The Build Your Private Practice Podcast

If your private practice website looks professional but isn't converting visitors into clients, this episode will show you why.

Liane is joined by Matt Morrison, founder of Clinic Sites, to explore the most common therapist website mistakes—and what actually works to attract and book your ideal clients. Learn how your website can build trust from the first click, guide visitors effectively, and become a true asset to your business.

Matt also walks through how Clinic Sites integrates with Jane App to make launching a polished, strategic site easier than ever.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Jane App – One Month Grace Period with Code BYPP1MO: https://meet.jane.app/more-time?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=BYPP1MO

Join the BYPP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildyourprivatepractice

Clinic Sites: https://clinicsites.co

In this special Q&A episode, Liane answers real questions submitted by Canadian therapists inside the BYPP community. From choosing the best website platform to navigating therapist exits, hiring support staff, and setting up your private practice properly—this episode is packed with practical, Canadian-specific advice.

If you've ever wondered "what's next?" or "am I doing this right?"—you're not alone. Tune in for grounded, real-world answers that will help you build your private practice with more clarity, confidence, and support.

Tools + Resources Mentioned:

• ClinicSites – Use code BYPP1MO for one free month of website hosting

• EFV Legal – Contracts and legal help for private practice

• BYPP Private Practice Start-Up Cost Guide – Free resource to help you plan and launch

• Kickstart Your Social Media Templates – Done-for-you Canva templates

📌 Links:

• Home

• Accelerate Your Practice

• Facebook Community

🧠 What We Cover:

• Best website platform for Canadian therapists

• Where to find contracts and legal templates

• Handling therapist exits and client records

• Insurance billing for RPs in Ontario

• Pros and cons of separate business accounts

• Tools for creating marketing content

• Using a business name while subcontracting

• Abbreviations in clinical notes

• Training admin staff on privacy and ethics

• How to introduce new admin staff + what to pay

In this guest episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Liane is joined by legal expert Elena Favaro Viana of EFV Legal to discuss the essential legal foundations therapists need to protect and grow their private practices. From contracts to business structure, hiring associates to selling your practice down the road — Elena breaks down what therapists need to know at every stage of business growth, and how to feel legally confident while building the practice you want.

Listen now and discover: ✔ The most common legal mistakes therapists make when starting or growing ✔ How to legally structure your practice for long-term stability ✔ What to include in associate agreements (and what to avoid) ✔ Legal considerations for multi-disciplinary clinics ✔ What makes a practice legally "sellable" down the road

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Connect with Elena Favaro Viana: EFV Legal Professional Corporation

• Want to win a $500 grant to build your private practice? Sign up for Jane App before September 30, 2025 using the code BYPP1MO to be automatically entered here: https://meet.jane.app/liane-wood/

• Don't miss the BYPP Online Summit coming September 2025 — connect, learn, and grow alongside Canadian private practice therapists. Sign up here: https://buildyourprivatepractice.thrivecart.com/bypp-summit-2025/

• BYPP Programs:

• Launch Your Practice

• Accelerate Your Practice

• Scale Your Practice

• Visit buildyourprivatepractice.ca for free resources

What if the burnout you're feeling isn't because you're doing too much—but because what you're doing isn't aligned?

In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Liane is joined by BYPP coach and registered psychotherapist Spencer Nageleisen to explore what it really means to build a values-aligned private practice. They unpack how therapists can move from overwhelm to meaning—not by working less, but by working with intention.

If you've ever questioned whether your practice truly fits your life, this episode is your compass.

🔗 Links & Resources: → Explore our signature programs: BuildYourPrivatePractice.ca

→ Join the BYPP Facebook Community: Click here to join

→ Want to win a $500 grant to build your private practice? Sign up for Jane App before September 30, 2025 using the code BYPP1MO to be automatically entered here: https://meet.jane.app/liane-wood/

→ Want quick wins now? Grab the BYPP Fast Track Kit

→ Don't miss the BYPP Online Summit coming September 2025 — connect, learn, and grow alongside Canadian private practice therapists. Sign up here: https://buildyourprivatepractice.thrivecart.com/bypp-summit-2025/

💡 In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why your values are a better compass than any business goal

• The difference between being busy and being burned out

• How to uncover the values that really matter to you

• Why focusing on one core value is more powerful than listing twenty

• Practical ways to experiment with your values in your day-to-day practice

• What to do when mindset blocks make you question your path

In this guest episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Liane is joined by systems strategist Samantha MacKinnon to talk about a challenge many therapists face when their practices start to grow: the chaos behind the scenes. Growth doesn't automatically create ease — and often, what looks like success on paper feels exhausting in real life. Samantha breaks down how simple systems shifts can help therapists move from constant reactivity and decision fatigue into clarity, confidence, and real scalability.

