The Private Practice Pro

If you've ever considered hosting your own retreats, this episode is a must! Host Kelley Stevens sits down with Patrick Casale, founder of All Things Private Practice, to uncover insights into running a successful retreat-based business. Patrick, an expert in serving neurodivergent LGBTQA and BIPOC communities, shares tips for profitable and memorable retreats. Learn about common mistakes to avoid, including the importance of social media presence, niche understanding, and unique value. With his expert guidance, you'll gain the confidence to dive into the world of retreat hosting, ensuring that your next one is a resounding success. And if you are still uneasy about stepping out of your comfort zone by the end of this episode, heed Patrick's advice to "doubt yourself and do it anyway."

In This Episode:

• Hosting successful retreats
• Ensuring profitability for your retreat-based business
• Understanding your niche and target audience
• Avoiding common pitfalls while running retreats
• Using social media to engage with your audience
• Believing in your own value to get ticket sales

Highlights:

(0:59) – Patrick's introduction

(5:22) – Patrick shares his journey and current process for managing successful retreats

(12:54) – How to ensure that you are profitable while running a retreat-based business

(15:44) – Three common mistakes therapists make hosting retreats for the first time

(19:35) – Using social media to build and engage with your audience

(25:17) – The importance of believing in your own value rather than relying on your guest speakers' audience and reputation to sell tickets

(36:41) – Understanding your customer avatar and niche

(43:11) – How to attend one of Patrick's upcoming retreats

(45:53) – Kelley answers a listener's question about the best way to communicate limited availability to potential clients

References:

EventBrite → https://www.eventbrite.com/

Onsite Workshops → https://onsiteworkshops.com/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Dreaming about moving beyond one to one therapy? Join Kelley and guest Stephanie Clairmont MHSc (The Leveraged Practice), as they discuss the process of expanding your brand and making the jump into the e-learning world. Stephanie shares her personal experience and earned expertise to get you dreaming and planning for the next steps in your journey.

Guest Bio:

Stephanie Clairmont, MHSc - Founder, The Leveraged Practice

Stephanie Clairmont is a retired registered dietitian, entrepreneur, and mom of three young kids. She is the founder and lead facilitator at The Leveraged Practice, where she supports other health practitioners in developing an online program for their practice. Supporting hundreds of colleagues with her webinars and online programs, Stephanie combines her unique experience with research and best practices to change how health education is provided worldwide.

Learn more at: www.theleveragedpractice.com

IG:@TheLeveragedPractice

In this Episode:

• The do's and don'ts of starting online therapy services
• Starting from scratch vs. a branded expert
• Models of delivery for online programs
• Types of service to offer online
• Benefits of online programming
• Steps to get started expanding your practice

Highlights:

(0:00) - Episode Intro

(0:53) - Stephanie Clairmont Introduction

(4:08) - Online learning and courses

(6:10) - Launching Stephanie's first online program

(7:00) - The early days of online work

(8:45) - How a therapist can start to build their online program

(11:01) - Running a group program online

(13:25) - Free Training

(14:25) - The 4 proven delivery models of online therapy programs

(16:15) - The 3 different types of therapy offerings/ products online

(22:10) - The best time to start launching online programs

(30:50) - Connecting shared content to your offerings

(44:10) - Kelley answers a listener's question about having a social media presence prior to starting your private practice.

References:

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

The path isn't rarely what we expect it to be, and that isn't always a bad thing! Whether you are in pre-licensure or a seasoned therapist, this episode will resonate and offer support. Join Kelley and The Private Practice Pro Alum Kate Sayers MS LPC as they take you through their personal experiences navigating expectations vs reality in prelicensure, hospitals, group practices and finally private practice. Share in the vulnerable moments and personal triumphs of a fellow clinician as she found her strength to bet on herself and came to realize that she had what it takes to market and grow her business all along.

