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Refection, Growth & Personal Development as a Trainee Clinical Psychologist
Psychology journey insights with Phil Pampoulov: Placements, personal growth, & avoiding burnout. A celebration of evolving pride & wisdom
Oct 4, 20245 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 is knitting good for mental health?
Dr Marianne & Dr. Mia Hobbs discuss therapeutic knitting: journey, benefits, challenges, and connecting via Instagram and podcast.
Oct 4, 20243 min read


What is a mental health and wellbeing practitioner? (MHWP)
What is a mental health and wellbeing practitioner (MHWP) and how do you train as one? Dr Marianne chats with a qualified MHWP to explore.
Oct 4, 20243 min read


From Stigma to Strength: Empowering Men's Mental Health
Explore the vital discussion on men's mental health, delving into stigma, creating safe spaces, and empowering well-being with Dr. T Ajayi
Oct 4, 20243 min read


What are the Five Stages of Burnout: Insights from Dr. Claire Plumbly - Clinical Psychologist
Explore the five stages of burnout with Dr. Claire Plumbly. Learn to recognise and manage burnout effectively.
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


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


How to learn and revise better for psychology exams and interviews
What if I told you that all the ways you currently revise for exams and interviews are wrong? And then told you the better ones?
Oct 4, 202411 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


What you need to know as a psychology student
This article has been amended from episode 104 of The Aspiring psychologist Podcast. You can listen to it here or watch it here. In a...
Oct 4, 20242 min read


Learning about leadership, inclusion & emotional intelligence as an Aspiring Psychologist
Kul Mahay, shares his experience of developing leadership training for aspiring psychologists and talking about emotional intelligence
Oct 4, 202427 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


Dr Marianne Trent answers questions from an Aspiring Psychologist
Dr Marianne Trent answers questions by Aspiring psychologist Ben Munro
Oct 4, 202420 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


How to excel as a psychology student
Dr. Marianne Trent reflects on her psychology undergraduate experience, emphasising the value of friendships, work-life balance, exploration
Oct 4, 20242 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 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
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