What’s Your Therapy?

In today's episode I am talking to psychotherapist and counsellor Kirsty Stacey. We will be focussing on the lack of emotional connection in childhood and the profound effects this can have on relationships in later life.   We discuss: How attachment issues show up in individuals  Ways to support people to feel safe in their bodies  People pleasing and perfectionism How to be as real as you c...

In this episode I am speaking to one of my oldest friends Laura Tackley. Laura was diagnosed in August 2021 whilst on holiday in Cornwall. She charts her experience of living with cancer via her Instagram account @kicking_cancer_in_the_bowel. Wed discuss: the difference between incurable and terminal cancer where does her inner strength come from the reality of living with cancer supporting others...

In this week's episode I speak to Creating Kinder Kids founder Katriona Perrett. Katriona works with young children to teach them mindfulness and kindness skills. We discuss how children can learn techniques that will resource them as they grow older, how kids learn to be unkind and the importance of self regulation.  Katriona shares her journey through performing arts to develop these wonder...

In this week's episode I am so thrilled to interview my nephew Jamie. He is the founder of dating brand FITFCK and is a mental health advocate for both men and young people We discuss:  the stigma around men, mental health and opening up how he wants to change this stigma the ethos behind the dating brand the importance of community the different ways anxiety can show up for people. I am so p...

In this week's episode I talk to Samantha Kendal Bye, an International Mountain Leader and Outdoor Wellness Coach. Samantha shares with us where her love of mountaineering come from, the importance of spaces for women to get to know themselves and be around others linking back to the 'Red Tent' and how to approach building a metaphorical toolbox to keep ourselves safe. She shares wi...

In this week's episode I speak to Lucy Parley about her journey with ADHD for both  herself and her 8 year old.  We discuss: ADHD diagnosis the difference between male and female ADHD presentation motherhood and ADHD how fear and shame show up people pleasing how you can move through the journey in your own way I am sure that if you are a parent with ADHD you will resonate with many things th...

In this week's episode I speak to Lori Lunden where we explore addiction. the nuance of working with someone during addiction the different addictions that see people cope with their pain what is active addiction? the link between trauma and addiction the impact of lockdowns on addiction the importance of awareness of self when working within therapy why self care as a therapist is important...

In this week's episode I talk to Lisa Shabbas as we delve into her work around shadow work. We will discuss: the importance of working with shadows the discipline need and committing to showing up and doing the work Lisa's experiences that led her to life in the military the brain, heart and gut connection the wounds we find within us how to integrate the work we do You can find Lisa her...

In this first episode of season 3 I am delighted to speak to Ben Pulsford, better know as London-based drag queen, Beary Poppins. Hear us discuss: Ben's journey to becoming a drag artist drag artistry, therapy and mental health why we put on armour the point where drag, identity and healing meet how Ben lives with bi-polar the importance of therapy I hope this week's episode inspires you...

Welcome to Season 3 of What's Your Therapy. The season officially launches on 29th November and I am looking forward to introducing you to my guests to explore a variety of therapies. 

In this week's episode I am talking to Dr Rachel Gow who specialises in ADHD, nutrition and psychology. Rachel is doing powerful work in the world of neurodiversity in raising awareness and changing lives. She shares with us her journey from being a parent with a child with ADHD to being a leading expert in the field of ADHD. In this episode we discuss: - what is ADHD - the gaps in the system...

In this week's episode I am thrilled to introduce you to Kate Stillman from Ibiza Counselling. Kate specialises in equine therapy and I can't wait for you to be introduced to this special form of therapy. We discuss: what actually is equine therapy how you meet the herd working with boundaries how Kate transitioned from talk therapy to equine therapy the benefits of this beautiful therap...

In this week's episode I am joined by Meghan Field.  Meghan is a qoya teacher, social justice activist and runs retreats in her beautiful space in Cornwall. Meghan's thoughtful and powerful approach to her therapies will give us all a lot to think about. We discuss: - how Meghan weaves social justice into her work - journeying to find wellness practices that work - sacred retreats in Cor...

In today's episode I talk to Aman Bhandal, creator of the Little Earth Centre in Wolverhampton. Aman is so giving in his approach to health and wellness and I am so honoured to be able to introduce him to you. We discuss:  biohacking cold water therapy and Wim Hoff trauma recovery the learnings Aman has gained to be present as a man in the wellness industry and to be seen  safety in being ful...

This week's episode is an important one both personally and professionally. I speak to Ebonie Allard who brings to life her beautiful coaching modality and we also talk about all things neurodivergence.  We discuss:  what is mBit as a coaching modality the power of dropping out of the head only space and into the body why congruence is so important  the art of playfulness to work with resista...

In this week's episode I speak to Chartered Clinical Psychologist Dr Michelle Conn. We discuss the difference between a clinical psychologist and psychiatrist and what a therapist brings to their clients at a human level. We also consider the impact of any kind of label whether positive or negative and how tailoring therapy to the individual is deeply important. Dr Michelle also talks to us a...

In this week's episode I talk to podcast host Paul Richens about his journey to recovery and the role music has played in this.  We discuss: the power of music to change your mood and to feel emotion the evolution of listening to music music as a recovery companion addiction finding friendship with ego in depression the impact of alcoholism trust and loneliness This is powerful episode that w...

In this week's episode I talk to Jo Culver, a Family and Systemic Psychotherapist. With experience in both CAMHS and private practice Jo talks to us about a range of issues that can impact a family and how she works with the family unit. We discuss: what actually is family therapy? the impact of the pandemic on adolescents and young people how people can communicate differently within familie...

In today's episode I talk to Emily Verardi who is a wellbeing coach who works with women using a holistic system for sustainable change. Emily talks to us about some of the major themes impacting women's health and wellbeing. We discuss: body image restraint versus restriction when it come to approaching weight loss how isolating dieting can feel the importance of community the all or no...

In today's episode I speak to fellow psychotherapist Chris Faulkner who works with Gestalt and transactional analysis and has a background in grief and loss. Chris introduces us to how the modalities he utilises in his therapeutic practice  impact each client. We discuss the power of metaphor in therapy and how he introduces this to clients and also what happens when there is a  rupture in th...

In this week's episode I am talking to my friend Natasha Crompton, owner of Intrinsic Therapies. Natasha is a therapist who works with crystals, energy and reiki amongst other modalities to support her clients. We go on a journey in this episode from early childhood when Natasha discovered she could see other people's energy and angels through to her experience as an army kid, right thro...

In this week's episode I talk to sex therapist Becky Price about what her work entails and how people have a view about 'doing sex the right way'. Becky asks us to consider who makes the rules around sex and how to create your own experience that meets your needs. We discuss connection, intimacy and pleasure and what the common things we are looking for from sex with someone else an...

Welcome to Season 2 of 'What's Your Therapy?'. I can't wait to share with you my guests for this season. 

In today's episode I talk to Bridgit Walford all about the counselling space she established called the Eaves. We hear the reason Bridgit set it up and the ethos of  a group of professionals coming together and helping one another. We discuss how they support clients to find the right therapy for them and also how the counselling sector has changed over the years and the demand increased. I h...

In this week's episode I am talking to actress and yoga teacher Jade Coles. We discuss everything from yoga and running to stand up comedy. Hear how Jade took comedy classes in New York and how she feels about laughter and the energy that comes from an audience. We also talk about Vinyasa yoga and the link between breath and movement, the differences between teaching in person and online and...