The Spiritual Psychologist

In this season I am excited to share some beautiful unique client journeys of healing. They are so inspirational! In this first episode I interviewed Rachel who has had an incredible journey of healing and growth. Rachel lost her father at a young age suddenly and talks about her challenges of dealing with grief and trauma as a child, teenager and adult. We move through her journey of healing with a particular focus on the process of healing, growth and expansion over the last year. Such a celebration and beautiful episode to listen to. This episode contains swearing. If you are wanting support with your healing journey check out my new FREE Art of Re-parenting resources at https://thespiritualpsychologist.ck.page/reparentingbundle #spiritualawakening #traumahealing #childhoodtrauma #healingjourney #holisticpsychology

In this episode I speak with Victoria Evans, Science based Intuitive eating coach. We talk about the relationship between food restriction and what we might term as addiction. We dive into this restriction leading to potential cycles of binge and Victoria shares her own journey with this. A great episode to listen to if you struggle with your relationship with food and body. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://www.victoriaevansofficial.com/. #foodaddiction #bingeeating #binge #restrict #eatingdisoder #disorderedeating #foodrestriction

In this 4th episode of the addiction season I speak with Ruby Fremon, Leadership guide and Kambo practitioner. In this episode we dive into addiction to overworking. Ruby shares her story of earlier addiction in her life and goes on to share her perspective on the journey of entrepreneurship and the impact of burnout, as well as the signs around this and how to create sustainability in business. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk. https://www.rubyfremon.com/ #addiction #overworking #burnout #entrepeneur #entrepeneurship #sustainablebusiness

In this 3rd episode of the addiction season I speak with Ronnie Landis, Nutritionist, Peak performance expert and optimization coach. In this episode we dive all in on what actually happens when we get up in the mornings and start that addictive scrolling on social media. A very powerful episode where we talk about the impact on dopamine levels and the possibilities of resetting our system. We also talk about the cycle of suffering from a spiritual perspective. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://www.hhphealth.com/dopamine #dopamine #addiction #socialmediaaddiction #phone addiction #recovery

In this podcast episode I speak to Joanna Barber about her journey from addiction to Club drugs and her healing journey from this. In this episode we explore the sense of belonging from club culture and drug usage and deeper wounds that lead to addiction. Joanna is now a certified Transformational Life Coach and Recovery coach and founded the 'Six Zero Experiment' connecting the dance music community with like minded individuals for 60 days of abstinence from drugs and alcohol. This is a wonderful episode that highlights the journey of recovery and expansion that can come from it. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk www.theothersideoffear.co.uk. Please note this episode contains swearing and reference to suicidal thoughts. #clubdrugs #cocaineaddiction #addiction #healing #recovery

We are back with a new season on the Spiritual Psychologist and we are talking all about addictions! We kick this season off in this first episode where I speak to my dear friend Will Burton about his recovery from drug addiction. There are so many beautiful insights and wisdom that Will shares from his experiences and from his spiritual path. This is a must listen whether or not you have an addiction to drugs because there is so much value in this episode that relates to so many addictions. ww.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://www.yogaandhealingcheshire.co.uk/ #drugaddiction #recovery #addiction #addictive #healingfromaddiction

In this weeks embodiment episode, I speak to Amy Rushworth. She is a coach to multidimensional leaders and wild ones! Amy supports you to claim unapologetic depths of pleasure, abundance, body-based leadership. Within the Embodied Awakening Journey, she will be leading a potent Rebirthing Breathwork ceremony, to somatically liberate energetic blocks and imprints that keep you from claiming your most empowered expression and reality. This is a great episode where we explore the power of the breath! The doors close for the Embodied Awakening Journey very soon! Join us! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/the-embodied-awakening-journey/. Find Amy at https://msha.ke/amr/. #breathwork #embodiment #traumahealing #healing #spiritualgrowth

