Is people pleasing helpful? How do you approach helping someone to understand why they are stuck in that people pleasing cycle?

In this episode, we speak with founder of Thea psychology Dr Hanne Warren. Hanne is a clinical psychologist and specialises in working with women who struggle with issues like people pleasing. Hanne shares her journey from working in the NHS to starting her private practice, focusing on the unique challenges her clients face with people-pleasing behaviours. She shares the importance of diving deep into the roots of people-pleasing, its functions, and the techniques used to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms. From the downward arrow technique to the importance of self-compassion and body awareness, Hanne provides valuable insights and practical tools .

Highlights of the episode include:

04:02 - The essence of people-pleasing and why it happens

08:10 - Formulating and understanding client histories

15:30 - The downward arrow technique for uncovering core fears

22:45 - Techniques for building self-compassion and body awareness

30:55 - Realising the costs of people-pleasing and making change

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Other relevant information as mentioned in this episode

Accessible and compassionate ACT training courses via ACTivating Your Practice with Dr Dawn Johnson and Dr Richard Bennett - https://activatingyourpractice.newzenler.com/

Apps:

The Self-Compassion App

Books:

ACT Made Simple - Harris

CFT Made Simple - Kolts

Experiencing Compassion-Focussed Therapy from the Inside Out - Kolts, Bell, Bennett-Levy and Irons

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How do you begin your therapy sessions? Do you use specific questions or perhaps an exercise? Do you sit in silence? Do you do the same thing for everyone?

In this episode Dr Natalie Stott invites you reflect on your current session openings . Often overlooked due to routine, how we commence sessions can significantly shape the how the session develops. Drawing insights from a poll conducted among therapists, this episode explores different approaches for making the start of each session impactful and tailored to your client's needs. Natalie breaks the results from the poll into the following sections:

02:12 Self reflection

04:17 Agenda setting

07:08 Client-led beginnings

11:31 Therapist-led approaches

14:11 Mindfulness openings

17:48 Creative methods

Consider trying a new technique discussed in this episode and see how it influences your therapy practice.

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Good sleep is more than just rest—it’s a foundation for mental health. But what happens when a client’s sleep is affecting their progress, even if they’re not there to address their sleep?

In this episode Dr Natalie Stott speaks with CBT-i trained clinical psychologist, Dr Stuart Sadler. With 10-30% of people experiencing sleep issues, it's crucial to be equipped with how we can support our clients. This episode explores subtle ways to support clients facing sleep struggles without it being their primary focus. They cover the effects of medication on sleep architecture and the importance of prioritising quality over quantity of sleep. The discussion also includes strategies for weaning off sleep medication and small habit changes to improve sleep, despite long-standing issues. While sleep hygiene is commonly known, Dr Sadler highlights alternative tools like sleep diaries to support clients that might be struggling.

01:58 Understanding sleep medicine

04:27 Common sleep issues and their psychological links

09:02 Impact of medication on sleep

14:34 Practical tips for improving sleep

33:15 Additional resources and training

***Guest Info***

Connect with Dr Stuart Sadler on his website https://newcastlepsychologist.co.uk or at https://yorktherapyclinic.co.uk

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