Practice of the Practice: Grow a Group Practice Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Are you wanting to expand your solo private practice into a group practice? Or, perhaps you’re wanting to scale your group practice and have questions regarding the systems to scale? This podcast is all about how to start, grow, and scale a group private practice.
Once you decide to hire 1099 contractors or W2 employees, how do you go about finding them? Where is it better to recruit staff from: LinkedIn or Indeed? At what […]
The post Critical Questions: How to Hire The Best-fit Staff | GP 296 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What’s the key difference between hiring 1099 contractors and W-2 employees? How does your level of control over staff change with each model? Why is it important to align pay […]
The post Critical Questions: Will you hire W-2s or 1099s? | GP 295 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do you decide who to bring into your practice when you’re ready to expand? What are the pros and cons of working with provisionally licensed clinicians? Why is clarity […]
The post Critical Questions – Part 1 with Brandon Shurn | GP 293 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why is it important to look beyond symptoms with depth-oriented therapy? What qualities really matter when hiring the right staff for your practice? How does saying “yes” to the right […]
The post The Importance of Saying “Yes”to the Right People with Liz Frost | GP 292 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why is documenting your process the key to replicating yourself and growing your practice? How can strong systems help you scale a business in months rather than years? What does […]
The post How Great Systems Help You Scale with Tom Swales | GP 291 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What role does an interdisciplinary approach play in healing trauma and stress? How can medical systems unintentionally cause harm, and what can therapists do to help? Why do you become a better leader when you do your own work first?
In this podcast episode, Brandon Shurn speaks about treating medical trauma and stress with Dr. Christen Mullane.
The post Treating Medical Trauma and Stress with Dr. Christen Mullane | GP 290 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What does it mean to be fully intentional when building and expanding a private practice? How can growing into a group practice create opportunities not just for clients, but also […]
The post Scaling with Soul: Designing a Practice That Reflects Your Value with Roni White | GP 289 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can solo practitioners find the support and collaboration of a group without giving up their independence? What small, intentional steps can turn an idea into a thriving community? Why […]
The post The Shoreline Connection with Dr. Dorothy Skierkowski-Foster | GP 288 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the powerful connection between humility and growth? How do you view the quality of “humility”? Can you reframe the traditional definition of humility with something that empowers you […]
The post Embracing Humility to Fuel Your Practice Growth | GP 287 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you ever felt that you have been holding yourself back from achieving your goals? How strong is your discipline? What do you need to do to get out of […]
The post How to Stay Disciplined When Things Get Hard with Brandon Shurn | GP 286 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Is your practice at a point where it’s ready to be expanded? Have you got your foundation strong and ready to take on more clients and staff? What do you […]
The post 3 Components to Practice Growth – How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset | GP 285 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
When should you start considering the intentional growth or expansion of your practice? Do you have your sights set on running a group practice one day? What are the five […]
The post 5 Signs It’s Time to Grow from Solo to Group Practice with Brandon Shurn, PhD | GP 284 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the formula for transforming your practice into a collaborative network? Do you want to build a community in therapy? How can you embrace change and continue to adapt […]
The post Structuring a Collective Group Practice with Lisa Lovelace | GP 283 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you currently navigating the challenges of telehealth? What is a good guide and some advice for therapists embracing a nomadic working lifestyle? What are the best strategies for navigating […]
The post Creating the Lifestyle You Want with Kym Tolson | GP 282 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How does effective supervision transform new counselors into confident clinicians? What is the role of mentorship in group practice success? How can you juggle the emotional load of supervision and […]
The post Clinical Supervision and Mentorship with Candice Creasman Mowrey | GP 281 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Building Your Practice With Intention with Celia Zanayed | GP 279 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing […]
The post Building a Sustainable Clinical Training Program with Dr. Liara Montesano | GP 280 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Creating a Lifestyle Practice with Dr. Elizabeth Carr | GP 278 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing […]
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Check out these additional resources: Rethinking Marketing in Group Practice with Jaime Mills | GP 277 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing […]
The post Creating a Lifestyle Practice with Dr. Elizabeth Carr | GP 278 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can therapists market authentically, build real connections, and turn vulnerability into a marketing strength? Andrew Burdette talks with Jaime Mills about genuine networking, long-term referral strategies, and website essentials to grow your practice without losing authenticity.
The post Rethinking Marketing in Group Practice with Jaime Mills | GP 277 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Want to market your therapy practice without feeling salesy? Andrew Burdette talks with Stephanie Farmer about authentic branding, building strong referral networks, connecting with medical providers, and creating a digital presence that resonates with your ideal clients while staying true to your values.
The post How Authentic Branding and Networking can Transform Your Counseling Practice with Stephanie Farmer | GP 276 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you fully leveraging admin support in your practice? Can you grow without seeing clients? Which metrics matter most for success?
Andrew Burdette and Craig Alsup share how to scale efficiently, delegate tasks, adapt marketing, and track key numbers to build a thriving practice with less hands-on client work.
The post Growing a Successful Practice – Without seeing any Clients with Craig Alsup | GP 275 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Frustrated with losing clients? Wonder why every therapist needs a CRM? Discover how a CRM can help you capture more leads, automate follow-ups, and market smarter with less stress.
Andrew Burdette and Brent Stutzman share how systematizing sales and marketing can transform your private practice.
The post How a CRM Can Transform Your Practice with Brent Stutzman | GP 274 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Therapist burnout doesn’t have to be part of growing your practice. Andrew Burdette talks with Justin Johansen about balancing client care and personal health, setting hard stops, defining roles, and building a sustainable, profitable private practice without sacrificing well-being.
The post Balance and Scaling in Private Practice with Justin Johansen | GP 273 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can therapists run a thriving practice without burning out? Andrew Burdette and Elizabeth Burke discuss embracing your dual identity as both therapist and entrepreneur, why transparency is essential, and how to set boundaries while leading with integrity.
The post Navigating Different Identities in Private Practice with Elizabeth Burke | GP 272 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can we rethink mental health care beyond profit? What insights can help practice owners navigate both nonprofit and for-profit models? What does it truly mean to make healthcare accessible?
In this episode, Andrew Burdette and Dr. Louis Haynes discuss systemic bias in mental health, flaws in the diagnostic system, and how nonprofit structures can make care more inclusive and sustainable.
The post Exploring Bias in Mental Health with Dr. Louis Haynes | GP 271 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What’s a good guide for keeping your practice’s growth aligned with your values? How can practicing “active balance” help you stay centered and avoid burnout? Can you use your values as a magnet to attract your ideal clients and staff?
In this episode, Andrew Burdette talks with Christina Moynihan about defining and living out your core values, maintaining balance as your practice grows, and using alignment to create a sustainable and fulfilling group practice.
The post Staying Aligned with Core Values in Group Practice with Christina Moynihan | GP 270 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why is your daily bookkeeping essential for accurate year-end taxes? How can you shift your mindset to enjoy reviewing your numbers instead of avoiding them? What’s the best way to scale your office space for profit while keeping overhead costs in check?
In this episode, Andrew Burdette sits down with Carla Titus to discuss financial planning, smart bookkeeping habits, strategic office scaling, and how practice owners can confidently manage their numbers to grow sustainably.
The post Practice Finances and Planning with Carla Titus | GP 269 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Which of your values do you want to incorporate into your private practice? What is the best way to go about doing this? How can values help you guide your […]
The post Aligning Your Practice with Your Values with Olga Montgomery | GP 268 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can therapists navigate social justice and privilege safely and properly? What is the secret to embracing social justice in your private practice? What are the most important insights that […]
The post How to Incorporate Social Justice in Private Practice with Nathan Bitecofer | GP 267 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the role of mentorship and support in developing successful therapists? Which strategies can you use to scale your practice while avoiding burnout? How can you cultivate a culture […]
The post Clinical Direction and Supervision in Group Practice with Dr. Laura Gambrel | GP 266 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the formula for transforming your practice into a collaborative network? Do you want to build a community in therapy? How can you embrace change and continue to adapt […]
The post Structuring a Collective Group Practice with Lisa Lovelace | GP 265 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the tricks to mastering the art of insurance billing in group practices? Can you be your own biller? Which strategies are the best for you to use to […]
The post Be Your Own Biller with Danielle Kepler | GP 264 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How does effective supervision transform new counselors into confident clinicians? What is the role of mentorship in group practice success? How can you juggle the emotional load of supervision and […]
The post Clinical Supervision and Mentorship with Candice Creasman Mowrey | GP 263 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you looking to secure the perfect space for your mental health practice? What are the real estate insights that you need to know to avoid the common pitfalls? What […]
The post Navigating Real Estate with Jennifer Page | GP 262 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you currently navigating the challenges of telehealth? What is a good guide and some advice for therapists embracing a nomadic working lifestyle? What are the best strategies for navigating […]
The post Creating the Lifestyle You Want with Kym Tolson | GP 261 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you neurodivergent? Have you been considering opening a group private practice that is neuro-inclusive? What are the need-tos when it comes to working with neurodivergent staff and clients for […]
The post Creating a Neurodivergent Group Practice with Patrick Casale | GP 260 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What can you do before you bring on new interns so that they’re fully supported? What does a solo practitioner need to know or do before hiring an intern? Why […]
The post Incorporating Interns in Private Practice with Leah Riddell | GP 259 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How should you pace out your hiring to maintain your scaling progress? What is your role in establishing your practice’s identity? Are you willing to model the process that brought […]
The post Establishing your Private Practice Identity with Nicole Wallace | GP 258 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why should you consider learning more about AI in therapy? Are you concerned about whether you would find clinicians to work for you if you opened a group practice? How […]
The post Therapreneur Success with Amity Cooper | GP 257 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the logistics of building a group therapy program from scratch? Why should you prioritize doing personal intake sessions with each client before bringing them into the group? How do you encourage clients to participate? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating group therapy programs with Dr. Brittany Bate. Podcast Sponsor: Practice […]
The post Creating Group Therapy Programs with Dr. Brittany Bate | GP 256 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Growing a Successful Practice – Without seeing any Clients with Craig Alsup | GP 253 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, […]
The post How to Discuss Intimacy and Sexuality in Therapy with Gary Katz | GP 254 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: How Authentic Branding and Networking can Transform Your Counseling Practice with Stephanie Farmer | GP 252 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo […]
The post Growing a Successful Practice – Without seeing any Clients with Craig Alsup | GP 253 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Creating a Multidisciplinary Group Practice with Kelly Smedley | GP 251 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began […]
The post How Authentic Branding and Networking can Transform Your Counseling Practice with Stephanie Farmer | GP 252 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Practice Finances and Planning with Carla Titus | GP 250 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to […]
The post Creating a Multidisciplinary Group Practice with Kelly Smedley | GP 251 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […]
The post Practice Finances and Planning with Carla Titus | GP 250 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […]
The post Maximizing Your Office Space with Shannon Seeberan | GP 249 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Useful links mentioned in this episode: Books mentioned in this episode: Marc Lewis – The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease Check out these additional resources: Nonviolent Communication with Simon Wiskowski | GP 247 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in […]
The post Tailoring Your Treatment Model in Your Practice with Amber Tolbert | GP 248 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Useful links mentioned in this episode: Check out these additional resources: Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. […]
The post Nonviolent Communication with Simon Wiskowski | GP 247 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you work with kids in your private practice? How should you navigate informed consent if your clients are typically younger than 18? What are the best practices to keep in mind when you are working with kids and their family systems? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about kids and family considerations with […]
The post Kids and Family Considerations with Jill Williams | GP 246 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you been thinking about starting and offering intensives? How can you begin funneling in clients? Why should you always bring in your own enthusiasm? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about offering intensives with Stacey Curnow. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice You’re someone with a vision for your practice, for your side […]
The post Offering Intensives with Stacey Curnow | GP 245 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you have ADHD? Are there people in your workplace who you know have ADHD? How can these traits be given awareness, and what unique benefits can they bring when they are welcomed? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating a neurodivergent-friendly workplace with Dr. Liz Slonena. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice […]
The post Creating a Neurodivergent-Friendly Workplace with Dr. Liz Slonena | GP 243 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do you know if you should get an autism assessment? Why is working from home a great setup for folks who are living with an autism diagnosis? What is the most important thing that employers with autistic staff should know to be better bosses and managers? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about […]
The post Creating a Practice for Autistic Clinicians with Wendela Marsh | GP 242 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do you find and hire the best-fit people for your practice? What’s the secret to being magnetic in finding your professional community? Why do you need systems for offboarding clinicians? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about hiring, onboarding, and offboarding clinicians with Anna Saviano. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice You’re someone […]
The post Hiring, Onboarding, and Offboarding Clinicians with Anna Saviano | GP 241 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the logistics of building a group therapy program from scratch? Why should you prioritize doing personal intake sessions with each client before bringing them into the group? How do you encourage clients to participate? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating group therapy programs with Dr. Brittany Bate. Podcast Sponsor: Practice […]
The post Creating Group Therapy Programs with Dr. Brittany Bate | GP 240 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What’s the distinction between bookkeeping and accounting, and accountants and tax professionals? Why should you work with accounting software in your private practice? When should you hire a professional to guide you? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette discusses the financial basics for practice owners with Jennie Schottmiller, CPA, LMFT. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the […]
The post Financial Basics for Practice Owners with Jennie Schottmiller | GP 239 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How should you pace out your hiring to maintain your scaling progress? What is your role in establishing your practice’s identity? Are you willing to model the process that brought you to this niche for your clinicians? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about establishing your private practice identity with Nicole Wallace. Podcast Sponsor: […]
The post Establishing your Private Practice Identity with Nicole Wallace | GP 234 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What can you do before you bring on new interns so that they’re fully supported? What does a solo practitioner need to know or do before hiring an intern? Why should you speak to interns about the values and mission of your practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about incorporating interns in private […]
The post Incorporating Interns in Private Practice with Leah Riddell | GP 233 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Which marketing tips work really well for other private practice owners? How can you use your social media as a portfolio for yourself and your business? Why should you consider getting involved in your local markets? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith discusses current creative marketing tips with Nicole Osborne. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the […]
The post Creative Marketing Tips with Nicole Osborne | GP 232 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you fallen into money woes and quick fixes have been letting you down? What should you do to plug any financial leaks that could be draining you of your cash? How can you bring a turnaround in your finances? In this repurposed podcast episode, LaToya Smith helps you to work on your money skills […]
The post Work On Your Money Skills with Linzy Bonham | GP 231 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are the things you do in your practice what you should be doing as the owner? Why is hiring virtual help the key to breaking through the glass ceiling and keeping your business growth stuck? How can you distinguish a skill versus a will problem in a new hire? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette […]
The post The Value of Hiring Virtual Professionals with Beth Lachance | GP 230 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the common pitfalls that therapists fall into when it comes to legal documents and contracts? Did you know that the state won’t correct your incorrect paperwork? How can you protect your brand name and trademark your practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks with business lawyer Keren de Zwart about what small […]
The post Legal Need-to-Knows for Small Business Owners with Keren de Zwart | GP 229 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can you bring positive change to your community? What are some of the ways to bring awareness to mental health? Can you be a source of healing? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about community, healing, and mental health with Lachelle Goodrich, LPC. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice Are you ready to […]
The post Community, Healing and Mental Health with Lachelle Goodrich, LPC | GP 228 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you neurodivergent? Have you been considering opening a group private practice that is neuro-inclusive? What are the need-tos when it comes to working with neurodivergent staff and clients for a more comfortable and inclusive work environment? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating a neurodivergent group practice with Patrick Casale. Podcast Sponsor: […]
The post Creating a Neurodivergent Group Practice with Patrick Casale | GP 226 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you considered transitioning into a telehealth group practice? What can you do to scale your group practice? Where do you practice passions lie? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette interviews Hannah Rose about building a fully remote group practice. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having […]
The post Building a Fully Remote Group Practice with Hannah Rose | GP 225 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you have ADHD? Are there people in your workplace who you know have ADHD? How can these traits be given awareness, and what unique benefits can they bring when they are welcomed? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating a neurodivergent-friendly workplace with Dr. Liz Slonena. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a […]
The post Creating a Neurodivergent Friendly Workplace with Dr. Liz Slonena | GP 224 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you considered how you define your needs and what they uniquely look like for you to the people in your life? How can people feel much more comfortable, relaxed, loved, and seen by their partners? Why is nonviolent communication something that can change your life for the better? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette […]
The post Nonviolent Communication with Simon Wiskowski | GP 223 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you been considering the group dynamics of the staff in your private practice? How can the Enneagram be a helpful tool for understanding the motivation behind the actions of others? Are you interested in finding out more about some of your innermost workings? In this second podcast episode of a two part series, Andrew […]
The post Enneagram Types and Group Dynamics Part 2 with Hanna Woody | GP 222 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why is the enneagram a great tool for private practice owners and leaders? Have you wanted to track and change your behavior patterns? Do you sometimes feel like you are standing in your own way and you don’t know how to make a change? Andrew Burdette speaks about enneagram types and group dynamics with Hanna […]
The post Enneagram Types and Group Dynamics Part 1 with Hanna Woody | GP 221 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
