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Between Two Psychs with Dr Adam McCartney and Mike Lane

Between Two Psychs with Dr Adam McCartney and Mike Lane

著者： Dr Adam McCartney and Mike Lane
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In this podcast Adam and Mike address all your education questions. They show the power of thinking psychologically can have on resolving everyday issues within education, learning and in raising happy children.Dr Adam McCartney and Mike Lane
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  • Why Schools Misunderstand Behaviour

    Why Schools Misunderstand Behaviour
    2026/07/28

    When I was asked to support a school in crisis, the story everyone was telling centred around two children. The belief was simple: if we could fix their behaviour, everything else would improve. But what I found was something very different.

    In this episode of Between Two Psychs, I share how I worked with a primary school where staff were on the verge of burnout, leadership had broken down, morale was low, and relationships had become fractured. Rather than focusing on changing the children, I explain why I became curious about the whole system and how small changes across the school created lasting impact.

    I take you through the psychological theories that informed my work, including systems theory, self-determination theory, attachment theory, and social identity theory. I also explain why recognising people's strengths, giving staff the opportunity to contribute, and building stronger relationships helped create a more stable environment for both adults and children.

    In This Episode, I Explore

    • Why behaviour rarely exists in isolation.
    • How systems theory helps us understand the bigger picture.
    • How recognising and using staff strengths can change a school system.
    • How motivation, relationships and identity influence behaviour and school culture.
    • Why relationships and emotional regulation are central to learning.

    Why This Episode Matters

    Psychology isn't something I just study, it's something I live. In this episode, I share how applying psychology across a whole school helped move staff from blame to problem-solving and created a more connected, stable environment where children could learn and adults could thrive.

    🎧 Listen now to discover why, if you want to change behaviour, you first need to understand the system that's producing it.

    I’d love to hear your thoughts:

    • Which of these psychological theories resonates most with your own experience?

    • How could you apply these ideas in your own school or workplace

    Episode Sponsor

    This episode of Between Two Psychs is proudly sponsored by Sanctuary Personnel.

    As a specialist recruitment partner across psychology services, education, social care, and healthcare, Sanctuary Personnel is dedicated to connecting talented professionals with organisations that truly value expertise. Their consultative approach means they understand the sectors they serve and the challenges faced by professionals across the UK.

    If you're looking to strengthen your team or elevate your own career, visit https://www.sanctuarypersonnel.com
    You can also reach out directly to Kamruz Zaman at https://www.sanctuarypersonnel.com/consultants/kamruz-zaman/ and Suzi Couszins at https://www.sanctuarypersonnel.com/consultants/suzi-couszins/

    Connect with Me (Dr Adam McCartney)

    Instagram: @‌dradammcartney
    Website: dradammccartney.com
    YouTube: @‌Dr.AdamMcCartney
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    16 分
  • How to Build a School-Wide Culture of Safeguarding

    How to Build a School-Wide Culture of Safeguarding
    2026/07/21
    Safeguarding is often seen as policies, procedures, and compliance. But what if the strongest safeguarding cultures are built on something much deeper?In this episode of Between Two Psychs, we're joined by Delyth Lynch, Director of Safeguarding at Wellington College and author of Beyond Compliance. Together, we explore why safeguarding should never be reduced to a checklist, and how values, relationships, leadership, and culture create environments where children and young people genuinely feel safe.Throughout the conversation, we discuss how organisational values shape everyday decisions, why policies should guide rather than define safeguarding practice, and how school culture influences everything from recruitment to behaviour, staff wellbeing, and student outcomes. We also explore the hidden biases that can affect professional judgement, the importance of curiosity over assumptions, and why relationships remain at the heart of effective safeguarding.We also dive into the impact of cognitive load on teachers, how busy staff can unintentionally become less curious, and why supportive leadership, reflective practice, and psychological safety help schools create environments where both staff and students can thrive.In This Episode, We ExploreWhy safeguarding is about culture, not simply compliance.How organisational values influence everyday safeguarding decisions.The role of Values-Based Interviewing (VBA) in recruiting the right people.Why behaviour should always be understood as communication.The connection between relationships, trust, and effective safeguarding.How cognitive load reduces curiosity and increases safeguarding risks.Why staff wellbeing, reflective practice, and supportive leadership strengthen safeguarding cultures.Why This Episode MattersCreating a safe school is about far more than having the right policies in place. It requires shared values, trusting relationships, reflective leadership, and a culture where every member of staff feels responsible for safeguarding.This offers practical insights for teachers, school leaders, safeguarding professionals, and anyone working with children who wants to move beyond compliance and create environments where young people truly feel seen, heard, and protected.🎧 Listen now to discover how schools can build safeguarding cultures that strengthen relationships, support staff, and keep children at the centre of every decision.Episode SponsorThis episode of Between Two Psychs is proudly sponsored by Sanctuary Personnel.As a specialist recruitment partner across psychology services, education, social care, and healthcare, Sanctuary Personnel is dedicated to connecting talented professionals with organisations that truly value expertise. Their consultative approach means they understand the sectors they serve and the challenges faced by professionals across the UK.If you're looking to strengthen your team or elevate your own career, visit https://www.sanctuarypersonnel.comYou can also reach out directly to Kamruz Zaman at Kamruz Zaman - Sanctuary Personnel andSuzi Couszins at Suzi Couszins - Sanctuary Personnel Connect with Delyth LynchLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/delyth-lynch-6098b133/Get Delyth Lynch's Book- Beyond Compliance: The DSL's guide to creating a school-wide culture of safeguardingConnect with Me (Dr Adam McCartney)Instagram: @‌dradammcartneyWebsite: dradammccartney.comYouTube: @‌Dr.AdamMcCartney
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    25 分
  • How Teachers Can Manage Stress Before the New School Year

