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11 Best Therapy Podcasts for 2021

Published: August 18, 2021 Updated: March 24, 2023
Published: 08/18/2021 Updated: 03/24/2023
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  • Podcasts for DepressionDepression
  • Podcasts for Couples TherapyCouples
  • Podcasts for ADHDADHD
  • Podcasts for AnxietyAnxiety
  • Podcasts for Overall Mental HealthGeneral
  • When to See a TherapistSee a Therapist
  • Additional ResourcesResources
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While we encourage everyone to see a therapist if they want to, we understand that for some people, it can be intimidating, out of budget, or inaccessible for some other reason. The following therapy podcasts aren’t meant to replace a therapist, but if you’re looking for advice on mental health concerns, from depression and grief to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), these therapy podcasts could do in a pinch.

Podcasts for Depression

Maybe you need a bit of kindness to manage or cope with depression. On the other hand, perhaps you respond better to tough love. These two depression podcasts offer both perspectives on therapy.

Self Work1. The Self Work Podcast

Dr. Margaret Rutherford has been a psychologist for more than 25 years. She brings compassion and expertise to her  kind-hearted podcast, helping you tackle depression and all that it entails. If you struggle with giving yourself a break or hold yourself to impossibly high standards, you’ll appreciate Dr. Rutherford.

Listen to the SelfWork Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Stitcher.

Hardcore Self Help2. The Hardcore Self-Help Podcast

Dr. Robert Duff’s priority is taking complex, intimidating psychological concepts and breaking them down into understandable, actionable terms you can use in real life. As a practicing psychologist in Southern California, he uses his podcast to help others understand their mental health so they can better treat it.

Find it on Apple Podcasts and Stitcher.

Podcasts for Couples Therapy

No couple should feel shame for considering couples therapy, but if one or both of you are having trouble agreeing to go, or you want to test the waters out first, these two podcasts might help.

The Relationship Show3. That Relationship Show

Naomi Rather, Ph.D., LMHC, and Deborah Curtis, LICSW interview top experts in marriage counseling, therapy, and even sexology to give you a therapist-backed toolkit for marriage and relationships.

Episodes range from talking to sex experts, using dating apps after leaving a marriage, and strategies for successful marriages.

Listen on Spotify.

Couples Therapy Couch4. The Couples Therapist Couch

Shane Birkel works from his own private practice in New Hampshire where he focuses on family and marriage therapy. He’s constantly expanding his knowledge and skills with training and new courses, keeping his work fresh and up to date. If you struggle to know what a healthy relationship looks like, Birkel is here to help with his podcast.

Listen on Itunes and Spotify.

Podcasts for ADHD

If you struggle to focus and keep things organized, then these two ADHD-approved podcasts can help.

5. ADHD reWired

Licensed social worker Eric Tivers had 21 jobs before he turned 21, which makes sense when you consider that he has ADHD. Now, he specializes in working with individuals with ADHD and those on the autism spectrum. Every week he shares his experience with ADHD as well as expert voices in the field to give advice, share stories, and offer strategies for managing ADHD and mental health.

You can listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and TuneIn.

6. Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast

Nikki Kinzer is a former merchandise manager and professional organizer who now works as a certified ADHD coach through the ADD Coach Academy and the International Coaching Federation. She works alongside Pete Wright to offer insight, advice, and coping strategies for ADHD.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more.

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Podcasts for Anxiety

Anxiety often needs to be treated over a period of time if you want to maintain healthy coping skills; however, relief can still be found in listening to anxiety or meditation-related podcasts. Here are two podcasts that tick the boxes for anxiety relief.

Not Another Anxiety Show7. Not Another Anxiety Show

Kelli Walker is a certified health and wellness coach who struggled with her own anxiety and panic attacks. Big moves, job changes, even holiday seasons, all of it left her stressed and terribly anxious, so much so that she could barely leave her house.

Now, she uses her podcast to help others tackle the same crippling anxiety she faced. Find it on Apple Podcasts.

Mindfulness Meditation Podcast8. The Mindfulness Meditation Podcast with Danny Ford

If you’re looking for mediation led by an actual psychotherapist, then you’ll like Danny Ford’s guided meditations and mindfulness practices. Their calm, compassionate voice creates a relaxing, safe space to help you reconnect with yourself and feel your emotions in the way you need to. Ford’s podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Luminary.

Podcasts for Overall Mental Health

If you’re feeling like you could use an overall mental health tune up, or aren’t sure where exactly to begin when it comes to mental wellness, these three podcasts tackle a wide range of topics.

Feeling Good9. Feeling Good

David Burns is a doctor with impressive distinction in his field. He received his M.D. from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Burns’ podcast uses his wealth of experience to provide listeners with proven ways to feel better about their lives, their emotions, and their future.

You can find it on Apple Podcasts.

Therapy for Black Girls10. Therapy for Black Girls

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is here to tackle the unique and distinct challenges that black women face, especially when it comes to mental health and therapy. She’s especially fond of using pop culture to illustrate psychological concepts in ways listeners can relate to.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify

Cleaning Up The Mental Mess11. Cleaning Up The Mental Mess

Feeling cluttered, unfocused, and mentally “busy?” Who better to help than an actual neuroscientist? Dr. Caroline Leaf is a cognitive neuroscientist and mental health expert who brings years of experience to the table. She gives you practical tools and tips to use your mind to the best of its ability.

Listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Podbean.

When to See a Therapist

Therapy podcasts can be a great resource for those struggling with mental health. They can even be used as a companion to actual therapy. Keep in mind that a trained, licensed therapist can focus solely on you, get to the root of your struggles, and offer personalized insight. If or when you’re ready to see a therapist, here’s how to get started.

Additional Resources

Education is just the first step on our path to improved mental health and emotional wellness. To help our readers take the next step in their journey, Choosing Therapy has partnered with leaders in mental health and wellness. Choosing Therapy may be compensated for marketing by the companies mentioned below.

Online Therapy 

BetterHelp – Get support and guidance from a licensed therapist. BetterHelp has over 20,000 therapists who provide convenient and affordable online therapy.  Complete a brief questionnaire and get matched with the right therapist for you. Get Started

Online Psychiatry

Hims / Hers – If you’re living with anxiety or depression, finding the right medication match may make all the difference. Get FDA approved medication prescribed by your dedicated Hims / Hers Healthcare Provider and delivered right to your door. Plans start at $25 per month (first month)*. Get Started

Medication + Therapy

Brightside Health – Together, medication and therapy can help you feel like yourself, faster. Brightside Health treatment plans start at $95 per month. United Healthcare, Anthem, Cigna, and Aetna accepted. Following a free online evaluation and receiving a prescription, you can get FDA approved medications delivered to your door. Free Assessment

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For Further Reading

  • Mental Health America
  • National Alliance on Mental Health
  • MentalHealth.gov

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