The Mental Health Couch
On The Mental Health Couch podcast, you'll find a range of interviews with some of the interesting people I meet in my work. You'll also hear episodes from my radio appearances, audio tracks from our free webinar series and more.
At The Mental Health Coach, we focus on increasing people's skills and literacy in mental health, helping them navigate mental health in day to day life and work.
By listening to this podcast, you'll gain insights into mental health from a range of people, and a range of perspectives. Welcome!
The Mental Health Couch
From Storefronts to Safe Havens: Mental Health in Shopping Centres, with Simone Dirckze
In this episode of The Mental Health Couch, host Nick McEwan Hall interviews Simone Direckze, a retail professional with extensive experience in managing shopping centres. They explore the multifaceted roles that shopping centres play in contemporary society, serving not just as commercial hubs but also as vital communal spaces. Simone shares her journey from retailer to shopping centre manager and highlights the challenges faced by both roles. The discussion delves into the significant mental health issues that surface in these public spaces, including dealing with youth homelessness and mental health crises. Simone emphasizes the importance of empathy, resilience, and the role of shopping centres in providing a safe space for all visitors. The episode underscores the complex dynamics of running a public facility and the imperative of incorporating mental health considerations into its management.