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  • 125: Finding and Owning your Superpowers as a Private Practitioner

    My guest today is Annie Schuessler, MFT, who coaches clinicians through her private practice in California. Our topic is a fun but important one: Finding and Owning your Superpowers as a private practitioner. We’re each gifted in some ways, but the challenge is often sifting through it all and focusing on what we’re best at. Then we have to know how to delegate or de-emphasize the rest. The process can be a struggle, but I hope this conversation will help you know it’s ok to be you and help you own what you’re good at.

    Resources:

    Today's Show Sponsor: Brighter Vision

    www.coachingwithannie.com

    Look for Annie’s podcast: Therapist Clubhouse

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session125

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    35 min
  • 124: Building Your Business Through the Adversities of Life

    Today’s guest is Daniela Tempesta, LCSW, who has a private practice in San Francisco. She has an amazing story to share about starting and re-starting her practice while dealing with the sudden loss of her mother. She’s written a NY Times article about her experience in continuing to build her business when life brings unexpected adversity. Daniela’s story speaks of the resilience and courage she found to keep moving forward, and it may be just what you need to hear today. Join us!

    Resources:

    Find out more about Daniela at www.danielalcsw.com

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: Brighter Vision

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session124

     

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    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    39 min
  • 123: Practicing Mindfulness

    Today’s guest is Kim Engstrom, a colleague who practices in my local area, just south of Philadelphia.  Our topic is perfect for my return after a break; it’s about practicing mindfulness. As practitioners, we must learn to take time for ourselves, even when we’re battling the daily grind. Mindfulness is a basic idea, but a powerful medium that can be helpful for anyone, no matter what your profession. Let’s join Kim to hear what mindfulness means for her and how she fits it into her life.

    Resources:

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: Brighter Vision

    Find out more about Kim: www.kimengstrom.com 

    Email Kim:  [email protected]

    The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

    A favorite mindfulness app: Headspace

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session123

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    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
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    36 min
  • 122: Creative Ways to Scale Your Business Into Multiple Streams of Income

    My guest today is Nicole Liloia, LCSW in New Jersey. We’re talking about thinking outside the box when it comes to creating multiple income streams and scaling our businesses. Nicole has the experience to teach us how to NOT be dependent on trading time for income. Want to know more? Join us!

    Resources:

    www.nicoleliloia.com (Find out more about Nicole's work)

    www.nicoleliloia.com/batchlikeaboss  (Find Nicole’s resource, Batch Like a Boss!)

    Find Nicole on all social media platforms: @Nicole Liloia

    www.upwork.com (Find freelancers when you need them!)

    www.fiverr.com (A global online marketplace of tasks and services)

    www.toggl.com  (Learn how to track your time!)

    The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: TheraNest

    TheraNest helps behavioral health professionals manage their practice with ease and efficiency.

    Get 21 days free trial and 20% off the monthly fee for the first 3 months: http://sellingthecouch.com/theranest

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session122

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    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    40 min
  • 121: 5 Podcasting Myths and How to Avoid Them

    Welcome to this solo episode! I’m talking today about all the things I thought I knew about podcasting that turned out NOT to be true. I want to help you avoid these mistakes if you’re considering embarking on your own podcasting journey. My podcasting journey spans almost 2-1/2 years now, which is still hard for me to believe. So, here we go; let’s jump right into Five Podcasting Myths and How to Avoid Them.

    Resources:

    The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber

    www.upwork.com (Find top quality freelancers!)

    www.zencastr.com (Find professional help with your podcast!)

    www.teampodcast.com (For all your podcast production and editing needs! Enter “Help” for 20% off, or just mention that Melvin sent you!)

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: TheraNest

    TheraNest helps behavioral health professionals manage their practice with ease and efficiency.

