Catherine Knibbs - Podcast Details

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Mastering Change | The trauma, mental health & wellbeing podcastCyber Trauma: What it is, how it impacts us and how we heal | Catherine Knibbs | #002 Mastering ChangeWhat is cybertrauma? In our second episode of Mastering Change, researcher, trauma psychotherapist and cybertrauma and online harm expert, Catherine Knibbs, explains. She shares key insights from her PhD research and her work with cybertrauma survivors, offering a deeper understanding of the often-invisible ways digital environments shape our emotional and psychological well-being. She breaks down: 💭 What constitutes cybertrauma and how it differs from other forms of trauma 💭 The widespread issue of of technology-facilitated sexual abuse 💭 How immersive digital environments blur the lines between virtual and physical trauma 💭 The false sense of...2025-02-1853 min

Built for Growth by Miesha TateCatherine Knibbs | Navigating a Predatory Online World with Children & Surviving Trauma | #18In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Catherine Knibbs, a renowned clinical trauma therapist and cyber trauma expert, to discuss the challenges of parenting in an increasingly digital age. Catherine shares invaluable insights into protecting children from online predators, fostering open communication about internet safety, and creating a resilient environment for kids to thrive in the face of digital dangers. Beyond online safety, Catherine delves into the journey of healing and surviving trauma. Her expertise shines as she unpacks the complexities of trauma recovery and how parents can support their children—and themselves—through difficult experiences. ...2024-12-261h 11

The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environmentsCatherine Knibbs (Audio) Behind the Screen: The Hidden Risks of Online Engagement for Young MindsCath is an author, clinician with children and adults, supervisor, researcher, educator, speaker and mum with a background in the Armed Forces Engineering and Optronics, IT, Gaming and Psychology alongside Functional Health and her other passion of Neuroscience. She is a polymath and pattern recognition nerd. New book out October 2024 https://www.routledge.com/Managing-Your-Gaming-and-Social-Media-Habits-From-Science-to-Solutions/Knibbs/p/book/9781032607597?srsltid=AfmBOorerHCkQT7xJXx1IatOE8aWTU2c6-Q3fxfu9QSuEfocbaBKW2pa Summary Catherine Knibbs, a psychotherapist and expert in cyber trauma, discusses her journey into psychotherapy and her expertise in online harm. S...2024-09-2548 min

The Locked up Living Podcast: Surviving and thriving in prisons and other challenging environmentsCatherine Knibbs (Video) Behind the Screen: The Hidden Risks of Online Engagement for Young MindsCath is an author, clinician with children and adults, supervisor, researcher, educator, speaker and mum with a background in the Armed Forces Engineering and Optronics, IT, Gaming and Psychology alongside Functional Health and her other passion of Neuroscience. She is a polymath and pattern recognition nerd. New book October 2024; https://www.routledge.com/Managing-Your-Gaming-and-Social-Media-Habits-From-Science-to-Solutions/Knibbs/p/book/9781032607597?srsltid=AfmBOorerHCkQT7xJXx1IatOE8aWTU2c6-Q3fxfu9QSuEfocbaBKW2pa Summary Catherine Knibbs, a psychotherapist and expert in cyber trauma, discusses her journey into psychotherapy and her expertise in online harm. She shares how her...2024-09-2548 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastToo old for Tech? Embracing Life After 50 with Passion, Purpose, and Strength #lifeafter50In today's episode I sit down with my good friend and esteemed colleague Kathleen Sinclair who has written the book F*ck aging. She is an incredibly wise colleague and she's talking all things tech, aging, kicking the second half of your life with gusto, and what you can help yourself with. Kathleen is almost 80 and is not 'growing old gracefully' as the saying goes. She's growing bold! with purpose, passion, and poise, she’s making the most of every moment. Listen, learn and take some of her advice, and get strong after 50. Enjoy life to the fullest and th...2024-08-131h 01

Getting ThereCatherine Knibbs: What’s Really Happening to our Children Online | Season 3, Episode 6In today's episode, we have an incredibly important and timely discussion lined up for you. Joining us is Catherine Knibbs, a renowned cyber specialist, who will help us navigate the complex and often troubling landscape of cyber trauma. Together, we'll delve into what’s really happening to our children online and the profound effects of exposure to disturbing content, including pornography. We'll also address the alarming rise of child grooming and paedophilia, exploring how these threats are evolving in our digital age. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone concerned about the sa...2024-07-171h 26

The Security CircleEP 078 Catherine Knibbs, Human Behaviour Technologist, 'Parenting in the Digital Age: Protecting Your Kids Online'Send us a textWhy are children not safe online?What is Cybertrauma?Any trauma that is a result of self or, other-directed interaction with, mediated through, or from any electronic internet/cyberspace ready device or machine learning or artificial intelligence algorithm, that results in impact now or future.This event/interaction can be multi-modal, multi-platform and multi-interval, delayed or immediate, legal or not, singular or plural, and may include images, sound, and or text and may or may not be vitriolic in nature.Events may include covert and overt...2024-06-191h 16

Cyber Synapse PodcastUnveiling the Digital Dangers: Protecting Children OnlineOnline safety campaigner and advisor to the Molly Rose foundation In this eye-opening video, Andy Burrows exposes the shocking reality of online risks faced by children and teens today. Drawing upon years of experience working at the NSPCC, Andy reveals startling statistics that highlight the urgent need to protect young people in the digital age. Key topics covered: 0:00 - The awareness of online risks among children 1:05 - The importance of creating a safe space for disclosure 1:31 - How targeted advertisements ruthlessly exploit children for profit 1:59 - Using metaphors to understand the insidious nature of online threats Andy emphasises that...2024-05-201h 05

Cyber Synapse PodcastTalking about CSAM: Guest interview on scrolling-to-death podcast Disclaimer: This conversation discusses child sexual abuse material. Please listen or watch with caution. This is a conversation that no one wants to have, but everyone should be having. It's about Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). Cath Knibbs joins Nicki today on Scrolling 2 Death to educate parents on what is happening with our childrens' photos online. You'll get a basic understanding of the risks and how to avoid them. I cannot stress the importance of understanding the landscape of CSAM in today's world. Cath is an Online Harms Consultant, Trainer, Speaker, Author and Psychotherapist. Learn more about her work...2024-04-2257 min

