The stories from the people shaping the future of mental healthcare.
Self Matters
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The stories from the people shaping the future of mental healthcare.
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6/5/2024
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October 16, 2024
Normalcy, Nuance & Narratives: Laura Scarrone Bonhomme on Challenging Gender, Sexual and Relationship Conformity
<p>In this episode of Self Matters, host Charlie Wells sits down with Laura Scarrone Bonhomme, a consultant clinical psychologist, to explore the evolving landscape of mental health, gender, sexual, and relationship diversity. Laura shares her journey from her upbringing in Spain to aiding earthquake survivors in Chile. The discussion traverses a variety of topics including the inherent biases in societal definitions of 'normalcy,' the complexities faced by transgender individuals and the importance of language in clinician training. They also delve into the systemic changes needed in healthcare, offering perspectives on improving global mental health by challenging traditional mental healthcare approaches.</p><p>00:08 Meet Laura Scarrone Bonhomme <br>01:16 Laura's Early Life and Interest in Psychology <br>03:30 Challenges and Learning in Chile <br>08:17 Transition to the UK and New Opportunities <br>10:03 Understanding Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diversity <br>18:25 The Importance of Labels and Language <br>20:57 Gender and Medicine: A Complex Relationship <br>28:01 Training and Bias in Therapy <br>31:59 Insights from the Book <br>37:29 Eradicating Normal</p>
October 2, 2024
Research, Rehabilitation & Reform: How Professor Geraldine Akerman Helps Heal Within the Prison System
<p>In this episode of Self Matters, host Charlie Wells interviews Dr Geraldine Akerman, a consultant forensic psychologist at the Oxford Health NHS Trust, co-chair of BPS Division for Forensic Psychology and co-founder of 'Let's Talk Forensic Psychology'. Dr. Akerman shares her unique journey from growing up around a psychiatric hospital to her extensive work in forensic psychology, particularly in therapeutic prisons. She discusses the difference between forensic and clinical psychology, the evolving methods of intervention with prisoners, and the importance of holistic support for offenders. The conversation also explores the psychological well-being of prison officers and the societal implications of prison systems.</p><p>00:14 Meet Dr. Geraldine Akerman <br>01:00 Geraldine's Journey into Psychology <br>03:40 Values and Early Influences <br>05:39 Choosing Forensic Psychology <br>08:16 Forensic vs. Clinical Psychology <br>09:32 Working in Prisons <br>11:28 Therapeutic Approaches in Prisons <br>18:22 Challenges and Systemic Changes <br>24:40 Reintegration and Support Post-Prison <br>26:47 Geraldine's YouTube Channel <br>28:17 Self-Care and Coping Strategies</p>
September 18, 2024
Autism, Arousal & Advocacy: Andy McDonnell on Low Arousal Approach and Neurodiversity
<p>In this episode of Self Matters, host Charlie Wells interviews Professor Andy McDonnell, a clinical psychologist, visiting professor of autism studies at Birmingham City University and Director at Studio III. Andy shares his journey into clinical psychology, his experiences with behavioural approaches, and his development of the Low Arousal Approach to managing behaviour in individuals with neurodiversity and autism. He discusses the importance of systemic thinking in mental health, the challenges of the care system, and the need to support caregivers. Andy also provides insights on how to manage stress and create effective therapeutic environments.</p><p>00:08 Meet Professor Andy McDonnell <br>00:49 Andy's Journey to Clinical Psychology <br>01:52 Early Career Challenges and Experiences <br>02:39 A Shift in Perspective: From Behaviorism to Humanism <br>05:04 The Inner Rebel: Personal Motivations and Challenges <br>06:58 Systemic Issues in Mental Health Care <br>12:01 The Low Arousal Approach Explained <br>14:47 Making Therapy More Effective <br>22:04 Therapist Well-being and Stress Management <br>25:42 Personal Coping Mechanisms and Hobbies</p>
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