Welcome to the Human Givens podcast series.
Listen to a range of honest, thought-provoking discussions about mental health, psychology and psychotherapy – each is packed full of valuable life experiences, insights, tips, advice and hope…

The Human Givens podcast series

Joe Griffin, psychologist, best selling author, tutor and founder of the human givens approach, delves into this important topic, sleep and dreaming. He will also be answering our audiences' pre-submitted questions.

Best selling book: Why we dream - the definitive answer > https://www.humangivens.com/publications/why-we-dream-the-definitive-answer/

Joe Griffin is a psychologist, with many years’ experience both in psychotherapeutic practice and in training psychotherapists (for the Human Givens College). Over the last two decades, as co-developer of the human givens approach to psychology and behaviour, thousands of health professionals have enjoyed his practical workshops and seminars on brief therapy for treating anxiety related disorders, depression, trauma and addiction. Since it is widely recognised that much mental distress comes from work related stress he is increasingly in demand by businesses to help them run more effectively by taking account of the innate needs of customers, employees, suppliers, owners and shareholders.

For many years the Educational Director of the College, he is at the leading edge of skills-based therapy research and practice. He is widely recognised as one of the most informed and entertaining speakers on human behaviour and is also co-author, with Ivan Tyrrell, of numerous books and publications. including Why we dream: The definitive answer, and other books on treating anxiety and depression.

Joe Griffin bio > https://www.humangivens.com/person/joe-griffin/

Helpful Resources: 
Why we dream book: the definitive answer > https://www.humangivens.com/publications/why-we-dream-the-definitive-answer/
The Mind-Body Connection: Food, Mood – and Sleep > https://www.humangivens.com/college/the-mind-body-connection-food-mood-and-sleep/
The human givens approach > https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
Become a human givens psychotherapist > https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/
Mental health training events > https://www.humangivens.com/college/all-courses/

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Ask The Expert – a Human Givens podcast series

E20: Exploring sleeping and dreaming with psychologist, Joe Griffin

Psychotherapist, Malcolm Hanson, shares his knowledge and insights about our silent emergency - suicide, including what you can do to help someone who may be depressed or having suicidal thoughts...

How to reduce suicide risk training: https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-manage-suicide-risk-live-online-training/

Malcolm is a human givens therapist who worked for 9 years in the NHS in the West Midlands, where his cases mainly involved treating cases that were demarcated from conventional services because of their complexity or severity, such as those with complex trauma, those with a background of violence or criminality, secondary care patients, trafficked individuals and asylum seekers. At any given time, approximately half of his client list presented with suicidal ideation.

We are lucky to have Malcolm as a tutor to deliver the ‘How to reduce suicide risk’ workshop live online for Human Givens College. https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-manage-suicide-risk/
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'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

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Ask The Expert  – a Human Givens podcast series

E21: Suicide - Our silent emergency

Psychotherapist, Martin Dunne, shares his extensive insights about working with anorexia and why you shouldn't focus on food...

Martin is a human givens therapist, he has a successful private practice in a dedicated, multi-disciplinary holistic clinic. Martin also has extensive experience in group and individual psychotherapy with young trainees in REHAB; and currently in Ireland's largest addiction treatment centre. Martin has worked for over 10 years helping people overcome trauma, addiction and eating disorders.

We are delighted to be discussing his work with eating disorders today.

Read Martin`s article - Eating disorders: an empowering new perspective - https://www.humangivens.com/2021/09/27/eating-disorders-an-empowering-new-perspective/

Read Martin's article - If the doors and windows are locked, try the keyhole - https://www.humangivens.com/2021/09/27/if-the-doors-and-windows-are-locked-try-the-keyhole/

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Advanced CPD for HG Therapists: Join Jo Baker for the Working with Eating Disorders One-Day Workshop - https://www.humangivens.com/college/eating-disorders-training-workshop/

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Ask The Expert – A Human Human Givens Podcast Series

E22: Working with anorexia - why we shouldn't focus on food

A new charity, One Step Borders, is on a mission to improve the mental health andt well-being of young people in their local area. Alex Kennedy, the Managing Director, tells us how they are achieving this... 

