Podcast appearances and mentions of peter mabbutt

In this episode, Peter Mabbutt and Charles Caruana discuss the role hypnotherapy has in treating addiction. They also explore bereavement, end of life and ADHD – the relevance of this to addiction is explained in the podcast. They also give an overview of the Addictive Behaviours and Psychological Pain course that they run as part of the LSCCH-LCCH Asia Group. For more information: https://www.lscch.co.uk/addictive-behaviours or https://www.lcchasia.com/specialist-psychotherapy-programmes  

In this show, Peter Mabbutt talks to Dr Daniel Radesca about hypnotherapy and its use in palliative care. They also explore hypnotherapy from a South American perspective. Conference Your Mind Matters: Revolutionising Healthcare 11th and 12th June 2022 https://www.lscch.co.uk/event-details/your-mind-matters-revolutionising-healthcare Music This Dream I Had by Pierce Murphy https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pierce_Murphy/the-joke-isnt-funny-but-it-goes-like-this/this-dream-i-had/

In the latest show, Peter Mabbutt talks to comedienne and counsellor Sheila McMahon. They explore how she brings humour into therapy and therapy into humour, her own journey with mental health issues, balancing her comedy persona with her counselling persona, people's attitudes towards death and dying before existentially moving on to talk about the Oscars. Sheila's YouTube channel can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/c/SheilasYouTubeChannel And her website can be found at: https://www.mindmanagementforyou.com/ Music Free to be Me by Sheila McMahon – sung live for the show

In the latest show Peter Mabbutt talks to Richard Hill and Matt Dalitz about their new book The Practioner's Guide to the Science of Psychotherapy. You may pick up that Peter likes the book alot... You can get the book from the Norton site:  https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324016182 You can listen to The Science of Psychotherapy podcast: https://www.thescienceofpsychotherapy.com/   Music M33 Project with a track called FolkPorts https://freemusicarchive.org/music/m33-project/single/folkports

In the latest Therapycast, Dr Thema Majid and Peter Mabbutt interview Marine Havell about her journey with long COVID. We hear from Dr Noelia Leite about grieving for the elderly and Dr Deva Mohamed, President of the Asia Pacific Society of Clinical Communications and Hypnosis, and Peter Mabbutt bring the June conference to a close with their musings on its success and its future. Conference Living and Thriving in the New Normal 20th and 21st November 2021 For more information do visit www.lscch.co.uk/lscch-events Music Aoi Sakana (Blue Fish) by Sachiko Kanenobu https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Sachiko_Kanenobu/Live_at_WFMU_for_Surface_Noise_with_Joe_McGasko_5142018/Sachiko_Kanenobu_-_04_-_Blue_Fish_2

In episode 3.13 we continue to bring audio from our June 2021 conference where Sheila Menon and Peter Mabbutt introduce the LSCCH Therapy Centre, how it can become part of a career path for budding newbie hypnotherapists, whilst highlighting a commitment to social responsibility with free therapy for frontline responders during and beyond the pandemic. For more information about our next conference Living and Thriving in the new normal held on the 20th and 21st November 2021 visit www.lscch.co.uk/lscch-events Music The Day by Bus Window https://freemusicarchive.org/music/bus-window/flying-high/the-day

In episode 3.11 Peter Mabbutt once again talks to author and therapist Rubin Battino. They explore diverse subjects ranging from why clients don't or won't change to the enigmatic sounding Yenta syndrome. Books Transforming Negative Self-talk by Steve Andreas – Published by WW Norton and Company Expectation: The Very Brief Therapy Book by Rubin Battino - published by Crown House Music Adaptation by Anthem of Rain https://freemusicarchive.org/music/anthem-of-rain/freedom/adaptation

