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Vulnerability can be both frightening and liberating as a business owner and just as a person in general. When we are real and honest with who we are, we attract more of the people who lift us up and support us and our business. At the same time, others get to see sides of you that not everyone will agree with or like. However, being vulnerable also allows you to speak your truth and live in a way where you can be more honest and open about your feelings, wants, and needs. If you feel like you've been holding yourself back and worrying about how others perceive you to a point where you aren't living your best life, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with my good friend, Montoyia McGowan, owner of Stopping the Chase Counseling and Consulting, a therapist, a speaker, and host of the Bougie Black Therapist Podcast. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn what it truly means to be vulnerable and what the not-so-obvious benefits can come from it. Identify ways to combat overthinking and people-pleasing habits. Understand the importance of surrounding yourself with people who support you as your authentic self. Embracing vulnerability as a business owner and as a person, in general, can be a scary yet freeing experience. While it may attract those who support and lift you up, it also means opening up to potential criticism or rejection. But vulnerability is worth it and enables you to live more authentically, speak your truth, and express your emotions more openly. More about Montoyia: Montoyia McGowan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, is the owner and Chief mental wellness therapist of Stopping the Chase Counseling and Consulting in Memphis, TN. She helps empower creatives and the working well to stop the mentally exhausting cycle of chasing people, places, things, and relationships we often feel would contribute to our happiness. Montoyia helps clients consider perspectives that empower them to learn to be more intentional with their thought life and their outside relationships by learning more effective ways to manage past traumatic experiences. She enjoys working with clients who struggle with people-pleasing while helping them learn lasting ways to implement bougie boundaries mentally, physically, and emotionally. Montoyia is also the host of the Bougie Black Therapist Podcast and Youtube channel where she interviews entrepreneurs and other clinicians to help inspire therapists during the process of starting and maintaining their own private practice. She desires to help make therapy an important aspect of self-care. Learn more about the "Field Trip" to Ghana here happening from October 2–9, 2023. Montoyia's Website: stoppingthechase.com ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  

The idea of posting on social media can sometimes feel uncomfortable for therapists in private practice who are trying to market their businesses, but it is no doubt an effective way to network, establish yourself and create know, like, and trust in the mental health community, and connect with new clients... if done well. But how do you know what works and doesn't when it comes to managing social media for therapists in private practice? And how can you make the process of posting and growing a following not feel like a stressful, time-consuming chore that leaves you riddled with impostor syndrome and battling perfectionism in a very public, online space? If you have been thinking about using social media to grow your business and leave an impact on the mental health community but feel stuck or intimidated, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with Kelly Mckenna, a therapist, and social media and business coach for therapists. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn how to use social media to grow your private practice without getting overwhelmed with perfection paralysis. Understand the benefit of reaching therapists through social media and how that can lead to clients. Identify the exact content that types and structures that are most effective to grow a following on social media and how to simplify the creation process. If you learn to use social media effectively, it can be one of the most powerful marketing tools around to network and grow your clientele for your private practice. Take this opportunity to hear more about Kelly's experience and decide for yourself. More about Kelly: Kelly McKenna is a licensed therapist and business coach for therapists. Kelly built her private practice totally on Instagram @sitwithkelly. By providing educational and relatable content and Reels about anxiety, she's been able to help millions of anxious women. Kelly also coaches other therapists, helping them to find their voice online and grow thriving private practices. Kelly's Website: sitwithkelly.com Apply for coaching with Kelly here. Check out Kelly's Reels Membership for fresh social media ideas for your private practice. ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ---------------------------- Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Owl Practice! I would also like to thank Owl Practice for sponsoring this episode. Running your own practice is hard. With so many moving parts, it can sometimes feel overwhelming. That's where Owl Practice swoops in....

It can be really easy for new entrepreneurs to get caught in a comparison trap and uphold these one-dimensional expectations and standards around what it means to be successful. Many new entrepreneurs are often under the belief that success is measured by meeting grand goals and making tons of money, but the reality is that success holds a different meaning for everyone, and if you structure your business and lifestyle to match your values, you will be able to create a business that, no matter how much money you make or many vacations you take, will be truly fulfilling. If you are at the place where you wonder what's next and if you're "doing entrepreneurship the right way," then this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with Amber Lyda, psychologist and moderator of the Online Therapists Facebook Group. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Identify different ways to measure success and avoid the comparison trap. Understand that it is okay to say no to things that don't align with your values and that not jumping on trends doesn't mean that you will be lacking. Learn ways that a therapist can evolve their entrepreneurial ventures over time, from butt-in-the-seat therapy to the skies the limit. It's important for therapist entrepreneurs to embrace the idea that entrepreneurship is a journey and not a destination. As they grow and evolve, it's okay to pivot their business and services to better align with their passions, values, and goals. Being open to change and evolution can lead to even greater success, opportunities, and fulfillment in their entrepreneurial journey. Message from Amber: Hi. I’m Amber Lyda. I’m a psychologist who, for YEARS, let my inner Go-Getter trample all over my inner Life-Haver. I found a way to continue to do the work I LOVED without sacrificing the life I wanted. I left my agency job and started an ONLINE-ONLY cash pay therapy practice… and then I built a side hustle… which turned into my primary hustle. Now I help other therapists do the same! I coach, consult, and teach courses to help therapists get clear on the life they want to have and how to get there. Whether it’s… training them to build their own online therapy practice, marketing to private pay clients (yes, across state lines!), or coaching them through finding their other passions and turning them into profits, I help therapists Dream Big and Live Better.  Email me and share where you are in your dream building and what you need to move forward! Facebook: Online Therapists Group Amber's Website: amberlyda.com ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ---------------------------- Mentioned in this...