As the CEO and practice owner, do you have help? Why is having help paramount to the sustainable success of your business? How can you notice burnout in your staff and help them to snuff it out quicker? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about preventing and managing burnout in a group practice with […]
The post Preventing and Managing Burnout in a Group Practice with Cait Donovan and Sarah Vosen | GP 220 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you see couples in your private practice? How should you bill couples counseling to insurance to get a higher rate? What should you document throughout your sessions? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about billing insurance and documentation for couples counseling with Barbara Griswold. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, I can […]
The post Billing and Documentation for Couples Counselling with Barbara Griswold | GP 218 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you been thinking about starting and offering intensives? How can you begin funnelling in clients? Why should you always bring in your own enthusiasm? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about offering intensives with Stacey Curnow. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right […]
The post Offering Intensives with Stacey Curnow | GP 217 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you work with kids in your private practice? How should you navigate informed consent if your clients are typically younger than 18? What are the best practices to keep in mind when you are working with kids and their family systems? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about kids and family considerations with […]
The post Kids and Family Considerations with Jill Williams | GP 216 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you feel pressured to start a group practice because everyone is telling you to? Instead of chasing shiny objects, have you stopped to consider what is best for you? How can you take the next right step based on where you are and where YOU want to go? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith […]
The post Should You Start A Group Practice? With Allison Puryear | GP 215 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can you create enough business to sustain two locations? Is it possible to continually max out the business for even one location? What does it take to maintain the focus and to drive the vision that you have for your practice? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about opening a second location with […]
The post Opening A Second Practice Location with Ashley Mielke | GP 214 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the next step from launch to growth? How can you reframe self-doubt on your private practice journey? How do you balance your personal and professional life? In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks about when to start a group practice with Emily Runyan. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, I can tell […]
The post Launch a Group Private Practice Month: When to Start a Group Practice with Emily Runyan | GP 213 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why should you bring celebration into business? What is a great bonus of hiring associates into your new group practice? How can you make your practice a better place for everyone involved? In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks about growing a group practice with Dr. Larry Beer. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, […]
The post Hiring Associates into Your New Group Practice with Dr. Larry Beer | GP 212 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you just on the cusp of switching from solo to a new group practice? What is important to make sure you have in place when you finally launch? What is the best tip for new group practice owners? In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks about going from solo to a small group practice […]
The post Going from solo to a small group practice with Matt Fowler | GP 211 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the current private practice trends? How are you managing your finances in 2023? What can you do to overcome the tough hiring environment at the moment? In this reverse podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about 5 private practice trends in 2023 with Joe Sanok. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, I can […]
The post Group Practice Trends with Joe Sanok and LaToya Smith | GP 210 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the common mistakes that folks make when hiring? Why should you be careful of only hiring for experience? How are you approaching finding the right people for your practice? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about the principles of great hiring with Dr Michael Neal. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy Notes As a therapist, […]
The post The Principles of Great Hiring with Dr Michael Neal | GP 208 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Is there a difference between cash-pay and out-of-network services? How can offering out-of-network payments help to pay your therapists more? Is this something that you would want to try in your business, and if so, how can you get started with what you already have? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about building an […]
The post Building an “Out-Of-Network” Practice with Melissa Schneider | GP 207 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you feeling inspired to develop your edge in therapy? Where did you uncover your niche? Has it changed from what it was when you started therapy? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about respecting your craft and owning your greatness with Audrey Augustave. Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of Practice Ready to take your practice […]
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How can a daily walk greatly improve someone’s mood, mindset, and mental well-being? Which mental techniques can you employ while on a stroll to connect with yourself? Can a daily habit of walking change your life? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about walking towards a better version of self with Iulia Alderman. Podcast […]
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Do you miss being in a community with therapists who are going through similar phases that you are? Have you been thinking about learning with people again like you used to? Can you see yourself starting or joining a mastermind group that’s tailored to your skills, goals, and future aspirations? In this podcast episode, LaToya […]
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How do you structure your benefits system for the therapists that work for you? Did you know that you could offer student loan repayments as a benefit that boosts therapist retention? How can you open a practice that offers benefits from the first month? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about offering your staff […]
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Can you build a successful mega-practice only by taking insurance? How can you maintain the retention of therapists? Why does offering in-house development boost the happiness and quality of your therapists and their services? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about the upside of building a high-volume insurance practice with Melissa Schneider. Podcast Sponsor: […]
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Are you trying to overcome any money fears? Do you get nervous about the numbers and looking at the finances within your business? What should you do to prepare financially for the new year? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith discusses the real end-of-year money talk with Diana Williams. Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of Practice Ready […]
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Why wait to start something that you are constantly thinking about trying? How can you go from imagination to implementation? What should you look for in a great, well-sit business partner? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about LPC associates building and starting a practice with Jamara Frazier and Tracey Johnson. Podcast Sponsor: Pillars […]
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How does your gut health impact your mental health? What can clients (and therapists) do to continue eating and living healthily despite food inflation? What is a brain issue versus a gut issue that leads to mental health issues? In this reverse podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how nutrition and gut health improve mental […]
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How can you use visualization to remove stuck or heavy energy from your body after a particularly emotional session with a client? Have you ever tried dancing to reset your mind and body? What small shifts with movement can you do to use it as a helpful tool in your daily life, both in and […]
The post Movement Tips For Therapists with Kandice Moss | GP 198 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the benefits to both counselors and pastors of being in partnership? Have you noticed that many of your clients are reporting similar struggles in your community? How can you reach out and connect with a local church to set up a mutually beneficial referral system? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith discusses a […]
The post A Pastor’s Perspective on Partnering with a Private Practice with Pastor Marty Collier | GP 197 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why does shame underlie imposter syndrome? What are the first steps to distancing yourself from fear-based behaviors? How can you build up your strength and courage to do something despite feeling afraid? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about doing it scared and how to confront imposter syndrome with Maggie Malone, LCSW. Podcast Sponsor: […]
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Why do therapists also need to experience what it feels like to sit in ‘the chair’? Do you have feelings of shame or fear that are holding you back from pursuing your ambitions? How can you practice stepping into your creativity and success so that the fear changes into excitement? In this podcast episode, LaToya […]
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Have you fallen into money woes and quick fixes have been letting you down? What should you do to plug any financial leaks that could be draining you of your cash? How can you bring a turnaround in your finances? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith helps you to work on your money skills with […]
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Where’s the next step for you to take to go with your vision for your future? Why should you prepare as if you were selling your practice even if you don’t want to? Which basics do you need to have in place? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to sell your practice […]
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Are you potentially heading into burnout? Why are values important for your practice, and just for marketing? How can you incorporate your nervous system into releasing stress and preventing burnout? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about preventing burnout with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani. Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of Practice Ready to take your practice to the […]
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Which marketing tips work really well for other private practice owners? How can you use your social media as a portfolio for yourself and your business? Why should you consider getting involved in your local markets? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith discusses current creative marketing tips with Nicole Osborne. Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of Practice […]
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Do you know exactly what would help your ideal client? Can you structure, package, and sell pieces of your wisdom and advice into a product that you know would help your clients outside of the therapy room? Do you want to create a streamlined course for your client? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks […]
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Are you struggling with adopting a CEO mindset? Would you still be a CEO even with only one hire? How can you fully step into your CEO status as a practice owner while being authentically you? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about the importance of having a CEO mindset with Brandy Mabra. Podcast […]
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Do you want to partner with your local church to boost and improve the mental health services in your community? Have you noticed a need in your neighborhood that can be served by working with the local church? What is the vision you have for the future of your community? In this podcast episode, LaToya […]
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How do you build a team to get better and not just bigger in your business? What can the owner do to instill a...
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Have you wanted to be a traveling therapist? How can you still see clients legally while traveling the world? What are the benefits that...
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Do you want to use ChatGPT for your business needs while avoiding plagiarism? How can you use AI to help you organize your systems...
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What are the dreams that you have for your business? Have you ever wanted to work internationally? What is holding you back, and how...
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How can you bring positive change to your community? What are some of the ways to bring awareness to mental health? Can you be...
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How connected are you to your peers? What are some of the benefits of being in a community and conversation with other practice owners?...
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Have you often wondered how to can create genuine empathy within your business? Do you want to learn how to meet people where they...
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Have you struggled with hiring after the pandemic? How should you manage your money to offer your employees benefits? What can you offer new...
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Do you get caught up in trying to decide what to do when it comes to managing your business? Do you feel pulled between...
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Why does your career need constant growth? Have you considered bringing supervisors into your private practice? What possibilities can offering supervision provide you? In...
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Are you a private practice owner? How can you build a practice that feels the best fit for you and your clinician base? What...
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Do you have a contingency plan for your practice? How far into the future have you prepared your private practice to function with you?...
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Do you need a quick branding recap on the essentials of building a strong brand? How is branding like your bucket of business answers?...
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How can representation in therapy be one of the vital keys to healing and recovery for a client? Do you speak the language of a client base in your area that is looking for counseling? Are there other counselors that you can connect with to serve a client niche that needs assistance?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about why representation matters in therapy with Dr. Claudia Gonzalez.
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Meet Dr. Claudia GonzalesClaudia Gonzalez, PsyD. is a bilingual clinical psychologist. She is the owner and founder of Goal Mentality Psychotherapy & Medication services, a group private practice where she helps professional women, other therapists, and healthcare providers who feel disconnected, isolated, and burnt-out, create a plan for success in relationships and work life. Dr. G (as most of her clients call her) completed her training at Harvard-affiliated teaching hospitals. She is passionate about helping her Latinx community and offering therapy in her native language Spanish.
Visit Goal Mentality and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* Representation in supervision * Why representation matters * Offering training
Representation in supervision
[There’s a] huge gap for [supervision] in bilingual services and bilingual therapists where we offer the services in Spanish but then all the supervision and training that we get is in English. Dr. Gonzalez
One of the key areas where representation is lacking and highly needed is supervision. In communities where most clients are bilingual or monolingual in languages apart from English, supervision can become difficult if they only speak English because:
- The therapist needs to translate everything back and forth between the client and the supervisor
- The paperwork and notes are doubled
- There is very little cultural connection
So it’s so important for us to actually get supervision from someone that understands all the cultural nuances and so you don’t have to translate and spend so much time [and] brain power just translating and being the cultural broker.
Dr. Gonzalez
Why representation mattersRepresentation matters in therapy not only to save time and efficiency, but because clients want to work with therapists that they feel they can relate to, and feel safe around.
Clients will come to those whom they feel they can best connect with … you want somebody who can hear you and listen to you.
LaToya Smith
Often, clients might choose their therapist based on how familiar they feel or whether or not they believe that the therapist will be able to empathize with them and truly understand where they are coming from.
Beyond that familiarity, representation in therapy can be key to offering progress in a client’s therapeutic journey.
Offering trainingIf you are a bilingual therapist, connect with other therapists! There is a huge need for therapy in languages besides English, and especially for Spanish in America.
My next step is hiring another therapist who’s also bilingual and I love teaching and supervising … and training other bilingual therapists is key, like training them in cultural responsive care.
Dr. Gonzalez
Connect with other private practice owners and solo practitioners to network together and set up a referral system for each other.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com * Visit Goal Mentality and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* How To Use Storytelling To Increase Your Brand with Anthony Butler | GP 172 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Have you been trying to create content to boost your marketing, but to no avail? Are you exasperated by the idea of marketing to Google’s algorithms rather than to your ideal clients? What stories can you share to connect with your audience?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to use storytelling to increase your brand with Anthony Butler.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
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Meet Anthony ButlerAnthony Butler is the founder of the digital marketing agency Can-Do Ideas and the creator of the Primal Storytelling content system. A highly regarded expert in brand storytelling and digital marketing, Anthony graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and the US Army Ranger School. He is a combat veteran and commanded an infantry company in Iraq during the invasion of Baghdad. He is also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blackbelt and currently resides in Montana with his wife and two sons.
Visit Primal Storytelling and connect on Instagram and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* How can you get the word out about your business? * How to tell your story * Remove the obstacles * The three core stories you should tell
How can you get the word out about your business?Of course, you need to market your private practice. Of course, you need to get people to know you and see your name and understand your services.
However, you need to get the word out to the right people about your business. So, rather than advertising anywhere for anyone, be specific, and work to truly connect with your ideal clients.
I think the big mistake that every business is making is that they create content because they want organic traffic, so they’re writing for Google, they’re writing for the bot that Google sends out to the website … they create content that they think is pithy and smart but they’re not thinking about who their actual audience is.
Anthony Butler
Due to the importance of SEO and keywords and backlinks, many companies have focused on writing for Google and the algorithm more so than they have for their clients, and that can backfire if you don’t find the balance.
Sure, write for the algorithm to market you, but also write for the person who is actually looking for your help.
How to tell your storyFocus on a group of people that you love working with and on the main problems that they face, and talk about them.
How can you help that person overcome, heal, or resolve that problem?
How do we impact someone’s life? I’m sure in a [private] practice, maybe you’re helping people overcome anxiety … if you have a specialty, focus on the audience and who you’re really wanting to work with, start with them. Talk to them, [and] create content for them.
Anthony Butler
You might feel like you don’t have a story but think deeper because you do.
- Start with your origin story: how did you get started?
Avoid:
- Putting yourself on a pedestal: people don’t connect with that.
People appreciate and are drawn to authenticity, and that means that a person is honest, upfront, and genuine about their successes and failures.
Remove the obstaclesThere is always hesitation in a person when they are about to start a new relationship, whether that relationship is with a therapist, the new neighbor in the building, or a potential friend.
So, make it easier for your ideal clients to talk with you. Remove any obstacles or things that could prevent them or dissuade them from trying to reach you.
How do I alleviate the fear ahead of time so that when someone wants to make the decision to work with you, you’ve already taken away all [of] those obstacles right up front … make it as easy as you possibly can.
Anthony Butler
Explain what you do, how you do it, and what you can do for them. Explain some of your background, your skills, and how they can benefit your clients. Finally, explain how they can get in touch with you through a simple and easy-to-follow process.
The three core stories you should tell1 – Your origin: how you got started and why you are going it.
2 – Vision story: what are you trying to accomplish? Who are you trying to help?
What are you trying to accomplish? In [this] vision story, you really want to talk about who you are trying to help because you want to connect with your best audience, and not everyone is going to be a good fit for exactly what you do and that’s okay.
Anthony Butler
3 – Value stories: a story with a takeaway that your audience will find either inspirational, aspirational, or educational.
Books mentioned in this episode:Anthony Butler – Primal Storytelling: Marketing for Humans
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Visit Primal Storytelling and connect on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* Should You Start A Group Practice? With Allison Puryear | GP 171 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Do you feel pressured to start a group practice because everyone is telling you to? Instead of chasing shiny objects, have you stopped to consider what is best for you? How can you take the next right step based on where you are and where YOU want to go?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about whether you should start a group practice with Allison Puryear.
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Meet Allison PuryearAllison Puryear (rhymes with “career”) is a therapist who burned out on agency work & then built successful private practices in 3 wildly different markets. After her caseloads grew faster in each “saturated” market, Allison realized that practice building is not rocket science when you have clarity, confidence, & a figured-out formula. So, Allison started Abundance Practice Building to help other therapists build their own full & happy private practices – because a happy therapist is a better therapist, y’all!
Visit Abundance Practice Building and connect on Facebook and Instagram.
In This Podcast* Is a group practice right for you? * Do you want more money for less work? * Contribute sustainably
Is a group practice right for you?Always be careful about following the crowd and don’t be fooled into doing something that doesn’t fully align with you just because everyone around you is doing it. This also includes how you run your business.
Group practice is great for some therapists, and can very well be the next logical step for them in their process, but it doesn’t mean that it’s the right choice for therapists across the board.
If you’re responsible for somebody’s livelihood, there are going to be certain expectations on you, and I don’t want any group practice owner – whether they’re there with a clear intention or whether they fell into it – to be contributing to this huge problem we have in the mental health field of toxic work environments.
