KATY GEORGIOU
Psychotherapist, journalist, author, podcaster and media expert on music and mental health
About me
I’m Katy Georgiou
As a professional psychotherapist, I’ve worked in private practice, the NHS, psychiatric wards, prisons, GP surgeries, higher education, organisations, and charities.
A significant focus of my professional journey has been at the intersection of mental health and music. Combining my background in music journalism with therapeutic practice in the music industry, I’ve delved into this symbiotic relationship. As a prominent podcaster in the field of music and mental health, I’ve had the opportunity to interview leading researchers, industry figures, and high-profile artists. This has led to guest radio appearances, collaborations on other podcasts, and engagements in workshops and panel discussions. Currently, I provide therapy to musicians and industry professionals through various organisations, including Universal Music UK, the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine, and the Help Musicians Music Minds Matter scheme. Alongside this, I work as a psychotherapist in a GP surgery and as an independent psychotherapist in private practice offering group therapy, individual therapy, relationship counselling and support groups.
In addition to my therapeutic work, I’ve been a freelance journalist for The Times, ELLE, Sunday Times Style, The Guardian, The Independent, Psychologies, NME and many more. I’ve also authored three books published by Hachette UK, exploring themes of therapy and mental health.
My unique perspective and deep understanding of these topics have positioned me as a sought-after commentator and speaker. I frequently contribute to press articles, appear as a guest on radio shows, and speak at events and panels. As a media expert, I am regularly quoted in the press and invited to share insights on current thinking in therapy, mental health and music on radio and TV.
My work
What I do
Journalism
Since 2006, I’ve been writing and sub-editing for both national and international press, including The Times and NME. My expertise covers a wide array of subjects, but I’m particularly passionate about exploring the connections between mental health, music, and the creative and performing arts. Whether it’s delving into the nuances of belly dance or dissecting the influence of Britpop, my work aims to illuminate these intersections while also addressing the impact of mental health on journalists.
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Psychotherapy
I am accredited with the UKCP and BACP as a Gestalt psychotherapist, counsellor and group facilitator. My practice encompasses working with individuals, couples and groups in various settings, including GP surgeries and private practice. Additionally, I provide therapy tailored to the unique needs of the music industry, delivering one-to-one counselling to artists at Universal Music UK and BAPAM and conducting workshops and sessions for organisations such as Help Musicians UK and Music Minds Matter. My insights are often sought after by the press and media, leading to frequent appearances as a guest expert and speaker. Notable recent engagements include features on BBC Radio and Radio ABC Australia.
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Music and mental health
As a media expert specialising in the intersection of music and mental health, I have been frequently invited to provide commentary and insights across various platforms, including podcasts, television, and radio programs. My expertise has also led to commissioned journalistic pieces on this subject.
Through my dual roles as a therapist and journalist, coupled with my work for professional musicians, I bring a unique perspective to the table. This first-hand exposure to the lives of musicians, combined with my interviews and ongoing research, positions me as an informed and sought-after speaker and commentator in this dynamic field.
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Books
I’ve authored several books, including ‘Your Mind Matters: How to Talk About Your Mental Health’, ‘How to Understand and Deal with Stress’, and ‘How to Understand and Manage Health Anxiety’. Additionally, I contributed a chapter to comedian Ariane Sherine’s book ‘Talk Yourself Better’. My books have garnered attention and recognition, with features on ABC Radio Australia, Psychologies, and Fabulous magazine, further amplifying their reach and impact.
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Podcast
My podcast, Sound Affects Podcast, was the first known music and mental health podcast in a now rapidly growing field, garnering significant traction within the industry. It provides a platform for in-depth exploration of all intersections between music and mental health. Each episode features candid interviews with high-profile musicians and industry professionals, leading experts, authors, and researchers in fields of music therapy and music psychology. Guests have included Skunk Anansie, DJ Steve Lamacq, Bez of Happy Mondays, Alan McGee, and the founders of Hip Hop Psych. The podcast has been recognised by NME in its ‘Podcasts for the People’ series and has also been featured in Psychologies and Therapy Today. Additionally, I make regular guest appearances on other podcasts, further contributing to the ongoing dialogue surrounding music and mental health.
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Media expert
As a qualified psychotherapist, I engage in panel discussions, provide media commentary, offer advice, and contribute as an agony aunt for both print and broadcast media on various therapy and mental health subjects. Bridging my expertise in counselling with my journalistic endeavours, I actively advocate for mental health awareness through press features and radio appearances. You can find my insights, quotes, and advice featured in The Sunday Times Style, The Telegraph, Grazia, Psychologies, OK! Magazine, Metro and more. I have also lent support to playwrights seeking to intricately weave complex emotional themes into their scripts.
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