Alex is a qualified human givens psychotherapist who has helped many individuals move forward from periods of difficulty in their life. With extensive experience of working with young people suffering with all forms of emotional distress. As well as his therapeutic practice, Alex is the founder of One Step borders CIC, an organisation which continues to support young people in the Scottish borders with their emotional and mental health.

Alex has previously worked with Children 1st, specializing in enabling children and families to overcome trauma associated with domestic abuse.

One Step Borders CIC - https://www.onestepborders.info/
Shout - https://giveusashout.org/
Mind - https://www.mind.org.uk/

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Ask The Expert – A Human Givens Podcast Series

E23: Improving mental health for young people - one step at a time

Did you know, having too little REM sleep can contribute to suicidal thoughts, self-harm and anxiety?  Our expert, Ezra Hewing, shares his insights with you.

Ezra is a Human Givens practitioner and head of mental health education at Suffolk Mind. Over a number of years, he has trained frontline mental health workers, doctors, nurses, substance abuse workers, members of the emergency services and heads of organisations, amongst others, in how best to understand and help people handle diverse mental health concerns. He holds an MSc in the psychology and neuroscience of mental health from the internationally renowned Institute of Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience, King’s College, London, through which he carried out research resulting in an explanatory model for the causes of the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.

Helpful Resources: 
Ezra`s article in the Human Givens Journal - https://www.humangivens.com/publications/volume-28-no-2-2021/
The Mind-Body Connection: Food, Mood – and Sleep 1-day workshop> https://www.humangivens.com/college/the-mind-body-connection-food-mood-and-sleep/
Free online course - Why do we dream? -https://www.humangivens.com/college/why-do-we-dream/
Free online course -Dreaming, daydreaming and creativity - https://www.humangivens.com/college/dreaming-daydreaming-and-creativity/
Suffolk Mind - https://www.suffolkmind.org.uk/

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E24: How too little REM sleep can contribute to suicidal thoughts, self-harm and anxiety

When we get people right, we get business right...

During this podcast, Lisa LLoyd explains how the holistic human givens approach has fueled her desire to help employers build a successful proactive workplace environment that fosters wellbeing, collaboration and engagement.  

Lisa is a psychologist & Human Givens psychotherapist. She founded It’s Time for Change 10 years ago based on the belief that if we all started to do things a little bit differently, we’d achieve huge results. 

It’s Time for Change is dedicated to working collaboratively with business leaders, using psychological principles and evidence-based practices to create workplace cultures where employees excel, where teams are dynamic and where people are happy.

"People want to work somewhere where they connect with people, they like people, where they feel part of a community..."

Questions covered during the podcast include: 
- All businesses have a duty of care to their employees - many give their staff access to a wellbeing hub of some sort - but is this enough? 
- Employees seem to be the focus on ‘it’s time to change’ - however, many businesses will be focusing on making money - should businesses be adapting their focus? 
- How do the Human Givens principles inform workplace culture? 
- How is mental health and wellbeing an integral part of employee experience? 
- Please could you share an example of how a business has thrived after adopting the Human Givens principles? 
- If a business owner is listening to this and would like to adopt a holistic approach into their business - how could they start this process? 

This is just one example of the extraordinary work a HG therapist is doing, for more information please visit - https://www.humangivens.com/college/success-stories/

Or visit It’s Time for Change here - https://itstimeforchange.co.uk/lisa-lloyd

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E25: Business success - adopting a holistic approach

Russell McKenzie is a Human Givens therapist and has been working in a thriving private practice for the last five years. Russell is committed to helping people take back control of their lives by removing barriers and giving them the tools to be able to manage their mental health better.Throughout his therapeutic career, Russell has helped many suffering with eating disorders, more specifically bulimia and binge eating.

Topics covered - 
Why people develop eating disorders
Eating disorder addiction 
What is bulimia and binge eating 
How eating disorders impact someone's life and their loved ones, family and employment
The recovery process - what can you do to help 
Break the cycle of the addictive behaviour 
Signs of bulimia and binge eating
Bodybuilders and binge eating
How to approach the subject - what not to say 
Therapeutic skills and the human givens approach 
Plus success stories and case histories

Russell McKenzie therapist profile - https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/russell-mckenzie 
An article by Russell McKenzie for the Human Givens Journal - https://www.humangivens.com/2021/12/17/under-nourished-the-key-to-working-with-restrictive-eating/
Advanced CPD for HG Therapists: Join Jo Baker for the Working with Eating Disorders One-Day Workshop - https://www.humangivens.com/college/eating-disorders-training-workshop/
Eating Disorder Awareness - https://www.humangivens.com/2021/02/22/eating-disorder-awareness/
The Human Givens Approach - https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
Human Givens College - https://www.humangivens.com/college/

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E26: Eating Disorders - how to take back control

Veterinarian Ciaran McAuley joins us to discuss this very important topic - why suicide among Veterinarians is a growing problem...

