Episode 16: Interview with the Division of Psychological Research Education and Training (DPRET) Deputy Chair

Interview with psychologist and researcher Professor Linda Gilmore, author of Understanding Rare Neurodevelopmental Conditions; Genetics, Development and Professional Practice. This book offers a clear and compelling guide to rare and ultra rare neurodevelopmental conditions, bringing together the science of genetics, the range of developmental outcomes, and the varied experiences of families. Linda brings a wealth of clinical and research experience to the conversation, exploring the world of rare neurodevelopmental conditions, the challenges faced by individuals and families, and what psychologists and other professionals need to understand when working with these presentations. Purchase the book: https://link.springer.com/book/9783032314932 Subject for Change is the official podcast of the APS College of Educational & Developmental Psychologists. Contact us on: [email protected]

Dr Michelle Andrews Luke is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist, child therapist and academic at the University of Melbourne, with more than 20 years’ experience working with children, families and schools. Her work emphasises the importance of strong relationships, active listening and helping children feel seen, heard and valued. Michelle’s new book, A Guide to Relationship-Oriented Child Therapy: The Art of Listening for Connection, explores a practical, relationship-focused approach to child therapy, offering 50 suggestions, case examples and strategies for building meaningful therapeutic connections with children and their families. Purchase the book: https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-guide-to-relationship-oriented-child-therapy-michelle-andrews-luke/ebook/9783031996580.html?srsltid=AfmBOooybIeM_N99uzSJZGcLvp2k9BC8oEjJAvFDAU6VZeMEdNTwmEgT Subject for Change is the official podcast of the APS College of Educational & Developmental Psychologists. Contact us on: [email protected]

Interview with Professor Erica Frydenberg. Australian Educational & Developmental psychologist and internationally recognised expert in coping, resilience, and wellbeing. An Honorary Professorial Fellow at the University of Melbourne, she has dedicated her career to helping children, young people, families, and educators develop the skills to thrive through life's challenges. She is the author of numerous influential books, including Coping in Good Times and Bad and the memoir Do Not Forget Me Street. Purchase her books:

Interview with Alysha Witham, Grace Lee and Monali Kharade, who are all currently studying psychology at different stages of the pathway to registration in Australia. The episode focuses on these student's experiences of the sequence of study, and wider discussions on what it means to them to become a psychologist. Subject for Change is the official podcast of the Australian Psychological Society’s (APS) College of Educational & Developmental Psychologists. Contact us on: [email protected]

Interview Tania Kalkidis. Tania is a Clinical Psychologist with more than 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. She is the Clinic Director of Freedom of Spirit and is known for her work in psychodynamic psychotherapy and relational therapy. She has also been involved in training and supervising psychologists in psychotherapy practice for many years.