You Matter

Cat Williams, former physio, now Clinical Hypnotherapist has great insight into how and why we clinicians might develop traits such as perfectionism, anxiety and imposter syndrome.In this episode she explains how clinicial hypnotherapy can be useful in helping us identify moments when the ‘seeds of the issue were sewn’ and importantly how we might move on.Find out More at mehab.co.uk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Matt Phillips has a modern approach to the treatment of runners. It doesn't involve tech or new treatment potocols - the main distinction in Matt's approach is an acknowledgement of the potential impact of a client's mental and wellbeing state, on their running performance and recovery from injury. With this in mind, Matt and I discuss the benefits of this approach to you, as well as your clients. Allowing yourself to take longer to get to the route of the problem, to do less in a session, and to accept that you may be just a part of this person's recovery. We also talked about the magic of collaborating with colleagues so that together you can navigate these new ways of working and of talking about how you work.Contacts for MattAcross social media @runchatliveOn Spotify:Link for Coaching Unpeeled https://buytickets.at/mehab/1520869 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

⁠Mehab.co.uk⁠In this episode I am joined by clinical researchers Gillian Campbell, Katherine Mcnabb, and Virginia Rivers Bulkeley, 3 brave souls taking on the challenge of balancing clinical work and research in physiotherapy. In a wonderfully honest conversation, Katherine, Gillian and Virginia tell me about their motivations, their challenges, and the rewards of pursuing a clinical academic career, plus some tips for clinicians considering research. Key themes in this epsiode Inspiration: We discuss what inspired each guest to pursue clinical research, from addressing gaps in evidence to a desire to improve patient care and challenge existing norms. Work-Life Balance: The realities of juggling clinical practice with research, including time management, headspace, and the importance of a supportive network. Challenges & Rewards Insights into the difficulties of securing funding, overcoming imposter syndrome, and navigating the publication process, alongside the joys of discovery and contributing to the physiotherapy community. Advice for Aspiring Researchers: Valuable tips for clinicians considering a move into research, including the importance of mentorship, following your curiosity, and developing a thick skin. Future of Physiotherapy Research: Guests' perspectives on the key questions that need answering in physiotherapy research, with a focus on personalised treatment and integrating technology for better patient outcomes. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Adam shared his personal and professional journey, from working in a takeaway to becoming a physiotherapist, and his experiences with dyslexia, social belonging, and imposter syndrome. He discussed his transition from traditional medical practices to starting his own business, Working Pain Solutions, which focuses on helping people with chronic pain reintegrate into the workforce. The conversation also touches on the importance of community building, honesty, and social belonging in our profession as a whole.Like, Subscribe and find more at mehab.co.uk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

It's true, you can't open your inbox these days without a mention of coaching in some form. So why is everyone talking about coaching, particularly in our world of healthcare? Joanne and I attempt to explain, what exactly is a coaching approach? And what are the benefits to you and your patient? If, after listening you think it's something that you'd like to learn more about then click this link to submit the form and get on the mailing list for Coaching Unpeeled, launching in 2025.MAILING LIST This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

In this episode, Tom Jacobs, clinician and business owner shares his experiences of: • Balancing multiple professional roles, including running a private practice, teaching, and charity work • Transitioning from the NHS to entrepreneurship • Building a thriving team culture • Navigating the challenges of work-life balance with a young family Tom offers valuable insights on: • The importance of purpose in career choices • Effective delegation and leadership strategies • Creating a positive workplace environment • The impact of personal values on professional life This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

2 more tales from clinicians, Jon and Helen who have made the move into a different, but related careers. And a real-time account from Martin Christensen who only stopped working as a physio 2 weeks ago. He's not sure yet, if he's jumped from the frying pan, into the fire! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

With: Kim Knight, Orla O'Doherty, Jane Mitchell, Simon PearceHear the inspiring journeys of four physiotherapists who successfully transitioned into new careers. Each interview delves into their motivations, that moment when they decided to make the move, things they miss and things they don't.In their own way, each of my guests has explored the art of career reinvention and the power of following your passion. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Quality Improvement doesn't need to be anxiety inducing (those notes audits!)Jo Kitchen, network co-ordinator for Allied Health Professionals Quality Improvement (AHPQI) explains that it simply means finding ways to make things better. When asked "What matters to you?" many therapists responded that knowing they were delivering a quality service, improved their sense of fulfilment and well-being. Jo describes how she has learned to include everyone (service users and those delivering services) in discussions around 'how we got here, what the problems and potential solutions might be' - rather than feeling she has to go it alone and fix everything herself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Becki is an NHS Doctor, supporting sensitive people to change the world, without changing themsleves.What if, as a sensitive person, you could stay, and actively thrive in healthcare?Becki has done just that. Listen to her inspiring story, full of tips for any of you who might've been told, and probably tried to be more resilient, but who know that cap doesn't fit. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