Allison Puryear
Don’t contribute to an already potentially stressful environment just because people tell you to.
You need to sit down with your dreams, ambitions, and desires to figure out what it is that you actually want to do, and whether it would be beneficial for you, your clients, and your potential staff.
Do you want more money for less work?Many people step into private practice because they believe that they can make more money with less work.
You must realize that private practice is not “less work”, it’s actually a lot of work! Perhaps fewer hours directly in-session with clients, but not fewer hours working overall.
If you do want to earn more money for less work, there are other ways that you can do that without starting a private practice, such as:
- Consulting
- Selling products
- Working with groups
You don’t have to monetize [everything] … you can if you want, but I think therapists also need to learn how to chill out and do things for [themselves] that are fun.
Allison Puryear
Contribute sustainablyWe live in an age where there are so many options, so you can definitely decide where you want to go based on what you want to do.
Whatever it is that you decide to spend your time doing, it needs to be sustainable. Burning yourself out in the name of success is not a success, it’s a short-term win with long-term disadvantages.
You’re hungry to do more because you want to contribute in some way and how you contribute is really important. It’s not just that you contribute, it’s how, because it’s got to be sustainable or you’ll resent the whole thing you set up.
Allison Puryear
What is your “why”? Because if you are just chasing money, it’s a never-ending journey. Having a “why” helps you to set out achievable goals.
Whatever reason makes you stand out, blow that up … that’s you, and you can have an audience for what you do.
LaToya Smith
Let some numbers be part of the guidelines, but add a structure that’s different from just money so that you don’t work without an end in sight.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free! * Visit Abundance Practice Building and connect on Facebook and Instagram.
Check out these additional resources:* High Achieving Black Women in Practice with Dr. Mēgan Pickens | GP 170 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Are you a high-achieving person? Do you often chase your ambitions with all that you’ve got? How can you keep your achiever mentality under control and not lose sight of what’s important to you in life?
In the second part of this two-episode series, LaToya Smith speaks about how to start a membership community with Dr. Megan Pickens.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Dr. Mēgan PickensDr. Mēgan Pickens is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with nearly 20 years of clinical experience. She provides supervision and training for counseling students and associates new to the field (about LPC Supervision).
Dr. Mēgan was once a High Achieving Black Woman (HABW) who struggled with setting boundaries in all of her relationships. During a ten-year troubled relationship, she learned that the more you accept and allow people to take what they want, the more they will continue to take. She worked in the counseling field for several years before realizing that she had a calling to help other HABW, specifically black women who have been socialized to believe that the only normalcy is not having healthy boundaries.
Visit The Volition Collective and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
In This Podcast* Are you a high achiever? * Slow down and appreciate it! * Keep your achiever mentality in check with your values
Are you a high achiever?A simple yet profound way to assess whether or not someone is a high achiever is to look at what they choose to do.
Do they choose to do the difficult tasks? Do they choose the high road, or the long road when it comes to achieving their goals?
Dr. Pickens works with high-achieving black women and helps them to navigate, overcome, and dismantle unique challenges and obstacles. Some of these include:
- Creating and maintaining strong relationships
Love relationships, family relationships, and relationships with God and spiritual aspects I think are a lot of the things that they’re dealing with.
Dr. Megan Pickens
- Boundary setting and upholding those boundaries with themselves and other people
- Being vulnerable about struggles without feeling shame
Do you know how great you are? Do you take time to enjoy all the things you’ve built or are you always looking for the next thing?
Dr. Megan Pickens
Slow down and appreciate it!If a person is a high achiever, they will often have their sights set on a distant goal and do everything that they can to reach it, even if it impacts their physical or mental health.
Even though this dedication is admirable, it is not sustainable.
[Stop] to smell the flowers because you lose sight … you miss out on the joy and the beauty of the little things if you’re constantly chasing [goals]. LaToya Smith
If you are a high achiever yourself, practice taking a step back and enjoying what you have accomplished. Appreciate your hard work, have a short rest, and make sure that you are taking care of yourself when you next continue to work on your goals.
Keep your achiever mentality in check with your valuesWhen you are chasing a goal and focusing all your energy on it, you may not only let your health or relationships fall to the wayside, but your values perhaps too.
If you are chasing a certain number as a goal for your income, you may let other things that are also important to you go in the pursuit of that number. Is that true success?
Do I know how to love myself enough to pause … to find the relationships that best fit me? … like, “Yeah, I made $350k but what’s my value to really to those around me?” Do I [see] worth in myself outside of this salary?
LaToya Smith
You have to find yourself in between your goals and dreams. Your aspirations are important to you and a part of them does define a part of who you are, but not all of who you are.
You also have an intentional choice in who and what you become, and a part of doing that is to see whether or not you are living out your values.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Visit The Volition Collective and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Check out these additional resources:* How to Start a Membership Community with Dr. Mēgan Pickens | GP 169 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Do you and some of your colleagues interested in creating a group that’s beneficial to your practices as well as your skillsets as therapists? Would you create a membership community? How can you take what you already have and build from it?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about membership communities with Dr. Mēgan Pickens.
Podcast Sponsor: BlueprintProviding great therapy day after day can be challenging – even for the best of us!
At Blueprint, they believe that nothing should get in the way of you doing your best work, which is why they created a platform that provides therapists with an array of clinical tools – things like therapy worksheets, intervention ideas, and digital assessments – that are designed to help you and your clients can stay connected and confident throughout the care journey. Even better, Blueprint helps streamline your documentation so that you can spend less time on your notes and more time on the things that matter.
To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com
Meet Dr. Mēgan PickensDr. Mēgan Pickens is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with nearly 20 years of clinical experience. She provides supervision and training for counseling students and associates new to the field (about LPC Supervision).
Dr. Mēgan was once a High Achieving Black Woman (HABW) who struggled with setting boundaries in all of her relationships. During a ten-year troubled relationship, she learned that the more you accept and allow people to take what they want, the more they will continue to take. She worked in the counseling field for several years before realizing that she had a calling to help other HABW, specifically black women who have been socialized to believe that the only normalcy is not having healthy boundaries.
Visit The Volition Collective and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
In This Podcast* The MBHPN * How to start a membership community * Create a variety of offerings
The MBHPNThe Multicultural Behavioral Health Provider Network is an organization made up of therapists.
Dr. Pickens created a group of therapists with her supervisor – and later mentor – to facilitate and create a space where black mental health providers could connect.
As the organization began to evolve, they could start providing CEUs.
MBHPN right now is a membership group. We have a private network, [and] I still answer questions [personally].
Dr. Pickens
MBHPN hosts talks, continuing education, supervision, peer revision, and much more. It’s a community of black mental health providers where people can learn from and support one another in their private practice journeys.
How to start a membership communityAt a foundational level, you can just start it! Meet with people and start collaborating. Dig into your existing network, see where you can create a network, plan a day and a time, and invite them to join with any questions or ideas to dive into.
Therapy can be very isolating, especially if you’re an individual practice, and I think even more so for group practice owners because you’re the boss, so there’s a layer between you and the employees in a sense … so, I would say, just start it!
Dr. Pickens
If you don’t yet have a following, think twice about charging a joining fee. Build up a base and a name first before charging people to join, otherwise, it might be difficult to get people in the door.
Create a variety of offeringsOnce your community starts building a following and your attendees are committed enough to invest in it, consider offering a variety of different choices that they can choose from.
Have free events or meetings available, and then events or speakers too.
We have the regular monthly events and then … bonus events … so if you’re a member of MBHPN you can get that for free as part of your membership.
Dr. Pickens
If your membership is well-structured and well-resourced, it could be cheaper than other CEU programs that your attendees might be considering.
A membership community of therapists is not only then a place for networking and support, but also more affordable continual education and skill development.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com * Visit The Volition Collective and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Check out these additional resources:* Scale Your Practice with Speaking Engagements with Dr. Laura Louis | GP 168 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Do you want to become a speaker and be well-compensated to speak about your passions? How can you connect with great media and companies to get speaking gigs? Can you deliver on your niche?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to scale your practice with speaking engagements with Dr. Laura Louis.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Dr. Laura Louis Dr. Laura Louis, Licensed Psychologist – graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling. Her Ph.D. was earned from Howard University’s APA-accredited Counseling Psychology Program.
Laura has worked in the field of psychology for over 10 years. She has expertise in multicultural counseling and couples counseling. Laura has specialized training in assisting couples with increasing intimacy and rebuilding trust after infidelity.
As a therapist, her role has been to provide a supportive safe environment to empower my clients. This allows them to make decisions, break past patterns and move closer to their goals.
Visit Atlanta Couple Therapy and connect on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* Hone in on your niche * What’s your topic? * Consider the solution that you provide * “Spell out the benefit” * Level up your speaking
Hone in on your nicheThe very first step of becoming a speaker and landing speaking gigs in the business world is to be completely clear on who your niche is: who the people are that you serve, what the need is that you fulfill, and why your work is necessary for the community.
Some therapists are nervous to niche down because they think that it will cost them money and clients, but it’s the opposite! When you can clearly and loudly broadcast exactly who you can help, those people will flock to you.
We start [by] getting super clear about who [you] want to speak to. Who’s that ideal audience that, if you could work with them every single day, you would never get tired of them?
Dr. Louis
Niching down and establishing yourself as an expert within that field or with that group of people signifies that you are an expert, and people want to work with experts.
What’s your topic?What do you want to speak about?
What excites you to discuss with people, whether your clients or other fellow colleagues?
This topic lies in the overlap between your skills and your passions, so sit with yourself and dig down into your passion. What excites you?
It’s already a confidence boost because you know who you want to talk to, [and] you know what you want to talk about … I can talk about this for hours, so I’m not even nervous about going in front of somebody and saying, “Hey, how about we set this up?”
LaToya Smith
Consider the solution that you provideWhen you want to know how you can help your ideal clients, you need to think about their pain points, because then you can consider the solution. Think about:
- The people that you are talking to, the audience themselves, and what their direct pain points are. Get very clear on this!
- The needs, desires, and pain points of the organization that is writing the cheque for you to speak, how can you help them too?
Make sure those two parts are in the conversation; the audience’s pain points and the person who’s writing the cheque, their pain points.
Dr. Louis
Simply put, let the organization that you are working with know how you can help them too.
“Spell out the benefit”
One of the mistakes that I see a lot of people make when they are pitching [to] media is [to say], “Well, I have this book! I have this thing!” rather start with, “How can I serve the audience?” What are some things that you do that can fill a gap in their audience?
Dr. Louis
When you are pitching and working with new media, you have to show them the benefit that you can provide, and you do this by explaining that you know what their audience needs and how you can fulfil those needs.
Pro tip: spend some time familiarizing yourself with the current content of that media group and present some connections between their work and yours in your pitch so that they can see how well-aligned you are with their audience and their niche.
Remember with media:
- Make sure your social media is easy to find
- Ensure that your handles and names are appropriate
- That you have great, professional, and recent headshots available
Level up your speakingLike with anything, if you want to get better, you have to practice.
Give your talks to family members and friends, in front of the mirror, while you’re going about the house cleaning, or even record yourself and listen.
The more familiar you are with your content, the easier it will flow.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Visit Atlanta Couple Therapy and connect on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* The Power of A Counseling Collective with Avery Rosser and Nafis Ricks | GP 166 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Can you get grant funding for your private practice? What is the problem that your private practice solves or tends to in your community? How can you find the best organizations to connect with in your wider community to reach more of your ideal clients?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to get grant funding for your practice with Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo is a healthcare founder, social entrepreneurship coach, healthcare practice funding consultant and growth strategist for women of color in healthcare. She is also the host of the podcast, Funding Your Healthcare Vision.
Her career as a pediatrician spans almost 2 decades and includes her work as a public health researcher & professor for over a decade. Her work has been defined by a passion for social justice, serving as an advocate and working as a global physician across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean.
Visit Strong Children Wellness and Melanin & Medicine. Connect on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
FREEBIE: Sign up for Dr. Omolara’s Workshop!
In This Podcast* Vet your practice * Identify your pipeline * Packaging * Pitching * Partnership agreement * Promotion!
Vet your practice
We have to see whether your practice can be positioned as what we call a “social enterprise” … is your practice in any way taking care of a population that might be disadvantaged, neglected, [or] underserved? It doesn’t have to be that they’re low income, it could just be that … there’s a healthcare inequality.
Dr. Uwemedimo
Does your practice solve a solution problem? Does your practice offer a group of people in your community a direct service or solution to a need of theirs that either hasn’t been met before or is not met by the services already provided?
We need to stop explaining your practice as what you do and [rather] explain it as what’s the problem you solve.
Dr. Uwemedimo
Your chances are a lot higher for receiving grant funding for your private practice if you can prove that the work that you do directly serves a need that’s been either unaddressed or underrepresented in the past.
However, since there is a huge need for mental health services in general at the moment, most private practices might qualify, so give it a go either way.
Identify your pipeline
That pipeline is referring to [looking at] potential partner organizations, potential foundations who might fund [you] … and if any, grant opportunities.
Dr. Uwemedimo
Some of the research that you do is to identify your pipeline.
It’s a great process for you to assemble so that you know which of the already-existing organizations around you would be beneficial to partner with throughout the journey.
PackagingThe nice thing about a partnership with a non-profit is that you can usually choose and partner up with a non-profit that already has a development officer or a grant writer.
You want to build out an executive summary which is your one or two-pager that you can give to different organizations to explain what you do, how you solve it, what the partnership would look like, and how much it is going to cost.
The grant writer is very pleased and happy to have that because now there’s no more back and forth. They can literally do their job and go to the funder with that in tow.
Dr. Uwemedimo
This is called packaging, how you wrap up your private practice and present it to the grant writer, which takes you into the next step, which is pitching.
PitchingThis is your short and sweet attempt at connecting with your preferred organizations. It is something that you say to someone to explain:
- What you do
- Why it’s important
- What’s the impact it will have
During that time, if they’re interested, there will be a discussion [around], “Okay, this is what we can provide. This is what I can provide” … and you start to build out what the partnership terms look like.
Dr. Uwemedimo
Partnership agreementYou can find contract templates to make sure that you can share information with your new partnership, ensuring that the terms of how you’re going to work together and give services are clear.
Remember that this is something for your lawyer to do, and you can sit in on the discussion, but at the end of the day, your lawyer is the one who’s meant to sign off on the fine print.
Promotion!You don’t have to always do this alone! You can create a workforce of interns or new employees to help you set out the plan.
These interns can help collect paperwork, reply to emails, and schedule calls, and so forth, helping to increase your reach and your growing network of connections.
That promotion part also includes [those interns] starting to get information from what’s happening through your partnership and getting that on LinkedIn so that you can attract more funders.
Dr. Uwemedimo
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Visit Strong Children Wellness and Melanin & Medicine. Connect on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* The Power of A Counseling Collective with Avery Rosser and Nafis Ricks | GP 166 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Have you heard of counseling collectives? How do they offer profound benefits for both the clinicians that work through them and the clients that they serve? Which doors of success can you unlock when you work alongside like-minded and loving, motivated clinicians?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about the power of a counseling collective with Avery Rosser and Nafis Ricks.
Podcast Sponsor: BlueprintProviding great therapy day after day can be challenging – even for the best of us!
At Blueprint, they believe that nothing should get in the way of you doing your best work, which is why they created a platform that provides therapists with an array of clinical tools – things like therapy worksheets, intervention ideas, and digital assessments – that are designed to help you and your clients can stay connected and confident throughout the care journey. Even better, Blueprint helps streamline your documentation so that you can spend less time on your notes and more time on the things that matter.
To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com
Meet Avery RosserAvery Rosser is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with a wealth of experience in counseling. He holds a Master’s degree in Community Counseling from Columbus State University and is currently enrolled in a Ph.D. Counseling Education and Supervision program at the University of Georgia. His status evidences Avery’s commitment to professional development as a National Board for Certified Counselor Minority Doctoral Fellow, a recognition of his dedication to advancing his education, skills, and community advocacy efforts.
Visit We Climb and see also The Counselling Brothers
Meet Nafis RicksNafis Ricks is a clinical mental health counseling M.S. student. His research interest centers on the effect of how trauma plays a role in black men participating in sports and what is the psychological impact that may occur. His career goals include providing counseling and therapy services that combat stigma in the black community and providing a platform to increase the number of diverse clinicians in the psychology space.
Connect with Nafis on LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* The Counseling Brothers of Atlanta * How to truly connect with your ideal audience * A teamwork-based connective collective
The Counseling Brothers of AtlantaThe Counseling Brothers of Atlanta is a collective of different black male therapists that focus specifically on serving and working with the black community.