As a mental health worker, you are often placed on the frontline of experiencing and supporting people through their trauma, suffering, and pain. It's no surprise that that can easily lead to a feeling of emotional and physical exhaustion known as compassion fatigue. It can almost be said that it sort of comes with the job. So, if you are experiencing these symptoms and starting to wonder how you can protect yourself while still helping others, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with Sharise Nance, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Trauma Specialist, Serial Award Winning Entrepreneur, Author, Facilitator, and founder of HandinHand Counseling Services, LLC, and Vitamin C Healing, LLC. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand what compassion fatigue is and how to identify it within yourself. Learn how to navigate and build an immunity to compassion fatigue (since you can't completely prevent it in this line of work). Identify ways to shift the energy around how you help people and use other entrepreneurial outlets to support mental health while protecting yourself. Compassion fatigue can be a challenging thing to address and can hit hard, so understanding how to be flexible and pivot your thinking, actions, and maybe even career to support your needs and wellness, will ultimately help you be charged and ready to take care of yourself and others as well as find the work-life balance that every entrepreneur needs to live a fulfilling life. More about Sharise: Sharise Nance is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Trauma Specialist, Workshop Facilitator, Global Speaker, Serial Author, and Entrepreneur. She is the co-owner and founder of HandinHand Counseling Services, LLC and has over 20 years of experience assisting individuals, couples, and families see beyond energy depletion, hopelessness, panic, guilt, and feeling overwhelmed and assists them in making a shift to a place of peace, joy, clarity, and satisfaction. Sharise also dedicates her efforts to running Vitamin C Healing, LLC an organization that helps companies prevent Leadership Burnout and Compassion Fatigue using a trauma-sensitive and systems approach to create a supportive work culture that prioritizes work-life balance and integration. With considerable experience speaking at keynotes, workshops, and seminars for helping professionals, mental health leaders, and entrepreneurs across the globe, she strives to equip individuals with the tools to tolerate the high demands of work and life, imposter syndrome, as well as manage and prevent compassion fatigue and burnout in order to live happy, fulfilled lives and careers. With her depth of experience of working with a diverse population of people from all walks of life, Sharise is eager to share all that she’s learned.  Most recently, Sharise created the S.W.A.G. Awards: Social Worker Appreciation of Greatness Awards, to honor the “heart work” of local social workers in the Greater Pittsburgh area who often go unappreciated and unrecognized.   She resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with her husband William Nance.  More information on Sharise can be found by visiting www.sharisenance.com. Sharise's Email: info@vitaminchealing.com ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: 

The time between holidays and the end of the year can sometimes feel unsettling and anxiety-inducing. It's when we are both told to rest and, at the same time, to start planning our fresh start and big goals for the new year. During this time, it's not uncommon for entrepreneurs to feel a sense of anxiety as they try to live up to the idea that they've worked hard all year and now should reward themselves with rest while at the same time feeling guilt over not using their time to create. If you feel like this time period that society has set aside for rest, reward, and planning doesn't feel quite right, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with Cindi Miller, licensed counselor, coach, and copywriter for therapists, about navigating this time of year. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn how to manage and respect your time so that you can feel confident and comfortable with how you use it. Understand how to stop living with the idea that there is a magic reset moment where your progress, goals, and self-care end and begin. Identify healthy ways to define your success, break the molds of societal and capitalistic expectations, and protect yourself from burnout. There is a lot of noise around how to treat the new year with resolutions that create these artificial deadlines that can leave you feeling depleted and defeated if not met or maintained. It's important to learn how to approach goals and accomplishments in a steady and fluid way that also resists the comparison trap. Cindi's Instagram: @sportsfoodandmentalhealth Cindi's Therapist Page: resilientmindcounseling.com/cindi-miller-ms-lcmhc ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ---------------------------- Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you prepare for the new year as a private practice owner, one area of your business where you might be able to level up your client experience is from the moment that they enter your office and check in with you. For many private practices, the client check-in process can be a bit awkward and confusing. Clients often enter into an empty waiting room. And chances are you're wrapping up a session with someone else, so there's no way of knowing when they arrive. With a visitor management system like The Receptionist for iPad, you can provide clients with a discreet and secure way to check in for their appointment while instantly being notified of their arrival. What's more, The Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the...

