All Things Private Practice Podcast

Web design, SEO, and Captivating Content Creation doesn't always come naturally to mental health therapists in Private Practice.Hell, we didn't learn this stuff in grad school, which means that mostly everyone's content sounds the same, and a lot of websites simply serve as placeholders, without actually helping w/ SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Google visibility.During this episode, I talk with Daniel Fava of Private Practice Elevation, about why it's so important to understand how to create a website that not only stands out but actually ranks in Google searches.We talk about actual strategies that you can immediately implement that will help you stand out, increase your SEO, and optimize your website and directory pages.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the difference between a good and bad therapist website and what key things to watch out for when developing your online presence. Identify ways to make your website a safe space and establish a connection with potential clients. Learn how to create captivating content on landing pages, utilizing keywords and internal linking, as well as understand the impact of SEO on website visibility and attracting clients. If you take the time to structure and maintain your therapist website in a strategic, authentic, and ethical way, you'll be more likely to see your ideal clients finding and choosing you as their therapist while knowing that you're going to be the best fit.More about Daniel Fava:Daniel Fava is a digital business consultant and founder of Private Practice Elevation, a website design and SEO agency focused on helping busy private practice owners attract the clients they love so they can scale their businesses and create the life they desire. After building a website for his wife’s private practice and seeing the impact it had on her business, he became passionate about helping others achieve the same. Private Practice Elevation offers web design services, SEO (search engine optimization), and website support to help private practice owners grow their businesses through online marketing. Daniel lives in Atlanta, GA, with his wife Liz, and two energetic boys. When he’s not working, he enjoys hiking by the river, watching hockey, and enjoying a dram of bourbon.Check out Daniel's free ebook: 5 Things Every Private Practice Owner Can Fix on Their Website in the Next Week to Increase ClientsDaniel's Website: privatepracticeelevation.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 episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Heard!Visit the website for Heard here & get your 1st month free! Make sure to use code ATPP @ CheckoutA Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

A lot of entrepreneurs tend to post "wins" or this image of living the "high life" online, but the reality of what goes on behind the scenes can be way less glamorous.Like any other person, there are struggles, dark times, and experiences that force them into survival mode.However, since many entrepreneurs are the face of their businesses, it can be damn scary to be transparent, slow down, or shift on what they've worked hard to create and put out into the world.If you are an entrepreneur who's silently struggling with life while trying to manage a business, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Danielle Swimm, therapist and owner of The Entrepreneurial Therapist.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand why prioritizing self-care and personal well-being is essential in entrepreneurship and small business ownership, as well as to incorporate it into your life. Learn some ways to face the unexpected with contingency plans and having systems in place that can provide peace of mind and better management during challenging times. See how embracing struggles and being accountable for them can lead to personal growth and business evolution, ultimately leading to coming out stronger and more resilient. Being authentic, prioritizing self-care, and having contingency plans in place for unexpected challenges are important parts of long-term success as an entrepreneur. If you are facing some difficult seasons of life, you are not alone, and it's okay to prioritize your well-being.More about Danielle:Danielle Swimm is a therapist in Annapolis, MD. She's a group practice owner and also runs The Entrepreneurial Therapist, a consulting company where she helps female therapists start and scale their private practices. She is passionate about helping female entrepreneurs push beyond their fears, and learn mindset, marketing, and systems. She's a mama of a 3-year-old and, in her free time, hikes and reads.Grab Danielle's Free SEO Guide: https://crimson-tree-855.myflodesk.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-entrepreneurial-therapist-podcast/id1609204764/Instagram: https://instagram.com/entrepreneurialtherapist?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Heard!Visit the website for Heard here & get your 1st month free! Make sure to use code ATPP at checkout! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Ever heard someone say they just "don't do therapy?"Even though the profession has gained a better reputation and become more inclusive, there are still many communities that are unrepresented and can have a harder time opening up to someone who probably "isn't going to get it."That's where finding your niche and ways to connect with and serve that community plays a huge role in how you show up as a therapist, whether that's by having your clients do boxing in session or just normalizing the shit that others can't handle.If you are curious about what creative representation can look like and how to tailor therapy to clients, as well as the struggles that the therapist may face when making custom therapy available to clients, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Blaise Harris, therapist, private practice owner, author, and host of the "Dope Black Therapist" podcast, about why he went into private practice, what struggles he faced, and how his experience as a black man and retired firefighter impacts the way he does therapy and shows up for his clients.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode:Understand the impact of unaddressed personal issues in professions that demand "leaving it at the door."Learn how to use creativity to customize and create safe spaces to talk openly, support one another, and break the stigma surrounding mental health.Hear Blaise's personal story of going from firefighter to therapist and how he shows up for his clients in unique ways while still maintaining self-care."Therapy that works" will look different for everyone, and stepping up to create that custom therapeutic environment to match each person's needs can result in criticism and pushback when breaking the norm and challenging the stereotypical therapist image. Despite what grad school teaches, there are many ways to be an ethical and effective therapist who caters to the unique healing processes of clients.More about Blaise:Blaise Harris is a licensed mental health counselor and former firefighter with over 14 years of service as a first responder and is the founder and owner of G Squared Consulting and Counseling Services. Blaise has a passion for helping others and hopes to end the stigma surrounding mental health amongst first responders and in the community. Blaise hosts a biweekly podcast called, The Dope Black Therapist, where he shares practices, tools, and coping mechanisms, as well as addresses issues regarding mental health.Blaise's Website: thedopeblacktherapist.com–––––––––––––––––––––🎙️Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast🎙️Spotify🎙️Apple🎙️YouTube Music▶️ YouTube✈️ Learn about Retreats🗨️ Join the free Empowered Escape FB Community🗨️ Join the free All Things Private Practice FB Community–––––––––––––––––––––Thanks to Our Sponsor: The Receptionist for iPad✨ The Receptionist for iPadThanks to The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode.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:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

