How Did We Get Here?

In this episode, we meet Julie. Julie finds her ten-year-old daughter incredibly challenging. She’s concerned what she will be like as a teenager.  If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and P...

In this episode, we meet Sally. Sally can’t hold down a relationship for longer than 18 months and feels her relationship with her father is the cause.  If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling...

In this episode, we meet Jodie. Jodie feels guilt after having an extra-marital affair.  If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should...

In this second series of How Did We Get Here?, Claudia and Tanya reunite to identify struggles faced by people and their family members.  In this episode we meet Simran. Simran's mother tragically took her own life eight years ago and Simran is still looking for answers. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support...

In this second series of How Did We Get Here?, Claudia and Tanya reunite to identify struggles faced by people and their family members. Each episode is a real story told in a one-time, unscripted session. In this series, topics include ASD, parental suicide, extra-martial affairs, parenting challenging children, the legacy of childhood abuse and holding down a romantic relationship. Claudia liste...

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Danielle’s husband passed away 4 years ago from cancer. She is increasingly anxious about parenting her teenage children on her own whilst suffering with grief. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Coun...

Naomi has been diagnosed with Crohns disease and endometriosis and feels stuck. Naomi wants to explore her options in how to accept her situation. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC registered. Other helpful organisations: - MIND - www.mind.co.uk Crohn's &...

Emma has ongoing issues with her brother who she says has strong animosity towards her. Emma wants to come to a place of peace with the situation. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC registered. Other helpful organisations: - MIND - www.mind.co.uk NSPCC - w...

Karen wants to ensure she will bring up well-adjusted twin daughters with their father not around. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - th...

Natasha has a severely disabled daughter with an undiagnosed condition and discovers she has PTSD. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - th...

Lidia wants to resolve separation anxiety with her daughter, who has ADHD. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC regist...

Shahlaa is struggling with the demands of work and family. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC registered. Other help...

Max and Anna's eldest daughter will only do activities with their mummy. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.org.uk - they should be HCPC register...

Joanna who, after discovering that her husband wanted to transition, has achieved a happy marriage. She now wants to fulfil all aspects of their relationship. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counse...

Donia found that her two young daughters would not sleep in their beds after she was diagnosed with cancer. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or bps.or...

Lara was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder 8 years ago. She wants to know whether she has passed this on to her son. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode please see below for information about further support and advice. To find help via talking therapies you can either go to your GP or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) bacp.co.uk or...

In this beautiful season opener, Claudia meets Jack, before introducing him to Professor Tanya Byron who, in a one on one session, digs deep into his story, with fascinating and emotional revelations. Jack who has overcome anxiety and PTSD, but has found his biggest challenge to date, is the estrangement from his father. If you have been affected by any of the issues discussed in this episode plea...

Introducing How Did We Get Here? with Claudia Winkleman and Dr Tanya Byron. With topics ranging from parental estrangement, gender identity, domestic violence, trauma, inheriting mental health issues, family dynamics after cancer and raising a severely disabled daughter, How Did We Get Here? is a passionate, insightful and moving experience, with clear outcomes to each episode. This is a Somethin'...