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Understanding the socio-political dimensions of disability within clinical psychology
Authors: Dawood Runa
Published: January 2023

‘It is a normalising gaze, a surveillance that makes it possible to qualify, to classify and to punish.’ (Michel Foucault in ‘Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison’)

This opinion article addresses issues of disability within clinical psychology. It explores the conceptualisation of disability with reference to the disability rights movement and social model approaches. Considerations for an approach that integrates the individual and socio-political are described.
Working with refugees in a research context
Authors: Sumra Altaf , Baess Kathleen
Published: January 2023

This paper is a reflective piece on conducting research with refugees from the Middle East. It focuses on the process of doctoral research, and engagement of refugees with services.
Black psychology: A paradigm for a less oppressive clinical psychology?
Authors: McInnis Erica Elaine
Published: January 2023

To be a less oppressive clinical psychology is to incorporate paradigms such as black psychology for emotional and spiritual liberation. This promotes emotional resilience, wellbeing and community healing. Indeed, it goes beyond lip service, it alleviates culturally encountered psychological distress.
What service users want: A qualitative study exploring the experience of inpatients with eating distress
Authors: Patel Krisna , Tchanturia Kate
Published: January 2023

Eating distress presents a complex challenge, associated with poor treatment engagement and high rates of relapse. In line with best practice for ‘experts by experience’, we conducted a qualitative exploration of client feedback regarding inpatient care to help refine clinical and research priorities.
Establishing a therapeutic support team for looked-after children and young people services: Reflections on the journey
Authors: Wilcox Marielle , Williams Jayne , Cox Gill
Published: January 2023

Looked-after children and young people’s emotional, psychological, behavioural and developmental needs are frequently unmet within mainstream mental health services. This article reflects on the first year of the development, delivery and evaluation of a small psychologically-led therapeutic support team in Monmouthshire.
Reflections on being a ward-based assistant psychologist in a low-secure mental health hospital
Authors: Arnold Jack , Barrow Jennifer , MacLeod Alison
Published: January 2023

As a team of assistant psychologists who are primarily ward-based working in a low-secure hospital, we have explored the benefits and challenges of working as a part of an integrated multidisciplinary team (MDT) within an inpatient setting.
Opt-in services for children referred for psychological treatment: Unintended consequences for those living in areas of high deprivation
Authors: Dale Hannah , Clayton Hope , Keen Andy , Buntin Lynn
Published: January 2023

This article reports on evaluation data exploring whether demographic characteristics affect opting into and continued engagement with children’s psychological services. It discusses the effect of deprivation on engagement with services and the role services may play in engaging the hardest-to-reach.
How do clinical psychology programmes approach classification and diagnosis? Report of a brief survey
Authors: Peacock-Brennan Sinead , Harper Dave
Published: January 2023

A survey of clinical psychology programmes was conducted to explore the way they approached classification and diagnosis. Responses indicated many ways in which these topics were addressed in teaching, varied ways in which formulation was conceptualised and several tensions between how these topics were taught and the ways in which services operated.
Making it work: How clinical psychology services contribute to training in low intensity CBT for secondary care staff
Authors: Cameron Sarah , Stace Joanna , Christodoulides Thomas , McLean Faye
Published: January 2023

This paper details how psychological services contributed to the design and delivery of a low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) training programme. We have summarised the key issues within this project and offered suggestions for how psychological services might make training programmes ‘work’.
An evaluation of classroom-based cognitive behaviour therapy teaching for first-year clinical psychology trainees
Authors: Masterson Ciara , Parmar Sheena
Published: January 2023

This study evaluated CBT teaching on a clinical psychology programme by exploring changes in trainees’ knowledge and self-rated competency. Improvements in CBT knowledge and perceived skills occurred across the first year of training, which trainees attributed to classroom-based teaching.
The experience and meaning of compassion and self-compassion for Muslim Asian women from shame and honour based cultures
Authors: Pask Faizia , Rouf Khadj
Published: January 2023

There is a research gap concerning the expression of compassion and self-compassion for individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds. This article describes the lived experience and meaning of these concepts for Muslim Asian women living in the UK.
Helping clients placed on a mental health treatment requirement: A reflection on the provision of short-term psychological therapy
Authors: Izawa Erika , Clancy Dominique , Long Clive
Published: January 2023

A reflective piece on the implementation of a clinical psychology led service aimed at increasing the use of the Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR). The MHTR aims to improve the mental health of those serving community sentences, to ultimately reduce reoffending.
Guidelines for depression: More gourmet nights from NICE
Authors: McPherson Susan
Published: January 2023

This short paper is a follow up to last month’s piece in CPF 303, entitled: ‘Old wine in new bottles? On the new NICE guidelines for depression.’ It was written in September 2017 and first published on the Cost of Living Blog.
An audit of a specialist psychological complex trauma service for survivors of childhood sexual abuse/sexual assault
Authors: Keenan Ruth , Shah Sadia , McColl Joanna , Lidstone Emma
Published: January 2023

