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Therapy Works

Julia Samuel
Mental Health
Grief
Therapy
Parenting
Family Dynamics
Relationships
Divorce
Family Relationships
Motherhood
Self-Care
Personal Growth
Infidelity
Emotional Well-Being
Emotional Health
Cancer
Self-Compassion
Vulnerability
Addiction
Aging
Trauma

Bestselling author and psychotherapist, Julia Samuel, invites us into her therapy room as she talks to both known and unknown voices about some of life’s biggest challenges. Therapy Works is full of therapeutic conversations which may contain difficult emotions but those that can paradoxically bring light, in all its form. Listeners will hear what the guests have learnt, failed to learn and how th... more

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In this episode, I speak with England rugby captain Megan Jones about grief, pressure, identity and what it means to keep going when life changes completely. Megan shares the experience of losing both of her parents within six months, growing up alon... more

In this episode of Therapy Works, Julia is joined by Mark Williamson, co-founder and director of Action for Happiness and author of the number one bestselling book Make Life Happier. Together, they explore what happiness really means, not as a perfec... more

This week, our Agony Aunties tackle a dilemma that is becoming the "new normal" for many: the 30-something child who simply won’t fly the nest. When a listener writes in feeling a mix of deep love and growing resentment toward her 33-year-old son, th... more

In this episode of Therapy Works, I’m joined by garden designer, writer and Gardeners’ World presenter Arit Anderson to talk about the deeply personal story behind her Chelsea Flower Show garden for Parkinson’s UK. Arit shares how her sister’s Parkin... more

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Recent Guests

Arit Anderson
Garden designer, writer, presenter of Gardeners' World
Gardeners' World
Episode: Arit Anderson On Parkinson’s, Chelsea Flower Show And The Healing Power Of Gardens
Judi Samuel
Daughter, psychotherapist
Therapy Works
Episode: Agony Aunties: Why Do I Feel So Alone in My Grief?
Emily Samuel
Daughter, psychotherapist
Therapy Works
Episode: Agony Aunties: Why Do I Feel So Alone in My Grief?
Helen Fielding
Journalist, novelist, creator of Bridget Jones
Author of Bridget Jones series
Episode: Helen Fielding on Grief, Bridget Jones and Being Loved As You Are (LIVE)
Amir Levine
Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience, co-author of Attach and Secure, author of Secure
amirlevinemd.com (guest)
Episode: EXPERT EPISODE: Amir Levine on How to Build Secure Love
Liz Earle
Entrepreneur, author, and wellbeing advocate
Liz Earle Wellbeing
Episode: Liz Earle on Why Midlife Could Be Your Best Chapter Yet
Julia Bradbury
TV presenter and author discussing life after cancer and wellness journey
Independent author/presenter
Episode: Julia Bradbury on Life After Cancer and Why Busyness Isn’t Healing
Dolly Jones
Author, journalist, mom, and digital strategist
Author of Leaving the Ladder Down
Episode: EXPERT EPISODE: Returning to Work After Motherhood with Dolly Jones
Jon Fox
Cancer survivor, partner of Katie, and guest sharing a grief journey
Episode: Jon Fox on Grieving the Future and the Injustice of Loss

Host

Julia Samuel
Psychotherapist, author, and host of Therapy Works

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 615 ratings
  • White privilege

    Please, no more posh white guests! This does nothing to dispel the myth that psychotherapy is only accessible to wealthy middle class white people!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    hollygr
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Excessive ads and amateur approach

    The amount of ads is unbelievably excessive and interrupting. Makes me think of ‘by all cost financial’ motivation behind podcasts as such. The content itself appears to be quite shallow, especially compounded by deflated host’s personality who is seemingly disengaged from their audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    K_02_08
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Ben Goldmsith

    I don’t know how he has coped. I cried listening to him. He was so eloquent with how he spoke.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeorgieJeggo
    United States7 months ago
  • EXCEPTIONAL & ESSENTIAL

    The most intelligent, insightful, helpful podcast with the most brilliant psychotherapists . Thank you .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LONG HAUL INVESTOR
    United States9 months ago
  • Great podcast

    As a person who discovered Julia on the BBC Change your Mind, Change your Life I have been very impressed and very pleased to find this podcast. It’s very therapeutic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harropjohn
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The format with host-daughter reflections is repeatedly highlighted as a unique and valuable element for deeper understanding.
Some critics note excessive ads and a sense of privilege in guest selections, though many find the discussions deeply helpful and moving.
Listeners praise the host's empathy and insightful guests, describing conversations as life-affirming and relatable.

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Arit Anderson On Parkinson’s, Chelsea Flower Show And The Healing Power Of Gardens
Q: What is a particular challenge you are facing right now with Chelsea Flower Show?
The main challenge is securing funding and sponsor support, navigating the RHS design process, and coordinating an 18-month lead-up to transform a blank field into a fully realized garden while meeting tight timelines.
Agony Aunties: Why Do I Feel So Alone in My Grief?
Q: Hello, my Agony Aunties. We have a question about grief, which is, my husband died two years ago after a long and happy marriage. We didn't have children and I find myself deeply hurt that my siblings have not been there for me in the way I hoped. How do I handle this loneliness and disappointment in my family?
Acknowledges the pain and suggests examining communication with siblings, using assertive but non-confrontational language, and proposing specific ways they could show up. Emphasizes that loneliness is common after loss and that clear requests can help others understand what's needed.
Helen Fielding on Grief, Bridget Jones and Being Loved As You Are (LIVE)
Q: What has been the impact of Bridget on readers and viewers who are grieving, and how has that shaped your view of sharing personal loss publicly?
She notes that many people have found Bridget helpful in processing their own losses, which in turn makes sharing that experience feel meaningful and purposeful.
Helen Fielding on Grief, Bridget Jones and Being Loved As You Are (LIVE)
Q: Given the gap between expectation and reality in Bridget's world, do you still feel that tension while juggling writing and life?
Helen describes the ongoing tension as a core driver for character honesty, explaining that the struggle to balance public perception with private truth remains central to her process.
Agony Aunties: When Your Adult Child Won’t Move Out
Q: My son is 33 and still living at home, works part time, and there's no sign he plans to move out. How can I have an honest conversation without it feeling like rejection?
Start with a non-judgmental observation of the current situation, express care and love, and invite your son into a collaborative discussion about everyone's needs, including time for the parents' relationship and space. Frame the talk as a shared problem to solve rather than a critique, and consider practical boundaries and future plans that acknowledge both sides.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy Works

What is Therapy Works about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Therapy Works features in-depth conversations with therapists, authors, researchers, and people navigating life's toughest moments. Each episode centers on personal growth, grief, and emotional well-being, with Julia Samuel guiding explorations that blend clinical insight with lived experience. Her two psychotherapist daughters join for reflections, offering a multi-generational perspective on therapy, resilience, and how relationships shape healing. The format tends to mix practical guidance with intimate storytelling, making complex emotions feel accessible and actionable for listeners seeking mental health support, parenting insight, and strategies to cope with loss or change. A notable strength is the interplay between guests' expertise... more

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1. Arit Anderson
2. Judi Samuel
3. Emily Samuel
4. Helen Fielding
5. Amir Levine
6. Liz Earle
7. Julia Bradbury
8. Dolly Jones

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