How to Prepare for Your Viva and Any High-Stakes Discussion: My DPsych Experience, Tips, and Lessons Learned
Facing your viva can feel like standing at the edge of a cliff, you know you’ve done the climb, but there’s still one last leap to make. For me, that leap was both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. When I filmed my YouTube video, “How I Passed My Viva. DPsych Viva Experience, Tips, Common Questions and What to […]
BIGSPD 2025 Reflections: Risk, Relationship & Radical Hope
By Kelly Watkins, Psychologist & CBT Therapist Attending BIGSPD 2025 wasn’t just an academic experience, it was emotional, confronting, and, at times, deeply hopeful. Across three intense days, we explored what it really means to work relationally, to challenge systems, and to hold risk as human beings, not robots. This wasn’t a conference about theory […]
This month of love its about Self-compassion
Welcome to February! This month is often associated with love and connection, but what about self-compassion? Whether you’re a mental health professional or someone on a journey of self-discovery, let’s take a moment to focus on you—your well-being, mindset, and resilience. Self-compassion for me is something I have definitely had to tune into, as you know […]
Embracing the Slopes: A Psychological Journey of Learning as an Adult
You may remember over the past few years I have been dipping my toe or ski into snow skiing. It made me reflect on learning a new skill as an adult, which can be both exciting but daunting and even intimidating. There are a number of psychological factors that play a significant role in how […]
Embracing the Festive Season: A Psychologist’s Guide to Mental Well-being in December
December is a month filled with celebrations, gatherings, and reflection. While the festive season brings joy, it can also be emotionally challenging. As a psychologist, I want to share strategies for nurturing your mental well-being during this busy time, starting with managing expectations. Managing Expectations During the Festive Season The holiday season often comes with […]
