

The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast
Dr Marianne Trent
šļø Essential listening for psychology students, trainees, and early-career professionals who want to build confidence, gain insight, and thrive in their psychology journey.
If you're striving to become a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Health, Educational, or Occupational Psychologist - or youāre already qualified and looking for guidance in novel areas - this podcast is for you!
Iām Dr. Marianne Trent, a qualified Clinical Psychologist, author, and creator of The Aspiring Psychologist Membership. When I was working towards my career goals, I longed for insider knowledge, clarity, and reassurance - so I created the podcast I wish Iād had.
Every week, I bring you honest, actionable insights through a mix of solo episodes and expert interviews, covering the topics that matter most:
ā Building the right experience to stand out in applications
ā Navigating challenges like imposter syndrome and burnout
ā Developing clinical skills and understanding different psychology roles
ā Applying for training courses and succeeding in interviews
ā Exploring real stories from psychologists at different career stages
This isnāt just a podcast - itās a support system for anyone pursuing a career in psychology.
š” Subscribe now and start making your psychology career ambitions a reality.
š Explore my books, membership, and more: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent
If you're striving to become a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Health, Educational, or Occupational Psychologist - or youāre already qualified and looking for guidance in novel areas - this podcast is for you!
Iām Dr. Marianne Trent, a qualified Clinical Psychologist, author, and creator of The Aspiring Psychologist Membership. When I was working towards my career goals, I longed for insider knowledge, clarity, and reassurance - so I created the podcast I wish Iād had.
Every week, I bring you honest, actionable insights through a mix of solo episodes and expert interviews, covering the topics that matter most:
ā Building the right experience to stand out in applications
ā Navigating challenges like imposter syndrome and burnout
ā Developing clinical skills and understanding different psychology roles
ā Applying for training courses and succeeding in interviews
ā Exploring real stories from psychologists at different career stages
This isnāt just a podcast - itās a support system for anyone pursuing a career in psychology.
š” Subscribe now and start making your psychology career ambitions a reality.
š Explore my books, membership, and more: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent
Episodes
Mentioned books

Oct 24, 2022 ⢠32min
When you decide you need to quit your job - quitting your psychology role
Sometimes there will come a time when you realise that for a variety of reasons you need to quit your job. This can bring up a lot of complicated thoughts, feelings and situations. I hope this episode is helpful to you either right now or in the future. The Highlights: 00:29: Welcome 01:09: Finding todayās topic 01:31: Breaking News! 02:18: Come and join my free community 03:03: An unenviable role in psychology and spotting your new job! 05:07: How do you celebrate a new job? 05:48: Getting the sense a job is not for youā¦. 08:28: Internalising reasons 09:45: Unsafe services 10:57: 12-year-old Marianne ā random insights 13:58: People who area bad fit for a service 15:39: Packing up your stuff 16:06: Reasons to stay 17:27: Timing of doctoral placements 19:08: Lizzy 20:55: When did you first hear about me? 21:53: Enter competition before Halloween deadline ā see shownotes 22:57: Using supervision 23:20: Union support 24:42: Pitching in to support your team 26:12 The ultimate taboo? Quitting doctoral training 27:25: Your happiness matters 28:24: Talk to others and be supported 29:00: Thanks, and connect, 31st Oct compassionate Q&A 30:00: Close Links:ļ¶ Enter competition to win 1:1 coaching session here: www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/my-books ļ¶ Grab your copy of the new book: The Aspiring Psychologist Collective: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 ļ¶ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionļ¶ Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #BPS #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #newbook #britishpsychologicalsociety #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #quityourjob #quittingpsychology #mentalhealthprofessionals

Oct 17, 2022 ⢠36min
Top productivity hacks for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals
Episode: 45: Productivity hacks for mental health professionals Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. With so many pressing demands coming from different directions it can be hard to know where to start in getting ourselves organized and getting things done. Hereās my top ideas for work-based productivity hacks. I hope you find them useful. What are your top tips for helping you get stuff done? Let me know in the comments. The Highlights: ⢠00:29: Welcome, and thanks for your enthusiasm about the new book. ⢠02:01: Competition time! ⢠03:26: Leaving me audio testimonials ⢠04:33: The plates I spin⢠05:41: How to keep plates spinning and get stuff done at work! My top productivity hacks to get stuff done! ⢠06:04: Background to a CAPA service⢠09:00: Tip 1! ⢠14:19: Chippy tea ⢠18:38: Balancing the needs of productivity and accomplishment versus team restrictions⢠19:56: Avalon ⢠21:49: Top tip 2 ⢠24:00: Transparency about your behind-the-scenes activities⢠26:14: Top tip 3⢠26:51: Client confidentiality ⢠27:58: Top tip 4 ⢠28:43: Top tip 5 ⢠30:19: Come and chat with me in the free Facebook group⢠30:49: Compassionate Q&A on 31/10/2022 at 7:30pm ⢠31:22: Note about making live comments on twitter⢠32:09: Getting the support you need and deserve with āMarianne Mondays!ā⢠33:08: Come and connect with me and thanksLinks:ļ¶ Grab your copy of the new book: The Aspiring Psychologist Collective: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 ļ¶ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionļ¶ Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #BPS #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #newbook #britishpsychologicalsociety #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #productivityhack #productivityhacks #getshitdone #getstuffdone #domore #procrastinateless