Guest Bio:

Kate Sayers, MS, LPC - Owner & Therapist: Safe Space Therapies

Kate Sayers is a licensed therapist with over a decade of clinical experience. She is the owner of Safe Space Therapies, a private practice based in Glendale, WI. Kate specializes in treating adults who've experienced trauma, serving her peers in the LGBTQ+ community, and working with young professionals experiencing anxiety disorders. She identifies as queer and is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community.

Learn more at: www.safespacemke.com / IG: @safespacemke

In This Episode:

• The unexpected truths about work in prelicensure
• What it's like working in the hospital setting
• Key steps to marketing your private practice and building a client base
• Overcoming challenges during the Pandemic
• Ethics of non compete clauses
• Importance of professional relationships
• Work life balance in private practice

  Highlights:

  (0:00) - Episode Intro

  (0:53) - Kate Sayers Introduction

  (9:22) - Working as a therapist in a hospital (Kelley and Kate's experiences)

  (14:57) - Leaving the hospital or group practice and starting a private practice

  (21:38) - Telehealth and in-person therapy during Pandemic

  (24:17) - Noncompete clauses, ethics and opinions

  (28:03) - Marketing your private practice, relying on the power of networking

  (35:00) - Being a young therapist, managing insecurity when ability questioned

  (37:53) - The private practice lifestyle and balancing workload

  (44:06) - LGBTQ+ representatives in the therapist community

  (47:57) - Kelley answers a listener's question about handling late cancellations or no shows.

  References:

  Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

  Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

  This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Does the world of prelicensure have you feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, host Kelley Stevens sits down with therapist Angelie Wallace to discuss the challenges and triumphs of prelicensure. Discover valuable insights on managing your schedule and setting boundaries, the power of networking to advance your career, and navigating the financial obstacles of prelicensure. Angelie's story will inspire you to embrace vulnerability and manage impostor syndrome, preparing you for the next steps of your journey as a successful therapist.

Guest Bio:

Angelie Wallace is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and fire wife. She earned her Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University in Santa Barbara, CA which is where she currently works in private practice under the supervision of Cara Behan, LMFT. Angelie has a deep passion for holistic wellness and the outdoors which informs her work with clients. She loves supporting individuals and couples in times of transition, specializing in Perinatal Mental Health.

www.angeliewallace.com

[email protected]

In This Episode:

• Managing your schedule during prelicensure
• Building connections to advance your career
• Navigating financial challenges of prelicensure
• Allowing vulnerability and accepting support
• Finding a private practice associateship
• Managing imposter syndrome

Highlights:

(1:15) - Angelie's introduction

(4:08) - Managing schedule and boundaries during prelicensure

(12:24) - Angelie's prior career and decision to become a therapist

(17:13) - Navigating the financial challenges of prelicensure

(19:11) - Using networking to find a private practice associateship

(21:22) - How Angelie's therapeutic style has changed throughout her journey

(23:20) - Managing imposter syndrome thoughts

(29:14) - Angelie's vision for her personal and professional life five years from now

(32:06) - Kelley answers consultation client's question about setting a speaker fee

References:

Student Counselor Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/5WNntszsjzgWNcnloQcsko?si=4c8b3313a6e04d38

Pepperdine University → https://www.pepperdine.edu/

Community Couseling and Education Center → https://ccecsb.org/

Cara Behan → https://therapyinsantabarbara.com/

Sarah Buck → https://www.sarahbucktherapy.com/

Andrew Teton, MA, LMFT → https://www.antioch.edu/faculty/andrew-teton/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Want to amplify your impact? Join host Kelley Stevens as she sits down with Jenna Overbaugh, a therapist who has become a beacon of resilience, helping to shatter stigmas surrounding OCD and anxiety. Throughout the episode, we explore the power of multiple revenue streams, social media, and course-building platforms while embracing your purpose of making a lasting impact in the mental health world. With an unwavering passion for inspiring and empowering others, Jenna's story will leave you eager to take on your next challenge with confidence.