Blue Sky FosteringBlue Sky Fostering - EP29 - Connecting with Young People in the Digital World with Catherine Knibbs FRSAFor Children Mental Health Week, we spoke with Author and Ted Talk speaker Catherine Knibbs to discuss how to connect with your young person in the digital space. With the digital world constantly evolving and parents & carers often feeling alien to this new environment, Catherine shares how to engage with your young person and protect them from online harm and trauma. Click the links below to find out more information and read more of Catherine work around cyber-trauma: Catherines Website: Children and Technology Polyvagal "motorway of wellness"- updated version with b...2023-02-2059 min

RESILIENCEPOD®Cyber Trauma and Your Resilience with Catherine Knibbs on the RESILIENCE PODCyber Trauma and Your Resilience- Have you ever considered it? Join me dig deeper into this with Catherin Knibbs, a Psychotherapist, Clinical and Doctoral Researcher, Functional Coach, Clinical Supervisor specializing in child/adult trauma from either the real world (eg. MEN arena/Child abuse/accidents/emotional abuse) and Cyber -(any issue that involves technology i.e. computers/social media/smartphones/Internet). 00:00 Introductions 02:35 What is Cyber Trauma? 04:05 How do I know If I am a victim of Cyber Trauma? 05:00 Mirror neurons- What is it, why is it relevant to us? 07:00 Virtual reality/AI and the effects of Cybe...2021-09-3032 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastSecurity Awareness 101With Perry Carpenter: Chief Evangelist! Author of: Transformational Security Awareness. I know many therapists are scared of tech, many can find it overwhelming and so I decided to speak with one of the most comprehensive communicators in the field of security awareness. One who shares my passion for the overlap between human and tech, human behaviour and those darn errors of judgment and mistakes we make with tech. In this episode, we tackle why sole traders are often out of the loop of cybersecurity and why this large topic area can be easily accessible an...2021-04-051h 08

Cyber Synapse PodcastGamers Beat Cancer: Let's have more game on than game over!Welcome to season 4 of Cyber Synapse and I am back with technology-related material!! Season 4 started in 2020, however, this is the first video of season 4 as I was spending time with the audio versions on other platforms for ease and for time. This, however, was such an important conversation that we decided between us to add the video to my channel. This content today dives into the stories of people with Cancer, therefore please do look after yourself if you take the time to listen/watch. Gamers Beat Cancer is a CIC based in the UK whic...2021-02-0154 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastSynthesising and personal growth: Mental Health, Biohacking, Trauma and beyond.Today I'm joined by another Instagram buddy who is in the health and wellbeing sector. Today we talk all things Mental health, Diagnoses, Wellbeing, Trauma, Childhood Trauma and Functional Health The second half of this conversation is superb tying in so many domains and paradigms. 0:30 Intro to Sara Chaves and the Insta post that got this episode recorded 03:00 OCD what is that? 07: 45 How thoughts can become obsessive. 08:30 Inflammation pathways.. of thoughts? 11:00 Children, epigenetics and the passing on of behaviours? 15:00 Rol...2020-12-071h 03

Digital Families"Cybertrauma" "Life After An Online Attack" Catherine Knibbs Ep28My guest on the Digital Families Podcast today is Catherine Knibbs Catherine is a Clinical Doctorial Researcher, Consultant, Public Speaker, Author and Child & Adult Trauma Psychotherapist. She writes about and works with “Cybertrauma” which is any trauma that occurs through an internet ready device. Catherine is undoubtably one of the most experienced and informed therapists and academics in the field of psychology around online exposure to traumatic online events. Including shared live videos of self harm or violence to others. Catherine gives her tips for parents and authorities on steps to take when traumatic content is b...2020-11-091h 01

Cyber Synapse PodcastSeason 4 kicks off with Endocannabinoids; say what?Season 4 kicks off without the long intro: This about getting to the talk immediately! Its an episode taking an amazing dive into a subject that is going to create a double-take for some people. I'm joined today my Michelle Ching, whom I met on Instagram where she was discussing the Endocannabinoid system with another podcaster. It's one of my favourite topics to discuss in terms of the wisdom of the body and the capabilities our cells have to regulate us in trauma and threat responses and flow! Its a widely misunderstood system and one that of...2020-11-021h 12

Cyber Synapse PodcastBonus episode to season 3 finale with Olivia James2:30 - Polvagal theory and associative memory in trauma 7:00 - its excitement not nerves, does this reframe really work? 20:00 why public speaking is a big issue for some 26:00 The Q&A section of presenting. Why this can be an issue for speakers 32:00 - why the mainstream media demonise technology and create a dysregulation in the social engagement system 36:00 - gaming, fun and biases of the public (and some academics) 47:00 - Neil Strauss (and others) and the PUA community and why this is trauma not sex addiction. 54:00...2020-10-191h 18

Cyber Synapse PodcastSeason 3 finale - trauma with no BSTodays end episode is completed with a colleague of, and in the world of trauma. Oliva James and I chat about public speaking, trauma, twitter hassle, calling out the BS, the trauma Olympics and how this is a framework for something I called traumatology identity. Why do some people need their label, their victimhood and repetitive nature of story telling, We look to the palatable reframe of awful human behaviour and why we do this? How the current climate is causing children to mistrust, cybertrauma, attachment trauma and more. Why sandals and candles might be the best...2020-10-051h 38

