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I'm Dr. Margaret, a psychologist for over 30 years, TEDx speaker, and the author of Perfectly Hidden Depression. I created The SelfWork Podcast in 2016 to explain mental health treatment and to give you the chance to consider therapy without thinking it's weird or that it somehow suggests you can't fix your own problems. My team is very honored that nine years later, SelfWork has earned nearly 5 m... more

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Today on SelfWork I’m answering questions about narcissism as well as frustration and even hopelessness about ever healing from the wounds that narcissists can cause. We’ll hear from one man whose dad he describes as extremely self-centered and emoti... more

Shame may be one of the most, if not the most, devastating feeling about yourself that you can have. I was interviewed this week by a Swedish journalist who asked me some probing questions about my own history with shame – as she’d read an article I ... more

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Recent Guests

Leslie Gray Streeter
Lifelong journalist, columnist for the Baltimore Banner, and author.
Baltimore Banner
Episode: 465 SelfWork: Families and Other Calamities: A Conversation with Leslie Gray Streeter
Marci Hopkins
Author of Chaos to Clarity and host of Wake Up with Marci
Wake Up with Marci
Episode: 460 SelfWork: Marci Hopkins on How To Find Hope and Stop Drinking
Kyle Kittleson
On-camera host for medcircle.com, mental health advocate, and author.
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Episode: 459 SelfWork: Kyle Kittleson On Being Gay, Managing Depression, and Learning Empathy
Ellen Hendriksen
Clinical psychologist at Boston University Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders and author of 'How to Be Yourself'.
Boston University
Episode: 457 SelfWork: How To Be Enough: A Conversation with Ellen Hendriksen
James Doty
A neurosurgeon and professor at Stanford University, known for his work in compassion and altruism research.
Stanford University
Episode: 456 SelfWork: When You Hate Your Body... Body Dysmorphia
Lucas Krump
Chief Growth Officer at Evryman, working to foster men's personal growth and emotional wellness.
Evryman
Episode: 454 SelfWork: Redefining Success for Men: Talking with Evryman's Lucas Krump
Danielle Elliot
Health and science journalist and documentary filmmaker based in New York
Episode: 450 SelfWork: Climbing the Walls: Talking ADHD In Women with Danielle Elliot
Karden Rabin
A nervous system medicine practitioner and co-author of The Secret Language Of The Body
Episode: 444 SelfWork: How to Heal Your Mind Through Your Body: A Conversation with Karden Rabin
Hunter Clarke-Fields
Global speaker, number one bestselling author of Raising Good Humans, and host of the Mindful Momma Podcast.
Episode: 440 SelfWork: Raising Good Humans: A Conversation with Hunter Clarke-Fields

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Dr. Margaret Rutherford
Host of Self Work, psychologist with over 30 years of experience and a TEDx speaker known for her compassionate approach to mental health.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Great, Extremely Helpful Podcast!

    I love Dr. Margaret and The Self-Work Podcast! It’s been so helpful to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1977C
    United States7 months ago
  • Have to skip the 2 minute long advert, easy listening, but actually only really relevant to women.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Conrad B
    a year ago
  • Learning a lot

    Margaret has so many insights and the ability to convey complex mental health issues in a way that is easy to understand. She also just brings so much warmth and compassion to her episodes. A great podcast to listen to if you are looking to learn or make positive changes in your life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucy M.P
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bite-Sized Mental Health Learning

    I cane across this podcast and it has been a blessing. Dr. Margaret covers tough, current issues with compassion and empathy. She is soothing while also providing useful and actionable information. The length of the episodes is perfect and accessible for even the busiest individual.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kdeemo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wisdom with Compassion

    This is the podcast everyone needs. Wisdom and insight delivered with compassion and an easy to understand manner. It’s powerful help in difficult life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MkListening
    United States2 years ago

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Many find the podcast helpful with practical advice and tools for managing emotional challenges.
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Listeners appreciate Dr. Margaret's compassionate and insightful approach to mental health topics.
The shorter episode format is favored for its accessibility, making it easier to incorporate into daily life.

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467 SelfWork: Healing Narcissism's Wounds
Q: How do I get past these trauma bonds and move forward with hope at my age?
The listener is encouraged to work with a therapist, reflect on her own behavior, and focus on self-acceptance and personal growth as she navigates the aftermath of past relationships.
465 SelfWork: Families and Other Calamities: A Conversation with Leslie Gray Streeter
Q: If that's okay, what has it been for you to be a single parent?
It's kind of like I have only been a single parent, and it's the hardest thing I've ever done in my life.
465 SelfWork: Families and Other Calamities: A Conversation with Leslie Gray Streeter
Q: How did writing it change you?
Writing about death or writing about these things that happened are still difficult, but I was pleased with myself for being able to turn it into something else.
465 SelfWork: Families and Other Calamities: A Conversation with Leslie Gray Streeter
Q: What was it like for you to write about a character that was so similar to you?
It was neat to write what I knew, and also it felt cathartic from a healed place that I had not been in before.
464 SelfWork (Second Time Around): Attachment and Intimacy
Q: How can someone convey the concept of Perfectly Hidden Depression to their therapist?
They can share the information directly with their therapist and explain what resonates with them about it.

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This program focuses on providing insights into mental health topics, emphasizing accessibility and practical advice for listeners seeking to understand therapy and self-improvement. It features a variety of discussions, including listener questions, expert interviews, and personal stories that highlight emotional healing, self-acceptance, and the importance of mental health awareness. Episode themes cover effective coping strategies for issues like anxiety, depression, and relationship dynamics, aiming to empower listeners to recognize their own challenges and work towards better mental health. Importantly, the show presents these complex subjects with compassion, making it an inviting resource for anyone interested in personal development... more

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