Guest Bio:

Jenna Overbaugh is a licensed professional counselor based in Wisconsin and has been working with people who have OCD and anxiety since 2008. Previously, she worked at world renowned facilities including Johns Hopkins Hospital and Rogers Memorial Hospital, where she treated some of the most debilitating cases of OCD and anxiety in the world. She has contributed to several peer reviewed literature articles as well as spoken at national conferences on OCD, anxiety, hoarding, and related issues. She's also a mom to a 5 year old and has lived experience with postpartum OCD, anxiety, and depression.

www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com

All The Hard Things - podcast

jenna.overbaugh on Instagram

In this Episode:

• Allowing yourself to have career aspirations outside of therapy
• Normalizing postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts
• Using multiple revenue streams to grow your business
• Navigating various website and course-building platforms
• Misconceptions about OCD and barriers to therapy
• Utilizing social media to gain clients and grow your business

Highlights:

(1:03) - Jenna's introduction

(11:11) - Misconceptions about OCD and how Jenna's resources increase accessibility to help for those suffering from OCD

(17:06) - How Jenna's personal struggles drove her to reach more clients via social media

(21:20) - Jenna's transformation from Instagram newbie to now having over 44,000 followers

(28:02) - Jenna's decision to make her business her full-time job; and her various revenue streams

(35:10) - Navigating the plethora of different platform options to build your website and host courses

(49:13) - Jenna's goals and aspirations for the future of her business

(58:06) - Kelley answers listener Samantha's question about automating initial client phone calls

References:

Johns Hopkins Hospital → https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/the_johns_hopkins_hospital/

Rogers Memorial Hospital → https://rogersbh.org/

Digital Course Hive → https://digitalcoursehive.com

Kajabi → https://kajabi.com/

Social Bungalow → thesocialbungalow.com

Live Launch Academy → https://thesocialbungalow.com/live-launch-academy

Thrivecart → https://thrivecart.com/

Showit → https://showit.com/

ConvertKit → https://convertkit.com/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Success favors the bold! If you want proof, tune into this episode where host Kelley Stevens delves into the unique career trajectory of Justin Gillespie, a therapist, social media coach, and therapist consultant. Justin tells first hand how he filled his. practice and more through social media, his strategies for making long-term plans a reality, and his role in helping other therapists level up their businesses. If you need some inspiration to propel your career to new heights, you will definitely get it here!

Guest Bio:

I had gotten fired in 2022 while trying to build myself further as a content creator and private therapist and was not ready to go into business for myself full time. I decided to swim and hope I did not sink which brought me 20 million TikTok views over the last year and over 200 therapy inquiries.

[email protected]

Thriving Enhanced Services, LLC

www.thrivingenhancedservices.com/socialmediacoaching

IG: @justingillespielmsw

TikTok: @justingillespielmsw

In this Episode:

• How social media can impact your career path
• Making your five-year plan a reality
• Starting small to grow your business steadily over time
• Using authentic social media content to gain clients
• Achieving your goals while supporting fellow therapists
• Designing your own blueprint for success

Highlights:

(0:35) - Justin's introduction

(3:40) - The current structure of Justin's private practice

(5:16) - How Justin's social media presence has influenced his career trajectory and business growth

(22:26) - Using courses to start small and grow your business over time

(26:15) - Justin's current job schedule, responsibilities, and aspirations

(29:57) - Justin's secrets for making a five-year plan a reality

(40:24) - How Justin plans to run his business and help other therapists achieve their personal goals

(48:00) - Justin's vision for his business and personal life five years from now

(52:13) - Kelley answers a listener's question about launching a private practice in the summer.