Cyber Synapse PodcastThe Pandemic within the pandemic: Nicole Dawson-Cullinan and I discuss systemic trauma, burnout and Wellness InternationalToday I'm joined by Nicole Dawson-Cullinan. She is a classical homeopath, functional health practitioner, and creator of Wellness Place International. 01:00 - What is a homeopath? Why is there such stigma and why are we the "ahhh" practitioners? 05:00 Burnout. Why this often shows up in functional medicine. 09:30 Turning the tide to integrative models of medicine- the pandemic within the pandemic, systemic issues 14:30 Biodiversity and the loss of species, connection to nature. From egocentrism to world-centric (and beyond) 17:00 polarisation and integration. Why health needs more than crisis medicine 22:00 Wellness, di...2020-09-0747 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastFunctional Medicine as a parent, neighbour and practitioner, why conversations encompass a lot!This episode I am speaking with another functional medicine practitioner as the lockdown continues. I am joined by Corrina Van Der Erden from Germany, where she is creating one of the biggest networks of functional medicine/health practitioners in Europe! Corrina takes us through her story of noticing when she was 15 that she had an autoimmune disease, and how this has impacted her life, and yet through the process of functional medicine she has created a life of health for herself and others, including her children. Given the lockdown has impacted so many people in...2020-08-031h 03

Cyber Synapse PodcastRonen Stilman- Attached to Technology: Therapists reflections of relational processes and technologyI'm joined today by a fellow psychotherapist with a passion for understanding technology and how we relate to and with this invention of man. Ronen and I have riffed about this subject matter at conferences for some time, and even in a sauna at the TA conference in Birmingham in 2019, where we were supposed to be taking care of ourselves and relaxing, yet it turned into an animated conversation about the development of the human next to/with and through this (see the chats I've had about the detox properties of saunas in previous episodes) ...2020-07-0652 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastDarryl Edwards speaks to me about Blacklivesmatter, Empathy and SES issues.Darryl Edwards joins me today for one of the most timely and important conversations. This is not new in terms of the subject matter, however, we have to change the narrative.. its time. Timestamps: 04:02 Black Lives Matter, an introduction. 05:44 #BrokenLegsMatter 08:40 Empathy for victims, do we have to experience it to 'know' it? 13:01 This is our shared trauma experience as black people. 15:45 "Diplomatic conversations" why this becomes a norm? 20:00 Why are you out running? 26:10 Angry, Bitter, or something else? 29:30 On the fence, what can I do or say to challenge the status quo? 36:35 One eye open, one eye closed, why the "...2020-06-151h 17

Cyber Synapse PodcastThomas Olivier- Bio-individuality in healthThomas Olivier, CEO of Omnos.me joins me today after a bit of a wait to get him on the podcast. I met Thomas in 2017 when I joined him for my Nutrigenetics/Nutrigenomics training and knew that I had to get this story out to people about how they could get a handle on their health and mitigate some serious health conditions going forward based on their unique 'bio-individuality'' (N=1) Thomas has developed a stunning platform that allows for a person to take an in-depth dive into their health at the genetic level where the changes (SNP's) matter. This e...2020-06-011h 00

Cyber Synapse PodcastPain equals purpose: male mental health and the balance of masculinity: All heart, All spineFirst of all this episode was put on the back burner whilst a few episodes took centre stage during the outset of covid-19. Thank you to Matt Dipll for being patient as this was recorded some weeks ago!! Danke! So moving to the episode, firstly this is a wonderful, wonderful conversation with some fantastic reflections about culture, the advancement of life, the deep biology of each of us, and the humanness of the life narrative. Matt has a background in Chinese Medicine, Has travelled and lived all over the world practising and then heading into the world...2020-05-081h 01

Cyber Synapse PodcastSex, Relationships and Pornography use during Covid-19This is an adhoc episode discussing the impact of physical distancing, upon relationships, sexual activity and pornography use, explained through the theories of Polyvagal, interpersonal and relational aspects. Don't worry you don't have to understand these theories in depth, We make it easy to understand. As always to find out more about Cath see www.catherineknibbs.co.uk 2020-04-1339 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastHeartMath, Coherence and Self Regulation- In times of Stress (Covid-19)I'm joined Today by Gavin Andrews from HeartMath UK. This is another podcast recorded pre-lockdown and we briefly mention the impending crisis as we are chatting about regulation and the practice of gratitude, heart coherence and beyond. Whist this originates in how to use biofeedback for practices such as psychotherapy, this is also pertinent to the crisis that has shaken the world recently. Gavin is offering a 15% discount on the products available from HeartMath UK with the code CATH goto https://www.heartmath.co.uk/ to purchase in the United Kingdom 2020-04-0459 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastFunctional Health- Before, During and After Covid-19This video was originally recorded before the current health crisis. The introduction sets the scene for why getting to the root cause of an issue is the prefix to good health. Now we are in the light of Covid-19 this approach is likely to be more important than ever. Shania and I discuss why functional, holistic, naturopathic methods can really help you understand your health to the cellular level and how this can help mitigate from issues in the future. Shania can be contacted at www.radiantbalance.co.uk As always more information about Catherine can be found at www...2020-04-0257 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastNeurohacking- When performance of brain and body synchroniseToday I'm joined by Ben Cote from Neurohacker Collective. (NHC). We get straight into who NHC are and what happens at HQ. How dialling in and stacking your health comes from a place of assistance rather than the phenomena of "hacking'. This really is a natural approach and one hugely supported in science and research. Ben explains about Qualia and why this is such a great nootropic and not a smart drug meant to "make you smarter". We then go onto cover Eternus and why this is a great stack for longevity, which i am sure many o...2020-03-081h 03

Cyber Synapse PodcastBroken to beautiful, healing, health and human connectionTodays episode features Shawn Wells MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN and is a humdinging top to toe neuronal frazzle of delight. Which may sound like a fangirling overload, however sometimes there are some people who speak in such an eloquent way that all I can say is this is a must listen/watch for you! Shawn is balanced, critical, and speaks about his journey from the deepest places of what he calls his brokenness to his place of beauty which is a genuine well intentioned place of helping others heal. We talk positivity, finding your p...2020-02-041h 06