In Season 5 Episode 3 of the Spiritual Psychologist podcast, I invite you to listen to this Embodiment meditation. In this meditation I invite you to reconnect with yourself. Its a great meditation for releasing, expanding your heart space and refinding centre in yourself. I suggest you also get a journal or piece of paper to write a few thoughts down after this meditation. I'd love to know what comes up for you during this space! Less than 48hrs left until the doors for the Embodied Awakening Journey close. Go check out details at https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/the-embodied-awakening-journey/. #embodiment #meditation #releasing #healingmeditation #spiritualgrowth

Welcome back to the 2022 Spiritual Psychologist Podcast! We are going all in on embodiment this season! And we are starting with the power of cacao. I speak in this episode with Christine Olivia Hernandez, the author of "A Child of Magic" and creator of the Maltyox Method. (Maltyox means thank you in Mayan.) The Method is a transformative experience for the body, mind, and spirit and I am so excited for Christine to be sharing this on the Embodied Awakening Journey. Through guided instruction, meditation, dance, and with the assistance of the cacao, participants experience heart expansion, mind clearing and a transformational release. This journey builds a strong connection to body and spirit. Christine's Guatemalan/Mayan ancestors have deeply connected her to the gentle plant medicine of cacao. She enjoys helping others through storytelling and guiding them through the Maltyox Method. Find out more in this gorgeous episode! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/the-embodied-awakening-journey/ https://www.iamchristineolivia.com/links. #embodiment #cacao #ceremony

In this 3rd and final episode of the mini series, I share with you my final lesson in healing which is inviting in gentleness. I talk about how gentleness is an act of rebellion when you are so used to self criticism and judgement. This is the final episode for 2021!! I look forward to sharing this space with you in some more amazing episodes of the Spiritual Psychologist! If you haven't joined yet I'm running a FREE Uplevel your Healing in 2022 healing Masterclass on the 6th January. Head to my instagram to find out more! @thespiritual_psychologist. So much love, Rathika x www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #healingjourney #selfcriticism #motherwound

In this episode on this mini season I talk about the second key realisation on my healing journey - limitless possibility and potential. This was a game changer for me! We can be stuck in a conditioned belief that change is not a possibility for us. When we realise our potential to change our whole life can change. #limitless #selfgrowth #healing Taking one more client for January 2022. Reach out on www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk to connect.

We are in between seasons! And to bring this year to a close I am releasing a mini series on the key powerful lessons and realisations I have had on my healing journey. First up in this weeks episode is Permission to be Me. Listen to this powerful short episode to learn how this realisation changed so much on my REALITY! Wanting to work with me and my team? We are now taking clients on for 2022! Reach out on www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #healing #empowerment #mindset #realisation #shadowwork

In this episode I speak with Katherine, founder of @loveliberates.you and Neil, founder of @sacred sons. In this episode we explore how we heal ourselves within a conscious relationship- where you are both on a conscious path of healing and spirituality. We dive into radical self honesty and understanding each others upbringings and patterns of behaviour and triggers to be able to heal in your relationship. A powerful episode if you are struggling or seeking greater clarity in managing your relationship! Wanting to work with me? Head to my instagram @thespiritual_psychologist or www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk Find Katherine at: www.theyogaloveproject.com and Neil at @sacredsons #consciousrelationship #healingrelationships #consciouscouple

This episode contains swearing and a trigger warning. I talk with Ashley Raju about her experience of sexual abuse and healing from traumatic events including somatic experiencing. This is a powerful episode as we talk about specific experiences of and also stereotyping of South asian women, how trauma needs a wider cultural perspective and lens to the understanding of it and the journey Ashley took with her healing. ww.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk www.ashleyraju.com #southasiansexualabuse #sexualtrauma #southasiantrauma

In this episode I speak with Natasya who is a somatic trauma coach and who is part of my Art of Integration 12 week holistic programme. Natasya is a survivor of sexual abuse and trauma and shares her journey of healing with us. This episode does contain a trigger warning as we talk about self harm, suicidal ideation and hospitalisation. This is a very powerful episode for anyone who is feeling a sense of detachment from their bodies whether or not they have experienced sexual abuse and/or trauma. If you would like to work with myself and Natasya you can check out our beautiful programme, the Art of Integration at https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/the-art-of-integration/. You can also reach out to Natasya on her instagram #sexualabuse #sexualtrauma #childhoodabuse #spiritualgrowth #healingjourney https://instagram.com/nathasyaom?utm_medium=copy_link.

