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Review of Wednesday on Netflix

I recently wrote a review of the Netflix series Wednesday for The Psychologist. In it I discuss Wednesday’s journey to navigate the tension between connection and authenticity and I reflect on themes of truth and shadow in the show. You can read the review here.

Podcast: The Movie Method

Hi, I’m Jenny Hamilton, a therapist, mindfulness teacher, academic and movie fan. In this podcast Dr. Roger Bretherton and I explore what is therapeutic about watching and talking about movies and TV. Each episode we use the movie method (five reflective steps for film therapy developed by Jenny) to help guests reflect mindfully on howContinue reading “Podcast: The Movie Method”

New Film Therapy Training – 7 week CPD Certificate Course

Film therapy, the therapeutic use of movies in psychological therapies, is a growing area of interest to therapists and researchers alike. Film therapy is a highly accessible and relatable method for many diverse client groups. Clients often talk about films and TV shows during therapy sessions as they see elements of their own story reflectedContinue reading “New Film Therapy Training – 7 week CPD Certificate Course”

Upcoming event: An Introduction to Film Therapy

I will be offering online training at 1pm on Friday 22nd July 2022. Hope to see you there or you can buy the recording here if you can’t make it: An Introduction to Film Therapy Workshop with Jenny Hamilton About this event Film therapy, the therapeutic use of movies in psychological therapies, is a growingContinue reading “Upcoming event: An Introduction to Film Therapy”

Film Therapy

Hello and welcome to Film Therapy. As a therapist, mindfulness teacher and academic with a background in media and film studies I am interested in what is therapeutic about watching film and TV and how therapists can work with this. I use film therapy in my counselling practice and studying this area is a centralContinue reading “Film Therapy”

The Psychology of Monsters by Jenny Hamilton

As the nights draw in and the autumn colours emerge, our thoughts turn to halloween and all things spooky. Stories of monsters have been told for generations throughout history and our continued fascination with monster’s peeks annually during Halloween celebrations. But what do monsters mean for us psychologically and what is their appeal in the modern world?