Mental - The Podcast to Destigmatise Mental Health

133: Lockdown Interview - Grief, isolation & hope for the future with Sophie Sabbage

07 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview Sophie Sabbage shares her insight for navigating collective and individual grief and loneliness during this time. Plus h...

132: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 10) Lockdown lifting, protests and anxiety with Emma Carrington

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for some lighthearted discussion alongside practical insight and an...

131: Lockdown Interview - Vulnerable people, criminal justice & food parcels with Neelam Butt

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview Neelam shares how lockdown is affecting vulnerable people who are not able to access support as usual. In some cases thi...

130: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 9) Schools reopening, political stress & rule breaking with Natasha Devon MBE

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for some lighthearted discussion alongside practical insight and an...

129: Lockdown Interview - Social pressure, eating disorders & the news with James Downs

24 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview campaigner James Downs shares how he is balancing staying politically aware whilst supporting his mental health. Here w...

128: Hope from the Frontline - Shining a light on the work of incredible keyworkers

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this very special episode for Mental Health Awareness Week we are joined by frontline workers who are striving to keep us safe and well. Learn mo...

127: Introducing Phone a Friend with musicians George Ezra & Ollie MN

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Mental Health Awareness Week ! We hope you enjoy this preview of another podcast providing insightful and uplifting content through these strang...

126: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 8) Lifting lockdown, social media & confusion with Hope Virgo

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for some lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips and a int...

125: Lockdown Interview - Relationships, moving in with family & pausing work with Jack Apperley

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview Bobby’s friend Jack shares how he is overcoming major life changes brought about by lockdown whilst supporting his men...

124: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 7) A possible end to lockdown, expanded testing, resisting guilt...

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips. Here w...

123: Lockdown Interview - Self care, anxiety & affirmations with Taneshia Johnson

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview Taneshia shares how she is managing her anxiety during lockdown by focusing on self care. Here we go! Mental is the bra...

122: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 6) Home working, time with the kids, hope for the future...

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips. Here w...

121: Lockdown Interview - Staying safe, public support & national pride with The Secret Psychiatrist

26 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview The Secret Psychiatrist shares how her profession has changed during the pandemic. Also how proud she has been of her pa...

120: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 5) Self reflection, face mask ninjas, a very special guest...

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips. Here w...

119: Lockdown Interview - Reducing stress, insomnia and anxiety through meditation with Marcus Farrey

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview Marcus Farrey shares how now is an ideal time to try medication and shares a ten minute practice. Here we go! Mental is...

118: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 4) Family, routine, a more united world...

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips. Here w...

117: Lockdown Interview - The great tools we already have and preventing mental spiral with Dr Shainna Ali

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview therapist Dr Shainna Ali shares how we can build on tools we already have to support mental health during the lockdown m...

116: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 3) Love for keyworkers, finances, hair cuts...

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips. Here w...

115: Lockdown Interview - Digital detox, anxiety and dyeing my hair green at home with Danny Wright

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this short bonus interview musician Danny Wright shares how he’s keeping busy and supporting his mental health during the lockdown measures. Her...

114: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 2) Relationships, Clap for Carers, Pets...

01 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re continuing to cover Covid-19 with how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted discussion alongside practical tips. Here w...

113: Covid-19 & Mental Health (Week 1) Social Distancing, Staying in touch, Working from home...

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week switching to a new format to cover Covid-19 and how it relates to mental health. Join us for more lighthearted coverage alongside practices ...

112: Friendship - They are the family we choose and often the people who support us the most

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by therapist and author Hope Kelaher to discuss friendship as a factor in mental health. As a specialist in overcoming anxiet...

111: Anxiety - It affected my entire personality so now I speak up for others going through the same

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this special episode we are revisiting the most common mental illness, Anxiety. Bobby is joined by fellow podcaster Aren Deu who shares how overco...

110: Perfectionism - I’ve learned progress is far more achievable

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re getting into perfectionism as a factor in mental health with Shayna Norwood. She shares how this yearning for perfection in her work increased...

109: Recovery - Once you realise there’s no end point it really takes the pressure off

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s here ! Our first episode recorded in front of a live audience. Join us and a brilliant panel of guests as we break down the challenges and perk...

108: Codependency - I lost myself in caring for everyone else

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by uplifting coach and clinical social worker Taneshia Johnson who shares her experience overcoming codependency. We als...

