Ask The Expert – a Human Givens podcast series

"All living things have a set of needs in order to thrive..." In this insightful episode, we're joined by the renowned psychologist Joe Griffin, Director and Co-Founder of the Human Givens approach. Joe has spent decades shaping the world of psychotherapy through his groundbreaking work in brief therapy and the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. His practical wisdom has transformed the practices of countless health professionals across the UK and beyond. Together, we explore the essence of good mental health: - What does good mental health look like? Joe offers a clear and relatable definition, helping us understand what it feels like in everyday life. - Challenging misconceptions: Discover common myths that may be preventing you from recognising or achieving healthy mental well-being. - Building resilience: Learn practical strategies for managing stress, fostering emotional resilience, and creating habits that sustain good mental health. - Life's influences: Explore the role of sleep, nutrition, exercise, and social connections in nurturing your mind, as well as the subtle signs that mental health may be declining. - Adapting to change: Joe shares how mental health needs evolve over time, providing actionable advice for every stage of life. We also tackle timely issues such as the impact of social media, how to have meaningful conversations about mental health, and the importance of our physical and social environments. If you're looking for expert insights and practical strategies to improve and sustain your mental health, this episode is for you. Join us as Joe Griffin shares his wisdom, leaving you with small but impactful changes you can make today for better mental well-being. Guest bio: https://www.humangivens.com/person/joe-griffin/ Joe Griffin - Director and Co-Founder of the Human Givens Approach: Joe Griffin is a highly respected psychologist and pioneer in the field of psychotherapy, with decades of experience in both practice and training. As co-developer of the Human Givens approach, he has profoundly influenced the field, focusing on practical, effective solutions to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Thousands of health professionals have benefited from his engaging workshops, seminars, and online courses. Recognised as one of the most informed and engaging speakers on human behaviour, Joe is at the forefront of skills-based therapy research and practice. He also advises businesses on reducing work-related stress and improving efficiency by addressing the innate needs of employees, customers, and stakeholders. Joe has co-written numerous influential books with Ivan Tyrrell, including: - Human Givens: An empowering approach to emotional health and clear thinking - How to Lift Depression… Fast - Why We Dream: The definitive answer - Freedom from Addiction: The secret behind successful addiction busting - How to Master Anxiety - Release from Anger: Practical help for controlling unreasonable rage - Godhead: The Brain's Big Bang – the explosive origin of creativity, mysticism and mental illness https://www.humangivens.com/publications/shop/books/ He has also authored ground-breaking monographs and articles on psychology, counselling, and human behaviour. Helpful Resources: The Human Givens Approach: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/ What are your emotional needs? www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/what-are-the-human-givens/ FREE Human Givens ebook: www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/human-givens-ebook/ Human Givens College - Deepen your knowledge and increase your effectiveness… Psychotherapy/Counselling Diploma: www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/ Explore HG College training courses - suitable for all: www.humangivens.com/college/ ​Please could you kindly rate and review the podcast, thank you.

Join Emma Wardropper, a compassionate advocate for those living with chronic illness, as she shares invaluable insights and techniques to enhance the lives of individuals facing health challenges. Drawing from her own journey living with Multiple Sclerosis and her professional background as a qualified Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Teacher, Emma offers a unique blend of the human givens approach and mindfulness techniques. Through her work, Emma aims to empower individuals to reclaim control over their health and wellbeing. Her passion shines through in her dedication to helping others make positive changes and embrace life to the fullest. This episode is packed full of practical advice, heartfelt stories, and effective strategies to navigate the complexities of chronic illness with resilience and grace. 'I am passionate about giving clients support in making healthy changes in their lives to feel better, calmer, live more in the present moment and get the most out of life,' says Emma.  Resources: Human Givens training: https://www.humangivens.com/college/all-courses/ Therapist profile: https://www.hgi.org.uk/find-therapist/therapist/emma-wardropper
 Website: https://emmawardropper.co.uk/ 7/11 breathing: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/delve-our-extensive-library/resources-and-techniques/7-11-breathing-how-does-deep MS Society: https://www.mssociety.org.uk/ Mindfulness Taster Sessions: https://www.mssociety.org.uk/care-and-support/local-support/local-groups/coventry-district-group/mindfulness-taster-sessions Guided imagery and visualisation workshop: https://www.humangivens.com/college/guided-imagery-and-visualisation-workshop/ Therapautic power of language workshop: https://www.humangivens.com/college/stories-that-heal-workshop/ Become a HG therapists: https://www.humangivens.com/college/diploma/your-diploma-journey/

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.

