Managing Imposter Syndrome (PSK13NOV25)

AvailabilityPlaces available (course only available for users whose main occupation is general practice training (st1-st4) or higher specialty training (st3-st8) or sas doctor)  Add to basket
SubjectProfessional Skills
DescriptionImposter Syndrome or Phenomenon is defined as ‘a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist despite evidence of success’. This one-day interactive workshop looks at what Imposter Syndrome is, how it gets in the way of our work, and then more importantly what tools are available to manage it.
Additional information

‘Imposters’ suffer chronic self-doubt and are unable to internalise their accomplishments however successful they are in their field. This phenomenon is surprisingly common. It can get in the way of professional progress and job satisfaction. The day will include evidence-based solutions using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) techniques. ACT has a huge body of evidence behind it and an impressive pedigree in providing practical tools that are easy to grasp and use.

Due to the interactive nature of this workshop it is essential you join from somewhere quiet where you can participate fully, with both your sound and video on. It will be important for your fellow group members that you are in a ‘confidential space’, ie there are no interruptions (no people in the background, or door bells to answer, children to care for, pets to manage etc).

 

Joining Instructions

This is a virtual course, the joining instructions for the virtual meeting will be added to the documents section (above) before the course. Please ensure that you are able to access this before the course so that you are ready to join on the day.

Booking cancellation

Participants must make every effort to attend courses they have booked. If your availability changes after booking, please cancel your place through Maxcourse as soon as possible. This will release the place for colleagues on the waiting list.

If you need to cancel within 1 week of the course or the course has started and you are not able to attend, please email england.lsfdcourses.yh@nhs.net to give your apologies

VenueOnline (Zoom), - Virtual  View details
Date & timeThursday 13 November 2025, 10:00 to 15:00
LecturerDr Susy Stirling  View details
Target audience

This course is only available to General Practice and Higher Specialty trainees, and SAS Doctors within Yorkshire and the Humber.

Mandatory: Dentist, or Doctor, or Public Health Professional

Course styleWorkshop
CateringNo catering
CPD points0.000
CostNo charge
Aims

To understand what Imposter Phenomenon, or Syndrome is, how it impacts on us and others, and to identify some tools to manage it

Objectives

This interactive workshop will look at:

  • What is imposter syndrome/phenomenon?
  • How does it show up for us?
  • What evidence-based tools can we use to manage it?
Learning outcomes

The intended benefits for workshop participants are:

  • To understand what imposter syndrome is
  • To explore its impact on themselves
  • To learn some tools to manage it
  • To explore all of the above in a supportive and collegiate workshop space