Cyber Synapse PodcastTop down-Bottom Up? Learning about who you really are, heuristics of Education, Work, Life and Flow.This episode is a fantastic start to 2020 for anyone who still might not know who they are, thinks they have to have all the qualifications and skills by the age of 21 and who may need a reassuring reflection as we head into the new year new you rhetoric. Im joined by Sagar Doshi today and this is a super jam packed top to bottom episode of zippy one line motivational assurances that you are doing just fine as you are, for example Sagar quotes "where you study or work is not the sum of your life" (I l...2020-01-0251 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastSelf- improvements and health, how deep learning about you can improve who you areToday i'm joined by Tony Wrighton; he is the presenter of the podcast Zestology (link below), Sky sports presenter, author and fairly new Father to a 9 month old. This is an episode that transitions over a number of subjects and is one about being human, having flaws, attempting to rid ourselves of these parts we don't like. A fascinating set of topics for those of you interested in human beingness, self development, and personal growth. We talk about Tony's journey into health and wellbeing, which takes us into Emotional Freedom technique (EFT) also known as t...2019-12-2348 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastLight - a therapy all of/in it's ownTodays episode is part one of a conversation I'll be coming back to at a later date with my friend Mads Juhl Christensen, whom I met whilst volunteering at the biohackers Summit that took place in September this year in London and was the most awesome beginning of a new health movement thats going to be the way we all (hopefully) turn towards taking a step to a longer, happier and healthier life! SO I asked Mads to come on the podcast as he is a font on knowledge and similarly like my other guests he also...2019-12-161h 11

Cyber Synapse PodcastDistracted Driving- When smartphones may result in not so smart decisions behind the wheelTodays episode is aimed at the Christmas season which begins now and beyond. Todays message is based on a podcast episode with Neil from over two years ago; the message still needs to be shared and to create a discussion. What is interesting about this message is it you the listener that we are asking to share and to begin the conversation. Questions such as: Do you really drive safely at all times and do you take phone calls whilst you drive? Listen to Neil and discuss why this is actually an issue and how we are not capable of...2019-12-0242 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastWhy email security? Why?Today im joined by Donald Allen a cybersecurity writer, cybersecurity evangelist. This means Donald likes to explain how cybercriminals can exploit, hurt and hack. Donald helps you understand how to create passwords that you can remember, why you need to keep your webcam covered when not in use and why you need to protect your emails as a priority. How criminals socially engineer their emails to phish you and why these are getting much more sophisticated. Why public wifi is an issue and what you need to know about these hotspots! Why if you won...2019-11-1246 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastChild Sexual Abuse Material Online: Part 2, The impact, the issue, the resolution?This (and last episode) are the most important interviews I have conducted on Cybersynapse to date. This is one of the two most important issues I feel passionate about and I needed to interview two of the most prominent figures in this area. There is a discussion about the process of the crime and the victims so please do take appropriate care to look after yourself if this topic is one that you may find difficult or may evoke feelings of shame, disgust, sadness or anger. This interview comes with a caveat again for taking c...2019-11-0150 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastChild Sexual Abuse Material Online (Part 1) *edit- Includes the recent news update about Age ID PlanThe title alone may be enough to evoke a feeling of discomfort in you. Some of you may be here because you are curious and some for reasons other than that. This in an information based interview and therefore contains conversations that relate to the title. If you haven't listened to the introduction to Season 3 -Please do so as I explain the format of the first two episodes of this season and the caveat around being cybertraumatisied. I begin this episode with John Carr,: A Child Online Safety Consultant. We discuss the p...2019-10-1741 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastSeason 3 Intro- Whats in store?Oh boy . this is going to be the best season so far. The first two episodes I have wanted to bring to you for a long time, however the atmosphere never felt quite right because this is the most uncomfortable of topics. There is a caveat here for you be aware of as the material i episode 1 and 2 relates to children and sexual abuse material online. It woulds seem I am being asked to speak more on this subject matter and so I felt the time was right to have these conversations. SYNTHESIS o...2019-10-1604 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastWhy VR is the biz, Why is it people are avoidant/fearful or freaked out by it?This episode was absolutely awesome and one I have been waiting to do for some time. The reason being as a gamer this platform takes gaming to the next level and has been my favourite thing to happen (so far) in gaming tech, this passion is also shared by James and Nathan from Chaos Theory VR Arcade (I had to edit this part in the recording as I kept saying therapy not theory- guess theres a clue about what we talk about!) James and Nathan are those kind of people that are uber cool dudes and this...2019-09-2455 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastVirtual Sandtray; How digital tech enables us to work in depth and remotelyToday's episode is all about Dr Jessica Stones phenomenal thinking about what clients and people might need in terms of a tool or intervention to help them manage an issue through a format that has never existed- until now.. a digital virtual version of depth psychology and psychotherapy. Not only is this way ahead of the game in terms of platform and practical functionality for people who may be housebound, hospitalised and even incarcerated this is the technology that is making a difference to those with somatic (body) and sensory issues. ...2019-08-231h 02

Cyber Synapse PodcastGet your #Geek on and find your tribe!This weeks episode features Dr Megan Connell, the co-founder of https://www.g33kslikeus.com/ whereby the motto here is: "Be unapologetically enthusiastic" (I just LOVE this) Dr Connell, is a board certified licensed psychologist, which by the way is a big deal (if you don't know how these things work) She was another fab person to talk to and we covered (in a shorter than normal episode) getting your geek on and finding your tribe; using this to find a career, the therapeutic connections that can be made with people when you...2019-08-0829 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastWhy young people may not report online activities as illegal, because perhaps they don't know it is?This weeks guest is Dr Holly Powell Jones. We have a blast discussing her research that was completed for her Doctoral thesis, which looked at how young people make sense of the online world in terms of legalities, criminal aspects, reporting and support. Holly explains how the young people she worked with on this research and those she teaches can often get mixed up in terms of knowing what is and isn't legal online, what constitutes as criminal behaviour and why some young people are less likely to report when they see or are a victim of a crime...2019-07-1559 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastThe cyber helpline for the "when" it goes awry!I'm joined today by Rory from the Cyber helpline THE goto website for the "when" moment(s) that were discussed last episode! Rory and I discuss how he set up the helpline to be a 24/7 site that you can goto when you find yourself a victim of a cyber related attack or mistake that you might have made When you reach the site, type in your cyber issue that you need help with such as being hacked, malware, phishing attacks and hey presto the ingenuity and magical elfs (aka Machine learning bots/AI) that run...2019-07-0448 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGetting Hacked; Emails and more. Why its not a question of if but more about when?Today Im joined by Jeri a cybercrime analyst at the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau, so a person who really knows whats happening to the general public in terms of Cybercrimes, so not a case of Cath telling you and perhaps you thinking yeah right Cath... this is Action Fraud reports about the scale of the issue, from the people themselves and as you'll hear not all cases are reported...This applies to singular users of cyberspace or a business. Why do you need to know about cybercrime? Why should you care? What can happen? and is it...2019-06-2541 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastPolyvagal reflections of young people, devices, schools and Mental healthThis weeks episode is epic. The content is so, so full to the brim and will also be followed by a video that I will be putting on my YouTube channel to help explain the Polyvagal theory (PVT) discussed in this episode. Using both examples that we give. (everyone likes free resources right?) You see Justin and I are #geeks about this PVT and I brought Justin on because he has his own podcast dedicated to this topic and is the only person I know that I could totally #nerd out with over it...2019-06-031h 33

