The Charlie Waller Trust podcast

In this podcast episode Pooky Knightsmith speaks to Dr Alan Cooklin, a family psychiatrist. They highlight the importance of support to make child carers in our society feel valued, proud, and supported. In this episode they discuss how to improve these children’s experiences and mental health in school to nurture them and spot warning signs. They also explain the need for accessible mental health support and including families in the process, so if you’d like to learn more see The Charlie Waller Trust resources.

In this podcast episode we speak to Mark Hillyer, Director of path hill outdoors, an outdoor education centre. We explore the benefits of alternative education, particularly in nature, to support children with individual needs academically and emotionally. These types of education are very important to build up self-esteem of children who do not attend mainstream school. Learning life skills and confidence can be very beneficial to children with mental health needs, to learn more about supporting children’s mental health see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak to Gill Allen, an occupational therapist about supporting children who experience domestic violence and abuse. When supporting such vulnerable young people, it is essential to know warning signs and also be able to support their family. We explain the need to build trust and confidence in these situations to build self-esteem, particularly in children with PTSD.  To learn more about supporting children’s mental health see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak to Professor Neil Humphrey, Head of the Manchester Institute of Education and professor of psychology of education at the University of Manchester. We highlight the importance of support to make children feel safe and valued in education. In this episode we discuss how to improve these children’s experiences and mental health in school to nurture them and spot warning signs. They also explain the need for accessible mental health support and including families in the process, so if you’d like to learn more see The Charlie Waller Trust resources.

In this podcast episode we speak to David Ayre, a head of service in Doncaster Council focussing on disadvantaged children and young people. Listen in to David advocating for the removal of stigma towards mental health and stopping the isolation of children due to poverty. We highlight the need for wellbeing support in schools and importance of making these services accessible to the whole family. Learn about making services ‘poverty proof’ and simple interventions with this interview podcast.  Learn more about supporting young people with The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak to Prof Tamsin Ford, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. Prof Ford explores challenging behaviour in children and  the effect on their mental health and families. We speak about the isolation and deterioration of self-esteem exclusion can create and alternative supports and methods available to support children including whole school approaches. We also address the importance of meeting the individual emotional and academic needs of children to nurture their development.  To learn more about supporting children’s mental health see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak to Dr Claire Parker, a trainee clinical psychologist. Dr Parker explores her research into children’s exclusion and the effect on their mental health and families. We speak about the isolation and deterioration of self-esteem exclusion can create and alternative supports and methods available to support children. We also address the importance of meeting the emotional and academic needs of children to nurture their development. To learn more about supporting children’s mental health see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak to Dr Andrew Reeves, a social worker and the Charlie Waller Trust Director of Universities and further education programme. We highlight the need for stereotypes and stigma to cease to encourage more men to seek help for themselves and feel able to show vulnerability. Dr Reeves explains the need to prioritise mental health alongside physical health to create a positive society, accepting of all those who experience mental illness. To learn more about mental health see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode Pooky Knightsmith speaks to Lorraine Khan, Associate Director for Children and Young People at the Centre for Mental Health. They highlight the importance of support to make vulnerable children in our society feel valued, proud, and supported. In this episode they discuss how to improve these children’s experiences and mental health in school to nurture them and spot warning signs. They also explain the need for accessible mental health support and including families in the process, so if you’d like to learn more see The Charlie Waller Trust resources.

In this podcast episode Ian McDonald, a mental health trainer, speaks to Nick Hickmott, the early intervention lead for Kent in ED Action . When supporting such vulnerable young people, it is essential to know warning signs and also be able to build trust and communication. They explain the need to build trust and confidence to build self-esteem, particularly in children with PTSD. Learn to look beyond the stereotype and support isolated vulnerable young people in your community. To learn more about supporting children’s mental health see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak to Andy Madison, a member of the Doncaster public health team, and Naomi Handley-Ward, who works for ‘Project 3’ with children in Doncaster. They explore the different pressures on young people in society including social media and gym culture. To battle these new challenges, they discuss the importance of body positivity and steroid awareness in young people. Learn more about supporting young people with The Charlie Waller Trust resources

In this podcast episode we speak with Dr Mina Fazel, a child psychiatrist. She highlights the importance of support to make child refugees in our society feel valued, proud, and supported. In this episode we discuss how to improve these children’s experiences and mental health in school to nurture them and spot warning signs. We also explain the need for accessible mental health support and including families in the process, so if you’d like to learn more see The Charlie Waller Trust resources

Self-awareness is key to taking care of our mental health and wellbeing. Charlie Waller trainers Julie Turner and Debbie Spens exchange ideas about how look after ourselves, especially at times when we’re finding things more difficult. Their strategies will help support you through difficult times and enable you to notice when family, friends or colleagues are struggling, empowering you to reach out with kindness and understanding.

Supporting each other as colleagues is one of the best ways we can protect our mental wellbeing at work. This podcast describes four steps you can take to help you look out for each other effectively: Stay connected Notice if a colleague is struggling Reach out to them Ask for help if you need it – reaching out goes both ways

Although we can experience difficult emotions at any time, living and working through Covid-19 has been especially hard. Many practice nurses describe having feelings such as guilt and helplessness. This podcast takes you through four effective ways of helping manage and regulate such feelings: Self-compassion Self-care Speaking to someone Celebrating success

Charlie Waller trainer Andy Caress shares his personal and very honest account of his experiences of attending primary care with mental health issues. In conversation with Dr Sheila Hardy, Practice Nurse Lead for the Charlie Waller Trust, they draw out some key messages for health professionals to help them better support their patients.

Featuring Dr Sheila Hardy, Practice Nurse Lead for the Charlie Waller Trust, this podcast aims to help healthcare professionals feel confident in helping a person who may have a mental health problem by explaining how to react when a patient divulges a problem, how to actively recognise a mental health problem and what to do next. Sheila describes the tools that will help guide them through the process, and stresses the importance of having agreed protocols in place and being able to access relevant training.

Wellbeing is the theme for this podcast, with Charlie Waller trainers Julie Turner and Debbie Spens. During their lighthearted catch-up, they explore Julie’s own twist on the NHS Five Ways to Wellbeing which she calls ‘CALMinG’: C – Connection A – Active L – Learning Min – Mindful G – Giving