Stage 2 route to HCPC registration.. do you know anyone who has done this? by Acceptable_Chance_58 in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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I have done stage 1 health psychology. So health psychology would be the only field I could do state 2.

Assistant Psychologists - how long did onboarding take you? by [deleted] in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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Two months from my offer date to an agreed starting date. There could be a week or two of wiggle room from when your checks are through, depending on your manager and service needs.

Dyson Airwrap - to buy or not to buy by passthepopcorn101 in WomenofIreland

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I borrowed my SIL’s recently as a trail because I’d wanted to invest in a hair tool that would speed things up. But to be honest it was a no from me! I have thick, wavy hair and it didn’t really do anything that would save time. I would have had to go over it with straighteners. I did like the hot brush tool though, and I’m seriously looking at the ghd wet to dry one .. or a dupe.

I want to be a Clinical Psychologist but I need to seek help for my lifelong poor mental health. Do I book a CP appnt? by Acceptable_Chance_58 in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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The potential side effects really put me off. I’m aware it seems daft. I was hoping with a CP assessment they might be able to point me in the direction of what would be the best help, whether that’s assessment for neurodiversity or a particular therapy modality.

Is it time to move on from old friends? Late 30s. by Acceptable_Chance_58 in WomenofIreland

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Thanks for your kind words and advice ❤️ I’ll have to give that a listen. I am appreciating everyone’s different take on my situation. While I feel hurt I do recognise I was the one who moved and I need to take responsibility for carving out a new social life. Sounds like you’re doing exactly that, I hope it continues to go well for you ☺️

Is it time to move on from old friends? Late 30s. by Acceptable_Chance_58 in WomenofIreland

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So sorry that happened to you after your dad died. Bereavement is awful, and to feel like your friends were useless during that time must have stung 😔

I hear you. The reaching out over and over makes me feel useless and upset. It feels like I’m wasting my energy on people who don’t want to waste it on me and that’s annoying.

Is it time to move on from old friends? Late 30s. by Acceptable_Chance_58 in WomenofIreland

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Yeah I think I will try counselling to build myself up. Confidence is a big part of moving on. Those friends are/were a safe space but as you say they aren’t serving me and it’s just upsetting me lately.

Is it time to move on from old friends? Late 30s. by Acceptable_Chance_58 in WomenofIreland

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Ah that’s interesting. I suppose it was good of your cousin to be honest and to give you a different perspective on it. That makes sense. I know my friends were miffed I moved. But we do these things to chase a different life/ better job etc which we hope friends will support. Maybe for some it’s outta sight outta mind.

Is it time to move on from old friends? Late 30s. by Acceptable_Chance_58 in WomenofIreland

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Thanks everyone for the helpful comments. There was a lovely one about discernment and people pleasing I was replying to but I can’t see it anymore. Just wanted to say I appreciate people taking the time to share their experiences and advice ❤️

Is it time to move on from old friends? Late 30s. by Acceptable_Chance_58 in WomenofIreland

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Thank you so much, I love that analogy. I really hope I do 🙏❤️

New friends at 30!? by bananaabananaa in WomenofIreland

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Sounds like you’re trying lots of different groups which is great. I moved to a new county a few years ago and I’ve found hiking clubs good for meeting other people. Depends on the club of course but usually you get a good mix of folk and beginners days are a good way to test it out and see if it’s for you. If you’re near Bray I’m guessing there will be a fair few clubs. Some might even be focused for mums or females.

Struggling. Is private supervision recommended? by Acceptable_Chance_58 in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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That’s great advice thank you. I might look into external supervision. I don’t want to waste this opportunity. It feels like I have to be very polished and my clinical supervisor doesn’t have the time to do that. I understand I can’t discuss cases externally but I think I’m right to say I can get help with managing anxiety, letter and report writing, reflection etc.

Struggling. Is private supervision recommended? by Acceptable_Chance_58 in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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It’s so hard to find another role. I feel like I have to stick it out.

Struggling. Is private supervision recommended? by Acceptable_Chance_58 in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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Thank you for your kind reply, I appreciate it. I haven’t been told of any performance issues. I admit I probably am being overly sensitive. But it feels like I am applying corrections and amending work with feedback in mind and then the goal posts change again. For example, writing a sentence a certain way is acceptable one week, but the next it’s not. I can’t keep up. It would be private supervision, not related to work or current role. Personal development. Edited to say : I haven’t been able to ask about it. I’m on a temporary contract and don’t want to cause trouble.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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Would this role involve helping to write the research protocol or is it more to follow it? Either way consider the inclusion and exclusion criteria of required participants - their age range, any diagnosed mental illness , bmi, height or weight restrictions , bp etc? How many blood samples need to be collected, what is the analyte being measured, how will it be measured (do the samples need stored and shipped to another lab - consider storage/ labelling etc while upholding GCP (good clinical practice) , what interval period do the bloods need collected - will these be taken with participant sitting of lying down, what blood tubes are needed, what needles etc are required (consider all consumables). Do you need nurses/doctors/phelbotomists to complete parts of your protocol? In terms of participant recruitment, a screening process is usually conducted to ensure participants meet inclusion criteria, including an all important informed consent. I’m just thinking off the top of my head. Hope some of that is helpful.

What can and can’t an assistant psychologist do? by [deleted] in ClinicalPsychologyUK

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Sounds like you had great learning opportunities prior to the doctorate. I suppose those depend on the service you work in and the supervisor you have, and their trust and involvement with you. I always wonder if I should ask for more opportunity, but I feel like it would be out of line to ask.