An audit of a specialist complex trauma service for survivors of sexual abuse is presented including demographic details, abuse and perpetrator characteristics and treatment and outcome data. This is discussed with reference to recent literature and treatment guidelines.
The tip of the iceberg: Mental health screening of young people in youth detention in Ireland
Authors: McInerney Anna , Finnegan Miriam , Ryan Eimear , McGee Colette , Gaffney Paul
Published: January 2023

This paper outlines and discusses an audit of the mental health screening profiles of young people admitted to youth detention in Ireland between April 2014 and June 2016. The study found high rates of alcohol/drug use, trauma and mental health difficulties.
Acknowledging we’re human: Fostering a culture of mindfulness & acceptance in a psychological service
Authors: Selman Matthew
Published: January 2023

This article shares how a psychological services department has drawn on mindfulness practice and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to foster a culture of self-care and compassion.
A spotlight on safeguarding in trainee selection: The Plymouth programme’s experience of Safer Recruitment
Authors: Lloyd Helen , Heath Miranda
Published: January 2023

The aim of this paper is to share innovative practice. We begin by exploring the relevance of abuse to the clinical psychology workforce and describing ‘Safer Recruitment’ (SR) before sharing the Plymouth experience of training and integrating SR into trainee selection.
Predicting happiness through self-esteem, locus of control and social relationships
Authors: Purrington Jack
Published: January 2023

This study examined whether certain concepts can be used to predict happiness. A multiple regression analysis was used to determine the relationships between happiness and self-esteem, locus of control and social relationships.
Trainees’ experiences of academic and clinical work in addressing sexuality and sexual issues
Authors: Cosway Richard , Rosan Camilla
Published: January 2023

This survey investigated UK clinical psychology trainees’ reports of teaching provision in sex and sexuality. Teaching provision tended to be inconsistent across courses, with few placement opportunities to develop skills.
Paying the price of positivism
Authors: Pilgrim David
Published: January 2023

For the first half of the 20th century the discipline of psychology spent its time asserting itself as a positive science concerned only with ‘the facts’. It has spent its time ever since then in a state of crisis and confusion because of this hubris. This piece offers a short historical account of this crisis tendency in the discipline. It argues that only the middle way of critical realism can rescue us from the rock of implausible positivism and the hard place of postmodernism.
‘The Magnet’ and Charles Masterman: Public reactions to socialised medicine
Authors: Calder Jonathan
Published: January 2023

This paper examines popular and professional attitudes towards the introduction of socialised medicine in the UK. It finds first that there was middle-class and professional hostility to the introduction of the NHS and that popular attitudes to the system in place before the NHS were by no means universally hostile. It then finds that the Lloyd George’s health insurance act met with extraordinary political and professional opposition. It concludes that socialised medicine arrived because of the beliefs of progressive politicians, not because of overwhelming public demand.
The state and state(us) of clinical psychology
Authors: Newnes Craig
Published: January 2023

This article examines the relationship of clinical psychology to the state, the language of distress, the technicalised language of the ‘psy’ professions, and the way that clinical psychology presents itself – the way we ‘state us’.
Demedicalising crisis resolution home treatment teams – A psychological intervention for acute care services
Authors: Sullivan Luke
Published: January 2023

There is currently no consistent psychological model for working with people in crisis resolution home treatment teams. The following article provides an overview of a psychological model for psychologists in this setting.
Academic boycott of new journal over open access
Authors: McIntyre Tibbie
Published: January 2023

This is a short paper on open access publishing, originally published on the 6 May 2018 as a blog post on the 1709 Blog (www.the1709blog.blogspot.com). The site is dedicated to all things copyright, warts and all. The author of this piece is Tibbie McIntyre, an intellectual property consultant.
Use of the goal-based outcome measure within a paediatric feeding clinic
Authors: Constable Chloe , Harvey Laura
Published: January 2023

This study aimed to explore how families and professionals experienced the Goal-Based Outcome Measure (GBOM) within a paediatric feeding clinic. A thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews with eight clinicians and five families identified consistent themes across both groups. Recommendations are made for services interested in using the GBOM, particularly within physical health settings.
Clinical psychology in Britain: A brief history
Authors: Shuttleworth Linda
Published: January 2023

This article came about because we recently curated a small exhibit to represent the history of the clinical psychology profession for the University of Chester’s Health and Social Care Museum. I wrote this to accompany the artefacts, and we are working on an account of the development of the local service. We would be interested to know if anyone else has tried to do this; information about staff and services does not seem to have been saved in any coherent way, which makes for a challenging task.
Incorporating neuropsychological factors in the assessment and formulation of UK military veterans
Authors: Methley Abigail , Barrett Alan
Published: January 2023

