After taking a summer to reset, I’m back and ready to share what time away taught me about life, work, and self-care. This conversation is part reflection and part permission slip to give yourself space when you need it.

I’m focusing on healing in 2025 and sharing how that focus is shaping the choices I make for my family and myself. Taking this break reminded me how much I needed rest, and while it wasn’t easy to pause the podcast, prioritizing my health and well-being turned out to be a surprisingly empowering move.

Stepping back showed me that slowing down doesn’t mean giving up. It just helps you show up stronger afterward. I’m grateful for everyone who is still here and still listening. There are exciting changes on the horizon and I’m happy to have you along for the ride. 

If you’re feeling the pull to make some shifts in your business, consider this your nudge to take that step. Book a Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session and let’s figure it out together.

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The summer slump hits every year — fewer clients, slower days, and that nagging urge to hustle harder or fix what feels off. It’s tempting to push yourself to fill every open spot or make big changes, but this slowdown isn’t failure; it’s just part of the natural rhythm of the season. Instead of resisting it, what if you leaned into the pause and gave yourself permission to slow down?

I’m taking a break from the podcast this summer to focus on family and rest. Before I step away, I want to share five easy, low-pressure ways to lean into this slower time without burning out or losing momentum.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through simple, manageable actions you can take to stay connected to your purpose while preparing your practice for a strong, sustainable return in the fall.

Whether you're just starting out or years in but feeling disconnected, these insights—and the Ideal Practice Blueprint workbook—are here to help you reconnect with your vision and your well-being, one intentional step at a time.

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

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In this episode, I’m getting real about what it actually looks like to be a mom and a therapist in private practice during the summer. If your days are filled with snack requests, sibling squabbles, and piles of laundry while you try to keep your business running—you’re not alone. I’m right there with you, and I’m diving deep into the messy realities, hard emotions, and the powerful truths we need to hear. 

I talk about the real-life tug-of-war between motherhood and maintaining a business during these unpredictable months, and the heavy mental load that comes with it. I’ll share what it’s like to juggle it all, why setting boundaries is so hard (but necessary), and why scaling back doesn’t mean you’re failing. 

Consider this your reminder that honoring where you are—and respecting your limits—can actually strengthen your life and your practice.

Whether you're just starting out or years in but feeling disconnected, these insights—and the Ideal Practice Blueprint workbook—are here to help you reconnect with your vision and your well-being, one intentional step at a time.

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

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Have you ever followed all the “right” steps to build your private practice, only to still feel exhausted or like something’s just…off? In today’s episode, I’m sharing what I wish I’d known from the start: perfect systems won’t get you far if your business isn’t built around what you actually want.

I’ll take you through my own story—leaving a group practice, checking every box, and still ending up burnt out. We’ll talk about the trap of copying other therapists’ models, from saying yes to everything out of obligation to chasing what looks good online.

If you’re tired of molding your business to fit someone else’s version of success, this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and start building a practice that actually fits you. 

Whether you're just starting out or years in but feeling disconnected, these insights—and the Ideal Practice Blueprint workbook—are here to help you reconnect with your vision and your well-being, one intentional step at a time.

Check out the Blueprint Here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/practiceblueprint

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

If you find today's episode helpful or inspiring, be sure to share it with your therapist friends, subscribe to the show, and leave your five star rating and review.

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On this episode of the Raised to Empower Podcast, I open up about one of the most common struggles I hear from women and mom therapists: the fear of choosing a niche in private practice. Whether you're still holding onto a generalist mindset or feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of narrowing your focus, you’re not alone. 

I’ll unpack why so many of us become generalists in the first place, reflecting on how our training encourages us to work with all kinds of clients and how this “say yes to everyone” mindset can quickly lead to burnout, misalignment, and feeling drained by our caseloads.

I share stories from my own journey, including the moments I realized I was taking on clients who weren’t a great match for me—how that led to exhaustion, doubting my skills, and questioning if private practice was truly sustainable. I also explore the universal fears therapists hold when it comes to defining a niche: What if I pick the wrong one? Will there be enough clients? What if I get bored? Am I even qualified to claim a specialty? 

You’ll hear how embracing a focus actually gives you more freedom and energy—not less—plus get actionable steps to uncover your own niche.

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

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I’m answering one of the biggest questions private practice clinicians face: whether or not to accept insurance.