It’s a collective of black males that own their own private practice[s]. We’re a nonprofit organization where we’ve come together … men of like mind … to put our resources together, to put our practices together to provide resources … specifically for the black community.
Avery Rosser
Some of the resources that they provide include:
- Counseling services
- Educational resources
- Training
We own and operate our own practice[s] but we’ve come together under the umbrella of the Counseling Brothers of Atlanta to ensure that we can fill that gap within our community.
Avery Rosser
How to truly connect with your ideal audienceWhen you have a cause that you’re passionate about and you know that it revolves around a pain point of many people within your community, it becomes imperative that you learn how to get in front of those ideal clients and connect with them.
You need to meet them where they are at, both emotionally and physically.
It’s the idea of, “Hey, when we show up, we show up in numbers and we show up vulnerable, we show up available, and ready to have a conversation.
LaToya Smith
The Counseling Brothers of Atlanta are great at connecting with their ideal clients because they have an experience that mirrors their personal lives.
They go to barbershops, gyms, and places where their ideal clients will be and where they know that they can meet them with honesty and vulnerability.
A teamwork-based connective collectiveIn the Counseling Brothers of Atlanta, all the present members that run their own private practices share the work and the responsibility.
The collective has Avery as the CEO, but the collective is based on input from the members who are all passionate about the cause and excited to be part of it.
[We create that teamwork] by always stressing what our mission is … that’s one thing that I always do as the president [which] is to emphasize our mission and to understand that we can’t do [fulfill this goal] alone and it’s going to require all of us to come into this process with humility, grace, and with the idea [that] we are better together. Avery Rosser
Keep any egos in check by respecting your team members. That is what Avery and his team do, and it helps them to remain humble while ambitious and focused on the goal and on one another.
Figuratively and literally … we hug over here a lot, and we embrace each other when we see each other! There’s always love … and just genuine connection and admiration for each other.
Nafis Ricks
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Visit The Counselling Brothers * Visit We Climb and connect with Nafis on LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* Building a Big Practice with Dr. Larry Beer | GP 165 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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How can you successfully maintain a culture of teamwork and cohesion in a large group practice? What does it take to set your practice up for success in the long run? What are the foundations of successful marketing strategies for big group practices?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about building a big practice with Dr. Larry Beer.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Dr. Larry BeerDr. Larry Beer is the founder and president of Child and Family Psychological Services. He is a licensed psychologist and licensed professional counselor who sees approximately 25 clients a week.
Dr. Larry is also an adjunct assistant professor in the CECP program at WMU and a fellow of 2 divisions of APA and a former president of Division 51 (Men and masculinities)
Visit the Child and Family Psychological Services and find out more about Dr. Larry on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
In This Podcast* Set up your practice for success * Lay the foundation * How to maintain teamwork and culture * Dr. Beer’s advice to new group practice owners
Set up your practice for success
One of the things that really helped me get going in practice was [that] I found a niche … it helped me get my foot in the door, and then, you know, once I had that niche I started getting involved in other areas [and] doing other types of therapy.
Dr. Beer
One of the key aspects that you need to figure out to set up your group practice for success is to find your niche and dig down into it.
You need to know who you serve, what it is that you do, why it is important for you to do it, and what your vision is. Your mission, vision, and values will connect you to your niche, and vice versa.
Your niche is the starting point as well as the focal point of your success in group practice.
Lay the foundationOnce you have identified your position, you need to take action. If your budget allows it – or perhaps if it doesn’t, even more reason to do it! – get out into the community and spread your name.
- Take speaking gigs that are unpaid so that people learn who you are, especially if you are new to the community and the world of private practice.
- Network and set up meetings with people both within and around your niche to build referral systems.
- Hire clinicians that you connect with authentically and vet them accordingly because when you hire a therapist, you’re also hiring their network, and that can be a great thing!
I focused more on the person than I did on a particular niche at first … I would [ask] myself, “How would it feel to me to go to therapy with this person?”
Dr. Beer
How to maintain teamwork and cultureDepending on the culture that you are building in your group practice, focus on looking for community-oriented people.
You can find loads of great therapists but if they prefer to work solo or to have their privacy, then they may not be the best-fit candidates for a group practice work setting, especially if you are striving to build a community-centered practice.
I wanted people who were collaborative in nature because that really helped me a lot … brainstorming with some of the associates who joined me. They brought up things that I might not have thought about and I really tried to use their ideas whenever I happened to agree with them.
Dr. Beer
Dr. Beer’s advice to new group practice ownersAlways keep in mind that things need to be fair to all parties.
Sometimes, you will have to let clinicians go when they move on and let them. Don’t hold anyone back and encourage them on their journeys.
Personally, I’m not a big believer in non-compete clauses … you don’t want people there who don’t want to be there [because] it’s just not good for the practice.
Dr. Beer
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Visit the Child and Family Psychological Services and find out more about Dr. Larry on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
Check out these additional resources:* Creating Systems for Your Practice with Brandy Mabra | GP 164 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post Building a Big Practice with Dr. Larry Beer | GP 165 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can you create systems with a CEO mindset? Are your systems streamlined within your private practice? What can you do to smooth out and transform chaos into cohesion for your team?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to create systems for your practice with Brandy Mabra.
Podcast Sponsor: BlueprintProviding great therapy day after day can be challenging – even for the best of us!
At Blueprint, they believe that nothing should get in the way of you doing your best work, which is why they created a platform that provides therapists with an array of clinical tools – things like therapy worksheets, intervention ideas, and digital assessments – that are designed to help you and your clients can stay connected and confident throughout the care journey. Even better, Blueprint helps streamline your documentation so that you can spend less time on your notes and more time on the things that matter.
To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com
Meet Brandy MabraBrandy Mabra is a CEO coach for private practice business owners and CEO of Savvy Clover Coaching & Consulting, with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry helping to build, manage and lead multi-million dollar group practices from the C-Suite. She helps her clients increase their profitability and time by teaching them to look at their businesses holistically using the 6 Pillars of Business Excellence and her 9-step signature method.
She is a 2021 & 2022 Forbes Coach Council and has been featured online in Forbes, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, Create & Cultivate and on select podcasts.
Visit Savvy Clover and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
FREEBIE: Download Brandy’s Free Business Health Checklist to elevate yourself to CEO status.
In This Podcast* Create systems with a CEO mindset * Use structure in your systems * How to start setting your systems * Look at root causes * Face any chaos
Create systems with a CEO mindsetLook at your systems from a team perspective.
When you start your practice, you are the central focal point. All the systems are set up to accommodate you because you are the only one who is using them.
However, once you start thinking about expanding, hiring, and growing your practice, you need to level up your systems so that they can be easily understood and used by other people in your business.
Coincidentally, as more people can run the systems in your practice as a team, the easier it is for you to become the CEO.
As your practice gets bigger and you start to hire and your practice grows, you now have to take on that CEO mindset because [it’s] not just you anymore in the practice.
Brandy Mabra
Use structure in your systemsWhat is the ultimate point of this system?
What is this process designed to do, help, improve, streamline, or simplify? Is it part of marketing, admin, client conversion, or hiring?
If there’s anything that is lacking when it comes to structural [aspects] or any kind of chaos, or if there’s no clarity, then that’s where a lot of frustrations can definitely come into play, and that’s where chaos can happen, and that’s where overwhelm can happen, and that’s where folks [will] definitely lose money because the systems aren’t on point.
Brandy Mabra
How to start setting your systems* Find a document: whether it’s a sheet of paper or a Google Doc, start with anything to begin the process of documentation. However, if you do start with paper, make sure to digitize it to share it with your team! * Note your steps: take note of your process when you do things, from the smallest details to the bigger pieces. They are all important! * Identify and categorize: allocate different digital documents to each system and refine those steps in their processes. * The purpose: be sure to explain the purpose of this system. Why do you do it? Why have you done it this way? * Give access: make sure that these digital documents are in a place where they are accessible to your team.
In this way, members of your team can easily consult the document to answer their questions before they come to you, saving you the time and effort of having to answer the same question numerous times.
When you start to document, it needs to be in some type of electronic format … and then to add to that, you need to think about … creating some type of hub for where you can put these documents [and share them] so that you can make sure that your team has access.
Brandy Mabra
Look at root causesIf you ever notice that something is not working well in your business, from a system to a lightbulb that is out, check the deeper system network.
What needs to happen for this problem to not happen again? How can the system be refined, reworked, or redone in a way that things do not fall through the cracks, or if there could be a backup plan in case something does?
When you’re thinking about your operations [and] when you’re thinking about your team … about your clients and patients, you want to know what the root cause [is] of what’s happening operationally and [if] things are efficient, [if] they are connected, are they talking to each other?
Brandy Mabra
Face any chaosIf you are experiencing overwhelm, confusion, or chaos in your business, you need to address it, both as the CEO alone, and together with the team.
Be open and honest with your team and create a space of honesty as well as one that rewards proactivity when it comes to putting up a hand and asking for help, pointing out an issue, or asking for clarification.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com * Visit Savvy Clover and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* Stabilize and Scale Your Practice with Shaelene Kite – Part 2 | GP 163 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Why does having a vision for your business help you to stabilize your growing group practice? How can you develop a mature business mindset? Why should you make sure to invest in and stick with your plans to keep moving forward?
In the second episode of this two podcast series, LaToya Smith speaks about how to stabilize and scale your practice with Shaelene Kite.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Shaelene KiteShaelene Kite is a DBT-LBC Certified Clinician, Registered Yoga Teacher, Approved Clinical Supervisor and the owner of DBT of South Jersey. She leads a group practice of 20 that has continued to grow rapidly since its opening in 2018. DBT of South Jersey hit its first $1 million plus in revenue just two short years after opening its doors and continues to grow and thrive.
Shaelene is also the owner of Rebelmente, her impact brand where she trains others in the areas of DBT, mindfulness, yoga and trauma. She also hosts T-Talk Podcast, where she shares the therapy tea related to all things healing.
Visit Rebelmente and listen to the T-Talk Podcast.
FREEBIE: Check out Shaelene’s free Organizational Checkup List
In This Podcast* What does a stable practice look like? * Your vision helps you to stabilize * Stick with your plans
What does a stable practice look like?Of course, a stable practice will look different depending on the values, vision, and mission that it was built around.
However, some commonalities help to stabilize any practice:
- Do you have a clear vision?
- Is it in writing?
- Is it followed by everyone in the company?
- Is everyone in the company adhering to the core values?
There are all of these different things that are a part of what it means to have your company or group practice be one that’s stabilized.
Shaelene Kite
Additionally, how do you as the practice owner feel? Are you feeling stressed out and anxious about your practice, or relatively calm, even excited and motivated? How do your clinicians and staff feel?
That also plays a part in whether or not your practice is running at a good pace for everyone involved.
Your vision helps you to stabilize
The stabilization of your business or company … part of that comes from having a clear vision.
Shaelene Kite
Your vision is the destination to which you are guiding your group practice, like a port on the other side of an ocean, and you need to guide the ship of your practice toward that port.
If you do not know to which port you are sailing, then no wind is favorable, and you will end up going in circles because you do not know where to go or how to measure how far you’ve come.
[Ask yourself] Are the things that I’m working on today relevant to that [destination]?Shaelene Kite
Stick with your plansStay committed to the tasks that you set up for yourself and for your practice.
If you get distracted by each new exciting thing, you will end up sabotaging your progress by putting your attention elsewhere instead of where it needs to be to get you moving forward.
So, be careful about blindly following trends or doing the things that someone else is doing just because it looks cool doing it.
Be able to stay relevant and … attached to the vision and the values that you have [because] that’s a great space to be in, and there’s more peace there than [feeling] scatter-brained.
LaToya Smith
Check in with yourself first, check in with your vision, and then make the intentional and conscious choice.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Rebelmente and listen to the T-Talk Podcast. * Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Check out All Things Practice and Jennifer Agee * See practiceofthepractice.com/levelup to sign up for Level Up Week’s 20+ amazing webinars!
Check out these additional resources:* Stabilize and Scale Your Practice with Shaelene Kite – Part 1 | GP 162 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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How can you proactively stress-test and stabilize your practice? Are you working with a process or often winging it as change occurs? Do you have a vision that’s guiding your decisions?
In the first podcast of this two episode series, LaToya Smith speaks about how to stabilize and scale your practice with Shaelene Kite.
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Meet Shaelene KiteShaelene Kite is a DBT-LBC Certified Clinician, Registered Yoga Teacher, Approved Clinical Supervisor and the owner of DBT of South Jersey. She leads a group practice of 20 that has continued to grow rapidly since its opening in 2018. DBT of South Jersey hit its first $1 million plus in revenue just two short years after opening its doors and continues to grow and thrive.
Shaelene is also the owner of Rebelmente, her impact brand where she trains others in the areas of DBT, mindfulness, yoga and trauma. She also hosts T-Talk Podcast, where she shares the therapy tea related to all things healing.
Visit Rebelmente and listen to the T-Talk Podcast.
FREEBIE: Check out Shaelene’s free Organizational Checkup List
In This Podcast* Work out a process * What’s your vision? * Track your progress
Work out a processBeing busy and getting the work done is great, you need to do it to get everything completed and moving.
However, just working on whatever lands in front of you can only get you so far. When you want to reach your goals, you need to be reminded of them and be intentional with working toward them instead of simply just working on whatever is around you.
While trying to scale [the practice] you can’t wing it in that way for so long, you need a process, so I started feeling the growing pains of that last year when I was trying to grow.
Shaelene Kite
What’s your vision?Winging it when you’re starting out is a process that many entrepreneurs are familiar with. After a while, there comes a point where you need to sit down, take a pause, and figure out your direction.
What is your vision? What is your mission? Where do you want to take your practice and what do you want to achieve with it?
I gotta think about what my long-term vision is [because] if I’m going to get there, it’s not going to be by accident, you know, [because] people who do really well in business don’t get there because they’re likable… you need to back that vision up with work and with people who are going to follow that, and for that to happen you have to be clear and you have to have a plan.
Shaelene Kite
Track your progressCheck in regularly with your practice, your team, and also yourself. Get into the habit of assessing and keeping an eye on things, and consider:
- What is working?
- What can be improved?
- Are the numbers averaging, getting higher, or lower?
If you think about [what] it means to stabilize, it’s like, “Can we get this strong? Can we get this structure and foundation to be solid? Because we’re about to put more pressure on top of it … [because] if there’s a weak link or there’s moving pieces then everything’s going to fall down”.
Shaelene Kite
Stress-test your business. Does everyone who works in your practice know what their role is in the business? Are they accountable for that?
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Rebelmente and listen to the T-Talk Podcast. * To learn more and request a free 30-day trial, visit blueprint-health.com
Check out these additional resources:* Is It Time For You To Start A Group Practice? | GP 161 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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When is the right time to start a group practice? Have you been struggling with a full schedule and too much to do? Would you like to work in a community of like-minded therapists?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about whether it is time for you to start a group practice!
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
In This Podcast* Are you feeling overwhelmed? * Do you have loads of intake calls? * Have you been yearning for a community? * Is your vision getting bigger? * Do you want to create multiple streams of income?
Are you feeling overwhelmed?
I was swamped, and I knew it was absolutely time. I was doing way too much stuff for the practice on my own.
LaToya Smith
When your solo practice takes off and you start to see more clients, the paperwork and admin increase, and you are struggling to find the time to get to everything because your schedule is totally full – it is time for you to start a group practice.
A lot of times I’ll say to people when they ask me, “When’s the time to hire? When’s the time to think about adding another [clinician]?” and I’ll always say [it’s] when you’re about 75% full – so don’t wait until you’re already full and overloaded before you bring somebody on board!
LaToya Smith
If you know that you’re reaching your end point where there is just too much to do and you are struggling to get to do it all, then you need to consider hiring someone else and shifting into a group practice.
Do you have loads of intake calls?Is your phone ringing off the hook? Are you missing potential clients because you are in session when someone is calling? Are you constantly referring clients out because your schedule is full? It may be time to hire.
What would it look like for you if you had another therapist in-house, within your practice, that you can refer to?
LaToya Smith
How much more beneficial would it be to your practice if you could allocate clients to a therapist that is on your team, instead of referring them elsewhere?
Now, [having] a group practice, those referrals can stay in-house. That means that you can begin to help more people, and also, it will help [your] income.
LaToya Smith
Have you been yearning for a community?Therapy can be a lonely profession.
Starting a group practice can create a professional community where you and other like-minded therapists work together, sharing the effort, and supporting one another in between sessions with clients.
