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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I give a behind the scenes look into a one-to-one consultation session with Lorena, an EMDR therapist to whom I have provided  consultation for certification. Lorena was a member of the EMDR Intensive 12 Week Intensive group program in the summer of 2025.

Topics covered:

• Working with sexual trauma
• Clients with learning disabilities and alternative approaches to use
• Parts work with dissociative clients 

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive. 

Book a 30 Mins Discovery Call 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the challenges of self-doubt and perfectionism faced by EMDR therapists. Reflects on the internal struggles that arise from feeling inadequate and the pressure to constantly improve and learn new skills to be deemed worthy in their profession.

Topics covered:

• Introduction And Personal Reflections
• The Pressure Of Continuous Learning
• If You Don't Learn Every New Skill, You're Not Good Enough.
• The Struggle With Perfectionism in Therapy.
• The Pressure To Be The Absolute Best EMDR Therapist.

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive. 

Book a 30 Mins Discovery Call 

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“If you don't learn every new skill, if you can't offer literally anything that's out there to your potential clients,  if you're not being the absolute best you can be as an EMDR therapist, whatever that means, then you're not enough. ” - Carolyn

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss some common challenges therapists face when transitioning to an intensive therapy practice, including whether or not to keep seeing weekly clients, increasing their hourly rate, and accommodating intensives in their schedules while also keeping ongoing clients.

Topics covered:

• Seasonal Reflections
• Transitioning to Intensive Therapy Practices
• Balancing Weekly Clients and Intensives
• Overcoming Fear of Change in Practice
• Understanding Intensive Therapy Pricing
• Navigating Income Consistency and Transitioning Clients
• Marketing for Intensive Therapy Practices

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive. 

Book a 30 Mins Discovery Call 

Quote:  

“Change is hard, it's bumpy, and it takes us dealing with some uncomfortable feelings and doing the thing anyway.  But I hear from so many therapists that they're teetering on the edge of burnout and can't keep working in the way that they are. ” - Carolyn

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss  the common fears and challenges faced by EMDR therapists, particularly the fear of getting stuck with clients during therapy. The importance of recognizing these fears and how they can impede effective therapy. 

Topics covered:

• Fears and Imposter Syndrome in Therapy
• The Role of EMDR Intensives
• Navigating Difficult Moments in Therapy
• Strategies for Overcoming Stuckness in EMDR

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive. 

Book a 30 Mins Discovery Call 

Listen to EP 80 - Understanding Dissociation and How It Impacts EMDR Therapy

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share my  experiences and strategies for using Instagram as a vital part of her marketing ecosystem. My love-hate relationship with the platform, the importance of community and engagement, and how she leverages AI tools to streamline content creation. 

Topics covered:

• Introduction to Instagram Marketing Strategy
• The Love-Hate Relationship with Instagram
• Building Community and Engagement on Instagram
• Leveraging AI for Content Creation
• Driving Client Engagement and Conversions

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive. 

Book a 30 Mins Discovery Call 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, discusses the issue of imposter syndrome among therapists, particularly those transitioning to offering intensive therapy sessions. Sharing personal experiences and insights from my coaching program, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and overcoming these feelings of inadequacy. The conversation explores the cultural and societal factors contributing to imposter syndrome, especially for women, and offers advice for moving past these barriers to achieve professional success.

Topics covered:

• Introduction and Life Update
• Understanding Imposter Syndrome
• The Impact of Imposter Syndrome on Therapists
• Cultural Influences on Imposter Syndrome
• Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
• Embracing Your Worth as a Therapist
• Taking Action Against Self-Doubt

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 

Sign up for the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive. 

Book a 30 Mins Discovery Call 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share how shifting to EMDR intensives has not only transformed my therapy practice but also my life as a working parent. Balancing the demands of raising a family while running a private practice isn’t easy but EMDR intensives have given me the flexibility, scheduling freedom, and mental space I desperately needed.

I reflect on the challenges of managing stress and anxiety, the realities of parenting while running a business, and why intensives can be such a powerful solution for therapists looking to create more balance in their personal and professional lives.

If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin as a therapist, parent, and entrepreneur, this episode will give you a glimpse into how EMDR intensives can bring relief, flexibility, and a renewed sense of control.

Topics covered:

• The shift to EMDR intensives and how it changed my practice and life
• Reflections on managing stress and anxiety as a therapist.
• The struggles of being a working parent
• The benefits of EMDR intensives for scheduling and time management.
• Finding flexibility and grace in client management with intensives.
• Balancing work and personal life as a therapist and parent.