Cyber Synapse PodcastOnlinevents the CPD hub for therapistsThis episode I turn the table on John and Sandra Wilson of Onlinevents. You see I have been interviewed by John many times going all the way back to 2013 (or earlier I cant quite remember as I wrote this), with Sandra (Saz) at the helm of the technical wizardry in the background helping things run smoothly for each interview they conduct. John and Sandra explain who they are and how Onlinevents runs; and yes just one E in the middle. The platform of Onlinevents has grown considerably to what is now likely to be the number one C...2019-05-2954 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGeekery in research, do we need to understand gaming research like a Professor X?Today im joined by Dr Ryan Kelly, a Clinical Psychologist and co-founder of G33KS like us, which we talk about in this episode and how the idea of using self confessed "geekery' can help us as practitioners to connect with our clients and how many of us use computer games and science in order to do this. Ryan speaks with great eloquence about the video game debate, bias in research and how this can be tweaked using certain statistical measures and then how this can be reported. Why research questions can...2019-05-221h 06

Cyber Synapse PodcastDigital Deciders.. is it Authoritarian- What about Culture?This weeks episode features Tassos, a friend and colleague of Justin Sherman whose episode aired a few weeks ago. However this episode has a counter position on the Digital Authoritarian position and takes into account culture, parenting styles and is much more food for thought. Tassos takes us through Arab Spring and why certain countries operate in the manner that they do and why we can look at the same issue in more than one way. We look at History, Culture, and what is a free internet? How does Article 13 come into play also in accordance with free speech, copyright...2019-05-0953 min

Cyber Synapse Podcast"Expertise" on the internet. Are the e-safety resources helpful, empowering or aimed at shock/fear?This weeks episode features a fabulous guest Rebecca Avery, it is a stunningly jam packed conversation encompassing many of the latest trends and e-safety buzzwords that turn many people off. No fear though as we don't actually name any of them,. What we do cover is; The Online Harms white paper (very briefly), Meme's (Article 13 and whether copyright will remove these), "that" viral trend of recent times. We reflect on the e-safety advice and how the Education sector can often get caught up in myths and scare stories, however this can often be driven by fear. We reflect on what...2019-04-271h 23

Cyber Synapse PodcastDigital Authoritarianism- parent or nanny state? Regulated to the n’th degree?When will the internet become regulated to a degree that you will no longer have free will? This weeks episode takes a look into authoritarianism and how this transitions into the digital world. Are you seeing all you can see? Will we become a state where free speech, free searches and access are no longer a thing? Will our choices be determined like a Truman show? This episode looks at choices made by China and Russia and how we could also be privy to a ‘patented’ state. Another deep conversation with Justin Sherman and one that will get you thinking....2019-04-081h 00

Cyber Synapse PodcastParents Guide to video games- an essential conversation about an essential bookThis episode I'm joined by Dr Rachel Kowert and this is the last of the trio of gaming related specials. Fear not though as this conversation is a super duper chat about Rachels book which is an easy to read guide with evidence based facts delivered in an easy to read format, taking away the academic 'wordery' that can so often discourage parents from reading large 'clunky' books. Rachel writes a compact book which can be read in one sitting, which is kind of how we like books to be that are aimed at Parents who rarely have time for...2019-04-011h 00