It sometimes seems like insurance companies are out to stick it to therapists with low payments or to their clients with high fees and confusing issues with superbills.Superbills were supposed to be the way for clients to see their therapists of choice and get out-of-network care, but the reality is that it can sometimes be messy and complicated.Thankfully, there are companies out there who are putting in the work to ensure that therapists get paid their FULL rates and clients get reimbursed.In this episode, I talk with Christine Li, founder and CEO of Mentaya, about making out-of-network care actually affordable and doable.If you are a therapist or a client who wants to do out-of-network care without worrying about the issues around insurance coverage and payments, then this episode is for you.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand what out-of-network benefits are actually available and how they can be used for therapy. Identify ways to improve accessibility for care and connect with clients. Learn how superbills can be used to ensure that therapists are paid and clients can afford therapy. Therapists can utilize out-of-network insurance benefits to help both themselves and their clients. By understanding the reimbursement process and creating user-friendly websites, therapists can attract more clients, get paid their full fees, and make mental health care more accessible.More about Christine:Christine is the founder and CEO of Mentaya – a company that helps private practice therapists collect their full cash rate by taking advantage of out-of-network (OON) benefits. Mentaya instantly calculates clients’ benefits and automatically files OON claims to help your clients get reimbursed (70% on average!).Christine is a strong advocate for mental health and left her job as a Google Product Manager to start Mentaya.Try out Mentaya FOR FREE – therapists get 30 days free of our benefits checker! Use Promo code: PATRICKGo to https://www.mentaya.com to check out this offer.-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Many mental health practitioners struggle to fully grasp the ins and outs of HIPAA requirements, so they just copy and paste forms from other clinicians, use software that can be easily breached, and think that "as long as the client doesn't mind using Venmo, Gmail, etc., it's fine, right?"But that's not how HIPAA works or why it exists. And though many therapists find it to be annoying, when implemented properly, it can be a tool to build trust with clients, as well as optimize and fortify your business and systems.If you are not already running a HIPAA-compliant private practice or maybe just want to know more about how to seamlessly and painlessly implement it into your business, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Liath Dalton, director of Person Centered Tech, about how to "do HIPAA" the right way.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understanding the nuances of HIPAA compliance and how to make sure that you are following it correctly. See how HIPAA compliance doesn't have to be a headache or complicated and how you can embrace it with ease. Learn which tools for private practice are reliable and HIPAA-compliant so that you can choose the right ones for your business that are budget-friendly and secure. It's important to make your private practice HIPAA compliant to protect yourself and your clients, as well as ensure that you have a business that operates smoothly and is trustworthy.More about Liath:Liath is the director of Person Centered Tech, home of the PCT Way — a system for optimizing your practice and covering your HIPAA bases in just 5 steps. Liath cares deeply about PCT's purpose of "helping the helpers" through providing direct support, CE training, and resources to mental health practitioners in service of establishing robust and effective practices that meet the needs of your clients and you. Liath is especially passionate about supporting and equipping practice owners in navigating the security compliance process and identifying the specific solutions and processes that meet the particular needs of their practices.Check out this special offer from Liath: Discount on the PCT Way system packages (HIPAA Security Risk Analysis & Risk Mitigation Planning, HIPAA Manual, Device Security, Training, Service Selection, and direct support & consultation) for solo practitioners and group practices: Solo Practitioner PCT Way HIPAA Compliance Bundle and Group Practice PCT Way HIPAA Compliance BundleSave $100 off a HIPAA risk analysis, exclusive for ATPP listeners at https://personcenteredtech.com/atppp-x-pct.-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

It's often the case that therapists who are stepping into entrepreneurship feel overwhelmed and discouraged by the slow growth of their private practices or other ventures.They often struggle with promotion, and may even fall into the trap of gimmicky marketing and cookie-cutter branding and promises that ultimately don't connect with anyone.Authenticity is the best way to find the people who will support you and help you grow, but it also means having to face rejection and criticism when introducing your new business or ideas to the world.If you are a mental health professional who is struggling with impostor syndrome and holding back on launching your business or next entrepreneurial venture, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Anna O'Brien, LPC, art therapist, private practice owner, and co-founder of Theravera, which runs Be Well Private Practice Communities and The Consult List.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Learn what it takes to create a value-centered business as an entrepreneur, with organic growth through selective partnerships and word-of-mouth. Understand how consistency is key to entrepreneurial success, especially when struggling with self-doubt, perfectionism, and insecurity. See how authenticity and passion attract others, as well as why it's important to provide valuable and relatable content and services to be a successful entrepreneur. Building authentic relationships and trust is crucial for the success of a private practice, podcast, coaching program, or any other venture you may pursue. Remember to practice patience, stay true to your values, and consistently produce valuable content to achieve organic growth.More about Anna:Anna O'Brien is a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor in the Philadelphia region. Along with her private practice, she is the co-founder of Theravera, which runs Be Well Private Practice Communities (holdspacewithus.com) and The Consult List (theconsultlist.com). Her professional passions surround creativity, human connection, and finding unique and ethical solutions in the therapy field.Join The Consult List.Consult List is a powerful platform that streamlines the therapist-client connection process, revolutionizing the way mental health support is accessed. Unlike traditional alternatives such as manual searches, online directories, and impersonal matching systems, Consult List offers unique features that empower both therapists and individuals seeking support. With customizable consultation requests, managed lists of specialists, and expanded professional networks, therapists have greater control and access to high-quality referrals. Individuals benefit from a seamless experience, receiving tailored offers from therapists who have personally added themselves to their lists. By combining advanced technology and human-driven connections, Consult List ensures efficient, personalized, and meaningful matches that enhance the mental health journey. Sign up for free at consultlist.com, and consider joining at a higher membership tier if you want to support this therapist-led mission. -------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Many therapists starting private practice consider working with a partner.Some may feel motivated by impostor syndrome around going into business alone, or they may just have a friendly relationship with another therapist and think that starting a business together sounds great.Whatever the reason, partnerships can be really amazing, but they also can be complicated and not go as planned, so it's important to establish the expectations, boundaries, and "break up" from the beginning.If you've ever considered a business partnership for private practice, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Kate Campbell, PhD, LMFT, and Katie Lemieux, LMFT, co-owners of The Private Practice Startup.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand why a good partnership begins with planning for "divorce." See how Kate and Katie have expanded their business ventures and maintained a successful partnership for over a decade. Identify the qualities of a healthy and successful business partnership, and learn how to set the foundations for one. If you are considering having a business partner for your private practice, take the time to prepare and plan from the start. With a plan that takes you from the beginning to the literal end, you'll be in the best position to make a partnership that works and thrives.More about Kate & Katie:The Private Practice Startup is co-owned by Kate Campbell, PhD, LMFT and Katie Lemieux, LMFT. They’re two therapists with entrepreneurial spirits who are crazy about business. They live, work, and play in South Florida. They both built their 6-figure private practices in less than 2 years from the ground up and love inspiring ambitious mental health professionals to brand themselves and grow their dream private practices! They have a hunger for business, branding, and marketing. They love helping private practitioners work with the clients they love, profit more in business, and create the freedom to truly enjoy a lifestyle business. Together, they have been featured as guest experts on GoodTherapy.org, Therapy Sites, Your Badass Therapy Practice, Abundance Practice Building podcast, Selling the Couch podcast, Practice of the Practice podcast, Brighter Vision’s podcast, John Clarke’s Cast, Private Practice University, Practice of Therapy Podcast, Love Your Practice podcast, Become a Group Guru, and more. They are the creators of Private Practice Marketing E-Course and Coaching and provide free podcasts, and customizable Attorney Approved Private Practice Paperwork for therapists.Visit PrivatePracticeStartup.com for more info!-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