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

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/

'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/ #TheGoodMentalHealthPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness #HumanNeeds

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"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/ Big Moose 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/

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 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 Thank you for listening.

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/ Thank you for listening.

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 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.

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. 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

Hello and welcome to another HG podcast. I'm Jo Baker and I'm part of the HG team. Today I'm going to be talking to our expert Sarah Denning about supporting people through fertility treatment. 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

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 ageing - 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 effects 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

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

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/ 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/

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 Please like, share, comment and subscribe. Thank you

Hello and welcome to another HG podcast. I'm Jo Baker and I'm part of the HG team. Today I'm going to be talking to our expert Ezra Hewing about How too little REM sleep can contribute to suicidal thoughts, self-harm and anxiety. 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. Ezra`s article in the Human Givens Journal - https://www.humangivens.com/publications/volume-28-no-2-2021/ 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/

Hello and welcome to another HG podcast. I'm Jo Baker and I'm part of the HG team. Today I'm going to be talking to our expert Alex Kennedy about Improving mental health for young people - One Step at a time. 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/

Hello and welcome to another HG podcast. I'm Jo Baker and I'm part of the HG team. Today I'm going to be talking to our expert Martin Dunne about working with anorexia - 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/ ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

We were delighted to have Malcolm Hanson as our podcast guest where he will share his knowledge and insights about our silent emergency - suicide. 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/ ) ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

We were honoured to have Joe Griffin as a guest on our podcast - in which he will be answering our audiences' pre-submitted questions about sleep and dreaming. 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. ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert' podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Anti-Bullying Week with Pat Capel. Bullying can happen to anyone at any time – and its impact on an individual’s mental health can be devastating. In this newly recorded audio series, Pat Capel – classroom teacher of 25 years and trained HG psychotherapist – shares invaluable insights and clear techniques that can be applied in any situation. By approaching bullying behaviour – and its consequences – through the lens of unmet emotional needs, Pat shows how the HG approach sheds light on why bullying behaviour happens, and unlocks practical and effective strategies for preventing – and stopping – it. Our impact is stronger when we work together. Discover how you can play your part … https://www.humangivens.com/2020/11/06/anti-bullying-week/

Anti-Bullying Week with Pat Capel. In this newly recorded audio series, Pat Capel – classroom teacher of 25 years and trained HG psychotherapist – shares invaluable insights and clear techniques that can be applied in any situation. By approaching bullying behaviour – and its consequences – through the lens of unmet emotional needs, Pat shows how the HG approach sheds light on why bullying behaviour happens, and unlocks practical and effective strategies for preventing – and stopping – it. The essence of the Human Givens approach is the idea that we all have emotional needs and that when these are met, we have the potential to be mentally fit and healthy. If we want to prevent bullying or prevent a child becoming a bully, we need to work really hard on satisfying each child’s emotional needs while they are in our care. School should be a safe environment for all children. For some, it might be the only time in the day when they do feel safe. Home might be chaotic or insecure. School should then be a place of refuge and security. But this will not happen when there is a bully on the prowl. That constant fear of when the bully might strike again is exhausting and very stressful. It makes the environment toxic for the young person. The could end up living in a constant state of flight or fight. No meaningful learning can happen when we are stuck in that state. A school needs to work very hard to satisfy every child’s emotional need for security. A school needs to make all children feel safe. By creating a nurturing environment, a school then becomes a place for learning a lot more than the formal aspects of a curriculum. We can then teach the young people skills and mechanisms to cope with what life throws at them. We need to make each child feel valued. They trust us when they feel valued, secure and part of a community. A trusting child will not bully others. Our impact is stronger when we work together. Discover how you can play your part … https://www.humangivens.com/2020/11/06/anti-bullying-week/

