Kooth Podcast

Do you ever feel like there’s something you need to let go of? Maybe it’s a particular thought, worry, or frustration. If you feel you need a quick sense of release, you can help train your body to relax with this short tense and release exercise.

Are there certain colours you find calming? Colours are often tied to our feelings and emotions. In this podcast, counsellor, Gemma, takes you through a relaxation meditation based on the colours of the rainbow.

Have you ever felt a sense of dread, restlessness, or a pit in your stomach? These aren’t pleasant feelings, but there are things we can do about them. Psychologist, Dr Kerry, helps us understand what exactly anxiety is, why we might feel anxious, when anxiety is helpful vs. harmful, as well as easy techniques to use when we’re feeling overwhelmed.

In the final instalment of our goals series, we spoke to Ben, a member of the Kooth youth leadership team, and Sofia, one of the Kooth counsellors, and asked them some questions about achieving your goals.  Please note - in the episode, you'll hear us say we're talking to the youth leadership team. Unfortunately, due to scheduling issues, this wasn't possible, so we've had to mix it up a bit...

Setting goals can be tricky, so today, Gemma is talking us through how to make our own positive affirmations, for when we're finding it tough.

We asked some members of the Kooth team how they feel about setting goals. Tune in to find out what they had to say!

Welcome to the latest episode in our goal-setting podcast series. Listen in as Kooth counsellor Neil gives his advice on goal-setting and provides plenty of tips on all of its aspects. Head over to Kooth.com for free, anonymous, online help.

Welcome to our new podcast series! We are looking at goal-setting and what you can do to make and achieve goals for yourself. Keep an eye on this channel for more episodes related to the topic. For more information on our service and to chat to one of our counsellors, visit Kooth.com.

For the fourth and final episode in our Mindful Moments series, we're doing a protective bubble activity, so why not sit back, relax, and enjoy another mini moment of calm.

The third episode of our mindful moments series is finally here! Join us for another mini moment of calm.

Join us for the second instalment of our Mindful Moments series, as Gemma talks you through how to do square breathing so you can enjoy a mini moment of calm. 

Listen to our new series, all about bringing you mini moments of mindfulness that you can do wherever you are and whenever you need.

Join Beth and Dan in our first ever creative writing workshop, lead by our very own expert, Dr. Katja Anja. Work alongside us, or just listen if you want, as we explore how to use imagery in our writing!

Join Beth, Ben, and Dan for the second instalment of Overthinkers Anonymous. They discuss moments in their lives which they have overthought, as well as what they found helped. From clothes and courses to GCSEs and how we reacted, have a listen in for more.

We asked some students to share their thoughts on their own back to school worries. Listen to their advice!

How can anxiety affect your learning? Is it normal to feel anxious about school? And how can my sleep also be impacted? Join us as we answer your questions about anxiety.

How can getting your school bag, stationery, and all your clothes ready for your first morning help you mentally? We've got you covered!

How do I find my way round my new school? What if I don't like my new teacher? How do I handle the pressure of good grades? We tackle your biggest worries around changes in the new school year.

Welcome to our Fresh Start for School podcast series! We’re kicking off our 5-day podcast series with The Friendship Episode. You might be thinking: What if I'm not in my friends' class? How can I reconnect with my old friends, or make new ones? What can I do if I feel left out of my group? Well, we’re going to be trying to answer some of your biggest friendship worries. Listen in as Dan chats to...

Get in the back to school mindset and take a 15-minute break from your worries in Kooth's relaxing guided meditation.

Comics are cooler than ever these days - and the cinemas are jam-packed with superhero movies. This week, we spoke to Anne, a former comic writer and editor who has worked on Marvel and DC comic books. She spoke to us about disabled representation, her own struggles, and how to create your very own character.

Join Beth, Gemma, and Dan, as they talk about ways in which you can manage your feelings when things start feeling scary. Whether it's something in the news or something closer to home, this podcast is full of tips and advice from the Kooth team..

Listen in as we to talk to Seth from Show Racism The Red Card about his work with the charity, experiences with racism, and hopes for the future.

Welcome back to another Kooth Creative Writing Podcast!  In our latest episode we're going to be chatting all about poems.  They can often get a bad rap - and does anyone know how to start them? - so we'll be chatting to our resident writing experts on the Kooth team: Dr Katja Anja, Izzy, and Beth. From their history to tips on creating your own, listen in to find out more...

Pan-disability football leagues are available up and down the country, providing a fun sporting outlet for those who might feel left out from sports. We spoke to the chair of a disability football league to give us more information about how it all works.