Military veterans experience complex biopsychosocial needs, including increased risk of undiagnosed cognitive difficulties. Clinical expertise and a literature review were utilised to provide an overview of clinical considerations regarding presenting issues, neuropsychological formulation and service design.
Bringing the outside in: Clinical psychology training in socially aware assessment, formulation, intervention and service structure
Authors: Griffiths Helen , Baty Frances
Published: January 2023

We describe the introduction of the Power Threat Meaning Framework (PTMF) to our teaching on critical and community psychology with particular reference to formulation, and critically consider the implementation of this teaching.
Youth Mental Health and the Power Threat Meaning Framework: Jigsaw’s systems perspective
Authors: Aherne Cian , Moloney Olive , O’Brien Gillian
Published: January 2023

This paper details preliminary explorations of how the Power Threat Meaning Framework (PTMF) may be applied in an early intervention youth mental health service. The PTMF is discussed under the organisation’s strategic priority of influencing change regarding youth mental health in Ireland.
The ‘Own my life’ course: Building literacy with women about trauma through the Power Threat Meaning Framework
Authors: Collins Natalie
Published: January 2023

This article will examine the use of the Power Threat Meaning Framework (PTMF) with women who have been subjected to abuse and the practitioners who support them. Approaching the framework from a practitioner perspective, the merits of the framework and the impact it has had in training with practitioners will be reflected on.
A music formulation model of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT-music)
Authors: Muntaha Sidrah
Published: January 2023

This article uses ‘November Rain’ by Guns N’ Roses to demonstrate how a song or music piece can be used to elicit a service users’ thoughts, feelings and behaviours. The concept of a positive and negative music formulation is explained and clinical implications for this potentially innovative approach is discussed.
Exploring roots and fruit: Using the ‘Tree of Life’ to help teams manage change
Authors: Wonders Sarah , Lee Claire
Published: January 2023

This article describes and reflects upon the potential utility of the ‘Tree of Life’ exercise (used in narrative therapy) adapted and applied in a team context to help support staff during a time of organisational change.
The philosophical choices of clinical psychology
Authors: Brown Freddy Jackson , Finch Annabelle , Gillard Duncan
Published: January 2023

Philosophy, and philosophy of science in particular, are often overlooked subjects in clinical psychology. This paper examines Stephen Pepper’s framework for philosophical assumptions and applies them to clinical practice. The importance of functional contextualism is elaborated on.
2019
Authors: Grace Joe
Published: January 2023

‘O wonder!

How many goodly creatures are there here!

How beauteous mankind is! O brave new world,

That has such people in’t.’

( William Shakespeare,The Tempest, Act V, Scene I, ll. 203–206)
‘I’ve won the Champions League!’ Using the Team of Life and sporting metaphors with adolescents
Authors: Glazer Daniel , Hurlston Rosie
Published: January 2023

This article describes how we have used sporting metaphors, largely adhering to the narrative principles of The Team of Life, to engage and help young people and their families. We discuss how working with a reflecting team has enabled us to develop the metaphor into new areas.
Using therapeutic documents: A story of creativity tricks and living after childhood cancer
Authors: Anne Pulham Rachel , Alia Denisa , Marshall Louise , Lambert Danielle
Published: January 2023

In this article, we discuss the aims and intentions of using creative documents within a paediatric setting. We have been fortunate to write this article with a young woman who accessed the service and has given her consent to share her story.
Past, present and future: The development of a systemic paediatric psychology service
Authors: Christie Deborah
Published: January 2023

This article describes a journey which began by introducing ways of talking with families and teams that privileges the young person and their family’s voices. It reflects how a research perspective embedded within a clinical service has enabled award winning service developments and how we now have a voice in medical care at a national and international level.
How can psychology teams begin to tackle the issue of underrepresentation in the profession?
Authors: Anne Pulham Rachel , Ali Sureya , Hitchcock Megan
Published: January 2023

In this article, we discuss our actions as ‘imperfect allies’ in beginning to think about countering the barriers faced by those entering the profession. We describe an evolving project that aims to widen access to information about the profession and reflect on our learnings. We have chosen the term ‘people from minority backgrounds’ to encapsulate the variety of identities, histories and social positions in relation to power (Kinouani et al., 2015).
Recipes for good beginnings
Authors: Portnoy Sara
Published: January 2023

This article is an introduction to some of the systemic approaches used in our service which are strongly influenced by the ideas of Glenda Fredman. It informs how we begin our work with families with physical health conditions.
The psychologically-informed partnership approach: Innovation in working with vulnerable and marginalised children, young people and families
Authors: Snodgrass Clare , Selman Matt
Published: January 2023

This article describes the psychologically informed partnership approach (PIPA). PIPA is an innovative service development using a virtual team working across services to meet the emotional wellbeing needs of vulnerable and marginalised children and their families in North Yorkshire.
An evaluation of an acceptance and commitment therapy group in an NHS adult community mental health team
Authors: Katie Place , katie veale , sarah Douglass
Published: January 2023