References:

Kelsey Warren (Business Coach) → Kelsea Warren • The Seamless Coach | LinkedIn

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Discover the art and power of mompreneurship! In this episode, host Kelley Stevens speaks with Alex Steric, a private practice therapist who fearlessly embarked on the path of entrepreneurship while balancing the joys and challenges of motherhood. Follow her journey from the early weeks of establishing her private practice to navigating maternity leave, postpartum anxiety, and harmonizing work and family life. Prepare to be inspired as she unveils Thrive After Baby, an online community co-founded by Alex, offering transformative courses, personalized therapy, and coaching to empower new parents. Don't miss out on her expert advice for launching your own course and stepping into your entrepreneurial potential!

Guest Bio:

Alex is a mom of two and an LCSW in private practice with offices in Westlake Village and Ventura, CA. Alex specializes in working with new and expecting parents and women facing symptoms of anxiety, perfectionism, feelings of not enough, and trauma. She is certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C) and utilizes Brainspotting in her work with clients. Alex also enjoys supervising associates and offers consultation to licensed therapists. She is also the co-founder of Thrive After Baby.

Website alexstericlcsw.com

Email: [email protected]

IG: @alexstericlcsw @thriveafterbaby

In this Episode:

• Balancing parenthood and running a business
• Navigating the early days of private practice
• Tips for launching your own online course
• Planning maternity leave to fit your unique needs
• Coping with postpartum anxiety and the transition back to work

Highlights:

(0:52) - Alex Steric's introduction

(8:42) - Alex's experience during the first few weeks of starting her private practice

(16:01) - How Alex chose an office space that made her feel at peace

(22:00) - Balancing parenthood and relationships with running a business

(27:31) - Alex's experiences with maternity leave, postpartum anxiety and transitioning back to work

(34:43) - What Alex wishes she had known when she first started her private practice (36:04) - Thrive After Baby and Alex's advice to therapists who want to launch an online course

(45:04) - Kelley answers listener Annabelle's question about what kind of job to take after graduation

References:

Jennifer Elder → http://jenniferelder.com/home/

Your Roadmap → https://theprivatepracticepro.com/roadmap/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Unleash your therapist directory profile power! Today we get to sit down with Ryan Schwartz, the mastermind behind Mental Health Match. Ryan's passion for supporting independent therapists was the driving force behind creating his groundbreaking modern therapist directory. Throughout our conversation, he explains how to craft an engaging and effective therapist profile. Want expert insights into converting directory browsers into clients? You'll get that and more in this can't-miss episode!

Guest Bio:

Ryan Schwartz believes that therapists can heal our world, but only if they feel supported, connected, and able to thrive. That's why he created a modern therapist directory that helps therapists grow their practice with the clients they love to work with. Prior to founding Mental Health Match, he was a communications strategist who used words and stories to bring people together and create social change. Ryan is also a co-founder of TherapistsDAO, a therapist community building the first large-scale clinic completely owned, governed, and designed by therapists. Ryan and his husband live in Portland, Oregon.

Mental Health Match is a therapist directory that knows the therapeutic relationship starts with your online presence - before a client even contacts you. Their smart matching technology makes sure you hear from only the clients who are a fit for your practice. And referrals come with insightful information about the client, their presenting issues, and what they seek in a therapist. With over 50,000 clients coming every month, Mental Health Match is a great way to find the therapists you want. That's why a recent survey by VeryWellMind found that 91% of therapists would recommend Mental Health Match to their colleagues. And now, you can try Mental Health Match for free for 90 days - just use referral code PPPro when you sign up.

https://mentalhealthmatch.com

[email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthmatch/

In this Episode:

• The truth about therapist directory ranking
• Creating a therapist directory profile that attracts new clients
• Considering the message your headshot sends
• Using your profile to communicate with potential clients effectively
• Crafting effective profile content
• The importance of finding your niche

Highlights:

(3:14) - Three tips for creating a therapist directory profile that converts viewers into clients

(10:42) - The key elements of effective headshots and profile videos

(18:32) - Tips for crafting compelling profile content

(22:02) - The importance of establishing your niche

(27:03) - Recap of the main components that make up an engaging therapist profile

(31:54) - Kelley answers a listener's question about AI's impact on the therapy field

References:

ChatGPT → https://chat.openai.com

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Calling all aspiring therapists and seasoned practitioners alike! Don't miss this inspiring episode where host Kelley Stevens uncovers the serendipitous private practice journey of Internal Family Systems therapist, Justin Martin. Justin hadn't always planned on becoming a therapist. In fact, he obtained his undergraduate degree in business. However, after a series of personal life events ignited a passion for mental health, he switched gears. Get the full scoop on his path to success, complete with candid accounts of his decisions and mindset along the way. Justin's story is a powerful reminder that there is no one "right" way to build a thriving career in private practice.

