{"id":7043797,"date":"2026-08-22T11:36:29","date_gmt":"2026-08-22T11:36:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/what-are-core-needs-and-why-they-matter-in-therapy-with-amy-howell-mental-work\/"},"modified":"2026-08-22T11:36:29","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T11:36:29","slug":"what-are-core-needs-and-why-they-matter-in-therapy-with-amy-howell-mental-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7043797","title":{"rendered":"What are “core needs” and why they matter in therapy (with Amy Howell) – Mental Work"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Bron is joined by Amy Howell (Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Co-Founder of Centre Self Collective) to unpack what our core psychological needs actually are and why they matter so much in clinical work. Amy shares how unmet needs in childhood shape attachment styles, coping patterns, and the schemas we carry into adulthood, and why acknowledging this isn’t about parent-blaming.<\/p>\n

They chat about:
\ud83d\udc49 The difference between a core need and a want
\ud83d\udc49 How unmet needs shape attachment styles and adult behaviour
\ud83d\udc49 How to explore unmet needs with clients without slipping into parent-blaming
\ud83d\udc49 Practical ways to help clients identify and meet their core needs<\/p>\n

Guest: Amy Howell, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Co-Founder of\u00a0Centre Self Collective<\/a><\/p>\n

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Mental Work is the podcast for psychologists about the realities of working in mental health, with an early-career focus. Hosted by psychologist\/researcher Dr Bronwyn Milkins<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Support the show by buying me a virtual coffee<\/a> \u2615\ud83c\udf75<\/p>\n

Have a question, episode idea or just want to say hi? DM Bron on Instagram<\/a>, leave a comment on the Spotify episode<\/a>, or email mentalworkpodcast@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Apply to be a guest<\/a> \/ YouTube (with captions & transcript)<\/a> \/ Website<\/a><\/p>\n

CREDITS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Producer: Michael English<\/p>\n

Music: Home<\/a><\/p>\n

Commitment: <\/em><\/strong>Mental Work believes in an inclusive and diverse mental health workforce. We honour the strength, resilience, and invaluable contributions of mental health workers with lived experiences of mental illness, disability, neurodivergence, LGBTIQA+ identities, and diverse culture and language. We recognise our First Nations colleagues as Traditional Custodians of the land and pay respect to Elders past, present, and emerging. Mental Work is recorded on unceded Whadjuk Noongar boodja.<\/em><\/p>\n

Disclaimer:<\/em><\/strong> Mental Work provides informational content. Mental Work is not a psychological service and being a listener or guest does not establish a therapeutic relationship. Content should not be considered a replacement for professional consultation or therapy. All views expressed are personal, subject to change, and do not represent those of any affiliated employer, service, or organisation past or present. Efforts are made to ensure accuracy, but opinions may not always align with fact. Listeners are encouraged to thoughtfully assess the information presented and report any inaccuracies or concerns via <\/em>email<\/em><\/a>. Further information can be found <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n