S1 EP01: Starting Over - Justine's Story with support from Nicola Massie

Starting Over with Justine Jones is all about major moments in a person's life that required them to start again, whether that be in a relationship, a career or even a new skin care regime. Many people reach a point in their lives where they have to start all over again, and this podcast is all about how to find the strength to do so.In this first episode Justine talks openly about the breakdown of her own marriage, the impact that had on her children, and her physical and mental health. Justine talks about how returning to acting gave her escapism and allowed her to feel like someone else, if only for a short period, but seeing her two small boys with packed bags heading off to their Dad's broke her heart. Justine discusses her journey with Nicole Massie, Consultant Counselling Psychologist, and they discuss how the mind and body reacts to the trauma of a relationship breakdown, and how to push through to find a better life. Nicola shares her wealth of experience in helping people through the breakdown of a relationship, offering sound advice on caring for yourself during that time and finding the little wins and joys in life.Nicola Massie is a Consultant Counselling Psychologist with a background in Mental Health and Learning Disability services in the Health Service. Nicola has worked with individuals, families and teams in Senior Clinical and Clinical Leadership roles in the Health Service. She has held lead roles representing Wales in the British Psychological Society. She has also contributed to the national development of Psychology and Psychological therapies in Wales. Since 2022 Nicola has worked in Private Practice as N Massie Psychology Ltd and Vale Wellness.Series 1 of Starting Over is sponsored by Lost Sheep Coffee, who have a range of iced coffees, coffee pods and beans to give you that pick me up needed to tackle every day. www.lostsheepcoffee.com