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The Psychology of professional football with Daniel Jinadu - Maidenhead United
The parallels between professional football and psychology with 1st class psychology graduate and Maidenhead United player Daniel Jinadu
Oct 4, 20243 min read


What is an Occupational Psychologist? Organisational Psychology
Explore occupational psychology with Joe Gray & Dr Marianne. From education to real-world impact, discover career insights & guidance
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Navigating Suicide Prevention: A Conversation with Steve Phillip of The Jordan Legacy
Steve Phillip shares his journey from loss to action, advocating for suicide prevention and a zero suicide society through The Jordan Legacy
Oct 4, 20245 min read


Are you ignoring these burnout warning signs? Psychologist Anti-Burnout Tips
Discover how to manage burnout by understanding external and internal pressures in the final episode of Burnout Bites with Dr Claire Plumbly
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Exploring LGBTQ+ Identity in Psychology
Dive into the world of LGBTQ+ identity & research with trainee psychologist Phil Pampoulov. Explore challenges, compassion, & advocacy!
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Must have new book for Aspiring Psychologists - Competition - The Aspiring Psychologist Collective
The brand new book: The Aspiring Psychologist Collective is now available. You can also enter a competition.
Oct 4, 20244 min read


Why do we set goals which make us feel bad?
Are the goals we set always on our side? How can we make them work for us rather than against us? This blog post guides the way for you!
Oct 4, 20243 min read


What if you do actually quit psychology?
Psychology is a tricky career and not everyone chooses to pursue professional qualification? So what if you quit and do something else?
Oct 4, 202419 min read


How to use Psychology in a war zone
Dr Marianne Trent and Dr Alistair Teager applied clinical psychology in Ukraine, prioritising both professional duty and personal wellbeing
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Training as a Psychologist outside the U.K. and reducing perfectionism - with Michaela Thomas
Not all qualified psychologists in the the U.K. trained here.
And just why is perfectionism so rife in psychology? Michaela Thomas explains
Oct 4, 202428 min read


The little known way to become a qualified psychologist - with Anagha Sharma
There's a little known way to become a qualified psychologist and myself and Anagha Sharma would like to tell you about it!
Oct 4, 202425 min read


What are clinical notes and how and why do we keep them?
What are clinical notes and why do we keep them? How do we keep them? Dr Marianne Trent, Clinical Psychologist explains.
Oct 4, 202412 min read


How to cope with the next psychology application season if you are feeling disappointed
How to tackle the next psychology application cycle if you're feeling like you've had the stuffing knocked out of you from the last one!
Oct 4, 20248 min read


Why do you feel disappointed?
How can you feel disappointed after an interview when it was never yours to begin with? Dr Marianne Trent explains...
Oct 4, 20247 min read


Forensic Psychology, ADHD & Dyslexia with Amy Jayne Needham
What is forensic psychology? Can you be a professional psychologist with ADHD and Dyslexia? Amy Jayne Needham and Dr Marianne Trent discuss.
Oct 4, 202428 min read


How to work with Trauma as an Aspiring Psychologist
Working with trauma is a key area of competence for people working in mental health. Here's why!
Oct 4, 202411 min read


Navigating the Journey to Mental Wellbeing: A Conversation on Finding the Right Therapist
Dr Trent & Dr Quinn-Cirillo unveil insights in their book 'Talking Heads' finding a qualified therapist in the UK.
Jan 1, 20242 min read


Do we need New Year's Resolutions in Psychology? Are they helpful?
Do we need new year's resolutions and can we use them in our career?
Dr Marianne Trent discusses!
Jan 2, 20239 min read


The highs and lows of working in mental health settings at Christmas time
Working in mental health services at Christmas time can bring its own unique challenges. Get some advice and the low down from Dr Marianne.
Dec 20, 20228 min read


What is a Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP)? & How do you train as one?
by Dr Marianne Trent, Clinical Psychologist Welcome along to The Aspiring Psychologist Blog. This blog post is an adaptation of episode...
Sep 7, 202220 min read
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