This article evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) group within a community mental health team. No significant change was found, which may be a result of the outcome measures used in this study.
Filling the void: Is emptiness an emotional flashback?
Authors: Spencer Caroline , Brunton Isabel
Published: January 2023

Experienced in both clinical and non-clinical populations, the impacts of emptiness are well-known, yet its origins remain an enigma. Theoretical models linking negative childhood experiences with emptiness, including mentalisation, emotional regulation and emotional flashbacks, are discussed.
Operationalising equanimity in clinical practice: A mindful approach
Authors: Weber Joey Yeshe Willson
Published: January 2023

This short commentary refines the therapeutic aspect of mindfulness-based interventions relevant to clinical psychologists. The paper highlights the potential fusion between equanimity and contemporary mindfulness practice.

‘Mindfulness has a universal nature. You can find it in every spiritual tradition. If you study deeply the life of a sage from any tradition, you will find a quality of mindfulness in his or her life. A sage is capable of living every moment of his or her life deeply and of touching the beauty and truth in each moment of life.’ (Ticht Nhat Hanh, 2008, p.46)
Why we are still talking about race1
Authors: Berg Katy , Romero Maria Castro , Harper Dave , Patel Nimisha , Patel Trishna , Rees Neil , Smith Rachel
Published: January 2023

The efforts and struggles within one training programme to address race, racism and Whiteness are discussed. Key lessons learnt so far are shared, and include the responsibility of all trainers to keep race in mind;, to avoid paralysis and face our own anxieties, guilt and histories; and continuing to engage meaningfully, to innovate, to try and keep trying.
Correspondence
Authors: Wren Bernadette
Published: January 2023

In our July 2019 issue we published a piece by Dr Pilgrim called ‘What is and what ought to be: Transgenderism and free speech’. We should have made clear that this was an opinion piece reflecting Dr Pilgrim’s views. CPF was not endorsing those views. Below is a response from Bernadette Wren, from GIDS, to Dr Pilgrim’s piece, which again expresses the views of the author, followed by a short piece from Dr Pilgrim.
Ritalin at 75:What does the future hold?
Authors: Smith Matthew
Published: January 2023

This paper is a brief history of the use of Ritalin and its controversy as a drug for treating those inscribed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The piece was originally published on The Conversation website on 18 September 2019.
There are fewer than 100 black professors in Britain – why?
Authors: Ackah William
Published: January 2023

This article was originally published on the Conversation website on 10 March 2014. It raises some important points about the academic establishment in the UK and their lack of interest in black history. Although the paper is five years old, the points it makes are still highly relevant now.
Increasing research capacity in a clinical neuropsychology service
Authors: Methley Abigail , Valentine Candice , King Lorraine
Published: January 2023

A service development initiative to increase research activity was implemented in a large clinical neuropsychology department. The number of research-active clinicians increased from 3 clinicians to 22. Reflections on facilitators and barriers to increasing research practice are presented.
Exploring the use of cognitive assessments in a child and adolescent attention deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnostic team
Authors: Welsh Patrick , Pickering Caroline
Published: January 2023

In this study we explored the risks, benefits and clinical implications of administering cognitive assessments within a UK based Child and Adolescent attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnostic service. Ten mental health professionals were interviewed with data analysed using thematic analysis.
Using clinical psychologists to upskill occupational therapists in cognitive management after stroke
Authors: Kontou Eirini , Roffe Jack , das Nair Roshan , Drummond Avril
Published: January 2023

Occupational therapists (OTs) working in community stroke teams could be supported by clinical psychologists in conducting initial cognitive screening assessments and in interpreting the results. We trialled such an intervention and found it was acceptable and valued by the OTs.
Perspectives on workhouses?
Authors: Hall John
Published: January 2023

This article outlines the intentions of the 1834 Poor Law Act, the roles of the workhouses established under the Act, and the functions of the relieving officers linked to them, as elements in services for people with mental health challenges and intellectual disabilities.
Bringing failure in therapy to the fore: Obligation, benefits and ways forward
Authors: Kwapong Benjamin
Published: January 2023

Failure and adverse effects can happen in therapy but it is not often discussed. This article aims to stimulate discussions about failure and adverse effects in clinical practice and research. Doing so is ethical and beneficial for applied psychology.
The strengths and weaknesses of being born a ‘Little Psychologist’
Authors: Radev Sarah
Published: January 2023

A self-reflective piece on the strengths and weaknesses of being an assistant psychologist diagnosed with autistic spectrum condition, considering empathy, theory of mind, as well as the differences that come with being a woman on the spectrum.
Some philosophical roots of the Power Threat Meaning Framework
Authors: Pilgrim David , Cromby John
Published: January 2023

