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What is a distance learning psychology masters like?
Looking at part-time distance psychology masters with Gavin Clarke. Insights and challenges. #PsychologyMasters #DistanceLearning
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Understanding the Three Types of Burnout: Insights from Dr. Claire Plumbly
Explore the three types of burnout with Dr. Claire Plumbly on the Aspiring Psych Podcast. Learn to recognise and manage burnout effectively.
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Why are Honorary Assistant Psychologist Roles Controversial?
Unpaid honorary assistant psychologist roles exploit labour, limit diversity, & hinder professional growth. It's time for fair compensation
Oct 4, 20242 min read


Coping with Trauma personally and professionally with Dr Yvonne waft
Dr. Yvonne Waft discusses disability, diversity, and coping with trauma with Dr. Marianne Trent, highlighting the need for inclusivity.
Oct 4, 20242 min read


Exploring the Role of Psychology in Catastrophic Injury Cases: An Interview with Dr. Shabnam Berry-Khan
Explore the vital role of psychology in catastrophic injury cases & case management, illuminated through an insightful podcast conversation
Oct 4, 20243 min read


How did you get started in Psychology and what has been your journey so far?
How did Dr Marianne start and advance her career as an Aspiring & qualified clinical psychologist? Here's the potted history!
Oct 4, 20243 min read


Do you need a Master's Degree to further your Psychology career?
Do you always need a master's degree to further your professional psychology career?
We answer this for you today!
Oct 4, 202421 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


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


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


Should you attend psychology interviews when you already have job offers?
You or someone you know may find themselves in the position of being offered multiple interviews for roles and courses. What to do?
Oct 4, 202411 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


How to become a clinical psychologist in the UK
I thought now might be a good time to dial it right back and talk about how people can learn more about the steps involved for qualifying.
Oct 4, 20244 min read


How to have boundaries when socialising as a mental health professional
How do we have boundaries & not therapise our friends & strangers when we are off duty?
Do you tell people what do you do for a living?
Aug 29, 20229 min read


What does success look like in professional psychology?
By Dr Marianne Trent Success in psychology looks like different things to different people. It might look like getting your Psychology A...
Jun 4, 20221 min read


How to deal with DClinPsy Disappointment - Clinical Psychology - Clearing House - My Top Tips
by Dr Marianne Trent, Clinical Psychologist So, let's talk about the DClinPsy application process. For those of you in the know, you will...
Mar 11, 20225 min read


The 3 essential qualities you need for success in Clinical Psychology
By: Evan Flynn for Good Thinking Psychological Services Clinical Psychology is a difficult profession - there is no doubt about that....
Oct 18, 20214 min read


Life events happen before, during and after DClinPsy Training
by Dr Marianne Trent, Clinical Psychologist 14 years ago, it was 2007 and I had just been involved in a car crash which left me needing...
Sep 22, 20212 min read
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