The Bad Therapist Show

Are you ready to hear a private practice transformation that is nothing short of inspiring? Today, we're chatting with one of my coaching clients, Jim Kemp, a Denver-based psychologist whose story will redefine what you thought possible in the world of therapy businesses. 

Over the past year of working together, Jim has transformed his two person group practice into a thriving, profitable group practice, showcasing the power of strategic changes and mindset shifts. In this episode, Jim opens up about the highs and lows of reimagining his business model, the pivotal role coaching played in his success, and how he’s created a practice that not only survives but thrives - even when he's away. 

If you've ever wondered how to turn your private practice into a well-oiled machine that supports both your clients and your personal life, this is a conversation for you! Tune in now and get ready to take bold steps towards a more fulfilling and profitable future in your private practice.

More about Jim:

Jim Kemp is a seasoned psychologist who leads a small but mighty group practice in Denver, Colorado, with a focus on men's relational health, specializing in couples work, individual recovery, and group therapy. An outdoor enthusiast, painter, and musician, he combines his professional expertise with a gentle demeanor, rich metaphors, and a light sense of humor. Jim shares his life with his longtime partner and their three children.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Therapists' misconceptions about ethics and comfort in private practice
• The secret behind creating a sustainable therapy practice that also pays the bills
• Jim Kemp's inspiring story of transforming his private practice within a year
• The significant mindset shifts that can lead to better business decisions
• Strategic changes that led to Jim's increased revenue and more personal freedom
• The true value of coaching through the ups and downs of running a private practice

Connect with Jim Kemp:

• Website: www.denverccc.com
• Email: [email protected] 

Connect with Felicia:

• Want help creating a profitable group practice? Hire me for Business Coaching
• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

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"It's a cool feeling to feel like I'm away and there's still clients coming into the practice... we're keeping the lights on and clients are getting good care." - Jim Kemp

Are you tapping into the full potential of client retention in your private practice, or are you letting opportunities slip through your fingers? Let's get real about the part of your therapy practice that's often brushed aside but is actually a goldmine for both you and your clients.

In today's episode, I'm tackling the tricky topic of client retention head-on. I'll share with you how to approach those critical moments when a client is considering ending therapy - without crossing ethical lines or making them feel cornered. I'll discuss the power of a meaningful closing process and how it can lead to unexpected breakthroughs and deeper healing. Client retention isn't just about keeping your private practice afloat; it's about ensuring that every client gets the chance to truly benefit from therapy.

So, if you're ready to challenge the status quo and embrace a more impactful way of wrapping up therapy, this episode is for you. Tune in and let's dive deep into the heart of client retention in private practice together!

Topics covered in this episode: 

• The importance of client retention in private practice
• Ethically navigating a client's decision to end therapy when they might still need it
• Sharing your clinical judgment without pressuring clients
• The potential positive outcomes of a well-conducted closing process in therapy
• The mutual benefits of a structured ending process for therapists and clients alike

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Raise your fee and start earning more: The Fee Formula
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Related episodes:

• Ethical Termination in Therapy: Ending Client Relationships with Care w/ Dr. Jen Blanchette [Ep 76]

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"It would be irresponsible, in my opinion, to not tell your client that you recommend that they stay in therapy."- Felicia

Ready to find out what it's like to navigate the highs and lows of growing a private practice with me in your corner? In today's episode, I’m chatting with one of my clients, Rio Richards, a therapist who transformed her practice while embracing the role of a new mother. Rio takes us on her personal journey through the challenges of niching down, adjusting fees, and stepping into the world of social media marketing. 

You'll discover how Rio overcame the "good therapist" conditioning to find her true calling in grief work, and learn from her experience as she shares the raw emotions behind raising her therapy fees. Plus, you'll get an insider's look at how leveraging Instagram can not only expand your reach but also open doors to offering new services like grief coaching.

This episode is a must listen for any therapist looking to grow their private practice, break through barriers, and build a business that truly reflects their values and expertise. Tune in now!

