Chrysalis on the Couch

Episode 50: Reality TV: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly This episode of Chrysalis on the Couch came as a follow-up to the episode discussing TV Shows that grow social awareness. This time, we talk about Reality TV. With the upcoming return of Big Brother, the group decided to look back at the beginnings of Reality TV and see how far we’ve come since it started. There are a lot of wonderful shows out there, with a tendency to bring us closer to each other and grow understanding, and then there are some that miss the mark a bit.   What do you think of Reality TV? Are there shows that you love or can’t stand?    Lorna Cordwell – Chrysalis Tutor  Tina Robinson – Chrysalis Student  Elly Schaaf – Chrysalis Team Member   Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 49: Race: How Therapy Can Help Process Experiences of Racism and Discrimination  On this episode of Chrysalis on the Couch, Chrysalis Tutor Daniel Browne leads the group in a discussion on experiences of racism and discrimination, and how counselling can be helpful in processing through these experiences. What backgrounds are people bringing into the therapy room that counsellors might need to understand as they help their clients? Is there a history of hyper-vigilance? Is there generational trauma that’s been passed down? Trauma from racism and discrimination might present differently in each person experiencing them.     Daniel Browne – Chrysalis Tutor  Martin Handy – Chrysalis Tutor  Kemba Aimes – Chrysalis Student  Mary Lira – Chrysalis Student   Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 48: What is Happiness?   This week we are exploring Happiness. What IS happiness? What’s the difference between happiness and contentment? Do we all feel happiness? What can we do to “foster” happiness in our lives?   Kay – Chrysalis Tutor Jo – Chrysalis Student Vicky – Chrysalis Student Julie – Chrysalis Student  Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 47: TV Programmes That Grow Social Awareness  This week we take a moment to reflect on TV programmes that have made an impact on our own awareness of social and societal issues. We look at television programs from the UK and the US that have taught us about LGBTQ+ rights and taught us about Neuro-diversity in our friends and family and how to support the people in our lives who might be affected. The group also discusses the possible negative aspects and trends of reality television, and the dangers that can come from such programmes.  What TV programs stick out to you that have impacted your understanding and awareness of issues faced by people in our society? Lorna Cordwell – Chrysalis Tutor  Cila Hintz – Chrysalis Tutor  Tina Robinson – Chrysalis Student  Elly Schaaf – Chrysalis Team Member Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 46: Looking at Our Shadow   This week we’re talking about our ‘shadow side”… what does that mean? We all have it, but we are sometimes oblivious to it, or do not see it. It’s the part of ourselves that we don’t much like. We all have negative traits, but if they’re not causing a problem, we oftentimes ignore them. When it is good for us to stop, acknowledge, and accept these traits about ourselves? When is it our responsibility to address these issues, even if we can’t see that they are causing a problem?  Join Kay and the rest of the group for this discussion! Kay Milton – Chrysalis Tutor Byron Harris – Chrysalis Student  Kerrie Anderson - Chrysalis Student  Edwina Lawless – Chrysalis Student    Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 45: The Counselling Relationship   This week on "Chrysalis on the Couch", we're talking about what makes the counselling relationship different from other relationships in our lives. Join Jude Mason, Chrysalis Tutor, and the rest of the group as they discuss this crucial relationship. What relational things are different between our friends and family and our clients? How do we act differently when we have our "counsellor" hat on?   Judith Mason - Chrysalis Tutor  Cila Hintz - Chrysalis Tutor  Kate McGillion - Chrysalis Student  Olga Sidorova - Chrysalis Student   Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 44 - Therapy and Social Justice  This week, we have a discussion regarding therapy and social justice. What are some common social justice issues that commonly arise during a counselling session? Is therapy neutral or apolitical? What is therapy's role in supporting social justice? What socioeconomic and societal barriers might stop a person from seeking therapy or even entering into a counselling career?   Join Lorna and this week's Chrysalis group in discussing the answers to these questions and more. Do you have more thoughts on this topic?  Lorna Cordwell – Chrysalis Tutor  Martin Handy – Chrysalis Tutor   Anna Woodham – Chrysalis Student   Simon Clive – Chrysalis Student    Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

Episode 43: Taming the Inner Child   Inside of us all is that small child that sometimes tries to take over our life… may want to get attention. Your inner child might be scared, tired, angry… all sorts of things.   This week we have Kay leading us in a discussion about that inner child we all have and when we find ourselves reverting into that child-like state. How do we identify this in ourselves and how do we challenge these early beliefs?   Kay Milton – Chrysalis Tutor  Byron Harris – Chrysalis Tutor   Kerrie Anderson – Chrysalis Student  Edwina Lawless – Chrysalis Student   Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

EP 42: The Power of Listening This time on Chrysalis on the couch, we’re talking about the Power of listening. Chrysalis Tutor Jude Mason brings some wisdom right away speaking about listening to understand vs listening to respond. As counsellors, it’s important to harness the power of listening with clients and give that space to let them find the words to express themselves. Not being afraid of the silent moments in counselling sessions. Letting the silence carry on so that clients feel the freedom to think and speak. We also discuss listening to yourself, and changing the question in our own minds while preparing for a session from “What am I going to do in this session” to “What am I going to hear in this session”? Jude Mason – Chrysalis Tutor Rhianan Lowes – Chrysalis Tutor Zoey Levy – Chrysalis Student Mary Francis Mack – Chrysalis Student Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.

EP 41: First Day Course Anxieties On this episode of Chrysalis on the Couch, we talk about first day course anxieties and what tutors and students can do to ease the natural jitters that can present themselves. Course tutors Lorna Cordwell and Rhianan Lowes are joined by students, Arlene Jackson and Simon Clive, to talk about anxieties they have experienced and how they worked through them in class. From establishing respect and confidentiality among classmates, to finding a friend to carpool to monthly classes with… the class works through the, sometimes uncomfortable,  moments of building rapport with each other while learning to do the same with their future clients. What are some tactics and techniques you use to foster new connections? Lorna Cordwell – Chrysalis Tutor Rhianan Lowes – Chrysalis Tutor Arlene Jackson – Chrysalis Student Simon Clive – Chrysalis Student Please Like and Subscribe to our channel to keep up to date on new releases! Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views, opinions, or policies of Chrysalis Not For Profit Ltd or any related business.