PsychBiz

On this Episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking to licensed clinical social worker and CEO and Founder of The Comfy Place, Lisa Ibekwe about building a group practice.

In this interview, Lisa Ibekwe shares her insights on:

• How she grew her group practice during the adversities of a global pandemic and what she learned along the way
• Understanding liability, protecting your licensure and the importance of maintaining clinical integrity
• Her top tips for anyone thinking of starting a group practice
• And more!

We hope you find today’s episode thought-provoking and helpful. As always, we’d love to know what you think so leave us a comment and don’t forget to subscribe!

Thanks for listening!

On this Episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking to counselor turned private practice business expert, podcaster and author, Jane Travis about overcoming imposter syndrome as a therapist.

In this interview, Jane Travis shares her insights on:

• The unrealistic expectations we set for ourselves that hold us back in our business
• The importance of showing up online
• Money mindset
• And more!

And for this episode’s giveaway, we are giving away some FREE copies of Jane Travis’ amazing book, Grow Your Private Practice! 

If you’ve been looking for no-nonsense, grounded and practical insight to grow your private practice, you’ll definitely want to enter, so here’s how:  

1. Write a review of PsychBiz wherever you get your podcasts
2. Take a screenshot of your review
3. Email it to [email protected] with “Grow Your Private Practice” as the subject line

On this Episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking to psychotherapist, business coach and author, Lynn Grodzki about discovering private practice success and integrating coaching techniques into your therapy methodologies.

In this interview, Lynn Grodzki shares her insights on:

• Finding the best methods for being successful in your therapy business
• Knowing your market and the importance of having a plan 
• How to really take control of your private practice
• And more!

And for this episode’s giveaway, we are giving away your choice of Lynn Grodzki’s books! Whether you’re looking to niche down or gain that coaching edge in your therapy practice, Lynn’s books have the advice and answers you’re looking for.

Choose from: 

• Building Your Ideal Private Practice : A Guide for Therapists and Other Healing Professionals
• Twelve Months to Your Ideal Private Practice a Workbook
• Business and Practice of Coaching : Finding Your Niche Making Money and Attracting Ideal Clients
• The New Private Practice : Therapist-Coaches Share Stories, Strategies, and Advice
• Crisis-Proof Your Practice : How to Survive and Thrive in an Uncertain Economy
• Therapy with a Coaching Edge : Partnership, Action, and Possibility in Every Session

Here’s how to enter to grab the copy of your choice for free:

1. Write a review of PsychBiz wherever you get your podcasts
2. Take a screenshot of your review
3. Email it to [email protected] with your chosen book title as the subject line.

On this Episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking to best-selling author, psychologist and humanitarian, Dr. Chris Stout about getting started in - and getting better at - private practice.

In this interview, Dr. Chris Stout shares his insights on:

• Pushing out of your comfort zone
• Doing more than therapy
• Creating a work/life balance

We also chat about his professional and humanitarian work, writing, using LinkedIn to connect with your audience, and podcasting!

And for this episode’s giveaway, Chris has been kind enough to supply us with copies of both his amazing books, Getting Started in Private Practice: The Complete Guide to Building Your Mental Health Practice and Getting Better at Private Practice.

Here’s how to enter to grab the copy of your choice for free:

• Write a review of PsychBiz wherever you get your podcasts
• Take a screenshot of your review
• Email it to [email protected] with the subject line “Getting Started” or “Getting Better”

On this Episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking to international mindfulness expert, psychotherapist, award-winning author and former Buddhist monk Donald Altman.

In this interview, he’ll be sharing his expert insights on:

• Finding balance
• Building resilience
• And experiencing joy from within using your passion as a clinician  

We talk about writing, his work and about the advice that he has for practitioners just like you. 

Donald has also been kind enough to supply us with several copies of his incredible book, Simply Mindful, which we’re going to be giving away to you, lovely listener! 

Simply Mindful is a 7-week course and personal handbook for mindful living, and we just know our listeners will appreciate how the curriculum in Simply Mindful includes new science and research that illustrates the benefits of how mindfulness works in the brain and body.

Here’s how to enter to grab your copy for free:

• Write a review of PsychBiz wherever you get your podcasts
• Take a screenshot of your review
• Email it to [email protected] with the subject line “Simply Mindful”

This is a sequel to the episode Recognizing Compassion Fatigue and Burnout in Therapists. 

In this Episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking about burnout prevention, compassion fatigue awareness, theory, intervention, and self-care.

1. How clinicians and therapists can manage their stress effectively
2. How therapists can benefit from stress rather than suffer from it
3. What therapy compassion is and its dimensions
4. What a “whole-body-brain” is and how to establish it
5. Why therapists should have empathy plus boundaries
6. Why prioritizing self-care can help therapists succeed in business

To get your free copy of Howard’s compassion management survey:

• Write a review of PsychBiz wherever you get your podcasts
• Take a screenshot of your review
• Email it to [email protected] with the subject line “Compassion Fatigue Awareness”

As a therapist, do you feel at risk of compassion fatigue and burnout? If so, then what should you be doing to protect yourself?

On this episode of PsychBiz, we’re talking about all things compassion fatigue and burnout, including: 

1. What compassion fatigue and burnout are
2. How to tell the difference between compassion fatigue and burnout
3. How compassion fatigue and burnout affect therapists and the symptoms to look out for
4. Why the work of being a therapist may put you at greater risk 
5. What therapists can do to protect themselves from compassion fatigue and burnout

And more! 

To get your free copy of Howard’s compassion management survey:

• Write a review of PsychBiz wherever you get your podcasts
• Take a screenshot of your review
• Email it to [email protected] with the subject line “Compassion Fatigue Awareness”

Tune in next time for our final episode of season one, where we’ll continue with our discussion about burnout prevention and compassion fatigue awareness, theory, intervention, and self-care.

Episode 5: Therapy Directories: Everything You Need To Know! (Show Notes)

As a therapist, should you be listed on therapy directories? If so, then which one is right for you, and how do you make the most of that investment?

On this episode of PsychBiz we answer all your questions about Therapy Directories, and give you some really practical suggestions about how to use them to stand out from the crowd online.

You’ll learn:

1) The different types of therapy directories

2) How to choose the right one(s) for you and your therapy business

3) The main elements you should include on your directory listing and why

4) How to write a bio that will attract your ideal clients

5) How to use directories to generate traffic to your therapy website, and why directory listings can’t replace your therapy website

6) Why you should never link to a therapy directory profile from your website

And more!

As a therapist, should you have a website? If so, then what should go on it, how should you get one, and what pitfalls should you be sure to avoid?

On this episode of PsychBiz we answer all your questions about Therapist Websites, and give you some really practical suggestions about how to make your website shine!

You'll learn:

1) Why should you have a website?

2) What are the main elements you should include on your website and why?

3) Should you put pictures of your self on there or not? What if you're super uncomfortable with having your picture there?

4) What about the text on the website - what should it say?

5) A lot providers wonder whether they should put their rates on the site…Sarah and Howard share opinions about that.

6) What are some of the do’s and don’ts of a good therapist website?

And more!

Videos can be an extremely effective way to connect with potential clients!

In Episode 3 of the Psychbiz Podcast, we discuss why videos are a great tool, and how to use them effectively for your own practice!

You'll learn:

-Why videos are so powerful.

-What to do if you find the idea of making a video overwhelming or intimidating.

-How Howard used videos on his private practice website, and what the response has been.

-How to use the videos you create on multiple platforms!

- Practical suggestions for making your videos a success.

Music for this podcast was created by Eli Baumgarten - learn more about his music here!