Psych for Life with Dr. Amanda Ferguson

Dr. Amanda Ferguson
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Psych for Life with Dr. Amanda Ferguson Podcast

Join Dr. Amanda Ferguson, psychologist and published author as she discusses a range of topics including personal and work issues, relationships, professional and personal development, performance and more. Sharing her insights along side a variety of guests, the Pysch for Life podcast is your insight into mental health, psychology and life.

  1. 28 AUG

    Modern addiction support for succesful people, with psychologist Tara Hurster

    In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Tara Hurster, Founder and CEO of The TARA Clinic – or Therapeutic Addiction Recovery Assistance – providing Modern Addiction Support For Successful People. She is a Psychologist & Speaker.Join us as we discuss:- how addiction doesn't discriminate- modern solutions to addiction- what are the Stages of Change- the impact of shame and guilt in addiction recovery- the importance of removing stigma and showing compassion You can contact Tara ...

    45 min
  2. How trauma is passed down the generations, and how to heal yours, with author, Michelle Scheibner

    14 AUG

    How trauma is passed down the generations, and how to heal yours, with author, Michelle Scheibner

    In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Michelle Scheibner an author, speaker and activator. In 2016 the passing of her former partner and constant companion opened the wounds of absent perspectives of herself. In 2022 Michelle became a published TEDx Speaker on the subject of identity and in 2024, she released her memoir HUSH: unravelling the unintended legacy of family secrets. Listen in for our inspiring conversation to learn:-what is intergenerational trauma and how science support...

    44 min
  3. Being versus doing - what's the balance?

    31 JULY

    Being versus doing - what's the balance?

    It's a never ending quest to work out how to find balance in our lives. One that most of us struggle with endlessly. I first discussed this in my book Life Works – because many of us identify with ourselves as humans doing early in our lives – until we might hit a wall… when suddenly this no longer works for us any moreSo in this episode, I dive into:· How to learn the right relationship between our being and doing selves· I discuss my dramatic journey in discovering balance between ...

    11 min
  4. The Parenthood, supporting the early years, with CEO Georgie Dent

    18 JULY

    The Parenthood, supporting the early years, with CEO Georgie Dent

    In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Georgie Dent, former lawyer and CEO of The Parenthood, a NFP advocacy organisation that represents over 80,000 parents, carers and allies around Australia. Georgie is a passionate and prominent advocate for children, parents, families and women. She is a regular media commentator and the author of Breaking Badly, her best-selling memoir recounting the nervous breakdown she suffered at age 25. She is also busy being a mother!Listen in to our chat ...

    36 min
  5. Chronic Lateness - how to correct it in yourself and others

    3 JULY

    Chronic Lateness - how to correct it in yourself and others

    Are you – or someone you know - constantly late ? Always arriving at work, meetings, family and social occasions late? Always rushing?Sick of feeling guilty and embarrassed for making people wait? Spending money unnecessarily, tired of feeling stressed out? Ashamed of frustrating people and being judged?If any of those feelings resonate with you, then this episode is for you. In this episode you'll learn:- why constant lateness occurs- the reasons it is important to correct being routinely la...

    11 min
  6. Relationship Attachment Styles and How to Heal Yours, with clinical psychotherapist, Jennifer Nurick

    19 JUNE

    Relationship Attachment Styles and How to Heal Yours, with clinical psychotherapist, Jennifer Nurick

    Like it or not, we all have attachment styles! You have probably even heard the term before - but what are they and why should you be familiar with yours? In this episode I welcome back Jennifer Nurick to dive deep into all things attachment and how it impacts our relationships.Jennifer Nurick (Jen) specialises in healing anxious attachment, attachment injuries and childhood trauma. She is a licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Energetic Healer, and author of “Heal Your Anxious Atta...

    37 min
  7. Co-dependence – why it makes us miserable and how to untangle it

    5 JUNE

    Co-dependence – why it makes us miserable and how to untangle it

    Co-dependence may seem like the latest buzzy word, however if you're wanting healthy relationships in your life, it's one you should probably pay attention to.The cornerstone of Co-dependence is when we care too much what other people think about us. This keeps us limited, stuck and failing to grow and eventually impacts our relationships, keeping us stuck and miserable.Listen in to hear - - Why co-dependence is dysfunctional- How much is too much?- Ways to stop the cycle in yourself and you...

    11 min
  8. Leadership: How congruence and alignment creates great leadership, with Organisational Development Consultant Ella Zhang

    22 MAY

    Leadership: How congruence and alignment creates great leadership, with Organisational Development Consultant Ella Zhang

    In this episode of Psych for Life, I chat with Ella Zhang on alignment and congruence in great leadership. Ella is a passionate, strategic change maker, Organisational Development Consultant and executive coach with decades of experience in Fortune100 companies and start-ups. Her expertise includes leadership development, cultural transformation and talent development and last year she published her first book, Upgrade: How to outperform your default self to gain your superpowers.Listen ...

    38 min
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Join Dr. Amanda Ferguson, psychologist and published author as she discusses a range of topics including personal and work issues, relationships, professional and personal development, performance and more. Sharing her insights along side a variety of guests, the Pysch for Life podcast is your insight into mental health, psychology and life.

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