Suicide and non-fatal suicidal behaviour are major public health problems across the world: approximately 1 million people worldwide die by suicide each year. The rate of suicide in the veterinary profession has been pegged as close to twice that of the dental profession, more than twice that of the medical profession, and 4 times the rate in the general population.

There are a number of factors contributing to the high level of mental health issues among people working in the veterinary sector. Several relate to the demands of the job itself, the long, often antisocial working hours, heavy workloads, poor work-life balance, sometimes difficult client relations and often feeling isolated, which we know are associated with higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide. The training itself is also incredibly demanding and requires a very high level of academic achievement yet isn’t designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to stay well when working under challenging conditions.
 

Topics covered:

• What it’s like to be a Veterinarian
• Why there is an increasing risk of suicide amongst Veterinarian's 
• The psychological distress will Veterinarians face
• How many veterinarians take their own lives in the UK - what can be done about this growing problem 
• How the human givens approach could help


Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy - explore our helpful links and resources below... 

• Find a human givens therapist - https://www.hgi.org.uk/?q=find-therapist
• Discover more about the Human Givens Approach - www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
• How to Reduce Suicide Risk Live Training Day - https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-manage-suicide-risk-live-online-training/
• Suicide Prevention Awareness - https://www.humangivens.com/2021/09/02/world-suicide-prevention-day/
• Human Givens Training - www.humangivens.com/college/


If you have been affected by issues discussed in this episode the following organisations can provide support information:

• Mind Matters - https://www.vetmindmatters.org
• Vetlife - https://www.vetlife.org.uk
• Vet Support NI - https://www.vetni.co.uk
• Veterinary Voices UK (Facebook closed discussion group) -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/veterinaryvoicesuk

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E27: Why suicide among Veterinarians is a growing problem

Recently, Menopause is a topic which has been highlighted in the news - all women will experience it to some level, at some stage in their life and even though menopause is a natural part of aging - it can be a very distressing process to come to terms with. For some, the Symptoms and treatment methods are not understood - with many women experiencing unknown perimenopause symptoms for years.

Psychotherapist specialising in helping and supporting her clients manage their menopause - Kim Thomas, joins us to share her knowledge and key insights with you about this very important topic...

Kim is a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist and a trained Human Givens and Person Centred  psychotherapist. Over the years Kim has helped hundreds of individuals move forwards in life. Kim Supports her clients to let go of any old beliefs they may be holding onto.

Topics covered:
- What menopause is including perimenopause - understanding is key.
- How menopause affects women emotionally and physically - and their relationships with partners and loved ones.
- How to cope with menopause?
- Diagnosing menopause - am I going through the menopause or experiencing something else?
- Menopause symptoms and treatment methods
- How to regain our sense of control
 - How the human givens approach can help
- What lifestyle changes can help
- How to approach someone who is suffering the effects of Menopause
- How can a therapist help - and when to seek help from a therapist

Resources:
Human Givens Approach - https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
Find a human givens therapist - https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist
7/11 breathing - https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/delve-our-extensive-library/resources-and-techniques/7-11-breathing-how-does-deep
Become a HG psychotherapist > www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/
Explore our mental health training events > www.humangivens.com/college
FREE mental health resources > https://www.humangivens.com/2021/12/20/free-mental-health-resources/

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E28: Menopause - how to face the challenge of change

Supporting people through fertility treatment - a very important topic... 

Our expert is Sarah Denning - Sarah qualified as a midwife in 2001 and as a birth trauma therapist in 2018 and has worked both within the NHS and in private practice for the last 20 years. 

More recently Sarah’s career has taken her into fertility nursing in an IVF clinic. 

Fertility problems can be the most distressing experiences for anyone who wants a child. It is a shock, completely changing people’s perception of themselves and their imagined future selves as parents. Patients can struggle with their emotions, a sense of loss as well as intense anxiety about treatment. 

