In a revelation that has once again thrust Prince Harry into the spotlight, a royal expert has claimed that the prince turned to a therapist with ties to the UK’s intelligence agency, MI6, to address his mental health issues. This claim, made in a new royal exposé, offers a fresh perspective on the prince’s personal journey and the lengths he went to in seeking solace from his inner turmoil.
According to royal biographer Tina Brown, in her bestselling book “The Palace Papers,” it was Prince Harry’s then – girlfriend, Cressida Bonas, who first noticed his “explosive temperament” and became seriously worried about his mental state. Concerned for his well – being, she took the initiative to encourage him to seek professional help. What set this therapeutic journey apart was the choice of the therapist – someone with a connection to the secretive MI6.
A source close to the prince told Brown, “There was a pressing need for someone who could maintain the highest level of discretion and who truly understood the unique pressures of living a dual – life, one in the public eye and the other in private. Therapists associated with MI6 are precisely the kind of professionals equipped to handle such complex situations.” This insight sheds light on the prince’s desire for absolute privacy during a vulnerable time in his life.
The therapist in question was Julia Samuel, a close friend of the late Princess Diana and also a godmother to Prince George. Beyond her personal connections, Samuel was an NHS bereavement counsellor and had previously provided advice to MI6, making her an ideal candidate for the prince’s sensitive case. Through this therapeutic relationship, Harry finally began to confront the trauma that had haunted him since he was just 12 years old – the sudden and tragic death of his mother, Princess Diana.
For years, Harry had coped with his grief in maladaptive ways, from engaging in wild champagne – fueled escapades to simply trying to ignore his pain, telling himself, “Why would thinking about my mum help?” However, with the guidance of the MI6 – linked therapist, he started to unpack these deep – seated emotions.
This revelation not only offers a peek into the prince’s private struggles but also raises questions about the intersection of the royal family’s private lives and the world of high – level intelligence. It also adds another layer to the ongoing narrative of Harry’s complex relationship with the royal institution. In the past, Harry has been open about his experiences with therapy in his memoir, “Spare,” where he discussed how a disagreement with his wife, Meghan Markle, led him to seek professional help. But this new claim about the involvement of a spy – linked therapist adds a new dimension to his mental health journey.
The news has sparked a flurry of reactions from royal watchers and the public alike. Some have expressed empathy for the prince, understanding the need for utmost privacy when dealing with such personal and painful issues. Others, however, have raised eyebrows at the connection to MI6, speculating about the implications of such an unconventional choice of therapist for a member of the royal family. As the story continues to unfold, it’s likely to fuel further discussions about mental health within the royal family and the lengths one might go to protect their privacy while seeking help.
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