Private Practice Success Stories

Wondering how you can grow your clients for your private practice online? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Ahlam Issa to discuss how she did it. Her story is a testament to the incredible transformations that can happen when one follows their heart and perseveres through challenges. We talk about her boutique-style private practice and how it works, how she's built her client base through word of mouth, online searches, and yes- TikTok!Ahlam has a long-term goal of taking her private practice to a national and international level to provide more services to underserved communities. If you've been thinking about pursuing private practice, especially to underserved populations, this is a must-listen episode!Ahlam Issa, M.A. CCC-SLP, is the owner and founder of Issa Speech Therapy. She has dedicated her career to helping children and adults of all ages find joy in expressing themselves and connecting with others. Ahlam Issa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as a leading speech-language pathologist. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Ahlam decided to get into speech and private practiceThe importance of sharing your goals with someone you trustThe fulfillment private practice can bringThe location of Ahlam’s private practice and her plans for it in the futureThe services Ahlam offers in her private practiceThe gradual approach to starting a private practiceHow Ahlam utilized social media to grow her private practiceAhlam’s short and long-term goals for her private practiceWhat you need to know if you’re thinking about starting your private practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Ahlam! Her journey from overcoming personal challenges to building a thriving private practice is nothing short of inspirational. She is a perfect example of someone who dared to dream and then turn those dreams into realityIf you're as inspired as I am by Ahlam's story and are interested in starting your own private practice, be sure to visit www.IndependentClinician.com. We offer programs and support to help SLPs and OTs like you take the next step in your journey.Resources Mentioned: Visit Ahlam’s website: https://www.issaspeechtherapy.com/Follow Issa Speech Therapy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Issa-Speech-Therapy-PLLC/100089185425655/Follow Issa Speech Therapy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/issaspeechtherapy/Follow Issa Speech Therapy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@issaspeechtherapyCheck out the Issa Speech Therapy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHtI8kNtSAyVL9fei_oklmgWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Do you ever wish that you could hear directly from the people who have gone from regular SLPs or OTS to successful private practitioners after going through the Start Your Private Practice program? Well, today's episode of Private Practice Success Stories is going to introduce you to four amazing Start Your Private Practice alums. We've got three SLPs on the panel: Vanessa Alcala, Luisa Rinaudo, and Rachael Harrelson. We also have one OT: Megan Bartley. All four of these Start Your Private Practice students came from different backgrounds. Some of these clinicians are in major cities and others are in small towns. Some work exclusively with adults, others exclusively with children, and others with all ages. Three started their private practices early in their careers and one started after a career change. These clinicians all had the same fears, doubts, and hesitations about private practice as you do, but they decided to go for it and join the Start Your Private Practice program to create a new future for themselves, their families, and their clients. I am so excited to share their stories with you! In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The settings that these alums worked in and why they decided they wanted to venture into private practice The outside-of-the-box services you can offer in private practice that you can’t offer in traditional settingsThe various routes they are using to land clients in their private practicesThe different payment methods you can take in your private practiceThe many incredible benefits of starting a private practiceWhat these alums have to say to anyone considering starting their private practiceI hope you enjoyed hearing from these four amazing Start Your Private Practice students and they inspired you to take action and take your future into your own hands. Making the decision to start a private practice is a big decision, but it could also be your best decision. I can't wait to help you start your private practice!Enrollment for the Start Your Private Practice Program is open for a limited time! Please visit www.PrivatePracticeCourse.com to enroll!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Enroll in the Start Your Private Practice Program todayWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you in search of more balance in your professional and personal life? Private practice may be the answer! In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Tayler Garzarek to talk about how she built her practice with balance in mind. In this episode, she shares the fear she had about the cost of the investment in the Start Your Private Practice program, how she rationalized the cost, and what she’s been able to gain as a result.I’ll let her fill in the blanks, but let’s just say that a year later, her practice has grown, her income has grown and the amount of flexibility she has for her family has grown! Plus, she’s sharing one really cool thing she’s done with the money she’s earned. Hint: I’m totally jealous!Tayler Garzarek is a Speech-Language Pathologist and owner of Chatterbox Children's Therapy located in Mary Esther, Florida. She currently provides services in her clinic, on-site at daycares, and via telehealth throughout the state of Florida. Tayler is a Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) trained clinician with a passion for providing neurodiversity-affirming speech, language, and feeding therapy. She has advanced trainings/ certifications in Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing, Gestalt Language Processing, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Feed the Peds, and Beckman Oral Motor. When not working as an SLP, Tayler is enjoying life as a military spouse and mother of 2 children. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:When Tayler realized that her dreams were worth investing inThe free social media marketing Tayler used to grow her practiceSimple ways to find clientsThe freedom that private practice can bring youThe importance of being intentional with your time as a business ownerWhy you need to shake the scarcity mindsetHow teletherapy can help grow your private practiceWhy now is the perfect time to start your private practiceI hope you loved this conversation with Tayler! She’s a perfect example of someone who knew what she wanted, knew what her family needed, and faced her fears and went for it.She didn’t do it alone! She followed our step-by-step process in the Start Your Private Practice Program because she didn’t have time to figure it out on her own. Enrollment for the Start Your Private Practice Program opens this week! Please visit PrivatePracticeCourse.com to enroll and grab the special bonuses!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Tayler’s websiteFollow Tayler on InstagramFollow Tayler on FacebookWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you ready to finally start your private practice? There has never been a better time to get started. In this solo episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m sharing why fall is the perfect time to start working with private clients. Whether you're a newer clinician who is already feeling burned out and looking for a change or you’re a seasoned clinician who has been putting off private practice for years, or even decades, and is finally ready to do it, this episode is for you.If you've been thinking about starting a private practice for a while now, but haven't taken the plunge, the time is now. The fall seasons, energy, and the demand for your services make it an ideal moment to turn your private practice dreams into a reality.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The contagious energy of back-to-school timeWhy more families are seeking out services in the fallThe benefits of starting your private practice now I hope this episode inspires you to take action on your private practice dreams and start taking your first private clients. There really is no better time to make it happen!Our Private Practice Bootcamp starts next week! Don't miss this amazing free event. To register, visit PlanYourPrivatePractice.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Join the Private Practice Bootcamp: PlanYourPrivatePractice.comWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Sometimes, you have to overcome a lot of obstacles to make your dreams happen and it takes a lot of perseverance. In this episode, I’m sharing my conversation with Vanessa Alcala to talk about her journey into private practice and the perseverance it took for her to get there. Vanessa knew that she wanted to start a business and after graduation in January of 2023, she participated in our private practice boot camp and then decided to invest in the Start program to avoid wasting time and money. Now, just eight months into her private practice journey, she’s sharing how it's going. We discuss the clinical populations that she works with, where she sees her clients, what services she offers, and her desire to eventually have a small team of culturally responsive SLPs. Woven through this episode are discussions about the need for more minority and bilingual SLPs in the field and the importance of showcasing diverse role models in private practice, and I am so excited to share it with you today. Vanessa Alcala, M.S. CCC-SLP, CDP is the owner and founder of Vital Therapies, a bilingual Speech Therapy private practice serving adolescents and adults. Vanessa is a Dementia Caregiver consultant and SLP Coach who is passionate about serving the bilingual community. Vanessa is also the co-creator of Sip & Social, which creates opportunities for connection and collaboration for female entrepreneurs in the healthcare industry by hosting social networking events throughout the Tampa Bay area.It is her mission to provide a holistic approach to speech therapy by utilizing evidence-based and culturally sensitive practices with clients, parents, caregivers, and families. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Vanessa’s journey to become an SLP and eventually a private practitionerThe naysayers Vanessa overcame to get to where she is todayHow Vanessa knew she wanted her own business so early in her careerWhat made Vanessa decide to sign up for the boot camp and Start programVanessa’s mentality as a business ownerThe power of having a network of peers to interact with as a business ownerWhat her private practice looks like nowThe flexibility you get with a private practiceWhat you need to do when you’re feeling imposter syndromeVanessa’s plans for the futureI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Vanessa! She is a perfect example of someone who persevered and had a dream and went for it. I love that she got that LLC right after grad school so that she had it when she was ready. I can't tell you the amount of young clinicians who are pursuing private practice early in their careers. As long as you have something to bring to the table, there is no need to wait to start your private practice.We would love to work with you to get set up, started and seeing clients just like we helped Vanessa in the Start Your Private Practice program! For more information and to enroll, please visit StartYourPrivatePractice.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Vanessa’s website: https://www.vitaltherapiesfl.com/Follow Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theravolvewellness/Follow Vanessa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theravolvewellnessFollow Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.social/ Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Suffering from early career burnout? This is something that many overworked SLPs are suffering from, and private practice may be the answer. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, Laura and Adrianne share how they started their private practices after overcoming burnout. They both share where they get their referrals from, what types of clients they see, and whether they are generalists or specializing in certain populations. If you've been thinking about starting a private practice and want to see how other folks are doing it, this episode is for you! Laura and Adrianne are the hosts of The SLP Book Club podcast. Each month, they carefully select amazing books that speech therapists might not have the time to read and discuss them on their podcast chapter by chapter. They create and post free resources to accompany the books, allowing SLPs to immediately use the information they've learned with their caseloads.Laura began her career in public schools, working as a contracted employee in a very large school district for six years. Outrageously high caseload numbers and unrealistic expectations led to complete burnout in her fourth year. A switch to part-time proved to be more manageable, but she ultimately decided to open her private practice in 2021 after discovering the Start Your Private Practice course. Her private practice, Springboard Speech Therapy, provides support to preschoolers who stutter and their families in the Los Angeles area. In addition to seeing clients in their homes, Laura creates digital and printable materials for other speech therapists in her TPT store, Laura G SLP.Adrianne has spent much of her career working in public schools with grades K-12. She enjoys helping children as both an in-person therapist and a teletherapist. In 2021 she opened her private speech therapy practice, Say Hello Speech Therapy, in Orange County, California. She has a special interest in articulation/speech sound disorders and is extensively trained in UCLA's PEERS program for both teens and young adults. She is especially enthusiastic about empowering parents to be the best advocates and speech coaches possible for their children. Adrianne currently balances motherhood, working full-time as a teletherapist, hosting a podcast, and seeing private practice clients.