This is a follow up paper to a previous Special Issue (January 2019) of Forum about the Power Threat Meaning Framework. It offers a viewpoint from two contributors about some of the Framework’s roots in pre-Socratic philosophy.
Compassion, acceptance and commitment in group-based therapeutic interventions to promote recovery
Authors: Kotze Ave
Published: January 2023

This brief study explores the therapeutic impact of compassion focused therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy as group-based interventions within an adult mental health community treatment team.
Addressing barriers to participation in physical activity faced by children with autism spectrum conditions
Authors: Smolinski James , Janda Jez
Published: January 2023

This paper summarises Midlands Psychology’s Keep Achieving Programme which aims to address barriers to participation in physical activity faced by children on the autism spectrum by adopting a systemic approach to increasing activity.
Are we caring enough for our service user representatives on clinical psychology training programmes?
Authors: Caygill Lisa , Craven-Staines Sarah , Devanney-Glynn Clare
Published: January 2023

This article aims to explore service user involvement in a clinical psychology training programme from the perspective of academic tutors and a service user representative. Considerations are made with regards to supporting service user representatives and how this can be provided by training programmes. The term ‘service user’ will be used throughout the article, as agreed by our representatives within the Service User Working Group.
Learning from our clients
Authors: Parker Sarah
Published: January 2023

This reflective paper outlines the multi-component approach I have taken with a young person with behavioural and emotional needs and what I have learnt from this. It discusses the role of values and how these are important motivations in the work.
Literally Anything… Bits from Blood Meridian
Authors: Psychologist A.
Published: January 2023

Blood Meridianis a novel by Cormac McCarthy first published in 1985 and printed in the UK by Picador Books.
Hearing those who hear voices within a medium-secure hospital
Authors: Jack Alexander H.
Published: January 2023

This reflective article describes my experience of attending Hearing Voices Group training and the subsequent establishment of such a group within a medium-secure forensic hospital. I discuss the philosophy of the movement and consider how this sits alongside other forms of clinical and theoretical information. I attempt to find balance between, what I consider to be flaws, and the many positive aspects that come with the approach.
Science and imagination
Authors: Rowe Dorothy
Published: January 2023

Published in 1996, this piece examines the importance of creativity in science and remains as relevant now as it was when it was written.
Considerations for psychologists working with children and young people using online video platforms
Authors:   DCP Faculty for Children, Young People and their Families in association with the Digital Healthcare Sub-Committee
Published: January 2023

There has been increasing interest in the potential contribution of using video platforms for clinical work, particularly with teenagers and the current pandemic has accelerated the implementation of this means of communication. This will be a new way of working for many clinicians and this guidance is written to help people to think through and prepare their practice so that it becomes a positive development in services.
Philosopher in Italian coronavirus lockdown on how to think positively about isolation
Authors: Panizza Silvia
Published: January 2023

This article was originally published on the Conversation website on 18 March 2020. It is an interesting reflection on thinking positively during the current Covid-19 crisis.

‘I am facing 14 days of self isolation and I find the prospect terrifying. Chances are it will continue much longer too, as we may soon face lockdown. But I also wonder whether it may be good for us to slow down and reflect on the human condition. Could this pandemic help us change how we think and act for the better?’
Dialectical behaviour therapy and perinatal mental health: An evaluation of an adapted DBT programme for mothers with emotional dysregulation
Authors: Freethy Imogen , Jacobi Emma , Douglass Sarah
Published: January 2023

An adapted 12-week dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) skills group was offered to 13 women under the care of the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) Perinatal Mental Health Team experiencing emotional dysregulation. The intervention was associated with reduced postnatal depression and anxiety and improved emotional awareness.
A single case study of Honour Based Violence from a victim’s perspective
Authors: Morris Saffron , Berry Mike
Published: January 2023

While there is increasing literature on Honour Based Violence (HBV), much has been taken from an anthropological, legal or political stance rather than the victim’s experiences. In response to limited UK based research of females experiencing HBV, we would like to present a case study of an immigrant woman who experienced HBV from her grandmother, whilst living in the UK. The study identified the perceived psychological implications faced by the individual as a result of experiencing HBV and the view that it is a cultural and not a religious practice.
Health-related quality of life in the homeless population
Authors: Iqbal Mariam , Duffy Cormac , Murphy Sally , Weatherhead Stephen
Published: January 2023

Homelessness is rapidly increasing across the United Kingdom, which comes with increased population-based risks to health and wellbeing, and quality of life. The ED-5D-3L quality of life measure provides a mechanism for appraising and monitoring the health and wellbeing quality of life in homeless people. This small survey shows some self-reported difficulties across all domains, highlighting the need for systemic working and communication across services.
Covid-19: An assistant psychologist’s perspective
Authors: Freeman Amber
Published: January 2023

This article outlines a reflective account of my experiences as an assistant psychologist working in a Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment team, during the Covid-19 global pandemic.

