In episode 4 of Burnout and Beyond, Practitioner Health Clinicians Dr Lee David and Dr Richard Duggins discuss the topic of boundaries: what they are, why they are important, and techniques to effectively set boundaries at work!

Dr Lee David is a Lead Clinician and CBT Therapist for NHS Practitioner Health, author, and an experienced GP. Find out more about Lee here.

Dr Richard Duggins is a Consultant Psychiatrist for NHS Practitioner Health. He is the author of Burnout-Free Working, a practical and compassionate guide to staying well while doing demanding, meaningful work.

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In episode 3 of Burnout and Beyond, Practitioner Health Clinicians Dr Lee David and Dr Richard Duggins explore trauma, moral distress, and moral injury, and how they contribute to burnout in health and social care. They discuss the many ways health and care professionals encounter trauma through what they witness, what they hear, and the ethical pressures they face and why recognising these experiences is vital for workforce wellbeing.

Dr Lee David is a Lead Clinician and CBT Therapist for NHS Practitioner Health, author, and an experienced GP. Find out more about Lee here.

Dr Richard Duggins is a Consultant Psychiatrist for NHS Practitioner Health. He is author of a new book, Burnout-Free Working, a practical and compassionate guide to staying well while doing demanding, meaningful work.

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In episode 2 of Burnout and Beyond, Practitioner Health Clinicians Dr Lee David and Dr Richard Duggins discuss how to recover from burnout and what helps us to live well in the long term, breaking down the themes of ‘Taking Control’, ‘Aligning Our Values’, and ‘Finding Our People’.

Dr Lee David is a Lead Clinician and CBT Therapist for NHS Practitioner Health, author, and an experienced GP. Find out more about Lee here.

Dr Richard Duggins is a Consultant Psychiatrist for NHS Practitioner Health. He is author of a new book, Burnout-Free Working, a practical and compassionate guide to staying well while doing demanding, meaningful work.

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Burnout can creep up on us. As health and care professionals, it can feel that we are expected to push through and continue on, even if our workload is overwhelming. Oftentimes, we don't recognise our symptoms until they are severe, and preventing us from doing our jobs to the best of our ability.

In the first episode of Burnout and Beyond, NHS Practitioner Health clinicians Dr Lee David and Dr Richard Duggins discuss all things burnout - why it happens, how to recognise it, and what individuals and organisations can do to prevent it.

Dr Lee David is a CBT Therapist for NHS Practitioner Health, author, and an experienced GP. Lee's work focuses on trauma therapy and psychological treatments for the menopause. She is the founder and director of 10 Minute CBT, a unique way of adapting simple evidence-based CBT techniques to be used during brief 10-30 minute sessions. 

Buy Dr Lee David and Debbie Brewin's book 'Boosting Your Mental Wellbeing: 10 Minute Steps for Stressed Healthcare Professionals using CBT and Mindfulness' here.

Dr Richard Duggins is a Consultant Psychiatrist for NHS Practitioner Health. He is also Associate Medical Director for Culture and Leadership at CNTW NHS Foundation Trust, a psychotherapist, and leadership coach. He is author of a new book, Burnout-Free Working, a practical and compassionate guide to staying well while doing demanding, meaningful work. 

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We are delighted to announce the launch of Understanding Your Emotions, a new eBook written by NHS Practitioner Health’s Medical Director, Dr Zaid Al-Najjar, alongside two of our highly experienced therapists, Ruth Deighton and Simon Lyne.

Drawing on years of clinical practice, lived experience, and countless conversations with health and care staff, the book offers practical insights and compassionate guidance to help professionals better understand and manage the emotional impact of their work.

The eBook will be released on Friday 10th October 2025 to coincide with World Mental Health Day.

The book will be available to download here.

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Uncertainty is a common feeling that many health and care professionals experience. However, when the feeling of uncertainty is overwhelming, it can impact your mental health and confidence inside and out of the workplace.

In this episode of Understanding Emotions, Practitioner Health Medical Director Dr Zaid Al-Najjar and therapist Ruth Deighton discuss the ins and outs of experiencing uncertainty in the healthcare workplace, and ways that health and care professionals can deal with this tricky emotion.

If you have found that you are worrying and experiencing anxiety more frequently, you may need support. If you are unable to access confidential treatment from local services in England or Scotland, Practitioner Health is here to support you.

Resources: Returning to Work

Returning to Work: Practitioner Health 

Return to Work: General Medical Council

Returning to clinical practice after absence: BMA

Returning to work after absence: ACAS

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32% of the 2024 NHS Staff Survey respondents stated that acted as a carer towards family members, friends, neighbours, or others. This #CarersWeek, former Practitioner Health patient Dr Rachel Molloy met with Medical Director Dr Zaid Al-Najjar and Therapist Ruth Deighton to discuss her experiences of being a carer whilst being a GP.

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Carers UK

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Citizens Advice: Carer's Allowance

Carers Assessments 

Gov UK: Benefits and financial support if you're caring for someone

Ask your GP for information about what support is available for carers in your local area. You may be given a carers pack. 

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In the health and care workforce, sometimes positive feedback can be few and far between. This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, have a listen to Dr Lisa Tyrer's advice on how to use positive feedback to create a supportive community in the workplace!

Dr Lisa Tyrer is a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist at Practitioner Health with expertise in treating health and care professionals.

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As health and care professionals, our to-do list can seem never ending. In order to protect yourself from getting stressed or burnt out, it is essential to set boundaries in the workplace. This Stress Awareness Month, #LeadWithLove and have a listen to Dr Lisa Tyrer's advice on how to establish healthy boundaries at work today!

Dr Lisa Tyrer is a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and Group Facilitator for NHS Practitioner Health's Burnout Group.

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It's important to practice self-compassion and unwind after a stressful shift. This Stress Awareness Month, 'Lead with Love' by following our 5 minute guided mindfulness resource narrated by Joanna Howes, one of our Lead Clinicians here at NHS Practitioner Health.

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