Summary
Harriet Frew shares her personal journey to becoming an eating disorder therapist, emphasizing her unconventional path and the importance of following one's dreams. Growing up on a farm, Frew initially aspired to teach horse riding but faced challenges that led her to pursue a degree in biology. After a transformative experience traveling in Australia, where she recognized her desire to help others with eating disorders, she returned to the UK to study nutrition, despite feeling lost and unsure of her direction.
Frew's career began to take shape as she volunteered with the National Association for Eating Disorders and later secured a role coordinating a helpline for a charity. This experience, combined with her counselling training, helped her realize her passion for psychology and supporting those with eating disorders. After years of working in various roles, including a position at Addenbrookes Hospital, she transitioned to online therapy during the pandemic, allowing her to reach clients globally.
Frew reflects on the importance of connection in therapy and her commitment to her counselling roots, despite the influence of clinical psychology. Her podcast, which has gained significant popularity, serves as a platform to share her insights and experiences, inspiring others to pursue their passions even without a clear plan.
Show Notes
In this episode I talk about my journey to becoming a therapist. Time slots: 1. It wasn't in the life plan 0.51 2. Off to university 1.54 3. Western Australia 2.31 4. Masters in Nutrition 5.32 5. Back home on the farm 6.22 6. Volunteering 7.59 7. Prisoners' Families Helpline 9.10 8. Counselling training 10.44 9. NHS Eating Disorder Service 12.40 10. Private work 15.16 11. Follow your dreams 16.44 I hope that you find it helpful.
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