Therapists starting private practice often get hit with a lot of self-doubt and end up second-guessing many of the decisions they make. Grad school doesn't prepare us to build a business, so when we decide to go into private practice, everyone seems to give different advice and have different values around what's ethical, how you should handle money, what is and isn't okay when providing client care, etc. It can feel really overwhelming when there are so many voices saying how private practice should be done. In this episode, I talk with Tara Holmquist, psychologist and moderator of the All Things Private Practice Facebook Group. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the many ways you can do therapy and run a private practice. Get answers to some of the most common questions about private practice startup that show up on the All Things Private Practice Facebook Group. Learn how to align your private practice with your values to thrive and help clients as your authentic self. There are so many ways to structure your private practice. Different clients have different needs, so don't be afraid to step outside the box and make your private practice your own. If you operate from a place of authenticity and align your private practice with your values, you, your business, and your clients will be more likely to thrive. More about Tara: Tara is a clinical psychologist licensed in CA and WI. She has been in private practice for about 5 years working with adults with relational/attachment trauma, as well as addiction/substance use. Her practice is exclusively telehealth, and her practice values include a heavy examination and challenge of implicit biases, internalized capitalism, and patriarchal leanings. Her practice is trauma and social justice informed. And she's a pretty cool regular human too. Tara's Website: therapyforattachment.com DM Tara on Facebook: Send messages to Tara Michelle. ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ---------------------------- Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you prepare for the new year as a private practice owner, one area of your business where you might be able to level up your client experience is from the moment that they enter your office and check in with you. For many private practices, the client check-in process can be a bit awkward and confusing. Clients often enter into an empty waiting room. And chances are you're wrapping up a session with someone else, so there's no way of knowing when they arrive. With a visitor management system like The Receptionist for iPad, you can provide clients with a discreet and secure way to check in for their appointment while

Do you dream of entrepreneurship but hesitate whenever you think of the “what ifs” around health care and being able to work for yourself?  Are you working for yourself now while struggling with a chronic health condition and wondering how to keep to it all together as you try to find balance between business and health? Do you ever worry about what the heck you would do if a chronic health condition were ever to appear for you? Well, this episode is for you. I talk with Hillary Bolter, therapist and motivational interviewing expert and trainer, about the effect that chronic health conditions have on entrepreneurship. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand that chronic health conditions don’t always have to put a stop to your entrepreneurial career. Learn how to create space for healing and self-care by shifting your processes and accepting help when needed and available. Identify ways to reshape your professional and personal lifestyle and habits to accommodate for substantial life changes without stopping you from following your passions. So, if you find yourself facing difficult, sometimes unexpected, major life changes due to chronic health conditions, know that you are not alone.  It can painful and challenging, but it is not necessarily impossible to make adjustments to your process to help you continue your entrepreneurial journey. This is a tricky and very personal issue to navigate, so it’s encouraged that you seek support, ask for help, and be open to change.  And make sure to give yourself time, patience, and kindness as you navigate through these life transitions. A Message From Hillary: Hi, I'm Hillary Bolter, MSW, LCSW, LCAS. I am one of those folks that inherently thinks I have great ideas and solutions for people upon first encounter (Enneagram 1!). I’m ready to jump in and FIX! When I began my MI learning process, I realized just how essential MI was going to be for my energy, effectiveness, and longevity in the helping profession! I have been a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) since 2011. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Addiction Therapist and absolutely delight in helping individuals, groups, and organizations learn the essential skills of Motivational Interviewing. I have worked as a helping professional for 20 years, ranging from working in wilderness therapy to community mental health, providing in-home & school-based services, as a therapist with specialties including working with anxiety, trauma, addiction, and veterans. Check out Hillary's 12-hour hybrid live and self-paced virtual workshop on the Foundations of Motivational Interviewing: micenterforchange.com/beginner-foundations Save a spot for a FREE Motivational Interviewing Masterclass on Hillary's Website: micenterforchange.com ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All...

