Pathways to Psychology, a journey with many possibilities at your fingertips

 Hi everyone Welcome to the next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog. We have the privilege of learning from a variety of people, each with excellent skills, experience and vision for the future. One such person is Lee Freeman, Psychotherapist, Founder of Adversity to Strength, host of the Adversity to Strength with Lee Freeman podcast, helping people heal through therapy, storytelling and real conversations. We hope reading about Lee will offer you inspiration for your own journey in the field of Psychology. Email:  guests@ adversitytostrength.com Instagram: @adversity_to_strength Website:  www. adversitytostrength.com From Sales to Psychotherapy: My Journey from Adversity to Strength Before I became a therapist, I was working in a high-pressure sales job that felt like something straight out of The Wolf of Wall Street. It was all about targets, money, and ego. Apart from the pay, I didn’t enjoy it, and deep down I knew it wasn’t right for me. At the time, some...

Hello everyone and welcome to the next instalment of the Pathway to Psychology blog. Today we hear from Hoda Hussein, CPsychol, FBPsS, FIEP, CSci. Hoda's extensive experience in Occupational Psychology sees her creating environments of safety and connectivity, ensuring people can thrive in their workplace. We hope you will find reading about Hoda an inspiration. Hoda Hussein, CPsychol, FBPsS, FIEP, CSci   https://www.linkedin.com/in/ hoda-hussein-cpsychol-fbpss- fiep-csci-86282822?utm_source= share&utm_campaign=share_via& utm_content=profile&utm_ medium=ios_app Breaking Barriers: My Journey as a Global Psychologist  When I first embarked on my career in Psychology, I never imagined the scale, diversity, and profound impact this journey would take. From my early days studying my BSc (hons) Psychology to my Professional Doctorate in Occupational Psychology Doctorate, my passion has remained committed; to transform lives and workplaces through the science of psycholog...

 Hi everyone  Welcome to the next edition of the Pathways to Psychology blog. Today we hear from Adriano Muhlbauer, Sport & Exercise Psychologist in training. Adriano shares what has inspired him to pursue this pathway and what helped him stay congruent throughout. We hope you will find reading Adriano's blog entry thought provoking and uplifting. From Curiosity to Calling – My Journey into Sport Psychology I never set out knowing I’d become a Sport Psychologist. I didn’t have a childhood dream of  working in mental performance or guiding athletes through their darkest or proudest  moments. But looking back, every step I took, every question I asked, every person who  inspired me, and every barrier I hit, pushed me closer to this path. It wasn’t planned, but it  feels exactly right. The Moment It Clicked My journey didn’t start with psychology textbooks or sports science degrees, it started with people. I’ve always been drawn to understanding what drive...

Sometimes we are fortunate to hear from blog writers more than once. Ave previously reflected on the experiences of being a Counselling Psychologist in training. Today, she writes about the final little bit on her way to qualifying. Recently we had the London- and Manchester marathons in the news. Ave has been running a marathon of her own- the Counselling Psychology Doctorate, and she is just about to cross the finishing line.  The Final Mile: Reflecting on the Marathon That Is the Counselling Psychology Doctorate;  by Ave Kotze It’s hard to believe that I’m nearly at the end of my doctoral journey in Counselling Psychology. Just the viva remains. I find myself asking—where have the last four years gone? It feels like I’ve been on this course forever, and yet I can still recall my first day with crystal clarity. I remember pulling into the car park, meeting a few equally confused and lost first-year counselling trainees. We wandered around, unsure of where to go, bonding in t...

 Hello everyone Welcome to the next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog. Today we hear from someone with big news! Mary Akioyame recently received a letter confirming her place on the Counselling Psychology Doctorate at City, University of London. Many congratulations Mary and how wonderful to read about your reflections as you are about to embark on a lifechanging experience.  Mary Akioyame Instagram: _mary.psych LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-akioyame-876ab2178 Website: https://www.maryakioyame.co.uk/ Pathway to Practitioner Psychologist (Counselling Psychology Edition) It’s been a few weeks since I received my acceptance letter for the Counselling Psychology Doctorate at City, University of London. It still feels surreal that I’ll be starting this September. Honestly, I cannot wait! Now, I know exactly why I chose to become a Counselling Psychologist, but I thought I’d write a blog about my journey to this point. The Origin Story It all started back in college...

Hello everyone and welcome to the next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog. Today we hear from Georgina Stokes CPsychol, Principal Consultant and Chartered Occupational Psychologist.  Georgina didn't start studying Psychology as her initial career, but it found her and changed her life forever. She shares her curiosity about people, organisations, behaviour, and a drive to ensure there were supportive systems and positive leadership opportunities abound. Her commitment to the field of Psychology has led to becoming a Chartered Psychologist, where her clinical skill and ethical practice is recognised and celebrated. We hope you will find reading about Georgina inspiring and invigorating.     Gerogina Stokes CPsychol Principal Consultant Occupational Psychologist Before I began studying Psychology, my world was aviation. I held a mix of operational roles across passenger airlines, cargo operations, and even a stint working with the United States Air Force. Ps...