The Power of Presence: Lessons From a Heart-to-Heart Conversation With Dr Louise Hayes

Poh Gan

Published on: 09/02/2026

When I first imagined The Practitioner’s Heart Podcast, I wanted it to feel like sitting down with a trusted colleague who understands both the beauty and the heaviness of our work. So it felt especially meaningful to have Dr Louise Hayes join me for the very first episode. Because she was the one who encouraged me to really step into buddhism and therapist well-being.

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What Launching My Podcast Taught Me About Fear and Freedom

Poh Gan

Published on: 24/01/2026

A psychologist shares the inner dialogue before launching her podcast—and what Buddhist practice reveals about fear, self-worth, and doing what matters anyway.

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Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 2)

Poh Gan

Published on: 15/12/2025

In Part 1, I shared my journey as an Asian, neurodivergent woman integrating psychology and Buddhist practice. In Part 2, I want to talk more about the rise of process-based therapy approach, the importance of understanding ancient wisdom in its fullness, and the deeper questions about decolonising spirituality in Western psychology.

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Decolonising Psychology Through Buddhist Wisdom: How Do I Know There's More? (Part 1)

Poh Gan

Published on: 15/12/2025

After 17 years of being a psychologist, it's drilled into me: practice under the scientist-practitioner model. Use evidence-based approaches. Stay close to the research. But here's what they don't tell you.

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