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

 Hi everyone and welcome to our next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog. Today we hear from Joanna Bieszczad, a UK-accredited CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) therapist and EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) practitioner who has specialised in trauma for over 15 years. She holds four university degrees in Psychology, Counselling, CBT, and Sport Psychology, bringing both depth and breadth to her clinical expertise.  Over the years, Joanna has developed her own highly effective approach to treating trauma, blending CBT and EMDR techniques. She is passionate about supporting the next generation of therapists and is launching a training programme designed to give practitioners practical, confidence-building tools for trauma work. Find out more and join the waiting list here: www.traumatrainingacademy.com/waitlist  We hope reading about Joanna will inspire you on your own journey to a successful career in Psychology.  Joanna Bie...

 HI everyone Welcome to the next instalment of our blog, focusing on trailblazers in the Psychology field. Today we hear from Justine Sheedy, Trainee Counselling Psychologist. Justine writes about humble beginnings and the role community and connection continue to play as she moves ever closer to qualifying. Justine's road to becoming a Psychologist is winding and multi-faceted, but she shows the determination and grit so evident in Psychology colleagues. We hope reading about Justine will tweak your curiosity in learning more about the variety of Psychology careers, and how you could pursue your own.   Justine Sheedy Trainee Counselling Psychologist https://www.linkedin.com/in/ justine-s-1b54ba218 From Young Mum to Doctorate 🎓: Finding My Path in Psychology If you’re considering psychology, I want you to know this: there’s no single “right” path. Some journeys are straight, others winding — and often, it’s the winding ones that shape us the most. Early life and motivati...

 Hi everyone and welcome to the next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog. We meet very many talented and dedicated colleagues for the blog, and today is no exception. Rea Powell, Counselling Psychologist (pending registration) shares a journey full of twists and turns, and ultimately she found a pathway that resonated with her values and skills. Happy reading! Rea Powell Counselling Psychologist (pending registration) https://www.linkedin.com/in/ rea-powell-31227a134 I never set out to become a psychologist. It wasn’t a childhood dream or something I’d carefully planned. The truth is, it happened by accident. When I left school, I didn’t have two GCSEs (general certificate of secondary education) to rub together. University felt like another world entirely. Psychology wasn’t even on my radar. I fell into selling double glazing, windows, doors, conservatories. I wasn’t particularly good at it. Half the time, I’d find myself on the phone talking people through breakups, gri...

 Hi everyone Welcome to our next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog.  Today we hear from Sarah Butler- Jones, Principal Counselling Psychologist in Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board in Wales. She never envisioned herself as a Counselling Psychologist, and yet it seems to be a perfect fit. Sometimes we make plans for our careers, and then they change unexpectedly. These changes can involve a lot of blood, sweat, and tears, but often result in a rewarding and inspiring end results- this is certainly the case for Sarah. Darllen hapus! (happy reading!) Sarah Butler-Jones (she / her) Prif Cwnsela Seicolegydd / Principal Counselling Psychologist (Lead for Memory Service) Iechyd Meddwl Oedolion Hŷn / Older Adult Mental Health https://www.linkedin.com/in/ sarah-butler-jones-6625b985? utm_source=share&utm_campaign= share_via&utm_content=profile& utm_medium=android_app If someone had told me 16 years ago, when I was sitting my A-Level Psychology exam that fast forwar...

 Hello everyone and welcome to the next instalment of our Pathways to Psychology blog. Today we hear from Paisley McManus, a colleague soon to complete her studies in Counselling Psychology at the University of the West of England, Bristol. Paisley has already found a niche and writes about her guiding compass, her learning, and her willingness to flex and change as her career path takes shape. We hope you will find reading Paisley's blog inspiring.  Training to Become a Counselling Psychologist: A Voyage of Continual Discovery by Paisley McManus Associate Lecturer  in Psychology and related courses and  Doctoral Researcher  (Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology) at  University of the West of England Counselling Psychologist (Pending Research Completion for Registration)  with  Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust - South Glos Psychological Therapies Service paisley.mcmanus@uwe.ac.uk   Journeying into Counselling...

 Hello everyone and welcome to the next instalment of the Pathways to Psychology blog.  We feature inspirational colleagues across the Practitioner Psychology spectrum. Our blog writers include trainees and qualified colleagues sharing their learning and advice for the next generation of Psychology professionals. Today we hear from Charlie Cavinder, MSc Sport Psychology, at Liverpool John Moores University. Charlie shares his passion for enabling everyone to thrive in the Sport Psychology field, and poses important questions about spirituality, religion, and followership in this ever growing field. We hope you will find reading about Charlie energising and inspiring.  Charlie Cavinder MSc Sport Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-cavinder-577b71205?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app Unlike many, I’ve actually known that I wanted to become a Sport Psychologist from a ...