Recognising the need for additional support Sarah set up an emotional wellbeing clinic to complement the counselling service, providing patients with much-needed support and guidance.

"I was really happy with the support I received from the counsellor and found the type of treatment was different to anything I had tried before. I felt like my counsellor understood my situation and was able to provide the best type of support for my needs. I had a much better experience than previous GP referrals to counselling. I really appreciate that there is counselling available specifically for people going through IVF. It would have made a big difference to me if that kind of specialised support had been offered by the hospital/midwife."

Resources:
Sarah Denning`s Therapist profile - https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/sarah-denning
British Infertility Counselling Association - https://www.bica.net
Donor Conception Network - https://www.dcnetwork.org
Fertility UK - https://www.fertilityuk.org
HGI Register - https://www.hgi.org.uk/therapist-register/register-qualified-human-givens-therapists
7/11 Breathing - https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/delve-our-extensive-library/resources-and-techniques/7-11-breathing-how-does-deep
Become a HG psychotherapist > https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/
Explore our mental health training events > https://www.humangivens.com/college
FREE mental health resources > https://www.humangivens.com/2021/12/20/free-mental-health-resources/

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E29: Supporting people through fertility treatment

Suffering from trauma can have a significantly detrimental impact on a person’s mental and physical health, and quality of life. It can also greatly affect the lives of those around them.

About our trauma and PTSD expert, Rosalind Townsend > Townsendhttps://www.humangivens.com/person/rosalind-townsend/

During this podcast, trauma and PTSD expert, Rosalind Townsend will be sharing valuable knowledge and key insights to answer and explore the following questions... 

What is trauma?  
How to know if you’ve been traumatised? 
How does trauma affect people emotionally and physically? 
Why are some people traumatised by an event whilst others are not?
Why is it important to resolve untreated trauma?
Why is the Human Givens approach so effective for working with trauma
How the rewind technique works; its many advantages and applications
Why is psychoeducation so important when working with trauma?
Can we protect ourselves from trauma?
How can we support others suffering from the effects of trauma?
When to seek professional help
What is post-traumatic growth?
Working with trauma 
And so much more...

Rosalind Townsend (Ros) is an experienced psychotherapist and supervisor who combines private therapy work with referrals from Occupational Health and the NHS. She has a special interest in working with those affected by psychological trauma and has worked extensively with members of the blue-light services through Occupational Health and with military veterans, through the veterans charity, PTSD Resolution, of which she is also a Trustee. She is author of the highly regarded self-help book, ‘PTSD: Understanding and Recovery’.

Ros also tutors many training events for Human Givens College, including:

Understanding Trauma - Effective treatment and recovery online course > https://www.humangivens.com/college/understanding-trauma-online-course/

Trauma: Patterns of the past - Understanding the causes, symptoms and best ways to treat PTSD live online event > https://www.humangivens.com/college/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-online-course/

Guided imagery and visualisation for therapeutic change (1-day workshop) - an essential skill required for removing phobias, curing PTSD, lifting depression and overcoming addictions or self-harm, and is also useful for raising self-confidence and increasing motivation > https://www.humangivens.com/college/guided-imagery-and-visualisation-workshop/

The Rewind Technique: Effective treatment for Trauma (PTSD) and Phobias - (2-day workshop) > https://www.humangivens.com/college/rewind-technique-training-workshop/

Useful Resources: 

Rosalind Townsend tutor profile - https://www.humangivens.com/person/rosalind-townsend/

Rosalind Townsend therapist profile - https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/rosalind-townsend

7/11 Breathing
https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/delve-our-extensive-library/resources-and-techniques/7-11-breathing-how-does-deep

Emotional Needs Audit
https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/emotional-needs-audit-ena

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E30: How untreated trauma can cast a shadow over your future

Healthy couple and family relationships are vital for both adults’ and children’s health and wellbeing. All relationships hit hard times at some stage and research shows that it’s not the appearance of conflict, but rather how it’s managed that predicts the success or failure of a relationship and that relationship support can make a world of difference.

