This Trusted Place with John-Paul Davies: Mental Health, Therapy & Becoming a Therapist

Send us Fan Mail In today's podcast, join me as I chat with James Hawes, an experienced therapist and author of 'The Secret Lives of Men', to discuss the topics of men and anger, as well as empathy and intimacy and the effects all of these have on men's lives and relationships.   Anger is a complex emotion that can have a significant impact on men's psychological and physi...

Send us Fan Mail 1. Introduction to Nelly Khanum and her work with therapeutic art at the Fire Pit studio in London.  2. Nelly's personal journey into therapeutic art, finding creativity as a form of escapism and self-expression. 3. Description of the structure and format of Nelly's art therapy workshops, including:  - Challenging participants with activities like blindfolding, using two...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, we explore the  importance of ethical considerations and obligations that are involved in being a therapist in private practice, which are so important as we navigate our professional journeys.  We discuss a wide range of topics such as the key role of supervision, which provides therapists with guidance and support, insurance, necessary for protecting both t...

Send us Fan Mail How Music Therapy Can Change Your Life ft Bob Heath 🎵 The Power of Music Therapy: Benefits for Wellbeing and Psychotherapy 🎶 In today's video, I was really pleased to have music therapist Bob Heath as my guest. We discuss the incredible benefits of music, both psychologically and in terms of wellbeing. We also delve into the use of music in psychotherapy and explore what a...

Send us Fan Mail This is a really interesting conversation I had with psychodynamic therapist and therapeutic coach Michael Toller, including:  - why Michael decided to train as a therapist following his career organising events and Club nights - the pros and cons of training to be a therapist - how Michael chose his modality of psychodynamic therapy - how he set up his private practice, with coac...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm excited to share what's on the horizon for the channel! Join me as I also mention three fascinating books: 'Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence', 'The Art of Empathy', and 'The Expectation Effect'.  I'll uncover some intriguing insights from each, exploring the pitfalls of lying and the power o...

Send us Fan Mail Exploring Red Flags and Narcissism: A conversation with Darren Magee In this conversation, I sit down with experienced therapist Darren Magee for a deep dive into red flags or warning signs in relationships, particularly focussing on what they might be and how to recognise them and why we might ignore them. Darren has extensive experience of working with narcissism with both indiv...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, I have a conversation with Richard Rogers, who has had a fascinating career trajectory. Richard began his journey training as a therapist with me, but soon discovered his passion for garden design, leading him to shift careers. He shares his experiences and the thought process behind moving from therapy to garden design, as well as winning a medal for his mindfuln...

Send us Fan Mail In this edited podcast from my appearance on the Mentality Podcast with Lau Ciocan, we have an in-depth conversation about the complex subject of loneliness. Throughout the discussion, we explore what loneliness truly is, how it affects men specifically, and the importance of having a healthy relationship with oneself. We also delve into the significance of solitude, the stigma su...

Send us Fan Mail In this third and final part of my series on red flags in relationships, we focus on how to effectively navigate and address red flags when they appear. It's crucial to recognize when something isn't right and to avoid falling into the trap of ignoring or denying these warning signs. In this podcast, I explore practical strategies to confront red flags head-on, ensuring...

Send us Fan Mail In this second podcast of my three-part series on red flags in relationships, I explore why red flags may not be immediately visible, especially when we view our partners through "rose-coloured glasses." Sometimes, we overlook or rationalize behaviours that are actually warning signs, mistaking them for normal aspects of a relationship. This podcast dives into how ideali...

Send us Fan Mail In this first podcast of my three-part series on red flags in relationships, I outline 10 potential warning signs that may signal trouble ahead. Recognising red flags early can help you avoid unhealthy relationship patterns and protect your emotional well-being. These red flags range from issues around trust and communication to controlling behaviours and emotional manipulation. B...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest instalment of my conversation series, I sit down with experienced therapist Susan McGrath to discuss her unique approach to therapy, particularly focusing on the transpersonal and spiritual aspects of mental health. Susan has extensive experience working with addictions and dependencies, including her use of the 12 Step Programme. We talk about her perspectives on t...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, I’m replying to a question from one of my YouTube channel's subscribers: “How do I actually find clients and grow a private therapy practice?” This is something I get asked all the time, so I wanted to share my personal journey, including some of the lessons I’ve learned, and the steps I took to build my private practice from the ground up. This is a continua...

