19 November 2025
Five Minutes With… A Clinical Governance Facilitator
Everyone has mental health issues at some point in their lives, often more than once.” This International Men’s Day, we’re…
Read moreFive Minutes With… is a regular feature where we sit down with a member of staff to get to know their role and what inspired them to join the great institution that is the NHS.
During the interviews, you will learn about the person behind the role, what their hobbies are and how they look after their own mental and physical health and wellbeing. It’s also a great way of learning about the compassionate, inclusive and committed people who make up Team BSMHFT.
Since our first feature back in August 2022, we have heard from a variety of colleagues, from consultants, service leads and many more. You can access our latest Five Minutes With interviews below.
Keep an eye on our social media channels too, where they are regularly featured.
13 October 2025
Five Minutes With… Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Specialist Eating Disorder Service Clinical Service Lead
As part of this year’s World Mental Health Day, we’re shining a light on the incredible work happening within our…
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5 September 2025
Five Minutes With… A Business Support Manager and Charity Champion
Today (Friday 5 September) is International Day of Charity - a chance to celebrate the vital role charities play in…
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14 August 2025
Five Minutes With… An Advanced Nurse Practitioner for Trauma and Wellbeing
There was a growing realisation that a services user’s recovery does not solely rely upon the direct treatment intervention that…
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24 June 2025
Five Minutes With… A Trainee Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner
Sometimes, in the rush of life and giving time to others, we forget to give time to ourselves.” Around one…
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13 May 2025
Five Minutes With… Solar Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services Team Manager
I remember early in my career, a patient told me that we may not be able to change the world,…
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