Let’s Talk Clarity Host Zeenat Noorani

Honest Conversations for Better Mental Wellbeing

Episode 155: The Power of Expressive Art & Creative Therapy with guest Cathy Williams

Let's Talk Clarity is a podcast featuring open, honest, and empowering conversations about mental health and wellbeing.

In this episode, Zeenat speaks with Cathy Williams, abody-based healing and creative arts therapy expert, and founder of Intuitive Self. She helps people reconnect with their intuition through somatic and expressive arts. An award-winning author and speaker, Cathy draws on her healing journey to support others in reclaiming their body, mind, and heart.

Zeenat explores with Cathy:

SEGMENT 1: The Benefits

How Expressive Art and Creative Therapy is beneficial for children and young people.

How has she utilised these modalities with individual clients and in group work environments?

SEGMENT 2: HELP LISTENERS RELATE AND TAKE AWAY SOMETHING PRACTICAL.

• Simple things our listeners can do today to support their wellbeing
• How can parents/teachers/professionals support children or young people better?
• Resources or practices have helped Cathy personally.

Cathy's Contact Details:

⁠Website⁠: www.intuitiveself.com.au

⁠Instagram⁠: @intuitiveself__

SEGMENT 3: FINAL THOUGHT & CALL TO ACTION

Zeenat wants to remind you of one powerful truth:
Creativity is not a luxury. It’s a necessity.

It helps us:

Regulate emotions

Build confidence

Reduce stressAnd most importantly, find joy in being ourselves.

If your child struggles with anxiety, school pressure, or emotional expression, creativity could be the key that unlocks something beautiful in them.

If you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck, creative expression might just be what you need.

NEXT EPISODE TEASER

In Zeenat’s next episode 157, she talks about the impact of Bullying & Cyberbullying – The Challenges Children & Young People Face Today. And will be diving into issues that affect far too many young people, and what can we do as a society to help support and educate young people about the consequences and long-term effects of bullying or being bullied can have on young people’s mental health.

Thank you for listening—

Clarity, Courage, Conversations that Matter – One Talk at a Time.

Let’s connect: Website: theclaritycoach.co.uk linktr.ee: ZeenatNoorani Email: zeenat@theclaritycoach.co.ukAvailable on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ddt3p-gDzWs

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Honest Conversations for Better Mental Wellbeing

Episode 156: Breaking The Circle with guest Brydon Duncan - Former National Athlete UK/ Mental Health Advocate

Let's Talk Clarity - Host Zeenat Noorani

TRIGGER WARNING!!! Sensitive topic- includes mention of bullying & suicide.

Special episode with a young man from the London borough of Bromley. He shares his lived experiences from his early primary years to now, in his early twenties.

As a former national champion and current university athlete training toward Olympic-level performance, he has experienced both the physical and mental pressures that come with chasing excellence. Alongside his athletic journey, he lived with Autism (ASD), ADHD, and ongoing mental health challenges, including depression and suicidal thoughts.

Brydon's toughest moments came after his biggest wins—reminding him that success on the outside doesn’t always reflect what’s going on within. But through those struggles, he has found purpose.

Today, Brydon uses his story to spark honest conversations around mental health. Whether it’s through content, public speaking, or work in the mental health field—including sales and advocacy—He aims to break stigma, raise awareness, and empower others to take their well-being seriously.

Brydon understands the importance of discipline and resilience. His passion lies in using storytelling to positively impact mental health awareness and support. Through engaging content and advocacy, he strives to empower others to prioritise their well-being and create meaningful conversations around mental health.

Check out his official trailer: Breaking The Circle

Full documentary film out on 5th August 2025, click here

Follow and Connect with Brydon:

https://www.brydonduncan.com

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Episode 154: Nurturing Creativity - the Powers of Arts & Crafts for Mental, Emotional Wellbeing

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Today’s episode is very close to Zeenat's heart. It’s all about something that often gets dismissed as ‘just a hobby’—but inTruth, it can be life-changing: the power of creativity, arts, and crafts in supporting mental health and emotional wellbeing.

Zeenat explores:

Why creative expression is essential—not optional—for mental health

How creativity supports neurodivergent minds and different learners

The physical and cognitive benefits of hands-on creativity

And most importantly, how you—yes, you—can reclaim or nurture creativity in yourself or your children

Are we measuring intelligence by outdated standards and missing the genius in our children and ourselves?

“Creativity doesn’t just feel good—it’s good for us, mentally and physically.

Fine motor development: Arts and crafts improve hand-eye coordination and dexterity, especially important for young children and older adults. Problem-solving: Choosing colours, solving design challenges, or following patterns boosts cognitive flexibility. Brain chemistry: Engaging in creative tasks activates the reward system in the brain, releasing dopamine, the ‘feel good’ chemical.

You’re listening to Let’s Talk Clarity, the podcast where we have open, honest, and empowering conversations about mental health and wellbeing.

Clarity, Courage Conversations that Matter- One Talk at a Time

Let’s connect:

• Website: theclaritycoach.co.uk

• linktr.ee: ZeenatNoorani

• Email: zeenat@theclaritycoach.co.uk