Anti-Bullying Week with Pat Capel. In Part 1, I mentioned our emotional needs and how schools can help to ensure that these are satisfied. Each child needs to feel that they are part of a community and that they have a real and significant connection to others. We all know that bullies themselves are often on the receiving end of bullying. And that can be because they do not feel a sense of connection. As teachers, we are in charge of a community: our classroom. We need to make each child in front of us feel part of that community. That means making every effort to include all the children in class discussion and activities. If we sense that someone is being excluded, we need to do whatever we can to integrate them back into the class. A child that does not feel part of the community will find ways to make themselves known. They act out. They disrupt others. They could become bullies just to be noticed. But if we can find ways to make each child feel valued within that community, they learn to respect themselves and others. We all have the emotional need for attention and we will seek out attention if we feel left out. By giving each child significant and meaningful attention, we are contributing to their mental health. By children learning when to give and receive attention, we are setting them up for a far more meaningful adulthood. But it starts learning to respect ourselves and others within the classroom. A respectful child will not bully others. Our impact is stronger when we work together. Discover how you can play your part … https://www.humangivens.com/2020/11/06/anti-bullying-week/

Anti-Bullying Week with Pat Capel. In this newly recorded audio series, Pat Capel – classroom teacher of 25 years and trained HG psychotherapist – shares invaluable insights and clear techniques that can be applied in any situation. By approaching bullying behaviour – and its consequences – through the lens of unmet emotional needs, Pat shows how the HG approach sheds light on why bullying behaviour happens, and unlocks practical and effective strategies for preventing – and stopping – it. Another one of our emotional needs is the needs for status. This does not mean that we all want to be the top dog. But it suggests that we all want to be recognised for who and what we are. We are social beings and we all need to feel that our group recognises and values us. As teachers, we need to find ways to ensure that each child feels they have status in the classroom. These can be small things like basic rules of classroom management: if one of us is talking, the rest need to listen. And the teacher needs to model and enforce that rule. A particularly good piece of work can be used as a model for the rest of the class. No matter how small the piece of work. Reading out just one sentence can make someone’s day. Or a pupil might have a talent such as being a phenomenal speller. Call on that pupil to help you spell a word while you are working on the board. And do not be scared to call on a particular talent. Hand over to the expert pupil and let him or her teach part of a lesson. They then also learn that status comes with responsibility as others are relying on you. This in turn can lead to the emotional need for a sense of self-esteem and competency being fulfilled. I regularly make my pupils list the skills, techniques and competencies they have learnt in my classroom. But then I take it one step further and I ask the following question: in which other subjects or areas of your life can you use the skills and techniques? If they can learn that the skills are transferable, they feel a sense of control and accomplishment. And this in turn leads to confidence. A confident child is a happy child. A happy child will not bully others. Our impact is stronger when we work together. Discover how you can play your part … https://www.humangivens.com/2020/11/06/anti-bullying-week/

Anti-Bullying Week with Pat Capel. In this newly recorded audio series, Pat Capel – classroom teacher of 25 years and trained HG psychotherapist – shares invaluable insights and clear techniques that can be applied in any situation. By approaching bullying behaviour – and its consequences – through the lens of unmet emotional needs, Pat shows how the HG approach sheds light on why bullying behaviour happens, and unlocks practical and effective strategies for preventing – and stopping – it. The final emotional need that I am going to focus on is the need for meaning. This can be tricky as too often the pupil sees your subject as having no real meaning or value. It is just a subject that is uninteresting or possibly even really difficult but one that simply has to be done. Or homework is seen as meaningless as it is issued only to satisfy the school’s homework roster. The challenge then is to be able to explain the purpose of the homework and how it fits in to the grand scheme. I have a golden rule: If I cannot explain the purpose of a piece of homework, I don’t set it! A child who sees their immediate environment as meaningless, can act out in ways I mentioned earlier this week. It can also lead to increased anxiety and bullying might become the way for the anxiety to be expressed. Exam time is a very stressful time for many as other than a grade sheet, the pupil cannot see the purpose of the exams. As a teacher, you can reframe the exam so that it has meaning. One of the easiest ways to do that is to show how the exam is a gate to the next stage of life. It is not an obstacle that has to be overcome. It is an opportunity. Reduce the anxiety and replace it with a sense of meaning. A child who feels that what they are doing is meaningful will not become a bully.