    How Teachers Can Manage Stress Before the New School Year
    2026/07/14
    The end of the school year is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset. But after months of increasing pressure, many teachers and school leaders find it difficult to switch off.In this episode, we explore the realities of stress in education and discuss practical psychological strategies that can help teachers decompress over the summer while preparing for the challenges of the new academic year.Drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and positive psychology, we explore how changing the way we think about stress can influence how we feel and respond to difficult situations.We also reflect on the growing pressures facing schools, including the new Ofsted framework, SEND reforms, increasing workload, and the emotional demands placed on teachers and leaders. Throughout the conversation, we discuss how school culture, leadership, and psychological safety can support staff wellbeing during periods of significant change.Rather than simply trying to eliminate stress, we explore how teachers can develop healthier ways of responding to it while creating more sustainable habits for the year ahead.In This Episode, We ExploreWhy the summer break should be about more than simply switching off.Practical CBT techniques teachers can use to manage stressful thoughts and emotions.The role of mindfulness and acceptance when dealing with uncertainty.How positive psychology and language influence resilience and wellbeing.The impact of Ofsted changes, SEND reforms, and increasing demands on schoolsWhy psychological safety and supportive leadership matter for staff wellbeing.How teachers can prepare mentally for a healthier and more sustainable new school year.Why This Episode MattersTeaching has always been demanding, but increasing accountability, curriculum pressures, and changing expectations have left many educators feeling overwhelmed.This episode offers practical psychological approaches that teachers and school leaders can use to reflect on the past year, manage stress more effectively, and build healthier habits before returning to school. By understanding how thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and workplace culture interact, educators can approach the new academic year with greater confidence and resilience.🎧 Listen now to discover practical strategies for reducing stress, improving wellbeing, and preparing for a more positive school year.I’d love to hear your thoughts:What has been your biggest source of stress this academic year?How do you switch off during the summer holidays?Which stress management strategies have worked best for you?What can school leaders do to better support staff wellbeing?How do you think the new Ofsted framework and SEND reforms will affect schools next year?Episode SponsorThis episode of Between Two Psychs is proudly sponsored by Sanctuary Personnel.As a specialist recruitment partner across psychology services, education, social care, and healthcare, Sanctuary Personnel is dedicated to connecting talented professionals with organisations that truly value expertise. Their consultative approach means they understand the sectors they serve and the challenges faced by professionals across the UK.If you're looking to strengthen your team or elevate your own career, visit https://www.sanctuarypersonnel.comYou can also reach out directly to Kamruz Zaman at Kamruz Zaman - Sanctuary Personnel andSuzi Couszins at Suzi Couszins - Sanctuary PersonnelConnect with Mike LaneWebsite: ridgewaypsychology.co.ukLinkedIn: michael-laneConnect with MeInstagram: @‌dradammcartneyWebsite: dradammccartney.comYouTube: @‌Dr.AdamMcCartney
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    33 分
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