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James N. Kirby

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A qualitative analysis of a psychoeducational video resource to reduce stigma for those who hear voices: The compassion focused therapy 'Stuart video'.

OBJECTIVES Societal stigma towards individuals who hear voices (auditory verbal hallucinations) is a significant barrier to help-seeking and has been resistant to traditional anti-stigma campaigns. In this context, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) presents a promising alternative approach. DESIGN This qualitative stu...

James N. Kirby, Kaedee Abel, Charles Heriot-Maitland · Psychology and psychotherapy · 0 citations

Open access Sep 2026

Targeting Shame and Guilt in Psychotherapy: From Conceptual Understanding to Diverse Therapeutic Approaches.

Self-conscious emotions, specifically shame and guilt, are pivotal factors in the onset, maintenance, and treatment of various mental health disorders. While shame involves a devalued sense of the global self and internal/external stigmatization, guilt typically pertains to specific behaviors and the desire for reparat...

James N. Kirby, Deborah Lee · Journal of Clinical Psycholo... · 0 citations