107: Growing Up - I don’t want anyone else to miss these years of their life

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are revisiting the theme of growing up with mental illness. This time our guest is Flo Sharman who shares how a break down at 8 years old...

106: Homelessness - I’m confident this national issue can be reversed (Special Episode)

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this special Time to Talk Day episode we’re sitting down with one of Bobby’s personal inspirations to talk all things Homelessness and Stigma....

105: Anxiety & Hypnotherapy - The tools that got me through it I now get to pass onto others

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are delving into anxiety conditions with Sara Stevens. As an author and therapist Sara shares tools on overcoming Anxiety and PTSD with h...

104: PTSD - I still struggle to believe that really happened to me

23 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are covering the often misunderstood condition that is PTSD with Manya Chylinski. She was a survivor of the Boston Marathon  Bombings an...

103: Your GP - We have to be ready for anything healthcare related but also in general

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by the wonderful Dr Radha to share your insight as a GP. We talk about the challenges but also life transforming capacity of ...

102: Sex - This factor on our mental health goes both ways

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We’re getting into all things sex as a factor in mental health this week with guest Elaine Miller. In the episode was also explore how certain menta...

101: Outlook - What I’ve overcome gives me passion for mental health education

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year Listeners ! We are kicking off 2020 with a few special episodes and this one is an interview with the wonderful Danielle Hogan. We delv...

100: Christmas - We wanted to do something to give back and support others

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Late Christmas !! It may be Boxing Day bit this special episode is a chance to reflect on the intensity of this holiday season and take a moment...

99: Mental Health Nursing - Life can be challenging on the ward but it’s also an incredible rewarding role

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode we’re lifting the lid on what it’s like working on a secure mental health unit. Guest John-Barry shares how he is working to reduce t...

98: Feeling Different - People would always want to know what was wrong with me

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we interview inspirational advocate Elise who shares how physical illness made her stand out growing up. However it was experiencing mental ...

97: Meditation - It brings you back to yourself and what really matters

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Bobby is joined by close friend Marcus Farrey to talk all things Meditation. He shares how this practice and the teaching of it transforms s...

96: Abuse - What happened to you doesn’t define who you are

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Never shying away from the toughest of topics here at Mental this week we are covering Abuse. Inspirational campaigner Hope Virgo shares her experienc...

95: Shame & Identity - There’s this mentality of good emotions and bad emotions

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk all things shame as a factor in mental health with author Michael Nangla. He offers fascinating insight into overcoming feelin...

94: Relationships & Mental Health (Part 2)

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For this two part miniserise we are delving further into how romantic relationship influence our mental health. This episode features Byron Donovan wh...

93: Relationships & Mental Health (Part 1)

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For this two part miniserise we are delving further into how romantic relationship influence our mental health. With this part Bobby interviews Psychi...

92: Confidence & OCD - Struggling to access support can massively dent your self worth

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode Bobby sits down with comedian and musician Kate Lucas to talk all about confidence as a factor in mental health. Kate also honestly s...

91: Overcoming Failure - My setbacks inspired a whole new purpose in life

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk all about failure as a factor in mental health including some of the ways we can all learn from it. Bobby is joined by the inspirati...

90: Sex - This factor on our mental health goes both ways

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’re getting into all things sex as a factor in mental health this week with guest Elaine Miller. In the episode was also explore how certain menta...

89: Self Care - It’s not selfish, it’s vital

13 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this re-released episode Bobby catches up with Shanley Lewis on all thing self care as one of the biggest factors in mental health. She created a b...

88: Imposter Syndrome - It was a constant feeling of failure and waiting to be found out

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy World Mental Health Day ! This week we are talking about an incredibly common factor in mental health with brilliant returning guest Fiona Thoma...

87: Toxic Masculinity - Man up really just means shut up

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this re-released episode we work to dissect the factors that lead to such high male suicide rates and many men feeling unable to talk about their f...

86: Depression & Anxiety - It’s taken time but I’ve become great at seeing them coming

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by the hilarious Laura Lexx who shares her experience of the most common dual diagnosis. We also delve into her experiences o...

85: Insomnia - It was debilitating when I needed sleep the most

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by fellow podcaster and entrepreneur Dan Murray-Serter to talk all things insomnia. He shares how his worst period of mental ...

84: Depression - These things that haunt you also let you see

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Bobby sits down with writer Rhik Samadder to talk all things Depression. We also cover why men often don’t speak up and how mental illness...

