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How do you reflect on your year in practice?
This episode marks the final of season three and offers a thoughtful approach to wrapping up the therapy year. Podcast Host and Clinical psychologist Dr. Natalie Stott leads listeners through the “Big 20 Questions” – a set of prompts designed to spark reflection and help therapists take stock, plan ahead, and care for themselves as well as their clients. From considering gratitude and values to learning from challenges, listeners are guided through practical steps for personal and professional growth.
Highlights include:
01:02 Gratitude and noticing what’s supported you
04:23 The Big 20 Questions for reflecting on your practice
08:12 Insights learned from clients
11:13 Light bulb moments and identity as a therapist
14:02 Forward planning: Setting goals for June 2026
DOWNLOAD the 20 questions here
Guest Info
Dr. Natalie Stott is a clinical psychologist, founder of Supervisor Platform, and host of Mastering Therapy. She specialises in supporting therapists with supervision, reflection, and shaping meaningful careers.
Website: https://www.masteringtherapy.com
Resources mentioned
This episode is a gentle guide to reflecting on the year gone by, noticing growth, and getting intentional about what’s next for you and your practice. Perfect if you want practical questions and tools to help you move into the new year with clarity and purpose.
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To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
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SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
SHORTS: S2E4 Why therapists need to talk about sex
Full episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s2e4-why-therapists-must-talk-about-sex-with-lu-cook/id1773673403?i=1000698029637
Youtube: https://youtu.be/C9ViCr9kmCw
Guest Information:
Louise Cook is a COSRT / BACP / NCPS registered Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapist currently working in private practice. She specialises in working with couples and individuals who are struggling in their intimate life. She runs a busy private practice, After In Love Therapy, and hosts the podcast of the same name, where she explores sex, relationships and life after rupture with refreshing honesty. You can connect with her via After In Love Therapy and on LinkedIn.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-cook-33314a23/
https://www.afterinlove.com/
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
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To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
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Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
S3E12: IFS & parts work | Dr Zandra Bamford
Have you ever wondered why some parts of you work so hard to protect you, while others seem to hold you back?
This episode dives into Internal Family Systems (IFS) with psychologist and certified IFS consultant Dr Zandra Bamford. Together with host Dr. Natalie Stott, they break down the basics of the IFS model, from managers and firefighters to exiles and the core self. Discover how IFS works, where it comes from, and why it can help clients heal old wounds. The episode covers how IFS can be combined with other therapy styles, what training in IFS looks like, and the importance of self-awareness for therapists. There’s also a live demonstration where Dr. Natalie Stott explores her own conflicting parts, showcasing the process in action.
Highlights include:
00:47 What are managers, firefighters, and exiles in IFS?
04:26 Exploring the core self: is it always present?
11:15 IFS vs other therapy methods: integrating approaches
14:02 Training in IFS: why it’s different and what to expect 38:24 Live demonstration: experiencing IFS with conflicting parts
Guest Info
Dr. Zandra Bamford
Clinical Psychologist & Certified IFS Consultant
Visit Zandra Bamford’s website here
Trainings, Workshops and Retreats:
https://therapy-northwest.cademy.io
Book Online Internal Family Systems Therapy:
https://internalfamilysystemstherapyonline.simplybook.it/v2/
Resources discussed
• BOOK: No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz
• IFS informed EMDR (book, edited by David Pallidi, upcoming)
• IFS training programmes (Level 1, Level 2, experiential workshops)
• Mastering Therapy website and mailing list for further resources
This episode offers a clear look at IFS, the roles different parts play in our inner world, and how connecting to our core self can change the way we live and work. Perfect for therapists wanting fresh perspective or anyone interested in therapy models that bring compassion and curiosity to the healing journey.
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
S3E11: Values Clarification beyond the card sort
What’s your go-to values exercise in therapy?
This episode dives into values work in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) with Dr. Natalie Stott, a clinical psychologist and founder of Supervisor Platform. The conversation busts the myth that values work is just about worksheets and gives creative ways for therapists to help clients clarify and live by their values. Dr. Natalie Stott shares practical tools, approaches for overcoming common obstacles in values work, and highlights how values fit into different models of therapy. If you’ve ever felt uninspired by the usual card sorts, this episode offers a fresh menu of ideas to use right away.
