Professor Paul Gilbert, a clinical psychologist, bestselling author and the Founder of Compassion Focused Therapy. Paul has dedicated his life to researching the science of compassion and how it can be applied to alleviate suffering and promote wellbeing. He is the author of numerous books, including “The Compassionate Mind”, “Mindful Compassion”, “Living Like Crazy”, “Overcoming Depression”, and most recently: “Compassion Focused Therapy: Clinical Practice and Applications”. In 2011, Paul was awarded an OBE for his continued contribution in mental healthcare.

In this wide ranging conversation, we discuss: 

— Why Paul has devoted his life to understanding and applying compassion to alleviate suffering

— The core foundations CFT is built upon

— How to “get through” to difficult clients in therapy

— The evolutionary origins of shame and guilt, and the role they play in mental health and more. 

You can learn more about Paul’s work and trainings in CFT by going to www.compassionatemind.co.uk.  

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Professor Paul Gilbert, FBPsS, PhD, OBE is a British clinical psychologist, the founder of compassion focused therapy (CFT), compassionate mind training (CMT) and author of books such as The Compassionate Mind: A New Approach to Life’s Challenges, Overcoming Depression.

He has researched evolutionary approaches to psychopathology for over 40 years with a special focus on the roles of mood, shame and self-criticism in various mental health difficulties for which Compassion Focused Therapy was developed. Professor Gilbert has written/edited 21 books and over 200 papers. In 2006 he established the Compassionate Mind Foundation as an international charity with the mission statement: “To promote wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of compassion”.

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Interview Links:

— www.compassionatemind.co.uk 

— Compassion Focused Therapy: Clinical Practice and Application: https://amzn.to/3ReGXAR 

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3 Books Professor Gilbert Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: 

— The Discovery Of The Unconscious - Henri Ellenberger: https://amzn.to/3uzAWVF 

— Archetype: A Natural History of the Self - Anthony Stevens: https://amzn.to/3PeTL8F 

— Civilized to Death - Chris Ryan: https://amzn.to/3yuzOnE

How Compassion Transforms the Mind - Professor Paul Gilbert OBE

TURS All Talk caught up with the fantastic Paul Gilbert ahead of the release of his latest studio album 'The Dio Album'. Talking anout our mutual admiration for the legendary vocalist Ronnie James Dio, the idea behind Paul creating the album and Paul's own superpower! Check out the full interview right here.

TURS All Talk With Paul Gilbert 2023

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Delve into the profound connection between compassion and evolution in this enlightening talk by Paul Gilbert. Discover how Compassion Focus Therapy, deeply rooted in understanding affiliative processing, offers insights into our motivations. Explore compassion as a potent motivation, encompassing sensitivity to suffering and an unwavering commitment to alleviating it. Gilbert unveils the core elements of compassion—courage to confront suffering and a resolute dedication to its relief. Learn how compassion intertwines with self-identity, the timeless Golden Rule, and ethical considerations. Gain fresh perspective on compassion's true essence: not mere niceness, but an active engagement with and transformation of suffering. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into the depths of human empathy and evolution.

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Professor Paul Gilbert, FBPsS, PhD, OBE is a British clinical psychologist, the founder of compassion focused therapy (CFT), compassionate mind training (CMT) and author of books such as The Compassionate Mind: A New Approach to Life’s Challenges, Overcoming Depression.

He has researched evolutionary approaches to psychopathology for over 40 years with a special focus on the roles of mood, shame and self-criticism in various mental health difficulties for which Compassion Focused Therapy was developed. Professor Gilbert has written/edited 21 books and over 200 papers. In 2006 he established the Compassionate Mind Foundation as an international charity with the mission statement: “To promote wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of compassion”.