Listen now and discover: ✔ Why growth often feels chaotic behind the scenes ✔ Hidden signs your systems aren't supporting your success ✔ How mental load and decision fatigue drain your energy ✔ The power of micro-systems to free up brain space ✔ Small operational shifts that make a big difference fast

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Connect with Samantha MacKinnon: samanthamackinnon.com

• Want to win a $500 grant to build your private practice? Sign up for Jane App before September 30, 2025 using the code BYPP1MO to be automatically entered here: https://meet.jane.app/liane-wood/

• Don't miss the BYPP Online Summit coming September 2025 — connect, learn, and grow alongside Canadian private practice therapists. Sign up here: https://buildyourprivatepractice.thrivecart.com/bypp-summit-2025/

• BYPP Programs:

• Launch Your Practice

• Accelerate Your Practice

• Scale Your Practice

• Visit buildyourprivatepractice.ca for free resources

Burnout doesn't just disappear with a vacation—it requires real change in how your private practice is built and run. In this honest solo episode, Liane shares five foundational business shifts that helped her move from burnout to sustainability in her own practice. Whether you're overwhelmed, overbooked, or over it, these practical steps will help you build a business that supports your energy, income, and well-being. Mentioned in This Episode: Learn about Accelerate Your Practice: https://buildyourprivatepractice.ca

Join the BYPP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildyourprivatepractice Key Topics Covered: Why traditional success markers can lead to burnout

• How to restructure your schedule for more energy and ease
• The role pricing plays in long-term sustainability
• What it looks like to add a scalable income stream
• How getting support helped Liane take back her time
• The one question to ask if you're feeling stuck or depleted Professional Development Resources How to Treat Sleep Problems in Clients with Trauma - Dr. Colleen Carney Sleep issues often stall trauma recovery—and sleep hygiene alone won't fix it. Join renowned expert Dr. Colleen Carney in Toronto for a hands-on, two-day workshop that equips you with evidence-based sleep treatments, including CBT-I techniques tailored for trauma. https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/treating-sleep-problems-trauma-clients-workshop/?c=72e1ba2726d6#1705678617276-be0466c2-3bc5 EMDR 5-Day Training Courses with Roy Kiessling Join master trainer Roy Kiessling this summer in Toronto or Halifax for an EMDRIA-approved, 5-day intensive that goes beyond basics. https://leadingedgeseminars.org/emdr-training-courses-in-canada/?c=72e1ba2726d6 PESI Canada: FREE: Healing the Wounds of Trauma with Gabor Maté and Bruce Perry https://my.pesi.partners/65FX177/894T68/ FREE ONLINE COURSE: IFS Immersion Integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) Across Clinical Applications https://catalog.psychotherapynetworker.org/sales/pn_c_001804_ifsimmersionfree_global_partner_affiliate-868015?utm_source=Build+Your+Private+Practice+Inc&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=CRS001804&_ef_transaction_id=654ed707c3cd4ed3b44100249e69b1b6 PESI Canada x $49 Sale https://my.pesi.partners/65FX177/29ZZ21X/

In this special guest episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Liane is joined by Linzy Bonham, founder of Money Skills for Therapists, to talk about one of the biggest struggles many therapists face: money. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, ashamed, or uncertain when it comes to your practice finances, this conversation offers both compassion and clarity. Linzy shares mindset shifts, emotional insights, and simple systems that therapists can use to build real financial confidence—without shame, spreadsheets, or perfectionism.

Listen now and discover: ✔ Why money feels so emotionally charged for many therapists ✔ How money shame and avoidance keep you stuck ✔ The first simple mindset shift to start creating change ✔ How regular "money dates" build financial clarity ✔ Systems that support your values, life, and business goals

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Connect with Linzy Bonham: Money Skills for Therapists

• Listen to Linzy's Podcast: Money Nuts & Bolts

• BYPP Programs:

• Accelerate Your Practice

• Scale Your Practice

• Visit buildyourprivatepractice.ca for free resources

Burnout in private practice doesn't always look like exhaustion—it often hides behind a full caseload, strong boundaries, and a successful-looking schedule.

