The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 36: What it means to call yourself a psychologist.Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. The journey to becoming a qualified psychologist is not an easy one. Increasingly, there are people out there who claim to be psychologists when they are not qualified. Today I am joined by the inspiring Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo, who is a counselling psychologist. We discuss what it means to call yourself a psychologist and the controversies around using this term without the qualifications. I hope that you find it useful and thank you for being a part of my world. The Highlights: 00:28: Welcoming Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo, counselling psychologist. 02:23: Tara’s journey08:09: What can you do if you spot an unqualified psychologist?09:00: Why the difference between qualified and unqualified is so vital.10:21: What the BPS logo actually means.12:49: The impact on aspiring psychologists and qualified psychologists. 17:35: Considering risk.19:21: Let’s talk money.20:09: Tara’s brilliantly compassionate conversation starter project. 25:51: Getting in touch with Tara and a big thank you!Get in touch with Tara: Website: www.drtara.co.ukLinkedIn: Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tara-quinn-cirillo-757301212/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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 35: Mindfulness practice for aspiring psychologists.Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. On our journeys in psychology, our lives can become really busy. Today I have a lovely chat with Amy Polly about mindfulness and meditation. She stresses that mindfulness is for everyone and gives great advice for how you can fit it into your life. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed speaking to her, and that it can help you on the good days and the bad. There are a couple of swear words in the episode so you may want to listen away from children. The Highlights: 00:28: Living busy lives and introducing our guest speaker Amy Polly.02:03: Amy’s origin story into mindfulness.04:38: Mindfulness when coping with difficult experiences. 06:15: What mindfulness really is.09:24: Integrating mindfulness into your busy lifestyle.12:49: The raisin exercise! 14:10: Reducing burnout.19:15: Being compassionate to ourselves!20:41: Trauma and mindfulness. 21:58: Our physical health is important too!23:14: Future proofing!26:17: Teaching mindfulness to children and young people.28:55: We can all practice mindfulness!30:11: A heart-warming message. Links:Connect with Amy Polly here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-polly-69415a18b/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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 34: When you’re hurting and feel like quitting psychologyThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In my endeavours to support aspiring psychologists, I have been approached by a few who have told me about difficult experiences in their roles that have left them feeling that this field is not for them. Today I speak to you about how we can manage the knocks and bumps that we experience along the way in psychology and how we can get support when we need it. I hope this helps you, and thank you for being a part of my world. The Highlights: 00:28: A busy week02:23: Deciding psychology isn’t for you03:30: When things just go really wrong 05:50: Different relationships we find ourselves in08:50: Feeling you’re being treated unfairly10:08: Accessing support 11:41: Jingles and testimonial13:08: Managing a difficult supervisory relationship15:10: Maybe it is time for a change? 16:05: A useful way to think about your role 16:59: A lesson from CAMHS 18:54: Ouchy feedback from clients! 19:52: Reaching out for support21:46: An announcement for new free content!Links:To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunityGet 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 Like, 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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 33: Reflecting on the impact of supervisory relationshipsThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Throughout our journeys, we meet many people. Many of these people will stay with you - in your memories, the impact they have on you personally and professionally, or by remaining a part of your world. Some of these might be memories of difficult times, but I hope most of them will be inspiring and compassionate memories of people who shaped you as an aspiring psychologist. Today I reflect on those that shaped me throughout my journey. I hope you enjoy listening and stay kind to you!The Highlights: 00:28: How I came up with today's topic!01:32: An interesting awakening 02:20 Practicing gratitude 04:14: My first supervisor07:24: Another great experience in great boots09:24: Inspiration from my trainee days – the good and the bad days 11:30: On the other side of training 13:40: Ending those great relationships17:19 Jingles and testimonials 19:08: Celebrating the jingles 21:30: Those I carry with me 21:11: A message for you Links: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/drmariannetrent• To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 32: Reflections on the 6-month podcast anniversaryThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Together we have reached the six-month anniversary of the podcast! Some episodes do better than others, so today, I am giving you the juicy statistics and recapping what we have spoken about so far. I reflect on my experiences hosting this podcast and propose an idea for you to compete in a competition! I hope you enjoy this, and thank you for being a part of my world. The Highlights: 00:28: Introducing today’s topic01:36: How the podcast is doing so far! 02:59: When do people listen to this podcast? 05:01: The stats and recaps14:00: Are you up for an anniversary challenge? 15:00: More stats and recaps 15:59: A not very compassionate theme emerges 13:03: More stats and recaps19:03: Jingles and testimonials 21:30: Celebrating the jingles 21:30: Stats, recaps and parenting! 27:16: Growing with the podcast and compassion 29:36: Stats of more recent episodes34:06: Feedback and connecting with me! 37:05: My lunch and goodbye for now! Links: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/drmariannetrent• To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 31: Leadership and emotional intelligenceThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Today’s guest speaker, Kul Mahay, shares his experience working in the police force and developing leadership training for aspiring psychologists from underrepresented groups. Kul Mahay has shown great success in helping others to improve their emotional intelligence and leadership qualities. