Lisa Gunn

Lisa’s role involves creating content, training and delivery in the preventative space of mental health. Lisa started her career in the field of forensic psychology, working in Her Majesty’s Prison service to deliver interventions using CBT techniques. She also managed a Guns and Gangs unit and worked as a psychotherapist in community rehabilitation in the field of addiction. Lisa then trained as a low-intensity CBT therapist and worked with corporate clients in vocational rehabilitation.

Excessive use of social media can leave us feeling anxious, lonely, and isolated. While staying connected helps us foster relationships and keep up to date with the news, it can also lead to feelings of detachment and unfulfillment.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 October 2024

Ever started a new job and wondered if you’re good enough? If you answered yes, you might be experiencing imposter syndrome. Characterised by thoughts and doubts about your ability or competence, these feelings are often accompanied by worries about failure or “being found out”

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 8 May 2024

In today's fast-paced digital world, we often find ourselves glued to our screens, scrolling through negative news and consuming potentially distressing content. This habit, known as ‘doomscrolling’, can have a negative impact on our mental health, sleep, and our interpersonal relationships.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 October 2024

We often associate the summer with sunshine and feeling happier, however around 10% of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) cases occur during the warmer months.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 5 June 2024

Walking is a free and convenient way to enjoy the great outdoors and boost your mood in the process. It’s also a proven way of treating symptoms and mental health problems like stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Keep reading to learn more about what walking can do for your mental health and how best to get started with your new routine.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 23 April 2024

Staying connected to others using our smartphone, tablet, or computer can have huge benefits. By always keeping in touch, we can manage relationships and stay connected with friends and family at the touch of a button. For some of us, this can feel tiring and like we are constantly tasked with keep up on message, emails, and social media posts.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 15 November 2023

If constant stress and overwhelming feelings of dread and despair have you feeling tired and disillusioned with your day-to-day life, you may be experiencing burnout.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 21 October 2024

For many of us, focusing on the positive things in life is a lot harder than dwelling on the negatives. Gratitude journaling is a quick and easy self-help technique that trains the mind to think more about the things (big or small) we’re grateful for.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Thursday 9 May 2024

Remote working has become the new normal for many of us. While these benefits are great, working from home can impact our mental health if we’re not careful. Lisa Gunn provides some tips for making the most of the benefits of working from home.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Friday 4 August 2023

Research shows that people who exercise regularly tend to experience better emotional and mental health. Movement is also proven to help alleviate symptoms associated with mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 24 April 2024

Staying silent on the subject of suicide helps reinforce the stigma and taboo around suicide which can lead to more people feeling they can’t reach out and get the support they need. Below, Nuffield Health Mental Health Prevention Lead Lisa Gunn helps you learn the best way to address the subject with compassion and understanding.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Friday 22 September 2023

Suicide is still a taboo subject that many of us find difficult to talk about. When we do have these conversations, our choice of language matters.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Friday 29 September 2023

The relationship between work and anxiety is an intricate and significant one. The demands of modern workplace, including tight deadlines, high performance expectations and interpersonal relationships can all lead to heightened anxiety levels among employees.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 28 September 2023

Stress-related mental health issues are becoming more and more common in the workplace. How we manage stress at work differs from person to person, as we all have our ways of processing emotions and relaxing.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 24 August 2023

Most of us have experienced a hangover at some point in our lives. We might be familiar with some of the physical symptoms that a hangover can cause, but feeling worried, anxious, or restless are just as common in certain people when they overconsume alcohol.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 19 June 2024

There is a wide range of support available for people struggling with suicidal thoughts. This can range from talking therapy, medication or psychiatric support if required.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 28 September 2023

Many of us experience fluctuations in our mood that can last days, weeks or even months. If the onset of depressive symptoms seem to coincide with changes in the weather or temperature, you may be experiencing a type of depression known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 9 November 2023

Gym anxiety, or “gymtimidation” is common in people joining the gym for the first time or returning after some time off. If you’re worried about how you look or that people will be watching you, you’re not alone. These thoughts and feelings are extremely common and typically stem from a fear of the unknown.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 January 2024

Boosting productivity and working towards achieving your goals doesn’t have to feel daunting and unattainable. Sometimes, the most effective course of action for our physical and mental health is to take a step back and look at simple and manageable ways of improving our day-to-day productivity.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Thursday 12 September 2024

Christmas is a time for celebration for many of us, but it can also induce anxiety and raise expectations, causing cause feelings of worry, panic, and sadness.

Updated: Friday 7 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 November 2023