In episode 3.10 Peter Mabbutt talks to Lynda Hudson, author of Scripts & Strategies in Hypnotherapy with Children, and More Scripts and Strategies in Hypnotherapy, about working with children and the effects that the COVID pandemic has had on their wellbeing and education. There is also a reminder about the upcoming Your Mind Matters International Virtual Conference being held on the 5th and 6th June 2021. Books Scripts & Strategies in Hypnotherapy with Children - published by Crown House More Scripts and Strategies in Hypnotherapy - published by Crown House Conference link https://www.lscch.co.uk/event-details/international-conference-your-mind-matters Music Midwinter, Midwinter by One Man Book https://freemusicarchive.org/music/one-man-book/ghosts-echoes/08-midwinter-midwinter

In episode 3.9 the podcast Gods were willing and once again Peter Mabbutt has the pleasure of talking to Dr James Cowart, this time about the modern myths surrounding mental health. James' book The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety: Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety is available from Crown House Publishing. Music Illumination by Siddhartha Corsus https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Siddhartha/the-truth-within/illumination-1

In episode 3.8 Peter Mabbutt welcomes back onto the show Dr James Cowart where they discuss the psychological impact of the COVID pandemic whilst briefly straying into the realm of conspiracy theories, antivaxers, and alien abduction! James' book The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety: Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety is available from Crown House Publishing. Music Journey Through the Future by Robert Farmer https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Robert_Farmer/a-fiery-flying-roll-1996/journey-through-the-future-1

In episode 3.7 Peter Mabbutt talks to prolific author and therapist Rubin Battino. They discuss Rubin’s concept of secret therapy and brief therapy with Rubin sharing some of the techniques and approaches he uses. The books referred to are: Ericksonian Approaches: A Comprehensive Manual - Crown House Publishing Expectation: The Very Brief Therapy Book - Crown House Publishing Metaphoria: Metaphor and Guided Imagery for Psychotherapy and Healing - Crown House Publishing Guided Imagery and Hypnosis: Using Guided Imagery and Hypnosis in Brief Therapy and Palliative – Routledge Music Night and Day by Derek Clegg https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Derek_Clegg/5f882871d2395/night-and-day-1

In episode 3.6 Peter Mabbutt talks to Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Hypnotherapists Raagi Ravi about her work with treating addiction, how she has combined a variety of therapies to create an effective holistic approach that applies to both her clients and their families. They explore the psychosocial aspects of addiction and recovery before heading into the ubiquitous realm of COVID and the impact that has had on substance abuse. Music Winds of Change by Siddhartha Corsus https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Siddhartha/mystic-gate-songs-for-the-hidden-peak

In episode 3.5 Peter Mabbutt talks to author Richard Hill about the book he wrote with Ernest Rossi - The Practitioner's Guide to Mirroring Hands: A Client-Responsive Therapy That Facilitates Natural Problem-Solving and Mind-Body Healing. They explore Richard's friendship with Ernest Rossi, the Mirroring Hands approach, what makes a good therapy session, along with ultradian rhythms before disappearing down the rabbit hole of Quantum Field theory. Richard Hill https://www.richardhill.com.au/ Music Mirror by Robin Mitchell https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Robin_Mitchell/Dust_1619/Robin_Mitchell_-_Dust_-_05_Mirror Crown House Publishing https://www.crownhouse.co.uk/publications/the-practitioners-guide-to-mirroring-hands  

Today we go to England to talk to the President of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis and his work teaching at the London School of Clinical Communication and Hypnosis. See our podcast landing page for more information. Please leave a review! (Reviews are fabulously important to us! On your podcast player you should find an option to review at the bottom of the main page for the podcast - after the list of available episodes) - Here's a link for iTunes.   Thanks for listening! Support this show by subscribing to The Science of Psychotherapy Please leave an honest review on iTunes and please subscribe to our show.  You can also find our podcast at: The Science of Psychotherapy Podcast Homepage If you want more great science of Psychotherapy please visit our website thescienceofpsychotherapy.com

In episode 3.4 Peter Mabbutt discusses EMDR with Dr Alan Soh and Dr Sumithra Premadasa, sharing their experience of using it when treating trauma and other conditions. And yes, COVID does get a mention as well. Music Running Waters by Jason Shaw https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jason_Shaw/Audionautix_Acoustic/RUNNING_WATERS______________2-46 Useful links www.lscch.co.uk  www.lcch.asia www.bsch.org.uk