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How the Start program helped Adrianne and Laura start the private practices they dreamed ofHow specializing helps clients come to youThe job satisfaction private practice can bringHow empowering it can be to own your own private practiceThe power of parent coaching and home connection Running your private practice from home and setting your caseload sizesThe freedom you get as a private practice ownerThe truth about burnout among SLPsHow Laura and Adrianne are finding their clientsI hope you enjoyed this episode with Laura and Adrianne! Private practice is all about taking back that control. They didn't switch careers. They just switched to a new job setting- their own, where they are the boss. They set their schedules and their rates and decide which clients to see and how many to see. They literally set their own caseload caps and I'd love to see it!Make sure to check out their podcast, follow them on Instagram, and join their Facebook group! If you would like our help to get set up, started, and seeing clients, just like we helped Laura and Adrienne, head on over to StartYourPrivatePractice.com to learn more and sign up. Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Check out their podcast: www.theslpbookclub.comCheck out the Springboard Speech website: www.springboardspeechtherapy.comCheck out the Say Hello Speech website: www.sayhellospeech.comFollow The SLP Book Club on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slp_bookclub/Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura.g.slpFollow Adrianne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriannesayshello/Join their Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theslpbookclubVisit Laura’s TpT store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Laura-G-SlpWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Have you ever wondered how you could use grants to fund your private practice? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Anne Marie Flood, a Grow Your Private Practice student to discuss how she did it and now has a thriving private practice. Some cool things that we discussed in the episode include how as a homeschool parent herself, she's been able to attract home schoolers as clients and how hiring a virtual assistant has been a game changer for her practice. If you've been thinking about starting and growing a private practice and want to hear how Anne Marie did it, this is a must listen episode!After 5 years as a Spanish teacher, including earning a master's in Secondary Education, Anne Marie found her passion in the form of Speech Language Pathology. She returned to pursue a master's degree at the University of Maryland following the birth of her oldest children. Between virtual, school-based, and private practice experience, Anne Marie has worked with children with speech and language impairments, and their families, all across the US.Anne Marie founded Play & Thrive Speech Therapy in January 2022 in the hopes of offering families more flexibility and collaboration. She believes in partnering with families to help early learners improve their speech and language skills through play. She currently lives in Arnold MD with her husband. When not in the clinic, she can be found homeschooling her two older kids or running with the youngest in the stroller.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Anne Marie’s journey into speech therapy and private practiceHow to get grants that can help you fund your private practiceThe most under tapped way to get resources for your private practiceThe benefits of offering teletherapy in your businessHow a virtual assistant can take your practice to the next levelWays to get referrals based on the populations you are working withHow Anne Marie tapped into the homeschool populationAnne Marie’s latest level up in her private practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Anne Marie as much as I did! I love how she had a goal and she went for it. Like with the grant, for example, she looked into resources available to business owners in her community, and she applied and she got it. You know what they say, you can't win if you don't play! If you would like to know more about The Grow Your Private Practice Program and how we support growth focused private practitioners like Anne Marie, please visit GrowYourPrivatePractice.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Anne Marie’s website: https://www.playandthrivespeech.com/Follow Anne Marie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/playandthrivespeechFollow Anne Marie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playandthrivespeech/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Have you been curious about starting your private practice on the side and then eventually going full-time with it? This episode of Private Practice Success Stories is for you! I sat down with my Start Your Private Practice student Kimberly Kean who did just that. In this episode, she talks about what her private practice looks like now, as well as her plans to grow her private practice by offering more services and hiring clinicians. She has a secondary dream of owning a commercial property, not just for her clinic, but as another income stream!Triad Speech Therapy opened its doors in March 2022 after Kimberly worked in various settings (SNF, LTC, and the school systems in Virginia and Kentucky). While working for a friend and mentor in her private practice in Virginia for several years, Kimberly was enlightened to see that you can make money as an SLP and enjoy some work-life balance as a mother. She enrolled in the Start Your Private Practice course in the winter of 2021, and the rest is history!In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Kimberly’s journey to becoming an SLP and private practice ownerWhy we need private practices now more than everHow the Start program impacted Kimberly’s private practice journeyHow long it can take to see your first clients after joining the programThe types of clients you can see in your private practiceWhere you can find your clients as a private practice ownerThe flexibility and freedom you get when you are a private practitionerThe relationships and rapport you develop with the families you work withKimberly’s plan to expand her streams of income in the futureI hope you loved this conversation with Kimberly as much as I did! She wanted more control of her finances and life and she made it happen!If you would like to learn about how we work with SLPs and OTs to get set up, started, and seeing clients, please go to StartYourPrivatePractice.com and let’s see if we’re a fit to work together.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Kimberly’s website: https://triadspeechtherapy.com/Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triadspeech/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Dreaming of starting your own private practice in the big city?In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Genna Ricotta who started her practice in New York City. In addition to talking a lot about referrals and where she's getting her clients from, Genna shares a lot about family and what having a private practice has meant for her family, as well as the importance of building strong relationships with clients and treating them like family. Genna Ricotta is the founder of Small Steps Speech and Feeding Therapy, LLC. She’s been a pediatric SLP for over 20 years. She has always loved interacting with children and teaching them in a way that they don’t feel like it’s work. She never sees limitations, only the possibilities. Genna has worked in a variety of settings throughout her career, including working for a private practice in NYC, but after a few months realized that she could not deliver services the way she thought they should be delivered so she went out on her own initially doing independent contractor work and then slowly building her caseload of private clients. That was 15 years ago and now she has hired her first full-time employee and provides services in schools and her office as well as doing screenings for schools, parent talks, and parent training. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Genna’s journey from SLP to private practice ownerHow she leveraged connections and referrals to grow her business in a big cityThe power of working together as private practitioners to help each other growHow school contracts became her bread and butterWhy Genna decided to bring on independent contractors to her businessThe freedom you get from private practice to create the life you wantVacationing as a private practice ownerI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Genna! She is a perfect example of someone who started her private practice to have more flexibility for her family, and now she's allowing other families to have flexible therapy options. A win-win for all! Are you a private practitioner who is overwhelmed by business growth? We would love to work with you - just like we helped Genna to create a successful and sustainable private practice.To learn more, please visit www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com or DM me the word GROW on Instagram!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Genna’s website: https://smallstepsspeechtherapy.com/Follow Genna on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smallstepsspeechFollow Genna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallstepsspeech/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Ever wish that you could hear directly from people who have gone through the Grow Your Private Practice program, their words, their experience, and their outcomes in the program? Today's episode of Private Practice Success Stories is going to introduce you to two amazing Grow Your Private Practice members, Lisa Geary and Bridget Cibulskis. While aspects of how they got started vary quite a bit, there are some big commonalities which include the rewards of being your own boss, what they've done with their more flexible schedule, how hiring has gone for them, what systems they now have in place, and the importance of being part of a supportive community with other growth-focused private practitioners.There are simple steps to starting your private practice, but growing your private practice can be a lot harder without support. Neither Lisa nor Bridget decided to wing it when it came to growing their private practices. They knew that investing in a tried and true plan would save them a ton of time and money and help them make exponentially more money and have more free time, which is exactly what we've helped them achieve inside the program. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The transition from employee to private practice ownerThe work-life balance you get when you have a private practiceHow hiring help can help you grow your private practiceHow to overcome roadblocksThe primary shift between the Start program and the Grow programTips for pricing your servicesThe power of having a community of like-minded private practice owners to lean on when growingThe level-ups that helped Lisa and Bridge growSystems that make your private practice run smootherHow to plan for retirement as a private practice ownerWhat Lisa and Bridget loved about joining the Grow programWant help to GROW your practice in a steady and sustainable way - just like we've helped today's guests, Lisa and Bridget? Let's talk about whether the Grow Your Private Practice Program is right for you. To learn more, visit GrowYourPrivatePractice.com or DM me the word GROW on Instagram.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Join the Grow Your Private Practice Program: GrowYourPrivatePractice.comWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you ready to finally take the steps to follow your passion? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with one of my Start and Grow Your Private Practice students, Kayla Thurston, to talk about how she followed her passion and now has a thriving private practice, Communicate With Me, Speech Therapy. She put in the time and effort to grow her practice and now she has the freedom to pursue her next goal, getting her clinical doctorate. Kayla is a very cool person, and whether you're thinking about getting a clinical doctorate or not, I know that you're going to love this episode because she talks about following her passion and making sure that she had a solid foundation on which to grow.Communicate With Me, Speech Therapy LLC (CWM) is a private speech-language pathology practice that provides personalized therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in Wallingford, CT. CWM values enhancing communication in all forms because we believe communication to be far more than just words. They specialize in providing comprehensive evaluations and treatment sessions that are designed for each unique individual. They incorporate the strengths and preferences of those we provide services with along with evidence-based practice to help the individual reach their highest potential. At CWM, they believe strongly in the importance of incorporating family/caregivers into the therapeutic process to support carryover across environments. They offer speech, language, literacy, and myofunctional/feeding therapy! In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The moment Kayla knew she wanted to start her own private practiceWhat brought Kayla to join the Start ProgramHow the Grow program helped her take her private practice to the next levelThe support that Kayla got in the programsHow Kayla got her first school contractThe paths she took to finding her first clientsHow to decide what payer sources you want for your private practiceWhy Kayla decided to get her clinical doctorate and her plans for the futureThe flexibility you get when you start a private practiceI hope you enjoyed this episode with Kayla! I love how she's so passionate about what she loves, and she's constantly investing time, money, and energy to get to the next level as easily as possible. Kayla is focused on growing her income and her impact, and now is experiencing so much well-earned success. We helped Kayla in both the Start and Grow Your Private Practice Programs and we would love to help you too! Click here to explore our Programs: www.IndependentClinician.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit the Communicate With Me website: https://www.cwmslp.com/Follow Communicate With Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/communicatewithmespeechtherapy/Follow Communicate With Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085603118504Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you tired of working in settings that don’t serve you and your clients the way you need? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Kelsey Brown, a Start and Grow Your Private Practice student, to talk about her journey as an SLP and why she decided to do things differently and start her own private practice. Kelsey shares how she started to lay the groundwork for leaving her job, exactly how she's making more money and working less, and how she's built stability into her income by filling a school contract and doing sessions while she builds her private pay caseload. Kelsey is a great example of a young and talented SLP who refused to get caught up in working in settings that didn't serve her or her clients and is instead creating her own systems and life through her private practice.Kelsey Brown (she/her) is a DC-based speech-language pathologist by day and children's book author ("Come On, Calm," 2019) by night, weekend, and summer. She has undergraduate degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Theatre from The University of Georgia and a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from Emerson College. Kelsey’s love for speech therapy started when she was 14 years old and she’s been interested in working with individuals with complex communication needs since her first introduction to assistive technology her freshman year at UGA (she later completed a certificate program in Instructional Design and Technology). Kelsey’s experience includes working with and learning from the folks at St. Coletta of Greater Washington, Boston Children's Hospital, the Access Champions podcast, Imagination Stage, Soaring Starts Early Learning & Arts, and Camp Twin Lakes. Her theatre and teaching artist background help to inspire fun and motivating client-centered sessions in a naturalistic environment: your home or community space. While she was leading school-based teletherapy sessions during the first year of the pandemic, Kelsey enjoyed the close relationship she built with her students’ families. In both in-person and virtual speech, language, and literacy sessions, Kelsey builds caregiver coaching into every session. Kelsey Brown specializes in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), emergent literacy, early intervention, and gestalt language processing.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Kelsey’s experience as a new SLPHow Kelsey found confidence in herself as a clinicianWhen she decided to go into private practiceHow Kelsey built up her private caseloadThe power of building relationships with other professionalsThe happiness Kelsey feels now that she is a private practitionerHow Kelsey structures her work day in her private practiceThe basics of what you need to start a private practiceThe book that Kelsey wrote and how she achieved itI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Kelsey! I love how committed she is to gaining knowledge and experience and then implementing it to change the lives of those around her while changing her own life. She may have started slowly, but laying that groundwork allowed her to quit her job when the time was right and she hasn't looked back.The private practice movement is gaining momentum and it's time for you to be a part of it. Want help to start your own private practice - just like Kelsey? We can help! Visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com to learn more.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Kelsey’s website: https://www.kelseybrownslp.com/Follow Kelsey on Instagram: instagram.com/kelseybrownslpFollow Kelsey on Facebook: facebook.com/kelseybrownslpFollow Kelsey on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kelseybrownslpWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Wondering if you are too early in your career to start a private practice? You aren’t! In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with one of my students, Luisa Rinaudo, to talk about how she suffered from early career burnout and made the leap to private practice. Now Luisa is working less, making more, and seeing the clients she is truly passionate about on her own terms. Luisa Rinaudo is the owner of The Therapy Garden, LLC. Her passion for educating and instructing individuals, especially those in the neuro-divergent community has always been a driving force in her personal and professional life. She is the lucky older sister to two siblings, one of which was born with Down syndrome-a superpower as she likes to say! Her brother has given her countless opportunities to find her potential and when she was ready to decide on a career, this is where she landed.She pursued her Bachelor's degree in early elementary education and special education at Seton Hall University from 2015-2019. After completing her undergraduate studies, she went on to obtain her Master's degree in speech-language pathology from 2019-2021, also from Seton Hall University. Since then, she has been working as a speech-language pathologist in Monmouth County, NJ, serving both pediatric and the adult populations. She has always wanted to have her own practice and was one of those people who thought it should happen once she was more experienced in her field, but with some words of encouragement she told herself "What better time to do it than now?!"While she loves and continues to work with the pediatric population, she has seen the lack of programming out there for adults in this community and she wants to be a part of that change. She wants to give her brother and individuals of all abilities a place where they feel welcome, heard, and accepted. Right now, she has a very small office, but until she is able to provide a bigger space she hopes that she can be a person of comfort and connection with her clients. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The clients that Luisa serves in her private practiceWhen Luisa decided to start her own private practiceThe risk of reaching career burnoutHow the Start program helped Luisa get goingHow to know when it’s time to go all in on your private practiceWhat a typical day in Luisa’s life as a private practice owner looks likeThe flexibility you can get as a private practice ownerHow Luisa was able to get a physical office spaceThe community-based services Luisa offersI hope you enjoyed this episode with Luisa! She is a perfect example of someone who knew that she was heading toward burnout and decided to make a change so that she could live the life that she wanted while staying in the career that she loves.Want to learn how to start a private practice - just like Luisa? We can help! Please visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com to watch our free training OR join the Program!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Luisa’s website: https://www.thetherapygardennj.com/Follow Luisa on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thetherapygardennj?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== Follow Luisa on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thetherapygardennjWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Thinking about how starting a private practice could give you more flexibility and time with your family? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with one of my students, Olivia Rae Jones, to talk about how she started her private practice on her homestead so that she could have more work-life balance. Olivia shares about her recent resignation from her job, where she gets her clients, the home office that she's building is part of their recent renovation, and how she eventually wants to create a multidisciplinary clinic with multiple clinicians to serve her community locally.Olivia Jones is a speech-language pathologist in rural south central Wisconsin. She earned her Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology from Midwestern University - Downers Grove. Private practice was the dream from the very beginning. Olivia developed her experience in SNFs, acute care, adult and pediatric outpatient, inpatient rehab, and finally, schools before making the leap into her own practice just 6 years into her career.Olivia is focused on growing Marigold Speech Pathology Services to a full-time career with the support of her family on her multigenerational homestead. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:When and why Olivia started thinking about private practiceWhat kept Olivia focused and driven during the Start programThe need that Olivia filled in her community and the clients she gets to serve nowThe home office Olivia is building for her practiceWhat Olivia’s private practice has done for her familyThe huge demand for speech servicesWhy it’s okay to grow slow or at the pace that’s comfortable for youOlivia’s plan for growing her private practice I hope you enjoyed this conversation with Olivia! There are so many communities across the US where people simply don't have access to therapy services. Even in big cities where there actually are private practices, many of them have waitlists, which means there aren't enough providers. Olivia was able to scale from 0 to 20 clients and will have many more than that with the help of both the Start and Grow Your Private Practice programs!Want to learn how to start a private practice - just like Olivia? Visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com to learn how we can help you!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Olivia’s website: https://www.marigoldspeech.com/Follow Olivia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarigoldSpeech/Follow Marigold Speech on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marigold_speech/Follow Olivia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsoliviajones/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Want to start an out-of-the-box private practice? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Kristin Park who came up with an amazing idea to offer mobile speech therapy services and call her private practice The Magic Speech Bus, which is a customized converted bus that serves as a mobile speech therapy room. In this episode, we discuss the start-up costs and legal and practical logistics of having a magic speech bus, as well as how Christine provides speech and language therapy services not just in the bus, but also in nature-based settings such as parks and playgrounds.Kristin Park is an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist dedicated to helping kids overcome communication challenges. As the founder of Magic Speech Bus, Kristin brings a unique approach to therapy by incorporating the power of nature and outdoor settings. With her innovative mobile therapy room, she creates a dynamic and immersive experience for clients, allowing them to connect with nature while working on their speech and language skills. Kristin's creative and compassionate methods have transformed the lives of countless individuals, making her a trusted professional in the field.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Kristin came up with the idea for The Magic Speech BusHow she got her first clients for her private practiceHow Kristin maintains boundaries in her businessThe costs associated with this type of private practiceThe different creative ways that you can have a private practiceKristin’s plans for the future of her businessHow Kristin incorporates nature-based therapy into her private practiceI hope you enjoyed this episode with Kristin! I love how she came up with such a cool and innovative idea and went for it. Private practice doesn't have to be boring and traditional. Private practice is what you make it! If you want to learn more from Kristin, check out her website, follow her on Instagram, and learn more about one-on-one consulting on this business model here. Want to start your own outside-of-the-box private practice? Start with our Free Private Practice Training: www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com/Webinar.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Kristin’s website: https://www.magicspeechbus.com/Follow Kristin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicspeechbus/Get One-on-one consulting for SLPs interested in learning more about the bus-based model: www.magicspeechbus.com/book-onlineWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Interested in learning about other ways to be in private practice? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Stephanie Clairmont, a retired registered dietitian who now teaches health practitioners how to add online programs to their practice. We discuss how she got started in private practice and why she left, how she builds in work-life balance to reduce burnout and spend more time with her kids and on self-care. We also dive into why it's important to invest in your business education along with your clinical education and so much more.Stephanie Clairmont is the founder and lead facilitator at The Leveraged Practice. Stephanie has supported hundreds of colleagues with her webinars and online programs to build their own practice and launch online programs. She has worked intimately with a handful of professionals to help them launch online programs with great success making multiple 5-figures in their launches and reaching hundreds of clients.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Stephanie got started in private practice and how quickly it grewOvercoming the fear of doing things differently and thinking outside the boxHow Stephanie approaches burnout and work-life balanceWhy SLPs and OTs need to stand up for themselvesThe importance of investing in your business educationHow digital products and services can grow your businessOvercoming imposter syndrome and fear of judgmentThe power of taking a chance on yourselfI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Stephanie! She is a perfect example of someone who offered something different through her private practice and is teaching other healthcare professionals how to offer different things, too. If you want to learn more from her, check out her podcast and follow her on Instagram. Private practice doesn't have to be a cookie-cutter thing. You can add streams of income like contracts, coaching courses, classes, and more. Adding income streams to existing private practices is something that I help folks do inside of the Grow Your Private Practice program. To learn more, visit Growyourprivatepractice.com.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Stephanie’s website: https://theleveragedpractice.com/Follow Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleveragedpractice/Listen to Stephanie’s podcast: https://theleveragedpractice.com/podcasts/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you thinking about starting a private practice but want to keep it small? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Heather Caska who plans to do just that. She talks about her clinic space, how she gets clients, how she wants to stay small on purpose, and why growth doesn't mean having a large practice. If you've been thinking about starting a private practice to serve a specific population, or if you want to see an example of a smaller but thriving private practice, you aren’t going to want to miss this episode. Heather is a certified speech-language pathologist and owner of HBC Language and Literacy. She has over 10 years of experience as a speech-language pathologist. Heather is also the President of the Arizona Branch of the International Dyslexia Association.She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Arizona and completed her Master's in Clinical Speech-Language Pathology from Northern Arizona University. She has experience working with a variety of communication disorders; however, her true passion lies in working with children with dyslexia and their families and educating other SLPs on their role in early identification of dyslexia.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Heather’s SLP journey and why she decided to start her private practiceHow Heather gets her clientsThe transition from home health to a brick-and-mortar practiceWho Heather helps in her private practice and what she does for themWhy Heather decided to keep her private practice small How Heather keeps sight of what really matters and sets boundaries in her businessThe other areas Heather wants to explore outside of clinical practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Heather! Growth means different things to different people, and my goal for you and anyone in the Grow Your Private Practice program is to help you grow your private practice to a level that feels right for you. For many people, that means serving your community without overbooking your schedule. To learn more about the Grow Your Private Practice Program, visit GrowYourPrivatePractice.comWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Heather’s website: https://www.soarwithwords.com/Follow Heather on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soarwithwords/Learn more about dyslexia education: https://soarwithwords.teachable.com/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you interested in the idea of creating a private practice that is fun and casual? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Julie Barry who created a private practice that isn’t stuffy or rigid. She made it her own and now she gets to keep it casual with her private clients. Julie busts a ton of private practice myths and shares a refreshing perspective on what private practice can be. If you've been thinking about starting a private practice, but you're a more casual person and just want to deliver effective therapy without all of the stuffiness, this episode is for you. Julie Barry is in her 12th year as a practicing clinician. She has worked in acute care, subacute rehab, SNF, IP/OP pediatrics, NICU, specialized school, preschool, private practice and she now has her own private practice.Julie loves training and mentoring newer clinicians - it’s what shaped her into the type of clinician she is today. Later in her career, she discovered a passion for motor speech disorders, particularly Childhood Apraxia of Speech. As of October 2022, she is a PROMPT-trained clinician and has been focusing on developing this craft to best serve her caseload. Her caseload currently consists mostly of late-talkers, early autism, apraxia, preschool speech sound disorders, and all things language. When not working as an SLP she is navigating parenthood with her husband Nick and their boys ages 4 and 7.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Julie’s experience as a private practitioner and how she keeps it casualWhy Julie prioritizes approachability with her clients The transition from a regular SLP job to private practiceWhy your work is your best representation of you as a therapistHow Julie brings in clients through referrals and social media Private practice myths that many people believe and why they aren’t trueThe flexibility Julie has now that she is a private practitionerWhy you shouldn’t wait until you’re “ready” to dip your toes in private practiceThe power of creating policies and sticking to themHow Julie prioritizes balance and being present I hope you enjoyed this conversation with Julie! I love how authentic she is and now she attracts the right clients for her. When you have your own private practice, you can make your own decisions and your own rules. There’s no such thing as a perfect private practice, only one that’s perfect for you. Starting a private practice can be complicated. You need a Roadmap - quick! Download our free Private Practice Roadmap to learn how to get started. www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com/RoadmapWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Get your free Private Practice Roadmap: www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com/RoadmapFollow Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkwithtoys/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you experiencing burnout? With the large caseload sizes and low pay, this is something that many SLP and OTs are facing, but that doesn’t mean you have to leave the field you love. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Jamie Giannino, a Start Your Private Practice student, who experienced burnout and reached a point where she was ready to leave her career as an SLP entirely.However, she decided to take the leap and join the Start program and is now a successful private practice owner whose practice gives her financial freedom and time to prioritize fun in her life…like jet skiing! If you've had struggles in the past, personal, financial, or otherwise, and you're looking for a better way, private practice could be the answer. Jamie's story is powerful, and I hope that hearing it and how she's been successful as a result is inspiring to you.Jamie Giannino, MA CCC-SLP is the owner and founder of Wordwise Speech Therapy; a boutique Speech Therapy practice with big plans to help close the accessibility gap in pediatric speech services. It’s her mission to provide high-quality play-based speech therapy from a place of true connection, with a down-to-earth, fun vibe that kids and families love! In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The adversity Jamie experienced in her life and careerThe people who changed the course of Jamie’s lifeWhy you have to be careful of who you take advice fromHow respect and cultural competence propelled Jamie’s careerThe importance of women supporting womenHow Jamie designed her private practice with fun in mindWhat happened with Jamie joined the Start programThe cost of staying in certain jobs compared to your private practiceThe problems with what’s happening in the schoolsWhat a typical day looks like for Jamie as a private practice ownerWhy the best boss for you is youI hope you enjoyed this episode with Jamie. She has overcome so much and now she gets to set her own schedule, make the money she deserves, and live the lives she always dreamed of. I am so proud of her for taking control of her life and creating her private practice. To learn how to create a flexible schedule through private practice (just like Jamie!) watch my free training on How to Start Working with Private Clients at www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com/Webinar.Resources Mentioned: Visit Jamie’s website: https://wordwisespeech.com/Learn more about Jamie’s coaching program: http://begrowlearnslp.com/Check out Jamie’s speech foundation: http://www.wordwisespeechfoundation.com/Follow Jamie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordwisespeech/Follow Jamie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speechdirecttherapyWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Have you been thinking about starting a private practice with a full team, a robust clinic, and hundreds of clients? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with one of my students, Shanna Klump to talk about how she did just that. She grew quickly from a small private practice to a large brick-and-mortar practice that has a team and environment that supports her needs. Shanna talks about how she got started and also how she grew quickly, what her private practice looks like, and recommendations for other private practitioners who are looking to have brick-and-mortar clinics with teamsShanna is the founder and CEO of Kid Connections Therapy and The Apraxia SLP. She has over 15 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings, including public schools and private practice. In all these settings, she has had the opportunity to serve as a graduate student supervisor and a clinical fellowship year supervisor. In her private practice, she oversees a team of six Speech-Language Pathologists providing services to children with a variety of speech, language, and swallowing/feeding needs. Shanna specializes in assessing and treating speech sound disorders, including Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Additionally, she has special interests in Down Syndrome and Autism. Shanna believes in the value of the therapist-family relationship and utilizes a family-centered, child-focused approach to her treatment. She is certified to provide the Hanen It Takes Two to Talk program and is Bridging trained in PROMPT. Through The Apraxia SLP, Shanna offers coaching and consulting to other SLPs specifically on topics related to Childhood Apraxia of Speech and other motor speech disorders.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Shanna started her practice and how the Start program helped her growHow accepting insurance grew her businessHow hiring a team has helped Shanna grow her private practiceHow her private practice is supporting her while she goes on maternity leaveThe shift that happens when you commit to your private practice as your sole source of incomeWhy boundaries in your private practice are a good thingThe importance of systems and processes in your businessHow Shanna supports her clients and what her private practice looks likeWhat Shanna’s team looks like and how she focuses on employee retentionThe passion project that her private practice has enabled her to pursueI hope you enjoyed this episode with Shanna! She has amazing energy and has learned to truly think and act like a CEO. I am so proud of the life that she's built and thrilled that she and her husband are welcoming a sweet new baby into their lives with plenty of business support and systems to make a solid maternity leave possible. She is a perfect example of someone who had a dream and made it happen. If you want to learn more about how we help folks like Shanna grow their private practices, visit GrowYourPrivatePractice.comWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Shanna’s website: https://kidconnectionstherapy.com/Visit The Apraxia SLP website: https://theapraxiaslp.com/Follow Shanna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidconnectionstherapy/Follow The Apraxia SLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theapraxiaslp/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you a neurodiverse SLP thinking about starting a private practice? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Jennifer Corie, a Start Your Private Practice student, who started her practice in 2021 after getting her PhD. She talks about how she sees clients virtually, how clients find her, her specialties, and why private practice has been great for her as a neurodiverse person. Jennifer Corie, PhD, CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She is licensed in Louisiana and telehealth licensed in Florida. Jennifer has 15 years of experience in various settings with pediatric and adult clients. Jennifer started her private practice, Iceberg Therapy Services, in May 2021, and went completely full-time at her practice a year later. Jennifer primarily provides diagnostic autism services and consultations. She is passionate about using a neurodiversity-affirming approach. Her passion is informed by her personal experience with neurodivergence. Jennifer is a mother of two and enjoys nerdy hobbies in her "free time". In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The path Jennifer took to start her private practiceHow she chose the types of clients she wants to work withThe importance of finding the right work environment for youWhy self-employment is a great option for neurodivergent peopleThe income potential with a private practiceHow having a private practice has helped Jennifer as a neurodivergent SLPHow Jennifer works with her autistic clientsWhere Jennifer finds her clientsThe systems and organization plans Jennifer has for the future of her practiceI hope you enjoyed this episode with Jennifer! I love how she started her private practice so that she could have more flexibility and full control of her environment which has drastically improved her quality of life. She wasn’t able to thrive in traditional SLP settings, so she created her own private practice that had everything she needed. If you want to learn more about Jennifer, make sure to visit her website, and follow her on Instagram and Facebook. If you would like help to start your own private practice, just like we helped Jennifer, please visit www.independentclinician.com to learn more about our programs! Resources Mentioned: Visit Jennifer’s website: https://www.icebergts.com/Follow Jennifer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IcebergTherapyServicesFollow Jennifer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iceberg_therapy_services/?hl=enWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you wanting to start a private practice but are worried that you are too early in your career? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories. I sat down with one of my Start Your Private Practice students, Bradi O’Rourke, who is a 25-year-old private practice owner. She was working for another private practice fulfilling school contracts as a contractor and then decided to start her own private practice where she does school contracts and hires contractors to fulfill the work. She was initially nervous to start a business early in her career but decided that it was now or never and went for it.Bradi is 25 years old and graduated with her master's degree in communication disorders and sciences in 2021. Bradi attended Eastern Illinois University for both her bachelor's and master's degrees. She launched her private practice called Braxy Speech Therapy soon after receiving her ASHA CCC. Bradi is passionate about providing play-based therapy and having families involved in her therapy sessions. She also is thankful that she has been able to hire SLPs to see private clients and to contract with schools while paying them a high rate that reflects their worth. Bradi Plans to move to Nashville in June of 2023 and has big plans for Braxy Speech Therapy, including opening up a physical clinic space. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Bradi decided to start a private practiceWhy you don’t need decades of experience to start a private practiceThe different ways that Bradi got her first clientsThe huge need for private practitionersWhy you can’t get stuck in analysis paralysisHow Bradi works with contractors to run her private practiceHow the Start program helped Bradi learn the ins and outs of starting a businessBradi’s plans for expanding to a physical private practice locationThe power of a well-optimized website when moving your practice to a new city I hope you enjoyed this episode with Bradi! I love that she knows that she has a lot to learn, and she is comfortable enough to learn as she goes. That’s such a great trait to have as a business owner!If you want to learn more from Bradi, you can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok! Want help starting your private practice just like we helped Bradi? Join The Start Your Private Practice Program today by visiting StartYourPrivatePractice.com!Resources Mentioned: Visit Bradi’s website: https://www.braxyspeechtherapy.com/Check out Bradi’s TpT store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Browse/Search:Eat%20Speech%20RepeatFollow Bradi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braxy_speech_therapy/Follow Bradi on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BraxyspeechtherapyFollow Bradi on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eat_speech_repeat?lang=enWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Thinking about starting an adults-focused private practice?In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with one of my Start Your Private Practice students, Lauren Schwabish, to talk about how she started her own private practice during the pandemic and is loving working with adults with brain injuries, aphasia, and executive functioning deficits. Lauren shares where she gets clients, where she sees clients, how she handles billing, and her plans to get more into consulting. Lauren Schwabish M.S., CCC-SLP is the owner of Neuro Speech Services, a private practice based in Northern Virginia, specializing in person-centered assessment and treatment of cognitive-communicative disorders related to stroke, brain injury, concussion, ADHD, and other neurologic and neurodegenerative conditions. Lauren received her Bachelor of Science degree with Honors in Communicative Disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and holds a master’s degree in communication sciences from Hunter College of the City University of New York. She is licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is a certified member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association. She has over 22 years of experience working in hospitals and acute rehabilitation centers and is passionate about providing meaningful and accessible health education about the brain to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Lauren got started in her career and why she decided to start a private practiceWhy Lauren loves being a private practice ownerHow the Start program taught her the business skills she needed to succeedThe importance of building up a referral networkThe freedom private practice gives you to do the work you’re passionate aboutThe consulting work that Lauren is doing along with her private practice workLauren’s plans for her business in the futureI hope you enjoyed this episode with Lauren! She took her decades of experience and is now fully in control of her life and her clinical practice by having her own private practice. She is an example of someone who wanted something and went for it and I hope you found her story as inspiring as I did. If you want to learn more about how we help SLPs and OTs start their own private practices, just like we helped Lauren, head over to https://independentclinician.com/learn-with-jena/..Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Lauren’s website: https://www.neurospeechservices.com/Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurospeechservices/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Should your private practice accept insurance? This is something that a lot of SLPs and OTs wonder about when they open their private practice. There are many things to consider, and in this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Lauren Hastings to dive into the topic. Lauren Hastings is a speech-language pathologist, private practitioner, doctoral student, advocate, and educator. Basically, Lauren is a multi-passionate person who I've gotten to know over the years because we're both committed to helping SLPs be successful in private practice. Lauren is very knowledgeable about insurance and third-party payer sources, and we get into a lively discussion about whether or not private practices should take insurance, higher credentials, and more. If you’ve been thinking about becoming an insurance provider in your private practice, this is a must-listen episode! In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The importance of mentors and a community when starting a private practiceLauren’s private practice journeyTips for streamlining your systems in your private practiceHow boundaries help prevent burnoutWhat to consider when you are thinking about accepting insuranceWhy insurance is a great idea for most peopleWhat getting credentialed means and the process of doing itThe biggest mistake people make when applying for credentialingLaurens plans for the future of her business and why it’s okay to pivotI hope you enjoyed this episode with Lauren. I love how committed she is to helping private practitioners navigate the insurance world and making it less overwhelming and scary. I also love that she isn’t afraid to pivot and grow. To learn more about how we can help you start, grow and scale your private practice, please visit IndependentClinician.com. Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassyslp/?hl=enFollow Lauren on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurenHastingsSLP/Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-hastings-m-s-ccc-slp-96942b36/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Networking is a great way to attract clients to you, and it can be a huge factor in the success of your private practice. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with LeslieAnn Williams to talk about her private practice journey. She talks about her background growing up in Trinidad, her goal of growing her private practice to the full-time level, and the importance of networking when it comes to attracting clients.LeslieAnn is the owner and clinician at Integra Speech LLC, a mobile outpatient practice in Maryland. She serves adults with disorders and diseases of the nervous system and has a particular interest in stroke recovery, dementia care, and voice therapy for persons with Parkinson’s Disease. If you've been thinking about starting your private practice and you want to hear how one of the students in the Start Your Private Practice program has done it, this is a must-listen episode!In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How LeslieAnn got started as a speech therapistWhy she decided to join the Start programThe best way to grow a caseload as a specialty providerThe power of nurturing and cultivating relationshipsThe benefits of opening an adult private practiceHow LeslieAnn started her private practice with the end in mind Why you can’t compare your journey to others The importance of community when you’re starting and growing a private practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation! I love how determined LeslieAnn is to have a private practice that allows her to have more control over her life so she can have more flexibility and freedom that will allow her to spend more time with her family. LeslieAnn is the perfect example of someone who has a dream and is going for it.Want help to start your private practice - just like we've helped LeslieAnn? Let's get you set up and started. Please visit StartYourPrivatePractice.com to learn more.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit the Integra Speech website: https://www.integraspeech.com/Follow LeslieAnn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrowneyedslp/Follow LeslieAnn on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075937217454Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Ever wished that you could hear directly from people who have gone from being regular SLPs or OTS to successful private practitioners after going through the Start Your Private Practice Program? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m introducing you to three amazing Start Your Private Practice alums. They are Farwa Husain, Teresa Ochoa, and Claudia Davisson, and they all three came from different backgrounds. One was a school-based SLP or OT who couldn't wait to get out. One took time off from the profession to raise her kids and then came back and started a private practice working just three days a week, and another started her private practice small and on the side of her job as a school SLP, but actually retired early and has grown her private practice with school contracts and also contractors. All three of these students had the same fears, doubts, and hesitations that you do, but they decided to go for it and join the Start Your Private Practice program to create a new future for themselves and their familiesIn Today's Episode, We Discuss:The stories of these three studentsHow private practice helps you create changeThe freedom you can get from starting a private practiceHow a private practice can help you take back control of your life and financesThe benefits of having school contractsHow having a private practice can impact the lives of your familyThe hardest part of starting a private practiceThe benefits of having a support system when starting outWhy you don’t need to worry about competition in your areaTheir favorite parts of the programI hope you found this episode helpful! I love how these students took a chance on themselves and have found so much success. We don’t learn about starting a private practice in grad school, and I am so happy to offer this program so that you can get the help and support you need to start your private practice and take back control of your life and finances! Making the decision to start a private practice is a big decision - but it could also be the best decision. I can’t wait to help you start your private practice. To join the Start Your Private Practice Program, visit www.PrivatePracticeCourse.comWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Join the Start Your Private Practice ProgramWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

With summer quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to get set up and ready to see private clients. If you are a school-based clinician, you've almost made it through another year. And whether you're looking to supplement your income this summer or get your private practice going so that you don't have to go back in the fall, now is the time to start getting those ducks in a row. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m sharing five reasons why now is the perfect time to get started with your own private practice. If you’re ready to take the next step and start seeing private clients this summer, this episode was created for you! In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The legal aspect of preparing to start a private practiceWhy summer is the perfect time to test the watersHow a private practice can help you start reaching your financial goalsHow you can help families looking for summer servicesWhy starting in the summer can help you leave your job in the fallWhy I don’t teach people to “leap” or “jump” into private practiceNo matter what's motivating you to start, if you want to see private clients this summer, now is the time to take action. If you want help with this, send me a DM on Instagram with the word “Start”. I’d love to see how we can support you! Private Practice Bootcamp starts on April 25th! It's our biggest free event of the year and will kick off enrollment for The Start Your Private Practice Program later this week. Click here to Register for Bootcamp!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Register for BootcampWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

Are you looking for more flexibility and freedom than your current job can give you? Starting a part-time private practice might be the answer. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Farwa Husain, a Start and Grow Your Private Practice Student, who started her own private practice that allows her to work only three days a week and with the clients she is passionate about- Gestalt Language Processors. Having her own private practice offers more flexibility and higher pay than she was getting in the schools. It also allows her to pick up her kids at school and have the flexibility to be there for her family when they need her since her husband travels for work. In this episode, Farwa talks about how having a private practice has allowed her to be joyful in her practice again and how she's proud of what she's built. She also shares her tips on networking, community, and getting referrals. Farwa Husain is an experienced bilingual speech language pathologist and private practice owner of One-on-One Speech Therapy located in Raritan, NJ. She obtained her Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Teachers College, Columbia University. Farwa presented at the 2022 American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) National Convention on ”Using Natural Language Acquisition to Support Autistic and Neurotypical Gestalt Language Development .“ She was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Award for Continuing Education (ACE) from ASHA. Farwa is currently serving as President of Morris County Speech and Hearing Association. Farwa takes a holistic, sensory-driven, play-based approach to support children’s language development and goals. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Farwa decided to start a pediatric private practiceThe freedom you get when you have a private practiceHow the Start and Grow programs helped Farwa start her businessThe joy that having a private practice has brought FarwaHow it has impacted her familyWhere Farwa’s referrals come fromHow having a specialty helped grow her practiceThe importance of forming communities Why you should always charge your worthI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Farwa! I love how she put herself and her family first. She created a part-time private practice that allows her the flexibility and finances that her family needs to thrive. To learn more about how we help SLPs and OTs start, grow, and scale private practices, send us a DM on Instagram - @IndependentClinician - with the word START or GROW and let's chat about your situation and how we can help you!Resources Mentioned: Visit Farwa’s website: https://www.oneononespeechtherapy.com/Follow Farwa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one.on.one.speechtherapy/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/

