Welcome to the first episode of the Say Hello to Your Therapist podcast! 

In this premiere episode, we have an engaging conversation with Dr. Amber Lyda, a seasoned psychologist with extensive experience in various roles within the therapy world. Dr. Lyda shares her journey from being a client to becoming a therapist and practice manager, and now, a mentor helping other therapists navigate private practice. We delve into impactful topics such as the pros and cons of accepting insurance, the rise of big tech therapy companies, and finding the right therapeutic match. Dr. Lyda also provides practical insights into starting and managing a private practice and offers valuable advice for both therapists and clients. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities in the therapy landscape and learn how to make informed decisions about your mental health care. 

Find more about Dr. Amber Lyda: Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@OnlineTherapistGroup; amberlyda.com or contact her at [email protected]; 

To learn more about Bethany Valenti, PsyD:
www.bethanyvalenti.com
https://www.instagram.com/sayhellotoyourtherapistpodcast/
https://www.instagram.com/bethanyvalentipsyd/
https://www.facebook.com/p/Bethany-Valenti-PsyD-61579092524236/

Things and people we talked about: 

Kym Tolson https://kymtolson.com/

Steffeny Feld https://www.kaleidoscopecounselingstl.com/about 

Justin Pruder https://www.instagram.com/amoderntherapist/

Abby Swandal https://www.instagram.com/exhaleforeight/ 

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) training videos https://dialecticalbehaviortherapy.com/ 

TIPP Skills

Psychology Today 

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 

00:10 Meet Dr. Amber Lyda 

00:36 Navigating the Therapy World 

00:51 Finding a Therapist 

01:44 Amber's Journey to Becoming a Therapist 

04:10 The Rise of Telehealth 

08:39 Challenges with Insurance 

18:02 The Importance of Therapist-Client Connection 

26:44 Degrees and Specializations in Therapy 

33:01 Marketing and Niches in Therapy 

41:29 Marketing Strategies for Therapists 

42:56 Balancing Online and In-Person Therapy 

43:40 Challenges of Insurance-Based Therapy 

46:03 The Rise of Big Tech Therapy Companies 

47:27 Privacy Concerns with Big Tech Therapy 

56:18 Texting and Therapy: Pros and Cons 

01:12:46 Financial Strategies for Therapists 

01:13:54 Personal Insights and Wrap-Up