Rephonic
Artwork for A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

KCBX
Mental Health
Grief
Music
Dementia
Poetry
Alzheimer's Disease
Brain Health
Communication
Self-Disclosure
Therapy
Emotional Sharing
Vulnerability
Cultural Constraints
Phd In Creative Writing
American Dementia
Loneliness
Live Oak Music Festival
Marriage and Partnership
Loss
Theater

The Reluctant Therapist, Elizabeth Barrett, leads a conversation about the state of our collective mental health and the ways in which our helping professions are either aiding or getting in the way of our cultural well-being. With so many social services, treatments and programs available—why are we all still struggling in so many ways?

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes37Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Society & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

Latest Episodes

Tune in for a conversation about the Conundrum of Birthdays. Some years feel more significant than others with the changing of opportunities, abilities, transitions to new realities or simply a moment to be grateful for getting another year to travel... more

Tune in for a Conversation backstage at the 2025 Live Oak Music Festival with Liam Gallaher-Murphy and Ross Wylde of the folk duo Murphy Wylde, who were a crowd favorite at last year’s event. The pair talk about their relationship as creative and rom... more

YouTube

This week its a best of presentation-History provides examples of artists, writers, and visionaries (such as Dr. Martin Luther King) who have pursued their full potential despite addiction, depression, eating disorders and other serious conditions. I... more

YouTube

Tune in for a Conversation with Psychotherapist and trauma specialist, Leslie Bullock about how trauma shows up in life, the mind and the body and the variety of practices available to address the somatic experiences. With over 20 years of experience... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

We Can Do Hard Things
We Can Do Hard ThingsTreat Media and Glennon Doyle
The Daily
The DailyThe New York Times

Recent Guests

Meg Chisholm
Psychiatrist, Professor of Medicine and Vice Chair for Education in Psychiatry and Behavior Sciences at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Episode: Best of: Thriving in spite of serious mental conditions
Leslie Bullock
Licensed psychotherapist and trauma specialist; licensed clinical social worker; trauma resiliency model practitioner; EMDR provider; trauma-sensitive yoga facilitator
Private practice (unspecified)
Episode: Treating Trauma Through the Mind/Body and Mindfulness Connection
Allison Lorne
Registered nurse, certified nurse midwife, and holistic healer
Episode: Attending to Women's Health Through a Holistic Lens
Gayle Kirschenbaum
Emmy award-winning filmmaker, writer, and forgiveness coach
Filmmaker and author of "Bullied to Besties"
Episode: How Forgiveness Can Prevent and Heal Estrangement
Miko Marks
American Americana singer based in Oakland, California
Episode: Miko Marks and Chuck Prophet
Chuck Prophet
California-based singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer
Episode: Miko Marks and Chuck Prophet
Michele Weiner-Davis
Licensed clinical social worker and author of eight books, including Divorce Busting and The Sex Starved Marriage.
Divorce Busting Center
Episode: Best of: Michele Weiner-Davis, LCSW on Divorce Busting
Jane Chen
Globally recognized entrepreneur, speaker, and leadership coach
Co-founder of Embrace, author of 'Like a Wave We Break'
Episode: A Memoir of Triumph, Trauma and Healing
Kannyn January
CEO of Ambiance, mother of two, and women of the 21st century
Ambiance
Episode: Women - Builders, Creators, Makers of Life

Host

Elizabeth Barrett
Host of A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • New Normal Gone Wrong

    Like, where is my cell phone, like totally far out man, like, like, everyone is like an idiot. Please take their social media away, like yesterday.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NEW BEGINNING from CA
    United States5 years ago
  • Keeps me grounded

    Elizabeth’s wisdom about ALL topics make me look forward to every episode. Her perspective about topics are refreshing, eye opening, relatable, and just make you say “YES!” out loud. As I listen I’m constantly feeling understood. It’s the type of podcast where you want to take notes as Elizabeth’s one liners have the power to make a huge impact. As I listen, I feel like I’m getting a personal therapy session for freeee. Thank you for keeping me grounded and present, Elizabeth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Molly Gazin
    United States6 years ago
  • Compassionate conversations

    In a world that is seems ever increasingly divided and anxious, Elizabeth’s compassionate, insightful, thought provoking conversations are more important than ever. She brings heart and wisdom to her show and her listeners, and her passion for mental health and collective well being shines through.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annabellechelsea
    United States6 years ago
  • Wonderful show

    I find Elizabeth’s show very informative and I love her down-to-earth advice on the focus subject. This is like sitting in on a conversation with a wise, compassionate friend and her well-chosen and equally interesting guests. Very thought provoking and helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K@8888
    United States6 years ago
  • Real Deal

    Knowledgeable host getting down to brass tacks on topics many find difficult to address. I always feel good after listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theVez@poly
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans highlight the show's relevance to current mental health challenges and eco-social issues.
Listeners praise the host for compassionate, insightful conversations and practical takeaways.
Listeners appreciate the host's down-to-earth advice and thoughtful, non-judgmental approach.
Audience remarks that episodes feel like a personal therapy session, with relatable narratives and credible guests.

Top Society & Culture Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Stuff You Should KnowiHeartPodcasts
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion
This American Life
This American LifeThis American Life
Focus: Adults in the Room
Focus: Adults in the RoomKUOW News and Information
Sword and Scale
Sword and ScaleSword and Scale
The Viall Files
The Viall FilesNick Viall
The Determined Society with Shawn French | Mindset, Adversity & Growth
The Determined Society with Shawn French | Mindset, Adversity & GrowthShawn French | Adversity & Determination Expert
Behind the Bastards
Behind the BastardsCool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Another Year, Another Reluctant Therapist Anniversary
Q: Can you expand on how children with ADHD relate to the environment in their home?
The atmosphere in the home can greatly impact children's behavior. Factors like instability, lack of sleep, and chaotic schedules can lead to attention issues, often mistaken for ADHD symptoms.
Attending to Women's Health Through a Holistic Lens
Q: How do midwives focus on women's health care outside of labor and delivery?
Midwives have historically served as healers and herbalists, supporting women in all phases of their life, beyond just childbirth.
Attending to Women's Health Through a Holistic Lens
Q: Can you describe what it is that you're doing now?
My work focuses on holistic health, integrating body, mind, and spirit, particularly for women in perimenopause and menopause.
Celebrating Love In All Forms
Q: What are your thoughts on expressing love through friendship?
Friendships require effort and nurturing just like romantic relationships do.
Celebrating Love In All Forms
Q: Do you know your love language?
Yes, I know my love language; it's acts of service.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Thoughtful conversations about mental health, wellbeing, and the systems that shape care are a throughline. Across episodes, the host explores practical coping strategies, the role of therapy and medications, holistic health approaches, caregiving and aging, family dynamics, and the social forces that influence how we seek help. Guests include clinicians, authors, artists, and organizers who share personal journeys and evidence-informed perspectives, often weaving in real-world challenges like access to care, eco-anxiety, divorce and relationships, and intergenerational change. This mix tends to attract listeners who value compassionate, nonjudgmental dialogue, actionable takeaways, and a willingness to question conventional approaches to m... more

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. Fresh Air
2. We Can Do Hard Things
3. The Daily
4. Good Hang with Amy Poehler
5. The Bulwark Podcast

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 11 years ago and published 37 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Meg Chisholm
2. Leslie Bullock
3. Allison Lorne
4. Gayle Kirschenbaum
5. Miko Marks
6. Chuck Prophet
7. Michele Weiner-Davis
8. Jane Chen

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days