Do you ever think that, even though you might love being a therapist, there is another calling out there or a way to take your therapeutic skills and give back to the world? Do you ever feel stagnant in your career and wish you could rekindle your passion or shift it to something related but better for you? Have you ever wanted to get away, travel someplace new, have an adventure, and experience the world in a raw and authentic way without having to take time from your busy schedule to make plans or figure out what that kind of experience looks like? Well, this episode is for you In this episode, I talk with Jennifer Agee, therapist, strategic business coach, retreat host, founder and owner of Counseling Community, Inc., and host of the "Sh*t You Wish You Learned in Grad School" podcast. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the power behind therapist entrepreneurial retreats and how it opens doors to new possibilities in unexpected ways. Learn what stepping out of your comfort zone can do for your personal and professional growth. Understand the ways retreats shape and shift therapists’ careers to create more profitable and fulfilling opportunities. So, if you are ready to have your adventure and walk a different path to lead you to your calling, then retreats might be the thing for you. It’s amazing how much they can impact lives, as well as the extreme amount of growth that comes from being in an incubator of like-minded professionals. Listen to the experiences of two retreat hosts who are deep in the therapist entrepreneurial retreat and travel world. And who knows, maybe you’ll want to attend one in the future or even create your own. More about Jennifer: Jennifer Agee, LCPC is a Strategic Business Coach leading retreats in the US and internationally providing entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed. She is the founder of Counseling Community, Inc. and the host of the podcast “Sh*t You Wish You Learned in Grad School.” Jennifer owns a group private counseling practice in Kansas City where she lives with her husband. For the first 15 years of her career, Jennifer served as the Executive Director of two non-profit organizations working both domestically and internationally. She combines business practicality, strategy, compassion, and fun to all of her business ventures. Jennifer's Website: counselingcommunity.com Jennifer's Podcast: Sh*t You Wish You Learned in Grad School ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ---------------------------- Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you...

Ever worry that you’ll get locked into the career and business choices you make now and then you’re stuck with them forever? Have you ever felt like you were following someone else’s path because it’s what “everyone” says will “set you up for life,” but it’s not working for you? Are you looking for the way to build a business grounded in authenticity, healing, growth, emotional security, and abundance? Well, this episode is for you. I talk with Yunetta Spring, therapist, and CEO and founder of both Spring Forth Counseling and Ground Breakers Coaching and Consulting. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand how healing is an ongoing process of the entrepreneurial journey. Learn what it takes to stay centered in your business while still allowing yourself to change and grow. Understand why you don’t have to lock into your current passions forever as well as how your business can change and grow with you over time. So, if you are determined to grow as a business owner and feel overwhelmed with the choices and paths before you, and you want to get a firm grasp on what it takes to create an abundant, grounded, and flexible entrepreneurial life, this is an opportunity to dive into the minds of two entrepreneurs who have created that for themselves. Entrepreneurship can pull you in many different directions, so it’s important to understand how to stay grounded while allowing room for flexibility, change, and growth. More about Yunetta: Yunetta Spring is a Thriving Therapreneur (Therapist + Entrepreneur) CEO and founder of Spring Forth Counseling and Ground Breakers Coaching and Consulting. Yunetta is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the States of TN, KY, and ID, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor, Clinical Trauma Professional, and EMDR Therapist/Approved Consultant. Yunetta specializes in helping black and brown folks navigate childhood trauma that manifests in adulthood, working exclusively with public figures, professionals, pastors, and practitioners. She works diligently to spread awareness through various media platforms including the weekly “Talk it out Tuesday” segment on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, co-hosting the Deeper than the Diet Podcast, and most recently, self-publishing her self-care workbook, "Take the Struggle out of Self-Care: 6 weeks to create your self-care strategy." Yunetta is a ground breaker, a stigma breaker, and a cycle breaker who cultivates spaces for healing, wholeness, compassion, and change. It is her hope that you will EMBRACE taking off your mask, EMBODY standing in your truth, and EXPERIENCE loving what you see. Self Care Workbooks, EMDR certification packages.*** Book your 15-min free discovery call with Yunetta. Yunetta's Website: Springforthcounseling.org & groundbreakerstherapy.com ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts:

“What is your relationship with money?” Is this a question that you can easily answer, or do you not really know the role money plays in your life and business? Do you ever feel anxious or lost around the topic of money and can’t recognize how you are doing with your finances no matter how much you make or plan for? If you’re struggling with money trauma, do you wonder where the healthy intersection of emotion and money is? Well, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with David Frank, owner of Turning Point Financial Services. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Dispel some of the common myths around money and how to shift your thinking for more financial success. Understand how you don’t need tons of money to start making your financial plan and that it’s never too late to start. Identify ways to balance emotions and money to ensure healthy financial choices and mindset. So, if you are feeling lost around money issues or find yourself putting off important decisions involving your finances and preparing for the future, it’s a good time to really look at more than just “the books” and start thinking about how to find a healthy relationship around the ebb and flow of money. Remember that money comes and money goes, and that is perfectly natural. If you can relate to this or just want to learn more about finances in private practice, this episode is a great place to start. More about David (Financial Planner for Therapists): David Frank is on a mission to ensure every therapist has access to unbiased and fiduciary financial advice! Through the firm he founded, Turning Point Financial Life Planning, he helps therapists navigate every element of their financial lives: from understanding your practice P&L and building a personal budget to managing student loan debt and investing for retirement... and everything in between. Dave earned both his undergraduate and MBA degrees in finance and he also completed a certificate in personal financial planning. He's worked for over twenty years in investment banking, corporate finance, and now personal finance.  Don't let his love of the tax code and spreadsheets scare you off! You're just as likely to find him with his nose buried in one of Pema Chodron's books as reading up on the latest finance planning techniques. David is offering 20% off his Quick Start Coaching Intensive to listeners of the All Things Private Practice Podcast. David's Website: turningpointhq.com Klontz Money Script Test (created by Dr. Brad Klontz): www.bradklontz.com/moneyscriptstest ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ---------------------------- Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our...