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Are you feeling burned out and constrained in regular SLP or OT settings? Looking for something a little more outside the box?In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Carolyn Parker, a Start Your Private Practice program student, who was feeling that way too. She decided to do something different and started her very own nature-based private practice where she could get outside with the kids she serves and help them thrive. Since then, she has found so much joy and freedom in her work. Carolyn (she/her) is a speech-language pathologist in the heart of Central Michigan. She opened her private practice, Stepping Stones Speech Therapy, PLLC, in the summer of 2021 as a way to supplement income and pursue something new. In the fall of 2022, Carolyn left her full-time school position as an SLP and AAC consultant to pursue her private practice. Stepping Stones Speech Therapy offers pediatric, in-home therapy focusing on early language, speech sound disorders, and augmentative & alternative communication. Carolyn is passionate about inclusion in the outdoors and uses nature and natural materials as therapy tools in her practice. She enjoys teaching educators and therapists about the benefits of outdoor time and nature-based learning for students with disabilities through her Instagram account, @theoutsideSLP.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Carolyn decided to start a private practice How she got her first clientWhy she decided to specialize in nature-based therapyHow she incorporates nature into her therapy sessionsHow word-of-mouth marketing has helped grow her businessHer plans for the future of her private practiceWhy it’s okay to think outside the box and try new thingsTake this episode as your permission to try new things and see what works. Whatever is in your heart of hearts, just try it! Don’t think that it’s weird, crazy, or that it can’t be done. You can thrive outside of a traditional setting, just like Carolyn.To learn more about The Start Your Private Practice Program, please visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.comWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Follow Carolyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theoutsideslp/Visit Carolyn’s website: https://www.steppingstonesspeech.net/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

How I Gave Myself a $24,000 Raise

Are you ready to begin your entrepreneurial journey? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Jennie Bjorem to talk about her entrepreneurial journey. She shares her story about starting and growing her private practice, hiring and firing, starting programs and closing them, going from one location to two, and so much more. And she did this while starting her now wildly successful publishing company, Bjorem Speech Publications.She never used to think of herself as an entrepreneur, but now she fully embraces that identity as a multi-business owner. Jennie received her bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Saint Louis University and graduated from Truman State University with her master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders in May 1999. She is the owner of two clinics, Children’s Therapy Services in Overland Park, Kansas and Mission KansasJennie’s area of expertise is in early intervention birth through 5, parent education and childhood apraxia of speech.Jennie is recognized for her advanced training and expertise in Childhood Apraxia of Speech by Apraxia Kids. Jennie travels the world speaking on the topic of CAS in her spare time. Jennie is the creator of the Bjorem Speech Sound Cues and the owner of Bjorem Speech Publications. She currently lives in the beautiful mountains of Colorado with her family. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How she got started as a private practice ownerThe payments she accepted when she got startedThe importance of a growth mindset as a business ownerWhen she specialized in apraxia of speech and how it impacted her businessThe process of expanding to multiple locationsHow she started her publishing companyThe importance of relationship building and communitiesLeveraging other people’s expertiseI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Jennie! I have been a fan of hers for years and learning about her journey is such a special treat. Remember, it’s okay to try new things and see what works! It’s also okay to stop doing the things that don’t work for you and focus on what does. If you don’t try new things, nothing will work! If listening to this episode inspired you to start - or grow - your private practice the right way, please visit IndependentClinician.com to learn more about the Start and Grow Your Private Practice Programs.Resources Mentioned: Learn more about Bjorem Speech: https://bjoremspeech.teachable.com/Subscribe to Jennie’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BjoremSpeechVisit Jennie’s TpT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Bjorem-SpeechFollow Jennie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjoremspeech/Follow Jennie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bjoremspeechFollow Jennie on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bjoremspeechWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Are you stuck in analysis paralysis when it comes to starting or growing your private practice? Analysis paralysis is a very common thing for SLPs and OTs to experience, especially when it comes to doing things you haven’t done before, like private practice. There is a cost to staying stuck in indecision! Whether it’s money or time, I want to help you navigate through it so that you can finally start the private practice you’ve been dreaming of. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m sharing an excerpt from my new book The Path to Private Practice. I’m sharing one of the five secrets to successful private practitioners that I share in the book so that you can be successful in private practice too. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why perfectionism is a form of procrastinationWhat analysis paralysis is and why you can’t stay stuckWhat successful private practitioners do when faced with roadblocksWhat happens when you stay stuck when starting your private practiceWhy action is the best way to help people as an SLP or OTI hope you enjoy this excerpt from my book! Remember, if you’re stuck, you’re not helping others. Action is the best way to help people so don’t overthink it! You can reach your goals if you just take action. It's here! The Path to Private Practice is available and ready to purchase. Please visit PrivatePracticeBook.com to learn more and order OR you can head directly to Amazon.com.Thank you in advance for supporting me and this book!Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Get your copy of The Path to Private Practice nowWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Worried that you’re too young or too new to the profession to start a private practice? Or are you worried that you’re too old and you missed the boat? Today’s episode of Private Practice Success Stories is going to feature an excerpt from my new book, The Path to Private Practice. I will share the reality behind when you should start your private practice and what the current trend data shows. This fear is something that I hear from SLPs and OTs all the time, so I knew I had to address this topic. The truth is, I know people of all ages and stages of life who have gone through with starting their private practice despite their hesitations. In fact, the age of people starting their private practices is skewing younger and younger. People are taking control of their personal, professional, and financial lives no matter their ages and they are thriving. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The best age to start a private practiceCommon excuses people have for not starting their private practiceCase studies from private practice owners who started at different levels As long as you have something to bring to the table, you can start a private practice! Who decides whether you're good enough to start a private practice? You do! You are qualified to be in private practice if you choose to be. If you’re considering private practice but don’t know if it’s right for you, then make sure to check out my book. My book, The Path to Private Practice, is now available for pre-order! Head on over to PrivatePracticeBook.com to order your copy today.Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Get your copy of the Path to Private Practice: https://privatepracticebook.com/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

If you don’t already know, I have been teaching SLPs and OTs how to start and grow their own private practice since 2008. These 15 years of experience have taught me exactly what people need to know in order to start the private practice of their dreams. I knew I had to write a book so that I can share some of that with even more people. So in today’s episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m sharing an excerpt from my new book, The Path to Private Practice. This is the book that I wish I had when I decided to start my own private practice. I needed this book back when I was full of self-doubt, questions, and what-ifs. I was desperately wanting to learn more about how private practices worked, how others were doing it, and what my first step should be.This book is a great read for people who are further along and may be experiencing some challenges, such as imposter syndrome or feeling guilty about charging for your services. In addition to practical tips, I also cover some mindset issues that you'll need to explore in order to be successful in private practiceIn Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why I decided to write this bookWho this book is forThe introduction to this bookWhy private practice is a great way to gain more control of your lifeHow this book will help you achieve your dreams of starting a private practice I hope that hearing this introduction to The Path to Private Practice piqued your interest and that you're excited to read the rest of the book! It covers things like why SLPs and OTs are joining the private practice movement, the new way to start a private practice, the private practice success path, and the secrets of successful private practitioners.To learn more and get your copy of my new book, The Path to Private Practice, please visit www.PrivatePracticeBook.com. Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Check out The Path to Private Practice bookWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Are you feeling like you’re being held back in your current position? Private practice may be the answer. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Jordan Scholl to talk about how starting a private practice has allowed him to show up as his most authentic self and it helped his clients show up authentically as well. Jordan Scholl (he/him) is a speech-language pathologist living in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Jordan has spent his career as a speech therapist providing services to the adult population in rehabilitation hospitals, private practice, and research settings throughout Ontario. He is also a course lecturer and course designer for SLP programs in Quebec and Ontario and is a sought-after guest lecturer on topics of clinical anatomy/physiology, voice, and motor speech disorders.Jordan opened his private practice so he could emphasize a holistic, functional, and individualized approach to working with his adult clients. He believes everyone has a right to communicate in a way that is authentic to who they are, and has originated the term “identity-affirming" to refer to a therapeutic perspective that adapts to the needs of each individual client. His primary areas of focus include voice and singing voice, gender-affirming care, and adult stuttering.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Jordan decided to pursue private practiceHow he embraces authenticity in his practiceThe population he serves How he works with his clients The power of referrals The difference that having a website makes The rebrand Jordan has in mind for his private practice The creativity that private practice allows you to embrace I hope you enjoyed this interview with Jordan and that he inspired you to create an environment where you and your clients can thrive as well. He really embraces his creativity and runs a practice that allows him to serve his clients authentically and without limits, and it is thriving because of it. If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com.Resources Mentioned: Visit Jordan’s website: https://torontoadultspeechclinic.com/Follow Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanschollslp/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Have you been thinking about starting a private practice and wondering how you can grow as a business owner and mom? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Amber Reese, one of my Grow Your Private Practice students, to talk about how she did just that. She is not only a thriving private practice owner, but she is a mother as well and her practice gives her the freedom to be there for her family when they need her. Amber Reese, M.A., CCC-SLP is a Texas licensed and an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 8 years of experience. She graduated with her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts from Louisiana Tech University. Amber was born and raised in Louisiana but now considers herself a Texan after living in Texas for 8 years, thanks to her husband, Greg. Together they live in Spring, TX with their 5-year-old boy/girl twins. Amber is the owner of Bluebonnet Therapy Services, a private speech therapy practice in Tomball, TX, located in the North Houston area. She specializes in working with the birth-6 years population, speech sound disorders, and orofacial myofunctional disorders. She is passionate about providing family-centered services that are fun, child-led, and play-based. Services are provided in her office, at daycares, preschools, and private schools in the community, and in homes. Amber also offers virtual parent coaching services and community training for parents, caregivers, and teachers.