There are many mental health professionals who step into entrepreneurship so that they can shape a business around the needs they see in their community.It can be a challenging, controversial, and personal road to take, but the impact of building a business around your specific calling can leave a strong and lasting impact on the communities you serve.As much as living in authenticity and embracing your values can empower and support communities, it can also mean losing people in your life.If you want to create a business that embraces and embodies authenticity, your values, and liberatory leadership, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I speak with Shawna Murray-Browne, LCSW, owner of Kindred Wellness, consultant and coach on liberatory leadership in organizations, private practices, etc.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand what liberatory leadership is and why it is so important to embrace it. Hear Shawna's powerful personal story about entrepreneurship and her role in empowering liberatory leadership in organizations. Learn how to use liberatory leadership to show up as your authentic self, promote love, and challenge colonialism, oppression, and racism in your business. When you step up to do the work of liberation-focused healing, it doesn't always feel good, and it can be tempting to find the escape route from all of it. It's important to take the time to slow down and allow yourself to not have all the answers, and work together to figure out answers through community, relationships, and love.More about Shawna:Shawna Murray-Browne, LCSW-C is an award-winning community healer, professional speaker, and Liberation-Focused, Mind-Body Medicine Practitioner. She is the Principal Consultant at Kindred Wellness LLC and trained as an integrative psychotherapist. Shawna is curious about what happens when we question colonial thinking and make space for indigenous ways of knowing in every aspect of life. Pronouns: She/Her/HersWebsite: www.shawnamurraybrowne.com Instagram: @HealASistaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnamurraybrowne/Twitter: https://twitter.com/shawnambrowneCheck out Shawna's offer:Shawna would like to invite folks to get on the waitlist for Decolonizing Therapy for Black Folks—a virtual learning experience curated for mental health and wellness professionals of all backgrounds, serving the Black community with the intention to liberate. In an effort to meet the needs expressed by communities of African descent across the country, this training holds space for exploring emancipatory healing in the therapy space. The content explored centers on the needs of Descendants of Africans enslaved in the U.S., however, the concepts are applicable to offering liberatory therapeutic space for clients of all of the African Diaspora. Participants in this workshop will analyze the impact of systemic oppression in the maintenance of mental health professions, explore the Liberation-Focused Healing framework, and contend with the process of acknowledging the impact of oppressive systems on our worldview and clinical identity.-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Many entrepreneurs romanticize and fantasize about the idea of leaving everything behind to move to another country and work remotely.It can seem like the adventure of a lifetime, and it might be, but there is more to it than just moving to your location with a laptop in hand.Like all big changes, there are good and bad things, risks and wins, and ebbs and flows.If you are thinking about moving your life and business to another country, or if you have in mind some big business plans or projects in general, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Marina O’Connor, a psychotherapist living in Portugal, virtual practice owner, mom, and rally car driver.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand what it's like to live internationally, move around between many cultures and countries, and run a virtual psychotherapy practice while being a parent. See the ways that intergenerational trauma can impact the way you view business ownership and success. Learn how risk and failure can be a strength in entrepreneurship, as well as how you can create and be successful even when the vision isn't clear and the plans aren't perfect. Big changes and bold moves can mean redoing and restructuring everything you've built before, and it can push you out of your comfort zone. However, it can also be rewarding and exciting, and take you places you could only dream about before.If you ever get stuck, what really matters isn't that you have it all figured out, it's that you need to just believe that YOU are the person to do what it is that you want to do.More about Marina:Marina O’Connor is a mental health practitioner and serial entrepreneur. She has a background in developing businesses and decided to pivot her career to become a psychotherapist around 8 years ago. She now has a psychotherapy practice focusing on working with transgenerational/perinatal trauma and a mental health education business for parents. She is also a semi-professional rally car driver.Marina's Facebook Group: @mentalhealthforworkingmumsMarina's Website: www.physistherapist.comMarina's YouTube: youtube.com/@mentalhealthforworkingparents-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

If you're a therapist in private practice, you are most likely a bit of an overachiever and will face burnout as you develop and run your business.There can be this drive to do more and make more, and it's easy to get distracted by comparison traps and overwhelm.But there are ways to systematically and strategically build a business that automates the parts that generally lead to more burnout, which, ultimately, allows you more time to expand and explore your entrepreneurial journey.If you are an entrepreneurial therapist who feels overwhelmed and burnt out, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Kasey Compton, therapist, author, coach, consultant, podcast host, retreat host, and more.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the source of burnout from the tendencies you have in your approach to business ventures and day-to-day work to the relationship it has with your past and upbringing. Learn how to systematically get through each entrepreneurial burnout hurdle to allow more time to explore your passions. Understand the power and growth you gain from delegating to, trusting, and supporting a team. Having systems in place and a strategy for growth opens up so many possibilities for new entrepreneurial ventures, as well as helps reduce the burnout that can come with putting yourself out there and making bold moves.If you are feeling a bit worn out and stuck in place, then it might be time to treat your next business move more strategically and with intentionality.More about Kasey:Kasey Compton is on a mission to help business owners find their entrepreneurial confidence. She went from bankrupt to Boss Babe when she took her first company from zero to three million in less than three years without ditching her life to do it. She owns three other businesses that have accumulated assets of over two million and are growing by the day.Her superpowers include cutting through the clutter to identify a strategic starting point, increasing efficiency through systems, and tapping into a person’s highest potential. She helps others by designing maps for their entrepreneurial journeys, while she stands confidently as their guide.Check out Meet You In Kentucky — a mini-conference for group practice owners who are ready to level up!Kasey's Website: kaseycompton.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 episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

