Therapy Natters

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  • Pain

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    In this episode, hosts Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle speak with Dr. Rebecca Berman, a pain consultant with the NHS, to help explain the influence of perception and emotion on pain, the potential impacts of psychological trauma on pain experience, and techniques for managing pain.


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    37 min
  • Shame

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    In this week's episode Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle explore the complex emotions of guilt and shame.


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    34 min
  • Childbirth

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    This week Richard & Fiona have a returning guest, Sharon Mustard, to talk with them about how our psychology can easily get in the way of a better birthing experience.

    https://www.easibirthing.com


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    35 min
  • Narcissism

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    In this week's episode of Therapy Natters, Richard and Fiona dive deep into the topic of narcissism, specifically Narcissistic Personality Disorder, to distinguish between that and simply high self-esteem and assertiveness.


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    31 min
  • Food & Body Image

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    In this episode, Richard & Fiona are joined by hypno-psychotherapist Carlie Fairbrother to discuss food relationships, body image, and intuitive eating.

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    37 min
  • Cognitive Distortions

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    This week Richard & Fiona talk all about Cognitive Distortions, the thinking traps that we all fall into that can so easily spoil our lives or at best hold us back.


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    37 min
  • Exploring Diversity

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    In this week's episode of the Therapy Natters podcast, Richard & Fiona engage in a thought-provoking dialogue with special guest Zayna Brookhouse, a specialist in equality, diversity, and inclusion. 

    The conversation spans a wide range of topics from the fluidity of gender and sexuality, the evolution of sociocultural norms, to the importance of open-mindedness and embracing difference.

    This episode is an essential listen for anyone interested in broadening their understanding of diversity and the modes of engaging respectfully and empathetically with others in our diverse world.

    https://zayna.net


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    41 min
  • Attachment

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    In this episode of Therapy Natters, psychotherapists Richard Nicholls and Fiona Biddle discuss the concept of attachment theory. They explore how our early experiences with caregivers can shape our interactions and reactions as adults, whether it be in friendships, relationships, or even why we follow a football team.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:50 The Role of Therapists and Client-Centred Therapy
    03:14 The Power of Self-Directed Therapy
    03:37 The Therapist's Role in Difficult Situations
    05:54 Understanding Emotions and Feelings
    06:39 Unlabeled Feelings and Childhood Experiences
    09:37 Introduction to Attachment Theory
    11:38 Exploring the Origins of Attachment Theory
    17:03 Understanding Attachment Styles
    19:01 Understanding Secure Attachment
    19:17 Transition from Secure to Insecure Attachment
    21:13 Recognising Insecure Attachment Styles
    21:24 Exploring the Three Types of Insecure Attachment
    22:39 Impact of Parenting Styles on Attachment
    24:13 Understanding the Fearful Avoidant Attachment Style
    31:01 Implications of Understanding Your Attachment Style
    31:46 The Role of Attachment in Social and Cultural Affiliations
    33:14 The Role of Attachment in Relationships
    35:56 Reflecting on Personal Attachment Styles
    37:06 Closing Thoughts


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    39 min
  • Buddhism & Unconditional Friendliness

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    It's guest week.
    Richard & Fiona have an old friend Bill Hard to join them this week to talk about his Buddhist experiences.

    https://www.dayandnighttherapy.com/bill-hard/

    You can also find more about Bill's and other's work at the Monroe Institute in their app https://info.monroeinstitute.org/get-expand-app


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    38 min
  • Being A Therapist

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    This week we're answering a listener question about what being a full-time therapist is actually like.
    The pros, the cons and everything in-between.


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    43 min

About Therapy Natters

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With questions submitted by you Therapy Natters is a podcast where 2 psychotherapists can help you gain insight into your issues and try and make sense of this funny old world.