Cyber Synapse PodcastThe Psychology of Zelda- your life played out in a game or vice versa?This extra and special episode comes to you courtesy of the book edited by Dr Anthony Bean, which is called The Psychology of Zelda, Linking our world to the legend of Zelda series. We talk about the books chapters written by some fantastic contributors and bringing topics such as existentialism, projection, grief, feminism and more! This book is now my top ranking therapeutic book based on the contents and one that is essential reading for players of this game (past or present) and for parents and professionals. It really is a delightful read and one I hankered down on upon...2019-03-2350 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGetting Gamers- why, when, where, how and what, 10 years of expertise crammed into one episode!Today I'm joined by Dr Jamie Madigan who is the host of a podcast called The Psychology of GAMES (not gaming as I called it in the chat #fail). He and his podcast will be such a great addition to your podcast library and knowledge bank - all of the questions you have about gaming have likely been answered on his podcast/site or in his book! See below for all links Jamie speaks about his website which has 10 years worth of work behind it so again any answers you are seeking are likely to be found on there, we...2019-03-1853 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastThe real research findings behind the Iphone and emotional wellbeing/MH DebateToday im joined by Amy Orben DPhil candidate at Oxford University and is a guest I have been waiting to interview for some time and Im so happy to bring this episode to you about her research! You have likely heard me discussing this research in many previous episodes and how I lean on the 'actual' data that is out there, with the focus on what the data really means and how the media and some researchers can skew this data to 'fit their hypothesis' to scaremonger and drive a narrative that demonises the young people of today and their...2019-03-0441 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastTalking to your child about Sex and Porn in a digital ageThis week Im joined by Lael Stone. All the way from Sunny Australia. She is a Mum, education specialist around birth, sexuality and parenting and creates wellness in families through connection, communication and education. On this episode we talk about talking to your children about Sex and Pornography in a compassionate, open and empathic way, with lots of humour. We focus on age appropriate conversations, body image, childbirth, realistic versus pornograhic sexual activity and conversations that might not be suitable for around younger children unless youre ready to answer those questions! This episode really gets in touch with the topic...2019-01-2952 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastAre young people acting as mini-therapists online?Today I'm joined by Aylssa Cowell who is working in Brunei in an International school and works with young people as a school counsellor. Aylssa was also previously a Youth worker here in the U.K and we met through the topic of teaching Sex -education for young people. We talk Young people and sexuality, young people and peer pressure and Instagram stories, identity and how young people are seemingly staying on their devices to 'be there' for each other and how this can mimic the job that Aylssa and I do, ie are young people 'Counsel' for their peers? ...2019-01-1658 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastFrom the mouths of the users: Snapchat and Cyberspace from young people's perspectivesThis video sits just before the New year so you have time to tune in and listen to the perspective of two young ladies; Molly and Bella who take you through some of their experiences and views about cyberspace and how they use Snapchat. If you want to know what happens for young people this is the podcast episode for you as they articulate their use and opinions on the platform. This is a great episode in terms of you learning from these young people and finding out how they feel and felt as they grew with this technology and...2018-12-2854 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastInfluential behaviour on primary school children - 'Challenges/Dares or Peer pressure?'The first of two festive treats from season 2 and once again I'm back with Alan to discuss the latest trends that he's hearing about in the classrooms. This episode we dare to talk about a normal child behaviours but one that may well be a cautionary tale about knowing what your children are up to. We discuss trends, YouTube and dares or challenges and Alan discusses a great example of needing to know because safety and child protection issues can be influenced by the internet and how children engage with it and each other. Another episode packed to the brim...2018-12-1756 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastLoot boxes... whats the problem? or is it problem gambling? Is it even gambling?Season 2 kicks off with a bang and the topic this time is Loot Boxes. Is it gambling? Can we extapolate from adult research to children? Can we as researchers talk about legal issues where we find correlational behaviours that look like those legally defined terms? Moreover what is a loot box and how does it differ from a card pack? Are they the same and what about non monetary gains within games? Listen in for more than just this overview. As is the way with Cybersynapse this topic is only a part of the whole conversation and David and I...2018-12-0353 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastTechnological biohacking and gaming for good health.Okay so I am beginning to bring a little more of my personal interests inot the podcast based on feedback about the biohacking episode with my friend Pete. This time I bring you Paula Eggers who is a great friend, Yoga teacher and also a fellow biohacker and today she tells her story of (in her words) going from the scrapheap to health and using the internet, technology and the Superbetter game- yes this is another episode with gaming in and this time its for the many facets of health and wellbeing. Paula is a well versed and educated biohacking...2018-09-101h 04

Cyber Synapse PodcastGaming for Mental Health, its not quite what you think.This week I'm joined by Adam Lobel PhD, a games user researcher at Ubisoft. Adam describes what user experience is as games user researcher is possibly just as confusing for those not in the industry. Even I introduced him incorrectly as I was too keen to get started on the discussion. We discuss emotional regulation and how games can be good for children. Yes this is another episode where I have found another games for good approach. Huzzah! Listen to how we discuss the way in which Adam designed; wait for it... card games first before we discuss video games...2018-09-0345 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGaming for good: distraction from distressWhen gaming becomes a distraction of life in order to manage illness or distress this might be seen as a helpful way for games to be present in hospitals, hospices and homes. Todays guest is Jonny Miree whose son tragically died earlier this year from an inoperable brain tumour. Jonny explains how the ability to engage in playing games is the distraction his son Reece needed and how the family managed this with him. We discuss gaming for palliative care and how Jonny and his wife Carol have set up a charity to bring gaming consoles to children who are...2018-08-2748 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastAdoption and social media’s impact on the family and beyondAdoptive children and the impact of social media contact: Today I’m joined by Trainer, Coach, Author, Adoptive parent and personal friend Helen Oakwater. We discuss Helens book from 2012 called Bubble Wrapped Children; which is as relevant now if not more so in 2018 than ever before with many more ways for families to connect unexpectedly. This episode is jam packed and will be a great addition to parents, teachers and professionals as the team around the child is paramount in these circumstances! Helens book can be found here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bubble-Wrapped-Children-Networking-Transforming/dp/1780920970/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UT...2018-08-201h 37

Cyber Synapse PodcastComputer games and therapy, what MH workers need to knowThis week I'm joined by a clinician and author Dr Anthony Bean. This episode is such a good one in terms of deconstructing games and their use, their benefits and the big WHY people use computer games. We look at Anthony's book "Working with video gamers and games in therapy; a clinicians guide" and look at some of the chapters that I am endlessly telling people about. This episode is awesome in terms of why the (still ongoing) debate around the W.H.O. classification of gaming disorder is/has been produced by researchers with little or no understanding of W...2018-08-1650 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGaming for Parents, demystifying the science and journalismToday I'm joined by freelance journalist, gamer and Dad Andy Roberston. He's helping parents understand why their children play games and what is really going on and how parents can become involved with their children and have conversations.2018-08-0658 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastDigital Nutrition- Healthy habits for children and parents too!Todays episode is one where Jocelyn Brewer is my guest and we discuss what healthy habits really mean when it comes to digital devices and children, however there is a slight twist as this episode covers some handy information for parents too. Really want to know whats in your food; you look at the label so what if we could do this with apps and devices? How can we help parents in the 24/7 demands of todays world? Listen here and find out!2018-07-3046 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastOnline Presentations - Real Self or imagined?Today I'm joined by Dr Chris Fullwood who is a cyber psychology academic an the University of Wolverhampton. In this packed episode we begin to explore online presentations and the why's and how's of this phenomena and behaviours online. We look at the forms of self, the proteus effect and avatar embodiment. want to know more then you'll have to listen to entire episode and wait for the second as we only just scraped the surface today. Chris can be found at www.wlv.ac.uk in the department of CRUW where there is...2018-07-2356 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastDigitally Distracted Parents. Why attachments and play matterToday Im joined by Joanna Fortune who is an attachment specialist and Psychotherapist. Joanna and I discuss one of our favourite subjects attachment and early development. We delve into the intricacies of how we connect with our children through conversation and play and how this can often be disrupted by our own distractions of technology and not the way that is currently portrayed in the media of 'blaming' young people for being addicted.2018-07-161h 01