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Amber got started as an SLPWhy she decided to start a private practice How networking helped grow her businessWhy she decided to offer insuranceHow relationships can impact your business How the Grow program helped her with her businessAmber’s goals for this year I hope you enjoyed this conversation with Amber. She never thought about starting a private practice but decided to take a chance on herself and it’s worked out well for her. As a mom, being in control of your schedule is huge, and private practice allowed her to do that. If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs - just like Amber - who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.comResources Mentioned: Visit Amber’s website: https://www.bluebonnettxservices.com/Follow Amber on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluebonnettherapyservices/Follow Amber on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/bluebonnettxservicesWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Are you facing career burnout? For many SLPs and OTs, this is all too common. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Corinne Zmoos who experienced early career burnout. She was tired of the expectation that she should be an expert generalist at her job in early intervention and felt trapped. She is very creative and started teaching music classes on the side and since the parents of the kids she worked with knew she was an SLP, they started asking for help. After joining the Start and Grow Your Private Practice programs, she now has a thriving private practice. Corinne Zmoos, M.S. CCC-SLP is a musical speech language pathologist in Baltimore, MD. Her private practice, Crescendo Communication provides highly individualized, neurodiverse language and executive functioning therapy for toddlers and young children. She specializes in AAC, musical intervention, and Gestalt language processing. As a neurodivergent individual herself, Corinne deeply understands how music lights up the brain for nontraditional learners and facilitates progress rooted in joy rather than compliance. This year, Corinne opened Messy Happy Music Lab to provide an inclusive space for the children of Baltimore to learn through music, process art, and sensory playIn Today's Episode, We Discuss:How she got started as an SLP How she took on the identity of a business ownerWhy word-of-mouth referrals are so powerfulThe services she offers to her clients Why she loves Gestalt language processing How she sees genuine, authentic growth with her clients How the Start and Grow programs helped herI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Corinne. She is a breath of fresh air in the speech world and I love that she offers such creative and unique services to the clients that she serves. She went from being a burnt-out SLP to a successful private practice owner. Whether you want to offer nontraditional services like Corinne, or if you still want to offer traditional services but outside of a traditional setting, private practice may be the solution to help you get what you need.If you would like to know more about our programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices - just like we've helped Corrine, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com. Resources Mentioned: Visit the Messy Happy Music Lab website: https://www.messyhappymusiclab.com/Take the Music Theory and Gestalt Language Processing course: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/Music-Theory-and-Gestalt-Language-ProcessingFollow Corinne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messyhappymusiclab/Follow Crescendo Communication on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crescendo.communication/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Are you looking for some serious inspiration about how starting a private practice can change your life? This episode is for you. In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Brittney Cotton, one of my Grow Your Private Practice students, to talk about her journey of bringing her dreams to life and running a successful private practice serving the clients she’s passionate about helping. Brittney has been a practicing SLP for 13 years. She received her Bachelor's & Master's degrees from Alabama A&M University. Brittney has worked in public schools, home health, and outpatient private practice. She has always enjoyed the fun and flexibility of functional, client lead therapy in her client's natural environment. Speak Wonders was founded to fill a need for in-home speech therapy services for Black and minority children in underserved communities. Their mission is to provide equitable therapeutic services to ALL people. They know firsthand how healthcare disparities affect people of color, and they aim to level the playing field as it relates to access and quality of services. Brittney is driven by how life-changing therapy can be to children with disabilities, especially in the Black community. As a Black therapist, she takes pride in being the representation our field lacks. Educating, advocating for, and treating her community brings her joy and helps to fulfill our mission. Communication is essential, everyone deserves a voice, and we're here to help ALL people communicate effectively and Speak Wonders.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Brittney started seeing private clients The non-compete clause Brittney dealt with The process of applying to take Medicaid How Brittney navigated payment issues Making your first hire The experience of working with school contracts How she dealt with imposter syndromeThe importance of being resourceful as a business owner The award she won because of her hard workThe benefits of getting licensed in multiple states The possibilities available to you if you offer telehealth If you want to be a business owner and have a private practice, you need to get comfortable with problem-solving your way through issues in order to get to the other side. Brittany is a perfect example of someone who is doing just that.If you would like to know more about how we support SLPs and OTs in the Growth phase of the private practice journey just like we’ve supported Brittney, please visit www.IndependentClinician.comResources Mentioned: Visit Brittney’s website: https://speakwondersspeechtherapy.com/Follow Brittney on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpeakWondersSpeechTherapyFollow Brittney on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF7ZPPcrrzQkB8Ts5BcfyDwWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Have you always wanted to start a private practice but are worried it’s too late? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Claudia Davisson who started her private practice after she retired! What started out as a way to supplement her retirement income has turned into a thriving private practice that earns her exponentially more money than she was making when she worked in the schools. Her private practice is a mix of private pay clients, insurance, and multi-school contracts. She hires contractors to provide services. This is a true private practice success story of someone who went from a side hustle to a booming private practice owner. Claudia started in the Start Your Private Practice program, and then she became a mentor for her students, where she is truly beloved. Claudia is also an alum of our Grow Your Private Practice program. It has been amazing to watch her progress, and I know you'll enjoy hearing her story and getting to know her in our paid programs.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Claudia decided to start a private practice and go full time How multiple contracts grew her business The benefits of hiring virtual assistants and contractors The power of changing habits when neededNon-pushy marketing tips Why you can’t give up The potential and possibility for your private practiceI just love Claudia. She has such amazing energy and she wasn’t afraid to try something new. She’s a fantastic practitioner and an amazing mentor for the students in the Start Your Private Practice program. If you want to connect with her, make sure to follow her on Instagram and Facebook and check out her website and TpT store. To learn more about how we help SLPs and OTs grow their private practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com or watch our free training at https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/webinar.Resources Mentioned: Visit Claudia’s website: https://www.allthingsspeechtherapy.com/Follow Claudia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthingsspeechtherapy/Follow Claudia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allthingsspeechtherapyGet the Private Practice Parent Guide: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Private-Practice-Parent-Guide-How-to-File-for-Out-Of-Network-Benefits-5931879Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Renee’ Rohan to talk about how she started her private practice part-time and grew it to full-time. She shares how she learned to set herself apart and find success, even though there were other private practices in her area, because of the huge need in her community. Renee’ was born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, and is proud to call Alabama her home. She received her bachelor’s degree from Auburn University of Montgomery (AUM), and her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of West Georgia in Carrollton, Georgia. Renee’ holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC), which is a nationally recognized credential awarded by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). She has practiced as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) serving adults and children in a variety of settings, including skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient clinics. Renee’ is certified in neuro-muscular electrical stimulation therapy for swallowing (NMES or E-Stim) through VitalStim and E-Swallow.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why Renee’ decided to start a private practiceThe huge need for SLPs and OTs How Renee’ got her first clients How she marketed her private practiceThe importance of relationships and connections How Renee’ shifted her focus based on the marketThe ebb and flow of business How she transitioned to full-time The work-life balance that Renee’ has with her private practiceIf you’re struggling with your job even though you love what you do, Renee’ is a wonderful example of what’s possible. She’s happier now than she has ever been in her career and she gets to enjoy time with friends and family more now because she has the work-life balance that she deserves. If you would like to learn more about Renee’, follow her on Facebook and check out her website. To learn how we help SLPs and OTs start their private practices (just like Renee!) please watch this free webinar https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/webinarWhether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Visit Renee’s website: https://www.encouragingwordstx.com/Follow Renee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/encouragingwordstx/Watch the free webinar https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/webinarWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

For the 200th episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I am sharing a very special interview!Laura Shaw started her private practice in one of the most innovative ways ever. She started while she was a travel SLP, which helped exponentially grow her income on the side while traveling for work. Laura was a student of my Start Your Private Practice program and my Grow Your Private Practice program, and in this episode, she shares why she chose travel therapy, how she decided to get private clients on the side, how she started her blog, and how she’s grown her private practice. If you've been thinking about adding private practice as a side hustle, either as a traveler or on the side of your regular job as a way to grow your income, this is a must-listen episode.Laura is an SLP with a passion for all things speech pathology. Unable to pick just one setting to work in, Laura jumped into the world of travel therapy after her CF and experienced as much as she could—from inpatient and outpatient, to schools, SNFs, and early intervention. After discovering that no one setting would ever give her the flexibility, freedom, and financial stability she wanted, she decided to dip her toes into the world of private practice. Laura built her practice as a side gig initially, but after turning a school-based travel position into a contracting job through her practice, she hasn’t looked back! Additionally, Laura is the owner of The Travel SLP, a community focused on connecting and educating current, future, and former travel SLPs. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Travel therapyWhy Laura started seeing clients on the sideHow she created multiple streams of incomeThe way that she created her dream private practiceSchool contractsHow the Grow program helped her level upThe unexpected way she gets referralsBefore I had Laura on one of the panels for the Start Your Private Practice program, I didn't realize that the job that she was seeing private clients on the side of was her traveling SLP job. This was basically the most creative way to date that I have ever heard of people exploding their income. Laura is a kind person and an amazing clinician who found a super creative way to earn exponentially more than she would be able to in traditional settings. If you want to learn more from her, make sure to visit her website and follow her on Instagram. To learn more about how we can help you start or grow your private practice (just like we helped Laura!) please visit www.IndependentClinician.comResources Mentioned: Visit Laura’s website: https://www.balancedspeech.com/Visit the Travel SLP website: https://www.thetravelslp.com/Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.travelslp/Follow Laura’s practice on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balanced.speechtherapy/Join the Travel SLP Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetravelslp/ Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Are you thinking about starting a private practice in 2023? If so, this episode is for you. In this week’s episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m sharing why it’s so important to plan your private practice before you start, and I’m giving a special behind-the-scenes sneak peek into our beginner's bootcamp that’s coming up at the end of the month. Most speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists are planners. Starting a private practice is a big deal. And my role at The Independent Clinician is to make it faster and easier for you, which starts with planning it all out. There are so many ways to be in private practice. You can have a solo practice or have an entire team providing multidisciplinary services to your community. You can be a specialist or generalist. You can offer teletherapy or in-person services. The list goes on. The point is that you get to choose! But in order to build the private practice of your dreams, you need to start with a plan. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:The types of private practice you can haveWhy planning is so importantThings you need to think of when planningWhat to expect from the Plan Your Private Practice BootcampThe important “f-words” when starting a private practiceI believe that starting a private practice is the only way to take full control of your professional, personal, and financial life. So let’s do it! The Plan Your Private Practice Bootcamp is both fun and functional and we would love to see you there. Join our Plan Your Private Practice Bootcamp event at www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com. Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Private Practice Bootcamp: www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.comPlan Your Private Practice Bootcamp | Winter 2023 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3233791053539740Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Do you have any predictions for 2023? If you’re interested in hearing mine, listen to this episode closely.In last week’s episode, we looked at our year in review to see how we supported private practitioners in 2022. If you didn’t catch that episode, you can go back and listen to it anytime! In this episode, I’m sharing my plans and predictions for private practices in 2023.Whether you already have a practice or you’re planning on starting one this year, you’re going to want to listen closely and maybe even take some notes!In Today's Episode, We Discuss:What you can expect from the Independent Clinician in the new yearFuture content that I have planned When you can join the Start Your Private Practice program Predictions to help you navigate the coming yearWhy more people are shifting to private practice How mindsets have changed since the pandemic Why starting your private practice part-time can be limiting Deciding how to position yourself The popularity of school contracts How to make hires in a difficult job marketI hope you’re as excited as I am about the possibilities for private practice. Whether you’re curious about private practice or you’re committed to starting or growing one, I hope you enjoy this episode. I’m wishing you all the best for the new year! To learn more about how we can support you as you start and grow your private practice in 2023, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com. Resources Mentioned: The Independent Clinician: www.IndependentClinician.comWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Do you like to take a look back at your accomplishments at the end of the year? I sure do, and I thought you might like to join me. This is the first installment of a 2-part episode where I’m taking a look at our year in review and then looking forward to next year. In this episode, I’m sharing who we helped this year and how we helped them, and in part 2, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming in 2023 and how we can support you in the coming year. I’m also dropping some major hints about what's coming in 2023 so that you can get excited for the new year! (There’ll be more on this in the next episode.)Join me to chat about how my business is growing, how things are changing in the private practice space, and what’s next for me and you. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Why so many SLPs are starting private practicesHow we grew as a business in 2022Starting 2023 off with a bang What to do if you want to start a private practice Some of our most popular podcast episodes so far How to know if the Start Your Private Practice program is right for you What to expect from me in the new yearThank you so much for listening and being part of the private practice movement. I hope that you have an amazing New Year, and I’ll catch you in 2023. To learn more about how we can help you start, grow and scale your private practice in the new year, visit www.IndependentClinician.com. Resources Mentioned: Learn More About The Independent Clinician: www.IndependentClinician.com Register for Bootcamp: www.planyourprivatepractice.com Get Help in the Growth Phase of Your Private Practice: www.growyourprivatepractice.com Get the Clinic Forms: www.privatepracticeforms.com Learn More About the Book: www.privatepracticebook.com Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Have you ever thought about opening a private practice with a partner? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Mindy Hudon and Rachelle Mauer to talk about how they decided to start a private practice together. In addition to talking about their friendship and partnership, this episode also explores multiple streams of income and how they use it to increase their impact.Mindy is a speech and language pathologist and the author of the graphic novel, “Kodi’s Adventures: How I Learned to Defeat the Time Snatcher,” ASHA Press (publishing date January 2023). She is the creator of Creative Child Magazine’s 2019 Educational Product of the Year, the Bee A Time Keeper® clock, a tool to help young children learn how to see and feel the passage of time. Mindy is the speech and language expert advisor for 30Seconds.com and has been published in newsstand magazines, and blogs. Mindy is a practicing Speech-Language Pathologist and has spent the majority of her career working with children and adults in clinical facilities, public schools, and private practice. Mindy specializes in executive functioning, myofunctional disorders (OMD), dysphagia, feeding/swallowing, pragmatic language, and early literacy development. Mindy is an author-presenter to other professionals specifically in the area of executive functioning. In her spare time, Mindy is the President of Building Awareness Rocks, a non-profit corporation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children with exceptionalities. Rachelle is a Speech and Language Pathologist who has practiced in a variety of clinical settings including: education, rehabilitation, and hospitals. Her interests include executive functions, literacy, AAC and stuttering. Rachelle specializes in person-centered focused intervention to support emergent language learners and their families. Rachelle is a national trainer and expert author-presenter focusing on stress and its impact on executive functions. In addition, Rachelle provides trainings to support educators within the public schools. Rachelle specializes in evidence-based practices with an executive-function treatment lens.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:What it’s like creating workshops for other SLPsWhen they knew it was time to go on their ownHow private practice enables you to have a greater impactThe freedom they get from their private practiceHow the partnership works for Mindy and RachelleHow they handle referralsThe importance of an abundance mindsetHow they created multiple streams of incomeTheir plans for adding to their teamI hope you enjoyed this episode with Mindy and Rachelle! I love that they've been wanting to do this for a while and they knew that there are children in their area who need what they have to offer. They also created multiple streams of income that allows them to have an even bigger impact on those around them. In terms of starting your own private practice. Whether you want to do a slow rollout like Rachel or a fast rollout like Mindy, we can help. To learn more about how we help SLPs and OTs start, grow and scale private practices step-by-step, please visit: www.IndependentClinician.com. Resources Mentioned: Visit Mindy and Rachelle’s website: https://www.achievectslp.com/Follow Achieve CT on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/achievect_slp/Follow Mindy and Rachelle on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AchieveCTSLPFollow Mindy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MindyHudonAuthor/Follow Mindy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindyhudonauthor/Follow Bee A Time Keeper Clock on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beeatimekeeper/Follow Mindy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mindyhudonVisit Mindy’s 30 Seconds website: https://30seconds.com/mindy/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Did you know that private practices are sellable assets?That means that when you’re ready, you don’t have to close your doors and give away everything you’ve worked for, you can sell your private practice and enjoy a payday!In this episode, I’m introducing you to Craig Goldslager. Craig is a financial advisor and certified exit planner. He specializes in working with SLPs because he’s married to one, so he cares deeply about the profession and the people in it. Craig has been invited to speak at ASHA and other conferences, and he wants to make sure that SLPs get what they deserve and aren’t selling themselves short. He cares deeply about those of us in the SLP industry and wants nothing more than to see us thrive. No matter where you are on your private practice journey right now, this is an important episode for you because one day that journey will come to an end, and selling your private practice could be a great way to go. Luckily for you, Craig is here to teach you all about it. If you want to know how to make money from your business when the time comes to leave it, this is for you. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:Thinking about your future as a speech-language pathologistReaching your financial goals How to earn more money in less time Why debt isn’t always bad Resources available to build and grow your business Changing how you think about investing in your businessPreparing to monetize and sell your business How to build a sellable business Relying on others who have gone through this process before you One day, your business will be worth a lot of money. That might seem like a long way off right now, but the earlier you’re aware of it, the better you can set yourself up for success when the time comes. If you want to find out what it might look like to sell your private practice one day, Craig has got you covered in this episode. Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.Resources Mentioned: Check out Craig’s website: https://utterlyfinancial.com/ Tune in to the SLP Money podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slp-money/id1500322616 Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/

Are you ready to finally have more time for your family and for yourself? In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Samantha Taylor to talk about how she started her private practice as a way to get more balance in her life to have more time to focus on her son and create advocacy for other children like him. Samantha is the owner of Olive Speech Therapy located in Rochester, New York. She, along with her husband, have two incredible, creative, and fun-loving boys. Back in 2009, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with the dream of becoming a journalist. During that time, she welcomed her first son and his bilateral profound sensorineural hearing loss. Needless to say, she had to quickly re-evaluate what she actually wanted to do with her life as both a mother of a Deaf child and as a professional.It was through her son and his early journey that she learned about the amazing world of speech pathology and how remarkable it could be not only for the child but the family, as well. She wanted to offer that knowledge and guidance, as well as be a shoulder to cry on and be a person to celebrate the milestones and progress with. When her son was a year and a half old, she took what felt like a leap of faith, and applied for Ithaca College’s Speech-Language Pathology Master’s Program and was accepted. She has worked as a pediatric SLP in a variety of settings since May 2013. In 2021, she took a (second) leap of faith and stepped into what was once just a far-off dream by opening up her own private practice. Through her experiences as not only a mother of a child who receives related services but also as a related service provider, she has learned so much about what it means to advocate for her own child and the children of others. She has learned the value of providing a safe space for people to express their fears, hopes, and dreams for their children without judgment. She has learned the importance of connecting with people not only as a professional but as a human being. In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Samantha got started with her private practiceHow she built her first websiteWhy Samantha focuses on advocacyA typical day as a private practitioner The importance of being able to slow downWhy private practice can help prevent burnoutWhat’s next for Samantha’s private practiceWhen it’s time to make your first hireI hope you loved this conversation with Samantha. I love how she created her private practice with balance in mind so that she has enough time for her family and herself too. SLPs and OTs are so giving. But when you give everything you have to others all the time, you burn out. Starting a private practice makes it easy for you add in time for the self-care that you need.If you want to learn more from Samantha, make sure to visit her website and follow her on Instagram. Do you want help to start a private practice so that you have more balance and time for family and self-care? We would love to help you - just like we helped Samantha.To learn more, please visit: www.IndependentClinician.comResources Mentioned: Check out Samantha’s website: https://www.olivespeechtherapy.org/Follow Olive Speech Therapy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/olivespeechtherapyFollow Olive Speech Therapy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olive_speech_therapy/Where We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jena.castrocasbon/