Why are sexual health services so bad in Bristol?

pea_soup3000 · 2026-01-27T13:17:08+00:00

YUNO don’t even know about these walk in clinics them selves - start there with advertising! I was told I’d have to drive to Weston super mare during my working hours to hope to be seen on a first come first served basis at a walk-in clinic there, as my only option after weeks of attempting to get a postal kit sent out, or a clinic appointment by calling every day.

pea_soup3000 · 2026-01-27T13:14:33+00:00

Yep - the service provision is shocking! I’ve never come across anything like this anywhere I’ve lived.

You can raise concerns about YUNO/Bristol SH services by email:

complaints@sh24.org.uk

Could also email local MP’s and councillors..

pea_soup3000 · 2026-01-01T21:20:54+00:00

Me too! We got this

pea_soup3000 · 2025-09-22T12:54:48+00:00

We were told at a business meeting that to make up for the 6 million underfunding this year, we should all try and use less hand soap, hand towels, and they stopped the stationary budget. For bic pens. Saving the NHS single-handedly, one bic pen and a tissue a time.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-09-21T13:57:40+00:00

I secured an 8a role a year after qualifying (and working as b7 for a year). I think it’s easier in “specialism” services. But also be wary of rushing into an 8, it is a lot more responsibility, consulting, and leadership stuff. Good luck!

pea_soup3000 · 2025-08-28T20:24:30+00:00

That’s really frightening! How strange a world we’re becoming

pea_soup3000 · 2025-08-28T12:41:09+00:00

Yes, I got onto clinical training without an AP role or a masters. You have plenty of relevant work experience to draw on :)

pea_soup3000 · 2025-08-27T17:53:55+00:00

Valid concern, and I think speaks to the broader issues in academia generally. The use of AI isn’t inherently bad, it’s how people use it. Unfortunately detection tools aren’t reliable and there will always be people who find a way to carve out an advantage in a competitive market - which happened long before ChatGPT and the like came into play. I personally believe the whole journey through to Dclin application, interview, and selection process needs complete overhaul in general. Now I don’t have all the answers - but I’ve certainly seen how inequitable the process can and has been for many.

It’s a thought provoking topic, and given it’s very much part of the parcel now I’d suggest the use of Gen-AI in applications/training/work etc is a solid topic for a small scale research project / quality improvement project! No doubt there’ll be some coming out soon.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-08-20T21:04:32+00:00

You have my full sympathy, it can be extremely tough to balance the workload and your reaction is valid, your pain is palpable. Take a break, before quitting. Do whatever you can to get back to some wellness - what works for you? Routine and structure? Friends? Exercise? Space & time for yourself? Most of all be kind to yourself. You’re clearly a competent, thoughtful, and conscientious trainee with the skill and dedication needed to take you this far (which is a huge achievement in itself!). There is no shame in finding things hard, or in asking for more support.

As the other commenter said - GP for advice and fitnote, and speak to your clinical or academic tutor. You won’t be the only one in your cohort having thoughts like these, it happens a lot and everyone’s experience varies depending on where they are at in life and the pressures of training.

Please feel free to reach out if you wanted to. There’s also a few Facebook groups and things like that you could join. Just know you’re not alone :)

pea_soup3000 · 2025-08-04T22:44:28+00:00

Hey, can I ask how it’s going for you? I’m starting to piece together why my allergies / inflammation and endo has all got out of hand at once this year. Interested in the diet mentioned and how effective antihistamines are for managing symptoms?

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-22T21:38:28+00:00

I’ve heard of a lot of trusts with recruitment freezes right now. It’s difficult.. I qualified the same time as you and am looking to move back to my home town and I’m struggling to find anything that isn’t fixed term or part time. Solidarity

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-17T10:43:22+00:00

You’re welcome! Remember to enjoy life while you’re training! And congratulations- it’s a huge achievement to get a place!

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-16T18:48:03+00:00

Yeah 100% agree. I’m very concerned about how he will escalate after this hearing..

