Unscripted | Mental Health Podcast
Unscripted | Mental Health Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Unscripted, a podcast where expert clinicians have open, informative and thought-provoking conversations about mental health, wellbeing, and psychological conditions.Each episode features specialists from Schoen Clinic, including psychiatrists, psychotherapists, psychologists, and therapists, who explore key topics in mental health—from ADHD and anxiety to trauma, depression, addiction, and beyond. Understand mental health conditions with insights from leading experts Discover practical coping strategies for yourself or someone you support Break down myths and stigma around mental health and treatment options Hear real-world advice on therapy, medication, and holistic well-beingWhether you're looking for expert guidance, personal insights, or just an honest discussion about mental health, Schoen Clinic Unscripted is here to inform, support, and inspire.
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The podcast focuses on a variety of mental health topics including ADHD, anxiety, trauma, depression, and addiction. For example, the inaugural episode delves into ADHD by discussing symptoms, assessment processes, treatment options, and practical coping strategies. Other episodes explore myths surrounding mental health and present real-world advice on therapy and holistic well-being.
Welcome to Unscripted, a podcast where expert clinicians have open, informative and thought-provoking conversations about mental health, wellbeing, and psychological conditions.
Each episode features specialists from Schoen Clinic, including psychiatrists, psychotherapists, psychologists, and therapists, who explore key topics in mental health—from ADHD and anxiety to trauma, depression, addiction, and beyond.
- Understand mental health conditions with insights from leading experts
- Discover practical coping strategies for yourself or someone you support
- Break down myths and stigma around mental health and treatment options
- Hear real-world advice on therapy, medication, and holistic well-being
Whether you’re looking for expert guidance, personal insights, or just an honest discussion about mental health, Schoen Clinic Unscripted is here to inform, support, and inspire.
Depression is often misunderstood as “just feeling sad” — but clinically, it can affect energy, motivation, sleep, concentration, pleasure, and your sense of self.
In this episode of Schoen Clinic Unscripted, host Greg Anderson is joined by Dr Isabelle (Izzy) Mercer, Clinical Psychologist at Schoen Clinic Chelsea, to explore what depression really feels like, what’s happening in the brain, and why recovery is rarely a straight line.
We cover:
What depression can feel like (beyond sadness): emptiness, heaviness, loss of joy
How depression differs from low mood (duration, intensity, and impact) Links between depression, trauma and PTSD (and why symptoms can overlap)
Why progress can come in ups and downs — not a perfect upward line
What the brain is doing in depression (reward system, dopamine, motivation)
Why sleep matters (and how sleep problems can maintain low mood)
Practical approaches used in therapy: breaking tasks into manageable steps, behavioural activation, reducing shame/self-criticism How support networks help (and why small check-ins can matter)
A hopeful message for anyone struggling right now If you’re feeling low, you’re not alone — and support is available. 🧡
Learn more about our specialists and services:
Schoen Clinic Chelsea (UK): https://www.schoen-clinic.co.uk/chelsea
Dr Isabelle Mercer: https://www.schoen-clinic.co.uk/specialists/dr-isabelle-mercer
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Important note: This podcast is for information only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you need urgent help, contact emergency services or local crisis support in your country.
🏥 About Schoen Clinic Chelsea This episode was recorded at Schoen Clinic Chelsea, a leading private mental health clinic in London. Our expert team of consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists and therapists provide world-class care for conditions such as ADHD, trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, burnout and more.
We offer fast, confidential self-booking appointments and a full range of outpatient therapies to support recovery.
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