[With group practice] you have community. You have a team of people who have come together under the vision and mission of your practice, who understand the values of your practice, and who are all in and connected, and you are building a team. LaToya Smith
If you want to work with people around you, then look for like-minded therapists who share your values and bring them in under the banner of your practice to serve and work together.
Is your vision getting bigger?Is the dream that you have for your practice getting bigger, and more attention from your ideal clients, and you need some help to serve them all?
Build around your vision!
Hire another therapist that also works with your ideal clients, or hire a therapist that works with clients that relate to your ideal clients.
You know it is time to start a group practice when your vision is shared by many people, clients, and therapists alike.
Do you want to create multiple streams of income?
Adding therapists to your practice is a great way to bring in more money, because right now if you are solo and you’re thinking about doing a group practice, [then] you’re the one who’s doing the building, you’re the one who’s collecting the funds and if you don’t work, then where’s that money coming from?
LaToya Smith
By adding therapists, you not only get to provide more access to mental health care to your clients, but you also supplement the income into your practice, which takes a lot of financial burden off your shoulders.
Once income starts being made from other therapists, you can be free to think creatively and attend to other aspects that need doing in the practice.
I can focus more now on growing my practice [and] scaling my practice if I had other people on board who are also seeing clients.
LaToya Smith
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes and use the promo code JOE to receive your first two months for free! * Check out practiceofthepractice.com/levelup: March 20th to 23rd 2023 is Level Up Week!
Check out these additional resources:* 5 Private Practice Trends in 2023 with Joe Sanok | GP 160 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post Is It Time For You To Start A Group Practice? | GP 161 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What are the current private practice trends? How are you managing your finances in 2023? What can you do to overcome the tough hiring environment at the moment?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about 5 private practice trends in 2023 with Joe Sanok.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Joe SanokJoe Sanok helps counselors to create thriving practices that are the envy of other counselors. He has helped counselors to grow their businesses by 50-500% and is proud of all the private practice owners that are growing their income, influence, and impact on the world. Click here to explore consulting with Joe.
In This Podcast* Asking and answering the important money questions * An increase in marketing investment * There’s a tough hiring environment * Awareness and evaluation of lifestyle * How to level up beyond standard practice
Asking and answering the important money questionsSome money questions that most therapists are asking and need to answer include:
- Whether you have an emergency fund for your practice?
- How much do you pay yourself in your private practice journey?
- What is the best amount to invest in marketing?
People are sensing that there’s a shift happening … we don’t know if there’s going to be a recession or … if there’s going to be a major downturn in the economy, but we’ve had several years that were thriving.
Joe Sanok
In general, most therapists have questions and queries about getting a handle on their numbers, what they mean, and how to work well with them.
An increase in marketing investmentTherapists and practice owners are currently putting more money into marketing efforts than they have in the past.
We’re finding that a lot of the practices that are thriving right now, in an uncertain financial environment, are the ones that are saying, “We’re going to intentionally put some money and some staff time into leveling up faster”.
Joe Sanok
What is a step outside of the box of what the average counselors are doing that you can take to set yourself apart in the best way possible?
There’s a tough hiring environmentThe average job posting for a therapist used to garner multiple requests. Nowadays, it’s much fewer.
This could be because fewer therapists are looking for work, and it could be because many practices are settled in the number of clinicians that they already have.
[Recognize] that it’s a difficult hiring environment [right now] so think about what you can differentiate within your group practice that’s beyond pay. Joe Sanok
What are the unique selling points that potential employees can enjoy through working for you, and within your business?
How can you make yourself stand out and attract your best-fit employees, beyond just offering more money?
The little things go a long way when it comes to retaining staff.
Awareness and evaluation of lifestyleAnother remnant of the pandemic is that most people have become more attuned to how they currently live.
They think about how they want to improve themselves and create a better lifestyle for mental, emotional, and physical health.
Because of that, on a personal [aspect], that’s carried over into the business world where we’re seeing a lot of clinicians and group practice owners asking the questions … on burnout prevention.
Joe Sanok
People are more inspired nowadays to integrate healthier boundaries into their working lifestyle and schedules, both for themselves and for the benefit of their clinicians too.
How to level up beyond standard practiceMany clinicians are considering how they can develop their practice so that it is not wholly dependent on them, or solely on accumulated clinical hours in sessions, to earn an income.
A lot of group practice owners are saying, “I want to get my practice … [to a place] where it’s not dependent on me to be the primary income.”
Joe Sanok
How can practice owners slowly remove themselves from direct clinical hours and expand their role as the CEO, and level up themselves and their practice as a result?
Books mentioned in this episode:Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes. * Check out pillarsofpractice.com and sign up for free resources and e-courses! * See practiceofthepractice.com/levelup and sign up for Level Up week 20th to 23rd March 2023
Check out these additional resources:* Paying It Forward with Dr. NaRicia Futrell | GP 159 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcomes.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post 5 Private Practice Trends in 2023 with Joe Sanok | GP 160 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you run a practice with 1099 contractor employees? How can you maintain a healthy and positive relationship with contractor employees that leave the practice? What does “paying it forward” look like in private practice?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about paying it forward with Dr. NaRicia Futrell.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Dr. NaRicia FutrellDr. Naricia Futrell is a Licensed Clinical Social worker, licensed in Tennessee, Arkansas and Texas who has been practicing for more than 10 years. She currently holds a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters and Doctorate in Social Work. At Gihon, her group practice, they work with adults, children, couples and family systems using a holistic approach to help individuals tap into their own strengths in working through problems.
Visit Gihon Counseling and connect on Facebook, Instagram, Psychology Today and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* Supporting your contract clinicians * Pay it forward * Help the people that come through your door
Supporting your contract cliniciansThere is often movement in private practices that work with contract employees. They may come, gain experience and expertise, and move on again.
This is natural and normal, and this movement can even be beneficial to the practice and both the owner and the contract clinician.
When you’re deciding that you’re going to step out and do something else, or you need to leave, just communicate that with me, and let’s see what that looks like … maybe we can be referral sisters.
Dr. Futrell
Even when contract clinicians decide to move on, it doesn’t have to mean an official goodbye. You can both continue working together by referring to one another.
Pay it forwardThere are many ways that private practice owners can support and care for their clinicians, and pay it forward.
Consider offering supervision, be open to sharing wisdom and information, and offer guidance to those who work with you and for you.
Whatever you need to know, I’m not one of those people [that says], “Well, I’m not sharing any information. I’m the [main] person” … like, hey, I probably give too much!
Dr. Futrell
Help the people that come through your doorYou don’t have to give everything to your employees, and there definitely is a fine line between helping someone and feeding someone information that they are not working to understand themselves.
However, have an open mind, heart, and hand with those around you. If you have resources to share and ways to raise people up – while running a successful business – then do those things.
Pay it forward, because there were probably many people that helped you too when you were starting as well.
[Decide] first what it is that you want to do and how you want to do that. How [do] you want your name and your company to be represented, and how much of the help [do] you feel like you could give someone without hindering them or making them dependent on you? Dr. Futrell
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes. * Visit Gihon Counseling and connect on Facebook, Instagram, Psychology Today and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* Finding Your Circle of Support with Warren Wright | GP 158 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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How does focusing on your niche connect you to both your ideal clients and your best-fit clinical support system? Are you part of a circle of like-minded therapists? How can you meet and create one?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about finding your circle of support with Warren Brandon Wright.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
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If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
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Meet Warren WrightWarren B. Wright is a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of Texas and a National Certified Counselor. In life, Warren has learned that if you can’t find the solution, to become the solution. That is exactly what he has done in his role as a counselor. His mission is to provide mental health and coaching services to individuals searching for personal growth and development by promoting healing, wellness, and transformation.
Warren is also the author of A Dose of Motivation: Taking ownership of your life, tapping into your potential, and stepping into your purpose, a guidebook that focuses on self-reflection through self-discovery.
Visit Warren’s website, and connect on Instagram and Twitter.
In This Podcast* Be intentional with your niche to find your circle * Boost your professional career with professional support * How to create an authentic circle of support
Be intentional with your niche to find your circleWhat have you always loved to do? Who have you always enjoyed working with, be it clients or fellow clinicians? Those are clues to where your niche is.
[I] wanted to create that space for other black men, and it’s been really rewarding to work with my brothers on a lot of different topics and a lot of different areas in their lives. Warren Brandon Wright
Sometimes, working as a therapist can feel isolating.
Finding your circle of like-minded colleagues and fellow professionals to receive support from, and offer support to, can help you do your best work.
Boost your professional career with professional supportBuilding your professional circle of support can be helpful to you and your clients.
When I reflect [on] and help other people in my roles as a counselor and a coach, I realize that a lot of times they don’t have the support that they need for the accountability … or they feel like they don’t know how to ask for that help.
Warren Brandon Wright
When you network with other therapists within and outside of your niche, you will know other professionals to refer clients to.
Additionally, this professional circle can act as an accountability and community space for you and the other clinicians within it.
When I reflect back on my life, I had people in my corner … people who were always holding me accountable to my dreams and my goals … that’s something I’d like to focus on [in my professional career].
Warren Brandon Wright
How to create an authentic circle of supportIf you are looking for a community, accountability partners, and even a mentor, try:
- Reflection: sit down with yourself and ask what it is that you need to transition and level up in your life.
What is it that you need and how can you express that need to someone else?
Warren Brandon Wright
- Asking yourself: how much are you willing to invest in yourself? You have to do something different to experience something different.
- Being upfront: what do you need, and which small steps can you take today to fulfill those needs?
Books mentioned in this episode:Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes. * Visit Warren’s website, and connect on Instagram and Twitter. * Check out the Dope Therapist Academy
Check out these additional resources:* Planning For A Financially Healthy 2023 with Alan Pruitt | GP 157 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Do you want to build healthy wealth? How close are you to enjoying your group practice? What is the best way to plan for tax season?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about planning for a financially healthy 2023 with Alan Pruitt.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesAs a therapist, I can tell you from experience that having the right EHR is an absolute lifeline. I recommend using TherapyNotes. They make billing, scheduling, notetaking, telehealth, and E-prescribe incredibly easy. Best of all, they offer live telephone support that’s available 7 days a week.
You don’t have to take my word for it – Do your own research and see for yourself – TherapyNotes is the #1 highest-rated EHR system available today, with 4.9 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.com and on Google.
All you have to do is click the link below, or type promo code JOE on their website www.therapynotes.com, and receive a special 2-month trial, absolutely free.
If you’re coming from another EHR, TherapyNotes will import your demographic data quickly and easily at no cost, so you can get started right away.
Trust me, don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes.
Meet Alan Pruitt, CPAAlan Pruitt is the Owner and CEO of Pruitt Prep CPA, a dynamic CPA firm dedicated to empowering and informing individuals and businesses on the best ways to minimize their tax liability, improve growth potential, and implement efficient and effective processes. He takes a proactive approach with his clients to not only implement valuable tax-saving strategies but also serve as an advisor and valuable resource anytime they have questions or need assistance.
Visit Pruitt Prep CPA and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* Goal-setting is important * Get quiet * Set a budget * Separate your taxes
Goal-setting is importantSet goals at the top of the fresh year
Be intentional. Be intentional about what you want [from] this year because when you do that, you can [more easily] create special things.
Alan Pruitt
Setting goals help you to have something to strive towards, and once you know what you are striving for, you can more easily align your actions and behaviors to keep you on track.
Assessing your goals can also help you to notice when you have fallen slightly off track so that you can regain your focus and keep your dreams top-of-mind.
Alan’s tip: look beyond the numbers and strive for a state of being.
Sometimes, for me, the most important goals are the ones that are non-financial. It’s about growing … expanding, delegating, and getting stuff off of your plate so that you can focus on more revenue-generating activities.
Alan Pruitt
Rather than thinking, “I’m going to earn XYZ money”, set your goal to be, “I’m going to delegate these tasks to free up more of my time.”
Take actionable steps towards the state of being that will allow you to generate that additional income.
Get quietBlock out the noise of the hype around you and get quiet to truly hear yourself and what is important to you.
Rather than following the crowd and jumping from one thing to the next, make space and time to be quiet with yourself, and let your thoughts and feelings speak for themselves.
Ideally, I would love it if you did it every day, but at least once a week, you need to be taking time to truly work on your business … even schedule it on your calendar.
Alan Pruitt
Make time to focus on your business: what do you want to accomplish? Where do you want to take it to? Which problems do you want to solve with it?
Set a budgetDon’t be afraid of the numbers!
Your budget is your best tool when it comes to realizing your dreams and goals because it shows you what you have, and with it, you can figure out how best to use your resources to get closer to what you want.
A basic budget includes:
- A list of your monthly expenses (fixed and fluctuating)
- Track your income per session
- Track how many sessions you have in a week and a month (on average)
Separate your taxesConsider the Profit First approach of creating separate accounts for each income and expense, and filtering your money through them all accordingly.
It’s then easier to see what is costing you, where your revenue is coming from, and how much you need to pay for taxes (without rushing them at the end of the year).
Bare minimum, you need to be setting aside at least 15% of your net profit [for paying taxes].
Alan Pruitt
Books mentioned in this episode:Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Don’t waste any more of your time, and try TherapyNotes. * Visit Pruitt Prep CPA and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Check out these additional resources:* How To Host An Event with Dr. Tekesia Jackson – Part 2 | GP 156 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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What are some easy, quick, and cost-effective tips for hosting your first pilot event? Why must you do an experimental run before truly giving it a shot? How can you use your tech tools for success?
In this second episode of a two-podcast series, LaToya Smith speaks about how to host an event with Dr. Tekesia Jackson.
Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of PracticeReady to take your practice to the next level? In our Pillars of Practice E-Courses, you will find FREE resources designed to help you take your private practice to the next level:
Over 20 FREE Downloadable resources and tools
8-minute expert videos on a variety of topics to help make your private practice stronger
3 hours of video training to make growing a practice quicker
What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free!
Meet Dr. Tekesia JacksonDoctor TK is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Therapist Business Coach, Author, and Content Creator. She is the CEO of Branding 4 Abundance, serving hundred of therapists annually to Design and Build an Abundant Mental Health Business and Lifestyle. Doctor TK has been a college professor for over 17 years and has built a profitable solo and group practice over the last 10 years. Her love for teaching and coaching has created an impact as a clinical supervisor, serving the re-entry population and program development through various non-profits across the country, all while being a wife and mom!
Visit Dr. TK’s website, and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* Use your technological tools * Create a pilot event * Start small and grow from there
Use your technological toolsOne positive that came out of the pandemic in 2020 was that most of the world became adept and more comfortable with using virtual and online platforms.
Use this shift to your advantage!
Find your own [online] swag and your own model, and determine what your audience likes. What are they attracted to [digitally]? But also [you need to] understand trends.
Dr. Tekesia Jackson
Find the platforms that best suit you and your audience, and start studying and using the trends. For example, the word “webinar” is seldom used to spark and gather interest nowadays, and rather use the word “information sessions”.
Start to utilize language that will be attractive to your clients where they can feel at ease and want to show up.
Dr. Tekesia Jackson
Create a pilot eventExperiment first to get a feel of what you want to do, and what is expected of you, when the stakes are low.
Test the waters of your idea first. Reach out to your existing client base to get a sense of what your audience thinks of your idea before you invest a whole lot of time, energy, and money into creating something that they may not even want to partake in.
Maybe we want to nurture our audience first because the last thing we want to do for any launch or anything, including events, is [to] launch something [but] you don’t have anybody to launch it to.
Dr. Tekesia Jackson
For your pilot event:
- Get clear on what you want to offer, and see if somebody wants to pay for it.
- Imagine the client’s perspective: what would you want to have available to you when you go to a new event?
- Think of transport, food, WIFI, and parking – have these small amenities sorted.
- What will you need to run the event successfully? Even an assistant, like a friend to assist you.
Just be clear on what information or experience you are providing, and what I mean by that … is don’t give too much. Less is more.
Dr. Tekesia Jackson
Start small and grow from thereYour first event is not going to be your best – thankfully! Every time you reiterate something, both you and the skill develop a little further.
Rather than working yourself up to do something huge, start small, because it’s way more important that you start and give it a solid try than not doing anything at all.
What I’m getting at is [to] start where you are, use what you have, and consider where you are coming from … do your budget first, don’t do your budget after.
Dr. Tekesia Jackson
Events are expensive, so save yourself the extra pain by doing things small on the first run to get a bite before going bigger.
Books mentioned in this episode:Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Dr. TK’s website, and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. * What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free!
Check out these additional resources:* How To Host An Event with Dr. Tekesia Jackson – Part 1 | GP 155 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Are you a red, yellow, or green lighter in business? Why should you find an accountability partner or group? Where does your strength sit?