"Success is hidden in the struggles. Happiness is hidden in what hurts."There's an unsexy side to entrepreneurship that often gets overlooked and not talked about even though it is also more common than the glamorous shell that many entrepreneurs put online. The persona of the rich entrepreneur sitting on a beach drinking cocktails is often a far cry from reality.However, within the very real struggles that fill the everyday lives of those of us paving our own way, there are hidden rewards and joys.If you are an entrepreneur in any capacity, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I speak with Nam Rindani, therapist, owner of Ebonessence Coaching and Consulting, and parent, about the reality of living as a caretaker of a chronically ill child while running businesses.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the many reasons and ways that entrepreneurship can weave into and support different ways of life. Learn how to embrace and talk about struggles instead of hiding behind a facade to increase connection and community while repelling those who don't lift you up. Get a glimpse into Nam's experience of living as a caretaker of a chronically ill child while running businesses. As Nam said, there's a fundamental question to ask yourself as a business owner... Don't ask what you want. Ask, what hurts, what sucks about your life? Then develop your business in a way that honors that and can also respond to that.More about Nam:Nam Rindani is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in working with men and their relationships through her teletherapy practice, Ebonair Virtual Counseling Services, and she also runs support groups for therapists with her business, Ebonessence Coaching and Consulting. Her clinical experience spans two continents and multiple languages as she practiced therapy in India serving the marginalized before moving to the United States. Nam served as Prelicensed Chair of San Diego CAMFT in 2015 and is also a founder and co-moderator of a large online community, Therapists In Private Practice, where she found her passion for engaging and moderating difficult yet necessary conversations about topics of systemic injustice, marginalization and oppression within and outside the therapy field. Nam believes that by opening up conversations where the marginalized are heard and the unassuming oppressive groups are informed, we can begin to build bridges and close gaps that have plagued communities for generations.Nam's Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/TIPPgroupNam's website: ebon-essence.comWant more info about Nam?... Just Google Nam Rindani.-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Many aspects of the mental health field as we know it are systemically based and built on values sourced from colonialism, white supremacy, and Christianity.As a result, there is often a lot of secrecy around the practice of therapy, and it can be very difficult to access for certain communities.If you want to change the level of care and inclusivity in your therapy practice, as well as build more community, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Elizabeth McCorvey, equine therapist, college counselor, anti-racist and anti-oppressive trainer and consultant.Top 3 Reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand in what ways therapy is the opposite of community and how that shapes actions, ideas, and biases around the mental health field. Learn ways to limit and tear down the oppressive structures around race, identity, ethics, community, and more in the mental health field. Understand the importance of setting clear boundaries around how you support and show up with clients so that you yourself are not harmed as the healer. It's important to understand and shape the care you provide to clients around boundaries based on honoring your authentic self, as well as do the work to really understand the communities you serve.More about Elizabeth:Elizabeth McCorvey, LCSW, is a psychotherapist in Hendersonville, NC. She is faculty at the HERD Institute in FL, where she helps bring therapists and horses together to support the healing process of their clients. She also works with college students at UNC-Asheville, and has a semi-private practice where she sees clients for mental health therapy. Elizabeth is a passionate advocate for anti-oppression, equity, and dismantling the mental health industrial complex, and frequently facilitates workshops for therapists on the subject.You can find out more about Elizabeth and read her blog at www.elizabethmccorvey.com.Upcoming courses: www.elizabethmccorvey.com/supervision-for-lcswas-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Entrepreneurship involves putting yourself on the line and placing faith in ideas and actions that you can't 100% know will be as successful as you want, but often times the thing that limits that success and places those doubts is based on inner child wounds around past trauma and fears.Those might show up as a scarcity mindset from money wounds or as fears to delegate or trust your staff or team because of abandonment wounds.Many entrepreneurs struggle with these mindsets and fears, but there are ways to counteract them and find more security and trust in the process, yourself, and others.If you are finding that you have these mental blocks and fears and want to know about where they come from and how to face them, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Mikah Miller, LPC, licensed professional counselor supervisor, speaker, author, coach, and moderator for a Facebook group for therapists in private practice.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand how inner child wounds can manifest when you step into entrepreneurship. Identify what fears are holding you back and how to shift from a scarcity mindset into one that empowers you to show up as your best self in your business. Learn how to overcome the "who do you think you are" mentality to start making money and trusting the entrepreneurial process for greater income and peace of mind. Entrepreneurship can bring out a lot of our past traumas and wounds, so really digging into what they are and making an actionable plan to build security and prepare to face them is an important part of caring for yourself and your business.More about Mikah:Mikah Miller was born in Fairfax, Virginia. She is a small business owner and entrepreneur with a passion for helping others. Mikah is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (CPCS) with almost two decades of experience. She is the proud owner of the #1 Child and Adolescent counseling center in North Georgia (Georgia’s Best 2022), With A Child’s Heart Behavioral Health Center. And while she has helped people from all walks of life, her primary focus right now is with Therapists wanting to take that leap into Entrepreneurship or scale their group practice.A proud Single Mother, Mikah discovered her true passion in life through the numerous struggles that came with providing for her son. She strives to be an example single mothers can follow, from healing past traumas to walking fearlessly with the gift of motherhood and learning to manifest their future as Entrepreneurs. Mikah’s love for helping others is a shining beacon of positivity. She firmly believes that if she can do it, so can you.Check out Mikah's course on inner child healing: revealingtheglowwithin.com/inner-child-healing-courseMikah's Website: revealingtheglowwithin.comMikah's Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/theglowgettersMikah's Instagram: @mikahmiller-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Many therapists who step into entrepreneurship get struck with fears around if they are doing things right, whether can they be successful, and when will everything come crashing down and everyone find out that they suck at this? Basically, impostor syndrome on a rampage...And it's normal to feel it and to question yourself, but what matters is that it doesn't become a stopping point.If you are wondering how to move forward in your entrepreneurial journey despite struggling with challenging, impostor-syndrome-filled thoughts, then this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Shaelene Kite, therapist, owner of DBT of South Jersey, owner of RebelMente Coaching, DBT coach, and yoga instructor.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand how impostor syndrome can show up despite having success. Learn how to ground yourself by identifying the difference between what's real and what's impostor syndrome. Understand that one negative comment or mistake doesn't make you a failure and doesn't define your success as a person and professional. Impostor syndrome comes with the territory of entrepreneurship, but if you focus on the big picture of the amazing things you have and are doing instead of small mistakes or negative comments, then it becomes much easier to not get trapped in it.Remember that you are your own person and will do things your own way, so let your process happen, avoid the comparison trap, and find your supportive community so that you can thrive as an entrepreneur and move forward even when facing impostor syndrome.More about Shaelene:Shaelene Lauriano Kite, LPC, DBT-LBC, RYT, ACS received her Master’s in Counselor Education at The College of New Jersey in 2012 and has continued to immerse herself on the path of learning and teaching ever since. Shaelene has over ten years of experience in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, treating PTSD, and utilizing Mindfulness and Movement to help people heal. Shaelene owns DBT of South Jersey, where she and her team treat clients with emotion dysregulation and trauma. In addition to her clinical work, Shaelene is the owner of Rebelmente, and works as a private consultant and trainer for mental health professionals, yoga teachers, and group practice owners. Shaelene obtained status as a DBT-Linehan Board Certified Clinician in 2017 and is one of less than ten with this status in the state of New Jersey. She is also a Certified Provider through the Center for Yoga and Trauma Recovery as of June 2021.Shaelene's Rebelmente Website: rebelmente.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 episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Owl Practice!Visit the website for Owl Practice here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Starting a private therapy practice means becoming a business owner, wearing all the hats, and being more than just a therapist.It can feel stressful to suddenly have to step into a non-therapy role, especially if you never learned how or if you flat-out hate doing the necessary tasks that come with business ownership.These things can become real struggles and roadblocks for therapists pursuing entrepreneurship, but there is also a solution—incorporating good support systems into your business operations.In this episode, I talk with Amanda Landry, therapist, group practice owner, and co-moderator of My Private Practice Collective Facebook Group.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the benefits of allocating tasks and how it can accelerate business growth and income. Identify what roles as a private practice business owner are the best ones for you to outsource that result in the most benefit for you and your business. Learn how to implement a people-over-profit business model that actually generates more money and supports your staff. Outsourcing is an important component of scaling a business, but there are good and bad ways to implement it, so it's important to approach it with the right mindset and plan. If you take care of the people taking care of you, you'll set yourself up for rapid growth and success.More about Amanda:Amanda Landry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional, National Certified Counselor, and private practice consultant. She’s the owner of a group practice, Caring Therapists, with several locations in Florida. Caring Therapists specializes in working with children through adults. They treat individuals, couples, and families. Amanda is the author of Guided Journal for Women with Anxiety on sale on Amazon and wherever books are sold.Amanda is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Amanda specializes in treating anxiety and depression in teens and adults through holistic and evidence-based practice.Amanda is the founder of My Private Practice Collective, an online community for therapists in private practice. She is a private practice consultant who helps solo and group practices build smart practices.Check out Amanda's freebies to starting and growing a practice: myprivatepracticecollective.com/#freebiesAmanda's Website: myprivatepracticecollective.comMy Private Practice Collective Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/myprivatepracticetribe-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Even the most successful therapists and entrepreneurs get hit with impostor syndrome from time to time.It can leave you questioning the choices you make even when things are going well, and it takes resilience to combat it.As an entrepreneur, you will often take risks, and not everything will turn out as you imagined it would. It's normal to feel impostor syndrome, but it's important to remember that feeling it does not make you a failure.If you are a therapist and entrepreneur struggling with impostor syndrome and not sure how to work through it, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Meg Kelly, mental health counselor, host of the Mental Status Podcast, coach for therapists at Informer Coaching & Consulting, and the Anti-Work Therapist on Instagram.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand that impostor syndrome is a natural part of entrepreneurship. Learn how to use your impostor syndrome to strengthen your brand message and put your authentic voice into content creation. Identify ways to combat the moments when impostor syndrome hits the hardest. Impostor syndrome basically comes with the territory of entrepreneurship, and even having success and big wins can sometimes be overshadowed by one mistake or negative comment. But this is a feeling we all experience to some degree, so you're not alone and you're not a failure for feeling it.More about Meg:Meg Kelly, MA is a mental health counselor, host of the Mental Status Podcast, and coach for therapists at Informer Coaching & Consulting. In her private practice, she specializes in treating therapists and healthcare workers who are experiencing burnout, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue, and uses a blend of trauma-informed interventions such as EMDR, somatic interventions, and existential therapy. She is a strong advocate for the well-being of those who help others and strives to demystify the experience of being a mental health provider in today's world.Meg owns and operates a 100% telehealth practice for Indiana and Florida residents, Lykke Counseling & Wellness, LLC. She can also be found on Instagram @antiworktherapist and @informercoaching.Meg's Website: informercoaching.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 episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Owl Practice!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Many therapists have heard by now that social media is one of the best ways to effectively market their businesses. However, the "how" and "what" parts of content creation, platforms to use, frequency of posting, etc. are often misunderstood, which leads to therapists defaulting to sharing inspirational quotes or "3 ways to blah, blah, blah" (A.K.A. posts that can make them disappear into the vast sea of profiles).But social media can be a lot simpler and less stressful once you stop trying to make it about what you think a therapist should post and instead use authenticity to connect with people and build your brand.If you are wondering how you can grow your private practice and make social media marketing as simple as possible, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Emma Tessler, social media marketing strategist and founder Ninety Five Media.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand how referencing content and following trends is not being a copycat and actually helps your content get noticed by the algorithm and become more visible. Learn how to use your authentic voice to make content that actually connects with people. Identify what types of content are the most effective, which platforms you should use, and how to create content quickly and with ease. Social Media doesn't have to be overwhelming or time-consuming, so figuring out what works for you and your business is a key first step. While directories and websites are great, social media can add that extra push to accelerate your private practice growth.Learn what works best for you and how to make social media your powerful marketing tool with less stress and more simplicity.More about Emma:Emma Tessler is the Founder + CEO of Ninety Five Media; a woman-run digital marketing agency that builds results-driven digital marketing strategies for scaling brands. She and her team help their clients connect with ideal clients, build community, and convert audience members into paying clients. Her first exposure to the world of digital marketing was in 2015 at a college internship with an Interior Designer, and her love for the industry grew from there. After working for several years at a Top 100 Design firm in Manhattan, New York, she left in 2020 to take Ninety Five Media to the next level.Today, Emma and her team have worked with over 100 clients in 25+ industries, helping them monetize their online presence and see incredible results. With 7 years of marketing experience under her belt, she is on a mission to disrupt the digital marketing space for years to come.Emma's Website: ninetyfivemedia.coWork with Ninety Five Media: ninetyfivemedia.co/work-with-usInstagram: @ninety.five.mediaCheck out The Stop Scrolling, Start Scaling Podcast.-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