Cyber Synapse PodcastRestricted development and/or play, Children's brains, beliefs and a whyTodays episode is brought to you by the inspiration of recently meeting Jim Kwik. #fangirling a little today in terms of being inspired by a person and story that mirrors my why of wanting to change the world for children to become superheroes in their own healing and growth.2018-07-0934 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastAn adult speaks about Doki-Doki shock and using this as a good normalising interventionAfter what would have been a very short episode I was contacted by Jan at the weekend about Doki-Doki. We had a conversation about this over messenger and decided to use this for todays episode to talk about sex and death, Mind wealth and how children and young people need us to be responsible in our conversations with them and to talk about 'stuff' before social media does.2018-07-021h 10

Cyber Synapse PodcastRevenge Porn- what is it if it’s not a sexual offence?Today I’m joined by Laura Higgins, Operations manager of the revenge porn helpline. Laura discusses what revenge porn is and isn’t and why this is such a difficult topic to operationalise. (Sorry a slight academic term there which means to be able to state and test robustly a proposition, it’s one of my favourite words so I’m not really that sorry). We discuss the varying forms this issue takes and why this is not gender specific, we look at the impact on a victim and what can be done ab...2018-06-1852 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastCyber Warfare, mythology to poetry- a metta perspective?Tassos and I discuss Greek mythiogly, poetry and philosophy about data warfare 2018-06-1150 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastThe shadow side of human nature - Dark, Hidden or Deep; where the web is spun?The topic that can create horror, distain or curiosity. Either way we’re going onto the world of full time buisness people who often work in the realms or depths of a world wide market that many of us do not visit. Our conversation is fluid, candid and matter of fact as Gary and I are colleagues and friends outside of the podcast world so our conversation borders on chit chat around a difficult topic and in light of this listeners/viewers may find our approach less than journalistic, and it’s meant to be unjourn...2018-05-2859 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGDP Arghhhhh #Don'tbeaGitToday I'm joined by a self confessed Nerd and Anorak in all things data protection. Yes its that four letter word that you've been seeing in your mailbox for some time. This is another full on say it as it is episode and talks real data and why you need to know this. We discuss the unwanted/unsolicited emails, we talk consent and evidence of consent, overkill in terms of the numbers of emails and marketing ploys, not ticking boxes and looking at the bigger picture 2018-05-2149 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastWhen Heart Rate Variability becomes synthesisied as a cyber/tech interventionMatt and I discuss the polyvagal theory in easy to digest bites and go into the world of burnout, self care, resilience and most importantly breathing and why you need to notice and track this for effective changes. We talk apps, books and practical applications. Biohacking can be as simple as using this most basic life function.2018-05-0648 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastWhy email security is so much more than GDPR complianceToday I’m joined by Mike Roberts of Frama RMail. A product that is so much more than an encryption tool. This product is one I personally use and todays discussion reveals why. After many recent contacts and questions about GDPR compliance I thought it was a timely episode. This is based on the back of a number of unsecured and sensitive emails I receive regarding some of my clients and their issues from Organisations and Schools no less.2018-04-3036 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastSecurity, Consent and Online ManipulationToday I'm joined by Justin Sherman once again. As the podcast was recorded a week before the recent ICO discussion on some of the issues in cyberspace we may be feeling slightly ahead of the game this week and for further information go back to our last episode too! This time we are discussing consent in terms and conditions, privacy and security issues and how would anyone know whether really understand what we are signing up for and much more 2018-04-231h 01

Cyber Synapse PodcastOnlinesafety for Foster carers, why the unknown past can be in the here and nowToday I'm joined by Lynn Findlay. We go into why foster carers can be presented with some much more complicated issues around online safeguarding compared to families where children are either natural or families who have adoptees. We discuss parenting styles in terms of digital devices and our approach to them and we have quite a bit of discussion about the impact of some of the behaviours of the families with children who are fostered.2018-04-1648 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastHow sudden fame in Music changes your social media profiles and mental healthSuzzana Dee joins me today to talk about social media and the music industry. We talk about her return to the industry after ten years so Suzanna really has a before and after understanding. We discuss how the sudden rise to fame for young people can bring about challenges from social media and how this can impact on a persons social media profiles, families and mental health.2018-04-0946 min

Therapist Uncensored PodcastEmotional Navigation of the Internet for Both Kids and Adults with Guest Catherine KnibbsEnjoyable one – learn the problematic and adaptive psychology behind online social interactions as Therapist Uncensored host Dr. Ann Kelley interviews this delightful UK-based psychotherapist and author. Catherine Knibbs coined the phrase “cyber trauma” and is the author of The Darker Side of the Internet for Children And Young People. This is not conservative doom and gloom. We get into attachment and neuroscience and provide realistic recommendations to help you and your children navigate the web, unpack myths, identify cyber bullying, discuss consent and provide proactive strategies that lead towards integration and health. Respond more a...2018-03-281h 02

Therapist Uncensored PodcastTU58: Improving the Interpersonal World of the Internet for Both Kids and Adults with Guest Catherine KnibbsEnjoyable one - learn the problematic and adaptive psychology behind online social interactions as Therapist Uncensored host Ann Kelley interviews the delightful UK-based psychotherapist. Catherine Knibbs coined the phrase “cyber trauma” and is author of The Darker Side of the Internet for Children And Young People. This is not conservative doom and gloom, they get into attachment and neuroscience and provide realistic recommendations to help your children navigate the web, unpack myths, identify cyber bullying, discuss consent and provide proactive strategies that lead toward towards integration and health. Respond more adaptively to the to the internet and social media rathe...2018-03-281h 02

Cyber Synapse PodcastPHSE to Psychosexual therapy why Sex -Ed needs updatingWe discuss the influence of poor sex education and how young people have been learning about sexual relationships through Pornography and the internet. We dispel myths about psychosexual therapy and what it looks like. Why people wait until they are in a desperate place to access this therapy. Why current methods of training for child therapists misses out this huge factor and topic and why children may go onto develop fetishes/obscure behaviours and sexual issues.2018-03-1900 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastViolent Video games- what's the problem? Maybe not as much as you think?This week I'm joined by Pat Markey who is one of two authors of the book Moral Combat: Why the war on violent video games is wrong. This episode tries to squeeze the synopsis of the book into 30 minutes and I don't think we do a bad job. With recent media coverage and Presidential 'blaming' of the recent school shooting in the U.S. on VVG Pat quickly runs through the evidence to highlight this is not necessarily the case nor cause.2018-03-1829 min