Oct 10, 2022 ⢠27min
The new kid on the block - The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book - must read for aspiring psychologists
Exciting times! Itās here after much anticipation! The Aspiring Psychologist Collective book has landed. Youāre the first to know about it and hereās all the insider goss you need to know! To grab your copy head to: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 To leave me an audio testimonial for the aspiring psychologist collective or the clinical psychologist collective head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast The Highlights: ⢠00:29: Welcome & Chapter numbers⢠02:04: Struggling with a cold⢠02:54: Self-care⢠03:18: So, whatās the book all about?⢠05:39: Contributor backgrounds ⢠07:07: Book theme 1⢠08:47: Book theme 2 ⢠10:07: New Jingle Alert! ⢠10:44: Loving the jingle! ⢠12:01: A call for audio testimonials ⢠12:39: Competition:⢠16:18: Book Theme 3⢠17:18: Drawing in books⢠18:03: Book them 4 ⢠19:00: Leaving apple reviews ⢠21:18: Look of the book! ⢠22:53: Feeling proud ⢠23:39: Nerve-cited about feedback & close Links:ļ¶ Grab your copy of the new book: The Aspiring Psychologist Collective: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 ļ¶ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionļ¶ Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #BPS #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #new book #author #authorsofinstagram #publishingday #aspiringpsychologistcollective #drmariannetrent #newbook #newbookalert #britishpsychologicalsociety #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #newjingle #jingle #jinglealert

Oct 3, 2022 ⢠31min
Apostates - a hidden population for potential trauma and abuse - with Hari Parekh
Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In todayās episode we will be considering religion and what happens when someone decides to leave a faith. This is called being āan apostateā and it can also have implications for identity trauma and abuse. I am joined by Hari Parekh who is a trainee clinical psychologist and has conducted research in this area. We hope you enjoy it. The Highlights: 00:30: Welcome 01:31: Progress as a podcaster! & Context to the podcast episode 03:29: Intro to Hari 04:32: What is an apostate? 06:09: Why havenāt we heard of it before? 07:40: Family context and abuse 08:43: Domestic violence and apostatesā crossover09:25: Culture and violence and abuse within families. 10:34: Childhood ACEās and apostasy 11:48: 80-year-old apostate 13:02: Family reactions to apostasy 14:14: āComing outā as an apostate 14:30: Scriptures15:44: Human reactions to apostasy 16:20: Professional approaches and apostasy 18:49: Formulation 19:19: Confidence as professionals 20:26: An organization to support apostates 21:05: Hariās own experiences21:48: Choosing a research topic 22:31: Publishing research 24:33: Raising awareness with professionals 25:29: Thanks to Hari25:30: The Aspiring psychologist Collective, Aspiring psychologist Membership and future podcast episodes 27:36: Connecting on Socials & CloseLinks:To read Hariās research article head to: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0886260519898428To connect with Hari: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrhariparekh/ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent⢠To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #supervision #BPS #apostate #hariparekh #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #religion #faith #losingmyreligion

Sep 26, 2022 ⢠34min
Connecting with Your Values as an Aspiring Psychologist
Connecting with Your Values as an Aspiring Psychologist. Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In todayās episode we will consider our values. Values having become increasingly popular in psychological interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. They can also help us to take better care of ourselves. Have a listen to see how I use my values in my work, personal life and for self-care!The Highlights: A Grief Hangover.An ACT values exercise.What values are important for career goals?Living according to your values.A foreword from Dr. Chris Irons.Planning for the next decade!Modelling your values to others.Patience and curiosity a parent.Twisting values.Do a values exercise with me! Links:Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent⢠To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #clinicalpsychology #mentalhealth #selfcare #HerMajesty #Grief #applications #supervision #mourning #QueenElizabeth #BPS #media #griefhangover #values #CFT #compassionfocusedtherapy #Acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #therapy #parenting #gentalparenting #planning #goalsetting

Sep 19, 2022 ⢠16min
Mourning the Queen and the new Clearing House Website
Episode 41 of the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast: Mourning and the new Clearing House WebsiteThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In the U.K. and many other places in the world, the public are mourning. This podcast episode was recorded the day after the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. This coincided with the opening of the new Clearing House website. Today we discuss the new website and some tips and resources you can use during your application. In these times of public mourning, whether you are sad or not, stay kind to you.The Highlights: 00:28: The passing of Her Majesty01:47: The new Clearing House website 04:00: Making YOUR form sound like YOU. 06:38: The BPS Alternative Handbook 11:02: The incoming Aspiring Psychologist Collective book! 13:16: Personal responses to the Queens passing.Links:New Leads Clearing House website: https://www.clearing-house.org.uk/Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page.