In this solo episode, Liane unpacks the quiet patterns of burnout many therapists miss and shares how you can recognize the warning signs before they lead to full-on depletion. From the emotional load of being your own boss to the hidden risk of being fully booked, this conversation gets real about what it takes to run a practice that supports your life—not drains it.

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Download the Private Practice Fast Track Kit: https://buildyourprivatepractice.thrivecart.com/the-bypp-private-practice-fast-track-kit

• Join the BYPP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildyourprivatepractice

Key Topics Covered:

• How private practice burnout differs from agency burnout

• 3 invisible burnout patterns that might be draining you

• Why being fully booked can be a hidden red flag

• How your business model could be the root of your exhaustion

• The mindset shift that helps start your burnout recovery

Practical next steps to shift from burnout to sustainability

In this special guest episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Liane sits down with Robin Valadares to unpack one of the most common struggles for therapists: money. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by your finances or simply want to build more stability, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how your money mindset can either hold you back or move you forward. Robin shares practical shifts, simple strategies, and tangible next steps for Canadian therapists to create the financial foundation their practice—and life—deserves.

Listen now and discover: ✔ Why therapists struggle financially even with full caseloads ✔ The biggest mindset traps therapists fall into about money ✔ How small financial habits lead to long-term stability ✔ Three simple areas to focus on for financial clarity ✔ Why financial freedom is not selfish—it's sustainable

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Connect with Robin:

• Join Robin's Newsletter

• Download Robin's Free Recession Guide

• BYPP Programs:

• Accelerate Your Practice

• Scale Your Practice

Visit buildyourprivatepractice.ca for more free resources

• What if you could stay visible all summer—without burning out or going silent?

  In this episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Liane shares a realistic, low-effort summer marketing plan designed specifically for Canadian therapists. You'll learn how to simplify your strategy, maintain visibility, and attract new clients over the summer—all in under 2 hours a week.

  This is your no-fluff, no-overwhelm guide to staying consistent and top-of-mind, even when your energy or schedule is limited.

  Links & Resources:

  • Accelerate Your Practice: buildyourprivatepractice.ca/accelerate-your-practice

  • Free Content Planner & Tools: buildyourprivatepractice.ca

  • Join the BYPP Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/buildyourprivatepractice

  What You'll Learn in This Episode:

  • The mindset shift that simplifies summer marketing

  • A 2x/week posting rhythm that builds trust

  • How to choose one platform and make it work for you

  • A simple batching strategy to prep a month of content fast

  • Tools for scheduling in advance so you can rest

  • Tips for reusing your best evergreen content

  • How to write your September re-launch message now

Professional Development Resources

How to Treat Sleep Problems in Clients with Trauma - Dr. Colleen Carney

Sleep issues often stall trauma recovery—and sleep hygiene alone won't fix it. Join renowned expert Dr. Colleen Carney in Toronto for a hands-on, two-day workshop that equips you with evidence-based sleep treatments, including CBT-I techniques tailored for trauma.

https://leadingedgeseminars.org/event/treating-sleep-problems-trauma-clients-workshop/?c=72e1ba2726d6#1705678617276-be0466c2-3bc5

EMDR 5-Day Training Courses with Roy Kiessling

Join master trainer Roy Kiessling this summer in Toronto or Halifax for an EMDRIA-approved, 5-day intensive that goes beyond basics.

https://leadingedgeseminars.org/emdr-training-courses-in-canada/?c=72e1ba2726d6

PESI Canada:

FREE: Healing the Wounds of Trauma with Gabor Maté and Bruce Perry https://my.pesi.partners/65FX177/894T68/

FREE ONLINE COURSE: IFS Immersion Integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) Across Clinical Applications

https://catalog.psychotherapynetworker.org/sales/pn_c_001804_ifsimmersionfree_global_partner_affiliate-868015?utm_source=Build+Your+Private+Practice+Inc&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=CRS001804&_ef_transaction_id=654ed707c3cd4ed3b44100249e69b1b6

PESI Canada x $49 Sale

https://my.pesi.partners/65FX177/29ZZ21X/