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Therapy Works

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Conversations about life's biggest challenges.

Bestselling author and psychotherapist Julia Samuel invites us into her therapy room as she talks to both known and unknown voices about events and experiences we will all face - and how we face them.

Therapy Works is full of therapeutic conversations which may contain difficult emotions but can also bring light. Hear what the guests have learnt, ha... more

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With frightening headlines, global uncertainty and growing conversations about disaster prepping, more of us are wondering whether we should be stocking up on emergency supplies, putting together survival kits or preparing for the worst. But when doe... more

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Can we ever stop trying to earn our parents' approval? Gyles Brandreth joins psychotherapist Julia Samuel to discuss grief, being “too much” and happiness.

Broadcaster, author, former MP and much-loved television personality, Gyles Brandreth, joins ... more

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This week’s listener is struggling with overwhelming guilt, anger and fear after her 27-year-old daughter survived a devastating fall from a balcony. Psychotherapist Julia Samuel and her daughters Sophie and Emily explore the emotional toll of parent... more

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How do you process grief and find your way forward after the death of the person who made you feel most at home in the world?

Musician, author, and CEO of the Tessa Jowell Foundation, Jess Mills, joins psychotherapist Julia Samuel to discuss the los... more

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Recent Guests

Lucy Easthope
Professor and disaster preparedness and recovery expert with more than 20 years advising governments and supporting communities.
University of Bath
Episode: Prepping: how to stop living in fear of disaster with Professor Lucy Easthope | Special Episode
Gyles Brandreth
Broadcaster, author, former MP and television personality
Episode: Gyles Brandreth: Why I can't stop talking and the secret to happiness
Jess Mills
Musician, author and CEO of the Tessa Jowell Foundation
Tessa Jowell Foundation
Episode: Jess Mills on processing the grief of her mother Tessa Jowell
Ore Oduba
Broadcaster, actor and former Strictly Come Dancing champion
Episode: Ore Oduba on hiding his addiction: “I lived my entire life in fear”
Rosanna Brown
Author, former teacher and advocate for greater awareness of termination for medical reasons
Episode: The hidden grief of baby loss and TFMR
Elif Shafak
Bestselling author, public intellectual; president of the Royal Society of Literature
Episode: Elif Shafak: “All I wanted from my father was an apology”
Mark Foster
Former Olympic swimmer, author of My Double Life
Former swimmer, broadcaster, author
Episode: Mark Foster on hiding his sexuality and learning to be himself
Emily Samuel
Psychotherapist, daughter of the host
Therapy Works
Episode: Mark Foster on hiding his sexuality and learning to be himself
Sophie Samuel
Psychotherapist, daughter of the host
Therapy Works
Episode: Mark Foster on hiding his sexuality and learning to be himself

Hosts

Julia Samuel
Host of Therapy Works; renowned psychotherapist guiding therapeutic conversations.
Emily Samuel
Co-host and psychotherapist; part of the mother-daughter trio.
Sophie Samuel
Therapist and co-host in sessions; daughter of Julia Samuel.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 638 ratings
  • Moving therapy discussions, but please stop interrupting your guest

    I’m new to this pod and very interested in therapy and open discussion about emotional issues. So far, I’m enjoying it, apart from Julia’s rather annoying habit of butting in or finishing peoples’ sentences, almost putting words in their mouth. Their train of thought, therefore, never properly finishes. That’s the part I want to hear, when they really open up. It’s a shame to hear a psychotherapist feeling the need to chip in so often.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Yumtious
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • First world problems

    Sometimes it seems a bit like these are first world problems when there are much deeper problems in this world than having the privilege to graduate from university but still not feeling good enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dollbreath🌷
    Canada5 months ago
  • Sophie R

    Have just listened to the latest episode with Mark Williamson. He spoke with such clarity and vision and as always, after Therapy Works interviews, I felt inspired and proactive! Have downloaded the Action for Happiness App and look forward to their daily ‘happiness’ tips. Thank you, Julia, for yet another wonderfully insightful conversation. Therapy Works is utterly brilliant!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soph RB
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom8 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 Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners note diverse guest pools and occasional concerns about privilege or volume/ads.
The format of end-of-episode reflections with two host-daughters adds a unique, family-like dynamic.
Praise for insightful, compassionate conversations and practical therapy guidance.

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Talking Points

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Gyles Brandreth: Why I can't stop talking and the secret to happiness
Q: Why do you feel the need to fill the air with sound?
Brandreth says he may dislike silence and wanted love, approval and applause. He also describes talking as a habit and considers practising pauses so others can respond.
Gyles Brandreth: Why I can't stop talking and the secret to happiness
Q: Is there a link between your past and being a politician?
Brandreth says he wanted to make a difference, and traces his political interest to childhood. He also connects his later ambitions to his father's hopes and experiences.
Prepping: how to stop living in fear of disaster with Professor Lucy Easthope | Special Episode
Q: If they only had one or two things they would be thinking about having listened to you, what would that be?
Easthope recommends having a charged lamp or torch and a first aid kit in accessible places, engaging with preparation only as much as feels manageable, and then deliberately stepping away to do enjoyable things.
Prepping: how to stop living in fear of disaster with Professor Lucy Easthope | Special Episode
Q: Can you help us understand how do we protect ourselves, face the risks without falling into fear and overwhelm?
Easthope says emergency preparation is useful but should be proportionate. She recommends simple supplies and plans, recognizing that anxiety is rising, limiting exposure to alarming news, and making space to return to everyday life.
Jess Mills on processing the grief of her mother Tessa Jowell
Q: What would you say to her?
Mills says she has no regrets because her mother told her before surgery that there was nothing they still needed to say to each other.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy Works

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

A widely-discussed therapy-focused show featuring a renowned psychotherapist in conversation with guests including other therapists, clients, and public figures. Episodes commonly explore intimate topics such as relationships, parenting, grief, loneliness, burnout, and the psychology of performance, often framed by practical strategies, therapeutic concepts, and recommendations for further reading or professional help. The host-guest dynamic is reinforced by candid reflections from the host's two daughters, who share therapeutic insights at episode ends, creating a family-of-therapists vibe. Unique aspects include a strong emphasis on accessible therapy concepts for everyday life, a kitchen-table feel, and sessions that blend personal narra... more

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1. Lucy Easthope
2. Gyles Brandreth
3. Jess Mills
4. Ore Oduba
5. Rosanna Brown
6. Elif Shafak
7. Mark Foster
8. Emily Samuel

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