psych diaries

psych diaries

aspiring psychologist, maja, takes you through her journey to becoming a psychologist. she talks about all things psychology, career, personal growth and everything else they don’t teach you in your psychology undergrad.

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June 3, 2025 30 mins

want to know how to get real clinical experience in psychology? in this episode, i share my journey from support worker to speech and language therapy assistant, breaking down the roles that truly make a difference when applying for clinical psychology training. you'll learn about key clinical settings, where to apply and what the hiring panel actually looks for.

plus, in this episode’s what’s new in psychology segment, we explore t...

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in this episode, i unpack what it really takes to write a first-class psychology essay. you'll learn how to build a strong line of argument, craft clear paragraphs, critically engage with research, and avoid common pitfalls. i also share time-saving tips - like how to pull gold from study discussion sections, leverage ai to spark ideas, and speed up citations. if you're a psychology student looking to boost your essay marks, this e...

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on the podcast this week, i'm getting really personal about facing difficult rejection myself, especially while applying for assistant psychologist roles. let's dive into why it hits so hard – from scrolling through others' highlight reels and missing academic validation, to how it batters our self-worth and sparks feelings of hopelessness. i'll share how i started shifting my perspective, giving myself credit for effort, and recog...

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thinking about your path to becoming a clinical psychologist in the uk? in this week's episode, i'm giving you a step-by-step guide to becoming a clinical psychologist in the uk. we touch on the qualifications you'll need, the crucial experience to gain, and how long this path typically takes.if you're looking to understand the path more clearly, this episode is packed with the key information and practical advice you ...

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April 14, 2025 18 mins

are you wondering whether clinical psychology is the right career path for you? in this episode, aspiring psychologist maja explores her motivations for pursuing psychology, stemming from her childhood experiences and a deep curiosity about the human mind and behaviour. she also addresses common doubts and challenges, such as imposter syndrome and the varied nature of the field, while outlining the podcast's future topics, includin...

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