Anti-Bullying Week with Pat Capel - Pat shows how the HG approach sheds light on why bullying behaviour happens, and unlocks practical and effective strategies for preventing – and stopping – it. I have been focusing on our emotional needs and how satisfying these could prevent a child becoming a bully. But the human givens perspective also mentions that there are potential barriers that can prevent these needs being met. One of them is a toxic environment. There is not much we as teachers can do when the child lives in a toxic environment. Yes, we can follow child protection guidelines and report it and allow the system to do what it can. But we have an obligation to ensure that our classroom is not toxic. Allow your classroom to be a safe refuge for all. A bully will have a story that you as the classroom teacher are not aware of. His or her innate guidance system might have been damaged by their past and present experiences. There might have been a trauma or their day to day existence could be traumatic. No-one can expect you to be a counsellor. But you might be the person that pupil trusts. Listen to them. Encourage them to seek help. Hopefully your school has a counsellor and you could gently encourage that pupil to seek assistance. But just listening to the pupil could make him or her feel valued and cared for. You have no idea the difference you could make. You are the adult in the room. You have learnt coping skills of your own over time. Some of the pupils in front of you could be missing these. Find ways to teach them. Be bold and step away from your scheme of work. Find ways to use your subject to teach something about life and how to cope with it. Lead by example by modelling the behaviour you wish to see. I have been speaking about bullying in the classroom. But it should be clear that these principles could be applied anywhere and to any workplace. We as adults have to be careful that we do not become bullies. By following the simple principles of doing what we can to help those around us to get their needs met, we create an environment that is to everyone’s benefit and will reduce the incidence of bullying and the damage that goes along with it. Our impact is stronger when we work together. Discover how you can play your part … https://www.humangivens.com/2020/11/06/anti-bullying-week/

Our latest expert is Fiona Sheldon, a Human Givens psychotherapist who works in 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.

“Sometimes in life we have to make a choice and take a chance, otherwise nothing changes" After nearly three decades working & studying in the Health & Social Care sector, Carmel set up her own wellbeing practice in 2016. Carmel is particularly interested in helping people deal with loneliness and social isolation - an interest which stems from her time managing West Norfolk Befriending, where she was employed to set up and develop a service to help tackle the growing problem. ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

"The more we understand about what's happening in the brain / body / mind, the more we're able to help our teenagers..." Richard Brook is a lecturer in Social work at the University of East Anglia, where he teaches a postgraduate module for qualified social workers on working with adolescents. He has over 20 years experience of working with children and families, young offenders, adolescents with emotional and behavioural difficulties, and parents. Richard is also a practising HG therapist, and tutors the one-day course - ‘How to work effectively with troubled and troublesome teenagers’ (https://www.humangivens.com/college/troubled-teens/) for Human Givens College. ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Anxiety is a huge problem for many young people today, affecting their mental health and ability to learn effectively. Joanna Baker is an HG therapist who works at the University of Derby as a Psycho-education Coordinator and trainer where she delivers workshops on various aspects of wellbeing. She works alongside Gareth Hughes, who tutors: 'Anxiety and Learning: How to improve students' academic performance and wellbeing'(https://www.humangivens.com/college/anxiety-and-learning/) course for HG college. Related Webinars: https://www.humangivens.com/college/anxiety-and-learning/ https://www.humangivens.com/person/college/starting-university/ ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

