Failure Isn't Final. Failure is a data point.

During this episode of the All Things Private Practice Podcast, I talk with Leah Riddell, the owner of Origins Counseling & Wellness.

Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

1. Burnout and Monotony in Private Practice: If you are a therapist or mental health professional, you may be experiencing burnout or finding yourself stuck in the monotony of clinical hours. This episode addresses the need for diversifying professional activities to maintain excitement and passion in mental health professionals' careers. Leah's approach to expanding income and professional development through a group practice offers viable solutions for therapists seeking to revitalize their practice and prevent burnout.
2. Challenges in Serving Marginalized Communities: Therapists who work in areas with limited representation and support often struggle to provide adequate services to marginalized communities, such as the LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent populations. Leah's expertise and experiences in creating a practice that specifically caters to these groups provide valuable insights and strategies for other mental health professionals who aim to better serve and support such communities within their own practices.
3. Overcoming Personal and Professional Setbacks: Many listeners may relate to the fear of failure and challenges associated with stepping out of their comfort zones in both personal and professional landscapes. This episode dives into conversations about resilience, the transient nature of struggles, and viewing failure as a data point rather than a devastating event.

About Leah:

Leah is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, a group practice owner, entrepreneur, coach, CE provider, educator, retreat host, speaker, and empowerment generator.  

Leah proudly co-owns the Therapist Learning Center, LLC, a comprehensive practice support company. Offering services from virtual assistants and continuing education to retreats and coaching, the center is dedicated to empowering clinicians to elevate their businesses, revolutionize their practices, and achieve enduring success in the field.

Whether she's sharing her knowledge in a classroom, on a stage via voice, song, interpretive dance, or coaching a client one-on-one, Leah's mission is to generate empowerment and inspire others around her.

In her spare time, you'll find Leah immersing herself in the world of video games, where she continues to master the art of the "pew-pew."

• Leah's Website: therapistlearningcenter.com

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Resilient Mind Counseling

It's Patrick. Some of you may know that I own a group therapy practice in North Carolina, Resilient Mind Counseling. We specialize in supporting the Neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, and Black, Brown, and Asian communities online and across North Carolina. We also have limited in-person openings at our offices in Asheville and Cary. We really love working with clients who are coming to terms with both Autism and ADHD discoveries later in life or questioning, as well as the intersections of race, gender, identity, and orientation. All of our therapists have lived experience and identify as AuDHD, Autistic, or ADHD. Our team of affirming therapists offers a safe, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, inclusive, and accessible space where you can show up exactly as you are—no masking, no judgment, and no need to make eye contact, just real connection and healing. We accept most commercial insurances like Blue Cross Blue Shield, United, Aetna, and Med Cost, as well as self-pay options. We currently have openings for new clients. Visit our website at resilientmindcounseling.com. You can also text or call our HIPAA-compliant phone line at (828) 515-1246, or email us at [email protected].