This decision isn’t just about billing—it can shape how your practice runs, how you spend your time, and how you care for yourself as both a clinician and a human. I’m diving into why this question comes up so often, why it matters more than just the logistics, and how it connects to your values, your season of life, and your goals for your business.

I’ll walk you through the key differences between taking insurance and going private pay, share some mindset shifts that might help you make your decision with more clarity, and help you figure out what’s truly going to support you—not just in theory, but in the day-to-day reality of your work and life.

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

If you find today's episode helpful or inspiring, be sure to share it with your therapist friends, subscribe to the show, and leave your five star rating and review.

Ready to streamline your practice and simplify your life? Head over to https://bit.ly/AshleySimplePractice to start your 30 day free trial and get up to $200 off your paid subscription 

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In this episode, we’re talking about one of the biggest hurdles for therapists starting out in private practice: confidence.

If you’re feeling uncertain or like you’re making it up as you go, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t mean you’re not ready. It just means you’re at the beginning of something new.

Traditional clinical training rarely prepares us for the business side, which can leave even the most capable therapists second-guessing themselves. But confidence isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about taking the next step anyway.

I’m sharing how small, intentional actions can help you build confidence, create momentum, and feel more grounded in your private practice journey—even when things feel messy.

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

If you find today's episode helpful or inspiring, be sure to share it with your therapist friends, subscribe to the show, and leave your five star rating and review.

Ready to streamline your practice and simplify your life? Head over to https://bit.ly/AshleySimplePractice to start your 30 day free trial and get up to $200 off your paid subscription 

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On today’s episode, we’re diving into something that comes up for so many therapists building their private practice: confidence. Feeling unsure doesn’t mean you’re not cut out for this—it just means you’re at the starting line.

Traditional clinical training doesn’t exactly prepare you for the business side, and that gap can leave you second-guessing yourself. But confidence isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about moving forward anyway.

Throughout the episode, I share practical ways to build confidence through small, intentional steps. From creating a clear plan to finding the right support and learning to celebrate progress (not perfection), there are ways to build momentum—even when things feel messy.

For more structure and guidance, my Built to Run course can help you set up your online practice with clarity and confidence. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run.

And if you're looking for personalized guidance, my Clarity & Strategy Coaching Session is a one-on-one deep dive to help you take the next right step in your journey. Learn more and book your session at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/clarityandstrategy. 

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On today’s episode, we’re tackling a challenge many women and mom therapists face in private practice: money fears. Traditional clinical training rarely covers the business side, making financial stability feel uncertain—but it doesn’t have to.

I’ll break down where these fears come from, how they show up, and—most importantly—how to shift your mindset toward financial confidence and abundance. We’ll challenge limiting beliefs, reframe profit as a tool for sustainability, and explore how financial stability supports your life, family, and freedom.

And if you're ready for more guidance, my Built to Run program is designed to help you go from hesitant to thriving in private practice. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run

If you find today's episode helpful or inspiring, be sure to share it with your therapist friends, subscribe to the show, and leave your five star rating and review.

To get your FREE Bank Novo account, head to https://bit.ly/NovoAshley and enter the referral code "AshleyComegys" to sign up for your free  and get $40 after making $100 deposit

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On today’s episode, we’re tackling the fears that hold aspiring private practice therapists back. From worrying about failure and finding clients to fearing instability, these doubts are real—but they don’t have to stop you.

break down why traditional training leaves therapists unprepared for the business side of private practice and how to move forward anyway. You don’t need to have it all figured out—small, intentional steps can build confidence and momentum. I’ll also share practical ways to work through fear, from finding community support to taking proactive steps like journaling and networking. 

And if you're ready for more guidance, my Build to Run program is designed to help you go from hesitant to thriving in private practice. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.raisedtoempower.com/built-to-run

If you find today's episode helpful or inspiring, be sure to share it with your therapist friends, subscribe to the show, and leave your five star rating and review.

Grab your FREE copy of Comprehensive Connecting: Effective Scripts That Expand Your Networking Community & Actually Fill Your Online Practice

In this guide you will get:

• Tips and tricks for building relationships that will lead to referrals in your practice
• Real life examples of messages used to connect with referral sources
• Customizable “Plug and send” scripts for your specific practice and needs

Download your guide here https://bit.ly/CompConnecting 

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