TherapyTalks

In this episode, kindly hosted by Thomas Conway, as Chris was working and not available, we follow Steve through 2 days of intense swimming, chatting before during and after these very long swims. He has a successful 7 hour swim and then the following day doesn't go to plan but they talk through the successes and important lessons of when it doesn't work out.  Steve shares valuable insig...

Steve and Chris will spend the next few episodes chatting about Steve's final preparation for the channel swim,  his mental and physical challenges as he counts down the days to swimming the English Channel.  Today they chat about some of the mental battles he has to deal with and also having to deal with the 'waiting'.  He talks about his recent 6 hour swim along the promenade in d...

Josh chats with Chris about his journey from when he attempted suicide in 2016 and starting to cycle as his therapy and the journey that this led him on. He has since  cycled around  the world and survived a near death cycling accident. He  has  become a world record holder and then a Guinness world record holder for the longest distance cycled in 7 days.  He is now training to be a professional r...

Actor Simone Kirby talks to Chris about her experiences an actor and the impact her work has on her. She talks honestly about the psychological benefits and the challenges to playing different roles. This an engaging and humorous chat were two old friends catch up and talk about the importance of passion for your work and connection.  She shares with Chris her experiences as an actor in theatre, ...

Dr Roisin Joyce talks with Chris about the value of compassion in the therapeutic process.   They explore Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and the importance of compassion for all of us in our lives.  She also talks with Chris about ways of helping support people to bring more compassion and kindness to their experiences and the value this can have.  She talks about how she integrates other models...

Chris talks with psychotherapist Elaine King about the recent heart-breaking loss of his father and the daily task of grieving and trying to make sense of a world without his Dad. They talk about what can provide support and aid in the unfolding nature of the grieving process. They share ideas and insights that have emerged through lived experience of loss. 

Steve Tummon talks to Chris about his preparations for swimming the English Channel in July 2022.  He shares his insights that he has learned through his training regime and how valuable it is to stay in the present moment.  They chat about all things swimming and much much more.  Steve brings a passion to his lived experience and there is much to inspire and nuggets of wisdom that he shares with...

Dr Malie Coyne talks to Chris about the value of compassion and the work of meeting others in a very real and authentic way. They talk about her book and the experience of her work with children and also the experiences of working on TV.  They have a very real and honest conversation about the value of connection.  She talks about separating her different roles and the seriousness of her clinical...

Eoghan aka  Fia Rua talks with Chris about so much in the podcast. They talk about his new album and the music the connects very deeply to the times we are in and the journey he has been on.  They reminisce about times gone by and explore and discuss Eoghan's journey in terms of opening up to different creative pursuits. He shares with Chris the profound impact the birth of his daughter has h...

Nikki Fallon shares with Chris her experiences of Post Natal Depression and Psychosis. She talks about her experiences of hospitalisation due to her illness and the courageous journey of recovery she went on. She talks honestly and openly about mental illness and about the importance of speaking  truthfully about her experiences in the hope of helping others by sharing her story.  She shares her p...

Ian Tyndall, academic and researcher talks with Chris about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  They have a conversation  about the power of Acceptance and look at key aspects of the theory that can impact all of us. For therapists and non therapists alike, these ideas have real value.  A very interesting chat about the challenges of being human the power of acceptance. 

Chris gets to talk to the brilliant Peter Daly about his life as a professional actor and accountant. He talks about his journey to where he is now and the challenge of juggling these different worlds. He speaks very honestly about the different challenges he has experienced, the ups and downs of life and so much more. There is humour and lots of reminiscing of days gone by. 

This week, host Chris is interviewed about being a therapist by his friend Tom Conway.  They talk about his journey to becoming a therapist and different influences and ideas that have impacted him. They also discuss Chris's love of swimming and his recent interest in cold water emersion.   They have an interesting conversation about all things related to therapy.

Alan talks to Chris about his amazing journey from Emmy award winning screenwriter to being a poet and philosopher and the healing walking he experiences in the wonders of nature in the Burren in County Clare.  He shares fascinating insights about the healing connection in natures space. And we are lucky enough to have him read some of his poetry. Anyone interested in being part of a storytelling...

Cameron joins Chris and shares their Journey from childhood in rural Sligo to being the first openly trans vice president of the students union in NUI Galway.  Cameron shares a story of courage and inspiration and also discusses their love of science and talks about their PhD in the area of Parkinson's related dementia.  

Season 2 return on the first day of 2021.  Lots of interesting interviews in store.  And lots of hope as well!!

Emilia talks with Chris about her life growing up in Massachusetts and her journey from a conservative, evangelical tradition to discovering Celtic spirituality, her travels in Ireland and training  to be a counselling psychologist. She shares with such honesty and insight about the connection to her deeper self and the journey she has been on in discovering who she is and where she is going. 

Chris talks to Noortje Vandommele about her life journey, her experiences of her Mum's mental health issues and the impact this had on her growing up and how she manages her anxiety today. She talks with much insight and awareness of being an outsider and feeling this way for much of her life. She shares her love of swimming and its vital role in plays in her life today as well as art and pai...

Chris talks with Sebastian and Steve Taylor about their wonderful business, Café Temple. They talk about their approach to their business, about ethical practise and the social enterprise model. They share their vision and passion for what they do. They highlight how their approach to work is very much about creating a welcoming space where both staff and customers are met with warmth and respect...

British Mountaineer, Andy Kirkpatrick talks to Chris about the realities of climbing mountains and the inner journey that comes with this. He shares his experiences of being stuck on the side of a mountain with his wife for 2 weeks and the journey he has been on from his earliest years climbing mountains.  He talks about writing books and the passion he has for this. He shares his views on lots of...

Classical Double Bassist and singer, Caimin Gilmore talks to Chris about his musical experiences, his journey into music and how music is not only his job, but is also the vehicle of expression of his deepest self. He provides a fascinating and insightful account of the power of music and how aligned it is it is to the therapy process. 

Chris talks to Dr Jonanthan Egan about fearing our emotions, the Therapy model Affect phobia and how we can return to the world of living from defensive holding and avoidance of feeling.  He brings a wealth of invaluable experience to the conversation and looks at the challenges of burnout for therapists and how we can move beyond this. A fascinating and insightful conversation.

Dave Coyne joins Chris in this weeks episode of Therapy Talks to talk about his mental health journey over the last 20 years. He talks of being diagnosed with Bipolar disorder and the importance of his self care in relation to his mental health and what he is learned on this journey. He provides valuable insights and focuses on key areas that have been very important for him in maintaining his men...

Casey Donaghey joins Chris on this weeks episode of TherapyTalks. She talks about her experiences doing a psychotherapy training, the challenges of having a disability and what gives her focus and her own therapeutic ideas and what helps her move forward in her life. A very honest conversation about finding a home in herself and the journey she has been on to date. As always thanks to TekHazy (Spo...

The wonderful Cormac Begley talks to Chris, from his hideaway in West Kerry, about the importance of music to him, and how the concertina is his therapy and his passion. He talks about Psychology and we get to hear him play some amazing tunes as well.