What does it really take to step out of burnout and into the CEO role of your practice, without sacrificing your family or freedom along the way? In this episode, I sit down with Megan Richert, owner of Bloom Maternal Therapy, to unpack her inspiring journey from solo therapist to thriving group practice leader. We dive into the mindset shifts, systems, and strategic decisions that helped her double her intakes, scale her team, and reclaim her time—all while still picking her kids up from school every day.

You'll hear how Megan went from feeling isolated in solo practice to confidently leading a team of nine, and how she built a business that thrives even when she steps away. If you've ever wondered how to scale sustainably, lead with balance, and create a business that supports your life instead of the other way around, this episode is your roadmap.

Topics Covered in This Episode:

• 3:21 – The turning point that pushed Megan to transition from solo to group practice

• 7:09 – The mindset shift that helped her scale from owner to true CEO

• 10:25 – How she learned to delegate, delete, and focus on what moves the needle

• 12:11 – The strategy that doubled her consult calls—without working more hours

• 13:44 – Building a business that runs even when life requires rest

• 15:32 – The honest truth about "doing it all" and the help behind the scenes

• 17:10 – How she overcame scarcity mindset and leaned into sustainable growth

• 20:02 – The single piece of advice she'd give therapists ready to scale

If this episode spoke to you, make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss future conversations that help you scale with intention and freedom. Leave a quick review to help more therapists find the show and come hang out with me on Instagram @entrepreneurialtherapist for more tools, strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights.

Resources Mentioned:

Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle

Take 70% off your first 4 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle

Visit Megan's Website: bloommaternaltherapy.com

Connect with Megan on IG: @bloommaternaltherapy