Send us Fan Mail I often get asked, “How much can you really make as a therapist in the UK?” So today, I’m giving you a real-world example by breaking down how a therapist could earn £100,000 a year. I’ll walk you through the maths, from the number of clients you need to see each week, to pricing strategies, work weeks, and of course, those yearly expenses that all therapists have to account for....

Send us Fan Mail ***NOTE: I’d love to be able to have more stories, experiences and journeys about bisexuality on this channel, whether that’s in-person guests like this one, or reading out someone’s story. If you feel you’d like to do either of these, do just either message me in the comments below, or email me on jpdttp@gmail.com to have a chat about it Thanks! John-Paul*** In this podcast, I re...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation we cover lots of issues relating to narcissism, including: - what narcissism is, - the effects of being narcissistic, - what to do if you’re in relationship with a narcissist, and - some ideas if you have narcissistic traits turned up high yourself If you find this podcast helpful, please feel free to share it, don't forget to follow the channel to show y...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever asked yourself, “Should I become a therapist?” In this podcast, I share my personal thoughts on what it really means to become a therapist—beyond the qualifications and training. I explore the concept of "becoming" and how it applies to this career in a deeper sense, from the challenges to the incredibly rewarding moments. If you find this podcast helpful,...

Send us Fan Mail Previous video available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGhCIkL2t6s Making the leap to become a therapist can feel daunting, especially when you're navigating the uncertainty that comes with a career change. In this follow-up podcast, I’m sharing 5 key pieces of advice I wish I’d known before becoming a therapist/psychotherapist/counsellor. From mindset shifts to practic...

Send us Fan Mail Really pleased to have had this fascinating conversation with Annalisa. She writes the dilemma column ‘Ask Annalisa’ in the Guardian, one of the UK’s national newspapers and also now hosts a very successful podcast ‘Conversations with Annalisa Barbieri’, in which she speaks with therapists and psychiatrists about a whole range of psychological issues. Amongst many interesting subj...

Send us Fan Mail After previously sharing 5 things I wish I’d known before becoming a therapist, I realized there are a few more insights that would have been so helpful at the start of my journey! In this follow-up podcast, I’m talking about working with clients who have different world views, including religion and spirituality, and the role of therapist responsibilities, like how ‘deliberate pr...

Send us Fan Mail I speak to Richard who's in the process of training to be a counsellor/therapist. In this engaging conversation, Richard opens up about his journey and shares valuable insights from his experiences. Richard talks about various topics including:   - the pivotal moment he thought he might want to change his career path and retrain as a therapist, exploring the thoughts and feel...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about leaving your current career for something new? It’s never easy to let go of what’s familiar, especially when stepping into the unknown. In this podcast, I’m sharing my own story of career change—from leaving behind a secure career to finding the courage to embrace a new path as a therapist.  I talk about the emotional challenges of moving on, how to navigate uncerta...

Send us Fan Mail Conversation with consultant, coach, author, podcaster and trainee hypno-psychotherapist Volker Ballueder. We cover Volker training to be a therapist and combining this with his career as a coach and consultant, plus topics including:  - defining success  - publishing his bestselling book on success strategies  - the importance of self-care practices to maintain balance in life  -...

Send us Fan Mail Starting my journey as a therapist, there were things I had to learn through lots of time and experience! In this video, I’m sharing 5 things I wish I’d known before becoming a psychotherapist/counsellor — lessons that could have made the process a little smoother and helped me feel more prepared for the realities of client work. If you’re in the early stages of your training or t...