In episode 3.3 Peter Mabbutt and Dr Thema explore depression. We look at the different types of depression and and consider the reality of it for the person experiencing the condition and for those who are close to them. Music El Camino del Alce (The Way of the Moose) by Silva de Alegria https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Silva_de_Alegria/Primavera_en_la_Guerra_del_Sonido/Silva_de_Alegra_-_Primavera_en_la_Guerra_del_Sonido_-_03_El_Camino_del_Alce Useful links www.lscch.co.uk  www.lcch.asia www.bsch.org.uk  

In episode 3.2 CBT comes under scrutiny as Michelle Hague, Dr Alan Soh and Peter Mabbutt discuss its role in therapy today, and look its future as part of the more spiritual 4th wave cognitive behavioural therapies. Music Hachiko (The Faithful Dog) by The Kyoto Collective https://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Kyoto_Connection/Wake_Up_1957/09_Hachiko_The_Faithtful_Dog  

Today we speak to Peter Mabbutt, President of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis, about the rise of online therapy during Lockdown and beyond. A brand new podcast from the makers of SNS Online. Corona Chronicles offers up a document of an extraordinary time in living memory, through the people it affects. In the coming weeks, we will attempt to touch base with a wide range of people from all walks of life to talk about how the current situation is impacting them both professionally & personally, as well as offering some top tips/stats and, most importantly, to touch virtual base with a cheery hello – and without the need for hand sanitiser! http://www.petermabbutt.net/ www.gov.uk/coronavirus coronachroniclesshow@gmail.com Artwork: Andy Lambert Music: https://soundhills.com/ SNS Online will return later in the year.

In today's show, Peter Mabbutt talks to therapist and author Adrian Muxlow who has developed a programme to help those living with diabetes called the Hypno-fast Programme. He’s also published the programme in his book The Hypno-fast Programme: The Easy Way to Beat Type 2 Diabetes, and we discuss how this came about through his own journey with diabetes. Adrians book is available from Amazon by clicking here Music Silent Ships by November Polaroid https://freemusicarchive.org/music/November_Polaroid/st_1185/November_Polaroid_-_6_am_-_02_Silent_Ships_1455  

In this show Peter Mabbutt talks to author and psychologist Dr James Cowart  about his book ABCS of Coping with Anxiety: Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety. Dr Cowart’s book is available from: https://www.crownhouse.co.uk/publications/the-abcs-of-coping-with-anxiety Music El Sonido de la Vida by Mexican singer songwriter Silva de Alegria https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Silva_de_Alegria/Primavera_en_la_Guerra_del_Sonido/Silva_de_Alegra_-_Primavera_en_la_Guerra_del_Sonido_-_09_El_Sonido_de_la_Vida_1023

In this episode, Peter Mabbutt is interviewed by Pia Granjon Lecerf where they discuss the weight we place on the use of words in hypnotherapy and how silence and intent may be more therapeutic. To contact Pia: Tel: 07535 435 131 Email: contact@hypnosisbeyondborders.com Web: https://www.hypnotherapy4women.com To contact LCCH International: Tel: +44 (0) 203 603 8535 Email: info@lcchinternational.co.uk Music "In the Silence" by Okam featuring Remeya Kingston http://freemusicarchive.org/music/OKAM/Alpha_-_The_Confliction/05_okam_-_in_the_silence__feat__remeya_kingston  

The second part of Peter Mabbutt's interview with Chris O'Hanlon exploring his journey with HIV, and his campaign ‘HIV – Let’s End Stigma’. You can help by visiting and donating to his Go Fund Me page: https://www.gofundme.com/hiv-lets-end-stigma To contact LCCH International: Tel: +44 (0) 203 603 8535 Email: info@lcchinternational.co.uk Web: www.lcchinternational.co.uk Music Siesta by Javier Suarez http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Travellers_Guide/Siesta

