The Relationship Podcast - There has to be an I before We!
Welcome to The Paradox of Change, where three experienced therapists guide you through the essential truth:
I B4We - You have to have a relationship with yourself before you can have a relationship with others!
We believe in understanding your needs, boundaries, and capacity for connection - because the most important relationship you'll ever have is the one with yourself.
Meet Your Guides:
Elliot Burgess - Individual therapist specializing in men's mental health and the foundational "I" work that transforms all relationships
Lottie Passell-Syms - Sex and intimacy specialist dedicated to couples therapy, helping partners navigate the "We" journey through deeper connection and authentic communication and better sex.
Fi Sclif - Individual therapy and growth coaching focusing on mindset, money, and marketing
What You'll Discover:
• How self-discovery leads to relationship mastery
• Lottie's proven couples therapy techniques for rebuilding intimacy and trust
• Practical tools for infidelity recovery, trauma healing, and authentic communication
• Insights into masculinity, femininity, and identity development
• Strategies for navigating divorce, dating after trauma, and co-parenting
• Real conversations about narcissistic abuse recovery and neurodiversity in relationships
Our Philosophy:
Inspired by Carl Rogers' wisdom: "When a client accepts themselves as they are, the curious paradox is that they then change." Whether you're working on yourself individually or as a couple, transformation starts within - heal your relationship with yourself, and watch every other relationship in your life flourish.
Content You Can Expect:
• Deep-dive conversations with mental health experts
• Individual growth episodes ("The I Series") with Elliot, Fi & Lottie
• Couples-focused content ("The We Series") with Lottie's expertise
• "I B4We Deep Dives" - All three tackling complex topics together
• Real stories of resilience and recovery
• Practical tools you can use immediately
Whether you're single and working on yourself, in a relationship needing guidance, or navigating life transitions, we're here as your collaborative guides, not distant experts, but fellow travelers who've walked these paths.
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The Relationship Podcast - There has to be an I before We!
Understanding Autism: A Deep Dive with Therapist Karen Prouton #007
In this enlightening episode of the "Paradox of Change" podcast, we are joined by Karen Prouton, an integrative therapist and a beacon in the field of Autism support and awareness. Karen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, not only from her role as a senior practitioner in an NHS autism assessment service but also through her private practice where she offers autism assessments and post-diagnosis support.
🔹 About Karen Prouton:
Karen's expertise extends to supporting individuals who are, or believe they may be, autistic, as well as those in relationships with an autistic partner or parents of autistic children. With her unique integrative approach, Karen has been instrumental in shaping better understanding and support structures for autistic individuals and their families.
🔹 Training and Workshops:
Karen also offers specialised training and workshops for therapists working with autistic clients, focusing on autism and sensory processing issues. Her dedication to the field is evident from her recent achievement of a Masters degree with distinction in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice, with her research solely focused on autism.
🔹 In This Episode:
Unpacking common misconceptions about autism.
Insight into sensory assessments and their importance.
The journey of supporting autistic individuals and their families.
Karen's personal experiences and learnings in the field.
Discussion on the need for more autism-aware therapists.
🔹 Find More About Karen:
Website: Perspectives Counselling
🔹 Note from Karen:
Currently, Karen is not active on social media platforms like Instagram or Facebook but plans to explore these channels soon. Stay tuned for more updates!
🔹 Get Involved:
If today's episode resonates with you, or if you're seeking support and guidance in the realm of autism, feel free to get in touch through Karen's website. Additionally, keep an eye out for her workshops and training sessions for deeper insights and professional development in autism support.
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