The Adversity Psychologist
The Adversity Psychologist
Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo
Welcome to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast! A Podcast incorporating personal narratives about facing and navigating adversity. Learning from the human experience of adversity with a pinch of psychology on top! A mixture of people, their experiences & professional psychological discussion. Helping us all overcome difficult times by learning from each other. I am Dr Tara, a qualified and regulated Psychologist with over 20 years experience in helping people overcome adversity in their lives. Come and join me and my guests as we hear their heartfelt and inspiring stories and help you learn how to apply psychological principles to manage your wellbeing following adversity. We will cover sleep, grief and loss, disability, mental health, injury, trauma, illness, stress, anxiety, depression, coping, setbacks, financial adversity, stigma and much more. Life throws a lot our way but with hope, resilience, compassion and a toolkit of coping skills- we've got this! Find out more about me: https://drtara.co.uk/
ADHD and Managing Money- reducing shame and meaningful solutions
Podcast Show NotesSeries 12 Episode 6Guest: Krystle McGilveryIn this episode I talk with Krystle McGilvery, money and behavioural specialist and chartered accountant about the relationship between ADHD and managing money. We cover:Why might ADHD impact money managementRisk factors The spiral of shameAvoidance patterns Clear solutionsReducing stressUtilising automated systemsUseful links for Krystle:https://www.krystlemcgilvery.com/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.uk Linktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity. Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Apr 8
47 min
Coping with Bereavement- Understanding and Processing Loss
Podcast Show NotesSeries 12 Episode 5Guest: Dr Agnieszka PytlowanaIn this episode I talk with Clinical Psychologist Dr Anna about lived experience of bereavement.We cover:Dr Anna’s experience of bereavementBereavement and grief as terms we useDr Anna’s book “Coping with Bereavement”Theories of grief and lossBiopsychosocial model to help us understand grief.Additional considerations that can impact the bereavement journeyManaging grief in the helping professionsUseful links for Dr Anna:https://mind4mind.co.uk/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Apr 1
41 min
Bibliotherapy- Let reading empower you and your wellbeing!
Podcast Show NotesSeries 12 Episode 4Guest: Bijal ShahWe Cover:What is bibliotherapyHow it can help with our emotional healthThe benefits of reading and connecting with literatureUsing bibliotherapy in different organisationsBijal’s book “Bibliotherapy”Online courses in bibliotherapy with BijalFind Bijal:https://www.booktherapy.io/pages/about-bijal?srsltid=AfmBOopN1Yh8od7zpAExehosmxCIh10Qe0Gxj02ENDm9QlpzFLrVIbOOhttps://www.instagram.com/booktherapy_by_bijal/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Mar 25
47 min
"YouRu"- Find your inner Guru after traumatic life events
Podcast Show NotesSeries 12 Episode 3Guest: Sara SusakIn this episode I talk with the inspirational lawyer about her journey navigating devastating head and neck cancer and paralysis- to find purpose and meaning again.We cover:Sara’s journey with neck and face cancerManaging trauma and recoveryDiscovering new purpose and meaningThe power of Vedic meditationWriting her inspirational book “Youru”How you can start your journey to being our own ‘guru’Useful links and organisations:https://www.sarahsusak.com/homehttps://books2read.com/YOURU-Find-the-guru-within-you/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Mar 18
47 min
Coping with trauma in the armed forces- with Major General Tim Hodgetts
Podcast Show NotesSeries 12 Episode 2Guest: Major General (Retired) Tim Hodgetts In this episode I talk to the incredible Major General (Retired) Timothy John Hodgetts (CB, CBE, KHS, DL) Ex Senior British Army officer and medical doctor. He served as head of the Army Medical Services and then as Surgeon General of the United Kingdom Armed Forces.We cover:Tim’s medical careerTrauma in the armed forcesInnovation in medicine and the armed forcesUsing poetry as medicineUseful links and organisations:https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/morpeth-book-festival/retired-major-general-tim-hodgetts-featuring-what-poetry-can-bring-to-medicine/e-yjjmlqTim’s book- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Frontlines-Lifelines-Collected-Doctor-Crisis/dp/1916846319LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-hodgetts-cb-cbe-ostj-dl-94341341/Poppy Factory Charity- https://www.poppyfactory.org/visit/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Mar 11
54 min
Protect Animals Protect People with Mark Randell