In the first show of 2018 Peter Mabbutt explores natural ways to increase serotonin levels, how hypnosis can help brain injured patients, neuroplasticity, and understanding the reality of bipolar disorder. To contact LCCH International: Tel: +44 (0) 203 603 8535 Email: info@lcchinternational.co.uk Web: www.lcchinternational.co.uk   Research on hypnosis and improved brain function in brain injury: Lindeløv, J. K., Overgaard, R., & Overgaard, M. (2017). Improving working memory performance in brain-injured patients using hypnotic suggestion. Brain, 140(4), 1100-1106. Neuroplasticity references: Adlaf EW et al (2017). Adult-born neurons modify excitatory synaptic transmission to existing neurons. Elife, 6. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis Volume 57, 2015 - Issue 3 Music Trail by Nobara Hayakawa: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Nobara_Hayakawa/Trail_EP/Nobara_Hayakawa_-_Trail_EP_-_Trail  

Mumtaz O'Brien talks to Peter Mabbutt a hypnotherapist about the difference between stage hypnosis and clinical hypnotherapy. He'll also share how to use hypnotherapy to deal with anxieties.peter is Vice-Principle London College ofClinical Hypnosis andVice-President of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis. Contact peter.mabbutt@LCCH.co.uk  

In today’s show Peter Mabbutt talks about turmeric whilst Sheila Menon and Dr Alan Soh discuss integrative medicine Turmeric References Andrade, C. (2014). A critical examination of studies on curcumin for depression. The Journal of clinical psychiatry, 75(10), 1110-1112. Lopresti, A. L., & Drummond, P. D. (2017). Efficacy of curcumin, and a saffron/curcumin combination for the treatment of major depression: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Journal of Affective Disorders, 207, 188-196. BFM can be heard on frequency 89.9 MHz in Wilayah Persekutuan, Selangor, and parts of Negeri Sembilan and Melaka. You can visit BFM 89.9’s website at www.bfm.my

In todays show, we have part 2 of Peter Mabbutt's chat with LCCH Southwest's Centre Manager Michelle Hague about running, health, well-being, and how to help her raise money for Cancer Research UK. Michelle is raising money for Cancer Research UK by running in their Race for Life on the 17th July 2016. To help Michelle, you can donate via: www.justgiving.com/michellehague You can text a donation to  70070 Text the message YTIG84£  putting the amount you want to donate immediately after the £

*Peter Mabbutt is the CEO and Director of Studies for the London College of Clinical Hypnosis, where he has been central in the development of the only Masters programme for hypnotherapists currently running in the UK today. He is co-author of the successful Hypnotherapy for Dummies and Self-hypnosis for Dummies, and has also co-authored over 20 research papers on anxiety, tranquilliser dependence, learning and memory. In the latest SNS Online, we speak at length to Peter about his work, and the help he has given to his many patients over the years. Meanwhile, interviewer, Nick Randell, agrees to undergo hypnosis – in the studio! Featuring Peter’s music choices in “The Soundtrack of your Life”. *Peter also lectures internationally on the various aspects of hypnotherapy to the general public, hypnotherapy students and the medical profession alike. 'Hypnotherapy for Dummies' via Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hypnotherapy-Dummies-Mike-Bryant/dp/0470019301 Self-Hypnosis for Dummies via Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/Self-Hypnosis-Dummies-Mike-Bryant/dp/0470660732 SNS Online continues to offer an eclectic range of quality programming - free to download - to all like-minded people out there in cyber-space. These shows are independent podcasts produced to the highest professional standards and are non-profit making. So please enjoy, download and share these shows on all your lovely social media - as essentially that is our advertising! And please, please, please...offer feedback on the 'SNS Online' FB page or Twitter (ScratchNTweet). Shows currently in preparation... Derek Fowlds – actor. Cover art by Andy Lambert. Big kiss, ScratchNSniffers! - Nick Randell X EXTRAORDINARY LIVES. ONLINE.