Even though you may love being a therapist, do you ever feel burnt out and tired of trading 60-minute increments of time for money? Have you ever thought it would be nice to have some passive income or just another revenue stream, in general, to take some of the pressure off of always wondering if you’ll have enough clients this month to foot the bills? Do you want a way to scale your income and stop trading dollars for hours? Well, this episode is for you! In this episode, I talk with Melvin Varghese, psychologist, founder and host of the Selling The Couch podcast, and online course creator. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn how to take your existing knowledge and skills and create a scalable online course. Understand what common pitfalls and obstacles arise in course creation and how to overcome them. Learn different ways to set up your courses for monetization and how these worked (or didn’t) for 2 successful online course creators sharing their personal experiences. So, if you are starting to feel like just doing therapy is starting to lead to burnout and you need another source of income to help you relax and invest in more self-care, or if you just feel like you have the drive to put your knowledge and skills out into the world on a larger scale and help tons of people at the same time, online course creation might be the way to go. Check out this episode packed full of some of the most helpful tips and perspectives about online course creation. More about Melvin: Melvin Varghese, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist in Philadelphia, PA.  In 2015, Dr. Varghese also founded Selling The Couch, a podcast to help private practitioners grow their impact and income in and beyond the therapy room.  On the podcast, he interviews successful practitioners about how they've built their businesses, and social media/marketing experts to help us learn the lessons we didn't in grad school. Mel also shares lessons as he uses our clinical skillset to create an online business powered by podcasting + online courses.  The podcast is one of the top Career podcasts in Apple Podcasts, has been downloaded over 1.4 million times, and is heard in over 125 countries.  Mel also founded several resources for therapists transitioning from the therapist chair to online income including: The Healthcasters-A podcasting community for therapists (https://sellingthecouch.com/jointhehealthcasters) STC Elite- A mastermind for therapist course creators (https://sellingthecouch.com/mastermind) Selling The Couch: sellingthecouch.com DOWNLOAD THE FREE ONLINE COURSE GUIDE FOR THERAPISTS: sellingthecouch.com/onlinecourseguide ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private...

Have you been thinking about starting private practice but before you get started it seems like a million other things get in the way? Do you feel overwhelmed with all the little things that come on the entrepreneurial journey? Are you determined but stuck on where to start with private practice ownership? Well, this episode is for you. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Get 30 tips to help mental health professionals create private practices. Learn how therapists can effectively use networking, marketing, and content creation to grow their practices. Learn how to avoid big business mistakes to have fewer roadblocks, reduce stress, and combat impostor syndrome. If you're a therapist building a private practice using only what grad school taught you, you might feel especially overwhelmed. When you're studying to be a mental health professional in grad school, they don't necessarily teach you how to run a business. It's true that building a business can be challenging, but it's not beyond reach, and this episode can help you find the place to start. ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you prepare for the new year as a private practice owner, one area of your business where you might be able to level up your client experience is from the moment that they enter your office and check in with you. For many private practices, the client check-in process can be a bit awkward and confusing. Clients often enter into an empty waiting room. And chances are you're wrapping up a session with someone else, so there's no way of knowing when they arrive. With a visitor management system like The Receptionist for iPad, you can provide clients with a discreet and secure way to check in for their appointment while instantly being notified of their arrival. What's more, The Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the need for you to buy an iPad and stand. Go to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice and sign up for a free 14-day trial. When you do, you'll get your first month free. And don't forget to ask about our iPad list check-in option. Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you prepare for the new year as a private practice owner, one area of your business where you might be able to level up your client experience is from the moment that they enter your office and check in with you. For many private practices, the client check-in...

