Guest: Anna, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Location: Lakewood, California

Practice: Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling

Topics Covered:

• The transition to private practice: From working in a group setting to starting her own business after the birth of her first child.
• Challenges and growth: Learning business skills, building a website, and finding pride in each step of her entrepreneurial journey.
• Specialization: Using the Gottman Method to strengthen couples' relationships and focusing on anxiety, panic attacks, and postpartum care.
• Breaking stigmas: Overcoming family doubts about a career in social work and finding success on your terms.
• Advice for aspiring therapists: "It's doable. It may feel daunting, but you can achieve your dreams with the right mindset and resources."

Why Connect with Anna?

Specializing in couples counseling, anxiety, and postpartum care, Anna reflects on overcoming family stigma and her advice for aspiring private practice owners.

Whether you're a therapist dreaming of a private practice or looking for inspiration, this episode is for you!

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