"Pain is a beast on your back bullying you - don't ignore it - instead confront it, listen to what it is telling you and change your behaviour to help relieve the threat it's creating. It is this thread which is triggering your brain to create pain…" Dr Grahame Brown is a specialist physician in Musculo-skeletal Sport & Exercise Medicine and works as part of the consultant surgical team at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust in Birmingham. He is also honorary senior clinical lecturer at The Institute of Occupational and Environmental Medicine at The University of Birmingham, where he tutors courses on work related musculoskeletal issues including occupational rehabilitation. He also teaches the Effective Pain Management course for Human Givens College. > View course: https://www.humangivens.com/college/pain-management/ ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

In 2016 Linda Allen launched her book “see you in two minutes Ma” which is an honest and frank account of living with the aftermath of her 15 year old son’s death by suicide. Linda now tells her story to numerous groups in Ireland which she hopes will bring solace and hope in difficult circumstances, turning adversity into positivity - choosing to live fully in the face of tragedy. You may also find the following link helpful: https://www.hgi.org.uk/useful-info/what-depression-%E2%80%93-and-how-deal-it ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Today we are listening in on a fascinating conversation between Ivan Tyrrell - Co-founder of the Human Givens approach and director of Human Givens College - and Farhad Dalal, who is a UK-based psychotherapist and author. Farhad Dalal’s book - CBT: The Cognitive Behavioural Tsunami: Managerialism, Politics, and the Corruptions of Science is a robust, detailed and psychologically sophisticated critique of the frightening place where modern managerialism, regulation and compliance have taken us. Thank you so much to Farhad and Ivan for sharing their knowledge and thoughts on this situation. Farhad’s book is available to listeners at a 20% discount here: www.routledge.com/9781782206644 and enter the code BSE19 at checkout. Find out more about HG: https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/about/ https://www.humangivens.com/human-givens/human-givens-therapy/hg-approach-difference/ ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

As you all know, Intimacy is one of our vital emotional needs. During this podcast Jennifer Broadley and Lee Pycroft (both human givens psychotherapists) discuss the importance of both emotional and physical intimacy. This podcast is packed full of useful information, key discussion points and wisdom - as well as a lot of fun and laughter… ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

As well as being an HG practitioner, Pat has been working as a secondary school teacher for over 25 years: both as a classroom teacher and also working with children with special educational needs. Over this time Pat became increasingly aware that a growing number of those around him - adults as well as children - didn’t have the necessary skills or resources to cope in today’s demanding world. He realised that by combining what he’d learnt from his HG training with his existing teaching knowledge and skills he could make a profound difference to people’s lives – and we’ll explore how in just a moment. Access the references mentioned in this podcast here: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/podcasts/episode-11-why-we-need-improve-wellbeing-schools ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

As well as being an HG practitioner, Andrew is a GP in Somerset were he has been a partner in a busy medical practice since 2000. Andrew has had a lifelong interest in nutrition and he developed, and tutors, the mind-body connection course for human givens college. ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

This time we speak to human givens psychotherapist Hannah Jackson and her client Emma. Emma suffered from psychological domestic abuse, from someone who she thought was a ‘loving and supportive’ partner… but after years of experiencing coercive control, she came to realise that his actions were abusive and she had to break away from his terrifying manipulative behaviour… To access the references mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/domestic-abuse #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

To help support Maternal Mental Health Awareness, Sara Shoesmith tells us why post-natal depression doesn’t mean you’re a bad parent. Sara has experienced first-hand how terrifying severe post-natal depression can be. Thankfully Sara received the help and guidance she needed to make a full recovery and she now activity promotes good emotional health through her website and Facebook page. To access the references mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/podcasts/post-natal-depression #MMHWeek2019 ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Our latest expert is Jennifer Broadley, a Human Givens psychotherapist with two successful private practices in Aberdeen and Dundee and extensive business and marketing experience. On this podcast Jennifer, who tutors the 'How to build a successful private practice' 1-day course, answers a wide range of questions sent in by other therapists, giving you plenty of tips and advice as she does so... View course: https://www.humangivenscollege.com/courses/building-a-thriving-therapy-practice.html To access the references mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/podcasts/how-make-your-private-practice-successful ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

