In this episode I speak to Dr. Roisin Flanagan about her journey to Educational and Child Psychology. We discuss Roisin's prior experience, recommendations for others who want to pursue the career, what Roisin's job is like now, the options open to graduates of Educational and Child Psychology and much more! I am so grateful to Roisin for her time. She is an amazing speaker and teacher, she explains what her role is like in a really clear and inspiring way.  Here is a link to Roisin's PSI presentation on her research into children's self talk and learning; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irq1eH2az2A Three things in Dr Roisin Flanangan's mental health tool box: A cup of tea. Socialising. Getting fresh air and exercise.

In this episode I continue my conversation with John Moriarty and David Staunton. Apologies for the sound issues on this episode. We continue our conversation on John and David's journey so far. John and David share their mental health tool boxes and their self care after providing therapeutic work. We also discuss John and David's experiences of having dyslexia and a strengths based view of dyslexia. We also discuss their experiences of working and studying abroad. What's in David Staunton's mental health toolbox? Boundaries. Token system: Four things you have to do a day. Cursing creatively. What's in John Moriarty's mental health toolbox? Reframing. Reflecting and learning from your own life. Gratitude and reflecting on your own personal journey. Also mentioned in this episode is abstract artist and art therapist Eveleen Murphy.

In this episode of the Road to Psychology I speak to John Moriarty and David Staunton. This is Part 1 of our conversation. John and Dave both recently applied for the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. We discuss their experience thus far the extensive work they have put in to develop themselves as individuals and professionals. We discuss; Routes to psychology outside the B.A (8:30min).  John and Dave's research into Carl Jung and the nazis (13min) Getting research published (24:30min) Applying for the doctorate in clinical psychology (27min) Applying to the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in the UK (31min) Benefits of group support when writing applications (36min) Having a Plan B on the road to psychology (42min) Psychologists in Primary Schools -PIPS (47min) Avoiding Burnout in Voluntary Work (54min)  

In this episode I bring you conversation with Counselling Psychologists Dr Abiola Muhammed Ogunfowora and Dr Anjali Chaudri. Abiola and Anjali are recent graduates of the doctorate in counselling psychology from Trinity college Dublin. We discuss their roads to psychology, 'Black Therapists Ireland' and a new initiative they have started called Racism on the Couch highlighting systemic racism in Psychology and providing a community for psychologists and aspiring psychologists from minority backgrounds. Abiola and Anjali provide valuable advice on how to provide effective therapy to someone of a different cultural background which is so important. They also highlight the common mistakes therapists make in this area. I am so grateful to Abiola and Anjali for their time and I really enjoyed our conversation. I hope you enjoy. Time Stamps: 2 mins: Why Counselling Psych 5 mins: TCD Doctorate 12 mins: Recommendations for how therapists can be culturally aware. 15 min: Client confidence in being honest with their therapist. 17min: Racism on the Couch. 19min: Finding community as a psychologist from a minority background. 21 min: The importance of discussing racism in therapy. 22min: Micro-aggressions. 26min: Racism in Ireland 30 min: Dealing with abrupt endings as a therapist. 31 min: Providing culturally sensitive therapy. 34min: Safe endings in therapy. 42min: Intercultural/Interracial therapeutic relationship. Resources mentioned in the show; https://www.racismonthecouch.com/about https://www.blacktherapistsireland.ie/ https://www.routledge.com/How-the-Irish-Became-White/Ignatiev/p/book/9780415963091  

In this episode we welcome back Dr. Claire Hayes. Claire was our first ever guest on the podcast. Claire shares some lovely tips about coping at Christmas. I was motivated to create this episode because I lost my Dad at Christmas. I can empathise with those who find this to be a difficult time. Claire shares some valuable tips about looking after your mental health at Christmas. I also share what has worked for me. I hope you enjoy and Merry Christmas from the Road to Psychology. 11:45 min: Dealing with expectations at Christmas. 20 min: Maintaining a balance. 21:30 min: Limiting alcohol at Christmas 26:45 min: Honouring what Christmas means to you and creating your own traditions. 32 min: Dealing with grief at Christmas 33min Creating new memories 36:30 min: Aware resources available to help 40min: Benefits of calling a support line. 43min: Expectations of children.

