Adam Buxton’s podcast was once sponsored by BetterHelp – but the comedian has admitted the mental health service wasn’t exactly good for him.

He recalls taking a session and telling his therapist he thought he had father issues.

‘I know,’ came back the expert response. ‘I listen to your podcast.’

Buxton asked if that knowledge might affect their sessions, the therapist replied: ‘Oh, I don’t see why…’

‘I DO see why,’ the comic replied, and ceased the engagement.

Buxton’s father Nigel was a regular on  The Adam And Joe Show, where viewers knew him as  BaaadDad.

The comic revealed the therapy exchange at a live show at London’s Royal Albert Hall last night, marking 30 years of Channel 4 show. Here’s our review.

Published: 12 Nov 2026