Psych on the Mic: Recent Episodes
Lisa Butcher
Clinical Psychologist Lisa brings a down to earth podcast featuring average humans as guests. Topics covered will range from anxiety to scuba diving, from song writing to COVID, from far out wacky to down right random. Lend an ear and we promise you will laugh, cry, sing, dance and feel completely validated!
An episode on my journey with breastfeeding where there’s talk of nipple shields, pumping, hand expressing, nerve pain, tears, and success!
This is the story of my beautiful baby boy’s birth including my labour, delivery and first week with my son! Not for the faint hearted, this episode contains medical details of labour and birth.
In this episode I discuss being in my 3rd Trimester at 37+2 and go into depth on my mental health during pregnancy including the support I’ve received.
I’m currently 36+2, just started maternity leave and thought I would talk about my experiences in the first trimester whilst they are still somewhat fresh in my mind! My experiences are unique to me as an individual and as an HSP, however I’m sure are also quite relatable!
Part 4 details Chapter 4 - don't you just love when things work out like that? I talk about memories and revelations whilst reading this chapter and make 2 exciting announcements at the end of the episode :) Please dm me on instagram @patronuspsych for episode topics or to say hi!
I continue working my way through Elaine Aron’s book, Chapters 1-3, including some personal memories and revelations!
In this episode I discuss my own realisations since discovering I'm a HSP as well as starting to read through the book by Dr Elaine Aron and detailing the key points (The book is "The Highly Sensitive Person). More parts to come!
This episodes details my revelation of discovering I am a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)! Check out HSPerson.com to find out if you're one as well! they represent 1/5 people, and there is a spectrum of sensitivity within that 1 in 5. It is a biological trait. We are born with it. We can't fix it or change it, but we can learn to use it as our super power! Listen to learn more, and as always - send any questions to @patronuspsychology on Instragram!
In this episode I answer a loyal listener's questions involving multiple medications, brain fog, vicarious trauma and who to go for when you need help and are feeling suicidal. I also give a teaser for my next episode/episodes - likely in several parts. Get keen people!
An episode about all things food! Being an overweight kid/teen, Weight Watchers, running, all diets including Keto, wedding dress, freedom! Love the skin your in. Trigger warning - this episode may be sensitive to those with eating disorders, disordered eating or food issues. Take care 🌸
This episode has little bit of everything in it - I currently have COVID so I talk about that, I talk about planning a wedding 3 times in the middle of COVID and all of my feelings associated with that... I talk a bit about my book section on COVID, and then I randomly talk about the new Harry Potter game - because I can. I also honour my beautiful Grandfather, Mike Butcher, "Poppy" on today's episode as he passed away 8 years ago today (ANZAC Day). As always, subscribe, like or comment - or don't - your choice, and follow me on Insta @PatronusPsychology and send me a DM but only if you have something nice to say!
I had to provide an update on where things are at on MAFS given so much has changed since my first MAFS episode dropped. Hope you enjoy! I might do one more if you're lucky... or not... if I can be bothered... as always follow me on insta @patronuspsychology and like/review on Apple Podcasts :)
Yes I know, I watch MAFS. But it's like a train wreck. I just can't look away. And I find it super fascinating how the "experts" can put people together that have opposing attachment styles and unresolved traumas. WARNING - this episode contains a lot of swearing! Sorry bout it. Actually not really. But maybe don't listen to this with your children. You can now follow me on instagram - I've changed my private practice page to "Psych On The Mic."
This episode discusses the impacts of marginalisation on our First Nations people and then goes on to detail how to get psychological support if you need it.
In this episode I discuss lots of different topics, but first I am human about having a difficult day in psychology and what this looks like. I also talk about the realities of early career and the pressure we put on ourselves to plan the perfect sessions and write the most comprehensive notes. If you like my podcast, please like, comment and subscribe/follow and tell all your psychology loving friends! Email me at lisamareepsych@outlook.com
Normalising the anticipation and planning involved before Christmas and the come down following - in this weird limbo time between Boxing Day and New Years. Highlighting the importance of not putting too much expectation on yourself to have "New Years Resolutions" but instead to set SMART goals whenever you like! And most importantly, bloody take care of yourself please! As always, follow me on insta @patronuspsychology listen to my music on Spotify or Youtube (just search Lisa Butcher)
This episode discusses my obsession with all things True Crime and is a nice Segway into my recent career change into the extremely intriguing world of all things Youth Justice! Enjoy :) Email me at lisamareepsych@outlook.com if you have any questions or episode suggestions
In this episode I detail what antidepressant medication is - what it is, how it works, why we might take it and what the key factors are in the success of it working or not. Got any questions? Email me at lisamareepsych@outlook.com or find me on Instagram @patronuspsychology
This episode details anxiety and why we have it including the fight, flight, freeze, fawn response, a little survival game and this author's own experience of it.
In this episode I talk about how unique therapy is and all the things they don't teach you at uni!
The Gift of Therapy by Irvin Yalom features heavily in this episode - I recommend you read it!
I hope you enjoy :)
If you're interested in purchasing a copy of my book please email me at lisamareepsych@outlook.com
This episode details what burn out is and how to treat it. It also discusses self-doubt or "imposter syndrome" which is very closely linked with burn out in a catch-22 cycle of sadness and anxiety. Both are completely normal, particularly early in your career! Enjoy listening to me ramble for 40+ minutes :)
My condensed life story.
My journey to becoming a psychologist.
A bit of double up with Episode 2 (apologies) but its just me, myself and the mic this time.
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This episode features an interview (edited) between Lisa and Dr Dylan Poulus (Southern Cross University) which was originally made as a video lecture for students in his First Year Psychology Unit - "Fundamentals of Career Success in Psychology" a unit that Lisa wishes existed when she was going through University. This is a great episode to listen to if you're a school student or a university student considering psychology or your considering a change in career paths or you just want to listen to a great interview! This episode also references Lisa's book "Reflective Journal: For Early Career Psychologists, Students & Graduates." If you wish to purchase a copy please private message Lisa on Instagram @patronuspyschology or email her at lisamareepsych@outlook.com
You can also follow her dogs she speaks about in the episode @teddy_maisie_lagottos
Just a short one folks!
This episode just talks about what my podcast will cover.
If you have any suggestions for topics or would like to be featured on my podcast, please send me a message on Instagram @patronuspsychology