In todays show, Peter Mabbutt talks to LCCH Southwest's Centre Manager Michelle Hague about her personal journey with health and well-being, and how she has accomplished this through the medium of running. Michelle is raising money for Cancer Research UK by running in their Race for Life on the 17th July 2016. To help Michelle, you can donate via: www.justgiving.com/michellehague You can text a donation to  70070 Text the message YTIG84£ putting the amount you want to donate immediately after the £

“There's a huge buzz in Manchester around Puppet Rebellion. To see a crowd singing along to a band that can count its gigs on both hands is a sign of greater and bigger things to come." - Louder Than War “There’s a feeling when you listen to the EP that it isn’t designed to slowly grow on you, it’s almost as if it doesn’t want to wait for that, it’s not going to politely sit and wait for you to mull it over and decide if it’s interesting or not – it’s going to grab you by the unmentionables and take you on a quality ride.” – Given To Sound "Puppet Rebellion are destined to be big. Huge. Gargantuan. Gi-frigging-normous. Susan Boyle's-monobrow massive" - Bleach & Cologne "Awesome anthems of our time with videos to match - insanely satisfying" - SNS Online To coincide with the release of their brand new (and frankly, spellbinding) track, ‘Fragments’, SNS Online caught up with the critically acclaimed *Puppet Rebellion at a gig in London recently to talk about all their success to date, inspirations for their music & lyrics, and what the future holds - both in the studio and on the road. Fully illustrated with tracks from their EPs to date. We also speak to *Mat O’Brien and Stuart Minshaw about the work they’ve done in translating Puppet Rebellion tracks into outstanding music videos. For all things *Puppet Rebellion, go to http://www.puppetrebellion.com/ *Mat O’Brien can be found on https://twitter.com/MOBHANDED and more of his work can be found here http://mobcreative.prosite.com/ Cover photograph by Bethan Shuff. More of her work can be found here http://strawberryblonde-blogger.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/puppet-rebellion-photo-shoot.html?spref=fb The Pact https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVxhnYi4Fno Please Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBMvMf_pL_o Slave https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wo5tz350WPg Dark Thoughts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHTWUWktLOg Five new stars shine in the sky tonight. RIP Viola Beach. SNS Online continues to offer an eclectic range of quality programming - free to download - to all like-minded people out there in cyber-space. These shows are independent podcasts produced to the highest professional standards and are non-profit making. So please enjoy, download and share these shows on all your lovely social media - as essentially that is our advertising! And please, please, please...offer feedback on the 'SNS Online' FB page or Twitter (ScratchNTweet). Shows currently in preparation... Ann Mitchell - actor Carmen Harris - healer/author/script writer Thea Downie - stand up comedian Derek Fowlds - actor Peter Mabbutt - hypnotherapist/broadcaster Big kiss, ScratchNSniffers! - Nick Randell X EXTRAORDINARY LIVES. ONLINE.

In the first show of 2016, Peter Mabbutt explores giving up alcohol for Dry January, and Dr Alan Soh talks about his career in hypnosurgery. Referred to in the show:Alcohol is measured in units, and currently the UK Department of Health guidelines indicate that the safe weekly levels of consumption are:• 2-3 units a day for women• 3-4 units a day for menDependent on the percentage of alcohol contained within each drink:1 pint of beer / lager = 2-3 units1 125ml glass of wine = 1-2 units1/6th gill glass of spirit = 1 unit1 pint of cider = 2-3 units1 glass of sherry / port = 1 unitThe Dry January website is: http://www.dryjanuary.org.uk/The UCL study: Mehta G, Macdonald S, Maurice JB, Al-Khatib SH, Piao S, Rosselli M,Nair D, Jalan R, Sumpter C, Khera-Butler T, Cronberg A and Moore K (2015) 113 Short Term Abstinence from Alcohol Improves Insulin Resistance and Fatty Liver Phenotype in Moderate Drinkers Hepatology 62(S1): 265A-268AThe New Scientist study: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg22129502.600-our-liver-vacation-is-a-dry-january-really-worth-it/?full=true#.UtbqqLSKY45 BFM 89.9 BFM 89.9 is Malaysia's only independent radio station, focused on business news and current affairs. BFM can be heard on frequency 89.9 MHz in Wilayah Persekutuan, Selangor, and parts of Negeri Sembilan and Melaka.You can visit BFM 89.9’s website and listen in at www.bfm.my

