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The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments

The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environments

By: Podcasters David Jones & Dr Naomi Murphy
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 Can institutional culture challenge your mental health? What if your job makes you feel shame, sadness, grief, disgust and fear? What if you are expected not to feel? Or you are expected to be relentlessly competitive? What it’s like to live or work in a prison? Does working with people who commit murder, child abuse and rape affect people who work in prisons and the wider criminal justice system? How do people survive and thrive when facing significant challenges to our emotional health over a lengthy period? How do we protect ourselves and stay compassionate, loving and trusting? Importantly, how do we find and preserve hope? Fyodor Dostoevsky wrote that “The degree of civilisation in a society can be judged by entering its prisons”. In this weekly podcast ,your hosts, David Jones (Forensic psychotherapist) and Dr Naomi Murphy (Consultant Clinical & Forensic Psychologist) hope that exploring less visible aspects of prisons will help listeners see that prisons are a window into society and let us see people not only at their worst but also at their best. We feature a rich range of guests sharing snap shots of life in prisons and take a look at hospitals, schools, sport and the police in order to learn from other institutions. We learn about challenges to human integrity and hear important lessons and heart-warming stories about survival and growth when facing adversity in harsh places. We hope that sharing our conversations can help you make changes to your own relationship with institutions that might challenge your emotional health and well-being. Follow and connect with us and give us feedback. Let us know what you think works, and also what doesn’t. We want you to look forward to the podcast each week. We’ll also be extremely grateful for any reviews that you give us. A simple star or two or a thumbs up will do. Email: lockedupliving@gmail.com or connect with us on: Substack: https://lockedupliving.substack.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedUpLiving Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomimurphypsychologist/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-jones-41910b12/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lockedupliving/Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences True Crime
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  • Justin Havers (Audio); Conquering Nightmares: A New Approach to Trauma

    Justin Havers (Audio); Conquering Nightmares: A New Approach to Trauma
    Sep 17 2025

    Keywords

    nightmares, trauma, PTSD, dream completion technique, mental health, self-help, EMDR, sleep disturbances, psychological therapy, veterans

    Summary

    In this conversation, Naomi Murphy and David Jones discuss with Justin Havens the impact of nightmares on individuals, particularly those with trauma and PTSD. He introduces the Dream Completion Technique, a method designed to help individuals regain control over their dreams and reduce the frequency of nightmares. The discussion also covers the importance of self-help resources, the role of EMDR in trauma treatment, and the need for greater awareness and accessibility of interventions for those suffering from sleep disturbances. Justin emphasizes the potential for empowering individuals to manage their own sleep and mental health, highlighting the significance of addressing nightmares in various populations, including veterans and forensic settings.

    Takeaways

    Nightmares are often linked to unresolved trauma.

    The Dream Completion Technique empowers individuals to reshape their dreams.

    Education about dreaming can help reduce fear and anxiety.

    Nightmares can lead to serious mental health issues if unaddressed.

    Self-help resources can be effective in managing nightmares.

    EMDR is a valuable tool in treating trauma and nightmares.

    Awareness of sleep disturbances is crucial for mental health professionals.

    Nightmares are common among both men and women, but may manifest differently.

    The brain has natural healing mechanisms that can be harnessed for recovery.

    Interventions for nightmares can be low-cost and scalable.
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    40 mins
  • Justin Havens (Video); Conquering Nightmares: A New Approach to Trauma

    Justin Havens (Video); Conquering Nightmares: A New Approach to Trauma
    Sep 17 2025

    Keywords

    nightmares, trauma, PTSD, dream completion technique, mental health, self-help, EMDR, sleep disturbances, psychological therapy, veterans

    Summary

    In this conversation, Naomi Murphy and David Jones discuss with Justin Havens the impact of nightmares on individuals, particularly those with trauma and PTSD. He introduces the Dream Completion Technique, a method designed to help individuals regain control over their dreams and reduce the frequency of nightmares. The discussion also covers the importance of self-help resources, the role of EMDR in trauma treatment, and the need for greater awareness and accessibility of interventions for those suffering from sleep disturbances. Justin emphasizes the potential for empowering individuals to manage their own sleep and mental health, highlighting the significance of addressing nightmares in various populations, including veterans and forensic settings.

