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Safe Space

31 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratings

Safe Space is a podcast that aims at ending the stigma surrounding mental health one story at a time, one conversation at a time.

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Episodes

A Toxic Person Closer to Home, Siblings’ Experience

October 27, 2023 14:29 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

Three Siblings; Paulyne, Sylvanus and Sophia discuss their shared experience with a toxic person within their lives, how they noticed that this person was toxic to how they managed to detach and move on. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://the-artisticpsychologist.com

When a Loved One is in a Toxic Relationship | PT 2

October 11, 2023 10:18 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

In this episode, Sophia and Nawekulo sit down to chat about the initial signs they saw in their loved one's toxic relationship and long term effects of staying in toxic or abusive relationships. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://the-artisticpsychologist.com

When a Loved one is in a Toxic Relationship | PART 1

October 11, 2023 07:38 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

In this episode, we asked Gloria, Sylvanus and Imani to share their stories on Toxic & Abusive relationships, how to identify when you're loved on is in a toxic or abusive relationship and how these experiences left them feeling. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://the-artisticpsychologist.com

What is Stalking? Different forms of Stalking and it's Effects

September 13, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

In this episode I define what stalking is and break down different scenarios within which stalking happens and the effects it has with Lucy and Nicoleta. Remember to be mindful when sharing this content. We also want to remind you that it is ok to pause or stop when taking in any of the content we will release if it is too heavy for you. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist

Debunking Toxic & Abusive Relationships

August 30, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

In this episode, I have a chat with Nicoleta and Lucy, we define and differentiate toxicity and abuse and share insights on how to identify the two in your relationships and where to seek help if you need it. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist

We're Back! Let's Catch Up, Introducing A New Season , Recapping 2022

August 17, 2023 21:00 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MB

Toxic vs abusive relationships is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their experiences with these relationships and debunking what they are with professionals. We hope this series will help educate you and that it will also help you find the courage to share your experiences and make room to listen to other people’s experiences. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebo...

My COVID Story: Jacinta's story

June 24, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 94.9 MB

My COVID story is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their personal experiences during the pandemic. We hope that this series will help you find the courage to share your experiences and make room to listen to other people’s experiences. in doing so, we hope that you will develop more empathy and compassion for yourself and others and that you will find healing and peace. In the sixth episode of this series, I have a chat with a physio...

My COVID Story: Pauline's Story

June 17, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MB

My COVID story is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their personal experiences during the pandemic. We hope that this series will help you find the courage to share your experiences and make room to listen to other people’s experiences. in doing so, we hope that you will develop more empathy and compassion for yourself and others and that you will find healing and peace. In the fifth episode of this series, I have a chat with a financ...

My COVID Story: Martins' story

June 03, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MB

My COVID story is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their personal experiences during the pandemic. We hope that this series will help you find the courage to share your experiences and make room to listen to other people’s experiences. in doing so, we hope that you will develop more empathy and compassion for yourself and others and that you will find healing and peace. In the fourth episode of this series, I have a chat with Martins...

My COVID Story: Electina's Story

May 20, 2022 15:00 - 38 minutes - 88.7 MB

My COVID story is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their personal experiences during the pandemic. We hope that this series will help you find the courage to share your experiences and make room to listen to other people’s experiences. in doing so, we hope that you will develop more empathy and compassion for yourself and others and that you will find healing and peace. In the third episode of this series, I have a chat with my mum! ...

My COVID Story: Yvonne's story

May 06, 2022 07:30 - 35 minutes - 80.6 MB

My COVID story is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their personal experiences during the pandemic. We hope that this series will help you find the courage to share your experiences and make room to listen to other people’s experiences. in doing so, we hope that you will develop more empathy and compassion for yourself and others and that you will find healing and peace. In the second episode of this series, Yvonne shares her experien...

My COVID Story: Gloria's story

April 29, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 100 MB

My COVID story is a series we are running where we will be sharing stories from different individuals about their personal experiences during the pandemic. We hope that this series will help you find the courage to share your experiences, as well as make room to listen to other people’s experiences. in doing so, we hope that you will develop more empathy and compassion for yourself and others and that you will find healing and peace.  In the first episode of this series, Gloria and I discus...

Grief: Ethel's story

November 18, 2021 10:16 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

The final story in the series on grief is by Ethel. Ethel shares her journey through grief after losing her grandfather. She also touches on her grief after losing one of her friends and one of her uncles. Below are contacts of therapists and institutions one can seek help with their mental wellbeing: Connect with Gloria https://www.instagram.com/face.yourfront/ https://www.instagram.com/gloria_ithima/ Connect with Leila https://www.instagram.com/leancounselingcentre/ +254721347969 Amani ...

Grief: Honourable Timothy Wanyonyi Wetangula's story

November 11, 2021 08:30 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

The seventh story in the series on grief is by my dad- Honourable Timothy Wanyonyi Wetangula. He shares his journey through grief after losing his brother in May 2020. Below are contacts of therapists and institutions one can seek help with their mental wellbeing: Connect with Gloria https://www.instagram.com/face.yourfront/ https://www.instagram.com/gloria_ithima/ Connect with Leila https://www.instagram.com/leancounselingcentre/ +254721347969 Amani Counselling Centre https://www.amanice...

Grief: Michelle's story

October 28, 2021 07:30 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

The fifth story in the series on grief is by Michelle. Michelle shares her journey through grief after losing two of her loved ones. Below are contacts of therapists and institutions one can seek help with their mental wellbeing: Connect with Gloria https://www.instagram.com/face.yourfront/ https://www.instagram.com/gloria_ithima/ Connect with Leila https://www.instagram.com/leancounselingcentre/ +254721347969 Amani Counselling Centre https://www.amanicentre.org Connect with The Artistic...