Couples Therapy Masterclass, Online Training Event - https://www.humangivens.com/college/couples-therapy-a-practical-masterclass-live-online-training/

Couples Therapy Expert - Jennifer Broadley: https://www.humangivens.com/person/jennifer-broadley/

In this podcast, our expert will cover:
What are the common reasons couples need counselling?
When should couples seek help?
How can a human givens therapist help restore a relationship?
What can couples do to help their relationships thrive?
How do you know if a relationship is or is becoming toxic?
Is it ever too late to seek help from a couples therapist?
Top tips for creating a thriving relationship. 

Couples Therapy Training > 
Couples Therapy - a practical online masterclass - https://www.humangivens.com/college/couples-therapy-a-practical-masterclass-live-online-training/
Couples Therapy: Neurodiversity and relationships - https://www.humangivens.com/college/couples-therapy-neurodiversity-relationships-live-online-training/
Couples Therapy: Parenting, Menopause and Retirement - https://www.humangivens.com/college/couples-therapy-parenting-menopause-retirement-live-online-training/
Couples Therapy: Is Narcissism the problem? - https://www.humangivens.com/college/couples-therapy-narcissism-live-online-training/

Helpful Resources > 
Jennifer Broadley`s therapist profile - https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/jennifer-broadley
Self-compassion live online training - https://www.humangivens.com/college/self-compassion-course-live-online-training/
Menopause and facing the challenge of that change podcast with Kim Thomas - https://soundcloud.com/humangivens/episode-28-menopause-and-facing-the-challenge-of-that-change-with-kim-thomas
Meeting your 9 emotional needs - human givens - https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/what-are-the-human-givens/
FREE human givens ebook - https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/human-givens-ebook/

About our expert > 
Jennifer Broadley is a Human Givens psychotherapist with thriving online private practice. She is also a trained executive and corporate coach with an independent, external coaching practice operating successfully since 2003. Jennifer is also a tutor at the Human Givens College, where she delivers our couples therapy workshops, helping delegates to navigate the journey of two people, addressing natural tensions and finding ways to mature and develop relationships over time.

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E31: Couples Counselling - is it ever too late?

We are delighted to be joined by Dr Aric Sigman to explore this important topic -  Is screen time impacting children's physical and mental health? 
https://www.humangivens.com/college/all-courses/?category=children-teens 

During this episode, Dr Sigman will be sharing his valuable knowledge and insights - as well as answering the following questions:

Is screen time impacting children's physical and mental health?
What age and gender range is most affected?
What is the recommended amount of time children/ teenagers should spend online?
How does screen time impact children’s physical and mental health
Can screen time impact children’s development?
How can we manage children’s screen time?
Screen time can be spent in different ways - is one better than another?
How can we help children thrive?

About Dr Aric Sigman:
Dr Sigman is a Fellow of both the Royal Society of Biology and the Royal Society of Medicine, an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and a Chartered Scientist. His first degree was in Psychology which he followed with a Masters in The Neurophysiological Basis of Behaviour, before doing a Ph.D. in the field of the role of attention in autonomic nervous system self-regulation.

Today Aric delivers PSHE talks to children, parents and staff at schools, as well as lectures to medical schools, NHS doctors and conferences. He is a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on a Fit and Healthy Childhood and publishes peer-reviewed medical papers on health and development subjects. To date he has authored five books on PSHE-related topics including Getting Physical which won The Times Educational Supplement's Information Book Award. He is also on the editorial advisory board for the Human Givens Journal.

Helpful Resources >
Children's mental health training:
How to help children thrive - https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-help-children-thrive-online/
How to help young people who self harm: https://www.humangivens.com/college/help-young-people-who-self-harm-live-online-webinar/
How to support teenagers through the stress of starting university life:  https://www.humangivens.com/college/starting-university/
How to reduce anxiety in students and young people: https://www.humangivens.com/college/student-anxiety/
How to create healing stories for distressed children: https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-create-healing-stories-for-children/

Further Resources >
Dr Aric Sigman's website: https://www.aricsigman.com/
Children's mental health information: https://www.humangivens.com/2020/01/31/childrens-mental-health/
Troubled young minds article:  https://www.humangivens.com/2019/10/02/troubled-young-minds/
Meeting your 9 emotional needs - what are the human givens: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/what-are-the-human-givens/
FREE human givens ebook: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/human-givens-ebook/

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E32: Is screen time impacting children's physical and mental health? with Dr Aric Sigman

Insightful and thought-provoking - this episode explores a range of important questions including - what is a society for?  Why do we need a healthy society? How has a healthy society changed over time? How can the human givens approach help to create a flourishing society? 

