Podcasts That Make Life (and Work) a Little Easier
This Complex Life:
Parenting, relationships, and mental health, this stuff is messy. This Complex Life is where we get real about the tricky parts of life and tackle the stuff no one gives you a manual for. Whether it’s navigating the emotional rollercoaster of parenting teens, strengthening your relationships, or figuring out how to look after your own wellbeing in the chaos of everyday life, we’re having the honest conversations that matter. Expect practical advice, relatable stories, and a few lightbulb moments along the way. Because let’s face it, life’s complex, but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Inside Social Work:
For mental health professionals, by a mental health professional. Inside Social Work goes beyond the textbooks, diving into real-world practice, ethical dilemmas, and the human side of working in social work, mental health, and therapy. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this podcast offers insights, reflections, and practical strategies to support your work. Join me as I chat with experts, share experiences, and explore what it really means to do this important (and often challenging) work.
Marie’s guest appearances
From Guilt to Grace: Parenting When Your Mental Health Is Suffering
A conversation with Dr Jodi Richardson on the Well, Hello Anxiety podcast Some days you have nothing left to give. What happens when you’re...
EMDR and Adolescents with Marie Vakakis
I recently joined Tracy Lynch on the Understanding EMDR podcast to talk about how EMDR therapy can support adolescents and their families. In our...
Transforming Mental Health Through Education
I recently joined Craig Minter on the Healthy Business Lab Podcast to talk about how education can transform mental health, in families, workplaces,...
Parents of Teenagers with Marie Vakakis
I joined Shane Birkel on The Couples Therapist Couch to talk about something I see a lot in my work. The same patterns that show up in couples...
Creating and Marketing Your Online Program with Marie Vakakis
One of the biggest challenges for therapists looking to expand beyond 1:1 work is deciding what kind of online program to create. If you’ve ever...
How to Improve Your Relationship With Money
Learn how self-reflection and communication can improve your relationship with money and wellbeing. This episode offers practical insights into navigating tough conversations, understanding money habits shaped by childhood, and building stronger connections in relationships.