‘Uncertainty is the refuge of hope’– Henri Frederic Amiel.
The application of the Whirlpool of Grief to support experiences of loss in light of the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Higson Hayley , Price Kelly
Published: January 2023

This paper discusses the use of the ‘Whirlpool of Grief’ which provides a visual method for conceptualising, discussing and understanding loss that may be beneficial as practitioners navigating the impact of the Covid-19 crisis.
The benefits of relationship focused care when working with children and young people with persistent physical symptoms
Authors: Holmyard Lucy , Boyd Alex , Bloomfield Tess
Published: January 2023

This evaluation explored healthcare professionals’ reflections of caring for children and young people (CYP) experiencing persistent physical symptoms (PPS) before and since a biopsychosocial model of care was piloted. The emergent themes illuminated a process through which clinicians experienced movement from disintegration, towards integrated care.
Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing as a treatment for trauma in individuals with intellectual disabilities
Authors: Guymer Abigail M. , Rayner-Smith Kelly
Published: January 2023

This article outlines the utility of EMDR for people with intellectual disabilities who have experienced trauma.
A juggling act – being a parent/prospective parent and a clinician during Covid-19
Authors: Weiner Ben , Phillips Bethan , Rahemtulla Farrah
Published: January 2023

In writing this article, we hope to invite others to reflect on their experience of their personal and professional lives and how these have been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. It has been an exposing yet helpful experience to write this and we hope that it will open up the conversation for others.
Seeing ‘Indra’s Net of Jewels’: Expanding systems thinking in clinical training to incorporate planetary wellbeing
Authors: Holmyard Lucy
Published: January 2023

This article aims to illuminate the fundamental inter-relationship between wellbeing of person and wellbeing of planet. It goes on to examine why and how the systems ‘lens’ in clinical psychology training could be meaningfully expanded to include a planetary health layer.
Psychology and the road to Net Zero
Authors: Carmichael Richard , WainWright Tony
Published: January 2023

In May 2019 the UK Committee on Climate Change (UKCCC) produced its plan for the UK to achieve ‘Net Zero’ CO2 emissions by 2050. Alongside this, the CCC appointed psychologist Dr Richard Carmichael, of Imperial College London, to help understand the potential for people to make choices that can contribute to reducing emissions and what this means for policy. The resulting report, entitled ‘Behaviour Change, Public Engagement and Net Zero’ (Carmichael, 2019) has been summarised here. In addition, there are some thoughts about how the Covid-19 pandemic may influence our ideas and plans for how we address the climate and environmental crisis.
What do sustainability professionals and activists want from psychology?
Authors: Huxley Rachel , Lambrick Frances
Published: January 2023

As sustainability professionals, we face an unprecedented collective challenge in helping to transform societies and economies so as to avert the global climate and ecological crisis. This battle starts and finishes, is won or lost, in our hearts and minds – and as such, the role of psychology is absolutely critical.
Making a Difference at the National Level: The role of the Intellectual Disabilities Faculty in leading the Learning Disabilities Professional Senate in the UK
Authors: Dodd Karen
Published: January 2023

This article outlines the involvement of the ID Faculty in the development and role of the Learning Disabilities Professional Senate. It explores the achievements of the Senate and how it has continuously engaged with policy makers at a National level to make a difference in the lives of children and adults with learning disabilities.
Why is it hard to be SMART?
Authors: Watts Gemma , Cooper Paul , Brown Jackson Freddy
Published: January 2023

This article highlights the importance of goal setting and explores ‘what is a goal?’ We provide reflections as to why goals developed do not meet all SMART criteria and offer a starting point in thinking about how to increase the usage of SMART goals.
Understanding newly qualified psychologists’ experiences of transition from trainee to qualified practitioner: A survey study
Authors: Borsay Clare
Published: January 2023

This paper reports on a survey of newly qualified psychologists across one NHS Foundation Trust. It aims to explore the transition experiences of this group and provide suggestions for implementation in clinical teams and services and areas for potential research.
Moving forwards after baby loss: Reflections for improving practice
Authors: Gough Kate
Published: January 2023

Baby loss has a pervasive impact on parents, often leaving them feeling isolated and stigmatised. This reflective article aims to raise awareness on the effects of baby loss and to promote effective clinical practice for professionals working with bereaved families.
Changing conversations in suicide risk management: A new model called RISK
Authors: Guyers Mark
Published: January 2023

This article presents a new communicative model for managing risk of suicide. The RISK framework can be used in conjunction with traditional problem focused approaches to increase the collaboration between healthcare professionals and patients when creating a safety plan.

Using this model allows the healthcare professional to curiously ask how the person has kept safe for this long(Resources),how much they know already about how they have done this and what they would notice if the thoughts of attempting suicide were absent or managed(Increments).Next, the framework considers how might the resources discussed be best shared with others (e.g. professionals, family) and who or what else outside of the room might be able to help the increments(Sharing).Finally, in this framework, the professional aims to understand how all of the above ensures the individual keeps their existing expertise at the forefront of the difficulties they are experiencing(Knowledge).