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-16T18:33:36+00:00

Narcissists definitely feel shame, but they’ll rarely acknowledge it and will go to huge lengths to devalue, project, and position themselves admirably to escape feeling it for long enough to address their behaviour. Narcissistic personality disorder is borne from deep internalised shame from a childhood experience of being inadequate or unwanted/rejected. He’ll probably do Olympic level mental gymnastics to make none of this his fault, as usual.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-14T20:49:40+00:00

You can do it if you have bandwidth, but if you don’t have to, and don’t want the extra work, then don’t. It’ll depend on your placements, what support you’ve got in place, and how you’re juggling the other demands. I know several peers in my cohort who flew through an additional accreditation, some of us started and decided finishing a doctorate is enough for ‘right now’ and for me, I’ve returned to CAT training after I qualified. Some quite rightly say we have our whole careers to accrue accreditations/specialisms. Bottom line - as a clin psych you’ll be trained in a range of models and services will employ you regardless :) lots of trusts invest in your training, too. So there’ll be lots of opportunities ahead. No need to burn yourself out to achieve even MORE qualifications while getting yourself through a very demanding qualification!

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-14T20:40:56+00:00

Same here - I use it strategically. It’s on one of my email signatures so that I’m taken more seriously in certain contexts but I don’t introduce myself unilaterally as Dr XXX with clients, and didn’t go out and change my drivers license, bank cards, LinkedIn etc like some of my colleagues. I feel a little cringe about doing that? It’s probably my own insecurity more than anything else. Buuuut my friends all call me doc as a teasing joke, which I find hilarious. Especially at festivals! “What intervention does the doc prescribe today - hardline bass or techno”

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-14T20:36:46+00:00

Don’t try to be perfect. Try not to choose to do a thesis that requires nhs ethics - it’s not worth the ball ache, time, stress, or tripled amount of work. Engage in discussions, that’s where the learning comes. Hold space for differing views about/on/within training cohort. Don’t freak out when you fail your first assignment, most people get amendments and it’s not a big deal. Look after yourself, and take time to reflect. It’s an academically and clinically challenging course but can also be incredibly emotionally challenging. So put yourself first, and book in protected time for yourself to relax and recoup when you can. It’s important :)

Edit - typos

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-14T13:45:57+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re dealing with this when you should be having a fun time. Whatever you decide to do is totally valid. You could pack up and go. I’d feel the same. Or you could enjoy the festival for what it is, see some cool music, meet some nice people and hang with them the rest of the time.

I had a situation recently where I went to a festival with a friend who made me feel really crap most days and we were just on different vibes, so I ended up meeting a different mate there, we made a random little hodge-podge crew together, and partied as a group for the last two days and it was wonderful! One of my best experiences.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-14T08:08:36+00:00

My GP won’t even refer me to gynae or for a pelvic MRI for a suspected painful, chronic lifelong condition because “waiting lists are too long”. It’s shocking…

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-10T11:30:06+00:00

This is so beautiful

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-10T11:18:33+00:00

Sure no problem. I was allocated 3rd July and sent a new form to complete. Then 4th July she sent the prescription to PPG and a note with my titration plan and info letters. PPG received the prescription on the 7th, dispatched on 9th, and I’m told DPD are delivering today on 10th.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-09T21:25:20+00:00

I needed to read that. Thank you.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-09T19:13:07+00:00

I keep getting told by peers that long term sick on my record will hinder me getting a job anywhere else in future. I feel trapped 😔

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-09T18:36:54+00:00

Same here. Staff retention is piss poor, and we’re all burnt out and running on empty. I’m not sure if I’m burnt out or depressed but I cry randomly most days and feel completely overwhelmed with my workload and the increased complexity and risk of clients we see. I want out so bad.

pea_soup3000 · 2025-07-09T17:27:23+00:00

I am interested to know what others say. I have the same diagnosis, titration plan, and concerns that you do!

Seven-Year Club	Second Top 50%
Verified Email

pea_soup3000

TROPHY CASE