In this episode, I’m joined by Tommaso Barba from Imperial College London to explore how psychedelics are transforming mental health research. We break down what these compounds are, how they work in the brain, and why they offer hope for conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, and addiction. Tommaso also shares insights on the future of psychedelic therapy — and the importance of safety, integration, and realistic expectations.

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Today’s guest is the brilliant Dr Anna Colton — clinical psychologist and author of How to Talk to Children About Food. In this episode, we get real about how our relationship with food starts from birth and is shaped by family, culture, and early experiences — often without us even realising it.

Dr Colton unpacks the key stages of eating development, why treats and rewards can backfire, and how parents’ own habits and beliefs directly shape their kids’ attitudes to food. We tackle diet culture, fasting, identity, and the hidden messages kids pick up at the table — plus, practical advice on how to help children build a healthy, balanced, and stress-free relationship with food.

If you’re a parent, caregiver, or just want to rethink the way we talk about eating, this is a must listen.

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Website: https://www.dranna.co.uk/about

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Book (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/How-Talk-Children-About-Food/dp/1785120557

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Today, we’re exploring a relationship we all have—but often misunderstand: our relationship with food. My guest is psychotherapist and author Andrea Oskis, whose work unpacks how the way we eat reflects the way we feel, especially when it comes to attachment, control, and emotional safety.

Andrea helps us understand why food becomes a stand-in for comfort, connection, or even self-worth—particularly for those struggling with anxiety, trauma, or disordered eating. This episode is a deeply human look at how our earliest relationships shape our habits around the table, and how healing your attachment story might just transform your relationship with food too.

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Website: https://cupboard-love.co.uk/

Read The Kitchen Shrink: https://cupboard-love.co.uk/ask-andrea

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In this special Pride Week episode, I sit down with broadcaster Rich Clarke for a deeply personal conversation about identity, authenticity, and the toll of hiding in plain sight. Rich shares his journey of navigating a high-profile media career while carrying a secret identity, and how years of masking his true sexuality led to burnout, breakdown, and ultimately, a turning point.

We explore what it really means to come out — not just to the world, but to ourselves — and how the weight of shame, fear, and societal expectation can shape (and limit) our lives. From therapy and sobriety to standing on stage at Brighton Pride and finally saying, “I’m gay,” Rich reflects on what healing has looked like for him, and why connection, honesty, and self-compassion are essential to moving forward.

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Listen to This Was Always Me Podcast: https://www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/42L3VY/

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Today, we're diving into one of the most misunderstood and deeply felt mental health experiences: panic attacks. My guest is Joshua Fletcher—better known as “Anxiety Josh”—a psychotherapist, author, and someone who knows firsthand what it’s like to live with panic disorder.

Josh doesn’t just explain what panic attacks are—he breaks down why they happen, how they hijack your mind and body, and most importantly, how to reclaim your life from them. With his trademark honesty and wit, he shares his own journey of being stuck in the panic loop, the myths that keep people suffering longer than they need to, and the powerful tools that can help you break free.

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• Website – schoolofanxiety.com
• Instagram – @anxietyjosh
• Podcast – Disordered with Joshua Fletcher
• Books – Panicking About Panic, Untangle Your Anxiety, And How Does That Make You Feel?

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I’ve been looking forward to this conversation for a long time. Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Shefali – a clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and the global voice behind the conscious parenting movement. Her work has changed the way millions of people approach not only how they raise their children, but how they reparent themselves.

In this episode, we explore the ways we become disconnected from our authentic selves, how childhood conditioning shapes our adult lives, and why so many of us unknowingly carry generational trauma into our relationships — especially as parents. Dr. Shefali speaks with such clarity, compassion, and raw honesty, and she shares her own experiences of being a mother, a woman in transformation, and someone who has had to face her ego head-on. This conversation is a powerful reminder that our healing begins with awareness — and that true liberation often starts with the courage to look inward.

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What’s the difference between everyday selfishness and true narcissism — and how do you know if you’re in a relationship that’s quietly eroding your self-worth?

In this episode of Healing 101, I speak with Dr. Sarah Davies, a psychotherapist and expert in narcissistic abuse, about the subtle red flags, the power of gaslighting, and how to begin reclaiming your sense of self.

From setting clear boundaries to understanding the psychology behind emotional manipulation, this conversation is a lifeline for anyone who’s felt silenced, confused, or overwhelmed.

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In today’s episode I sit down with consultant psychiatrist and former elite rugby player Dr. Phil Hopley to explore the mental health challenges we face in high-pressure environments — from boardrooms to Formula One pits. With decades of experience supporting top performers in sport, law, and finance, Phil shares how his own journey from the rugby field to psychiatry led to a passion for building resilience and emotional recovery.

From founding Cognacity, a trailblazing mental health consultancy, to coaching professionals on navigating burnout, anxiety, and perfectionism, Phil breaks down how to shift from reactive to proactive care. He reveals what elite athletes, CEOs, and everyday professionals can do to regulate stress, avoid cognitive traps like catastrophising and rumination, and take back control. Plus, he speaks candidly about the mental toll of retirement, and why connection and purpose are essential to sustaining wellbeing.

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