In Episode 2 of the Healing our relationship with our sexual selves, I speak with Ben Bidwell, known as the Naked Professor. Ben talks about his own journey of healing as a young man and we dive into so much in this episode including masculine vulnerability, expectations on how men should be and the process of bringing in greater openness and vulnerability into relationships. We talk in this episode predominantly from a heterosexual perspective but invite everyone into this conversation about the masculine and feminine balance within ourselves and our relationships. Don't forget to check out my new group healing programme called the Collective Awakening which starts on the 12th October! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/the-collective-awakening/. You can find myself and Ben Bidwell at @thespiritual_psychologist and @thenakedprofessor on instagram. #malementalhealth #malevulnerability #openhearts

Season 4 Episode 1 of Healing our relationship with our sexual selves. In this episode I speak with Alexis, the founder of She Heals Collective. Alexis is a modern day medicine woman. In this episode we dive into where we start with healing our relationship with our sexual selves. And we discover how much deeper it goes into our sense of connection and nurture with all aspects of ourselves. We explore working with nature's cycles and healing our collective ancestral wounds. Such a powerful and beautiful episode! www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk www.shehealsco.com Find us on instagram! @thespiritual_psychologist @_she_heals_co #intimacy #reconnection #cycles

Hello loves! As we come to the end of season 3, I thought it would be timely to record a solo episode for you. This episode is all about Re-mothering. Our earlier experiences can mean that we struggle to know how to nuture or mother ourselves. In this episode I guide you through practical ways to do this physically, emotionally and spiritually and guide you through a short nurture re-mothering practice. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #remothering #reparenting #healing

In this Episode I speak with awesome Ryan Rose Evans, holistic coach who supports clients to optimise their gut health and heal their trauma.   In this episode Ryan talks about his journey from extreme gym life and addiction to holistic wellbeing.  Ryan talks about how as his physical body grew in size this very much reflected the significant pain he was feeling within himself and his gradual journey of healing from addictions through doing the inner work.  Such an insightful episode - check it out! Thank you @ryanroseevans for all that you do.  After attempting to record this episode a few times we finally got there! We also dive into the impact of morning routines on your nervous system. A few glitches in sound as Ryan lives in the Bush in Australia! #gymobsession #healingtrauma #innerwork #traumawork #healing

In this Episode I speak with gorgeous @iam_tiffanygrace, ayurvedic wellness counselor who supports women to remove toxins, heal digestion and improve energy.   In this episode Tiffany talks about her journey through an eating disorder brought on by a toxic relationship with a previous partner.  We discuss shifting from nourishment to punishment around food and body and how we get out of the punishment loop with food and body, calorie counting and obsession to nurturing ourselves in this relationship.  We also talk about the energy in making and eating our food and finding peace with it.  Thank you @iam_tiffanygrace for sharing your journey and perspective.   I know how much working with you has changed my relationship in how I perceive food. #nourishment #eatingdisoder #healing www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://balancewithtiff.com/

In this episode I speak with Haila Macedo, embodiment guide.  In this episode we dive into the mother wound and the connection with our relationship with food and body.  We dive into understanding the impact of the mother wound and of bringing awareness of the standards and expectations that we hold of ourselves to, the grieving of this expectation and learning to follow your own values and desires. This is a powerful episode that looks deeper at the importance of working with the mother wound.  Thank you Haila for your insight and thoughts on this very important and so often overlooked topic. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://instagram.com/iamhailamacedo?utm_medium=copy_link #motherwound #eatingdisoder #healing

