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

Send us Fan Mail This podcast focuses on some advice on stopping addictions and dependencies, offering valuable insights and practical tips for those who may be struggling with these challenging issues.  If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or in need of support, please do not hesitate to contact me if you'd like to have a chat about any of the issues raised in this podcast. If you find t...

Send us Fan Mail This is my audio recording of a piece I wrote for Counselling Directory about trusting your feelings when they’re drawing you to a career change. If you find this podcast helpful, please feel free to share it, don't forget to follow the channel to show your support, it would be much appreciated and please do feel free to subscribe to my YouTube channel more content like this!...

Send us Fan Mail Some thoughts on the 'bad news' media and its effect on our lives. In this podcast, I explore the various ways that negative news stories can impact our mental health, our perception of the world around us, and how we interact with each other in our daily lives.  If you'd like to talk about any of the issues raised in this podcast, do feel free to get in contact wit...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been told to “just stay positive” or “look on the bright side” when you’re struggling? In this podcast, I’ll explain what toxic positivity is and why constantly ignoring or denying our real emotions can be harmful to our mental health. While positivity has its place, there’s a big difference between embracing optimism and shutting down valid feelings. I’ll share why...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast recorded with Helen Willingham at UKCP about setting up a private practice and growing a private therapy practice, providing valuable insights and practical tips for aspiring therapists and particularly talking about media work.  In this discussion, we explore the various steps involved in establishing your own private therapy practice, from the initial planning stages to...

Send us Fan Mail Some ideas about why we compare, why it can be so harmful, and what we can therefore do about it are explored in this podcast.  I explain the reasons behind our tendency to compare ourselves to others, examining both the psychological and social factors that play a role in this common behaviour. Additionally, I discuss the potential negative impacts that constant comparison can ha...

Send us Fan Mail Wondering if you might be a narcissist or what narcissism really means? In this video, we’ll explore what narcissism is, why it’s problematic, and—most importantly—whether change is possible. 💭 Narcissistic traits can be difficult to confront, but recognising them is the first step toward understanding and growth. Whether you’re worried about your own behaviour or trying to make...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about becoming a therapist or counsellor? In this podcast, I share 5 powerful reasons why I believe this is such an incredible career path. Having made the transition myself—from being a lawyer to becoming a psychotherapist—I’ve seen first-hand the immense value and fulfilment this role can bring, not just to others, but to yourself as well. Now, I work one-on-one with pe...

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*** How can someone conne...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about making a career change to become a therapist or counsellor later in life? I know exactly how it feels to make that leap! After transitioning from a career in law to becoming a psychotherapist, I’ve learned a lot along the way—and today, I’m sharing my tips and guidance to help you navigate this shift. In this podcast, I’ll cover what it really takes to make this cha...