Empathic Exchange
Welcome to Empathic Exchange, a podcast hosted by a qualified therapist and made to give listeners easy-to-understand insights on important mental health challenges.
Each episode centres around an honest and thought-provoking conversation with guests sharing their stories and experiences — From mental health professionals & advocates to people with lived experiences.
Our goal is to help break the stigma & foster empathy by creating a platform for authentic discussions about mental health challenges, triumphs, and everything in between.
Join us as we explore the human side of mental well-being, helping you to better understand the complexities of mental health in today's world.
Our podcast is hosted by Dan O'Mahony a qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist & lecturer at PCI College - Ireland's leading provider of education in the fields of counselling, psychotherapy, & mental health.
To find out more visit: www.pcicollege.ie
Empathic Exchange
Ep. 12 | Inside the Fog: A Conversation About Depression
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In this episode, we sit down with Lisa, who openly shares their journey through periods of depression and how it has shaped their outlook on life. From the early signs they didn’t recognise at first, to the challenges of seeking help, and the small but powerful steps that supported their healing, this conversation offers an honest and compassionate look at what it means to live with depression. Whether you’ve experienced it yourself or want to understand a loved one’s struggle better, this episode sheds light on resilience, vulnerability, and the importance of breaking the stigma around mental health.