Ready to add intensives to your practice? Join the waitlist for my EMDR Intensives group program - limited spots, first access + exclusive bonuses for waitlist members www.futuretemplateparent.com/waitlist

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Resources mentioned in this episode

• Want support building your intensive offer in a single day? Book a free 30 mins consult and let’s talk about what your next chapter could look like.

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Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com  
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent  
• Free EMDR Intensive Client Workbook — the same one Carolyn and her coaching clients use to guide real, structured, high-impact treatment https://www.futuretemplateparent.com/freebie 

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast!  In today’s episode, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its impact on EMDR therapy, marketing, and private practice growth. I break down what EMDR therapists need to know about AI, including ethical considerations, leveraging AI for content creation, and staying ahead in an increasingly digital landscape.

Topics covered:

• The role of AI in therapy and EMDR practices
• Ethics of AI-generated content in private practice
• How AI is changing marketing strategies for therapists
• Using AI to enhance your content and search visibility
• Training AI tools for personalized marketing
• Navigating the evolving landscape of therapy business growth

Ready to create a thriving, balanced intensive practice? Join the waitlist for my EMDR Intensives group program - limited spots, first access + exclusive bonuses for waitlist members www.futuretemplateparent.com/waitlist

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Want support building your intensive offer in a single day? Book a free 30 mins consult and let’s talk about what your next chapter could look like.

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Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com  
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent  
• Free EMDR Intensive Client Workbook — the same one Carolyn and her coaching clients use to guide real, structured, high-impact treatment https://www.futuretemplateparent.com/freebie  

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 Curious how a therapist successfully navigates the shift to EMDR intensives, especially in a rural practice? Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Hannah Ciampini, an EMDR therapist and private practice owner. Hannah shares her journey from traditional therapy to offering EMDR intensives, including the challenges of marketing in a rural area, managing client expectations, and balancing work and family life. We also dive into the importance of niche marketing and the role of coaching in growing a sustainable practice.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Hannah’s journey into EMDR therapy and private practice.
• How she transitioned to offering EMDR intensives.
• Client reactions and navigating insurance vs. private pay.
• Marketing strategies for therapists in rural areas.
• The value of coaching, support, and investing in your business.
• Tips for balancing work, family life, and growing a thriving practice.
• Investing in Your Business for Growth

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Resources mentioned in this episode

• Ready to create a thriving, balanced intensive practice? Join the waitlist for my EMDR Intensives group program - limited spots, first access + exclusive bonuses for waitlist members www.futuretemplateparent.com/waitlist
• Want support building your offer in a single day? Book a free 30 mins consult and let’s talk about what your next chapter could look like.

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Connect with Hannah: 

Instagram: @blueprintandbloomlab

Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 
• Free EMDR Intensive Client Workbook — the same one Carolyn and her coaching clients use to guide real, structured, high-impact treatment https://www.futuretemplateparent.com/freebie  

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Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I know the admin side of things isn’t why you became a therapist, but it’s a huge part of running intensives well. In this episode, I’m breaking down the forms, documentation, and systems that keep your practice protected and running smoothly. 

I’ll show you how I streamline everything using Jane, my EHR, from intake paperwork to treatment plans and billing, so you can spend less time on admin and more time with clients.

Topics Covered:

• The essential intake paperwork every intensive practice needs.
• How to handle agreements, consent forms, and legal must-haves.
• Ways to streamline documentation with Jane (EHR).
• Simple treatment planning and progress note strategies.
• Billing and insurance tips that save time and stress.

Want more support in building a practice that actually works for you? Join the waitlist for The 12 week EMDR Intensive group program — spots are limited, and waitlist members get first access plus exclusive bonuses. 

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• Interested in booking a demo with Jane to see if they might be the right EHR for you? Click here: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Carolyn. Love it? Use my code CAROLYN1MO for a free one month grace period on your new account.
• Want support building your offer in a single day? Book a free 30 mins consult and let’s talk about what your next chapter could look like.

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Connect with Carolyn:

• Website: www.futuretemplateparent.com 
• Instagram: @futuretemplateparent 
• Free EMDR Intensive Client Workbook — the same one Carolyn and her coaching clients use to guide real, structured, high-impact treatment https://www.futuretemplateparent.com/freebie  

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“It gives a lot of detail about what the intensive entails, any inherent risks,  the timeline of the intensive, the fact that I don't guarantee outcomes. •Of course, that's important and then some legal language that protects me, protects them.’’- Carolyn