The Adversity Psychologist

About The Adversity Psychologist

Welcome to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast! A Podcast incorporating personal narratives about facing and navigating adversity. Learning from the human experience of adversity with a pinch of psychology on top! A mixture of people, their experiences & professional psychological discussion. Helping us all overcome difficult times by learning from each other. I am Dr Tara, a qualified and regulated Psychologist with over 20 years experience in helping people overcome adversity in their lives. Come and join me and my guests as we hear their heartfelt and inspiring stories and help you learn how to apply psychological principles to manage your wellbeing following adversity. We will cover sleep, grief and loss, disability, mental health, injury, trauma, illness, stress, anxiety, depression, coping, setbacks, financial adversity, stigma and much more. Life throws a lot our way but with hope, resilience, compassion and a toolkit of coping skills- we've got this! Find out more about me: https://drtara.co.uk/

Publisher

Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo

Category

education · education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

4 Aug 2022

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

91 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   Life after Domestic Violence- Healing from the Psychological Effects of Coercive Control

   Podcast Show Notes Series 13 Episode 5 Guest: Patricia Gordon Stevens In this episode I talk with counsellor and author Patricia Gordon Stevens about the long-term implications of domestic violence. We cover: Patricia’s lived experience of domestic violence and the psychological impact of years of abuse. Patricia's journey to becoming a counsellor and supporting others How to talk to your friends about domestic violence and how to find your tribe Patricia’s novel “Madness in Memphis” which depicts a woman escaping an abusive marriage only to discover that physical escape doesn’t necessarily mean psychological freedom. What healing actually looks like and dealing with shame and self-blame. Dealing with grief and trauma simultaneously and find hope again. Find Patricia: https://www.patriciagordonstevens.com/ (https://www.patriciagordonstevens.com/) https://www.instagram.com/patriciagordonstevensauthor/ (https://www.instagram.com/patriciagordonstevensauthor/) Support Links The Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below: https://www.samaritans.org/ (https://www.samaritans.org/) https://www.mind.org.uk (https://www.mind.org.uk) https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/ (https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/) Links Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk (http://www.drtara.co.uk) Linktree https://linktr.ee/Drtaraqc (https://linktr.ee/Drtaraqc) If you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity. Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.

2. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Authenticity in the Wellbeing Space - Conversations with Kelly!

   Host Dr. Tara explores authenticity in wellbeing with Broadcaster, Podcaster, Author and Integrative Therapist Kelly Saward, sharing insights from lived experience and mindfulness.

3. 

   30 Sept 2026

   "Old Before Their Time"- Complex Trauma and The impact of Early Abuse on Development

   Host Dr. Tara explores complex trauma and early abuse's developmental impact with leading child psychiatrist Dr. Frank Putnam, offering insights into understanding and addressing these profound issues.

Who has been a guest on The Adversity Psychologist

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• Kelly Saward
• Dr Frank Putman
• Sacha Hughes
• Nicholas Akosa
• Victoria Brookbank

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YouTube views

620

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

27 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100

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Quality

68

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

82

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