There is a lot of shame talk in the therapist community around wanting to make money while helping people.As a result, many therapists buy into the idea that they are meant to charge low and see many, but this isn't exactly ethical. If you look at this approach a bit closer, it's clear to see that therapists who live by trying to help as many people as possible at a low cost aren't able to give their clients the quality of care that they need to actually benefit from therapy, and many therapists in this position end up burning out and living in desperation.If you have been struggling with how to help others and still put food on the table as well as how to run a private practice that is sustainable and really helps clients heal, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Tiffany McLain, a therapist, a clinical fee strategist for therapists in private practice, and owner of LEAN IN-MAKE BANK, INC.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand why seeing more clients for less money can be unethical and cause more harm than good. Identify why you might be telling yourself that wealthy therapists are "bad" and that you shouldn't make $250,000 a year seeing 15 clients a week. Learn how you can help more people by seeing fewer clients and charging higher rates, and why that is OK. It's not uncommon for therapists to tell themselves that the profession doesn't exist to make money, but as a private practice owner, you have to wear all the hats, therapist AND CEO, HR, etc. It can feel intimidating at first to accept that making money as a therapist isn't bad and you are allowed to thrive, but once you do, you'll find that you have more opportunities and capacity to help others and yourself.More about Tiffany:Tiffany McLain, LMFT is a clinical fee strategist for therapists in private practice. Her mantra is, “Full fees are the new black.” Via her program, The Lean In. MAKE BANK. Academy, she helps therapists ethically earn 30 to 50% more per month while seeing fewer clients by showing them how to think about and directly address fees in a clinically appropriate manner.The Lean In. MAKE BANK. Academy is a program that addresses the underlying money mindset stories that keep therapists broke so they can become THAT therapist who charges premium fees and cash pay. With the LIMB 4-step framework to make BANK, regular coaching calls to help you go to the next level, a phenomenal community of funny and intelligent therapists, be ready get real raw and real rich. Check out Tiffany's Free Workshop, 4 Steps to Your Six-Figure Therapy Practice, to learn the 'secret' to building a six-figure therapy practice while seeing fewer than 15 clients a week.Tiffany's Website: leaninmakebank.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 episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Owl Practice!Visit the website for Owl Practice here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

