Naomi's Testimony

SummaryIn this episode, Chris interviews Naomi Salisbury, the ex-CEO of Self Injury Support, who shares her extensive experience in mental health services and advocacy for individuals with personality disorders. The conversation delves into the discrimination and prejudice faced by those labelled with personality disorders, particularly in mental health settings. Naomi discusses her personal experiences and those of the individuals she supports, highlighting the systemic issues that perpetuate discrimination and the lack of understanding surrounding these diagnoses. She emphasises the need for a more compassionate and curious approach in mental health services, advocating for a shift from punitive measures to supportive, person-centred care that acknowledges the complexities of trauma and mental health.Keywordspersonality disorder, mental health stigma, self-harm support, trauma-informed care, mental health services, discrimination, advocacy, emotional support, peer support, systemic issuesTakeaways'The removal of curiosity is a huge problem.''If you don't know something, just say you don't know.''It's about relationships and connecting with people.''The system is set up to gatekeep and keep people out.''We need to invest in the emotional and psychological level of who gets into these jobs.''Being validated and believed at any life stage is crucial.''It's not about labelling; it's about understanding the trauma.''We need to treat people as individuals, not templates.''The tone of communication in mental health services can be hostile.'Chapters00:00 Introduction to Naomi Salisbury and Self Injury Support02:20 Experiences of Prejudice in Mental Health Services05:45 The Impact of Labels on Seeking Help14:13 The Role of Curiosity in Mental Health Care25:27 The Need for Systemic Change in Mental Health Services35:45 The Importance of Validation and Support45:35 Exploring the Future of Mental Health Services Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.