equip ourselves to be the qualified psychologists we aspire to be as we reflect on Dr Walker’s journey through training and beyond. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary & Introduction (01:05): Key reminders and dates for application season for DedPsy & DclinPsy (03:18): Welcoming Dr Victoria Walker (05:24): Cohort of lockdown & the challenges of placements (09:49): Reflecting on training as a person with long-standing health conditions in the world of Covid-19 (11:03): Could the future of training be online? (13:24): What is it like living with ulcerative colitis and completing training? (15:48): The journey of Victoria’s Autism Diagnosis as an adult in 3rd year training (19:40): Camouflaged masking in neurodivergent individuals – what is it & why is it important? (22:25): Coping with Camouflaging behind the mask (25:11): Victoria’s strong sense of justice on placements (27:14): The importance of organisation and planning in uncertain environments (28:57): “Is Clinical Psychology for me?” – the big question (31:22): The need for supportive teams to help us flourish and the impact of NHS cultures on us (36:11):What exactly is ulcerative colitis? (38:12): The link between gastrointestinal conditions and Autism (40:35): The struggle with ulcerative colitis, autism and day-to-day life (43:35): Dr Walker’s next steps (and dealing with imposter syndrome) (44:59): Connect with Dr Walker & her support groups! (46:33): The top tip for reducing burnout: staying in-tune with your values (49:10): Summary and close Links: 📲 To connect with Dr Victoria Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-victoria-walker-34461b80/ To Join the Pre-Qual division of Clinical Psychology with a disability/long standing health condition group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/694053721221900/?ref=share 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #disabilty #Autism #healthconditions #ulcerativecollitis #collitis #asd #adultautism #adultautismassessment #podcaster
Sep 25, 2023 · 1 hr 23 min
Should you go into private practice as a psychologist? with Thomas Gourley Trainee Clinical Psychologist - DClinpsy
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode 95: Should you go into private practice? with Thomas Gourley - Trainee Clinical Psychologist Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. One thing I find myself often doing is reflecting on my own journey in becoming a psychologist, the struggles, the wins, the changes we adapt to, the different roles we play post-qualification. In this episode, I take a turn in the hot seat with Thomas Gourley, and speak about my path, as I navigated my way from a final year trainee, qualified NHS psychologist to finally private practice. We discuss different types of working, misconceptions, pros and cons of what private and NHS practices offer, as well as balancing everything else outside as a psychologist. Join us as we explore my own journey from a 3rd year about-to-graduate trainee to where I am now in this slightly longer, but jam-packed episode. We hope you find it so useful. Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Links: 💼 To Check out my considering leaving employment masterclass: https://gtps.kartra.com/page/allin-registration 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #NHS #privatepractice #privatepsychology #privatepsychologist #thebusinessofpsychology
Sep 18, 2023 · 57 min
Changing Courses, Trauma, EMDR and non-executive roles in Psychology with Dr Rachel Lee
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: Trauma, EMDR and non-executive roles in Psychology with Dr Rachel Lee Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Sometimes you will start a degree and just get the sense that it’s not for you. So what can you do and how can you change courses? In today’s episode we explore this. We also chat about trauma and how EMDR can help to treat it. It can be hard to understand how leadership roles work in mental health so we go over this too. I am joined by Dr Rachel Lee, Clinical Psychologist and Associate Non-Executive director and we discuss all of this and more! We hope you find it so useful. I’d of course love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:10): Intro (02:00): Educational Psychology Timeline (03:32): Hi to Dr Rachel (04:08): Changing degrees (06:05): Is changing easy? (08:54): Feeling overwhelmed is a sign! (10:27): What will people say about a gap year? (11:18): Rachel’s journey to DClinPsy (12:50): No feedback on applications is hard (15:00): Contextual admissions (18:36): The beauty of loving your job (23:16): Clients getting better (24:39): Trauma and EMDR (27:19): What is EMDR anyway? (34:40): Being ‘bad enough’ for EMDR (38:47):What is an non-executive director role? (45:00): The flexibility of our career (46:26): Rachel’s tips for reducing burnout (48:55): Connecting with Dr Rachel and her recent research on photographs in therapy (52:34): Thanks to Rachel and Summary and Close Links: 🔗 Dr Rachel Lee's Website: https://www.northstarpsychology.co.uk/dr-rachel-lee Connect with Dr Rachel Lee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rachel-lee-0900b9211/ Follow Dr Rachel Lee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northstarpsychology/ 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #emdr #trauma #traumatherapy #executivedirector
Sep 11, 2023 · 15 min
Boundaries and seeking support in your psychology career - DClinpsy - Assistant Psychologist - PWP
