Hello Therapy: Mental Health Tips For Personal Growth Dr Liz White

Have you ever found yourself questioning your achievements, feeling like a fraud despite all evidence to the contrary?In this episode, I am joined by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Gurpreet Kaur, and we address how imposter syndrome manifests as feelings of fraudulence and inadequacy despite evident success and achievements. Learn about the cultural and intergenerational roots of these feelings and how high functioning anxiety and perfectionism often intertwine with imposter syndrome. Our dis...

Want to unlock the secrets to managing burnout and finally reclaim your well-being?In this episode I am joined by Dr Claire Plumbly, Clinical Psychologist and author of "Burnout: How to Manage your Nervous System Before it Manages You." This episode unearths the multifaceted nature of burnout, extending beyond the workplace to touch on the experiences of parents, caregivers, and the self employed. We dissect the three main types of burnout and you’ll gain a holistic understanding of how burno...

Ever wondered how to stop stress from taking over your life? This episode is here to help! I discuss what stress is, how it differs from anxiety, the different types of stress and the impact stress can have on your health. Explore the Stress Bucket* Tool I have developed which will help you identify the stressors in your life and the unhealthy coping strategies you may be engaging in that serve to keep stress going.Most importantly, I explore healthy coping strategies for stress including the...

Need some effective strategies to help get better mental health?In this episode I am joined by Sam Frerer, a former Army psychologist from Canberra, Australia. We discuss how to manage distressing thoughts and emotions, the importance of self-compassion, dealing with a mental health diagnosis, embracing individuality, and taking small steps during mental health crises. We talk through the intricacies of mental health labels, emphasizing that they are merely a slice of your life's pie chart. W...

Could you be unknowingly trapped in a relationship where you are being consistently gaslit by your partner? In the first part of a mini series on gaslighting, I dissect the intricate and often invisible web of gaslighting in romantic relationships. By the end of the episode you will have a greater understanding of what gaslighting is and how simple accusations of overreacting or being too sensitive can spiral into a full-blown crisis of self-doubt, confusion and poor mental health. Discover t...

Can relentless pursuit of success really lead to debilitating anxiety and burnout? In this episode I am joined by Dianne Everitt, a Clinical Psychologist and expert in working with high achievers. We unpack the concept of high functioning anxiety, highlighting its differences from general anxiety, and the role it plays in driving performance and perfectionism in high achievers.Feeling drained and unmotivated despite your usual high drive? Discover why burnout is more than just exhaustion, par...