The Healthy Practice Cue Podcasts

In our Season 2 finale, Ellie sits down with Dr Rebecca Lewis, Director at Newson Health, to discuss menopause; a topic still considered taboo by many.


There is somewhat of a menopause revolution going on. Menopause clinics and therapists are popping up, celebrities are talking about the challenges they’ve faced, and myths about HRT are being busted.


But what does this mean for you and your practice? Well, you may very well be experiencing menopause right now, have people in your personal life who are, or you could be treating patients who are struggling with symptoms. We can all do more to better equip ourselves with this overlooked area of women’s health, and treat patients holistically.


From misdiagnosed symptoms, to advocating for yourself at the GP and the workplace, we cover it all with Dr Rebecca Lewis.


Links mentioned in this episode:


Speaking to your GP about menopause: https://www.balance-menopause.com/menopause-library/how-to-talk-to-your-doctor-about-hrt-and-get-results/CPD-accredited menopause course: https://www.newsonhealth.co.uk/confidence-in-the-menopause/The Balance app: https://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/

You can find Newson Health on their website and Instagram, and follow Dr Rebecca Lewis and Dr Louise Newson too.

Will therapists survive AI? How can we embrace the advantages of this technology whilst maintaining our ethical standards?


To answer these questions, Ellie is joined by Sarah D Rees, BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and host of the podcast Ask The Therapist.


From ChatGPT to Marketing, Data Breaches, and all the ethical concerns AI comes with, we’re going to cover it all.


You can find Sarah on her website, on Instagram, her Substack ‘Therapists Corner,’ and of course her podcast ‘Ask The Therapist Podcast.’

What does it take to run a social enterprise in 2023? Ellie Macdonald is joined by Catherine Gray, Founder and CEO at Cup-O-T, a social enterprise and non-profit organisation focused on offering mental health services to children and young people.


Some of you may already be involved in a social enterprise; be that running your own, offering services at one, or perhaps you’ve always had a yearning to have more of a social impact with your work.


There is so much to learn in this space both as a therapist and a business owner. From funding applications and approaches to therapy, join us for a lovely chat to find out more.


You can follow more of Catherine’s work at https://cup-o-t.co.uk/ and on social media at Cup-O-T Wellness and Therapy Services.

There are so many things to juggle when working for yourself. From setting boundaries with your loved ones, to finding time in your schedule for personal commitments. Having a supportive network in both your professional and personal life is essential to keep you thriving and avoiding burnout.


In this episode, Ellie sits down with Bibi Jamison, Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, Relationship Therapist and Coach to discuss how to build and maintain this supportive network.


Having a supportive network around you can mean you’re not facing the big issues by yourself.


You can find out more about Bibi on Instagram at @restoretolove and her website is https://www.restoretolove.co.uk/

Ellie sits down with Tina Wright, the IBS Therapist, to discuss the mind-body connection. Specifically, the impact perfectionism and stress can have on IBS symptoms. Ellie and Tina discuss why healthcare professionals may be prone to stress, ideas of perfectionism, and IBS symptoms.


You can expect to learn strategies that you can implement to manage stress better and improve your overall well being.


Tina’s services are dedicated to helping people manage and overcome their IBS symptoms. You can find her at https://www.evolve-psychotherapy.co.uk/ or https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithtina

Ellie Macdonald speaks with Catherine Smith, Health Copywriter & Email Strategist.


Catherine gives us her top Do's and Don'ts for effective email marketing for your healthcare practice. She also covers off why email marketing can be an effective way of building stronger relationships with your clients.


Find Catherine over on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjcopysmithagency-catherinesmith/