Welcome to the twelfth episode of Season Five of Wisdom for Wellbeing Podcast. On this episode I interview Dr Lisa Myers (BMed.Sc cum laude, MBCHB cum laude, FCPsych(SA), FRANZCP, Certificate Child Adolescent Psychiatry), an author and child, adolescent and general adult psychiatrist with 20 years-experience in mental health
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What is covered in this episode:
>>Introduction to Dr Lisa Myers (psychiatrist and author of the book When the Light Goes Out)
>>How Lisa navigated personal grief and trauma as a psychiatrist, who has been trained to support people in navigating mental health challenges- Consideration of the spiral of grief experientially
>>Tools Lisa used to navigate grief and trauma in her journey
>>Why suffering shows up differently for everyone
>>Advice to listeners about when they should reach out for help
Links Discussed
- @drlisamyerspsychiatrist on Instagram
- Dr Lisa Myers’ Book: When the Light Goes Out with discount code: LISA5
You’ll find a copy of the Episode Transcript below.
Dr Lisa Myers
Dr Lisa Myers (BMed.Sc cum laude, MBCHB cum laude, FCPsych(SA), FRANZCP, Certificate Child Adolescent Psychiatry) is an author and child, adolescent and general adult psychiatrist with 20 years-experience in mental health. Lisa obtained her medical and psychiatry degrees in South Africa, before moving to Australia in 2009, where she completed her child, adolescent advanced training.
Lisa has worked in various mental health settings and currently runs a first of its kind holistic practice in Bondi Junction, where she incorporates a range of services to support her clients’ health and wellbeing. Lisa has developed an online parenting course and has recently published her first book, WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT. In this book, Lisa shares her personal and professional insights for managing trauma, loss and grief. Lisa is passionate about supporting clients in need and providing quality mental health services. As a mental health advocate and educator, she knows the importance of providing accurate and considered information to clients.
Lisa is a mother to two teenage daughters. When not at work, Lisa enjoys exercising, yoga and spending time with her family and friends.
Transcript
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