During this stimulating discussion, many essential elements are explored: well-being, purpose, pleasure, harmony, emotional needs, mental health and so much more. 

"Society exists to promote and maintain the well-being of it's citizens so they can flourish" Aristotle

Our inspiring speaker is Dr Gareth Hughes > www.humangivens.com/person/gareth-hughes/

Gareth is a human givens psychotherapist, researcher, nationally recognised expert on university mental health and wellbeing, Fellow of the HGI and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (PFHEA) and Educational Director for the Human Givens College.

Useful Resources > 
Influential Philosophers
Aristotle - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aristotle
Michael Sandel - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Sandel

Explore the Human Givens Approach > 
HG Approach:  www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
Human Givens Diploma: www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/

Courses Gareth tutors > 
In-person workshops:
The Therapeutic Power of Language - https://www.humangivens.com/college/therapeutic-language-workshop/
How to tell stories that heal - https://www.humangivens.com/college/stories-that-heal-workshop/

Online webinars:
How to support teenagers through the stress of starting university life - https://www.humangivens.com/college/starting-university-webinar/
How to reduce anxiety in students and young people - https://www.humangivens.com/college/student-anxiety-webinar/

Find your nearest human givens therapist - www.hgi.org.uk/?q=find-therapist

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E33: How to create a flourishing society with Dr Gareth Hughes

"They saved my life and changed my life" - Hannah Phillips has struggled with mental health illnesses for as long as she can remember, starting with OCD. Her empowering story is packed full of emotional lows, highs, laughter and hope...

This episode contains content that some listeners may find upsetting - trauma and suicide risk. 

About Hannah: 
Hannah Phillips is a writer, mental health activist and founder of Wonderful Women, a concept that brings together inspiring women through live events, blogs and podcasts. Until recently Hannah worked for Run Wales, supporting and encouraging people across Wales to take up running. She is the author of ‘No Run Intended’, a book that charts her relationship with running and indeed with herself along the way. 

Hannah has written and talked extensively about her own experience of mental health difficulties and is a relentless campaigner, particularly for Big Moose, a charity helping those struggling with their mental health which uses HG therapists, through whom Hannah found support. Hannah regularly talks about her experiences and the importance of getting the right help. 

Hannah is now training to become a human givens therapist herself - she is on a mission to help others... https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/

Thank you Hannah for sharing your story with us. 

Useful Resources >
Human Givens College Training: https://www.humangivens.com/college/
OCD: https://www.humangivens.com/college/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-live-online-training/
Trauma: https://www.humangivens.com/college/understanding-trauma-online-course/
Depression: https://www.humangivens.com/college/break-the-cycle-of-depression-online-course/
Reducing Suicide Risk: https://www.humangivens.com/college/how-to-manage-suicide-risk-live-online-training/
bigmoose Cafe: https://www.bigmoosecoffeecompany.cu

Continue to follow Hannah's journey: https://www.instagram.com/hannah_the_person_/
No Run Intended book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B014FWOMNE/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0
Wonderful Women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/658245222470524/

If you have been affected by any of the issues in this podcast and would like to work with a Human Givens therapist the register can be found at https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist

If you feel like you are in an emergency situation, please contact 999 or visit your local A&E Department.

Listed below are some trusted organisations, charities or helplines that may also be able to assist you or a loved one:

•	Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/
•	SHOUT: https://giveusashout.org/
•	OCD Action: https://ocdaction.org.uk/
•	OCD UK: https://www.ocduk.org/

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Thank you. 

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Human Givens Podcast Series

E34: OCD, bigmoose and me

She arrived in this country with one bag and two children...

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has caused the worst refugee crisis in Europe since the Second World War. More than eight million refugees from Ukraine fled for protection in Europe. As the Ukrainian government is currently not permitting men aged 18-60 to leave the country, most refugees are women and young children, which is why therapist, Keri Hartwright, in collaboration with The Big Red Bus Club charity, has created a project to support Ukrainian women's mental health and well-being - all of which is underpinned by the human givens approach: www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/

This podcast emphasises the importance of this statement - when too many innate physical and emotional needs are not being met in the environment, or when our resources are used incorrectly, unwittingly or otherwise, we suffer considerable distress.