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: On Becoming Boundaried & Seeking Support - Marianne's Summer Soundbites – 7 Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Welcome to the last of my Marianne’s Summer Sound Bites! This series is slightly shorter, but packed full of important, smaller topics, to help you stay on track over the busy summer period. I hope you find this helpful, no matter where you are in your journey in becoming an aspiring psychologist – whatever this may look like for you! Today’s episode focusses on another 2 vital steps when thinking about being an aspiring qualified psychologist. The importance of boundaries and how to navigate this as well as supervision, plus a lovely analogy to help you think about reducing burnout. Application season is now upon us! In today’s episode, I go over the dates of another series that has been super helpful for those thinking about doctorates and further qualifications, the compassionate Q&A sessions! There are also a few other helpful tools to make the most of your applications and all the resources I have to offer, so listen along! I hope you find it useful in your application as you journey your way through the steps in becoming an aspiring psychologist. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Introduction (00:55): Where to find all the tools to help you with the doctorate programme (02:01): When are the compassionate Q&As (03:16): What is Flexitime working and what’s great about it? (04:07): The balancing act of being enthusiastic and sticking to finish times (05:59): Reflecting on glass and rubber balls (08:06): Seeking supervision when it suits you (09:52): Why is not taking work home so important? (11:51): Tools to support supervision & close Links: 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #supervision #boundaries #applicationseason
Sep 4, 2023 · 13 min
Caseloads and Stress Management - Psychology Career - Psychologist
Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Welcome to my new short series – Marianne’s Summer Sound Bites! This series is slightly shorter, but packed full of important, smaller topics, to help you stay on track over the busy summer period. I hope you find this helpful, no matter where you are in your journey in becoming an aspiring psychologist – whatever this may look like for you! Today’s short episode focusses on another 2 key steps when thinking about being an aspiring qualified psychologist: caseloads and stress management. As application season draws near, we touch on helpful tools to make the most of your applications and all the resources I have to offer. I hope you find it useful in your application as you journey your way through the steps in becoming an aspiring psychologist. I hope you find this helpful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Introduction (00:58): Tools to help as we approach application season (02:06): When juggling a lot of life… (02:58): How my 10 minutes of yoga helped bring calm and stillness (04:22): Consistency comes in small chunks (06:29): Carving out space for you (07:20): Caseloads and job plans (08:19): How do you define balancing caseloads? (09:16): Thinking about work as a fluid process (10:07): Summary and close Links: 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing #qualifiedpsychologist #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #caseload #compassionateQ&A #applicationseason #caseloadmanagement
Aug 28, 2023 · 52 min
How to start a psychology career in your 30's & beyond - DClinPsy - mature student, grief, turning 40
One thing I love about being a psychologist is learning from people and learning about myself on our individual paths to becoming a psychologist. In this episode, we speak with Thomas Gourley, a 42-year-old incoming trainee clinical psychologist, who guides us through the waves, currents and riptides of life and explains how he ended up falling in love with the idea of becoming a clinical psychologist and then gave himself permission to pursue it. We speak about navigating key moments in life, and sometimes grieving them too, which shapes us in our journey to becoming a psychologist. Join us as we explore how both supervision and life shape us and help us grow. We hope you find it so useful. I’d love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins! The Highlights: (00:00): Summary (01:11): Introduction (02:38): Warm welcome to Thomas (03:39): the colour of forties (06:08): Thomas’ incredible nonconventional journey (08:38): The epiphany second term (09:33): A brief touch of grief (10:48): changing directions of our sail (12:50): Life-changing accountability (14:04): Looking ahead to the next 40 years (15:23): Incredible growth and new beginnings (17:19): colourful leadership test (19:36): Being “green” on a good day (20:34): Values in the “bland”? (23:09): plateaus, bumps and troughs (24:02): exploring different models through therapy (28:50): the doctorate is not the end goal (30:56): growth, developing and rewiring our brains (34:12): burnt orange and allotments (36:14): on being a chronic ruminator (38:38): shaping us through supervision (42:04): there is no need to rush (45:23): the more revs you use, the more petrol you burn. (46:45): Thanks to Thomas (47:33): summary, Q&A dates and close Links: 📱 To connect with Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-g-a876601b4/ 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #wellbeing #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #dclin #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #podcasting #psychologycourse #pwp #clearinghouse #psychologytools #dclinpsytips #journeys #grief #maturestudent #thomasgourley