Have you ever been ignored and had your future written off by others because of your circumstances or the way you look? Have you ever stopped yourself from making bold moves because of fear, uncertainty, or thinking that the world is against you and it probably won’t work out? OR are you someone who, no matter how much pushback comes, still can’t seem to let it stop you? Well, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with LaTasha Carter, licensed therapist, group, practice owner, business coach, author, and speaker. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Hear about the struggles and resilience of a First-Generation, Wealthy, BIPOC Entrepreneur, who got an education and built a business while raising a child as a single parent and coming from poverty. Learn how to be a solution-focused entrepreneur and make bold moves for big change, whether that’s by burning bridges or taking risks with no certainty of success. See what it takes to build a business and show up as a BIPOC therapist and entrepreneur despite facing microaggressions. So, if you want to learn more about how to live out your entrepreneurial goals as well as understand the perspective of marginalized communities as entrepreneurs and in business, listen to this episode for valuable insight and personal stories that will bring these topics to life! More about LaTasha: LaTasha Carter is the CEO of GoldStar Counseling & Wellness Center, a division of Therapeutic Connections, PLLC, and Prolific Practice Solutions. She is an author, licensed therapist, business coach, and motivational speaker committed to the empowerment of all individuals. She is affectionately dubbed “The Solution Queen.” In the past decade, she has helped people, in various aspects of the world, discover their inner strength. LaTasha is very passionate about social justice issues and is committed to remaining an advocate. To learn more about LaTasha Carter please visit latashacarter.com or goldstarwellness.com. You can also grab a copy of her book here. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” ― Martin Luther King Jr. ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank Lead to Recovery for sponsoring this episode. Is your practice struggling to acquire new patients? Are potential patients able to even find you when looking online for

Do you ever feel frustrated that you are available to take clients and tons of people are looking for therapists, but you hardly ever get the calls? Have you made a Psyc Today profile, but after months of being “visible” online, nothing has really improved for your private practice? Have you started to wonder if you should consider using those therapy tech startups, but question if they are ethical and if you can even make a livable income through them? Well, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk with Michael Fulwiler, a marketing professional specializing in mental health spaces (including the Gottman Institute) and a consultant for mental health startups. Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the best ways to approach content marketing for therapists. Learn what alternatives there are to using social media and how to find the right marketing outlets for you. Learn what therapists can do to ensure they don’t get taken advantage of by the sketchy tech startups (because not all are created equal), as well as how they can play a part in improving the quality of care for clients and therapists through consulting with those tech startups. So, if you are looking to find ways to connect with your ideal clients and get your caseload filled, this episode will give you the basics to get started.  Content marketing can feel intimidating sometimes, so it’s important to position yourself in the way that best aligns with your preferences and time. And if you love or hate something, there is still a way to make marketing work for you, so listen in to hear more about what paths you can take and find the best one for you. More about Michael: Michael operates at the intersection of marketing and mental health. He leads brand marketing at Heard, a venture-backed startup that helps therapists with their bookkeeping, taxes, payroll, and related services. He is also the founder of Fulwiler Media, a marketing consultancy for mental health companies, and the author of Therapy Marketer, a popular weekly newsletter for therapists. He is the former Chief Marketing Officer of the Gottman Institute. Michael's Website & Newsletter: therapymarketer.co Michael's Twitter: @MichaelFulwiler ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. Chances are you've paid special attention to making sure your clients feel welcomed and at ease from the moment they walk into your practice's space. Make sure you don't overlook one very important step, their check-in experience. The Receptionist for iPad is the...

Autistic, ADHD Therapists and Entrepreneurs… What are the first thoughts that come to mind when you hear the combination of those words? Is it connection, empathy, passion, creativity, and innovation? Is it struggles with picking up social cues, energy depletion, over-commitment, and sensory overload? The answers are broad and vary from person to person, but it’s fair to say that in many cases, it’s a mix of all of the above (and maybe a few more things). In this episode, I talk with Megan Neff, psychologist, an expert in neurodivergence, private practice owner, author, and creator of the Instagram account @Neurodivergent_Insights. Top 4 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Hear from two successful autistic, ADHD Therapists and Entrepreneurs who share their experiences of navigating entrepreneurship after receiving an autism diagnosis in adulthood (which is more common than you may think) Learn why emotional tone and picking up on social cues are NOT the same thing Understand the balancing act between ADHD and autism and how it plays an integral part in entrepreneurship and therapy. Learn ways to protect your energy and manage time to prevent and manage burnout. Whether you have a diagnosis or not, this episode is full of first-hand accounts of experiences that challenge the stereotypes and stigma around autism and ADHD as therapists and entrepreneurs. More about Megan: Dr. Megan Anna Neff has a doctorate in clinical psychology and is currently a psychology resident in private practice where she specializes in working with neurodivergent adults and provides neurodivergent affirming assessments. They are a parent to two neurodivergent children and in an inter-neuro partnership. She is a late-in-life diagnosed autistic-ADHDer who is passionate about educating the mental health field on non-stereotypical presentations of autism and ADHD.  Neff has co-authored two books, published in several peer-reviewed psychological journals and serves as a peer-reviewer for APA journals. She has a passion for research and for translating research into visualizations. You can also find their work on Instagram (@Neurodivergent_Insights) where they turn peer-reviewed academic articles into visual pixels one post at a time. Megan's Website: neurodivergentinsights.com Megan's Instagram: @neurodivergent_insights ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. Chances are you've paid special...