More about Rio Richards:

Rio Richards is a licensed therapist and coach specializing in grief and trauma recovery. She is a certified Somatic EMDR practitioner and uses a blend of nervous system theory and tangible, boots-on-the-ground modern grief experience to help her clients navigate loss within the western, grief-illiterate culture. She's passionate about helping overly-responsible women struggling with the push and pull of grief & daily life heal as they rebuild. 

Topics covered in this episode: 

• Rio's story of becoming a grief and trauma recovery therapist, growing her private practice, and juggling new motherhood
• Rio's transition from a generalist to finding her true calling in the specialized niche of grief work
• The emotional rollercoaster behind Rio's decision to raise her therapy fees and the unexpected reactions from clients
• Rio's initial resistance to social media and how she turned Instagram into a powerful tool
• The role business coaching played in Rio's journey and how it helped her navigate tough decisions and foster self-trust
• Different ways Rio is expanding her services to grow her private practice
• A sneak peek into Rio's plans for creating accessible group programs that could revolutionize grief support

Connect with Rio Richards:

• Website: www.riorichardstherapy.com
• Instagram: @andthatsgrief 

Connect with Felicia:

• Get business coaching with Felicia: One on One Business Coaching
• Raise your fee and start earning more: The Fee Formula
• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

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"I had to keep practicing self trust and that's one of the most overarching themes in our work together... I had to attend to all of those parts of me, but I couldn't do that without a container." - Rio Richards

Wondering how you can build a six-figure private practice without burning out? This episode is for you! Building a six-figure private practice is not about packing your schedule or chasing the newest marketing trends - it's about a mindset makeover that paves the way to serious cash flow.

I'll let you in on my personal story of raking in $105,000 a year while working only 12 days a month. Get ready for real talk on making bold moves, like upping your fees, saying "no" to opportunities that don't serve you, and crafting a cancellation policy that respects your time and your wallet.

Plus, I'll tell you more about The Fee Formula - my new course that arms you with the templates, scripts, and strategies to transform your private practice. If you're itching to make changes that count and eager to create a practice that's as profitable as it is passion-fueled, then you can't afford to miss this episode!

Topics covered in this episode:

• The single most crucial factor that can help you build a six-figure private practice, regardless of your current client base or marketing tactics.
• My journey to earning $105,000 a year while working just 12 days per month, and how you can replicate this success in your own practice.
• Everything you need to know about The Fee Formula, my comprehensive course designed to equip therapists with the tools, scripts, and mindset shifts necessary for building a six-figure private practice.
• The power of saying "no" and how mastering this can open doors to opportunities that align perfectly with your business goals.
• The delicate art of fee discussions with clients, both new and existing, and how these conversations can dramatically impact your earnings.
• A well-crafted cancellation policy isn't just about protecting your income; it's also about respecting your time.

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Resources from this episode:

• The Fee Formula, A Therapist's Roadmap to 6+ Figures
• Join Liberated Business

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"I realized that getting what I wanted wasn't just about saying yes to opportunities; it was equally about saying no to everything else that wasn't a clear path to my goal." - Felicia

Are you a therapist looking to earn money while you sleep? Let’s explore the possibilities of passive income for therapists! In today's episode, I'll help you see how you can create passive income in your private practice and stretch beyond the traditional therapy model. 

I'm unpacking the must-know strategies to build a revenue stream that doesn't clock out when you do. You'll learn how to grow an audience that's not just about the numbers but a community that trusts and values your expertise. I'll walk you through pinpointing a mission that aligns with your passion and how to turn that into digital offers your clients can't resist. But it doesn't stop there – I'm also sharing my personal insights on marketing tactics that keep the cash flowing without constant effort on your part. 

Plus, you'll discover the art of crafting a buying experience that's as effortless for you as it is for your clients, with tools and tips for automatic delivery of your products. Tune in to transform your practice with passive income today!

Topics covered in this episode:

• The first step to creating passive income for therapists.
• The importance of gaining your audience's trust and becoming their go-to resource for specific problems they face.
• Defining a clear mission to create passive income offers that resonate deeply with your audience's needs.
• The role of digital offers in establishing passive income for therapists.
• Marketing strategies necessary for promoting passive income products, turning your offers into a steady income stream.
• Setting up seamless delivery systems for your digital products that ensure your customers receive your products instantly, without extra effort from you.