Grief: Brian's story

October 21, 2021 07:30 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss suicide, this may be distressing to some. Remember to take care of yourself and your mental health. The fourth story in the series on grief is by Brian. Brian's cousin, who he describes as his best-friend, committed suicide not too long ago. Brian shares his journey dealing with this incident and grieving his late cousin, Below are contacts of therapists and institutions one can seek help with their mental wellbeing: Connect with Gloria https://...

Grief: Juelz's Story

October 14, 2021 07:30 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss death. In some parts of the narration, details of illness are quite explicit, this may be distressing to some. Remember to take care of yourself and your mental health. The third story in the series on grief is by Juelz. Juelz's friend passed away after prolonged illness and, in this episode, she shares her experience walking with her friend through his illness and her journey grieving him. Below are contacts of therapists and institutions one c...

Grief: Waksy and Naweks' story

October 04, 2021 07:30 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss death. In some parts of the narration, the details of the death are quite explicit, this may be distressing to some. Remember to take care of yourself and your mental health. The second story in our grief series is by Nawekulo and Waksy; sisters who lost their father last year September. In this episode, Nawekulo and Waksy share their experience watching their father pass away and how their journey with grief has been so far. Below are contacts ...

Grief: Collins' story

September 30, 2021 07:30 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Trigger warning: In this episode we talk about suicide which can be a distressing topic for some. The first story in our series on grief is by Collins. Collins shares his journey grieving his late brother who committed suicide. Below are contacts of therapists and institutions one can seek help with their mental wellbeing: Connect with Gloria https://www.instagram.com/face.yourfront/ https://www.instagram.com/gloria_ithima/ Connect with Leila https://www.instagram.com/leancounselingcentre...

Grief Episode 1

September 10, 2021 09:51 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

To kick off the series on grief and grieving we have Leila Mkameli and Gloria Ithima, both counselling psychologists who do a lot of work on grief. In this episode we discuss grief, the stages of grief, how to deal with grief and what grief looks and feels like during a pandemic. Connect with Gloria https://www.instagram.com/face.yourfront/ https://www.instagram.com/gloria_ithima/ Connect with Leila https://www.instagram.com/leancounselingcentre/ +254721347969 Amani Counselling Centre htt...

Cyberbullying with Njambi

May 29, 2021 07:30 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Our guest this month is Njambi Koikai. In this episode she shares her experience with cyberbullying, something she went through while she shared her journey with endometriosis online. I hope this story will inspire more kindness and empathy both online and offline. Connect with Njambi: https://www.instagram.com/jahmbykoikai/ https://web.facebook.com/JahmbyKoikai Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://www.instagram.com/theartisticp...

Being bullied by my classmates

April 17, 2021 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

In this episode, our guest shares their experience of being perpetually bullied in school by their classmates. We talk about how bullying affected several aspects of their being such as their self-esteem, their self-confidence, their trust and so much more. We also discuss the ways in which they managed to cope, the lessons they learned and how they have been healing from these incidences. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://www.i...

Toxic work spaces with Ariri

March 11, 2021 07:30 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

In this episode, Ariri shares her experience working in a toxic work environment. She gets into the ways this affected her mental and physical wellbeing and she also shares how she managed to cope. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/

Breakups with Koko

February 11, 2021 07:30 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

In this episode, Koko and I discuss breakups. Koko shares her breakup experience and how it affected her mental health. We also discuss ways we can take care of our mental health as we heal from a heartbreak. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/

Sexually assaulted multiple times in high-school

January 30, 2021 07:57 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Trigger warning: This episode explicitly references sexual violence which may be triggering to some. In this episode, our guest narrates their experience with being sexually assaulted multiple times when in high school and how these incidences have affected his wellbeing. It is hard to imagine that such incidences can happen in school, a place we assume is a safe space for our children or for ourselves and yet, this is our reality. Having conversations like these help us bring such abusive ...

How school affected my mental health with Nyokabi

January 14, 2021 07:30 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

In this episode, we discuss school and the effects it can have on our mental health. Our guest, Nyokabi, shares her story on how school took a toll on her mental health and how she was able to overcome it and eventually get to a healthier mental space. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist

Get personal with The Artistic Psychologist

January 09, 2021 08:00 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MB

It's just me here on this episode and I share some thoughts on a bunch of things including; personal struggles I had when I was starting the podcast as well as how I managed to get through them. We also share a short story from one of our listeners. Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://web.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist

Sexually assaulted by his teammates

December 10, 2020 07:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Trigger warning: This episode references sexual violence (sexual assault) which may be triggering to some. In this episode, our guest shares their experience with sexual assault and how this has affected different aspects of their life. We don't often see men openly speaking about being sexually assaulted and that can give one the impression that it does not happen. However, the reality is that several men experience sexual violence. I hope this episode will encourage more male survivors to...

Body Image with Tutu

November 12, 2020 07:11 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In this episode, we are once again talking about body image. Body image is mostly believed to be a female issue however, men too have body insecurities and struggle with their body image. And so, in this episode, we get a male perspective from our guest Tutu who shares his journey with his body image and how different people and different experiences in his life have contributed to shaping it over the years. connect with Tutu: https://www.instagram.com/tutu_maina_22/ Connect with The Arti...

Body Image with Waksy

October 08, 2020 07:30 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

In this episode, we talk about body image. Something that many of us struggle with knowingly and sometimes unknowingly. Waksy shares her journey with her body image and how different people and different experiences in her life have contributed to shaping her body image over the years. connect with Waksy: https://www.instagram.com/waksy_/ Connect with The Artistic Psychologist: https://www.instagram.com/theartisticpsychologist/ https://www.facebook.com/theartisticpsychologist

Safe Space

September 05, 2020 07:02 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

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