Guest Bio:

Justin Martin is a trauma therapist that works with couples and individuals using Internal Family Systems Therapy. He enjoys. writing poetry, playing sports, going to the gym and reading a good book. "I try not to take myself too seriously and love the playfulness life has to offer me."

IG: https://instagram.com/partsofmetherapy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Website: www.partsofmetherapy.com

Email: [email protected]

In this Episode:

• Leaning into challenges and risks to further your personal and professional growth
• Embracing unexpected opportunities on your road to success
• Using social media to market yourself
• Staying true to your values while growing a business
• Methods for organically growing your network

Highlights:

(0:31) - Justin's introduction

(2:24) - Justin's unexpected journey from business school to the therapy field

(13:55) - Justin's transition to going full time with his private practice

(22:16) - Marketing yourself and expanding your network

(33:25) - Justin's vision for the future of his private practice

(37:35) - A reminder not to lose sight of your values

(42:27) - Kelley answers a listener's question about keeping a session from going over the allotted time

References:

University of Central Florida → https://www.ucf.edu/

Internal Family Systems → https://ifs-institute.com/

The Power of Broke by Daymond John → https://daymondjohn.com/products/power-of-broke-amazon

Kristie Plantinga → https://kristieplantinga.podia.com/

Nicole McCance → https://mccancemethod.com/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and manged by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com

Prepare to be inspired as host Kelley Stevens takes you on a captivating journey into the dynamic world of modern mental health. In this week's episode, Kelley engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Mary Beth Somich, a licensed therapist and an expert in social media and marketing coaching for therapists. As an invaluable resource for mental health professionals seeking to expand their businesses, Mary Beth shares her insights on maintaining authenticity amidst a busy schedule, harnessing the power of Instagram for professional growth, and unlocking the secrets to thriving in both personal and professional spheres.

Guest Bio:

Mary Beth Somich is a licensed therapist with a group private practice located in North Carolina called Your Journey Through. She completed her graduate training at Columbia University and specializes in family dynamic work with teens and adults. Mary Beth is passionate about promoting modern mental health and making therapy accessible and relatable. She offers courses and business coaching to therapists to help them expand their reach on social media, build thriving private practices, and generate passive income streams. Check out her podcast, "My Therapist Thinks."

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @businessoftherapy

TIkTok: @yourjourneythrough

website: yourjourneythrough.com

In this Episode:

• Resources for landing paid collabs on social media
• Balancing your career and personal life with a busy schedule
• Things they didn't teach you in grad school
• Embracing your entrepreneurial spirit as a therapist
• Using social media to grow your business

Highlights:

(0:32) - Mary Beth's Introduction

(5:50) - Mary explains why and how she created her course to help therapists land paid collaborations on social media

(14:30) - Juggling work and personal life while wearing many hats

(22:02) - Staying true to your values while growing your career and managing a busy schedule

(27:46) - Mary Beth's aspirations for the future, including writing a book, expanding her group practice, and creating more courses

(38:45) - Mary Beth's advice for new therapists

(41:06) - Kelley answers a listener's question about managing the emotional highs and lows of being a therapist

References:

Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself By Nedra Tawwab → https://www.nedratawwab.com/set-boundaries-find-peace-1

Sit With Whit → @sitwithwhit → https://sitwithwhit.com/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → (805) 243-8241

This podcast is produced and manged by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com