Highlights include:
03:09 What are values in ACT – a simple definition
10:04 Creative values exercises beyond card sorts
16:33 Using pain and irritation to clarify values
21:42 Common problems in values work and troubleshooting
26:37 Integrating values across ACT, CBT, and other models
Guest Info
Dr. Natalie Stott
Clinical psychologist, supervisor, and founder of Supervisor Platform
Website: Supervisor Platform (link to be added)
LinkedIn: (link to be added)
Resources mentioned
Links to these resources can be found in the show notes.
Looking for inspiration in your values work? This episode is packed with practical ideas for therapists who want to help clients connect motivation to meaningful directions in life, no matter what approach you use.
Guest Information:
Social media:
Website:
Resources mentioned:
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
Mentioned in this episode:
Supervisor platform
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM:
Guide
S3E10: Bringing body work into the room | Dr Stephanie Minchin
Do you want concrete ways to bring the body into your therapy room without losing clinical rigour?
In this episode, Dr Stephanie Minchin (The Yoga Psychologist) lays out a clear, usable approach to integrating body work with talking therapy. We cover how to notice and use nonverbal data, why “embodiment” isn’t optional for clinicians, and simple practices you can introduce safely—no mats, no incense, just clinically sound, consent-led interventions. We also talk about pacing, consent, and how to avoid performative “somatic add-ons.”
Highlights include:
Guest Information:
Dr Stephanie Minchin is a clinical psychologist and yoga-informed therapist known as The Yoga Psychologist. Her work sits at the intersection of evidence-based therapy and bodywork, helping clinicians move beyond “head-only” practice. She teaches practical, consent-led ways to use breath, posture and nonverbal cues in session, and champions therapist embodiment as core CPD, not an optional extra.
Embodied Entrepreneur Circle - monthly membership - a scared sanctuary for therapists, coaches, yogis who centre their self care at the heart of their business
https://www.houseofyogapsychology.com/embodied-entrepreneur-circle
Embodied Entrepreneur Mentorship - 6 months - for aspiring professionals who work in the field of psychology and/or yoga, and want to navigate their professional identity, discover their inner leader, build confidence, create purpose and passion and build dharma-based businesses
https://www.houseofyogapsychology.com/embodied-entrepreneur
INTEGRATE course - for therapists and yogis who want to learn the framework of Yoga Psychology to deepen their understanding and expand their knowledge and broaden their skills set of mind body approaches to become more integrative practitioners - self-led programme; 6 modules, online
https://www.houseofyogapsychology.com/integrate
other self-led programmes on my website (3 day, 5 day packages)
https://www.houseofyogapsychology.com/self-practice
Instagram: @theyogapsychologist @houseofyogapsychology
https://www.houseofyogapsychology.com/
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
S3E9 Therapeutic writing & journal prompts in therapy | Dr Hannah Taylor
Do you use therapeutic writing in your sessions?
This episode looks at therapeutic writing with clinical psychologist Dr Hannah Taylor. She shares practical ways journalling can support clients both inside and outside sessions, drawing from her background in compassion focused therapy. The conversation covers common barriers to journalling, the difference between journalling and therapeutic writing, and tips for making writing a helpful part of the therapy process. If you’re a therapist wanting to add simple writing tools to your practice, or someone thinking about journalling for yourself, this episode is full of ideas you can try straight away.
Highlights include:
02:43 Defining therapeutic writing versus journalling
06:40 Introducing writing as a therapy tool and tackling common judgments
11:00 Practical tips for creating awareness through writing
14:20 Pen and paper vs. digital journalling
23:25 Using writing in therapy sessions and working with client resistance
Guest Information:
Dr Hannah Elizabeth Taylor’s Substack: Inner Pages
Resources discussed
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
Have you used this nurturing figures tool in your sessions before?
In this episode of the Mastering Therapy Podcast, Dr. Natalie Stott discusses the use of nurturing figures in therapy sessions with experienced psychotherapist Wendy Castelino. The conversation covers various therapeutic modalities, such as CFT and EMDR, and the importance of nurturing figures for trauma and anxiety management. Wendy, who is accredited in multiple therapeutic disciplines, shares her journey from drama therapy to integrative psychotherapy and explains how nurturing figures can significantly impact therapy outcomes. The episode also includes practical advice on introducing and practicing nurturing figures, as well as addressing potential emotional responses from clients.