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Interview Links:

— Professor Gilbert's website: https://www.compassionatemind.co.uk

— Compassion Focused Therapy: Clinical Practice and Application: https://amzn.to/3ReGXAR 

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3 Books Professor Gilbert Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: 

— The Discovery Of The Unconscious - Henri Ellenberger: https://amzn.to/3uzAWVF 

— Archetype: A Natural History of the Self - Anthony Stevens: https://amzn.to/3PeTL8F 

— Civilized to Death - Chris Ryan: https://amzn.to/3yuzOnE

The Evolutionary Psychology of Compassion - Prof. Paul Gilbert OBE

Embark on a thought-provoking journey as we delve into the intricacies of human nature, history, compassion, and evolution. With a poignant analogy of a lost baby's name tag at a hospital, we navigate the balance of good and bad news in life, gaining insights that resonate. Uncover the profound layers of compassion, transcending mere kindness, and discover the resolute commitment to confront suffering's root causes. Professor Paul Gilbert skillfully underscores the pivotal role of comprehending the human brain and the art of crafting intricate social systems. Attachment theories intertwine with the exploration of caring behaviors' evolution, illuminating their profound impact on emotional growth and relationships.

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Professor Paul Gilbert, FBPsS, PhD, OBE is a British clinical psychologist, the founder of compassion focused therapy (CFT), compassionate mind training (CMT) and author of books such as The Compassionate Mind: A New Approach to Life’s Challenges, Overcoming Depression.

He has researched evolutionary approaches to psychopathology for over 40 years with a special focus on the roles of mood, shame and self-criticism in various mental health difficulties for which Compassion Focused Therapy was developed. Professor Gilbert has written/edited 21 books and over 200 papers. In 2006 he established the Compassionate Mind Foundation as an international charity with the mission statement: “To promote wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of compassion”.

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Interview Links:

— Professor Gilbert's website: https://www.compassionatemind.co.uk

— Compassion Focused Therapy: Clinical Practice and Application: https://amzn.to/3ReGXAR 

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3 Books Professor Gilbert Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: 

— The Discovery Of The Unconscious - Henri Ellenberger: https://amzn.to/3uzAWVF 

— Archetype: A Natural History of the Self - Anthony Stevens: https://amzn.to/3PeTL8F 

— Civilized to Death - Chris Ryan: https://amzn.to/3yuzOnE

Attachment Theory, Compassion, & The Nervous System - Prof. Paul Gilbert OBE

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In this episode, I’m joined by Professor Paul Gilbert and Professor Jeremy Holmes. Paul is the developer of Compassion Focused Therapy and one of the world’s leading clinical psychologists studying the scientific application of compassion in therapeutic practice. Jeremy is an award winning attachment expert, clinician, and author, whose books include: In Search of the Secure Base, Attachment & Psychotherapy, and most recently The Spirit of Psychotherapy. 

In this wide ranging discussion, we explore:

— The difference between “safety” and “safeness” and why this is vital to understand in therapeutic practice

— How early attachment dynamics shape our developmental trajectory and relationships throughout life

— How attachment theory helped to form the theoretical foundations of Compassion Focused Therapy.

And more.

You can find Jeremy’s books at http://bit.ly/jh-books and learn more about Paul’s work at http://compassionatemind.co.uk  

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Professor Paul Gilbert, FBPsS, PhD, OBE is a British clinical psychologist, the founder of compassion focused therapy (CFT), compassionate mind training (CMT) and author of books such as The Compassionate Mind: A New Approach to Life’s Challenges, Overcoming Depression.

He has researched evolutionary approaches to psychopathology for over 40 years with a special focus on the roles of mood, shame and self-criticism in various mental health difficulties for which Compassion Focused Therapy was developed. Professor Gilbert has written/edited 21 books and over 200 papers. In 2006 he established the Compassionate Mind Foundation as an international charity with the mission statement: “To promote wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of compassion”.

Professor Jeremy Holmes is a clinician, author, leading Attachment expert, and three-time speaker at The Weekend University.

For 35 years, he was Consultant Psychiatrist/Medical Psychotherapist at University College London (UCL) and then in North Devon, UK, and Chair of the Psychotherapy Faculty of the Royal College of Psychiatrists 1998-2002. 

He is visiting Professor at the University of Exeter, and lectures nationally and internationally. In addition to 200+ peer-reviewed papers and chapters in the field of psychoanalysis and attachment theory, his books include John Bowlby and Attachment Theory, Exploring In Security, Attachment in Therapeutic Practice, and most recently: “The Brain has a Mind of Its Own”.

He was the recipient of the Bowlby-Ainsworth Founders Award 2009.

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Interview Links:

— Jeremy’s books - http://bit.ly/jh-books

— Paul’s work - http://compassionatemind.co.uk

Attachment and Compassion in Psychotherapy — Paul Gilbert and Jeremy Holmes

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