83: Mental Health Education - It stands to transform young lives and you can be part of it

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’re revisiting the subject of mental health education with the brilliant Jenny Pewsey. We talk progress of our campaign for it to be rolled out to...

82: Recovery - It’s about progress not perfection

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by comedian Dave Chawner who shares his insight on the ups and downs of recovery. We also delve into media influences, toxic ...

81: Comedy & Mental Health - Ashley Storrie (part 3)

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’re joined by the brilliant Ashley Storrie who shares how comedy has been fundamental in her personal growth and get her through some really tough...

80: Comedy & Mental Health - Zoe Lyons (part 2)

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We interview Zoe Lyons this week who shares how she’s overcome loneliness and mental illness whilst touring. This episode was recorded at the Edinbu...

79: Comedy & Mental Health - Bonus Episode @ Edinburgh Fringe Festival

18 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part one of our miniseries interviewing comedians on comedy and mental health. In it Bob...

78: Comedy & Mental Health - Scott Gibson (part 1)

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part one of our miniseries interviewing comedians on comedy and mental health. First up ...

77: Drugs & Anxiety - Trying to escape the symptoms was also causing them

11 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode we delve into the trap of addiction that many young people fall into. Our guest shares how money problems at home helped him down a dange...

76: Resilience - You can rise to your destiny when you’re brought to your knees

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In an incredibly moving episode of the podcast, this weeks guest Sophie Sabbage shares her experience of Bulimia and Terminal Cancer. Through these sh...

75: Sectioning - Bonus Clip for our last episode

04 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Please enjoy this bonus clip from our last episode on sectioning with Karen Manton. In it she shares further insight into a life altering decision mad...

74: Sectioning - The right support and caring staff make all the difference

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we’re covering what can be both a transformational but also very scary part of some people’s recovery. With returning guest Karen ...

73: Anxiety & OCD - The mutual symptoms are even more intense and complex

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re covering a common dual diagnosis with the brilliant George Hodgson. We delve into how these conditions rapidly escalated w...

72: Disability - I was so worried my mental illness would be permanent as well

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Chris Coombs to talk all about the complex relationship between disability and mental health. Each can be surrounded by st...

71: Sexual Assault - The relationships I build now are healthy and thriving

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re talking all about sexual assault as a factor in mental health with an inspirational author. In the interview our guest shares how sh...

70: Mindfulness - The calm acceptance of your present experience

04 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we cover all things mindfulness and meditation with Kate Bowles including some of the misconceptions that can hold people back from trying t...

69: Empathy - It fuels connection to others and understanding of ourselves

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode we're covering empathy as a factor in mental health with author and fellow podcaster Emma-Sue Prince. She shares how learning this skill ...

68: Body Image - My injury lead to a life of covering up and shame

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this moving episode Bobby sits down with inspirational burns survivor Sylvia Mac to talk all things body image and how she overcame the shame she f...

67: Shame - It leads to a silence that stops people getting help

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’re covering a factor that for many can be more pivotal in their recovery than even the type or severity of their mental illness. Guest ...

66: Happiness - Comparison is the thief of joy

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re delighted to be joined by brilliant podcaster and mental health professional Richard Nicholls. In the episode we break down what hap...

65: Bonus Hosts Update - Some exciting changes to our format

02 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have some changes on the way for the podcast very soon. Tune into this quick update to learn more about this exciting new chapter of Ment...

64: Sexuality - Our love can't just be love, it's still politicised

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by Sean Lìonadh to talk all about sexuality and mental health. He shares his personal experience on learning to ov...

63: Relationships - Can make or break your mental health

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Relationships can have such an impact on our mental health so we're delighted to be covering this important topic with returning guest Emma Burdett. S...

62: Bonus Episode - Voice notes on stigma

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode for UK Mental Health Awareness Week past guests and fellow podcasters share how stigma has affected them. In order of appearance...

61: Family Support - I wouldn’t have made it through without my mother

15 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are talking all about family support and a host of other topics in this moving episode. Joined by best selling author John Conn...

59: Migration - Constant questioning of my identity still triggers anxiety

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore how moving country can be a major factor in mental health with this week’s guest Alex. She shares her experience on the challen...

60: Exercise - One of the best ways to support your mental health

08 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For this special bonus episode we’re delighted to welcome back one of our most popular guests so far. Suki Bassi has returned to this time share som...

58: OCD - I just kept thinking you’re happy so you’ll lose it

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by inspiring international guest Natalie Amo via the wonders of Skype. In this moving episode we break down OCD stereotypes as ...