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Resources from this episode:

• Marketing Strategy Clinic
• Scalable Offers for Therapists
• ConvertKit
• Kajabi
• Thinkific
• Podia
• Squarespace
• Mailchimp
• Flodesk

Related episodes:

• Networking on Social Media: Why Other Therapists Following You on Instagram Is Actually a Good Thing [Ep 73] 
• Get Noticed, Get Clients: Visibility Strategies for Therapists [Ep 72]
• How to Pick a Therapy Niche That Makes You Happy [Ep 4]

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“Social media marketing it's basically all of the good things about traditional networking, but supercharged.” - Felicia

Are you ready to boost your bank balance and see your therapy practice thrive? Tune in to discover how you can increase your private practice revenue every year despite the sneaky effects of inflation! 

In today's episode, I'll guide you through the top reasons why boosting your income isn't just a luxury (it's a necessity for keeping up with the ever-rising cost of living) and understanding the impact inflation has on your private practice. Together, we'll dive into practical strategies for setting appropriate fees that not only reflect your value but also ensure your financial health and help you plan for the future. Then we'll explore how to communicate fee increases to clients in a way that's clear, fair, and maintains trust. 

Plus, I'll share my personal favorite way to celebrate my worth: giving myself a raise on my birthday! Tune in now and take control of your income with confidence.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Why the value of a dollar matters and what it means for your practice
• Breaking free from undercharging as a therapist and valuing your services
• Strategies for increasing your private practice revenue every year
• Setting the right fee increase amount for your private practice's growth
• Communicating fee changes without causing client discomfort
• The significance of financial security for therapists' service quality

Connect with Felicia:

• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Resources from this episode:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers

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"You are providing a professional service to people and you have to do that in a way that actually supports you financially." - Felicia

Are you navigating the tricky waters of ethical termination in therapy? In today's must-hear episode, I sit down with Dr. Jen Blanchette, a seasoned psychologist and burnout consultant, who quit her own private practice last year. Together we unravel the seldom-discussed but crucial topic of ending therapeutic relationships responsibly. We dive deep into creating a termination plan that aligns with your practice, ensuring client care through thoughtful referrals, and the importance of documenting your clinical decisions. You'll discover how to handle terminations without guilt, recognize the signs of therapist burnout, and why prioritizing your well being is not just okay - it's essential. 

This conversation is a treasure trove of insights for therapists at any stage of their career. Tune in to empower yourself with the knowledge and tools to ethically and confidently conclude therapy sessions. Don't miss out on these invaluable strategies—your practice and peace of mind may depend on it!

More about Dr. Jen Blanchette:

Dr. Jen Blanchette is a licensed psychologist and host of The Therapist Burnout Podcast. She helps therapists who want to quit make the next steps in their careers and their lives after burnout.  She provides consultation and support for private practice owners who want to quit either love their practice or leave it. 

Topics covered in this episode:

• The truth about how often therapists actually face abandonment complaints
• The importance of having a solid plan for ethical termination in therapy and consulting peers
• Documenting your decisions when you decide to end therapy with a client
• The best practices for providing referrals and managing clinical risks during ethical termination in therapy
• The personal cost of therapist burnout and why self-care isn't just important; it's essential
• Your rights as a therapist to put your well being first and how it benefits your private practice

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Connect with Dr. Jen Blanchette:

• Website: https://drjenblanchette.com/
• Podcast: Therapist Burnout Podcast
• LinkedIn: Jennifer Blanchette, PsyD, LP

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"You deserve health, wealth, love, freedom, just like your clients do." - Dr. Jen Blanchette

Are you drowning in administrative tasks in your private practice? Do you feel like there's never enough time to focus on what you love most? Then you have to tune into this episode to discover my top three time-saving systems for therapists and learn how to implement these strategies to reclaim your time and boost your practice's efficiency.

