Dr. Linda Papadopoulos is one of the foremost psychologists in the United Kingdom, with a career spanning academia, media, policy work, and clinical practice. Her expertise has been recognized by prestigious institutions, including her recent acknowledgment as one of the top therapists in London by the Evening Standard and her receipt of the Madame Figaro Woman of the Year award in academia.

In this masterclass, we discuss the psychological impact of the pandemic, particularly on mental health. Dr. Papadopoulos offers practical advice for maintaining mental well-being, including tips on how to establish healthy habits, manage stress and anxiety, and the importance of seeking professional help when needed.

We also touch on broader topics like identity and the pressure to excel in various roles, especially for women in business.

We are honoured to have Dr. Papadopoulos join us for this masterclass.

In this Episode

[04:34] What books, shows, or music has Dr. Papadopoulos immersed herself in that sparked inspiration?

[5:29] Dr. Papadopoulous discusses psychological issues that arise as a result of the pandemic and what signs to be on the lookout for. 

[09:21] “There’s something important about tolerating uncertainty.” – Dr. Linda Papadopoulos

[10:54] Specific actions you can take to address anxiety and stress.

[12:33] Dr. Papadopoulos explores the intertwining of identity with career and offers insights into managing self-worth when faced with job loss or instability.

[15:38] Discussing the pressure on women to excel professionally while maintaining wellness, Dr. Papadopoulos emphasises the importance of setting realistic expectations and cultivating gratitude.

[16:17] Discussing the pressure on women to excel professionally while maintaining wellness, Dr. Papadopoulos stresses the importance of setting realistic expectations and cultivating gratitude.

[22:08] The more we create an environment where others feel free to express themselves authentically, the stronger the bond in any relationship.

About Dr Linda Papadopoulos 

Dr. Linda Papadopoulos is one of the most well-known and respected psychologists working in the UK today. Her 17-year career as a research scientist and practising psychologist has led to her work being published in some of the most well-regarded academic journals and giving rise to a high-profile media career. Her observations regarding the psychology behind news and current events are syndicated by the press and discussed by television and radio networks both in Britain and in the USA.

She has a prolific academic publication record and has published widely in peer-reviewed academic journals in the fields of Psychodermatology, Body Image, Counselling, and Medical Psychology. Her books and research articles in the field of Psychodermatology exploring the link between the skin and the psyche are considered seminal in the field.

As well as her clinical and academic work Dr. Linda is often enlisted to consult with large corporations who want to utilise her research and academic background to effectively conduct studies and analyse quantitative and qualitative data. Her analysis provides major brands such as Dior, Speedo, and Renault with valuable insight into topics such as consumer behaviour. 

Over the past decade, Dr. Linda has become one of the most well-recognized faces on British TV. She is a regular commentator on psychological issues in broadcast, radio, and print media. She was part of the original Channel 4 team on the reality TV phenomenon “Big Brother” and went on to host the Channel 5 shows “Doctor Doctor” and “Double Cross”. She has fronted factual segments on ITV’s This Morning, and BBC’s The One Show and has also provided professional psychological commentary for numerous British television and radio programs such as Channel 5’s The Wright Stuff, BBC Breakfast, and ITV’s LK Today. Her expert opinions are also regularly featured on news programs including CNN, Sky News, ITN news, and BBC24. Dr. Linda has also appeared on American TV shows such as “The Early Show” on CBS, CNN, and VH-1’s “Celebrity Fit Club”.

With a prolific and distinguished career that she loves and which keeps her very busy, Dr. Linda values her free time with her husband and their young daughter. 

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