Our 9 essential emotional needs are: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/what-are-the-human-givens/

Our guest, Keri Hartwight, has a wealth of experience – from being a paediatric nurse, school nurse and a Human Givens therapist - to supporting charities and creating projects to help improve the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. Her work is truly inspirational.

Resources: 
About Keri Hartwright: 
HG Therapist profile: https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/keri-hartwright
Website:  https://mentalhealthhq.co.uk/
Brain Tools project: https://mentalhealthhq.co.uk/mental-health-in-teens-greenwich/
The Big Red Bus Club: https://www.thebigredbusclub.com/
Ukrainian Support Greewich: https://ukrainiansupportgreenwich.org.uk/sample-page/


Human Givens Approach: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/ 

Human Givens Therapy: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/human-givens-therapy/

Become a HG therapist: https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/ 

Explore our evidenced-based mental health training: https://www.humangivens.com/college/all-courses/

Please could you kindly rate and review the podcast, thank you.

Wishing you good health and happiness, from the Human Givens Institute www.hgi.org.uk/

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E35: Supporting Ukrainian refugees, women living in crisis and uncertainty

Tackling mental health in sport with Dr Phil Clarke. 

A fascinating and insightful discussion about sports psychology, performance psychology, and behavioural science -  if you have the desire to help people, this podcast is for you.

Dr. Clarke is an experienced lecturer, researcher, and consultant in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology at UOD where he completed his PhD exploring the role of psychological predictors in pressure performance.

Phil has a passion for human performance, wellbeing, and mental health whilst supporting individuals in achieving their potential, whether that is in the classroom, the boardroom, or sport. 

Alongside his lecturing role, Phil is also the current Sport Psychology Lead with both Team Derby and the Derbyshire Institute of Sport where he supports a range of elite athletes and coaches in their sporting ventures. Phil has also applied these principles to other performance environments and now researches and provides consultancy in a range of other performance domains including education, corporate, aviation, and military scenarios. Phil has presented his award-winning research both nationally and internationally at a range of conferences over the last decade. 

Phil believes it is important to ensure he continues to work in all three areas consultancy, education, and research to continue to drive the discipline forward but to also ensure his practice is scientifically informed with the latest research and thinking to support his clients to also help shape the performance environments which leaders and teams create to achieve high performance.


Useful Resources: 
Dr Phil Clarke: https://www.drphilclarke.co.uk/

Human Givens College Training: https://www.humangivens.com/college/

Our Human Needs and Resources: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/what-are-the-human-givens/

The Power of Language masterclass: https://www.humangivens.com/college/therapeutic-language-workshop/

E36: Tackling Mental Health In Sport With Dr Phil Clarke

Long COVID is a pressing public health issue that needs more attention. With a wide range of symptoms and no standard definition, many are suffering without proper diagnosis or treatment. In this podcast, Jayne Timmins offers valuable insights on how to move forward from Long COVID with practical skills for relieving stress, depression, loneliness, chronic fatigue, and more. Let's raise awareness and support those struggling with this complex condition.

Resources: 

7/11 breathing: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/delve-our-extensive-library/resources-and-techniques/7-11-breathing-how-does-deep. A local hospital has commissioned Suffolk Mind to run a course addressing unmet emotional needs and teaching 7/11 breathing, sleep habits, and negative thoughts, for people accessing the hospital's long covid service. 

Emotional needs audit: https://www.hgi.org.uk/sites/default/files/hgi/Emotional-Needs-Audit.pdf

The human givens approach: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/

Fontline19 Charity: https://www.frontline19.com/

Referenced Evidence: 

Who Is Most Likely to Get Long COVID? Medscape article:  https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/990160?ecd=WNL_trdalrt_pos1_ous_230330&uac=429773DJ&impID=5291352

Long COVID: how lost connections between nerve cells in the brain may explain cognitive symptoms: https://theconversation.com/long-covid-how-lost-connections-between-nerve-cells-in-the-brain-may-explain-cognitive-symptoms-192702

BBC Sounds – Breathing Lyrical - Can a 13th-century Persian poem help you recover from long Covid?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00193n5

Subsequent studies have found that some people with long covid symptoms never actually had covid in the first place: https://bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/1/1/e000060 

Weaponising ‘long Covid’ damaged public trust: https://unherd.com/newsroom/weaponising-long-covid-damaged-public-trust/

Human Givens journal interview with neurologist Suzanne O'Sullivan:
https://www.hgi.org.uk/sites/default/files/hgi/hg-journal-vol-28-no1-the-social-elephant-in-the-room-article.pdf 

About Jayne Timmins: 
Jayne is an experienced Human Givens therapist and supervisor based in Carmarthenshire where she has worked in a variety of different settings including schools, as well as with young people outside of the education system, in GPs surgeries and also for Dyfed Powys Police as their counsellor and psychological services coordinator. 

