In this episode, Barbara Brown shares her experiences and insights as a group practice owner. From the unexpected challenges to the rewarding moments, Barbara discusses the importance of building a supportive team, staying true to one's values, and the continuous journey of leadership and growth.
What You’ll Hear:
- The transition from solo practice to group practice ownership can be challenging but rewarding.
- Building a reliable and trustworthy team is crucial for success.
- It's important to stay aligned with your values, even in a for-profit setting.
- Learning to delegate and trust others is a key part of leadership.
- Continuous self-reflection and understanding power dynamics are essential for effective leadership.
Resources Mentioned
21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership - John Maxwell
Featured Guest: Barbara Brown
Barbara Brown is the Founder & Clinical Director of Redbird Therapy Centre, a trauma treatment and psychotherapy clinic in Toronto, ON. She is also Co-Founder of Kutana Wema, an international, trauma-focused, educational program hosted annually in Kenya. She is a highly esteemed Registered Psychotherapist with 37 years experience working with marginalized communities for empowerment and social change.
Through Redbird, Barbara has built clinical partnerships with a native women’s center and a queer refugee program to provide accessible and pro bono services. She has also been Academic Staff at Seneca College and a University of Toronto affiliated college.
Barbara is the author of My Breasts, My Choice: Journeys Through Surgery, a photographic & narrative exhibit and book published by Sumach Press, which enjoyed a coast to coast Canadian tour. She is an extensively published writer, including documentary and personal narrative writing for CBC Radio, and has curated multiple community art shows.
Follow Barbara Brown and Redbird Therapy:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/redbird-therapy/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redbirdtherapy5849
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbirdtherapy
Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/redbirdtherapy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbirdtherapycentre/#
All workshops offered by Redbird Therapy Centre are offered at no cost, as a part of our commitment to accessibility. Check out the upcoming options here: https://redbirdtherapy.ca/workshops/
Redbird & Wema Centre (Kenya) co-host Peer Trauma Consultations, which are offered biannually, at no cost, for trauma workers internationally, to discuss our work, learn together, and support each other. Register here: https://redbirdtherapy.ca/kutana-wema-peer-trauma-consultation/
We also have an extensive Educational Video series, that you can watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@redbirdtherapy5849
Meet the Host: Lisa Catallo
Lisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.
Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.
Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.
When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.
Connect with the Host:
Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.ca
Instagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetwork
Facebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetwork
LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catallo
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