In this episode we bring you a conversation with a recent graduate of the Clinical Psychology Doctorate from UCD. Antaine Stiobhairt is a true scientist practitioner with a Masters in Neuropsychology. Antaine has conducted research into delirium in an older population and more recently he conducted research into seclusion and the recovery model. He has extensive experience both as a support worker, AP and trainee psychologist. He offers a unique and honest perspective on the career path. What are three things in Antaine Stiobhairt's mental health toolbox? Music Nature  Friends Time Stamps: 4:30 min: Research into Delirium. 7:50 min: Value of support worker roles. 13:50 min: Knowing when you're ready to apply. 24:30 min: What training to be a psychologist is like. 26:30 min: Burnout in the career. 32:30 min: Considering personal therapy prior to undertaking training. 33:30 min: Research into seclusion and the recovery model. 49 min: The job search after training 52:30 min: Interview and answer prep for applications 1hr 2:30min: The impact on your personal life 1hr 3 min: Research by Conall O' Rourke from UCC 1hr11min: Specific mental health care for older people.  

In our final episode of series 1 I bring you a conversation on Health Psychology with Orna Murray. Orna is a graduate of the MSc in Health Psychology, an athlete and founder of Your Health Psychology. In this episode we discuss; Orna's Road to Psychology: 3:00 Doing the inner work as an early career Psychologist: 15:00 Women and girls in sport: 25:00 Athletes and the menstrual cycle: 28:00 Building Relationships and working with young women: 30:00 The menstrual cycle and mental health: 31:00 Staying well during winter: 38:00 Ending comparison and finding your own road to psychology: 43:00 Your Health Psychology; http://yourhealthpsychology.ie/      

In this episode I bring you a conversation with Padraig Walsh. Padraig is a behaviour specialist, improv enthusiast and fellow podcaster with a degree in Psychology and a masters in Applied Behaviour Analysis. He is also CEO of Actualise Academy which offers CPD courses online. Padraig and I discuss his career path to becoming a Behaviour Specialist, Imposter syndrome, public speaking, positive behaviour support and much more. Resources and terms mentioned in this episode; All about Dis podcast series; https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/all-about-dis Actualise Academy; https://www.actualiseacademy.com/ The Behaviour Vaccine Podcast The Anatomy of Disgust Positive Behaviour Support Imposter Syndrome What's in Padraig Walsh's mental health tool box? Movement and his Garmin Not taking work home. Sea swimming    

In this episode I bring you an interview with Dr Eoin Galavan. Eoin is a Senior Clinical and Counselling Psychologist in the HSE, North Dublin Adult Mental Health Services. He is currently the Clinical Lead for the North Dublin Suicide Assessment and Treatment Service, and former team leader for the Evolve Dialectical Behaviour Therapy program, both of which are dedicated to treating suicidality and self harm within the public mental health services.  In this episode we discuss the Dr Eoin Galavan's journey to psychology, The CAMS model of working with suicidal individuals, caring for your mental health when working with people in crisis and the mental health crisis within the Travelling community. Resources mentioned in this Episode; CAMS website and webinar; https://cams-care.com/resources/news/cams-introduction-webinar-recording/ Motivational Interviewing Metacognition Exchange House; https://www.exchangehouse.ie/   What's in Dr Eoin Galavan's mental health tool box; Love Trusting relationships where you feel safe including psychotherapy Physical Health

In this episode I bring you an interview with T.J. Hogan. T.J. is the coordinator of the East Cork Traveller Project. He has a B.A. in Community Development and Sociology from Cork Institute of Technology. T.J. also ran for T.D. and local elections in Cork. In this episode T.J. and I discuss his experience of growing up as a Traveller in Ireland and in his community on the north side of Cork City. We discuss the issues facing the Travelling community and the mental health crisis they are facing. Resources mentioned in this episode; Float like a butterfly; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AJmzdoGpOY I am Traveller (John Connors); https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rawJSUFZzGM Pieta House East Cork Traveller Project 1963 Commission on Itinerancy; https://itmtrav.ie/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/ITM-Review-of-the-1963-Commission-on-Itinerancy.pdf What's in T.J. Hogan's mental health tool box? Manchester United and watching the soccer. Having at least one person to talk to and surrounding yourself with good people.