Discover the power of film therapy with Jenny Hamilton

Film can do more than entertain—it can help people process emotions, explore difficult experiences, and reflect on their lives in a way that feels safe and accessible. In this episode, Rosie speaks with Jenny Hamilton, a counsellor, mindfulness teacher, senior lecturer, and creator of the five-step Movie Method. Jenny explains how films, television shows, characters, and stories can support counselling, mindfulness, emotional understanding, and wellbeing. They explore why film therapy can be particularly helpful for neurodivergent people, including those with autism or ADHD. Jenny discusses sensory-rich narratives, metaphor, comfort shows, emotional regulation, burnout, masking, and the challenges of expressing feelings through direct conversation. Jenny also shares how her Movie Method works in practice, covering mindful engagement, observing responses, voicing experiences, identifying personal relevance, and reflecting on what has shifted. The conversation touches on binge-watching, neurodivergent-affirming counselling, workplace support, and the importance of self-compassion. A thoughtful conversation for therapists, educators, helping professionals, neurodivergent listeners, and anyone who has ever found comfort, understanding, or connection through a film or TV showJenny can be found here - https://jennyhamiltoncounselling.co.uk/