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed the recording! The Highlights: ·       00:28: Introducing the lovely Kul Mahay·       01:40: Applying to the police force·       02:39: Kul’s role in the force ·       03:37: The importance of good leadership and positive communication·       05:18: Improving leadership outcomes for underrepresented groups ·       09:05: The ups and downs of our stories ·       10:26: It's okay to UM and AH! ·       13:03: Components of emotional intelligence ·       13:32: Thinking about where you are right now·       17:12: A book called Smash the Habit  ·       19:33: Relationships and development ·       20:38: 26 competency areas ·       21:32: Personal power: Our relationship with ourselves·       23:51: Compassion and the DClinPsy·       24:59: Imposter syndrome·       29:08: Working on yourself·       32:50: Leadership for NHS psychologists ·       37:48: Culture temperatureContacting Kul Mahay: LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/kulmahayWebsite: http://www.igniteyourinnerpotential.comLinks:Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including theupcoming Aspiring Psychologist Book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership onher Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 30: Career Changes, Dyslexia and Making a Difference with Challenging Populations with Dr Deborah KingstonThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Today’s guest speaker, Dr. Deborah Kingston, shares here journey through the Royal Air Force to Clinical Psychology. She shares some experiences she had when working in forensic settings that I think you will all enjoy, and that have something to teach us about how we help others and view behaviour. She also talks about her journey with dyslexia and when her clinical training took an unexpected turn.  I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed the recording! The Highlights:      00:28: Introducing the lovely Dr. Deborah Kingston02:15: Through the Royal Air Force to psychology·       09:00: A thesis in 13 months!        10:14: Parenting and other plates to spin!·       11:41: Trauma and the military       13:20: Learning and imposter syndrome       16:54: Working with Trauma in forensic settings·       19:57: When we cannot help others in a clinical setting·       22:47: Seeing more than just the behaviour ·       27:14: Keeping in contact        29:16: Private practice and helping those that cant afford it ·       29:57: The challenges of working in a prison·       32:22: Using supervision·       33:16: Failing a thesis – what now?!·       36:12: Reducing burnout     37:46: More amazing advice!Contacting Dr. Deborah Kingston: LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-deborah-kingston-658871b9Links: Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her by clicking on her LinkTree: www.linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 29: Becoming anEducational Psychologist with Dr Michele McDowellThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Although I am a Clinical Psychologist and many of you listening to this podcast aspire to be a Clinical Psychologist, that is not the only type of psychologist out there. Today my guest speaker is the wonderful Dr. MicheleMcDowell, an Educational and Child Psychologist (EP) working in private practice. We discuss the journey to becoming an EP, what the role entails and more! I hope this helps those who aspire to become an EP. It will also help any aspiring psychologist who may work with an EP during their career! The Highlights: 00:28: Great feedback and introducing Dr. Michele McDowell 02:51: A journey into Educational Psychology06:12: Age until qualified07:00: Finding passion08:33: Reflective practice and journaling 10:36: Funding for Educational Psychology13:23: The role of an EP15:09: A day in the life of a self-employed EP18:31: What is an EHCP?21:55: Gaining experience24:29: Spirituality, culture and clinical practice27:46: Steps to take to become an EP30:00: Do what you love! 31:23: Reducing burnout32:41: Reaching out to Dr. Michele McDowell33:17: The aspiring psychologist membership is opening up!Contacting Dr. Michele McDowell: LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-michele-mcdowell-1071032bFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmichele.mcdowellWebsite: https://www.findingyourholygrail.com/dr-michele-mcdowell/Links: Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her including the aspiring psychologist membership on her LinkTree: www.linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.  

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 28: Working in the NHSThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. Often aspiring psychologists work in the NHS. The NHS funds the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and the placements are often NHS placements. Today I talk about my experiences working in the NHS as an Assistant Psychologist, Trainee and qualified Psychologist. I talk about what I loved and what I found hard! I hope you find it helpful!The Highlights: 00:28: Almost at the 8,000 downloads and 6 months anniversary! 01:33: Introduction to today's chat02:49: What is advantageous in an NHS role?03:55: The perks of smaller practices VS the NHS05:20: My role as an AP in a Forensic setting08:00: Could you take a break pre-training?10:59: My time as a trainee13:32: Non-NHS placement as a trainee14:59: Break and testimonial16:52: Research and other perks of the NHS19:50: Balance and good people around you!22:53: Once I qualified23:55: What I miss about the NHS26:03: Time for ourselves27:52: Feedback and membership opening on the 1st July!29:14: Thank you!Links: Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her including the upcoming aspiring psychologist collective book and the aspiring psychologist membership on her linktree: www.linktr.ee/drmariannetrent To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.

Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 27: How to approach application season if you’re feeling disappointedThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. In such a competitive field, many of us receive a “sorry but not this year” at some point in our journey. I hope this episode will guide you on how you can improve your application and psychology CV for the next round to be your year to get onto clinical psychology training!The Highlights: 00:28: Accepting Dclin offer01:51: Being on the reserve list03:08: Reframing the “sorry, but not this year”05:28: Dates for the next compassionate Q&As06:37: Working on your next application form09:36: What experiences they are looking for10:58: Gaps in your CV12:37: Testimonial 13:52: What you can do for next year!16:02: DClin's disruption to life18:07: Thank you and a kind request for a quick review!Links: 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 LinkTree: www.linktr.ee/drmariannetrentTo check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 Like, 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.