Compassion in a T-Shirt

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt , I’m joined by Dr. Scott D. Miller, a renowned psychologist and co-founder of the International Center for Clinical Excellence. As the developer of Feedback-Informed Treatment (FIT), Scott has revolutionised the way therapists tailor their practice through data and client feedback. But how does compassion fit into this evidence-based approach? We explore...

[This episode with Beatrice Baldi is from a recent YouTube episode aired on 10 May 2024. It is released here as a podcast to compliment the episode with Monique Mithelson released last Friday (6 September 2024).] We have been hotly anticipating the publication of a compassion focused therapy (CFT) manual, and it is finally (nearly!) here. In this episode, clinical psychologist and PhD scholar Beat...

Join me as I welcome Monique Mitchelson, an Australian clinical psychologist and neurodiversity advocate, to Compassion in a T-Shirt! In this enriching conversation, we delve into the complexities of neurodiversity, the importance of affirming neurodiverse identities, and the impact societal structures have on neurodivergent individuals. Monique shares insights from her work, her personal journey,...

[This episode with Dr Diana Hill is from a recent YouTube video aired on 26 July 2024 . It is released here as a podcast to compliment the episode with Dr Steven C. Hayes released last Friday (30 August 2024).] Welcome to Compassion in a T-Shirt! In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist and expert in acceptance-based and science-backed approaches...

Join me as I delve into the science and practice of compassion with pioneering psychologist Dr. Steven C. Hayes. Discover Dr. Hayes' groundbreaking work in contextual behavioural science, including functional contextualism, relational frame theory (RFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Learn about the importance of psychological flexibility for living a meaningful life, the interplay...

[This episode with Tony Fernando (28 August 2024) from the YouTube vault is released to compliment the episode with Stephen Trzeciak released last Sunday (25 August 2024). Tony's original YouTube episodes (released in two parts, 18 and 25 July 2021) can be found here: Part 1 and Part 2 .] "As long as the sky exists, as long as there are sentient beings, may I remain to help and relieve them of the...

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, Dr. Steven Trzeciak discusses the concept of a 'compassion crisis' characterised by declining empathy and kindness. Drawing from various studies, primarily from the U.S., Dr. Trzeciak emphasises the importance of evidence-based compassion in healthcare and everyday life. He highlights how small compassionate actions, even as brief as 40 seconds, can sign...

[This episode with Shannon Swales from the YouTube vault is released to compliment the episode with Shane Sinclair released last Friday (16 August 2024). The original YouTube episode with Shan Swales can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/GjQ78IbbLOI ] Shannon Swales is Clinical Psychologist/Telehealth Psychologist in Brisbane, Australia. Her business is called Burnout Psychology Support. Following...

Welcome back to Compassion in a T-Shirt! In this episode, I have the honour of speaking with Professor Shane Sinclair, an internationally recognised and award-winning researcher in the field of compassion in healthcare. Shane is a Professor in the Faculty of Nursing and an Adjunct Professor in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. His journey into compassion research is deep...

[This episode with Terri Moyers is released to compliment the episode with Stephen Rollnick released last Friday (9 August 2024). The original YouTube episode can be found here: https://youtu.be/KRkilr1n3ek ] Theresa B. Moyers, PhD, is Professor of Psychology at the University of New Mexico, where she conducts research on treatments for addictive behaviors, with a focus on motivational interviewin...

It is an absolute honour and privilege to speak with Professor Stephen Rollnick. Steve is a clinical psychologist and Honorary Distinguished Professor in the School of Medicine at Cardiff University. Alongside Professor Bill Miller, he co-founded motivational interviewing (MI). Stephen's career has been remarkable, spanning clinical service, training people, and researching how to have helpful con...

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I welcome Associate Professor James Kirby, a leading figure in compassion research. James Kirby combines his extensive experience as a clinical psychologist and researcher to offer unique insights into the science and art of compassion.  Drawing from his extensive research, as well as his recent book, Choose Compassion, James discusses a plethora of...

Dr Nicola Petrocchi, psychologist and psychotherapist trained at APC-SPC, holds a doctorate in Psychology and Social Neurosciences at La Sapienza University and a visiting scholarship at Boston University where he carried out an experimental study on Loving Kindness Meditation with depressed patients under the supervision of Professor Stefan Hofman.  After more than 8 years of collaboration a...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Professor Paul Gilbert OBE, the pioneering mind behind Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). In this episode, Professor Gilbert delves deep into the heart of CFT, discussing the integration of psychological and psychophysiological sciences, neuroscience, and wisdom traditions, all through an evolutionary lens.  Highlights from this episode include:&nbsp...

Welcome to Compassion in a T-Shirt, a podcast exploring the science and practice of compassion. Offers clear and practical advice on how to cultivate compassion and self-compassion from experts in the field. Life can be difficult, and this podcast is designed to help.