Inspired by the ‘GRIN Model of Hope’ (Unwin & Unwin, 2019), this framework also derives from solution focused brief therapy and positive psychology. Within this paper, we follow ‘Alan’ who has arrived at his health appointment in distress, and shares that he wants to end his life. The implications for clinical practice are discussed.

The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate how solution focused risk management approaches might be better realised in any healthcare setting where risk presents.
Redefining the clinical workspace
Authors: Idowu Joan
Published: January 2023

The article below summarises the experiences of an assistant psychologist in a newly developed service for offenders accessing mental health support as an alternative to a custodial sentence. The article focuses on the assistant psychologist’s role in the service, cultural diversity and the challenges faced during the pandemic.
Valuing participation and involvement in a Community Psychology Service
Authors: Evans Rachel , Monnickendam Katie , Shaw Danielle
Published: January 2023

We explain the process and findings of a participation project involving children and young people, and parents/carers from a community psychology service.
Teaching Cancer Care Navigators what to say, when they don’t know what to say: Remote psychological support training in a time of Covid
Authors: Hunter Rebecca , Bray Dominic
Published: January 2023

This paper explores the effectiveness of delivering solution-focused communication skills training and supervision to cancer care navigators (CCNs) in improving their ability and confidence to have difficult conversations with cancer patients in relation to treatment being affected due to Covid-19.
Psychodynamic interpersonal therapy as a brief telephone crisis intervention during coronavirus lockdown: Experiences of both the help seekers and the helper
Authors: Ben Hague
Published: January 2023

Brief psychodynamic interpersonal therapy (PIT) was offered by telephone during Coronavirus lockdown, for people feeling psychologically unsafe. People testified that remote PIT created a safe space to connect with feelings, building hope and clarity after crisis. Flexible service provision of PIT with modest resources is discussed.
Reflections of an Assistant Psychologist being redeployed during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Hayley Goddard
Published: January 2023

This article outlines a reflective account of my experience of being redeployed from the role of an Assistant Psychologist to the role of a Support Worker during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Developing guidance for psychological professionals on inpatient mental health wards during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Raphael Jessica , Winter Rachel , Adams Jennifer , Berry Katherine
Published: January 2023

Due to the challenges faced by mental health inpatient psychological professionals working during the Covid–19 pandemic, we aimed to produce guidelines on best practice through consultations with psychological professionals,patients and ward staff.
Providing help in a different way: The essential need for Trauma-Informed Care in Mental Health Services and steps to getting implementation underway
Authors: Treadwell Faye , Martin Christina , Berry Alexis , Methley Abigail
Published: January 2023

Trauma influences experiences of relationships with health care services. Trauma-Informed care (TIC) is cited in policy as essential but is not universally implemented. This article adds to literature supporting TIC implementation in mental health services by highlighting eight over-arching principles.
A pilot trial of Structured Clinical Management for people diagnosed with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder in a Community Treatment Team
Authors: Campbell Thomas , Clarkin Joanne , Smith Megan , Jerry Allyson , Gray Catrion , Allam Kristine , Potts Donna
Published: January 2023

This paper reports on the implementation of a pilot Structured Clinical Management programme in three community treatment teams. It discusses the outcomes in terms of symptom change, functioning, goals, service use, retention and staff and service user feedback.
Improving mental wellbeing for prisoners through one-off psychoeducational groups
Authors: Cockerill Adele , Hestbech Asser , Goddard Alexandra
Published: January 2023

An outcome audit evaluated the impact of psychoeducational groups on service user’s self-reported mental wellbeing at HMP Bristol. Outcome measures indicate a statistically significant improvement in prisoner mental wellbeing across the Managing Anxiety, Low Mood and Improving Sleep groups.
Hidden rules of the selection for clinical psychology training course: Is there an underline bias towards applicants from ethnic and disadvantage groups? A personal reflection
Authors: Borseti Niv
Published: January 2023

This piece is set to explore, if there are any biases or ‘unwritten rules’ for a successful placement offer on a clinical psychology training course. My aim is to raise awareness and to try to understand why candidates from certain groups find it more difficult to pass the selection process. Coming from a marginalised group I may generalise my findings, but my intention is purely to understand more about the challenges minorities face with during the selection process. I am 43 years old, male, Middle Eastern, a lone parent, English is not my first language(Hebrew is), and from a low socio-economic status.
The psychological needs of people with non-binary gender identities
Authors: Alastair Pipkin
Published: January 2023

The following paper reviews and summarises the available research regarding the psychological needs and available support for people with non-binary gender identities. It highlights current practice, research gaps and professional issues, such as access to care.
A review of the literature examining the needs and services for women with a learning disability, before during and after pregnancy
Authors: Tomlinson Yalda , Pitt Claira
Published: January 2023

