Managing your Inner Critic
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This workshop is designed to help people understand and manage self-criticism through awareness and by developing a more compassionate, balanced relationship with themselves. It explores how self-critical thinking develops, its impact on wellbeing, confidence, and self-esteem, and how…
Workshop
Description
This workshop is designed to help people understand and manage self-criticism through awareness and by developing a more compassionate, balanced relationship with themselves. It explores how self-critical thinking develops, its impact on wellbeing, confidence, and self-esteem, and how it can contribute to suffering.
The session focuses on increasing awareness of internal thought patterns and emotional responses, while introducing practical strategies to respond with self-compassion. Participants are guided in understanding the different emotional systems involved in threat, drive, and soothing, and how these influence behaviour and reactions.
Participants will develop practical tools to reduce self-criticism, strengthen emotional regulation, and build a more supportive internal dialogue.
Benefits
- Increased awareness of self-critical thinking patterns and their impact on wellbeing
- Practical strategies to develop self-compassion and reduce harsh self-judgement
- Improved emotional regulation through understanding of underlying emotional systems
- Greater resilience and confidence in managing challenges
- Enhanced ability to respond to stress with a more balanced and supportive attitude
Hosted by Jessica Ricci
About the Host
I am a psychologist and wellbeing specialist with experience across clinical, educational, and care settings, as well as a background in hospitality. I bring a practical and person-centred approach, combining strong interpersonal skills with evidence-based methods, including Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), CBT, and mindfulness.
I have experience supporting individuals and groups in developing key skills such as communication, emotional regulation, stress management, and resilience. I am particularly interested in applying psychology within organisational settings, supporting leadership development, team dynamics, and workplace wellbeing.
I also have experience in delivering awareness workshops for people living with long-term conditions.
I am collaborative, adaptable, and focused on translating psychological concepts into clear, practical strategies that support people in real life.
Focus Areas
Well-being/HealthDevelopment/Coaching
Location
London, Regno Unito
Languages
English, Italian
Travel Locations
London area
Corporate Experience
Moderate
Certifications & Credentials
I have certificates for my Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Psychology, as well as CFT and Mindfulness certificates.
Session Types Offered
Interactive (eg. improv, group-art, yoga etc.)
Past Experience Doing Sessions
Yes - Interactive
Client Requirements
I would need a projector to present slides and possibly pen and paper for the clients to do some exercises.
Past Clients
PNH Support (Charity)
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