Mental health and wellbeing careers blog

In the final part of this three-part series, Integrative Therapist, Coach & Author Stuart Walker reflects on how training shaped the counsellor he has become — and how the process of “becoming” never really ends. With warmth and honesty, he explores what it means to grow into the work, revisiting the nerves, insights, and small moments that shape every counsellor in...

In the first of this three-part series, Integrative Therapist, Coach & Author, Stuart Walker looks back on his journey through counsellor training. And this is where it began – with an Initial Learning Statement, written right at the very start of Level 4. With warmth and honesty, he explores what it means to grow into the work, revisiting the nerves, insights,...

In the second part of this three-part series, Integrative Therapist, Coach & Author Stuart Walker reflects on the final stages of his Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling — a time when theory, vulnerability, and personal growth begin to intertwine. With warmth and honesty, he explores what it means to grow into the work, revisiting the nerves, insights, and small moments...

Today, we speak with Clare E Kenny, a wellbeing and culture consultant whose own experiences of burnout, grief, anxiety, and ADHD have shaped her mission to create healthier, more inclusive workplaces. In this conversation, Clare shares her journey and practical insights on building cultures grounded in empathy, trust, and psychological safety.

This blog explores why men’s mental health became the focus for Integrative Therapist, Stuart Walker. A reflection on what he's learned in the therapy room through listening to men whose stories are often unheard, it includes CPD and training resources for those who want to expand their professional knowledge in this vital area.

How much water do you really drink each day? Hydration impacts everything from energy and focus to overall wellbeing — yet many of us don’t get enough. Complete this short, anonymous Aston University research project study focused on understanding human hydration habits and water intake across the UK. Your responses could help shape future recommendations for better health and wellness.

For those interested in careers in mental health, social care, or community services, IT skills are essential. If you're 19 or over, unemployed, or on a low income - and looking to build your digital confidence - this short course is designed for you!

Finding a placement is one of the most challenging parts of training for counselling, psychotherapy, and psychological therapy students. Unlike other fields where clinical placements are part of the training itself, trainees in this sector are often expected to secure their own with the assistance of the training organisation. Integrative Therapist, Stuart Walker shares his first-hand experience and insights into...

In this edition of our Practitioner Perspective series, Stuart, an integrative humanistic counsellor, shares his experiences of private practice. Drawing from first-hand insight, he explores the challenges, rewards, and nuances of working independently, offering a candid look at the realities of the field.