• Dr. Marianne Trent is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience.
• Finding the right therapist is crucial for mental health.
• Unregulated therapists can pose significant risks to clients.
• Professional regulation is essential for ensuring safe therapy practices.
• A psychology degree alone does not prepare one for clinical practice.
• Experience and training are vital in the field of psychology.
• The podcasting process involves careful editing and planning.
• Mental health awareness is critical in today's society.
• Therapists should be questioned about their qualifications.
• Continuous professional development is important for psychologists. The journey to becoming a psychologist involves rigorous assessments and support from supervisors.
• Understanding the differences between psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists is crucial for therapy seekers.
• Clients should feel empowered to ask questions about their therapists' qualifications and experiences.
• Regulatory bodies like the HCPC ensure the standards of practice for psychologists in the UK.
• The podcast aims to support aspiring psychologists by sharing experiences and insights from qualified professionals.
• Neurodiversity in mental health can enhance the therapeutic process and improve client engagement.
• Self-care and personal well-being are essential for those in the mental health field.
• It's important to recognize that career paths in psychology can vary greatly and are not a race.
• The podcast features discussions on various mental health topics, including complex trauma and parenting.
• Ethical considerations in unpaid positions in psychology highlight the need for fair practices.

• Dr. Marianne Trent is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience.
• Finding the right therapist is crucial for mental health.
• Unregulated therapists can pose significant risks to clients.
• Professional regulation is essential for ensuring safe therapy practices.
• A psychology degree alone does not prepare one for clinical practice.
• Experience and training are vital in the field of psychology.
• The podcasting process involves careful editing and planning.
• Mental health awareness is critical in today's society.
• Therapists should be questioned about their qualifications.
• Continuous professional development is important for psychologists. The journey to becoming a psychologist involves rigorous assessments and support from supervisors.
• Understanding the differences between psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists is crucial for therapy seekers.
• Clients should feel empowered to ask questions about their therapists' qualifications and experiences.
• Regulatory bodies like the HCPC ensure the standards of practice for psychologists in the UK.
• The podcast aims to support aspiring psychologists by sharing experiences and insights from qualified professionals.
• Neurodiversity in mental health can enhance the therapeutic process and improve client engagement.
• Self-care and personal well-being are essential for those in the mental health field.
• It's important to recognize that career paths in psychology can vary greatly and are not a race.
• The podcast features discussions on various mental health topics, including complex trauma and parenting.
• Ethical considerations in unpaid positions in psychology highlight the need for fair practices.

Bernadette is a coach and speaker specializing in stress management. She started her career as a University Lecturer in 2001 teaching Health and Exercise science for 15 years before experiencing burnout and then setting about learning as much as she could about stress in an attempt to not only recover herself but also to help others suffering the same fate.

In 2017 she retrained as a health coach specializing in stress management which she continues to do as well as delivering keynote talks on the topic of stress for corporate organizations, elite sports organizations as well as charities.

Through her work, she has recognized that whilst stress and burnout are complex conditions that significantly impact health and performance, providing education and a better understanding of stress empowers people to make important changes that help them recover and overcome it. And so, Stress Ed.® was created.

http://www.stress-ed.co.uk/

• Stress is often misunderstood and stigmatized.
• Panic can be a helpful response to perceived threats.
• Cortisol plays a crucial role in our stress response.
• Individual experiences shape how we perceive and respond to stress.
• Stress is essential for survival and evolution.
• Effective communication can mitigate stress in high-pressure situations.
• The workplace has evolved, increasing stress levels for many.
• Many people feel overwhelmed by workplace demands.
• Understanding stress can lead to better coping strategies.
• Resilience can be developed through challenging experiences. Workplaces have a significant responsibility for employee well-being.
• Individuals also need to take responsibility for their mental health.
• Burnout was not officially recognized until 2019 by the WHO.
• Stress can manifest in various ways before leading to burnout.
• There is a distinction between good stress and bad stress.
• Recovery is essential for managing stress effectively.
• Basic needs like sleep and nutrition are crucial for stress management.
• Gender differences in stress responses need more research.
• Neurodivergent individuals may experience stress differently and more intensely.
• More research is needed on the intersection of stress and hormonal changes in women.