In this episode of a two-podcast series, LaToya Smith speaks about how to host an event with Dr. Tekesia Jackson.
Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of PracticeReady to take your practice to the next level? In our Pillars of Practice E-Courses, you will find FREE resources designed to help you take your private practice to the next level:
Over 20 FREE Downloadable resources and tools
8-minute expert videos on a variety of topics to help make your private practice stronger
3 hours of video training to make growing a practice quicker
What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free!
Meet Dr. Tekesia JacksonDoctor TK is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Therapist Business Coach, Author, and Content Creator. She is the CEO of Branding 4 Abundance, serving hundred of therapists annually to Design and Build an Abundant Mental Health Business and Lifestyle. Doctor TK has been a college professor for over 17 years and has built a profitable solo and group practice over the last 10 years. Her love for teaching and coaching has created an impact as a clinical supervisor, serving the re-entry population and program development through various non-profits across the country, all while being a wife and mom!
Visit Dr. TK’s website, and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* Where do you start? * Red light, yellow light, or green light? * Develop your strength
Where do you start?1 – Decide what you want to do
2 – Write it down to make a map for it
3 – Get an accountability partner or join a mastermind group
4 – Seek mentorship with someone that’s eight to 10 steps ahead of you
If you want to earn $250k, why are you hanging out with people [that] all want to only stay at a 9-5 to make $50k? That doesn’t make sense.
Dr. Jackson
5 – Try what you want to do and be okay with failure
6 – Whenever you fail, dust yourself off, and get back in the race
That’s why your get-it squad is there, or your coach or mentor is there to pump you up, but you’ve also got to be coachable and teachable.
Dr. Jackson
Red light, yellow light, or green light?Are you a business owner that has a red light, yellow light, or green light?
Red light: doesn’t take action
Yellow light: seek more information
Green light: takes actionable steps
So when we’re coming down to hosting an event, for example, which lane are you in? Because the red lighters are not teachable or coachable [and] they don’t even think it’s a problem.
Dr. Jackson
Everything here has got to do with mindset. Do you see the challenge? Have you acknowledged it? Will you step forward to meet, learn from, and grow with it?
Develop your strengthFailure will happen, but it’s not bad. Failure is just a chance to do something differently, to gather more data, and to try something new.
Develop your growth mindset and transform the old idea of failure into an opportunity for change.
I can’t sit with not trying and not knowing. I’d rather try and see, try and learn, but I can’t sit with not trying at all.
LaToya Smith
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Dr. TK’s website, and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. * What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free!
Check out these additional resources:* Hiring a Virtual Assistant with Beth Lachance | GP 154 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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When is the right time to hire a virtual assistant? What is the first thing that you desperately want to get off of your plate? Can you help yourself help your business by hiring well-trained and experienced assistants?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about hiring a virtual assistant with Beth Lachance.
Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of PracticeReady to take your practice to the next level? In our Pillars of Practice E-Courses, you will find FREE resources designed to help you take your private practice to the next level:
Over 20 FREE Downloadable resources and tools
8-minute expert videos on a variety of topics to help make your private practice stronger
3 hours of video training to make growing a practice quicker
What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free!
Meet Beth LachanceBeth Lachance is the Founder and CEO of REVA Global MD, an industry leading provider of trained medical virtual assistants. Combining her strong leadership and determination with her 16 years of experience as a business owner specializing in Real Estate Project Management and Investing with Hat Trick Holding, LLC, and over 22 years of corporate experience in the private and public sector of Surgical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Specialty Pharmacy Industries – she keeps the company moving forward with high-level strategy while understanding the details of day-to-day execution to ensure steadfast success.
Visit Reva Global MD and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. In This Podcast* The right time to hire a virtual assistant * Pick one thing to start with * Why you should work with Reva Global!
The right time to hire a virtual assistantIf you are feeling overwhelmed by the amount of work that you have to do, the best time to hire a virtual assistant was last month. The next best time is right now!
No more delay. Bite the bullet because it’s time to move forward and get that done.
Beth Lachance
Questions to consider:
- What are your main pain points?
- Which tasks do you always have to do that drain you?
- Can you set up a task list?
Pick one thing to start withWhat is the one thing that you need help with right away? If someone could come in tomorrow and say, “I’m here, what can I do to help you?”, what would you have them do?
These tasks could be things like answering the phone, doing client intake or follow-ups, or answering and sending emails.
Let’s start with a handful of things that we know we can immediately get off of your plate that would make an impact on your day, and then we’ll start seeing how much time is left.
Beth Lachance
Do not wait until you feel overwhelmed to start looking for assistance because then you are risking your health and the success of your business.
Be proactive in finding support, because ultimately, it will help you to create your best private practice.
Man, when you feel [overwhelmed] or you’re three-quarters of the way full, it’s time to hire somebody and time to get somebody in there. So, don’t wait to burn out. Don’t do [it] like me!
LaToya Smith
Why you should work with REVA Global!* All REVA personnel have experience with the medical industry before being assigned as virtual assistants. * REVA personnel have been recruited, screened, and trained to optimize and work well within the admin world of the mental health industry. * You are assigned a REVA virtual assistant that is perfectly matched with what you need help with! * The virtual assistants are followed up with by REVA daily to make sure the KPIs are being reached so that you do not have to!
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Reva Global MD and connect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. * See also, Expert bookers
Check out these additional resources:* Opening A Second Practice Location with Ashley Mielke | GP 153 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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How can you create enough business to sustain two locations? Is it possible to continually max out the business for even one location? What does it take to maintain the focus and to drive the vision that you have for your practice?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about opening a second location with Ashley Mielke.
Podcast Sponsor: Pillars of PracticeReady to take your practice to the next level? In our Pillars of Practice E-Courses, you will find FREE resources designed to help you take your private practice to the next level, whether you are just starting out or already have an established practice running.
What’s your phase of practice? Click here to get full access, totally free!
Meet Ashley MielkeAshley Mielke is a Registered Psychologist, Founder, and CEO of a large group private practice in Alberta, Canada called The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre Inc. She is passionate about supporting heart-centered practice owners in starting, growing, and scaling their businesses.
Ashley was called to start her company after the tragic death of her father by suicide in 2010. It was the purpose she found through her healing that inspired the ‘WHY’ that drives her 7-figure company today. It brings Ashley great joy to support other heart-centered leaders in building successful practices that are aligned with both their business goals and their deepest calling.
Visit The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre and connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Connect with Ashley Mielke on Instagram and LinkedIn.
In This Podcast* How to keep the phone ringing * Keep the focus * The next steps after signing the lease
How to keep the phone ringingYou may be nervous about opening a second location if you think that business would be scarce.
However, it is possible for you to sustain a steady stream of clients coming into your private practices, and for that growth to be sustainable.
- Create and support a strong marketing strategy
- Boost your referrals by word-of-mouth and from fellow companies
- Building brand reputation and awareness
I have worked so hard over the last decade putting myself out there. I do a lot of public speaking; I sit on panels [and] I speak at conferences … I appear wherever I can go to build relationships in the community.
Ashley Mielke
Keep the focusEven though fear may be present, keep holding onto your “why”, and the sense of purpose that you feel in expanding your business.
Remember that fear is just an emotion that lets you know that you are close to the edge of your comfort zone, and are most likely near a position of growth, so embrace it!
You’re here to serve and it’s all coming from that place of service, and how can you go wrong? That truly was so great!
Ashley Mielke
Draw energy and support from your team, and the community within your practice. They want the business to succeed, therefore they will support you too!
The next steps after signing the lease* Before signing the lease, agree on a move-in date to work toward when it comes to getting the office space ready. * Give clients advance notice to let them know where some of their therapists will be relocating to if they are moving to the second location. * Send a company-wide email to everyone in the practice with the plans set out * Duplicate everything in the first office space to put into the second office space, from kitchen utensils to system programs. * Launch a second Google My Business listing.
The good part of this is [that] you’ve already done it once [with your first practice], so just do it again!
LaToya Smith
- Continually work on your brand awareness so that people will find you!
- Chat with your accountant to see what your financial situation looks like to prepare yourself and your business to bridge the gap and then continue to be profitable.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre and connect with them on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. * Connect with Ashley Mielke on Instagram and LinkedIn. * See also the Grief Recovery Method
Check out these additional resources:* Practicing Self-Love Can Help You Grow Your Practice with Mikah Miller | GP 152 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Are your rates still the same as they were when you set them? Are you struggling to keep the promises you make to yourself because you always leave yourself last on your to-do list? Is it a struggle for you to schedule time for yourself?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about practicing self-love can help you grow your practice with Mikah Miller.
Podcast Sponsor: HeardAs a therapist, the last thing you probably want to think about is doing your own bookkeeping and taxes. Heard is here to help with that.
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Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned clinician or are in the first year of your practice, Heard will identify areas for growth and streamline best financial practices for your business.
When you sign up with Heard, you’ll be matched with an accountant who will help you track your income and expenses, file taxes online, and maximuze tax savings.
You’ll also receive financial insights such as profit and loss statements and personalized monthly reports.
You can say goodbye to poring over spreadsheets and guessing your tax deductions or quarterly payments. Focus on your clients, and Heard will take care of the rest.
Pricing begins at $149 per month for solo practices and can easily be tailored to fit your business’ financial needs. Sign up for a free, 15-min consult call today at joinheard.com/partners/joe.
Meet Mikah MillerMikah Miller is the Founder and Director of With A Child’s Heart Behavioral Health Center. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in “The 8TH Grade Transition”. She absolutely loves her client kiddos entering and exiting the 8th grade.
Mikah also helps other Entrepreneurs and Aspiring Entrepreneurs grow their business from the inside out by learning how to face their subconscious programming, integrate their past, present, and future selves, Align, and GLOW!
Visit With A Child’s Heart, Revealing the Glow Within, and connect on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter (@Mikahmiller_), and TikTok (@MikahMiller).Freebies: 1.) First Part of Episode: A free download “The Glow Up Journal” https://www.revealingtheglowwithin.com/free-ebook-for-subscribers and 20%off code: GLOWUP2023 for A” Pick My Brain” Session2.) For Episode on Self Love: 5 Day Self-Love and Entrepreneurship Challenge Freebie – https://www.revealingtheglowwithin.com/self-love-and-entrepreneurship-challenge
In This Podcast* Why you need to raise your rates * Start loving yourself as a method for success * You deserve to have what you want in your practice
Why you need to raise your ratesYou have studied for years and you have completed extra training. You have experience with working with clients, with being supervised or supervising others.
You have lived experience and knowledge and empathy and the ability to create a safe space for others to heal – you need to assert what you are worth, and the value of what it is that you bring to the table.
Let’s talk about that self-love that we have to learn [and believe], “Listen, I’m worthy of this, I value this. I believe I deserve this”, right? [That] I love myself enough to … [do the difficult thing].
LaToya Smith
Start loving yourself as a method for successWhy is it a struggle for you to schedule time for yourself? Why do you not feel deserving of that effort for yourself?
If you’re always anticipating the emotions of a parent [as a child] … you grow up learning body language, you grow up knowing what to say and learning people’s mannerisms … self-love [in that context] would be, “I don’t have to anticipate the emotions of somebody else. I have to uphold what it is that makes my business run”.
Mikah Miller
If you grew up being a people-pleaser, being a boss can be extremely triggering because sometimes you will have to say and do things that may not suit everyone for the sake of the business – and yourself.
Still, you must do these difficult things, and realize that someone’s emotional response to your clearly laid out boundaries is not your job to appease.
You deserve to have what you want in your practiceLove yourself enough to:
- Know that you are worthy of success
- Heal your inner child
- Know that you deserve to have what you desire
Why haven’t you let go of the person who’s not good for the team? Love yourself enough to know that it’s okay. This is what you need to thrive and be a great owner. Love yourself enough to do the work on social media, or to pay for the course [that you need]. Love yourself enough to try.
LaToya Smith
You are with the effort that it takes to get yourself to the new, further places where you want to go. You are worth the investment of time, energy, and effort to love and develop, grow, and thrive.
Love yourself enough to try something new, accept change, and know that you are more than capable to try the things that you dream about achieving.
Books mentioned in this episode:BOOK | Mikah Miller – The Entrepreneur Code (e-book)
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit With A Child’s Heart, Revealing the Glow Within, and connect on Facebook and LinkedIn. * Practice of the Practice podcast network
Check out these additional resources:* Embracing Our Perceived Shortcomings As Opportunities For Growth with Mikah Miller | GP 151 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post Practicing Self-Love Can Help You Grow Your Practice with Mikah Miller | GP 152 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you sometimes feel held back from your true potential by your limiting beliefs? Can you permit yourself to follow your dreams? Are you taking action that’s in alignment with your highest calling?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about embracing our perceived shortcomings as opportunities for growth with Mikah Miller.
Podcast Sponsor: HeardAs a therapist, the last thing you probably want to think about is doing your own bookkeeping and taxes. Heard is here to help with that.
Heard is the financial back-office built specifically for therapists in private practice. They combine smart software with real humans to handle bookkeeping, taxes, and payroll.
Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned clinician or are in the first year of your practice, Heard will identify areas for growth and streamline best financial practices for your business.
When you sign up with Heard, you’ll be matched with an accountant who will help you track your income and expenses, file taxes online, and maximize tax savings.
You’ll also receive financial insights such as profit and loss statements and personalized monthly reports.
You can say goodbye to poring over spreadsheets and guessing your tax deductions or quarterly payments. Focus on your clients, and Heard will take care of the rest.
Pricing begins at $149 per month for solo practices and can easily be tailored to fit your business’ financial needs. Sign up for a free, 15-min consult call today at joinheard.com/partners/joe.
The deadline to sign up for 2022 tax services is December 31, 2022.
Meet Mikah MillerMikah Miller is the Founder and Director of With A Child’s Heart Behavioral Health Center. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in “The 8TH Grade Transition”. She absolutely loves her client kiddos entering and exiting the 8th grade.
Mikah also helps other Entrepreneurs and Aspiring Entrepreneurs grow their businesses from the inside out by learning how to face their subconscious programming, integrate their past, present, and future selves, Align, and GLOW!
Visit With A Child’s Heart, Revealing the Glow Within, and connect on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter (@Mikahmiller_), and TikTok (@MikahMiller).
Freebies:
1.) First Part of Episode: A free download “The Glow Up Journal” https://www.revealingtheglowwithin.com/free-ebook-for-subscribers and 20%off code: GLOWUP2023 for A” Pick My Brain” Session
2.) For Episode on Self Love: 5 Day Self-Love and Entrepreneurship Challenge Freebie –
https://www.revealingtheglowwithin.com/self-love-and-entrepreneurship-challenge
In This Podcast* Identify your limiting beliefs * Start small but stay consistent * You are the only you out there * Learn how to integrate your past into your present
Identify your limiting beliefs
Identify them first. The shortcomings, problems, all of those … that’s perception, right? Because a problem is a perception of what you think it really is.
Mikah Miller
Once you identify what you think that shortcoming is, that’s when you start to try to navigate through working your way around it and brainstorming different ideas.
Even though your perception of the issue is what creates the struggle, you need to separate yourself from the problem.
[Do not] let them beat you up, but confront them, own them, and be honest. Or, scratch out the ones that don’t even make sense – the ones that people told us we are [that] we just believed. LaToya Smith
Start small but stay consistentPut one foot in front of the other in the direction of your goal.
Each day, make one small decision that will help you – or your future self – to get to your dream.
You’ll be amazed to see just how many opportunities will open up that will take you closer to where you want to go.
I always talk about alignment. You just start putting one foot in front of the other and do things that excite you and give you these full-body “yeses”, opportunities will come to you that will help you grow, that open doors, and you just take those opportunities and things start happening.
Mikah Miller
You are the only you out thereEven though there may be other clinicians working in your niche, or people with similar backgrounds, no one in the world – that was or will be – is like you!
They’re not you! … You guys could all see the same clientele and it still wouldn’t matter because they’re not you, and that’s part of the glow that I’m talking about. Your story, your life, your history, that’s going to attract a certain type of client.
Mikah Miller
You truly are one of a kind because you are a wholly unique combination of nature and nurture as well as experience and education. Ride the wave that is your individuality, because it truly is your greatest strength.
Learn how to integrate your past into your present
Learn how to use your past, learn how to heal your inner child. It’s not necessarily therapy but it’s learning how to bring things with you.
Mikah Miller
You cannot separate yourself from your past, and if you try to, you may end up recreating it in your present because it’s all that you’re focusing on.