Sep 12, 2022 ⢠42min
How to use your knowledge to look after your mental health
How do you use your own skills as a mental health professional to support and guide your own mental health? Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 40: Reflecting on Your Own Mental Health as an Aspiring Psychologist.Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Like everyone else, psychologists and aspiring psychologists experience the ebbs and flows of life. During this podcast episode, I am open and vulnerable about some tough times in my life and how I used my skills in psychology to reflect on my own mental health. I mentioned psychological models that I apply, and that you could apply, to regularly check in with yourself. I hope that you find this useful and thank you for being a part of my world. The Highlights: 00:28: A raw and honest episode.01:47: Life with a six-week-old sleep thief!06:06: Reflecting on my own mental health.10:06: Life ebbs and flows.15:00: Self-reflection to be aware of our mental health. 17:29: Self-reflection and supervision.19:18: Looking at our own hierarchy of needs.38:50: CloseLinks:Check out my juicer here: https://amzn.to/3oMULWl Leeds Clearing House: https://chpccp.leeds.ac.uk/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fGet your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page.

Sep 5, 2022 ⢠44min
What is a Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP)? How Do you Train as a CAP? Should you Train as a CAP? With Elise Dyer
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 39: The Clinical Associate Psychologist programme for Aspiring Psychologists.Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Aspiring psychologists often feel disheartened when applying to roles on their journey and not getting the results they desire. To reduce the impact that this has on aspiring psychologists and the psychology field, psychologists created a new role. For todayās episode, I invited Elise Dyer to discuss the Clinical Associate Psychologist programme. By the end of the episode, you will know what it is, whether it might be for you and how you can apply! I hope this helps and thank you for being a part of my world!The Highlights: 00:29: Feeling disheartened with the application process.01:47: Introducing Elise Dyer.03:19: What is the CAP programme? 09:49: The CAP programme and your career goals. 11:01: Funding for the CAP programme.11:32: A brief history.13:34: The Higher Education England funding rule.17:49: Assessments on the CAP programme.20:39: Supervision and support.22:17: Teaching on the programme.22:45: Placements.24:04: How to apply and career progression! 27:59: Remote teaching as a silver lining!29:25: Eliseās experience of training. 31:00: Cohort bonding on a remote course.32:42: Avoiding burnout! 37:36: Working in Academia and connect with me for free!Connect with Elise Dyer on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/elise-dyer-355001147Follow University of Plymouth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plymuni/Links:Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent⢠To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page.

Aug 29, 2022 ⢠29min
The DClinPsy Application Season is Coming! Timeline & Tips!
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 38: The Application Season for Aspiring Clinical Psychologists.DClinPsy Application Season is Coming! Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. At the time this episode airs, the 1st of September will be on the horizon. The applications for the Clinical Psychology Doctorate open in September. I recorded this episode to give you an overview of the application process and some key tips to keep in mind. I hope you find it helpful and thank you for being part of my world. The Highlights: 00:28: What is a bank holiday for anyway?!02:29: Key dates on the horizon.04:48: A recap of the application process. 07:53: Advice about submitting early! 12:00: Who should proofread your form?14:06: The Aspiring Psychologist Membership 16:45: Got any questions for a Clinical Psychologist? 19:40: Getting more YOU into your application. 20:40: An inspirational fight for change!21:38: It will be your name and photo on the name badge! Links:Leads Clearing House: https://chpccp.leeds.ac.uk/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fGet your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent⢠To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page.

Aug 22, 2022 ⢠22min
Garden party psychology - boundaries and conversations you might have as an aspiring psychologist!
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 37: Garden party psychology - boundaries and conversations you might have as an aspiring psychologist!Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. When you tell someone your job title people might just here the āpsychologistā in assistant psychologist or āmental healthā in mental health practitioner and then look to you for help. Considering the recent news in the press on SSRIāS and depression, people may be asking for your advice, and you may not be sure what is appropriate to say. Today is a short episode, filmed in the sun, that gives you some tips and guidance around navigating (or avoiding!) these difficult conversations! I hope it helps, stay kind to you! The Highlights: 00:28: A sunny day to record a podcast 01:23: To socialise or not to socialise? 02:14: Staying mindfully excited about life.03:08: Are you a garden party psychologist?07:23: What to do if people around you want your mental health advice? 16:30: When people hear your job title!19:15: Come and let me know what you do! Links:Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervisionConnect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the upcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent⢠To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityLike, Comment, Subscribe & get involved:If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page.