57: Burnout - It forced me to reassess the whole pattern of my life

17 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we sit down with the brilliant Suki Bassi to share her personal experience of burnout followed by a breakdown. We also delve into fact...

56: Counselling - Maybe you should talk to someone

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we delve into the transformative powers of counselling with writer and therapist Lori Gottlieb. She shares insight from both sides...

55: Sleep - Your mental and physical health depend on it

03 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're covering the vital link between sleep and our mental health with delightful guest Lorna O'Connor. In the interview we also touch on do...

54: Eating disorders - It takes over every part of your health

28 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we had an incredibly moving conversation with the inspirational Tom Rebair. In addition to this week’s theme of eating disorders we also g...

53: Creative Arts - Really got me through depression and my cancer recovery

21 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down with the delightful Sharon Rose to hear how much creative outlets supported her mental health and cancer recovery. She also shar...

52: Group Therapy & Relationships - How we connect with others can be the key to mental health recovery

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're delighted to interview fellow podcaster Mike Douglas. He shares personal insight into not only the original episode theme of group the...

51: Work - How I was treated quickly damaged my mental health

07 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Following the overwhelming popularity of our recent ‘Mental Health in the Workplace’ Miniseries we’re revisiting this topic with a personal and ...

50: Psychiatry - The hardest step for my patients can be saying they need help

28 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re delighted to sit down with The Secret Psychiatrist to talk all about her profession including how stigma affects her patients. We al...

49: Special Episode - Entry preview for the British Podcast Awards

21 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’re working on some exciting new developments to be announced soon. We will be back with a new episode next week, so until then please en...

48: Politics & Mental Health - The system is set up for people to fall through the cracks

14 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we jump into politics as a factor in mental health with comedian Sammie Pressdee. Join us to hear frank and personal experiences about how a...

47: Postnatal Depression - I’ve never felt so lonely, not in my whole life

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This #TimeToTalk day we’re discussing a condition not talked about enough, even in mental health circles, including how postnatal depression can aff...

46: Coaching Young People - How we react can often change how we feel

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk about how coaching can be incredibly powerful in changing how we manage our mental health. Carol Lilley shares how helping ...

45: Mental Health in the Workplace (Part 2)

24 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With most of us now back at work for a new year join us for the first in our two part ‘Mental Health in the Workplace’ miniseries. This week we we...

44: Mental Health in the Workplace (Part 1)

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With most of us now back at work for a new year join us for the first in our two part ‘Mental Health in the Workplace’ miniseries. This week we’...

43: Caring for family - A courageous pursuit you don’t have to do alone

10 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’re delighted to welcome back the lovely Shanley Lewis to discuss caring for family as a factor in the mental health of both the carer and person ...

42: New for 2019 - The stigma busting has really just begun

03 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 2019 ! Now that you’ve survived the festive season we’ve got the team together for a lighthearted look back on our first year of me...

41: Festive Season - All I want for Christmas is... an end to stigma

27 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whilst we dwell in the ‘lost days’ between Christmas and New Year here’s an episode all about the festive season as a factor in mental ...

40: Highlights 2018 - Some of the very best snippets from year one

20 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Take a comfy seat for this special episode looking back at the first year of Mental. With handpicked highlights from some of our most moving,...

39: Suicide - I just needed someone to really truly listen

13 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With the days drawing ever shorter, this time of year can be particularly dark for many so we are pleased to be able to offer hope with inspi...

38: Reducing Stigma - I was tired of feeling I had something to hide

06 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re delighted to be joined by Emma Marks a regional coordinator from Time to Change. We discuss the impact reducing stigma has ...

37: Resilience - You can rise to your destiny when you’re brought to your knees

29 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In an incredibly moving episode of the podcast, this weeks guest Sophie Sabbage shares her experience of Bulimia and Terminal Cancer. Through...

36: Vulnerability - It’s a risk to be truly seen and understood

22 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re joined by special guest Seamus Kirst from podcast ‘Mental Health Hangouts’ to discuss how openining up about what you’...

35: Growing Up - Life doesn’t just get easier, we get stronger

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Bobby and Annie talk growing up as a factor in mental health and share stories of how these formative years shaped their worlds tod...

34: Self Love - I do love myself but my mental illness doesn’t

08 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week for the first time we have a returning guest, you heard her on a recent episode about medication it’s ‘Self Love Liv’. Follow...