00:54 Meet Wendy: An Experienced Psychotherapist
02:43 Exploring Nurturing Figures in Therapy
05:14 Practical Applications and Client Experiences
08:19 Integrating Compassion Focused Therapy and EMDR
10:53 Guiding Clients Through Nurturing Figures Exercises
12:01 Addressing Challenges and Emotional Responses
19:19 Scripts and Resources for Therapists
25:57 Conclusion and Additional Resources
Guest Information:
Social media:
Website: https://wendycastelino.com/
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
Do you work with clients who struggle with health anxiety?
This episode dives into the world of health anxiety with consultant clinical psychologist Dr. Sophie Gwinett. Sophie shares her new layered model, offering a fresh and practical way to understand and formulate health anxiety. The conversation covers how traditional CBT can sometimes fall short, introduces the "house of health anxiety" metaphor, and discusses the powerful impact of early experiences. Listeners will hear practical examples for working with shame, cycles of anxiety, and how to build a more compassionate therapeutic approach. Sophie also explains how to collaborate with GPs and health teams, and the importance of addressing health anxiety at a systemic level.
Highlights include:
03:05 Why current models sometimes fall short
06:52 The “house of health anxiety” metaphor
11:10 Avoidance and safety behaviours
17:03 Formulation in session and mapping with clients
23:09 EMDR and layered interventions
Guest Information:
Dr. Sophie Gwinett
www.brightsidepsychology.com,
Visit her health anxiety hub: www.healthanxietyhub.com,
LinkedIn: @drsophiegwinnett
Follow on Instagram: @rsophygwinnett
Resources discussed
Social media:
Website:
Resources mentioned:
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
Have you ever wondered about how EMDR can be used beyond the traditional uses in trauma? or what an I-EMDR session contains?
This episode features Dr. Jonathan Hutchins, a clinical psychologist, EMDR supervisor, and soon-to-be EMDR trainer. His vast experience covers EMDR for trauma, including new intensive approaches, neuropsychology, and working with those with traumatic brain injury, autism, and ADHD. The conversation offers practical ideas on adapting EMDR, insight into current research, and guidance on bringing intensives into practice.
Highlights include:
07:53 What are EMDR intensives?
12:29 Benefits of EMDR intensives for reducing wait times and dropout rates
14:29 Practical setup: How to prepare clients for an intensive session
21:37 Creative ways to adapt bilateral stimulation, especially for online or neurodivergent clients
24:02 Adapting EMDR for traumatic brain injury and complex neuropsychological needs
Guest Info
Guest Information:
Dr. Jonathan Hutchins- Consultant Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Supervisor
Website: hutchinpsychology.co.uk
EMDR Supervision: https://emdrsupervision.uk/
Connect on LinkedIn
Resources mentioned:
Resources discussed
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
Have you supported a client through fertility treatment or baby loss?
This episode welcomes Dr. Kara Davy, a clinical psychologist and EMDR consultant whose specialisms include ADHD and supporting individuals and organisations around infertility and baby loss. Kara shares her own journey and how lived experience alongside her professional background led her to focus on this area. The discussion covers practical advice for therapists, navigating the line between general and specialist support, when to refer clients onwards, and understanding the mental health impacts of fertility issues and miscarriage. Listeners will come away with clinical tips, an understanding of available services, and a compassionate approach to working with these challenges.
Highlights include:
01:35 Kara’s background and personal story
04:05 Recognising when specialist support is needed
11:30 Prevalence of infertility and baby loss
18:48 The cycle of isolation, anxiety, and loss during fertility treatment
23:28 Therapy approaches – trauma, grief, and self-compassion
S3E6: How to support clients experiencing infertility or baby loss | Dr Kara Davy
Guest Information:
Dr. Kara Davy is a clinical psychologist with specialisms in ADHD and in supporting individuals affected by infertility and baby loss. She offers supervision, training, and runs support groups.
Social media: Kara Davy (@karadavy)
https://www.drdaveycoaching.com/aboutkara
Instagram · karadavy
Website: https://www.karaclinicalpsychologistinsussex.co.uk/
Resources discussed
Resources mentioned:
** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **
For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.com
To recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guest
For private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com
*****
Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channel
Follow Mastering therapy on instagram
Connect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedIn
SUPERVISOR PLATFORM
Supervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services.
Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals.
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