The Adversity Psychologist

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Series 13 Episode 9

“Fostering Potential in children with special needs”

Guest: Dr Jeremy Krauss

In this episode I talk with Dr Jeremy Krauss, Educational Director, Clinician and Author, about his pioneering work with children with neurological, musculoskeletal and developmental conditions.

We cover:

• The JKA Approach – integrated expressive movement therapy using a unique understanding and perspective of early movement development in special needs children.
• The importance of fostering a more inclusive ‘abilities’ orientated approach rather than a deficit-based model of support.
• The importance of recognising each child’s unique abilities and unique developmental potential.
• Including and understanding the family system and wider system around each child.
• How Jeremy’s own history and values have shaped his work.
• Processing and coping with adjustment to parenting expectations.
• The key role of hope, optimism and observing change.

Find Jeremy:

Website

https://jeremy-krauss.com/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.krauss.581

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/jeremykrauss_jka/

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTW_plQtJpKpmxjKeWbfnpA

Book Link

https://www.routledge.com/Fostering-Potential-in-Children-with-Special-Needs-An-Abilities-Oriented-Perspective-on-Early-Childhood-Motor-Development/Krauss/p/book/9781041235552

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

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Series 13 Episode 8

Guest: Tony Fisher

In this episode I talk with series 1 guest Tony Fisher ARPS winning filmmaker and artist and founder of the loneliness and isolation project.

We cover:

• Tony’s history of trauma and personal loss
• His work supporting loneliness and isolation
• How things have changed since the pandemic in respect to loneliness and how we perceive it
• The importance of lived experience in helping professionals understand the importance of tackling loneliness
• The role of wellbeing advocates in the community

Find Tony:

https://tony-fisher-photography.com/about/

http://www.anthonyfisherphotography.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/lonelytony54/

https://www.instagram.com/photonz54/

https://uk.style.yahoo.com/hope-amidst-loneliness-coronavirus-lockdown-photos-105613641.html

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19rGfg77L1/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://joinedupcarederbyshire.co.uk/features/i-try-to-bring-brightness-and-joy-into-peoples-lives/

https://alfreton.spiritof.uk/alfreton-artist-leads-plans-for-24-hour-neighbourhood-hub/

https://www.wearemakeshift.uk/about-us/

https://youtu.be/NTx4OcHSI8Y?is=fsaMZNjNQNoixJux

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

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Series 13 Episode 7

Guest: Nick Kelly

In this episode I talk with Nicholas Kelly, Dietitian, Author and Public Speaker.

We cover:

• Nick’s lived experience of cystic fibrosis.
• Managing chronic illness and value-based living.
• Being a dietitian and supporting others through lived experience
• Motivational speaking and supporting people to get back on track.
• Finding passion, purpose and productivity in your daily life.
• The importance of authenticity and finding what really matters.

Find Nick:

https://nicholaskellyrd.com/

https://www.instagram.com/NicholasKellyRD

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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Series 13 Episode 6

Guest: Professor Ross White

In this episode I talk with Professor Ross White- Clinical Psychologist, Author and Director of Strive to Thrive about Misogyny and The Manosphere.

We cover:

• What is misogyny and The Manosphere
• The “appeal” to young men and influencing factors
• Types of masculinity and how thinking is changing
• How to start conversations around content and supporting understanding.
• Cultivating compassion and creating meaningful change
• Ross’s book and understanding how ‘flexible thinking’ to help with change.

Find Ross & Useful Resources:

https://www.strive2thrive.co.uk/

https://amzn.eu/d/005VteCl

https://www.instagram.com/rossgwhite/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/contributors/ross-g-white-phd

https://progressivemasculinity.co.uk/

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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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.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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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Series 13 Episode 4

Guest: Kelly Saward

In this episode I talk with Broadcaster, Podcaster, Author and Integrative Therapist Kelly Saward about authenticity in the wellbeing space.

We cover:

• What do we mean by authenticity in the wellbeing space
• Kelly’s lived experience and her books - “Desperate to be loved” and “Can you hear me”
• Discovering the power of mindfulness
• Finding the wellbeing fit for you
• Finding validation within yourself

Find Kelly:

https://www.kellysaward.com/

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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Series 13 Episode 3

Guest: Dr Frank Putman

In this episode I talk with Child Psychiatrist Dr Frank Putman, who is one of the world’s leading experts on traumatic stress and author of ‘old before their time’ leading publication on the impact of child sexual abuse on development.

We cover:

• Frank’s career in psychiatry- studying dissociative disorders. Complex trauma and the long-term outcome of childhood abuse.
• The biopsychosocial effects of early childhood abuse.
• The wider impact of early stress on the body and mind
• How we can better understand and talk about these issues in society
• Addressing stigma and shame and creating meaningful change.

Find Frank:

https://frankputnam.com/

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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Series 13 Episode 2

Guest: Sacha Hughes

In this episode I talk Author Sacha Hughes about grief, coping and addiction and her writing from lived experience.

We cover:

• Coping with grief at a young age
• Using substances as a means of coping with loss
• The role of shame and stigma and self-judgement.
• Self-acceptance, self-compassion and self-discovery
• The powerful role of humour for coping with darker times.

Find Sacha

https://www.sachahughes.com/

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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Series 13 Episode 1

Guest: Nicholas Akosa

In this episode I talk with Nicholas Akosa about his experience of heart and lung failure and his pioneering work into genetic therapies to help others too. An absolute must listen episode.

We cover:

• Nicholas’s experience of heart and lung failure and being life support (ECMO)
• Finding strength, clarity and purpose again.
• Becoming an amateur boxing champion!
• His work as a scientific researcher, leading scientific pioneering work into genetic therapies.
• Resilience and not taking life for granted.

Find Nicholas:

https://www.instagram.com/nickakosa/

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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.

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Series 12 Episode 12

Guest: Menominds

In this episode I talk to Victoria Brookbank Co-Founder of Menominds about the importance of supporting your emotional health during menopause.

We cover:

• The background behind Menominds being formed.
• Why we need to think about emotional health as well as physical health during menopause.
• The mental health impact if menopause.
• How menopause impacts self-blame and self-worth.
• The work of Menominds educating and forming community and belonging.

Find Menominds:

https://www.menominds.co.uk/

https://www.menominds.co.uk/menominds-academy#academy-section

https://www.instagram.com/menominds/

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.mind.org.uk

https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Links

Connect with me www.drtara.co.uk

Linktree 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