Therapists Talk Therapy
'Therapists Talk Therapy’ – a podcast for therapists, by therapists. In each episode, we talk with expert practitioners in their field discussing therapeutic approaches, specialisms, topical and emerging issues, controversies and more. We want to showcase and add to, the professional and specialist knowledge in the area of counselling, psychotherapy and mental health in Ireland. A podcast series from PCI College, Ireland's leading provider of third-level education in the fields of Counselling & Psychotherapy. Learn more by visiting www.pcicollege.ie or write to us at enquiries@pcicollege.ie.
Episodes
30 episodes
Ep. 29 | Integrated Bodywork Therapy
In this episode, Margaret welcomes Ray Tonge. Ray is a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist with over 19 years of experience and has been a faculty lecturer at PCI College for the past 7 years. Throughout his career, he has developed a ke...
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Episode 29
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Ep. 28 | The Use of Technology within Therapy
In this episode, we are exploring the range of ways in which therapists can use technology including the provision of sessions as well as organisation and payment systems, administration functions for notes and homework tasks and communication ...
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Episode 28
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Ep. 27 | Working with Childless and Childfree Clients
I am delighted to be joined by Jody Day and Robin Hadley to discuss the topic of working with childless and child-free clients. Jody is the founder of Gateway Women, the global support and advocacy network for childless women. She is a psychoth...
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Episode 27
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Ep. 26 | Ageism and Therapy
Welcome to a new season of episodes of Therapists Talk Therapy. We start off with a discussion about ageism with my guest, Dr. Teresa Graham. Teresa works in private practice as a Counselling psychologist. She is a certified mediator and works ...
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Episode 26
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Ep. 25 | Counsellors with Attention Deficit: The Impact of Differences
Welcome to the second episode of the PCI Graduate Investigates series. This is with the winner of the Martin Kitterick Award, Rebecca Bourke and we discuss her thesis titled ‘Therapists with Attention Deficit: The Impact of Differences’. We did...
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Episode 25
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Ep. 24 | Does Metaphoric imagery have a place in the Therapist’s Toolbox
Welcome to our PCI Graduate Investigates episode where we explore the 2023 Martin Kitterick Award second place thesis by Joan Kelly. The title of Joan’s thesis is ‘Does metaphoric imagery have a place in the therapist’s toolbox?’. We discuss ho...
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Episode 24
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Ep. 23 | Spirituality in Counselling & Psychotherapy
Today we are discussing the topic of spirituality. This is a broad topic and one that can sometimes be hard to put into words, so I am delighted to be joined by returning guests, Gael Kilduff and Colm Early who share their perspectives. We disc...
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Episode 23
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Ep. 22 | Grief & Loss
Welcome to Therapists Talk Therapy. Today we are discussing grief and loss, with our guests Nuala McDonnell and Sharon Manifold. We explore the many ways we can experience loss in our lives, including but not limited to bereavement. We acknowle...
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Episode 22
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Ep. 21 | Anxiety and the CBT Approach
Today we are discussing anxiety and the cognitive behavioural therapy approach to working with it. We explore what anxiety is and how it can present in the therapy room, as well as the purpose and nature of the CBT approach. We discuss the empo...
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Episode 21
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Ep. 20 | Being a Counselling & Psychotherapy Graduate
This episode is about exploring the counselling and psychotherapy graduate experience. We discuss how it can look and feel different for everyone, and how it differs from other professions where the path might be more recognisable. We explore t...
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Ep. 19 | Productivity & Busyness in the Therapy Room
We are discussing the themes of productivity and busyness raised by clients in therapy. We explore the difference which can exist between being busy and productive and the key role core beliefs play in our feelings and behaviours around achieve...
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Episode 19
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Ep. 18 | International Men’s Day
We are celebrating International Men’s Day in today’s episode. It takes place on November 19th and highlights the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. It raises awareness of positive male role models and men’s ...
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Ep. 17 | Parental Alienation
Today I am discussing the topic of parental alienation with Brian O Sullivan. Parental alienation is a concept relevant to children and young people who inexplicably resist or refuse contact with a previously loving parent for no justifiable re...
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Episode 17
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Ep. 16 | Health Psychology
I am joined by guest Suzanne O Connor to discuss health psychology. We explore what it is and discover how it is relevant to the daily work of therapists. This includes the connection between our beliefs about health and our behaviours, taking ...
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Ep. 15 | Creative Approaches in Therapy
Welcome to our second PCI Graduates Investigates episode, where we will explore the 2022 Martin Kitterick award runner up thesis by Claire Ambrose. Her thesis title is ‘Visual Journaling: An Empowering Process to Support Emotional Regulation an...
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Episode 15
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Ep. 14 | Lost in Translation? Therapy in a Deaf World
Welcome to our PCI Graduate Investigates episode where we explore the 2022 Martin Kitterick Award winning thesis by Louise Clinton. Her thesis title is ‘Lost in Translation? Therapy in a Deaf World’. It is a fascinating and extremely relevant e...
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Episode 14
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Ep. 13 | Working with Addiction in the Therapy Room
I am delighted to discuss working with addiction today, with my guest Keith Cassidy. Keith is the Clinical Manager of Smarmore Castle addiction treatment centre in Louth and is an associate lecturer with PCI College. We discuss what is at the c...
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Episode 13
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Ep. 12 | Celebrating International Women’s Day 2023 – A Panel Discussion
I am delighted to be joined by a very special panel of guests to celebrate International Women’s Day, including Ejiro Ogbevoan, Black Therapists Ireland, Lisa Molloy CEO of the IACP, Gael Kilduff Head of Counselling and Psychotherapy with PCI C...
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Episode 12
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Ep. 11 | Feelings
Welcome to our third panel discussion on the topic of feelings. I am joined by three very interesting guests today. Majella Phelan is a PCI graduate and now lecturer. She has worked in private practice since qualifying in 2015 and is passionate...
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Episode 11
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Ep. 10 | Boundaries
Welcome to our second panel discussion on the topic of boundaries. I am delighted to be joined by three experienced therapists, and PCI lecturers, Martin Rice, Mark Maguire and Margaret O Connor. We take a detailed look at boundaries and the th...
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Episode 10
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Ep. 09 | Supervision
Welcome to the first of our panel discussions. Today’s topic is supervision and I am delighted to be joined by a very experienced panel of guests to discuss this important topic. We have Gael Kilduff, Head of Counselling & Psychotherapy wit...
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Episode 9
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Ep. 08 | The Impact of Social Media on Young People & Their Sense of Self
Welcome to the second episode of the ‘PCI Graduates Investigates’ series. Today, we speak to Anna Zmuda Trzebiatowksa about her thesis research into the impact of social media on young people and their sense of self. Anna was runner up for the ...
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Episode 8
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Ep. 07 | The Role of Interactional & Social Justice in the Therapeutic Relationship
Welcome to our first ‘PCI Graduates Investigates’ episode. This is live recording of the event where we speak to graduates about their research projects. In this episode, we speak to Lea Braithwaite, the winner of the 2021 Martin Kitterick Awar...
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Episode 7
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Ep. 06 | Engaging with Research as a Counsellor & Psychotherapist
In this episode, we explore the world of research in counselling and psychotherapy. This includes some of the barriers which can make it difficult for therapists to engage with research. We also identify opportunities for research to further en...
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Episode 6
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Ep. 05 | Adult Autism
Welcome to 'Therapists Talk Therapy', a podcast created by therapists, for therapists. Today we are in conversation with Eoin Stephens. Formerly, president of PCI College, Eoin has worked in the area of mental health for over 30 years as a coun...
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Episode 5
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