It can feel stressful and overwhelming for therapists to plan for the future when they're already focused on the business side of their private practices, helping clients, or just getting through the day-to-day life tasks.However, that feeling of stress and overwhelm can result in inaction and not being prepared for emergencies, unexpected life changes, or even death.These aren't things that can be ignored or put off forever, so it's important to have a contingency plan to make it easier for you and those around you to handle the unknown.If you don't have a contingency plan, are wondering how they work, or want to know why you need one, this episode is for you.In this episode, I talk with Mary Beth Simon, owner of Niche Partnership Consulting.Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode: Understand the importance of planning for the future and what the true purpose of a contingency plan is. Learn some very simple, quick, secure, and free actions that you can do now to prepare for future emergencies that could impact your business and/or personal life. Understand the importance of security and having a system to handle what the future holds, as well as how you can do that. No one can say for sure what the future holds. For example, when COVID first hit us, many therapists in private practice had to navigate a new way of doing business and learn on the go how to handle a shutdown while still staying financially afloat. This is just one of many things that a contingency plan can help prepare for. Whether you want to make sure that your partner is covered to handle all the legal procedures in the event of your death or you just want to make sure that you can leave for a 2-month vacation at the drop of a hat, a contingency plan is the best way to make that happen using a stress-free and organized approach.More about Mary Beth:Mary Beth guides business owners to create contingency plans that prepare them and their teams for the unexpected or an extended vacation. She is the CEO of Niche Partnership Consulting and speaks at national conferences. She believes continuous learning is the fountain of youth and became a certified Les Mills BodyFlow instructor after retiring from 30+ years at Vanguard.She’s a rescue dog mom and is active in her local business community in her free time.Mary Beth is on a mission to show you how to keep money flowing into your business while you’re away.Get Mary Beth's Course, The Owner’s Freedom Framework, for FREE.Mary Beth's Website: nichepartnershipconsulting.net-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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: www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding----------------------------Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Owl Practice!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.comApply 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!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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 GroupAmber'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 episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, Owl Practice!Visit the website for Owl Practice here!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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: 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.comDM 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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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-foundationsSave 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 Things Private Practice FB Community: www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding----------------------------Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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 youIn 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.comJennifer'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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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: 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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

“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.comKlontz 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 Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.comDOWNLOAD 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 Practice FB Community: www.facebook.com/groups/privatepracticebuilding----------------------------Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.Learn more by visiting leadtorecovery.com/atr or by calling 855-960-2339.Start getting more patients today!A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.coMichael'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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.comMegan'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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.comGet 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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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/websitesNick'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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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 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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

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.comTikTok: @TherapyJeffInstagram: @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 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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Even in this day and age, it can still be very challenging for people in the BIPOC community to find therapists that look like them or therapy practices that are inclusive and culturally sensitive.In this episode, I talk with Dominique Pritchett, therapist, speaker, and health and well-being consultant, about how private practices can create more inclusive spaces for black women and girls in therapy. Dominique also shares how to be an advocate on a larger scale to leave a bigger impact, as well as shares her experience and expertise with being a business owner and showing up online.More about Dominique:Dr. Dominique Pritchett is an exceptional licensed therapist, speaker, and mental wellness consultant.She supports companies and mental health clinicians who are ready to create cultures of well-being and belonging using solution-focused strategies. Her goal is to make this the norm rather than an afterthought.Dr. Dominique has been featured locally, nationally, and internationally in sources such as BBC London, Shondaland, Women’s Health Magazine, The New York Times, and many more. She is the founder and podcast host of Space for Sistas - a wellness community for Black women and girls.Dr. Dominique is the owner of Beloved Wellness Center, the first and only private mental health practice in Wisconsin curated for Black women and girls.Dominique's Website: dominiquepritchett.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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Writing notes and doing other private practice paperwork can be a HUGE stressor for therapists, but what if it didn't actually have to be tedious, hard, or take hours of precious time?It's no secret that writing notes have become a sore point for a lot of therapists (and even has been a factor in therapists leaving the profession), but my guest in this episode, Maelisa McCaffrey, has created a simple and stress-free way to manage all private practice paperwork that has helped many therapists get on track and free up their time.In this episode, I talk with Maelisa McCaffrey, owner of QA Prep and a psychologist, about her journey into creating a simple way to manage and simplify the note-taking process in private practice (and possibly even make it fun). We also talk about how to manage all the paperwork with a neurodivergent brain and stay on schedule to spend less time doing notes and more time resting and finding work-life balance.More about Maelisa McCaffrey, Psy.D.:Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey is a licensed psychologist, nail design enthusiast, and multi-passionate entrepreneur. With her business QA Prep, she empowers therapists through trainings and consultation on clinical documentation. Maelisa focuses on the “why” behind the usual recommendations and encourages clinicians to think outside the box while also keeping their ethics intact. As someone with ADHD who’s had to figure out what works through trial and error, Maelisa aims to make sure her trainings are practical, while also allowing for plenty of laughter and fun.QA Prep Website: https://www.qaprep.com/ Instagram: @maelisamccaffrey https://www.instagram.com/maelisamccaffrey/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maelisa-mccaffrey/ QA Prep YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCytXRIFI17MtbmTh5QTJhsgAlso, check out Maelisa's Free Private Practice Paperwork Crash Course.-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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.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!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

