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Lets Talk About Burnout with Natalie Robertson
Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Natalie, the dynamic founder of Social Life, on a crisp Friday morning. What began as a chilly start quickly became a heartfelt conversation that warmed us up. Natalie shares her career journey and passion for empowering newly qualified and seasoned social work practitioners. Through her consultancy, Social Life, she is dedicated to helping teams and organisations gain a profound understanding of the impact upon the self of providing social care services. Motivated by her own experiences, Natalie sought coaching to navigate her emotional responses to her work, and now she's on a mission to guide others in their journey. She emphasises the importance of self-reflection and how it can transform our work as frontline practitioners and leaders. Specialising in Nervous System Regulation and Trauma-Informed Self-Care, Natalie brings her expertise to life through dynamic training sessions, engaging keynote talks, and practical coaching. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Natalie and discover how her insights can enhance your practice and support your growth. Tune in and be inspired! Do share your feedback at: [email protected] Join our Fb community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/412169436067530 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB6IJzP9UzJn2B5oXclbnOwSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Final Reflections for 2024
A short episode recorded partly during my gym workout session—some final reflections for 2024. Next year is my 40th Anniversary of being a qualified social worker; what a ride! I will be marking this milestone for sure.............. Happy New Year and Peace!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Liminality Group TLG - Andrez Harriott
In episode 90 of SWM, I talk with Andrez Harriott, the Founder and CEO of The Liminality Group. TLG's primary task is to prevent and reduce offending among children and young adults aged 10-15. They support health and well-being services within secure estates by delivering integrated models of care to children remanded or sentenced through bespoke psychologically informed programmes. TLG also provides training and leadership consultancy to organisations and professionals across health, justice, DClinPsych courses, and the third and private sectors. We discuss TLG's work, how the organisation's name came about, how his course with Tavistock & Portman further informed TLG's work with young people and organisations, collaborative work with other agencies, the relational nature of their approach to work with vulnerable young people and lots more. w: www.tlguk.co.uk LinkedIn: Andrez Harriott email: [email protected] Do share your feedback at: [email protected] Join our Fb community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/412169436067530 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB6IJzP9UzJn2B5oXclbnOw See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Brilliant Parents - Meave Darroux
In today’s episode, I'm in conversation with the passionate and extraordinary Meave Darroux, founder and CEO of Brilliant Parents. Brilliant Parents run parenting classes supporting families across the capital and beyond. Their work also specialises in programmes for children in their early years and young people. BP supports families by introducing new parenting techniques to help them deal with challenging behaviour in their children, from toddler to teenager. Early intervention in the lives of families aims not only to help parents but also to transform the confidence and well-being of the child. Supporting parents by helping them cope with their own emotions and those of their child also has crucial long-term benefits and creates happier, more confident parents web: www.brilliantparents.org Do share your feedback at [email protected] Join our Fb community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/412169436067530 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB6IJzP9UzJn2B5oXclbnOw See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SWM hears about the ICU Conference hosted by ARM
Nimal, Arlene, and I, members of the Anti-Racism Movement subgroup, discuss the Social Work Awards 2024 and our feelings following our win. We also share information about our forthcoming conference on 22/11/24 - entitled ICU. Tickets and more information can be found here; https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/icu-or-i-see-you-annual-national-conference-from-the-anti-racist-movement-tickets-1007943996627?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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About Social Workers Matter

Welcome to Social Workers Matter with Dr Sylvia Smith, where we explore the realities and celebrate the successes of social work practice, management and education. A few words from Dr. Sylvia on her background and Social Workers Matter I began my social work career at 16yrs old when I embarked on my first training course in social care. I now have over 35yrs of experience in social work; practice, leadership/management and education.Bringing a wealth of knowledge, skills and passion to my work and I want to convey these attributes in my Social Worker Matters podcast. I am passionate about 'reclaiming social work' and will be exploring the realities and celebrating the successes in this profession. I invite you to join my guests and me for insightful discussions, sharing of professional experiences and much, much wisdom in all things social work. If you're thinking about joining the profession, are newly qualified practitioners or a seasoned professional, this podcast is for you.

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