However, if you can heal from your past, learn from it, and bring the best of it with you on your journey, you’re setting yourself up for success. You don’t have to carry your past, but don’t force it away either.
Bring all the parts of yourself together in love because that is also going to help you transform your business.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit With A Child’s Heart, Revealing the Glow Within, and connect on Facebook and LinkedIn. * Practice of the Practice podcast network
Check out these additional resources:* How To Write Copy That Sells with Arianna Smith | GP 150 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Do you want to clarify your messaging? Can the right copy invite your ideal client into your practice? How can you write simple copy that embodies your authentic voice?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to write copy that sells with Arianna Smith.
Podcast Sponsor: HeardAs a therapist, the last thing you probably want to think about is doing your own bookkeeping and taxes. Heard is here to help with that.
Heard is the financial back-office built specifically for therapists in private practice. They combine smart software with real humans to handle bookkeeping, taxes, and payroll.
Regardless of whether you’re a seasoned clinician or are in the first year of your practice, Heard will identify areas for growth and streamline best financial practices for your business.
When you sign up with Heard, you’ll be matched with an accountant who will help you track your income and expenses, file taxes online, and maximuze tax savings.
You’ll also receive financial insights such as profit and loss statements and personalized monthly reports.
You can say goodbye to poring over spreadsheets and guessing your tax deductions or quarterly payments. Focus on your clients, and Heard will take care of the rest.
Pricing begins at $149 per month for solo practices and can easily be tailored to fit your business’ financial needs. Sign up for a free, 15-min consult call today at joinheard.com/partners/joe.
The deadline to sign up for 2022 tax services is December 31, 2022.
Meet Arianna SmithArianna Smith is an EMDR clinician and LPC. She is also a copywriter and copy coach. Her focus is on supporting successful, sensitive people to go from pleasing everyone to taking care of themselves first.
Arianna uses EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) as part of her approach to working with patients. She also leans heavily on attachment theory.
Visit Quiet Moon Counseling and The Copy Cove.
FREEBIE: Banish Bad Copy: 5 Copywriting Hacks for Private Practice Success
In This Podcast* Copy versus content * Loosen up your language * How to write your perfect copy
Copy versus content
Copy’s job is really to persuade and convert clients or prospective clients from learning about you to wanting to work with you, while content is more about informing.
Arianna Smith
Copy is the direct messaging between you and your ideal clients that explains exactly what you do for them, how you can help them, and what benefits or changes they can experience through working with you.
On the other hand, content is about building trust and credibility. It is the rest of the information that clients can dive into when they need or want some extra information.
When we think about it, copy can be content, but usually content is not copy.
Arianna Smith
Loosen up your languageAcademic language comes easily to you from your years of graduate school and further studies, but it’s not familiar to your clients.
Therefore, go easy on the terminology and keep your words short and sweet.
The biggest struggle that therapists have really is breaking out of that academic clinical language that we’ve been inundated with.
Arianna Smith
When you sit down to write your copy, think about reading your words from your client’s perspective.
How to write your perfect copy1 – Get clear on your vision and mission for your group practice, what do you want it to be known for?
2 – Do you want to be a specialist or a generalist group practice? Depending on your answer, you will take a different approach.
When it comes to copy, the more specific you are, the more compelling it’s going to be, and the more you’re going to draw people in.
Arianna Smith
3 – Get words on paper. First put everything down without judging it, and then go back and edit!
4 – Keep it conversational. Put your academic language aside for a second, and “speak” to your audience through your copy as a person to another person.
5 – Read your copy out loud.
That’s a really good way to see if we have super long sentences, and if we are stuffing our sentences with a lot of jargon, and just testing it out in the way that it flows in a more conversational way.
Arianna Smith
6 – Are you answering your client’s questions? Make sure that your copy sounds like answers for what your typical client might be asking themselves as they scroll through your information.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Quiet Moon Counseling and The Copy Cove. * See Arianna’s profile on Therapy Den.
Check out these additional resources:* Starting A Non-Profit – Part 2 with Nicole Henry | GP 149 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post How To Write Copy That Sells with Arianna Smith | GP 150 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Who should you hire for your non-profit board? Why is diversity necessary for building a successful non-profit? What is a unique skill or resource that you have to offer that is needed in the community?
In the second episode of this two podcast series, LaToya Smith speaks about starting a non-profit with Nichole Henry.
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You’ll notice the difference from the first day you sign up for a trial. They offer live phone support 7 days a week, so when you have questions, you can quickly reach someone who can help, and you are never wasting your time looking for answers.
If you are coming from another EHR, they make the transition really easy. TherapyNotes will import your clients’ demographic data free of charge during your trial so you can get going right away.
Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. Make 2022 the best year yet with TherapyNotes.
Meet Nichole HenryNichole is the Chief Services Officer of SafeHaven, a family violence center. Nichole oversees all of the agency’s victim services, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, crisis hotline, children’s programming, case management, and counseling programming.
Nichole, a Fort Worth native, has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and Master of Arts degree in professional counseling from Texas Wesleyan. She has more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit work.
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn and email her at nmastershenry@gmail.com
In This Podcast* Who to have on your board * Creating diversity * Don’t be intimidated! * Getting the grants
Who to have on your board
This is what I tell people: it depends on the work that you’re doing.
Nichole Henry
The people that you hire for your non-profit organization’s board will depend on its focus and the work that you want to do.
Hire professionals in that area, experts, and people with hands-on experience with both the running of non-profits and the scope of the service you want to provide, or need that you want to fill.
In general, look to hire:
- Experts in the field of your work
- Great marketers
- Successful fundraisers
- Proficient accountants and attorneys
- People with positive influence in your community
- People that have experienced the struggle that you are striving to help
It’s always good to have someone that has been there and understands the need of the community that you’re trying to serve.
Nichole Henry
Board members should be people that can help you fundraise, whether it’s within their scope of practice and business or outside within the general community. For a non-profit organization, this is a must.
Creating diversity
One of the challenges that I see for most boards, and I don’t believe that it’s intentional for most, is that we tend to reach out to people that look like us. So, a lot of times boards are not as diverse as they should be.
Nichole Henry
People will reach out to their professional and personal circles to help their non-profit gain traction, however, for most people, their circles consist of people who either have similar backgrounds, experiences and look as they do.
Boards need to be intentional with fostering diversity because the greater community is diverse, and a non-profit is more likely to have a positive influence if it consists of people that are present within that greater community it serves.
You never know what opportunities are going to come up from working and getting out there and networking and getting to meet people.
Nichole Henry
Don’t be intimidated!Do not let impostor syndrome get in the way of your work in a non-profit. You may be sharing the table with some high-ranking or successful people, but a non-profit is stronger with a diversity of both background and lived experience.
Every person has something unique to offer.
If everyone on your board has united together under the banner of solving a common problem in the community, each member has valuable insight, experience, or resources to share in that space.
Get out there and put [your offering] out there. Apply, and if they don’t respond, find the next one! You will find the right place.
Nichole Henry
Getting the grantsYou can receive grants for the work that your non-profit wants to do, however, they are not easy to get.
You have to find the grants that you are eligible for and that you meet the criteria for as far as what they’re focusing is.
Nichole Henry
- You will have an established budget, regardless of the amount of money that you have coming in, and then you apply for grant funds that will cover certain portions of that budget.
- Grants cover portions of your overall cost.
- Grants have guidelines: what are your expected outcomes from these finances? What will you use these funds for, and what will the outcome look like?
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. * Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn and email her at nmastershenry@gmail.com * Check out Nonprofit AF
Check out these additional resources:* Starting A Non-Profit – Part 1 with Nicole Henry | GP 148 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post Starting A Non-Profit – Part 2 with Nichole Henry | GP 149 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Is there a service that you know your community needs? Are you inspired to provide practical and hands-on assistance to those that need it? Where would you start with launching a non-profit to sustain your community?
In the first episode of this two podcast series, LaToya Smith speaks about starting a non-profit with Nichole Henry.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesIs managing your practice stressing you out? Try TherapyNotes! It makes notes, billing, scheduling, and telehealth a whole lot easier.
Check it out and you will quickly see why TherapyNotes is the highest-rated EHR on TrustPilot with over 1000 verified customer reviews and an average customer rating of 4.9/5 stars.
You’ll notice the difference from the first day you sign up for a trial. They offer live phone support 7 days a week, so when you have questions, you can quickly reach someone who can help, and you are never wasting your time looking for answers.
If you are coming from another EHR, they make the transition really easy. TherapyNotes will import your clients’ demographic data free of charge during your trial so you can get going right away.
Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. Make 2022 the best year yet with TherapyNotes.
Meet Nichole HenryNichole is the Chief Services Officer of SafeHaven, a family violence center. Nichole oversees all of the agency’s victim services, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, crisis hotline, children’s programming, case management, and counseling programming.
Nichole, a Fort Worth native, has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and Master of Arts degree in professional counseling from Texas Wesleyan. She has more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit work.
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn and email her at nmastershenry@gmail.com
In This Podcast* Why start a non-profit? * A passion project versus a non-profit * The first steps to creating your non-profit
Why start a non-profit?Most people want to launch a non-profit to make a difference in their community.
I also think people start a non-profit because they think [to] do that thing [that will help] and provide that service to the community, they have to have this formalized entity.
Nichole Henry
You need to think about your “why”:
- Why do you want to start your non-profit?
- What is it that you want to provide to your community?
- How do you want to provide this service to the community?
- What do you hope the impact will be?
- Is this a part of your passion project?
A passion project versus a non-profit
You have to think deeply. Is this something you just like to do, and you can contribute and donate … [but] if it’s more than that, what gets you over that point to say, “Okay, this is something I’m wholeheartedly committed to doing?”
LaToya Smith
As a therapist, there will be many things that you care about and want to contribute towards.
However, when you decide that you want to do something about the thing that you care for, you need to understand at which level you are going to commit to it.
To launch a successful and impactful non-profit takes a lot of dedication, commitment, and hard work, so you need to be ready for that and want to do it to make great change happen in your community.
The first steps to creating your non-profit1 – Go to the Secretary of State’s website and read up on the information on non-profits
2 – File a certificate of formation
3 – Submit your non-profit address and name
4 – Identify at least three people that are going to be on your board
5 – Have your by-laws in place for how you are going to manage your organization
Google is our friend. We have to be careful with Google, but if we’re smart with it [then] we can find examples and samples… also, reach out to people that you know that have non-profits and ask them, “Can I see your by-laws?”
Nichole Henry
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. * Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn and email her at nmastershenry@gmail.com
Check out these additional resources:* “How To Create A Vision and Mission Statement” with Nichole Henry | GP 147 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post Starting A Non-Profit – Part 1 with Nicole Henry | GP 148 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Have you struggled with figuring out your vision and mission statements? Why do you need values to help you have direction in your work? Why should you write down your vision?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about how to create a vision and mission statement with Nichole Henry.
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Meet Nichole HenryNichole is the Chief Services Officer of SafeHaven, a family violence center. Nichole oversees all of the agency’s victim services, including emergency shelter, transitional housing, crisis hotline, children’s programming, case management, and counseling programming.
Nichole, a Fort Worth native, has a Bachelor’s degree in psychology and Master of Arts degree in professional counseling from Texas Wesleyan. She has more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit work.
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn and email her at nmastershenry@gmail.com
In This Podcast* The difference between a vision and a mission statement * How to develop your vision and mission statements * Define your path * Assess your process
The difference between a vision and a mission statementYour vision statement is a brief statement that defines your desires.
It’s that dream, that big dream … “I want to see healthy children in [my community], I want to see 100% graduation rate from the high school in my neighborhood” … it’s the big overarching dream that [you] want to see [for the world].
Nichole Henry
Your vision statement is what you write up that describes your big dream and desire for the world, and what you want to see changed for the better.
To bring this dream to fruition, your mission statement is how you are going to work on and create this dream in reality.
How to develop your vision and mission statements
It is hard to sometimes put our dream into words, that’s what’s hard. Creating the statements [in our minds] is not difficult … sometimes we have these big dreams we’ve been wanting to do and accomplish but we haven’t really taken the time to sit down and really think it through and what those dreams mean and what it [could] look like.
Nichole Henry
Writing down your vision and mission statements is essential because they help you to put a structure and a direction to your goals.
1 – Write your dream down as it sits in your mind
2 – Don’t limit your dream or let fear stop you from thinking about what it could take to be brought into reality
3 – Writing it down is the first step to accomplishing the dream!
Define your pathIf your vision statement is the dream destination, your mission statement is the path that you will take to get there.
This is where your values come in because they must bring you back on track.
Your vision is your ultimate destination, your mission is the driver, and your [values] are the vehicle.
Nichole Henry
Your path is also defined by your skillset which becomes part of your mission.
You define what it is that you want to do, and then you lay out how you will do it with your skills, and your values will guide how you complete this work to achieve the dream.
Assess your processWrap up the core of your vision and mission statements with a strategic plan that you can come back and assess at least once a year – twice a year is best.
Every year at the end of your year, you should have outcomes and impact statements and a way of measuring the impact that you’ve had [throughout] the year. [Ask yourself], “Did we accomplish the goals that we set out in the beginning?” You should always be evaluating yourself.
Nichole Henry
Continual assessment is a great way for you to keep pruning and checking your progress and to make sure that you’re still on the track that you want to be on, and strive towards.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* If you’re ready to get started or just want to learn more about how Brighter Vision can help you grow your practice, head on over to brightervision.com/joe. * Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn and email her at nmastershenry@gmail.com
Check out these additional resources:* “People pleasing is not your superpower!” with Christalyn Howard | GP 146 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
The post “How To Create A Vision and Mission Statement” with Nichole Henry | GP 147 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you have good intentions but then end up always putting yourself last? Have you been stuck in a people-pleasing cycle that is detrimental to you and the success of your business? Can you make yourself a priority without feeling guilty?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about the fact that people-pleasing is not your superpower with Christalyn Howard.
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If you are coming from another EHR, they make the transition really easy. TherapyNotes will import your clients’ demographic data free of charge during your trial so you can get going right away.
Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. Make 2022 the best year yet with TherapyNotes.
Meet Christalyn HowardChristalyn Howard is a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina. Christalyn has 13 years of experience helping adults and adolescents improve their mental health. Since 2018 through her practice Carolina Counseling, Christalyn has supported women who silently suffer from overwhelming sadness, worry, stress, and fear. Through one-on-one Counseling, Mental Wellness Coaching, and Support Groups Christalyn empowers women to break free from the pressure to be perfect and please everyone so that they can confidently make decisions in their personal and professional lives to create the happiness and success they desire without feeling guilty.
Visit Carolina Counseling and connect on Facebook and Instagram.
FREEBIE: Free Affirmations Guide to Overcome Pleasers
In This Podcast* How people-pleasing can impact private practice owners * Unlearn grad school teachings * Your first steps * Do you want everybody to always be happy?
How people-pleasing can impact private practice owners
If you’re [people-pleasing as] the owner of the [group] practice, you’re not demonstrating what a healthy work lifestyle looks like.
Christalyn Howard
People-pleasing in private practice owners – and therapists in general – can look like this:
- Taking on any type of clients, even if you do not have the direct experience or the desire to work well with them
- Being too flexible in your schedule to make time for them
- Being available for contact at all hours
This combination is a direct pathway to burnout.
Unlearn grad school teachings
The setup is, especially for those of us who left [grad] school and went straight into a government or agency job … you’ve got to see everybody, and [that] you have to help everyone, and I know that conditions us to have this need to please.
Christalyn Howard
The chances are that you didn’t know that you could be selective with your clients if you just took what grad school teaches therapists at face value, or went straight into an agency job.
You can structure your work-life balance as it suits you, and you can structure your business as it suits you too.
Be selective with your clients, not only because it makes you a better therapist to work with people that you feel comfortable and knowledgeable with, but also because it’s better for the success of your private practice!
Your first steps1 – Add yourself to your to-do list, and put yourself into your schedule.
When you are planning your week, make sure to block out some time that’s dedicated just to you.
2 – Find an accountability partner.
Create a connection with a fellow therapist where you can encourage one another to stick to your priorities, one of which is yourself, and discuss when you may be struggling.
3 – Get your own therapist.
See a therapist for yourself and your personal development because your private life can impact your professional one.
What’s the why? What’s the reason why I do this? I’m adding myself to my schedule, and my calendar, so that I can have what I need to be able to show up for my clients … or my family.
Christalyn Howard
Do you want everybody to always be happy?Do you put the near-impossible expectation on yourself to make sure that everyone around you is always happy?
Ask yourself: when did you get this power? Because it’s not possible – there is no way to control the happiness of everybody else.
