Knowing Me Knowing You

13 Feb 2026

Knowing … our inner critic pt. 1

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On this episode of Knowing Me, Knowing You, Trent chats with Dr Claus Springborg, the founder of Sensing Mind Institute – a school offering continuing professional development for psychotherapists, to discuss our inner critic and its role in our everyday life.

Claus is the author of books, such as “Transforming Self-Criticism” and “The 5 Knots – A Guide to Being-Centred Therapy”, as well as a university lecturer with a PhD in leadership development for his research on how cognitive science can deepen personal growth.

Together, Trent and Claus start this two-part conversation by finding out more about Claus, including where his interest in knowledge and learning started, the range of professional hats he wears, including his role supporting therapists through the Sensing Mind Institute, as well as some of his personal experiences and how it informs the work he does.

They go on to discuss topics such as the Diamond (Locus) approach and working with spiritually oriented psychotherapists before starting to unpack what inner criticism, how it impacts us and whether we actually have an “inner critic”.

Please keep in mind, the discussions, topics, and advice provided as part of this podcast are general in nature. They should not replace specific and individualised mental health support that might be needed. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, you can visit the Joy Radio support page for assistance and guidance at: https://www.joy.org.au/support

If you like this episode on our inner critic, you might like to also check out:

Knowing… trauma, our nervous system and healing pt. 1: Spotify | Apple Music

Knowing … trauma, our nervous system and healing pt. 2: Spotify | Apple Music

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Knowing Me, Knowing You – hosted by Trent McWhinney and Dave Demmer.

Trent and Dave are mates, therapists, and all-round queer guys on a new journey of personal discovery. Get to know them, and yourself, as they dive into topics on mental health and self-development. Filled with vulnerability and laughter, the boys chat to professionals, experts, and those with lived experience to unpack what it means to truly know yourself.