In this Episode I speak with gorgeous Rachelbednarski, embodiment coach who supports women to come home to their bodies.  We talk about Rachel's journey through an eating disorder, calorie restriction, exercise addiction and chronic fatigue syndrome.   In this episode we explore the disconnection we can experience during an eating disorder and from exercise addiction - how we can become stuck in repeated harmful patterns of behaviour in order to feel safe and in control.  Rachel talks about her journey to greater and deeper connection with her body and how we also support clients on the Art of Integration through bringing in different modalities of healing through connection with mind, body and soul.  We talk about connecting with our bodies to return to safety. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://www.rachelbednarski.com/ #eatingdisoder #healing #overexercising

In this Episode I speak with Lara Raybone, a self love and embodiment coach. We talk about Lara's journey through high levels of self criticism through her experiences as a model and her journey to self love and embodiment. We also explore in this episode self acceptance and the use of mirror work in building a different relationship with your and your body. Episode contains swearing. #eatingdisoder #spiritualgrowth #embodiment. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://lararaybone.com

We kick of this season by diving straight into binge eating. In this episode I speak with Brid, a food and body coach who supports women to break free from the Binge-Restrict cycle. We talk about Brid's journey from being stuck in a 10 year binge cycle to finding freedom with food and body. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk https://www.freewithbrid.com #bingeeating #eatingdisoder #disorderedeating

Naomi talks about her journey of overcoming post traumatic stress from ongoing childhood trauma. Naomi talks about the detachment from early experiences, overworking and being very controlled in order to survive. Naomi's journey involved the loss of sensation in her hands which resulted in her having to leave her job as a nurse. Naomi went from the extreme of overworking and doing to having to sit with herself. Of having to face herself. Of having to face her trauma. She talks about her realisations, the journey of therapy, spirituality amongst other things that supported her journey ✨✨ Episode contains swearing. This is the last episode of this season! Watch out for season 3- healing your relationship with food and body. #ptsd #complexptsd #awakening www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk

This week I interviewed, Tiffany. Tiffany talks about her journey of experiencing sexual and physical abuse and the ongoing generational trauma within her family and culture. She talks about how her experiences impacted on her relationships, her sense of self and her sense of belonging. Tiffany talks about her experiences of addiction to drugs and toxicity in relationships, she talks about her journey of healing, of finding God within herself and seeking guidance from her higher mind. Tiffany's story is remarkable. And this episode I know will be extremely powerful for anyone listening to it. Thank you, Tiffany for finding your light from your darkness in order to share your beautiful gifts with the world. #sexualabuse #physicalabuse #spiritualawakening. Please be aware that this contains discussion around sexual and physical abuse as well as overdose, which some people may find triggering. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk

In this episode I interview Barry. We talk about spiritual awakening and the journey of exploration into why you respond in certain ways, and what you need to heal within yourself. We explore what he learnt from the experiences that he drew and Barry shares his experience and impact of a religious upbringing and the standards that he created around relationships. We also dive into talking about lust in relationships. Thank you, Barry for sharing your story of awakening of opening your heart and of healing. Big Love to always, Rathika x www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #awakening #spiritualawakening #healing

This week's episode is all about Rai's healing journey. Rai is a wonderful colleague of mine who went from being one of the fittest people I know to developing a rare autoimmune condition called Guillain-Barre Syndrome which left him in intensive care for months without any movement and experiencing extreme pain. Rai talks about his journey from the start, how he coped and kept fighting at the lowest points when he wanted to give up, his journey to returning home and beyond. Contains swearing. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #autoimmune #physicalhealing #guillainbarre