Therapists are often under the impression that their degree locks them into only doing therapy, so they grind through 60-minute sessions which can result in major burnout. But there are many ways to help others and support mental health that doesn't require always doing therapy. In this episode, I talk with Jessica Tappana, therapist, group practice owner, and founder of Simplified SEO Consulting, about what SEO is and why it's one of the best tools for therapists to get clients, as well as how she found her accidental passion for SEO while promoting her own private practice and turned it into an alternative stream of income that continues to help other therapists. More about Jessica: Jessica Tappana is an LCSW, a group practice owner, and the founder of Simplified SEO Consulting. She understands the complexities of owning a group practice and believes that therapists do their best work when they have a steady stream of their ideal clients. After building her own practice using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) as her only marketing tool, Jessica began helping other private practice owners get their websites ranking on Google as well, and she founded Simplified SEO Consulting. Her small team has helped hundreds of other private practice owners reach more of their ideal clients needing their services by teaching them to optimize their own website, as well as offering done-for-you services. Jessica is passionate about helping therapists grow their practices so they can do their best clinical work and loves to talk about SEO, answer questions, and support other mental health professionals. Simplified SEO Consulting Website: simplifiedseoconsulting.com Get 20% OFF of Any DIY Course With Code: ATPP ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. Chances are you've paid special attention to making sure your clients feel welcomed and at ease from the moment they walk into your practice's space. Make sure you don't overlook one very important step, their check-in experience. The Receptionist for iPad is the highest-rated digital check-in software for therapy offices and behavioral health clinics, used by thousands of practitioners across the country. The Receptionist for iPad is a simple, inexpensive way to allow your clients to discreetly check in, notify providers of a patient’s arrival, and ensure your front lobby is stress-free. The software sends an immediate notification to the therapist when a client checks in, and can even ask if any patient information has changed since their last visit. Sign up for a 14-day free trial of The Receptionist for iPad by...

So you built a private practice for your therapy services, created a Psychology Today profile, and made a website (or maybe you skipped some of these), but clients aren't calling. If you're wondering what you're missing that all the therapists who have full practices have, you might want to start with, first, can clients find you online, and, second, can they relate to you? That's where SEO and Authenticity will play a big role in your business. In this episode, I talk with Nick Fuller, SEO specialist and website designer for therapists, and owner of iTherapy, about what it takes to make therapy websites show up on the first page of Google and other online search engines, as well as how to get steady client calls. More about Nick: Nick Fuller from iTherapy has been an entrepreneur and web developer for almost a decade and has worked almost exclusively with mental health professionals since 2016. He not only brings a wealth of small business and technical experience to the conversation, but he also has a great way of communicating tech concepts in easy-to-understand ways. Nick's Services: itherapy.com/websites Nick's Courses: itherapy.com/courses ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. Chances are you've paid special attention to making sure your clients feel welcomed and at ease from the moment they walk into your practice's space. Make sure you don't overlook one very important step, their check-in experience. The Receptionist for iPad is the highest-rated digital check-in software for therapy offices and behavioral health clinics, used by thousands of practitioners across the country. The Receptionist for iPad is a simple, inexpensive way to allow your clients to discreetly check in, notify providers of a patient’s arrival, and ensure your front lobby is stress-free. The software sends an immediate notification to the therapist when a client checks in, and can even ask if any patient information has changed since their last visit. Sign up for a 14-day free trial of The Receptionist for iPad by going to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice, and when you do, you’ll also receive a $25 Amazon gift card. Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you prepare for the new year as a private practice...

What do corporations, mental health, creativity, and fun have in common? In this episode, I talk with Azizi Marshall, LCPC, board-certified trainer in drama therapy, group practice owner, and the owner of Revolutionize Your Private Practice. We talk about... how she used rocks (yes, the ones you find on the ground) to market her business how to use creativity to bring awareness to mental health and art therapy how to be visible with marketing when you're an introvert how LinkedIn was the best tool for her business and connecting with corporate clients how she created a name for her practice in the corporate world and what it's like to work with corporate clients why and when it can actually be good to say no to big corporate contracts and more More about Azizi: Azizi Marshall is a leading mental health and workplace wellness expert teaching businesses around the world how to create and sustain the healthiest, most successful versions of their business possible – by actively engaging employees, leaders and business owners through interactive trainings and creative wellness programs; engaging the whole business. Azizi Marshall is the Founder & CEO of the Center for Creative Arts Therapy, an arts-based psychotherapy practice and training center in Chicago. In a world flooded with burnt out employees, high turnover rates, and mental health dis-information, Azizi’s creative mental health approach and straightforward business advice draw thousands of inspired clients to her work. Best known for her fun and accessible approach to mental health, she’s built a wellness empire from scratch on her laptop and across the globe. Hundreds of businesses have had success using her online programs, such as Mental Health @ Work and Sexual Harassment 101, and her in-person speaking engagements and trainings on topics such as Crisis Resolution, Anger Management, Burnout Prevention, Resilience, Conflict Resolution, Stress Management, Uncovering Implicit Bias, and Creative Self Care to name a few. Azizi is delightfully changing the way the world views mental health. She speaks on stages around the world and mentors scores of heart-led businesses each year to enhance their employees’ quality of life AND their business. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Board Certified Trainer in Creative Arts Therapy and accomplished author, cultivating a lifestyle of freedom and emotional wellness is her life’s passion. Azizi holds graduate degrees in community mental health AND theatre. She has been featured in Oprah Magazine, CNN, NBC News, Thrive Global, Bustle, Reader’s Digest, The Huffington Post, Chicago Tribune, and Glancer Magazine. She speaks on stages and podcasts regularly throughout the country on mental health and Creative Arts Therapy, and guest posts on national news articles about workplace wellness and creativity. Azizi's Website: https://www.azizimarshall.com/revolutionize-your-practice-retreat ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB...