On this podcast we asked Sue Saunders 'what does a positive friendship look like?' As Director of Education for Human Givens College, Sue teaches numerous courses for us including the new diploma-linked course: 'Improving Relationships – at work, at home and in the community'.  For details visit: https://www.humangivenscollege.com/courses/improving_relationships.html On this valuable course, you will discover why all relationships from siblings, work colleagues and couples, to neighbours, social groups and friendships are important to our emotional wellbeing – and how you can create, build and maintain positive relationships. ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Emily Gajewski is our self-harm expert - she has worked for over 24 years as a therapist, both within the NHS and privately, helping people move on from even the most severe emotional difficulties, and she has a wealth of experience at helping people move on from self-harm. Most recently Emily was employed as a Lead Occupational Therapist in Sussex where she developed a number of mental health services, working with a wide range of emotional difficulties including psychosis and self-harm. Emily is also a registered Human Givens Practitioner and teaches the ‘Overcoming Self-Harm’ 1-day workshop for Human Givens College (see: https://www.humangivenscollege.com/courses/self-harm.html) ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Miriam is a family psychotherapist and a human givens practitioner, with many years experience. She has helped numerous children, families and professionals understand and overcome behavioural and mental health problems, and now provides workshops and courses to parents who wish to help their children and adolescents become their best. This podcast includes tips and techniques for achieving good mental wellbeing and family relationships plus how to help children who have a low self-esteem or suffer from anxiety. To access the references mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/podcasts/how-can-we-improve-childrens-difficult-behaviour For details of Miriam's courses see: https://www.humangivenscollege.com/courses/managing-childrens-behaviour.html https://www.humangivenscollege.com/courses/OCD-course.html ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

Marion Brown was a human givens psychotherapist in private practice for 7 years and through her work, became very concerned about the many difficult experiences she could see people were having with antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications and sedatives taken as prescribed - often with difficult side effects and withdrawal problems. Marion now shares what she has learnt, to help therapists and people struggling with those complex issues - and she works tirelessly to increase awareness of them… To access the references mentioned in this episode, click here: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/podcasts/why-antidepressants-need-be-understood For more information about depression, see: https://www.hgi.org.uk/useful-info/what-depression-%E2%80%93-and-how-deal-it ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: https://www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

We were honoured that Chris Dyas, Children’s Social Worker of the Year (2018), kindly took time out of his busy workload to join us for our second podcast: 'Why every childhood is worth fighting for'. One of the first people to take the Human Givens Diploma, Chris uses the approach in his work for the NSPCC, where he supports children who have been sexually abused. On his lively podcast he talks about the success of his HG-inspired 'Single Opportunity Counselling' training, which is rapidly being adopted by different agencies, and shares important insights from his extensive experience about how to improve children's mental health, how best to help distressed children, self-harm, the pressures children are under today, keeping children safe, building self-worth and much more... ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE For information about the HG Diploma, visit: https://www.humangivenscollege.com/diploma/index.html 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: https://www.hgi.org.uk/podcast

We are delighted to have Lee Pycroft as our first expert. Lee is a very highly regarded makeup artist and a human givens therapist. During the podcast, Lee talks to Julia Welstead about the importance of self-care, self-esteem and emotional wellbeing and the things she has done to help her clients achieve this. ========= Welcome to the human givens ‘Ask The Expert’ podcast series! Our new podcasts give you the opportunity to hear human givens professionals discuss mental health and emotional wellbeing from the point of view of their particular area of expertise. Each podcast will discuss a different important mental health topic, both ones we feel should be openly discussed, and those in which our listeners have expressed an interest, in an effort to share and promote more widely effective tips and knowledge about emotional health and wellbeing. ========= FIND OUT MORE Human Givens Diploma: https://www.humangivenscollege.com/diploma/index.html 'Ask The Expert' Podcast: https://www.hgi.org.uk/resources/podcast