In todays show, Peter Mabbutt explores the reality of emotional abuse, its portrayal in the BBC's The Archers and in the media. Peter also explores how the law stands in regard to emotional abuse in the UK, Portugal, Malaysia and Singapore (countries in which the LCCH trains). A comprehensive list of support groups for those affected by abuse in the UK (men, women, children, gay, lesbian) can be found here: http://thisisabuse.direct.gov.uk/need-help   In Malaysia, men and women can contact: http://www.wao.org.my/Do+You+Need+Help_62_62_1.htm   In Singapore, men and women can contact: http://www.aware.org.sg/dealing-with-family-violenceIn Portugal, men and women can contact: http://www.apav.pt

In todays show Peter Mabbutt talks to Andy Cast from Holding Hands for Equality about equality and diversity. You can contact Holding Hands for Equality via one of the following routes: Website - www.hh4e.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/hands4equalityTwitter - www.twitter.com/hands4equalityEmail - info@hh4e.org If you would like top participate in the photography competition then visit: www.hh4e.org/click4equality2016

In Podcast 31 Peter Mabbutt talks to Anne Holve, who shares her journey with  confidence. You can contact Anne by visiting her website: www.anchorhypnotherapy.co.uk or by calling her on 020 7692 1818

Love and relationships come under the spotlight in todays show as Peter Mabbutt talks to relationship expert Beth Sullivan about her work.Beth can be contacted at:www.lovementor.comelizabethsullivan@lovemento.com

In this episode Peter Mabbutt highlights the growing obesity trends in 10 year olds and we have an update from Southeast Asia from Sheila Menon, Dr Alan Soh and KH Koh   The study on obesity referred to is: Black JA, Park MH, Gregson J, Falconer CL, White B, Kessel AS, Sxena S, Viner RM and Kinra SJ (2015) Child obesity cut-offs as derived from parental perceptions: cross-sectional questionnaire. British Journal of General Practice 65(633): e234-e239    

A little device called the Alpha Stim is discussed in today’s show when Peter Mabbutt chats to hypnotherapist Richard Morley about its potential role in hypnotherapy and therapy in general.   The Microcurrent sites can be found here:   www.alpha-stim.co.uk     www.alpha-stim.com     For a bibliography of research into the Alpha-Stim:   http://www.alpha-stim.com/healthcare-professionals/research-and-reviews/     Richard can be contacted at:   0044 (0) 7973 227 492     www.hypnonlp.co.uk          

In todays podcast Peter Mabbutt demonstrates an inability to speak Cantonese, has another small rant about e-cigarettes before Sheila Menon discusses the Chinese New Year and hypnotic happenings in Southeast Asia with TY Ko.   The PLOS ONE article on e-cigarettes and immunity can be found here:   http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0116861   Details for the Malaysian conference on the 22nd and 23rd May 2015 can be found here:   http://www.hypnosis-malaysia.com/imcch.htm   Details for the London conference on the 30th and 31st May 2015 can be found here:   http://www.hypnosisconference.co.uk   The Lunch Club Webinar is on Thursday 12th March at 1.00pm UK time, 21.00 Malaysia/Singapore time. It will last about an hour and will be entitled Psychoneuroimmunology: a Contemporary Overview.   To find out more or to book go to:   http://www.lcch.co.uk/webinars/pni_overview.htm     Music:   Gongxi, Gonxi   Gongxi Ni Facai  

In this show we have a 3 minute mindful meditation from Michelle Hague, e-cigarettes get a bashing from Peter Mabbutt, and Sheila Menon talks smoking cessation. We also have a review of Rubin Battino’s book Metaphoria.   For the FDA study on e-cigarettes:   http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/PublicHealthFocus/ucm173146.htm   You can read the Telegraph report on e-cigarettes here:   http://www.telegraph.co.uk/women/womens-health/11058158/E-cigarette-WHO-ban-I-thought-vaping-was-safe.html    The paper highlighting the potential for nicotine to be carcinogenic can be found here:     http://www.impactjournals.com/oncotarget/index.php?journal=oncotarget&page=article&op=view&path[]=2033&path[]=3019   Crown House Publishing can be found at www.crownhouse.co.uk   You can visit BFM 89.9’s website at www.bfm.my   "White Lotus" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) 
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In the first show of 2015 Peter Mabbutt waxes lyrical about New Year Resolutions and Michael Joseph explores goal setting for business and personal life with BFM 89.9, Malaysia's only independent radio station, focused on business news and current affairs.