What does life look like for a retired therapist, and where do things go from there? Therapists have skills that can be applied to way more things than just butt-in-the-seat therapy, but we often have a hard time seeing our potential for ourselves.In this episode, I talk with Katie Lemieux, Retired Therapist, Licensed Realtor, Real Estate Investor, and Owner and Co-Founder of The Homeowners Agent Empowered by La Rosa Realty Beaches"We talk about... How and why Katie retired from being a therapist to start other entrepreneurial ventures How "systems" can be used to create TRUE freedom How having a business a business partner is like getting married (and why business partner "divorce" plans should be discussed at the beginning) How to create Passive Income that is ACTUALLY passive! How the ego can be the killer of having a true business How systems and trust are needed for a healthy business that can function well without you having to do all the work Grab Katie's Free Offer: "Your Dream Private Practice Playbook"-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Minorities can face a unique challenge when it comes to confidently claiming wins, celebrating success, and standing out, and can face tough mental and physical hurdles that take real effort to overcome.In this episode, I talk with Sarah Harris, BIPOC therapist, group practice owner of Serenity & Grace Therapeutic Services, and holistic wellness coach and consultant for high-achieving professionals and entrepreneurs.We talk about... Sarah's struggles and wins as a BIPOC therapist, group practice owner, and coach why "bragging" isn't always bad the reservations that minorities can sometimes feel about standing out and speaking up (even when asked for their opinion) and more Sarah's Coaching & Consulting Website: sarahgharris.comSarah's Group Practice Website: sgtherapeuticservices.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 Diversion Center for sponsoring this episode.If you are looking to tap into a cool niche that can take your private practice to 6 figures or more, check out my guy Derek Collins at courtmandatedtraining.com. He helps licensed therapists expand their practice by working with court-mandated clients. So if you are burned out, and tired of writing notes and dealing with insurance companies, I highly recommend that you check out what Derek has to offer.He can show you how to get paid cash every day through court-mandated evaluations and classes like anger management, domestic violence, substance abuse, shoplifting and theft prevention, and more.This niche could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Go to courtmandatedtraining.com and watch the free webinar to get started.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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

What does it mean to be a trans-affirming therapist? How do pronouns work? Why is it so important to get educated and support the queer and trans community as a therapist?In this episode, I talk with Kieran McMonagle to answer these questions. He is an LMFT in California and Washington and the owner of Red Cape Therapy which teaches therapists how to support the queer and trans community by creating trans-affirming therapy practices.More about Kieran:Kieran McMonagle (he/him) is queering therapy—from supporting your transgender kid, supporting a couple to improve community, to doing parent coaching for when you just aren't sure what to do. He works with therapists and organizations to increase their capacity to support the queer community. He is an individual and relational therapist licensed in California and Washington. He began working in the mental health field with folks in 2009 and started practicing therapy in 2012. He works individually and relationally with teenagers and every age of adult. Many of Kieran’s clients are queer, transgender, gay, LGBTQIAAP+, and polyamorous or wanting to learn more about these communities.Kieran's Website: redcapetherapy.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 Diversion Center for sponsoring this episode.If you are looking to tap into a cool niche that can take your private practice to 6 figures or more, check out my guy Derek Collins at courtmandatedtraining.com. He helps licensed therapists expand their practice by working with court-mandated clients. So if you are burned out, and tired of writing notes and dealing with insurance companies, I highly recommend that you check out what Derek has to offer.He can show you how to get paid cash every day through court-mandated evaluations and classes like anger management, domestic violence, substance abuse, shoplifting and theft prevention, and more.This niche could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Go to courtmandatedtraining.com and watch the free webinar to get started.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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Sex is one of those subjects that many people are afraid to openly discuss in public, let alone on TikTok for anyone to see, but some sexologists are stepping into this territory, making history, and going viral.In this episode, I talk with Jessica Cline, a board-certified sexologist, travel therapist, and "sexpert" influencer on TikTok, about embodying openness on the level of "the things I talk about with my friends, I put out there." She shares her story and philosophy on social media and talking about sex, and how that has allowed others to open up conversations and get support on topics that many people are afraid to bring up. She also shares how this openness has led to a booming career with many opportunities to work with major brands, projects, and celebrities.More about Jessica (phased by her in the most perfect way):I'm a double board-certified sexologist—yes, that's a real job and a degree. 😛 I'm certain I am on a watch list due to my google searches. 😳I'm known as the sexpert to the stars- A) because I'm a celebrity sex therapist, and B) I'm a Jungian depth psychoanalyst and I integrate astrology into my sessions. ✨Last year, I was approached by a producer for Bravo, and we recorded an intro for a celebrity sex therapy show~ it has not been picked up. 😒I'm the resident sexologist for a male health app.I've been featured in Bravo, Insider, Bustle, Cosmo, MindBodyGreen, Romper.......and more.I live in Wisconsin....brrr☃️ but I'm testing out the digital nomad life for the next year. I've been a traveling therapist for about five years and have had many amazing experiences while also working.I have a 19-year-old daughter who I dropped off to college in September, and I'm figuring out who I am as an empty nester. I'm fairly certain Gilmore Girls was secretly based on our life.I was married, but it essentially ended on the honeymoon and now I'm travel dating. 🥴 Creatively I play the harp 🎶 and I paint abstract paintings—one of which was on CNBC this past year.Jessica's Website: jesscline.comJessica's TikTok: @theintimacyexpert-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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 Diversion Center for sponsoring this episode.This niche could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Go to courtmandatedtraining.com and watch the free webinar to get started.Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

"Authenticity" and "Disclosure" can feel taboo for therapists who want to put their names out to the world and see more clients, but what they often don't realize is that those two things are actually the greatest asset they have to get the attention of new clients and build report before ever talking on the phone.In this episode, I talk with Megan Kelly, therapist and host of the Mental Status Podcast, about the role authenticity plays in private practice success and longevity, and how to show up as your authentic self in your private practice business while still being professional and ethical.Mental Status Podcast Instagram Account (with links to episodes): @mentalstatuspodMegan's Instagram: @antiworktherapist-------------------------------------------------------🎙️ 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 Diversion Center for sponsoring this episode.If you are looking to tap into a cool niche that can take your private practice to 6 figures or more, check out my guy Derek Collins at courtmandatedtraining.com. He helps licensed therapists expand their practice by working with court-mandated clients. So if you are burned out, and tired of writing notes and dealing with insurance companies, I highly recommend that you check out what Derek has to offer.He can show you how to get paid cash every day through court-mandated evaluations and classes like anger management, domestic violence, substance abuse, shoplifting and theft prevention, and more.This niche could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Go to courtmandatedtraining.com and watch the free webinar to get started.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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Nuerodivergence can be an amazing superpower for entrepreneurs that often leads to more creativity and inventiveness over the course of like a weekend than might seem feasible, but with that drive and extreme productivity comes some intense hyper-focusing and an equally big crash.In this episode, I talk with Amber Hawley, private practice owner and host of The Easily Distracted Entrepreneur and Couples Fix podcasts, about neurodivergence creativity, the process of bringing ideas to life, and how to create an environment that supports the way a neurodivergent brain gets things done, as well as about the crash that can follow big ideas and actions.More about Amber Hawley (Biz Owner/ Podcaster/ LMFT):Amber Hawley is a licensed therapist and lifestyle strategist who works with entrepreneurial individuals and couples with the emotional side of business. She is the owner of a group therapy practice in Silicon Valley, host of The Easily Distracted Entrepreneur and Couples Fix podcasts, wife, mom of three kids, and Marvel movie super fan. Amber originally worked in the tech industry but her love for people led her to pursue a career where meaningful relationships are at the center of everything she does.Amber's Website: amberhawley.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 Diversion Center for sponsoring this episode.If you are looking to tap into a cool niche that can take your private practice to 6 figures or more, check out my guy Derek Collins at courtmandatedtraining.com. He helps licensed therapists expand their practice by working with court-mandated clients. So if you are burned out, and tired of writing notes and dealing with insurance companies, I highly recommend that you check out what Derek has to offer.He can show you how to get paid cash every day through court-mandated evaluations and classes like anger management, domestic violence, substance abuse, shoplifting and theft prevention, and more.This niche could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Go to courtmandatedtraining.com and watch the free webinar to get started.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 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.Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

