Building a thriving private practice (or any business) doesn’t happen overnight… and you certainly can’t do it alone! Aside from a genuine passion for the business you’re starting, you’ll need lots of support to get it up and running. Support from your partner, family, and other therapists who want to grow and succeed just like you. In this episode, we welcome Dr. Kathryn Esquer, a Licensed Psychologist, MBA graduate, and Founder of the Teletherapist Network, a consultation community for the next generation of therapists. Kathryn joins Kelley to shine light on the real costs of starting a business, especially as a working mom, and how to find the community support you need to thrive in a private practice.

Guest Bio:

Dr. Kathryn Esquer is a Licensed Psychologist, MBA graduate, and founder of the Teletherapist Network, a consultation community for the next generation of therapists. She is passionate about eliminating isolation and burnout in the field of mental health. By prioritizing connection and community, the Teletherapist Network brings together forward-thinking therapists to achieve their big goals in work and life. Listen to her podcast - Am I a Bad Therapist? - at www.abadtherapist.com and follow her on Instagram @teletherapist.network and @abadtherapistpod.

In this Episode:

• Why it’s crucial to have community support when starting a private practice
• Finding a business model you love
• The real challenges and costs of starting a business
• Navigating motherhood and entrepreneurship
• The benefits of joining the Teletherapist Network
• Ask Kelley Anything: How do I market two niches for my private practice?

Highlights:

(03:35) - Why Kathryn decided to start a business

(07:20) - Starting the Teletherapist Network

(09:00) - Benefits of joining the Teletherapist Network

(15:25) - Entrepreneurship is not a quick win

(27:22) - How do you find time to start a business as a working mom?

References:

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and manged by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com