 

BFM can be heard on frequency 89.9 MHz in Wilayah Persekutuan, Selangor, and parts of Negeri Sembilan and Melaka. You can visit BFM 89.9’s website at www.bfm.my  

Todays show brings you part two of Peter Mabbutt’s conversation with hypnotherapy and childbirth expert, Sonia Richards. Sonia gives an overview of the approach she uses with childbirth before we explore the mother-baby link, focussing on the effects of maternal stress on the baby. We also discuss how naturalised language patterns regarding birth can be detrimental to the mother’s experience before exploring the reality behind the concept of pain free childbirth.     During the show Sonia makes reference to the Royal College of Midwives publication ‘Evidence Based Guidelines for Midwifery-Led Care in Labour’. It can be found as a free download on the internet by following this link:     https://www.rcm.org.uk/sites/default/files/Supporting%20Women%20in%20Labour_1.pdf          

Today’s show is the first of a two-part interview with Sonia Richards where she and Peter Mabbutt explore the role of hypnotherapy in childbirth and look at the naissance of Hypnobirthing in the UK. They explore the rise in the use of Caesarean section and why our current litigatious climate is possibly driving this. Peter and Sonia also delve into the natural birth vs medicalised birth debate and highlight the role of oxytocin and the effect that medicalised birth has on bonding and the risk of autism.     The often overlooked link between traumatic birth and PTSD and vicarious PTSD in the non-birth parent is explored, before Sonia and Peter turn their attention on the Duchess of Cambridge’s use of hypnotherapy in childbirth, and how this has stimulated a welcome trend in celebrities opting for more natural approaches to birth.   Part two of this conversation will be broadcast in the next show.

In today's show Peter Mabbutt talks to Priya Ekanayaka about the psychology of comics and comicbook characters and the relevance they have to therapy.

In today’s podcast Peter Mabbutt talks to Mike Bryant about his work at the London School Economics, hypnotherapy services for Universities and the genesis of the book Hypnotherapy for Dummies.  

In this show Matt Krouwel talks about the upcoming Evidence Based Hypnotherapy Conference, we give some tips for building self-confidence and Peter Mabbutt discusses 4 journal articles of relevance to hypnotherapy and psychotherapy. References for the papers mentioned in todays show: Bukhtoyarov, Oleg V., and Denis M. Samarin. "Psycho-immunological rehabilitation of advanced cancer patients with psychogenic medical history." International Journal 5, no. 11 (2013): 489-502. Lucchetti, Giancarlo, Luizete dos Santos Camargo, Alessandra LG Lucchetti, Gary E. Schwartz, and Fabio Nasri. "Rare Medical Conditions and Suggestive Past-Life Memories: A Case Report and Literature Review." EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing 9, no. 6 (2013): 372-376. Vladimir Zelinka, Yann Cojan, and Martin Desseilles. "Hypnosis, Attachment, and Oxytocin: An Integrative Perspective 1." International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis 62.1 (2014): 29-49. Adachi, Tomonori, Haruo Fujino, Aya Nakae, Takashi Mashimo, and Jun Sasaki1. "A Meta-Analysis of Hypnosis for Chronic Pain Problems: A Comparison Between Hypnosis, Standard Care, and Other Psychological Interventions." International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis 62, no. 1 (2014): 1-28.

Matthew Sweet is in the pub, discussing a knotty conundrum with an invited audience and a panel of experts. Today it's whether or not we have free will, with philosopher Wayne Martin of the University of Essex and neuroscientist Gemma Calvert, Managing Director of Neurosense. Also featuring Peter Mabbutt and Jo Russell. Producer: Marya Burgess.