This month I'm celebrating the 40th episode of You Matter and my 20th wedding anniversary, so who better to welcome as my special guest but Mr Ian Turner. Ian has the dubious pleasure of being the husband, son and son-in-law of a physio, so he's well qualified to pass opinion on our qualities, quirks and qualms. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

In this episode we talk about why the tennis backhand is better than the forehand, about the frog who went a wooing.....oh and a bit about Tom's writing career.Mehub This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

I approached Charli when I noticed that, as well as being a clinician, she is also a celebrant. What I didn't know is that she is also a wine expert, a gay, autistic woman with ADHD who is in the middle of a phd looking at the effect of rubber pitch services on injury in male rugby players.And we cover all of that in this epsiode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Siobhan Cowling talks to me about what led her to leave Physiotherapy, coping with the transition, what she misses about work, the negatives, 'Who am I?' and the positives, the tips and tricks she's learned along the way.Siobhan says she still hasn't become comfortable with the R word, but she's found a great alternative and is loving her refirement! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

In my ignorance, when Felicity suggested this topic I thought 'that'll be interesting, but I wonder how much being diabetic affects identity.'As a result of this conversation, I am humbled and now fully educated as to the extent of monitoring, tweaking and managing this condition requires, and also the effect on Felicity's view of herself as a professional.At one point, in the interests of being human and illustrating that it's okay to have needs as a clinician, Felicity goes off to inject herself with insulin, and I have a wee! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

As we embark on a fresh year and the new season of You Matter, who better than my lovely friend Jack to join me in chewing over our respective reflections of 2023 and the things we are looking forward to in 2024. Never knowingly staying on theme, we cover house moves, kids exams, agony aunts, working with your namesake and many other unrelated topics. Hope you enjoy meandering with us.Join Mehub This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

This is the second in a 2-part series with Karli Gibson, a physiotherapist with diagnoses of ADHD and dyslexia. Having described the struggles and the suffering as she puts it, in epsiode 1, this time Karli focuses on the solutions she has found and the evolution this has afforded her both as a person and a physiotherapist. We also discuss how, as employers and heads of organisations where people with neurodiversity are working (ie all of us) we can help make those environments easier places to navigate for all. Many of us are probably scared of getting things wrong, or not sure how to get it right. Karli's overriding message is to stay curious. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

This is the first of a 2-part series.Episode 1 - The Struggle and The SufferingEpisode 2 - The Revolution and The EvolutionKarli Gibson is an Occupational Health Physiotherapist. In this first epsiode, Karli talks to me about…Feeling thick, but smart.Learning to cope, and learning to mask.Getting diagnosed with dyslexia and discovering resources.Getting diagnosed with ADHD, and finding support, but not so many resources…yet.You can’t fail to hear Karli’s determination and commitment to finding her own path, not just in Physiotherapy but also in life. This episode is about the struggles as she puts it, but even here, there are hints at the evolution to come.JOIN MEHUB This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Nicola Graham and Helen Preston are both Physiotherapy business owners. They each have their own version of this, having made choices about whether or not to still work as a clinician, and how they wish to be perceived, and how they wish to exert their influence in healthcare. In this session we discuss, the acquisition of business skills when you've never been taught them, a shift in personal identity and the way others might see you as you take on business ownership, and we have a more philosophical discussion around leadership and who might emerge as the future symbolic leaders in our profession. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com

Jazz hands videos and monologues of your wisdom triggering unwanted attention from trolls. If this is your impression of marketing then no wonder you're avoiding it. Invisibility is so much more appealing.Sara Price has another way.There's no sugar coating or kidding that you don't need to be visible to grow a business, but she has some wonderful ideas and suggestions to make it a more comfortable experience for you and infinitely more enjoyable for your audience. And to get you seen by the people that really need you.more here: mehab.co.uk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit joturner.substack.com