Media & Appearances
Straight Talking. Media Ready. High Impact.
Allan Clarke, MSc, is a media-ready psychotherapist and trauma specialist with 15 years of clinical experience. He holds a Masters in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Couselling & Psychotherapy and is an advocate for men’s mental health. Allan possesses a voice unlike any other in mental health – a straight talking blend of clinical experience, emotional intelligence, and sharp wit. He has become a trusted guest on podcasts, radio shows (discussing mental health on Midlands 103’s breakfast show) and video platforms. In many cases sharing his clinical and lived experience of being a late diagnosed autistic male.
As a former All-Ireland Best Actor award winner and the host of the acclaimed podcast Straight Talking Mental Health, Allan brings presence, confidence, and clarity to every appearance. He excels in breaking down complex topics such as trauma, anxiety, depression, autism and connecting the dots between mental health and performance.
Straight Talking Mental Health Podcast
Allan’s own podcast Straight Talking Mental Health ran for 125 episodes, featuring raw, honest conversations with guests like Premier League footballer and Ireland U21 coach Jim Crawford, Aslan’s Billy McGuinness, and former Royal Marine sniper James Boardman. No topic was off-limits, from grief, suicide, trauma, biploar, borderline personality disorder to taboo subjects like sex therapy, life as a sex worker. Each episode delivered real stories that helped people feel seen, supported, and sometimes saved.
With a loyal following that developed into a global reach, the podcast showcased Allan’s unique ability to blend clinical insight with relatability and humour, making complex mental health conversations accessible, powerful, and in one particular case – life saving!
How the Podcast Changed Lives
“This podcast kept me alive…”
A listener impact moment from Ballinakill Buzz FM, where Allan shares the life-saving feedback he’s received from STMH listeners.
Featured Interview
Autism, Alcoholism & Self-Esteem
Thomas Green – The Ethical Marketing Podcast
A powerful and personal conversation exploring Allan’s late autism diagnosis, his experience with trauma, and the foundations of self-worth. Raw, thoughtful, and real.
🎧 Guest Appearances
Autism, Acting & Fatherhood
The Reflective Doc Podcast
Allan speaks with psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Reid about being diagnosed autistic at 44, how his childhood shaped him and the impact of music, acting and parenting on his identity.
“Like an alien on Earth — that’s how it always felt, until the diagnosis.”
Self-Sabotage & Video Game Addiction
LeaveBetter Podcast
Boundaries, escapism, and purpose in discomfort.
“We try to control the outside world because the inside feels out of control.”
The Power of Decisions
The Who & How Club
Therapy, relationships, and choosing growth over comfort.
“Every decision we make defines who we are — and who we could become.”
Straight Talking Mental Health
125 episodes hosted by Allan on trauma, anxiety, parenting, neurodivergence, and more. Cutting through the fluff with humour, honesty, and clinical clarity.
“Helping people feel seen, supported — and sometimes even saved.”
Performance, Presence & Media Readiness
With years of acting experience and multiple awards, including Best Actor at the All Ireland Drama Finals, Allan is completely at ease on camera and in front of a live audience. His performance background ensures natural delivery, authentic connection and a confident media presence.
Blending humour, depth and storytelling skill, he speaks with a clarity and charisma that makes him ideal for TV, radio, podcasts, and live events.
Mental Health & Elite Performance
Having played rugby, Allan specialises in bridging the gap between emotional wellbeing and professional performance. With a trauma informed, neuroscience based approach, he works with adults and adolescents to build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and identity under pressure.
- One-to-one confidential therapy for players
- Resilience & mindset coaching
- Performance focused meditation & mindfulness training
- Workshops on pressure, identity & emotion regulation
Book Allan
Producers, guest bookers, or team performance leads, if you’re looking for someone who is emotionally intelligent, clinically grounded, and media-ready, Allan Clarke brings substance, humour, and impact to every appearance.