Cyber Synapse Podcast"Cyber, Warfare, and the Future of Ethics"This weeks episode takes a look into the ethics of machine learning (not AI) and why this is an area for consideration. We discuss how facial recognition software has some great benefits and where it has issues and potential problems and ethics in warfare. This episode is packed full of really interesting stuff and one of my favourite topics 2018-03-1251 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastCyber trauma updateA quick update on what's happening! The snow interrupted play over the last episode so I thought I would check in with you and keep you updated. please feel free to feedback about topics you would like me to cover! Here is the link to the Facebook live video where I covered pornography use in CYP https://www.facebook.com/onlinevents/videos/1583079075061510/?t=9 Also there is a lecture on this topic available via my website. www.cybertrauma.com 2018-03-0512 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastBiohacking- using a computing term to achieve optimal performance- Light and devicesToday I'm joined by Pita Marroni, He is a friend and student of biohacking and functional medicine. I am very very excited for this and future episodes as I have been aiming to do this very podcast from the outset & bring technology and performance into the realm of cybersynapse and cybertrauma 2018-02-1950 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastThe Violence of Pornography- What children can seeTodays episode may be a difficult topic for some listeners however it is absolutely necessary that this topic is borough to the attention of parents everywhere. Today I'm joined by Suzzan Black who is a Researcher, blogger, artist and a survivor of sexual abuse, trafficking, exploitation and depression. She is a campaigner and educator around the topic of Violence in pornography 2018-02-1250 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGaming disorder?... opinions from a gamers perspectiveToday im joined by Bo Pederson. He is an IT manager and has gamed for over 30 years. In this episode he gives his strong opinion about gaming disorder and why he disagrees with the W.H.O. perspective on this issue. Bo brings his perspective to society and parenting alongside this topic so buckle up this one is a lively episode.2018-02-0542 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastParenting & Psychotherapy in an Age of Social MediaTodays episode again crosses the water to the U.S. and im joined by a Psychologist Erick Medina. We take our discussion from parenting to Psychotherapy and how the world of social media has introduced new issues in couples counselling and the phenomenology of their experiences. Erick A. Medina, Psy.D. teaches Psychology at Newbury College in Brookline, MA, USA, and has a private practice of psychotherapy and neuropsychological testing in Wellesley, MA, USA. He can be found on Twitter at @exphen.2018-01-2941 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastLets talk to children about PornographyTodays talk follows on from last weeks episode about the effects of Porn on the brain. Todays conversation is no less than candid and one that addresses the taboo subject of sexual education around consent and pornography where young children find themselves viewing this material via apps like YouTube. A subject close to my theory of cybertrauma and a fantastic conversation between us both who are passionate about this topic.2018-01-2238 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastNSFW? Your Brain on PornTodays episode features Gary Wilson who is the author of the book and website "Your Brain on Porn". This may not be a suitable podcast to listen to with little ones around but lets get the conversation started with adolescents and you'll see why in the conversation This episode contains a serious amount of talk about pornography and the issues associated with it for both men and women, though much of our talk this week centres on the recovery stories of men. Gary's site is www.yourbrainonporn.com 2018-01-1542 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastTheres nothing wrong with the internet- its society and you're the productGary and I discuss many issues in this podcast ranging from the recent blog I produced after the suicide forest video appeared on Youtube, the Children's commissioners report, digital literacy (whatever that means). We discuss how you are the product of the internet and apps, how its monetised, how Cath despises the new gaming disorder diagnosis and why, we cover varying levels of consent, choice, connection, consciousness and veer off - listen for more information!2018-01-0852 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastYouTube: Spiderman, Elsa and other non child friendly videos, should I be worried?This week brings back Alan Mackenzie for a frank discussion about the YouTube videos that are unsuitable for children. This video has been on hold as the media storm has created a pandemic of both accurate and inaccurate news. We dissect this in this podcast We discuss parenting, e-safety and the impact of these videos on children and their wellbeing (emotional, psychological and mental health) and much more 2017-12-1841 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastSmall Businesses: Should I really care about cyber security?This episode covers what small business owners ought to know about protecting their online data and websites. From WAF's and firewalls to being hacked this is a really helpful podcast, also getting onto subjects such as the dark web and the C64 2017-12-1131 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastOnline ProfessionalismRory from Counselling Tutor joins me to discuss online professionalism from those of us who work with the public. Roles such as counselling/teaching and social work. This conversation gets to the heart of recent behaviours that have been challenging for me to witness (and contravenes the ethical frameworks we are bound by as psychotherapists) and how data regarding professionals profiles affects their professional reputation. This episode will ruffle some feathers and give you food for thought 2017-12-0433 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastOyoty- the personal online safety assistant for childrenOyoty is an online personal safety assistant that helps children learn to navigate social media. This episode discusses how this works and how the AI behind this app helps children. Deepak's idea is one I was personally excited about the I first saw it and I spent much of my time at a conference talking to him about this app. In terms of how we create autonomy, choice and values in children is by using an approach such as this.2017-11-2735 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastGDPR and all that jazz!GDPR what is it? What do I need to know? How does this affect me and my storage of data? When does it come into effect? This episode is slightly longer than usual as theres a whole heap of content to share with you and how this affects you, particularly aimed at professionals and with a slant towards counsellors and psychotherapists as Cath has been commenting on posts on social media for some time so decided to bring this information to you in a handy format. You really need this information 2017-11-2046 min

Cyber Synapse PodcastDont Stream and DriveDon't stream and drive campaigner Neil Dewson-Smyth joins Cath for a discussion about the perils of using your phone whilst driving. Distractions cost lives and it only takes a moment. Neils discusses his work and passion around this topic and highlights why this is so important.2017-11-1338 min