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Inside Social Work

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by Marie Vakakis

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Ever wondered what it’s really like to work on the frontlines of social change? Inside Social Work takes you behind the scenes to explore the realities of a profession that’s equal parts rewarding and relentless. Through candid conversations and honest reflections, this podcast examines the challenges, personal growth, and moments that stay with you long after the day is done. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just curious, this podcast offers a relatable and thought-provoking look at the realities of social work.

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January 21, 2026

Mail Bag

What if I don’t know what I’m doing in my first session?How do I know if I’m being paid fairly?How do I protect my energy in private practice?This episode is a mailbag episode, where Bronwyn and I go through some listener questions. We talk honestly and practically about what it’s really like in the early and middle stages of practice. From first session nerves, to niching, money, burnout and protecting your energy in private practice.This episode is a mix of lived experience, mistakes we’ve made, and the things we wish someone had told us sooner.In this episode we cover:<ol><li data-list="bullet">What actually helps when you’re seeing your first ever client</li><li data-list="bullet">How to think about niching without boxing yourself in</li><li data-list="bullet">Why pay is complicated and what to look at beyond the number</li><li data-list="bullet">How to protect your mental health and energy in private practice</li><li data-list="bullet">Why listening matters more than saying the right thing</li></ol> If you’ve ever wondered if you’re doing this job “right”, this one is for you.If this episode stirred something for you, you are not alone. We are all human in this work.Contact Dr Bronwyn Milkins @ mentalworkpodcast@gmail.comResources• <a href="https://www.mentalworkpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mental Work Podcast</a>Got something you'd like to hear on the podcast?🎙️ Got a question or something on your mind? Send it through. You can write it or email a voice memo to <a href="mailto:contact@marievakakis.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">contact@marievakakis.com.au</a>, and it might be featured in a future episode of Inside Social Work.Your curiosity could help shape a conversation that resonates with the wider community.Want to be a guest? Submit a speaker request here<a href="http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/</a>Got an anonymous question? Submit it here:<a href="https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976</a>

January 7, 2026

How to Feel Confident When Working With Parents

Have you ever been sitting with a young person in session while their parent waits outside, unsure how much to involve them and quietly worrying about saying the wrong thing?Working with parents alongside young people can feel daunting. Consent, confidentiality, boundaries, imposter syndrome, emotional parents and limited time can all make it feel safer to avoid parents altogether.Avoiding bringing families into the room missed crucial information and support for the young person . It can also leave families feeling excluded and unsure of how to help.In this episode, originally recorded for the Mental Work podcast with Dr Bronwyn Milkins, I talk about how to confidently and ethically include parents in therapeutic work with young people. This is not about full family therapy. It is about thoughtful collaboration that supports the work rather than complicates it.If you work with young people and feel unsure about how to manage parents, this episode offers reassurance, practical ideas, and a reminder that you do not need to do this perfectly to do it well.In this episode, I talk about• Why involving parents often feels overwhelming for clinicians• Common fears early career practitioners have when working with families• How to set clear boundaries around confidentiality and expectations• Practical ways to include parents without overwhelming the work• Shifting from fixing to holding space when emotions run high• How collaboration with families can strengthen outcomes for young peopleContact Dr Bronwyn Milkins @ mentalworkpodcast@gmail.comResources:<ol><li data-list="bullet"><a href="https://www.mentalworkpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mental Work Podcast</a></li></ol> Got something you'd like to hear on the podcast?🎙️ Got a question or something on your mind? Send it through. You can write it or email a voice memo to <a href="mailto:contact@marievakakis.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">contact@marievakakis.com.au</a>, and it might be featured in a future episode of Inside Social Work.Your curiosity could help shape a conversation that resonates with the wider community.Want to be a guest? Submit a speaker request here<a href="http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/</a>Got an anonymous question? Submit it here:<a href="https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976</a>

December 10, 2025

Owning Your Own Sh*t

What happens when we don’t own our stuff?This episode of Inside Social Work, I’m joined by psychologist and researcher Dr Bronwyn Milkins to talk about something many of us encounter in our work: what happens when we avoid taking responsibility for how we show up in the work.We explore those reactive moments. The times we avoid difficult conversations. The situations where our own history or blind spots start to shape our interactions with clients and teams. We discuss the importance ofemotional responsibility in mental health settings and why being trained in this work does not make us immune to rupture, defensiveness or being messy humans.We talk about• Why mental health workers idealise their colleagues• What happens when professionals avoid their own inner work• How shame and perfectionism show up in teams• When supervision becomes a mirror rather than a shield• The difference between being healed and being honest• How to recognise your triggers before they spill into the work• Ways to bring more transparency, ownership and repair into your workplaceIf this episode stirred something for you, you are not alone. We are all human in this work.Contact Dr Bronwyn Milkins @ mentalworkpodcast@gmail.comResources• <a href="https://www.mentalworkpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mental Work Podcast</a>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZWf2_2L2v8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brene Brown YouTube clip on blame</a>•📕 Dare to Lead by Brene Brown•📕 Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown• <a href="https://marievakakis.com.au/growing-yourself-up-with-dr-jenny-brown-encore/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grow Yourself Up by Jenny Brown</a> Got something you'd like to hear on the podcast? 🎙️ Got a question or something on your mind? Send it through. You can write it or email a voice memo to <a href="mailto:contact@marievakakis.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">contact@marievakakis.com.au</a>, and it might be featured in a future episode of Inside Social Work.Your curiosity could help shape a conversation that resonates with the wider community.Want to be a guest? Submit a speaker request here <a href="http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://marievakakis.com.au/be-a-podcast-guest/</a>Got an anonymous question? Submit it here:<a href="https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://forms.gle/wg7Lk61xde9Lge976</a>

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What is Inside Social Work?: Ever wondered what it’s really like to work on the frontlines of social change? Inside Social Work takes you behind the scenes to explore the realities of a profession that’s equal parts rewarding and relentless.

Through candid conversations and honest reflections, this podcast examines the challenges, personal growth, and moments that stay with you long after the day is done. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just curious, this podcast offers a relatable and thought-provoking look at the realities of social work.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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