After the pandemic began, it became pretty clear that telehealth therapy would become a new norm, but navigating the best ways to implement and use it can be challenging at first, especially when you run a group practice (or would like to in the future).In this episode, I talk with Lisa Lovelace, Clinical Psychologist and Owner of Synergy eTherapy, about building and managing successful, fully remote group practices.We talk about how Lisa got into the virtual therapy world and how she organically became an expert on online group private practices what makes a good group practice owner and how to know if it's right for you the important differences between solo and group practice owners how to be a great leader for your team when everything is remote AND MORE More about Lisa:Dr. Lisa Lovelace is the founder of Synergy eTherapy and is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and New York, and is registered as a telehealth provider in Florida. She is also a part of PSYPACT, which allows psychologists to see clients who live in any state that has joined PsyPact (currently 26+ states)!Dr. Lisa has over 20 years of post-graduate level clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who suffer from a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, substance abuse, and other emotional or behavioral disorders.Before moving back to her hometown of Minneapolis, Dr. Lisa worked in New York City as a clinical director for a grant-funded substance abuse treatment program for teens at St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital Center, Child and Family Institute. During this time, Dr. Lisa was also an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychology (in Psychiatry) at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she enjoyed teaching and supervising psychology and psychiatry trainees. She received several honors throughout her career including Psi Chi Honors in Psychology, Teacher of the Year – St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital, and Supervisor of the Year – St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital.Dr. Lisa believes that everyone she works with is doing the best they can at that time. Learning how to find balance and become your best self is a lifelong process, and sometimes we could all use a professional, unbiased perspective to help move forward in a healthier way.She currently lives in Minneapolis with her family and they enjoy fishing, cooking, spending time with extended family, traveling, and dancing to 90’s hip hop music!Lisa's Website: synergyetherapy.comFor more information on how you can work with Lisa to build your online group practice, check out: synergyetherapy.com/online-group-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----------------------------A Thanks to Our Sponsor!I would also like to thank Diversion Center for sponsoring this episode.This niche could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Go to courtmandatedtraining.com and watch the free webinar to get started.Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

"Use TikTok" is something that a lot of digital marketers and therapist entrepreneurs throw around as a strategy to get potential clients calling and your private practice thriving. But how the hell do you "use" it?!In this episode, I talk with Austin Armstrong, digital marketer, public speaker, CEO of Socialty Pro, and TikTok specialist extraordinaire, about... how being a great therapist is not the same as being a great business owner how marketing is crucial to bring in steady clients how TikTok is changing the shape of the mental health world and how it can help you grow your practice the best way for therapists to use TikTok and see results how giving away "free content" can actually bring more money to your business AND MORE More about Austin:Austin Armstrong is a lifelong digital marketer, public speaker, and CEO of Socialty Pro, a digital marketing agency specializing in TikTok marketing for businesses and Search Engine Optimization. Austin has posted over 1500 videos on TikTok tripling his own business and thousands more across his clients' accounts. Austin loves helping individuals and companies grow their online presence in order to generate brand awareness, thought leadership, customers, and product sales by getting creative and thinking outside of the box.Check out Socialty Pro services: Digital marketing and video marketing for therapists and the behavioral health industry. They offer a done-for-you service where they help you outline video topics, coach you on social media, edit your videos, and post and optimize your content across all of your social media platforms so you can just focus on doing what you want to do.Austin's Website: www.socialtypro.comTikTok: @socialtyproBusinessTok Podcast: businesstokpodcast.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 Hushmail for sponsoring this episode.Go to try.hushmail.com/allthings and enjoy the first month of your plan for free.Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Burnout and impostor syndrome are common for therapists, so taking a moment to connect with other therapists to find some humor in common struggles can really help you get out of the grind for a moment to laugh and relax a bit.In this episode, I talk with Nicole Arzt, therapist, author, and the creator of Psychotherapy Memes, about how she built an inclusive space for therapists based on the idea of shared humor and collective experience, as well as the struggles she faced as a therapist in community mental health, how she copes with and overcomes impostor syndrome on the daily, and more.More about Nicole:Nicole Arzt is a practicing psychotherapist in Southern California. In her work, she has worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples, and families. Her clinical emphasis lies in treating substance use, eating disorders, and complex trauma. An accomplished author, Nicole contributes to numerous mental health organizations. She owns Soul of Therapy LLC, a writing and SEO business for therapists. She is also the founder of Psychotherapy Memes, a global community of more than 125,000 followers. Psychotherapy Memes aims to provide a comedic outlet for coping with the many challenges associated with this field. In addition, Nicole enjoys consulting and speaking with new therapists about working in mental health. She's been featured on several podcasts and has been the keynote speaker for several events around the country. She currently facilitates the Prelicensed Group on the Teletherapist Network. Her debut book, Sometimes Therapy Is Awkward, is available wherever books are sold.Nicole's website: www.psychotherapymemes.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 Embark EMR for sponsoring this episode.Try Embark EMR today with a free trial at embarkemr.com.Mentioned in this episode:A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!Visit the website for The Receptionist for iPad here! Mentioned in this episode:The Receptionist for iPad The Receptionist for iPad is a HIPAA-ready digital check-in system that eliminates the need to walk back and forth from your office to the waiting room to see if your next appointment has arrived. Clients or patients can check in for their appointments, and you'll be immediately notified by text, email, or your preferred channel. Break free from interruptions and make the most of your time, because it is valuable. Start a free 14-day trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to https://thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link to get your first month free if you decide to sign up.