Mental Work

Mental Work

Mental Work is the podcast for psychologists about working in mental health, with an early-career focus.
Hosted by Dr Bronwyn Milkins (PhD, MPsych).

About the Host

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Bronwyn Milkins

Mental Work Founder / Psychologist / Youth Trauma Researcher

Mental Work was founded by Dr Bronwyn Milkins (PhD, MPsych), an Australian Psychologist and Youth Trauma Researcher on a mission to help early-career psychologists have sustainable and enjoyable careers from the get-go. Since 2021, Bron has loved hosting Mental Work across 150+ episodes with 100+ guests. She's a bubbly ADHDer who loves dogs, music, and sci-fi.

Recent Episodes

Jan. 21, 2026

What does a lived experience worker do? (with Prunella Howard-Jay)

Bron is joined by Prunella Howard-Jay (Lived Experience Supervisor) about what lived experience workers actually do, why peer work is a discipline (not just a vibe), and how clinicians and peer workers can work together in wa...
Jan. 14, 2026

How ACT can guide us inside and outside of therapy (with Denver Simonsz)

Bron is joined by Denver Simmons ( Psychologist , Supervisor, Writer) to chat about how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has shaped not only his therapeutic work with clients over the past 18 years, but also his own ca...
Dec. 10, 2025

That's a wrap! 2025 end-of-year reflection (solo)

In the final episode of the year, Bron reflects on the wins and challenges of 2025, her favourite episode this year, behind-the-scenes updates to the podcast, and a sneak peek of episodes coming up in 2026. If you've enjoyed ...

Reviews

Episode on 'Developing your professional identity'

"I just finished listening to the interview with Sahra O’Doherty (Episode 31). I really enjoyed this, especially the parts about bringing advocacy and activism to psychological work and the reframe ar…"

Psyched 4 Justice | Oct. 18, 2022

Thank you

"I have just finished my fifth year master’s in psychology. I wish I had listened to this podcast before doing my placement. I am now looking forward to listening to every episode. I have learned s…"

Roxyjuliet14 | Dec. 18, 2023

One of the best psychology podcasts

"I am absolutely loving (and bingeing) this podcast. As an early career psychologist every episode is very relevant and taking away so much from each. I am constantly sharing with my supervisor my key…"

Eddybear123 | Oct. 17, 2023

Enjoying the podcast!

"I really enjoy your style of presentation and the mix of guest speakers. In particular, I appreciated your transparency with your private practice journey including the financial breakdown. This is n…"

Nikki | June 24, 2023

Great work

"I love this podcast - so many interesting voices and experiences."

Reggieman1 | Feb. 1, 2024

Fantastic resource for Early Stage Australian Psychologist

"I am finding this podcast so helpful and really appreciate having an Australian source of information. I have particularly valued the early sessions discussing the financial aspects of establishing a…"

NSeanne | Feb. 26, 2024

A fantastic podcast for early career therapists

"I recommend this podcast to all my supervisees. Bronwyn provides an informative and supportive space for the questions, fears, and reflections we all had when starting our career. Her vulnerability a…"

Annabel and Kuma | Feb. 6, 2023

Fantastic podcast - has saved my sanity!

"Thank you Bronwyn for addressing topics that are so important but so rarely talked about. Bronwyn gets it - the rollercoaster of being an early career mental health professional. Interesting, informa…"

messengerisevil | Jan. 11, 2023

Necessary listening for all psychs!

"Thanks for the amazing work you do, Bronwyn! I wish I’d had this podcast in my early career, but I’ve benefitted so much from it now. Thanks for letting me be a part of it too! 💖"

Sahranana | Oct. 29, 2022

Amazing podcast for all psychs

"Hi Bronwyn, just heard about you and your podcast about 15 mins ago via Tegan from the amazing AAPi and already can appreciate your work after listening to the cancellation policy podcast. I would l…"

Betty EC | Sept. 24, 2022

Essential podcast for early career mental health professionals!

"I think this is one of the best podcasts out there for early career mental health professionals. Bronwyn touches on relevant topics and I really like the fact that the episodes are to the point."

Sublimesounds | May 3, 2022

Awesome resources for early career and provisional psychologists

"Amazing episode with Renae Martelli re. letting go of worksheets and tuning into clients! Such a timely episode as I just finished my first placement and found this episode so informative! Thank you …"

RiceGirl1980 | Jan. 9, 2026

Excellent podcast for early career psychs!

"This is a fabulous Australian based psychology podcast (finally!). I am recommending it to all new psychs I work with. Love the topics and wonderful authenticity you bring to the podcast Bronwyn! As …"

hsbdis slaa | Oct. 9, 2023