Podcast Show NotesSeries 12 Episode 1Guest: Mark Randell We cover:Mark’s incredible policing careerMarks work with charity NaturewatchTeaching and training others in protecting animals and people.The human animal abuse link-protecting animals to protect people.Red flags in a relationship and having difficult conversationsHow you can helpUseful links and organisations:Naturewatch: https://naturewatch.org/Claire’s law: https://clares-law.com/Refuge for pets: https://refuge4pets.org.uk/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast, it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Mar 4
48 min
Triumph over Trauma- Sharing your story after Burn Injury
Podcast Show NotesSeries 11 Episode 3Guest: Marc ConveyIn this episode I speak to the incredible Marc Convey, motivational speaker and burns survivor and advocate for triumph over trauma.We cover:·     Navigating life changing injuries and surgery·     The importance of family and community support·     Coping with setbacks- from one day at a time to month by month.·     Embarking on the big travel adventure- the power of seizing the now.·     Not letting injury hold you back – the role of strength and resilience.·     Moving forward- the importance of value-based living.·     Telling the story - helping others through the power of narrative.Find Marchttps://www.marcconvey.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-convey/https://www.instagram.com/the_conv/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Jul 2, 2025
59 min
"Knitting is Therapeutic" Using Knitting for Mental Health With Dr Mia Hobbs
Podcast Show NotesSeries 11 Episode 2Guest: Dr Mia HobbsIn this episode I talk to the amazing Dr Mia Hobbs, Clinical Psychologist specialising in the therapeutic benefits of knitting. She is host of the ‘Why I Knit Podcast’ and Co-Founder of Creative Restoration.We cover:·     Mia’s own journey with knitting and how this led to her arriving at the idea of wanting to use it therapeutically.·     The challenge of using more creative approaches to therapy.·     Knitting Micro-gains. How learning to knit one stitch at a time can enhance overall wellbeing.  ·     Knitting for grounding and connection·     Learning to knit as a professional and the personal benefits.Find Dr MiaWebsite:  https://creativerestoration.org/ including the ‘Why I Knit Podcast’ Links.Instagram: https://wwwResources for new knitters: https://creativerestoration.org/free-guide/This blog is also for getting started with ideas for your first project: https://creativerestoration.org/5-easy-ideas-for-your-very-first-knitting-project/5 easy ideas for your very first knitting projectSupport LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Jun 11, 2025
43 min
'Beyond The Clippers' Mental Health In The Barbers
Podcast Show NotesSeries 11  Episode 1Guest: Danny TurnerIn this episode I talk to the inspirational Danny Turner.Danny is the creator of Beyond The Clippers. A group which aims to raise awareness in men's mental health through the use of barbering and the industry. From talking at the biggest barber event in Europe and creating an affiliation, so other shops and barbers can use the platform for their clients, Danny aims on making barber shops a safe place for open & confidential conversations.We cover:-      Men’s mental health-      The significance of lived experience-      Getting men talking in the barbers-      Normalising conversations and reducing stigma and shame-      Encoring people to seek help-      Self-confidence and self esteem-      Creating long term change though helping other barbers to follow suit.Find Dannyhttps://www.instagram.com/beyond.the.clippers/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Jun 4, 2025
51 min
Understanding Self Harm with Beth Derry
Podcast Show NotesSeries 10 Episode 6Guest: Beth DerryIn this episode I talk to the wonderful Beth Derry, founder of ‘Lovely Messy Humans’ about self-harm. Beth uses her lived experience of self-harm to educate and support others through her innovative work.We talk:-      What is self-harm- the neuroscience of how self-harm “works”-      How do we spot it- Why rethinking self-harm begins with understanding ourselves-      The real reason self-harm among teens is on the rise -      How to start conversations about self-harm- How to open and maintain and trusting conversations-      Working with people around self-harm behaviour- The power of co-regulation-      Opportunities to break the cycle of self-harm and support long-term resilience-      The crucial importance of eliminating shame for this generationFind Beth:Website: https://www.bethderry.com/Support LinksThe Adversity Psychologist Podcast sessions do not constitute any kind of formal clinical support. If you require support with your emotional health or are in crisis then please refer to the details below:https://www.samaritans.org/https://www.mind.org.ukhttps://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/LinksConnect with me www.drtara.co.ukLinktree https://linktr.ee/DrtaraqcIf you are enjoying the podcast it would be great if you can subscribe, share rate and review the episodes. It helps us reach more people with our narratives of adversity.Thank you for listening to The Adversity Psychologist Podcast.
Feb 12, 2025
52 min
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