    Get 21 days free trial and 20% off the monthly fee for the first 3 months: http://sellingthecouch.com/theranest

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session121

    Mentioned in this episode:

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    28 min
  • 120: How to Set Fees for Your Private Practice

    My guest today is Opher Ganel, who is the spouse of a mental health practitioner. Although he trained as a physicist, he has a passion for small businesses. In working with his wife in her practice, he has noticed the struggle that many feel around setting rates. That’s our focus for today’s show; we will discuss setting fees in your private practice, which can be an uncomfortable subject. Join me for some helpful information!

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: TheraNest

    TheraNest helps behavioural health professionals manage their practice with ease and efficiency.

    Get 21 days free trial and 20% off the monthly fee for the first 3 months: http://sellingthecouch.com/theranest

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session120

    Mentioned in this episode:

    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    34 min
  • 119: A Mid-Career Transition to Therapy

    My guest is Cathy Berman, a private practitioner in Oakland, CA. She began her career as a nurse practitioner in the ob-gyn field. It was a natural transition for her to become a marriage and family therapist who specializes in pregnancy and postpartum issues.

    Join us for this real and open conversation about Cathy’s practice and her struggles along the journey.

     

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: TheraNest

    TheraNest helps behavioral health professionals manage their practice with ease and efficiency.

    Get 21 days free trial and 20% off the monthly fee for the first 3 months: http://sellingthecouch.com/theranest

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session119

    Mentioned in this episode:

    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    32 min
  • 118: Tips and Tricks to Creating Your First E-Course

    My guest today is Melissa Thompson, LMFT, who practices in NYC. Our topic is how to create an e-course, which is something she and two colleagues have done. They began with a blog that they expanded upon to provide the e-course for moms. E-courses can be a great way to expand your authority and reach, and they create additional income streams as well. Melissa shares her favorite tools, tips, and what she’s learned in thinking outside the box to meet her clients’ needs. Join us!

    You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session118

    Mentioned in this episode:

    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    37 min
  • 117: How to Market and Fill Up Your Newly Created Groups

    Today’s show is Part 2 of Episode 116 with Katie May, a DBT-certified therapist who works with teens in Philadelphia. Katie has been successful in creating therapy groups for her clients and is eager to share her tips. Today’s conversation focuses on setting fees, advertising, and filling groups. Join us for more from Katie!

     

     

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: Brighter Vision

    Sign up using the coupon code COUCH to get a free month of service: http://sellingthecouch.com/brightervision

    Mentioned in this episode:

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    30 min
  • 116: Starting a Group Within Your Private Practice

    Today’s conversation is with Katie May, from just outside Philadelphia, whose therapy practice specifically focuses on teens and adolescents. Our topic is one that frequently comes up in the STC Facebook community: starting a group within your private practice.

    With Katie, I’ve found someone who has successfully navigated the ins and outs of this process. In fact, she is known as The Group Guru. She’s figured out what to do and what not to do, so we’re splitting this daunting topic into a two-part conversation. Today we are discussing the format and inspiration for a group, how to structure a group and Katie’s pearls of wisdom. Join us!

     

    Today’s Awesome Sponsor: Brighter Vision

    Sign up using the coupon code COUCH to get a free month of service: http://sellingthecouch.com/brightervision

    Mentioned in this episode:

    We'd LOVE To Partner With You!

    ➡️ Want to launch your online course?

    Please check out our free 7-Day Course Creator Starter Kit For Therapists: https://sellingthecouch.com/coursekit
     ➡️ Looking to launch a successful podcast?
    Please check out our free "Using Podcasting To Grow Your Business" workshop for therapists:
    https://sellingthecouch.com/podcastingworkshop

    If you like what you hear, subscribe to the show!

    Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show where ever you listen to your podcast. This will keep you up to date on all the latest releases and news going on in the STC world!

    30 min

About Selling the Couch

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With 1.81 million+ downloads, Selling the Couch is an Apple Top Career podcast for current and future mental health private practitioners who think differently. Psychologist Melvin Varghese interviews successful therapists in private practice about how they built their businesses as well as top entrepreneurs, business/marketing, and social media experts.*

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