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Contact their free, confidential, emotional support service for the legal sector: 0800 279 6888 / support@lawcare.org.uk
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Dr Catherine Sykes
Dr. Sykes has expertise in a diverse range of psychological approaches, including Leadership Psychology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Somatic Psychology. More recently, she draws upon interpersonal neurobiology to inform her practice. She has actively contributed to research, peer reviews, and media interviews, further solidifying her reputation as a thought leader in the field.
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Mental Health in the Legal Profession: Part 3 – A Safety-First Approach to Employer Duty of Care and Employee Wellbeing
In the third part of our ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ series in collaboration with Jamie Kelly of YTherapy, this article moves away from providing a to do list of what to provide to support employee mental health and instead focuses your attention on a three-pronged framework of safety and security in the workplace that will aid you in delivering your duty of care as an employer but also create a supportive environment for employee well being.
November marks Men’s Health Awareness Month
Statistics show that men, on average, will die four years earlier than women – and many are dying for many preventable reasons. In this article from Liam Hill of Oakwood Solicitors he looks at how we can encourage men to speak up and seek support– from mental health support to how to spot the signs of some physical health conditions that primarily affect men.
Mental Health in the Legal Profession: Part 2 – How to Deal with Stress as a Lawyer and Stop Burnout Before it Starts
This insightful article from Jamie Kelly of Y Therapy is the second in our FAQ series ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ and discusses how to deal with stress as a lawyer. It highlights the early signs of burnout, comments upon prevention techniques and looks at how as a manager you can support your team through stress and burnout.
Spotlight on Oakwood Solicitors for WMHD
In this spotlight piece as part of our World Mental Health Day series about Oakwood Solicitors we spoke with Jason Spence and Stuart Jones regarding the support and resources the firm provides for staff well-being.
Mental Health in the Legal Profession: Part 1 – Mental Health Challenges and Barriers to Seeking Support
In the first of our collaborative FAQ series with Jamie Kelly of Y Therapy entitled ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ we bring you Part 1 which answers three questions sourced from the legal profession about mental health barriers and challenges.
“It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace”
This World Mental Health Day (10 October), LawCare, the charity that promotes and supports better mental health in the legal sector, is sharing practical tips to help you create a mentally healthy workplace. They’re also offering a free webinar to give legal professionals the tools they need to manage work challenges and prioritise mental health at work.
Mental Health in the Legal Profession: Part 3 – A Safety-First Approach to Employer Duty of Care and Employee Wellbeing
In the third part of our ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ series in collaboration with Jamie Kelly of YTherapy, this article moves away from providing a to do list of what to provide to support employee mental health and instead focuses your attention on a three-pronged framework of safety and security in the workplace that will aid you in delivering your duty of care as an employer but also create a supportive environment for employee well being.
November marks Men’s Health Awareness Month
Statistics show that men, on average, will die four years earlier than women – and many are dying for many preventable reasons. In this article from Liam Hill of Oakwood Solicitors he looks at how we can encourage men to speak up and seek support– from mental health support to how to spot the signs of some physical health conditions that primarily affect men.
Mental Health in the Legal Profession: Part 2 – How to Deal with Stress as a Lawyer and Stop Burnout Before it Starts
This insightful article from Jamie Kelly of Y Therapy is the second in our FAQ series ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ and discusses how to deal with stress as a lawyer. It highlights the early signs of burnout, comments upon prevention techniques and looks at how as a manager you can support your team through stress and burnout.
Vikki Pratley’s Story – From burnt out lawyer to The StressLess Coach
In this feature from Vikki Pratley The StressLess Coach, Vikki shares her own story of her experience as a burnt out lawyer, what she did to change her life around to become a leadership consultant and self-management coach.
Spotlight on Oakwood Solicitors for WMHD
In this spotlight piece as part of our World Mental Health Day series about Oakwood Solicitors we spoke with Jason Spence and Stuart Jones regarding the support and resources the firm provides for staff well-being.
Mental Health in the Legal Profession: Part 1 – Mental Health Challenges and Barriers to Seeking Support
In the first of our collaborative FAQ series with Jamie Kelly of Y Therapy entitled ‘Mental Health in the Legal Profession’ we bring you Part 1 which answers three questions sourced from the legal profession about mental health barriers and challenges.
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Message from the Founder, Brett Shaw
At Chronicle Law, we believe a healthy mind is essential both professionally and personally.
We aim to take the effort out of learning by providing busy professionals with informative, accurate content all in one place.
Our team understands that mental health is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and we’re dedicated to promoting open conversations and providing a safe space for you to learn and grow.
Battling mental health issues is something that many of us face on a day-to-day basis, and having the best resources to get help when needed is vital. It’s something I’m heavily passionate about, having gone through struggles with my own mental health.
Community is key, and Chronicle Law is here to unlock the opportunity for anyone who is battling mental health issues to be able to get help and advice when it’s needed the most.
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Contact their free, confidential, emotional support service for the legal sector: 0800 279 6888 / support@lawcare.org.uk