Imagine what you could accomplish in your business if you didn't allow impostor syndrome into your life and if you acted in alignment with your values to fully utilize all the amazing skills and knowledge that you already have to create your dream private practice. In this episode, I talk with Kelly Lynch, social worker, life coach, fitness and nutrition coach, and former EMT, about what it takes to be so aligned with your values, really know yourself, have strong resilience and boundaries, and not "feed the imposter syndrome beast" that you, as a therapist, can be a stellar clinician and private practice owner and live as the best version of yourself. Kelly also shares how she broke down all the steps needed to achieve this with her program, GRIIT, and what led up to its creation and success. More about Kelly: Kelly Lynch is an EMT, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Life Coach, Personal Fitness Trainer, and Nutrition Coach. She has been supporting humans through their journeys and challenges for over 20 years, beginning as an EMT in 2002, and moving into the mental health field in 2009. Kelly launched her private practice, Turning Point Wellness, in 2014, and expanded to a group in 2021. Kelly and her group specialize in Acute Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Injuries in EMS professionals. Kelly launched The GRIIT Project in 2022, and offers life and business coaching through her transformational coaching system of GRIIT. With the five pillars of GRIIT – Growth, Resilience, Identity, Integrity, and Training – she teaches individuals how to identify and harness the expertise they’ve always had, so they can expand into the business and life of their dreams. Kelly's Website: thegriitproject.com ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. Chances are you've paid special attention to making sure your clients feel welcomed and at ease from the moment they walk into your practice's space. Make sure you don't overlook one very important step, their check-in experience. The Receptionist for iPad is the highest-rated digital check-in software for therapy offices and behavioral health clinics, used by thousands of practitioners across the country. The Receptionist for iPad is a simple, inexpensive way to allow your clients to discreetly check in, notify providers of a patient’s arrival, and ensure your front lobby is stress-free. The software sends an immediate notification to the therapist when a client checks in, and can even ask if any patient information has changed since their last visit. Sign up for a 14-day free trial of The Receptionist for iPad by going to 

Many therapists are afraid to show up on social media in any way that relates to their profession and make money using their therapeutic knowledge and skills that isn't 60 minutes in a chair. But is it actually unethical to be a therapist "influencer," or is it the next step in opening up conversations about mental health? In this episode, I talk with my friend, Jeff Guenther, for the third time on this podcast. Jeff is a therapist, owner of TherapyDen, and a huge voice in the therapist community on TikTok as TherapyJeff. He shares the experiences that he has had with growing a following on TikTok as a therapist, making money doing it, and both the positive and negative feedback he's received. More about Jeff: Jeff Guenther, LPC, is a therapist in Portland, OR. He has been in private practice since 2005 and currently leads workshops on how health and wellness practitioners can build their digital brand and attract more clients online. Jeff is the creator and owner of two highly-ranked therapist directory sites, Portland Therapy Center and TherapyDen. Jeff also has a large TikTok following as @TherapyJeff. Check out Jeff's Website: therapyjeff.com TikTok: @TherapyJeff Instagram: @TherapyJeff ------------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast here: www.allthingspractice.com/all-things-private-practice-podcast 🎙️Spotify: atppod.com/spotify 🎙️Apple Podcasts: atppod.com/apple 🎙️Google Podcasts: atppod.com/google 🗨️ Join the All Things Private Practice FB Community:  www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding ----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor! I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. Chances are you've paid special attention to making sure your clients feel welcomed and at ease from the moment they walk into your practice's space. Make sure you don't overlook one very important step, their check-in experience. The Receptionist for iPad is the highest-rated digital check-in software for therapy offices and behavioral health clinics, used by thousands of practitioners across the country. The Receptionist for iPad is a simple, inexpensive way to allow your clients to discreetly check in, notify providers of a patient’s arrival, and ensure your front lobby is stress-free. The software sends an immediate notification to the therapist when a client checks in, and can even ask if any patient information has changed since their last visit. Sign up for a 14-day free trial of The Receptionist for iPad by going to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice, and when you do, you’ll also receive a $25 Amazon gift card. Mentioned in this episode: A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist...