Living with IBD, Healing with Compassion | Dr Inês Trindade

In this episode of Compassion in a T-Shirt, I’m joined by Dr Inês Trindade from Örebro University in Sweden—an accomplished researcher in compassion, self-compassion, acceptance and commitment therapy, and health psychology.Together, we explore the psychological toll of living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and how self-compassion can act as a protective force against depression, anxiety, and stress. We also discuss the powerful role of shame and stigma in gut-related conditions, and how compassion-based interventions can help people find a new way of relating to themselves and their illness.Inês shares insights from her research—including longitudinal studies, online ACT and compassion programmes, and implications for clinicians working with those suffering from IBD—and offers a compelling case for why empathy and compassion must be central in both clinical care and everyday coping.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Compassion and Self-Compassion01:32 Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)03:37 The Psychological Impact of IBD and IBS06:38 Stigma and Isolation in GI Conditions10:01 The Role of Self-Compassion in Managing IBD12:35 Research Findings on Self-Compassion and Mental Health18:00 Mindfulness and Psychological Flexibility22:34 Intervention Studies: Face-to-Face and Online32:11 Online Intervention Insights32:59 The Role of Social Support in Therapy35:48 Challenges and Adaptations in Therapy40:15 Understanding Shame in Bowel Disorders48:37 Addressing Shame in Clinical Practice54:00 Compassion in Healthcare58:57 Concluding Thoughts and ReflectionsLinks:Dr Inês Trindade at Örebro University including links to her research articles:https://www.oru.se/english/employee/ines_trindadeIf you would like to learn more about compassion focused therapy, you can find Dr Stan Steindl's book The Gifts of Compassion here: https://www.ausapress.com/p/the-gifts-of-compassion-how-to-understand-and-overcome-suffering/ Say hi on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drstansteindl Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/StanSteindl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_stan_steindl/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-steindl-150a5264/ Website: https://www.stansteindl.com/ YouTube Video URL: https://youtu.be/tIjUXgjf7hg *Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in no way obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Video hashtags:compassion, selfcompassion, ibd, chronicillness, healthpsychology, acttherapy