For many years Jayne worked as a nurse both within the NHS and the Care Home sector. Now retired from nursing Jayne runs a successful private practice and also lectures on a counselling degree at the University of Wales Trinity St David’s where she teaches modules on neurobiology and trauma. 

During the pandemic many Covid-19 patients developed a myriad of acute medical problems, some of which required invasive treatment but even in cases that didn’t, in much milder cases, patients have been surprised by some of the mid- and long-term consequences requiring rehabilitation. Whilst there has been research and there are some evidence based approaches out there, there is still so much we are yet to understand and there is an increasing interest in the role of rehabilitation both from a medical and a psychotherapeutic approach in patients’ recovery. The interest of course is further fuelled by how the consequences of quarantine, social isolation, movement restriction, and healthcare systems’ disruption also play their part. 

View Jayne's therapist profile here - https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/jayne-timmins

E37: Supporting clients with long COVID with Jayne Timmins

In this warm and inviting podcast, Karen Hautz shares her heartfelt dedication, specialist knowledge and compassionate approach to supporting neurodiverse individuals, including those with specific learning differences such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism, and ADHD. With a focus on holistic care, Karen extends her support beyond the individual, assisting their families too. 

Karen's aim is enrich the lives of neurodiverse individuals and their loved ones. 
"I think it's our duty to all be familiar with the different characteristics so that we're already creating a curious and compassionate society", Karen says. 

During this engaging conversation Karen sheds light on her effective counselling services which she offers both online and in her private practice. Discover how she creates a welcoming atmosphere, fostering inclusivity, empathy, and growth for neurodiverse communities in every interaction.

About Karen Hautz: 
Karen, is a compassionate professional whose journey has embraced various industry sectors including healthcare, corporate environments, and private practice. From working as a dedicated speech therapist in the NHS to delving into business development and marketing in the corporate sector, Karen's professional journey led her to become a human givens counsellor - offering support and strategies to help you navigate through life’s challenges.

To find our more about Karen, please click the links below: 
Website: https://www.karenhautz.com/
Therapist register: https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/karen-hautz

Discover more about the human givens:
The human givens approach: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
Psychotherapist/Counsellor Diploma: https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/
Mental Health training: https://www.humangivens.com/college/
Couples Therapy: Neurodiversity and relationships live online training event:
https://www.humangivens.com/college/couples-therapy-neurodiversity-relationships-live-online-training/

Thank you for listening.

E38: Neurodiversity - an essential part of our society with Karen Hautz

Psychotherapist Fiona Sheldon, has a private practice in Wiltshire, where she helps people struggling with obesity and associated body image difficulties.  

In this podcast Fiona explores the intrinsic connection between eating behaviours and emotional disorders, including past trauma, and offers in-depth guidance on how therapists can help people struggling with these issues to find a route back to living healthy and fulfilling lives.

Helpful resources: 
Working with eating disorders > Disordershttps://www.humangivens.com/college/eating-disorders-training-workshop/
Understanding eating difficulties live online training event > https://www.humangivens.com/college/understanding-eating-difficulties-online-course/
The human givens approach > https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/
Become a human givens psychotherapist > https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/
Mental health training events > https://www.humangivens.com/college/all-courses/

If you enjoyed this podcast, please write a review.

Thank you.

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E19: Obesity - How to restore the person behind it

Welcome to The Good Mental Health Podcast - where we share inspiring interviews about mental health, psychology and well-being. From specialists to real-life cases - each holds key insights, evidence-based knowledge, research, free resources and hope. 

Please could you kindly rate and review the podcast, thank you. 

Wishing you good health and happiness, from the Human Givens Institute https://www.hgi.org.uk/