Episode Two is all about Amy's journey. @letsgetbacktoyou talks in this episode about experiencing of high levels of anxiety and ongoing panic attacks. We talk about the standards that we set ourselves, and the fear of dropping these standards or giving things up, when we are in a place of holding everything together so tightly. Amy talks about her journey through surrender, and trusting that things will work out. And how she has used her experience to become an intuitive coach today. Thank you for embracing your light! If you listen to this episode please take the time to snapshot it and share in your stories, leave a review or comment on this post. This season aims to empower and inspire those who are in spaces of darkness and I would love for it to reach as many people as possible. Much love, Rathika x www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #anxiety #panic attacks #spirituality

Season Two is all about healing journeys. I have interviewed five awesome beings to share their stories of healing journeys ranging from healing from anxiety and panic attacks, physical trauma, overcoming adversity from childhood experiences, stories of awakening and healing from significant life changing events. ⠀⠀ In this first episode I interviewed Will . Will is a previous client of mine, who experienced life changing events stemming from a night out. He was left facing low mood/ vibration and was left with ongoing triggers from a series of events which left him disassociated, let down by the system and feeling out of control. In this episode, we talk about Will's experience but also how he overcame this challenging period within his life, how he has managed challenging daily triggers and how he has used this experience to re-evaluate his life and find stronger connection with himself. If you listen to this episode please take the time to snapshot it and share in your stories, leave a review or comment on this post. This season aims to empower and inspire those who are in spaces of darkness and I would love for it to reach as many people as possible. www.thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk #anxiety #ptsd #spiritualawakening ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

This week I was interviewed by Carline Kelf, the founder of Freedom Raves- a safe space for women to express themselves through dance! We delve into the discomfort we can sometimes feel from being seen and the shame that can come up for us. We explore where these feelings come from. Warning : explicit language used. #fear #anxiety #empowerment. https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/

Affirmations - what a load of cheese right?! The way you speak about yourself and the repetitive thoughts you have impact on your beliefs, the way you respond and react. In this episode I explore how affirmations can be helpful in looking deeper at what doesn't feel true for you and why. I invite you to listen to these beautiful affirmations daily for 21 days! Let me know how it goes! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ #affirmations #daily #morningmotivation

It's been an intense week. You may be feeling a whole range of emotions right now. During this time its ok and important to allow emotions to arise and allow them to release. This collective healing meditation allows for unification in healing. Drop into this sacred space to re-tune into yourself and into the collective. https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode goes into alternate considerations around mental health. What do you believe will support you during a difficult period? Get aligned with yourself and consider that there are so many alternative options that can support you during challenging times! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As we come towards the end of Mental Health week, I have reflected on my own mental health over the years and supporting loves ones. If you are supporting someone who are finding things difficult check out this new episode for support and advice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Want to make your meditation practice more regular and consistent? Create your own meditation space! A calm sanctuary where you can go to meditate, breathe and journal. My tips on how to achieve this are included in this short episode. https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Can't put the chocolate down? Do you feel shame and guilt around overeating? This episode draws on my own experiences of struggling with food and body image. I reflect on how creating good and bad food lists, belief systems and early experiences play an impact on ours relationship with food. A great listen if you have any challenges with food and body or know someone who does! (contains swearing) https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Feeling triggered? Engaging in repetitive cycles of behaviour? This episode looks at how to explore why this is by carrying out shadow work. This episode explains a process you can use to get going with shadow work whilst looking after yourself in the process. If you are looking for support around inner healing this is a great place to start! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode looks at the importance of getting to know your shadow self- your dark side - the part that may leave you feeling shame and guilt. This podcast focuses on how your triggers as an adult can link to your childhood experiences and preps you for a shadow work activity in the next episode. https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Self growth and inner healing can feel complex and it can be difficult to know where to start.   In this first episode, Dr Rathika Marsh, Spiritual Life Coach and Experienced Psychologist, explores how connection with your inner child will lead to a more compassionate response for yourself. This podcast includes a meditation practice allowing for connection with your inner child. If you are interested in self growth, understanding yourself better and inner healing, this podcast is most definitely for you! https://thespiritualpsychologist.co.uk/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app