In this episode of The Business of Health Podcast, we are joined by special guest, Dr. Shiromi from The Cloud GP.

Dr Shiromi, a seasoned general practitioner with a passion for mental health, discusses her commitment to helping individuals overcome depression and anxiety, emphasising the impact mental health has on various aspects of our lives.

Motivated by the challenges in an under-resourced mental health system, Dr. Shiromi pursued additional training in psychological strategies and cognitive behavioural therapy. She founded The Cloud GP to extend support beyond 1:1 consultations. Her online program, “First Steps to Overcoming Depression and Anxiety,” is designed for those diagnosed with depression or anxiety who are awaiting psychologist appointments.  Dr. Shiromi also introduces a unique component of her program – a resource for family and friends to better understand and support individuals navigating mental health challenges.

Discover how The Cloud GP program addresses the time constraints faced by general practitioners and serves as a valuable resource for allied health professionals, offering accessible and evidence-based information. Join us in this enlightening conversation with Dr. Shiromi as we explore innovative approaches to mental health care and pro-active wellbeing.

To learn more about Dr. Shiromi and The Cloud GP, head to thecloudgp.com.au. Thanks for tuning in!

In this episode of The Business of Health Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Jodie Fleming, a Health & Clinical Psychologist, and co-founder of Being Well Collective with Eve. Jodie delves into the vital topic of mental wellbeing and flourishing and emphasizes the power of intentional thoughts and actions in shaping our happiness, sharing the empowering statistic that only 10% of our overall well-being is influenced by external life events.

Dr. Jodie sheds light on the significant impact of social media on mental health, drawing parallels with an insightful study on Olympic medalists. The comparison dynamics between silver and bronze medalists highlight the role of perception in influencing our mood and wellbeing.

Jodie, Trisha and Eve, discuss the challenges faced by young adults in today's world, where comparisons and societal expectations can lead to burnout. They explore the importance of managing self-expectations and being aware of internal drivers, distinguishing between motivating factors and fear-based drivers. We reflect upon the simplicity yet challenge of maintaining mental health, drawing attention to the flourishing model and the potential for individuals to move beyond merely preventing mental illness to actively flourishing in their lives.

We finish by discussing the need for support in the journey toward mental wellness. Dr. Fleming acknowledges the gap in service provision and introduces her (and Eve’s) upcoming online course designed to empower individuals with tools and strategies for flourishing. The trio discuss the evolving landscape of mental health in the workplace, with a focus on corporate wellbeing and the potential positive ripple effects of individual flourishing within larger societal contexts.

In this podcast episode, hosts Eve Drew and Trisha Cashmere discuss mentoring programs in health businesses.

Trisha, who manages a team of 35 physiotherapists and has a robust graduate program in place, shares insights into the approach they use at The Healthy Body Company. Trisha outlines her structured graduate program, which includes mentorship for the duration of the year, weekly one-on-one mentorship sessions during clinic time, and peer-to-peer mentoring where graduates discuss case studies. The goal of their program is to refine clinical reasoning skills and ensure that team members can efficiently manage a wide range of health conditions. 

Additionally, Trisha and Eve stress the significance of understanding team members' values, strengths, and communication styles, underlining the human aspect of mentoring programs to ensure team members are well-supported and settled in their roles.