    Takeaways

    Nightmares are often linked to unresolved trauma.

    The Dream Completion Technique empowers individuals to reshape their dreams.

    Education about dreaming can help reduce fear and anxiety.

    Nightmares can lead to serious mental health issues if unaddressed.

    Self-help resources can be effective in managing nightmares.

    EMDR is a valuable tool in treating trauma and nightmares.

    Awareness of sleep disturbances is crucial for mental health professionals.

    Nightmares are common among both men and women, but may manifest differently.

    The brain has natural healing mechanisms that can be harnessed for recovery.

    Interventions for nightmares can be low-cost and scalable.
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    40 mins
  • Dr Esther Cole (Audio); Exploring Post-Traumatic Growth in Therapy, a new appraoch

    Dr Esther Cole (Audio); Exploring Post-Traumatic Growth in Therapy, a new appraoch
    Sep 10 2025

    Keywords

    post-traumatic growth, therapy, mental health, Breaking Through Therapy, ethics in therapy, self-care, therapeutic models, personal experiences, podcasts, clinical psychology

    Summary

    In this conversation, Dr. Esther Cole discusses the concept of post-traumatic growth and its significance in therapy. She shares insights from her podcast, 'Breaking Through Therapy,' which aims to demystify the therapeutic process and highlight the positive transformations that can arise from adversity. The discussion also touches on the ethical considerations of anonymity in therapy, the importance of self-care for therapists, and the role of personal experiences in shaping therapeutic relationships. Dr. Cole emphasizes the need for a broader understanding of mental health that includes post-traumatic growth, rather than solely focusing on deficits.

    Takeaways

    Post-traumatic growth is an important area of focus in therapy.

    The podcast aims to demystify the therapeutic process.

    Ethics and anonymity are crucial in therapy discussions.

    Personal experiences can shape therapeutic relationships.

    Self-care is essential for therapists to help others effectively.

    Therapeutic models should consider systemic approaches.

    Podcasts can provide valuable insights into mental health.

    Diversity in therapy practices is important for accessibility.

    The media often misrepresents the reality of therapy.

    Building a supportive community is vital for recovery.

    Dr. Esther Cole is an Author, Podcast Host, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Founder of a multi award-winning company Lifespan Psychology – The Diverse Practice® and Wellness BOSS Coach (BOSS stands for Business Owner Support Squad™).

    Dr. Cole worked in the NHS for 12 years and joined the independent sector in 2017. She is currently on the BPS Division of Clinical Psychology sub-committee for Equality Diversity & Inclusion and the Special Group for Independent Practice (SGIP).

    Dr Cole hosts a podcast called “Breaking Through Therapy”. This is the only show where you come on as a guest with your therapist, at least one year later, to discuss your journey, the therapeutic relationship and post-traumatic growth.

    As a third-generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, Dr Cole warmly welcome clients from all walks of life. She has a passion for men’s mental health, and for supporting children and adults living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.

    Dr. Cole is co-editor of Psychological Therapy for Paediatric Acquired Brain Injury: Innovations for Children, Young People & Families (Jim, J. & Cole, E. 2019. London: Routledge). She is honoured to be the first Black Clinical Psychologist to receive the Early Career Award 2020 from The British Psychological Society for her role initiating and editing the book.

    Website | www.lifespanpsychology.co.uk/

    Facebook | Lifespan Psychology - Breaking Through Therapy Podcast

    Instagram | lifespan_psychology

    LinkedIn | Dr Esther Cole, Multi-Award Winning Consultant Psychologist

    Podcast | www.breakingthroughtherapy.com
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    31 mins
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