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
Should I start a group private practice or stay solo? (with Marie Vakakis)
Marie Vakakis and Dr. Jodi Richardson dive into creating harmony this Christmas. From managing expectations to navigating family dynamics, this episode offers insights for a joyful festive season.
Creating a More Harmonious Christmas with Marie Vakakis
Marie Vakakis and Dr. Jodi Richardson dive into creating harmony this Christmas. From managing expectations to navigating family dynamics, this episode offers insights for a joyful festive season.
Tips For Nailing The First Three Therapy Sessions
In this episode of The Mental Web, Marie Vakakis joins Bronwyn Milkins to discuss essential strategies for early-career therapists navigating their first therapy sessions. From setting clear expectations to building trust and rapport, Marie shares actionable steps to create a strong foundation for effective therapy and long-term client success. Perfect for new practitioners looking to boost confidence in their initial sessions!
Working Effectively with Teens
Bron and Marie explore how to work effectively with teenage clients. We cover 👉🏽 The importance of getting to the root cause of behaviours like...
Family Therapy: The basics and an intro to relational dynamics
Bron and Marie explore how to work effectively with teenage clients. We cover 👉🏽 The importance of getting to the root cause of behaviours like...
Working with Couples
Bron and Marie chat about working well with couples on common issues like sexual desire discrepancies, communication, and conflict. Marie shares her...









