Workshops
Psychology
4 Life
Local talks, universal appeal
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Workshops by award-winning psychologists, authors and philanthropists based here in the Southwest
What is 'Psychology 4 Life'?​
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Psychology has exploded as one of the most popular subjects in colleges and Universities, alongside many trending books bringing theories into our lives.
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We are bringing similar themes to the community, as live workshops for those of you who are...
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curious
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enjoy learning
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want to add strategies to life, that are science based
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like to learn with others
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How does it work?
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Purchase a ticket below (£15), limited spaces.
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Come to our 2 x hour workshop at Clayhidon Parish Hall.
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Have fun & refreshments.
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Enjoy learning & insights with others.
What should I expect?​
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We are Psychologists who deliver workshops internationally to charities, communities and organisations.
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You don't need to know anything about Psychology, we just need you to be interested.
What you get...
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engaging presentations on key theories.
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activities for you and others to think about, in the room.
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key learning takeaways.
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social connections, with like minded people in the community.
It should feel fun, but also inspiring.
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Here's the response of 150 GPs we workshopped recently:
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How it relates to your life​
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We are very experienced in many specialist areas, and will craft our workshops around what the community want.
The first 2 themes
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Psychology that aids our thinking about relationships
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The power of building appreciation into your daily life (for personal, community and work lives).
In the future, we hope to empower you with knowledge in other areas:
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Approaches to living with chronic health problems / supporting others.
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Theories that help with career and work success.
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The Psychology of behaviour change - losing weight / getting fit.
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Mindfulness and its alternatives.
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Recovery from abusive relationships (romantic, workplace, school etc).
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and many more...
Knowledge is
power (& fun)
Meet Your Local Psychologists​
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Dr Cordet Smart​
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Cordet is an expert Organisational and Research Chartered Psychologist, who has worked for over 20 years across several Universities, including Plymouth, Exeter, and the Open University amongst them.
She is a published author and national health research lead along with being a Consultant within UXC Psychology Group (this website), Research Director of the Exeter University Clinical Psychology Programme and Research Lead at Project5.
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She is a confessed horse addict.
Dr Craig Newman
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Craig is an award-winning Chartered Clinical Psychologist. Previously an NHS Clinical Neuropsychologist in Plymouth (22 years in the NHS), now a coach and serial innovator. Craig has a second doctorate in behaviour change and is a trained leadership coach. He has worked with 1,000s of individuals and 100s of teams.
He published a book on leadership in 2021 and is soon releasing a second book on recovery from abusive relationships.
Craig is the CEO of UXC Psychology Group and the CEO of project5 (NHS staff support charity).
Craig is also known for filling the valley with the sound of his drum kit, daily!
Sign up Now
November - Creating happiness, with appreciation...
Date: November 16th, 7.30pm.
Venue: Clayhidon Parish Hall, EX15 3PL
Facilitator: Dr Craig Newman
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Theme: The power of feeling and expressing value. Introducing ideas and exercises that can transform daily life as individuals and, more importantly, with others (partners, children, communities and work colleagues).
Book your ticket(s) now.
Limited spaces, so don't delay!
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No refunds available.
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Previous Workshops
Date: 19th October, 7.30-9.30pm
Venue: Clayhidon Parish Hall, EX15 3PL
Facilitator: Dr Cordet Smart
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Theme: Understanding relationships - an experiential workshop introducing current theories around how we relate to others and how we can use this knowledge in our lives.