Join me as I dive into the game-changing strategies that can streamline your financial management, client payments, digital marketing, therapy notes, and more. You'll learn how to implement the Profit First system to manage your finances efficiently, why collecting payments upfront is crucial, and how to create a digital marketing plan that actually works for YOU. Plus, I'll share my secret to staying on top of case notes without feeling overwhelmed. 

Don't miss out on these essential tips that will free up your time and allow you to focus on what truly matters - your clients and your passion for therapy. Let's transform your private practice together!

Topics covered in this episode:

• Implementing the Profit First system for efficient financial management
• The secrets to creating a digital marketing routine that feels less like a chore and more like a charm
• Creating a schedule for your financial and marketing tasks
• My personal strategy for staying on top of therapy notes and AI tools that might just make note-taking a breeze

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Resources from this episode:

• Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine by Mike Michalowicz 
• Profit First for Therapists: A Simple Framework for Financial Freedom by  Julie Herres
• Surfer
• Upheal
• SimplePractice
• TherapyNotes

Related episodes:

• Profit First for Therapists: How to Grow Your Wealth [Ep 59]

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"The whole point of having a private practice is that you can make it into the practice you want it to be." - Felicia

Want to know how you can get the most out of any investment you make in your therapy practice? In today's episode, I'm tackling the big questions and common fears that hold therapists back from truly investing in their business growth. Join me as we explore the myths that may be keeping you from reaching your full business potential. 

You'll learn how to shift your mindset from hesitant to headstrong, and why embracing your role as the CEO of your private practice is crucial for success. I'll share strategies to ensure that every penny you put into your business works as hard as you do. By the end of our time together, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions that not only align with your business goals but also propel you towards them. So get ready to turn any investment you make a huge success! Press play now and let's start maximizing the return on your investments – your therapy practice deserves it!

Topics covered on How to Get the Most Out of Any Investment:

• The common fears therapists have about investing in their practice and how to conquer them
• A mindset shift you must make if you want to get the most out of any investment
• Making informed decisions rather than outsourcing core responsibilities in your private practice
• The reason why there's valuable insight to gain from every investment, even those that don't pan out as expected
• Tangible tips for turning new knowledge into action steps that propel your private practice forward

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Related episodes:

• What You Need to Know Before Hiring a Team Member for Your Private Practice [Ep 17]
• What You Need to Know Before You Hire a Virtual Assistant [Ep 21]
• The Power of Delegation: How Hiring A Virtual Assistant Can Transform Your Therapy Practice with Betsy Castro [Ep 22]

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“You can't outsource caring about your business to somebody else.” - Felicia

Are you a therapist who has started marketing on social media only to find your follower list packed with... other therapists? Before you say, "I must be doing something wrong!", I want you to stop and tune into this episode where I'm chatting about the power of networking on social media.

I'll reveal why having other therapists follow you on Instagram is actually a good thing for your private practice. I'll teach you how to leverage those professional follows and turn them into a springboard that launches you right in front of the ideal clients you're looking to attract. Plus, I'll share the secrets to expanding your reach without spending extra time or money and how to engage with your peers in a way that benefits both of you. 

Get ready to flip the script on your Instagram strategy and discover the untapped potential sitting right at your fingertips. Tune in now to learn how you can start leveraging those connections for the growth and reach your private practice deserves!

Topics covered in this episode: 

• The advantages of networking with other therapists on social media over traditional networking
• How to ethically 'borrow' audiences from therapists within your niche to grow your own following
• Strategies for engaging with other therapists that can result in them sharing your posts and expanding your reach
• Tips on collaborating with other therapists to create content that benefits both parties and increases visibility
• Building an audience beyond potential therapy clients for future opportunities you haven't even thought of yet
• Advice for networking on social media without spending too much time

Connect with Felicia:

• Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets
• Instagram: @the_bad_therapist
• Website: www.thebadtherapist.coach
• Facebook group: Healing Money

Related episodes:

• Episode 72: Get Noticed, Get Clients: Visibility Strategies for Therapists

Quote:

"Other therapists following you on Instagram is actually a great thing. You can leverage those connections to get in front of your ideal clients." - Felicia