This review summarises the current research on the needs of mothers with a Learning Disability (LD) and mental health difficulties during the perinatal period. Identified themes include the importance of strong support networks and appropriate support when teaching parenting skills.
Understanding the emotional impact of Schwartz Rounds: A mixed qualitative methods approach
Authors: Gibson Rebecca , McKendrick Fiona , Thorpe Susan , Jandial Sharmila
Published: January 2023

Schwartz Rounds have been shown to support compassion, and improve staff wellbeing (Hughes et al., 2018), however no study explored the psychological underpinning of this. The current study found short and long term impacts including reassurance, connectedness and appreciation, and Roger and Farson’s (1957) Active Listening Theory was applied and discussed.
‘By the time I am eating, I am crying. Crying and eating’: An autoethnography of male binge-eating disorder
Authors: Delderfield Russell
Published: January 2023

This is a lived experience analysis of male binge-eating disorder. The researcher and researched are one and the same, using autoethnography. BED insights are seldom found due to the related shame and stigma, hence this paper’s contribution to understanding.
An introduction to T1DE (type 1 diabetes and disordered eating) and the Wessex based ComPASSION project: Bringing together body and mind
Authors: Rouse Lindsey , Allworth Lydia , Pinder Claire , Bennett Michelle , Partridge Helen , Figueiredo Carla , Ryder Jacqueline , Stacey Nicola , Cross Caroline
Published: January 2023

‘Injecting insulin feels like I’m injecting fat…’

This article summarises some of the key features of type 1 diabetes that can contribute to the development and maintenance of an eating disorder. We highlight some of the challenges of identification, assessment and treatment, and describe the work of an NHS England funded project in Wessex, providing specialist integrated physical and mental health care.
First Episode Rapid Early Intervention for Eating Disorders (FREED): From research to clinical practice and national roll-out
Authors: Di Clemente Giulia
Published: January 2023

This paper aims to provide an overview of FREED, including how and why it was developed, why early intervention is essential in supporting people struggling with eating difficulties and, lastly, explaining how FREED works clinically.
Seeing ourselves: Reflections of a trainee on placement at an eating disorder service during the Covid pandemic
Authors: Covernton Emma Elizabeth
Published: January 2023

This is a reflective piece of work written by a clinical psychologist in training working within an eating disorder service during the pandemic. The focus is on adaptations to the pandemic, namely virtual working, reflections/curiosities on the impact on eating disorder services and the clinicians working within them.
NHS-Led Adult Eating Disorders Provider Collaboratives: An introduction
Authors: Sodeke-Gregson Ayo
Published: January 2023

As NHS-Led Provider Collaboratives launch across England, this article gives a brief introduction and identifies some initial learnings.
Results and learning from the Healthy Outcomes for People with Eating Disorders (HOPE) New Care Model (Provider Collaborative) pilot: More investment required to address demand and capacity in adult community and inpatient eating disorder services
Authors: Viljoen David , Ayton Agnes
Published: January 2023

Pilot results and lessons learned from the HOPE New Care Model (Provider Collaborative) are reported. Pre-pandemic 12 beds were needed per million population. More investment is required to address demand and capacity in adult community and inpatient eating disorder services.
Book reviews
Authors: Allen John
Published: January 2023

Review of Essential Counselling in Practice by Emmy van Deurzen-Smith.
Book reviews
Authors: Topham Phil
Published: January 2023

Review of Counselling Individuals: The Rational-Emotive Approach by Windy Dryden.
Book reviews
Authors: Hornby Garry
Published: January 2023

Review of A Primer of Group Psychotherapy by Ray Naar.
Book reviews
Authors: Hawkins Peter
Published: January 2023

Review of Hypnotherapy by Helmut W.A. Karle and Jennifer H. Boys.
Book reviews
Authors: Howell Heather
Published: January 2023

Review of Theories of Counselling and Psychotherapy: A Basic Issue Approach by William A. Wallace
Book reviews
Authors: Topham Phil
Published: January 2023

Review of Developments in Cognitive Psychotherapy edited by Windy Dryden.
A Survey of Counselling Training Courses and their Comparison with the Recommendations for Standards Made by the British Association for Counselling and the Counselling Section of the british psychological society
Authors: Noyes Elizabeth
Published: January 2023

The majority of counselling courses have been started during the last 10 years, but as yet few courses have a nationally recognized standard, the exceptions being the Royal Society of Arts Certificates, the Council for National Academic Awards Diplomas and masters degrees. There is also no standard definition of what is a qualified counsellor, although the British Association for Counselling (BAC) has an accreditation scheme for counsellors which is becoming more widely recognized. This scheme is not allied with any particular course, so there is no way that a student completing a course is automatically accredited.