Why in the world do I think that I’m able to control the mood of everyone else? I don’t have that kind of power. Those are the kind of hard questions I ask my clients, [and] those are the kind of hard questions I have to be intentional with asking myself.
Christalyn Howard
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached. * Visit practiceofthepractice.com/nextlevelpractice * Visit Carolina Counseling and connect on Facebook and Instagram.
Check out these additional resources:* Growing Your Practice with Couples Intensives with Carole Cullen | GP 144 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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What is considered a good return on investment? How can you develop and stay on brand in your new private practice? Which great lessons have you learned that you can build on from today?
In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about the three key takeaways from Practice of the Practice membership communities with Chris McMullen.
Podcast Sponsor: Therapy NotesIs managing your practice stressing you out? Try TherapyNotes! It makes notes, billing, scheduling, and telehealth a whole lot easier.
Check it out and you will quickly see why TherapyNotes is the highest-rated EHR on TrustPilot with over 1000 verified customer reviews and an average customer rating of 4.9/5 stars.
You’ll notice the difference from the first day you sign up for a trial. They offer live phone support 7 days a week, so when you have questions, you can quickly reach someone who can help, and you are never wasting your time looking for answers.
If you are coming from another EHR, they make the transition really easy. TherapyNotes will import your clients’ demographic data free of charge during your trial so you can get going right away.
Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. Make 2022 the best year yet with TherapyNotes.
Meet Chris McMullenChris is a licensed professional counselor and the group practice owner of Anew Counseling.
Early in his adolescence, Chris was keenly aware of the suffering around him. He quickly realized that people needed real skills and tools to help them overcome life issues and painful problems, and he could not wait to offer help. Since committing to the call of being a counselor, Chris has looked forward to the day of opening his own practice. He is now living that dream.
Visit Anew Counseling and connect on Facebook and LinkedIn. Email Chris at: chris@anewcounselingdfw.com
In This Podcast* Return on investment * Staying on brand * The importance of culture
Return on investmentA good return on investment is not only true for money, but also for time and energy.
That’s where I try to generalize it, and that works for me [because] it’s not to just renegade it to money … but how it infiltrates all areas of my practice.
Chris McMullen
Great ROIs help you to see that the value that you put into something is not only relevant in one area, but across multiple.
For Chris and other new group practice owners, signing up for Next Level Practice became a great return on the investment.
Staying on brand
With your niche, you had to [stay on brand] especially if you want to build a brand that focuses on this, you bring in therapists that understand trauma, understand addiction, [and] the importance of recovery.
LaToya Smith
Work with clinicians and consultants that help you to develop and stay on your brand. The authenticity of your practice comes from you working directly with your passions, so find people that encourage you to do so and show you how to do it best.
The importance of cultureStaying on brand is key to creating a great culture, and this culture will be appreciated both by your clinicians and your clients.
One of the things that I took to heart was creating a culture that is connected to the practice’s values, what drives us … because without laying that out, the day defines you, the client defines you versus you defining it.
LaToya Smith
Develop the culture that you want to have present within your practice and hire people that identify and embody the values that support this culture.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:* Visit Anew Counseling and connect on Facebook and LinkedIn. Email Chris at: chris@anewcounselingdfw.com * Use promo code ‘JOE’ to get three free months to try out TherapyNotes, no strings attached, and remember, telehealth is included with every subscription free. * Visit practiceofthepractice.com/nextlevelpractice * Check out gusto.com/joe and receive some free months for your payroll solutions * Sign up for Group Practice Launch in March 2023 * Visit practiceofthepractice.com/apply to find your best-fit consultant
Check out these additional resources:* Growing Your Practice with Couples Intensives with Carole Cullen | GP 144 * Practice of the Practice Network * Group Practice Launch * Group Practice Boss: www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss $149 a month * PoP Group Practice Owners Facebook Group * Free resources to help you start, grow, and scale * Work with us * Practice of the Practice Network
Meet LaToya SmithLaToya is a consultant with Practice of the Practice and the owner of LCS Counseling and Consulting Agency in Fortworth Texas. She firmly believes that people don’t have to remain stuck in their pain or the place they became wounded. In addition to this, LaToya encourages her clients to be active in their treatment and work towards their desired outcome.
She has also launched Strong Witness which is a platform designed to connect, transform, and heal communities through the power of storytelling.
Visit LaToya’s website. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, Strong Witness Instagram, and Twitter.
Apply to work with LaToya.
Email her at latoya@practiceofthepractice.com
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Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed in your business? Can you structure it around your personal schedule instead of bending yourself to suit it?...
The post Darlene Hawley, Business Coach, on Creating a Business That Fits Your Life | GP 72 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What does it take to create a workplace culture? How does the culture inform the business? Can you bring the workplace culture into remote-working?...
The post Karyn Ezell, Leadership Coach, on How to Create a Workplace Culture | GP 71 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How does your personal healing journey impact your business growth? Do you have fear around your success? What are some outdated ideas that hold...
The post Nicole Lewis-Keeber on How Your Trauma Affects Your Business: Part 2 of 2 | GP 70 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Did you know that your inner emotional world or trauma affects your business? Might you be reacting to the business world from past traumas...
The post Nicole Lewis-Keeber on How Your Trauma Affects Your Business: Part 1 of 2 | GP 69 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How do you keep your mindset well balanced, while getting your solo practice running? Which system is best for payroll: accountants or websites? How...
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How can you market your practice without opening your niche too much? What is a way to attract clinicians who share the values of...
The post Live Consulting with Katy Rader | GP 67 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How many hours should your new clinician work to make it feasible for you as the group practice owner? How do you navigate payroll...
The post Live Consulting Session with Rachelle Fong | GP 66 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you have questions about how to structure PTO for your clinicians? Are you a group practice owner wanting to hire or transfer clinicians...
The post Live Consulting Session with Dr. Andrea Brandon | GP 65 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How does a group practice owner create a sustainable work environment and motivational work culture? What are some benefits that group practice owners can...
The post Live Consulting Session with Bren Shantz | GP 64 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Is your group practice expanding to the point where you may need to hire a Chief Operations Officer? What does a Chief Operations Officer...
The post What Does a Chief Operations Officer Do? | GP 63 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
After the pandemic, what are some trends to be aware of that are circulating in the private practice world? Should you do telehealth or...
The post Current Trends in Private Practice with Whitney Owens | GP 62 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you moving your practice into the virtual space? What can you do to reset your phone service to reach each clinician as usual?...
The post Greg Standerfer Answers all of Your Questions About Phone Systems | GP 61 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Is it possible to grow your practice too quickly? How do you handle office space when half of your clinicians are doing telehealth while...
The post Common Questions from Group Practice Owners | GP 60 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Is your private practice insurance-based? Should you credential your group with an NPI1 or an NPI2? What are some important mistakes to avoid when...
The post Kym Tolson Teaches Therapists How to Successfully Bill Insurance | GP 59 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you considering adding testing to your private practice? What type of testing should you consider for the benefit of your clients and your...
The post Dr. Jeremy Sharp on How to Have a Co-Located Practice | GP 58 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you looking to grow your group practice and hire another clinician? What are the benefits of having a multiple-step hiring process? Why is...
The post 5 Tips for Hiring the Right Fit Clinician for Your Practice | GP 57 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can interns help grow your group practice? What are some marketing tips can you follow if you run a self-pay practice? Should you...
The post How Carole Cullen Created a Self-Pay Couples Therapy Group Practice | GP 56 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can you niche down in your practice, from specializing to the building space? What systems can you use to evaluate a potential new...
The post Katie May on Creating a Niche Group Practice | GP 55 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Why should you hire administrative staff just before you can afford them? Can fluidity in your systems make them more stable and adaptive? How...
The post Rob Magill shares Advice on How to Start a Group Practice | GP 54 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Can counseling become more effective when it includes physical wellness alongside therapeutic treatment? How does a holistic group practice find the best fitting clinicians?...
The post Maria Spada has a Holistic Mental Health Group Practice | GP 53 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What are some common hurdles that practice owners face when going from solo to group? What benefits does your practice enjoy when you collaborate...
The post Christy Pennison on Struggling Solo to a Successful Group Practice in One Year | GP 52 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Does your private practice need a system reboot to clean up loose ends and run more smoothly? What red flags do you need to...
The post An Interview with Online Business Manager and Simple Practice Expert, Frances Harvey | GP 51 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Have you ever used or considered using Instagram to market your group practice? What are some common mistakes that group practice owners make with...
The post Whitney Goodman on Using Instagram to Market Your Group Practice | GP 50 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you wanting to evolve your practice to attract clinicians and clients alike? What can you do to create a powerful and compassionate workspace...
The post Beverley Boothe on Running Two Different Group Practices | GP 49 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can you recalculate the business services you have into creating something new to work with? What other services can you provide with your...
The post Kate Fisch on Building a Group Practice and then Starting Other Businesses | GP 48 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Thinking about setting goals for the New Year? What professional advice can you follow to set goals for yourself and your practice that will...
The post Michelle Hardman on Setting Goals for the New Year | GP 47 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What are some professional predictions to keep in mind for 2021 that could help your private practice grow? How can private practice owners adapt...
The post Trends in Private Practice and Predictions for 2021, with Allison Puryear | GP 46 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What does it mean for businesses and private practices to be truly inclusive? How can private practices draw the best clients towards them through...
The post LaToya Smith on Building Diverse and Inclusive Group Practices | GP 45 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can updating the branding give you a fresh feel to an existing practice? Can the previous owner assist you in the transition? What...
The post The Benefits and Challenges of Buying an Existing Group Practice, with Kami and Porter Macey – Part 2 | GP 44 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you considering purchasing an already existing group practice? What are some of the challenges you might face? How can you work towards creating...
The post The Benefits and Challenges of Buying an Existing Group Practice, with Kami and Porter Macey – Part 1 | GP 43 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Want some tips from a professional on how to properly organize your practice for efficiency? How can you create a private practice that grows...
The post How Ken Clark Built One of the Fastest Growing Private Practices in America | GP 42 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you thinking about expanding your private practice? How can hiring an assistant help you manage the admin aspect? What are some of the...
The post What Can an Administrative Assistant Do For Your Practice? | GP 41 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you interested in structuring your business around your daily life, instead of constantly stretching your life around your business? What are some practices...
The post How to Design Your Business to Fit Your Lifestyle | GP 40 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a therapist wanting to expand your repertoire? How can you convert your theoretical skills into the spoken word? What programs can you...
The post Dr. Laura Louis Helps Therapists Book Paid Speaking Gigs | GP 39 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a group practice owner who wants to free up more time from working at your practice? It may not seem possible right...
The post Scaling Up Your Group Practice and Reducing Your Work Hours, Part 2 | GP 38 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a group practice owner who wants to free up more time from working at your practice? It may not seem possible right...
The post Scaling Up Your Group Practice and Reducing Your Work Hours, Part 1 | GP 37 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
As a business owner, you likely struggle with time management. You’re curious about some tips that can help you to efficiently handle the long...
The post Brittany Schank on How to Grow Multiple Streams of Income and Be a Group Practice Owner | GP 36 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a group practice owner seeking to straighten out some financial admin? What are some of the best ways of saving money while...
The post Gordon Brewer on How he Switched his Contractors to W2 Employees | GP 35 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you interested in growing your group practice? What are some of the foundations of a successful group practice? What are some important aspects...
The post 10 Things I Learned From Running a Group Practice the Past 5 Years | GP 34 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a group practice owner that wants to learn some tips on how to expand? What are some of the common mistakes that...
The post 5 Mistakes Made By Group Practice Owners | GP 33 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Would you like to expand the services of your group practice? Are you interested in learning about the most recently developed technology in medicine?...
The post Blueprint Health: A Tool to Provide Measurement Based Care for Group Practices | GP 32 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you considering joining a group practice? Do you want to learn more about how to be a successful couples therapist? What are some...
The post Nancy Ryan and Dana McNeil started The Confident Couples Therapist | GP 31 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you looking for tried and tested business advice? What are some best-selling tips and tricks for running a group practice? How can you...
The post 10 Business Books that Have Changed the Way I Run My Group Practice | GP 30 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What changes should you make as your practice expands? How can you go about hiring more staff and delegating? What should you consider when...
The post Dr. Rachel Needle on Buying an Office Building and Running a Group Practice | GP 29 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you thinking about moving away but still keeping your practice? What are the logistics for managing a practice remotely? How has COVID-19 influenced...
The post Dr. Megan Warner on How to Manage a Group Practice from Another State | GP 28 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you considering selling your practice? What things should you think about before selling your practice? How should you model your practice in order...
The post John Clarke Sold His Group Practice and is Starting a New One | GP 27 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What are some suggestions for starting and running your group practice? How should you go about managing your group practice’s finances? Are there adjustments...
The post Whitney Owens and Alison Pidgeon Answer Your Most Pressing Questions about Group Practice | GP 26 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a married couple trying to navigate running a practice together? What makes a group practice a good place to work? How can...
The post Peter Wyngaard and Dr. Susan Danielson on Running a Group Practice as a Married Couple | GP 25 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How has COVID-19 affected your group practice? What long term goals should you be setting to make sure that your business remains successful during...
The post Pivot Your Group Practice Intensive 2020 with Whitney Owens and Alison Pidgeon | GP Bonus Episode appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Who is Dr. Christiana Awosan? How can you create a safe space in your practice to discuss racial trauma? How has the Black Lives...
The post Dr. Christiana Awosan Started a Group Practice That Addresses Racial Trauma | GP 24 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What is the difference between a media advisory and a press release? How should you prepare for TV news or newspaper interview? What should...
The post How to get Media Attention for Your Practice with Dave Pidgeon – Part 2 | GP 23 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Why is media attention so important for your practice? Where should you start when trying to get media attention? What should you absolutely avoid...
The post How to get Media Attention for Your Practice with Dave Pidgeon – Part 1 | GP 22 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you in a relationship with the yin to your yang? How can your different roles in the relationship help each other in private...
The post Brandy and Billy Eldridge are a Power Couple with a Podcast | GP 21 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you a group practice owner? Have you considered transitioning to an online practice? What things do you need to consider before making the...
The post Dr. Lisa Lovelace Started an Online Group Therapy Practice | GP 20 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can you train your clinicians to be better therapists? Do you or any of your clinicians suffer from imposter syndrome? Have you identified...
The post Aaron Potratz Helps Clinicians to Provide the Best Services | GP 19 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Is getting a mortgage from the bank the best way to finance commercial property? Should you invest in a turnkey building or should you...
The post 5 Things I Learned from Buying an Office Building | GP 18 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you starting a group practice? Should you hire 1099s or W2s? What is the difference? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks to...
The post Whitney and Alison Talk about 1099’s vs. W2’s in Group Practice | GP 17 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you thinking about starting a group practice? Should you look at finding a niche? Do you want some advice from someone who has...
The post Interview with Juan Santos: Group Practice owner, YouTuber, and E-course Creator | GP 16 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you considering hiring a virtual assistant? What do you need to do before onboarding them? How do you train them? In this podcast...
The post Tips on Hiring and Training a Virtual Assistant with James Marland: Part 3 | GP 15 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you considering hiring a virtual assistant? What do you need to do to make sure you get the right person? How can you...
The post Tips on Hiring and Training a Virtual Assistant with James Marland: Part 2 | GP 14 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Is it worth hiring a Virtual Assistant? How will a Virtual Assistant benefit your practice? Do you think you can do it all yourself?...
The post Tips on Hiring and Training a Virtual Assistant with James Marland: Part 1 | GP 13 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you know what a business broker is and how could they help you if you are looking to sell your business? What are...
The post Frank Arcoleo on How To Sell Your Business | GP 12 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What should you consider when starting a group practice? How can you refine your hiring process? Why should you hire someone who is humble,...
The post Susan Doak, Group Practice Owner Has Great Tips on Hiring | GP 11 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What does it mean to put profit first? What are some mistakes business owners make when it comes to profit? How can you implement...
The post Four-Part Series with Accountant Julie Herres, Part 4: “Profit First” in Private Practice | GP 10 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How do you decide on compensation for your employees? What can you do if you are currently paying your clinicians too much? Should you...
The post Four-Part Series with Accountant Julie Herres, Part 3: Compensation Structures In Group Practice | GP 09 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you know the difference between a budget and a forecast? How do you start setting up a budget? Are there budgeting mistakes you...
The post Four-Part Series with Accountant Julie Herres, Part 2: Budgeting and Forecasting for Your Group Practice | GP 08 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How can you continue servicing clients in your group practice during the Coronavirus Pandemic? What do you need to do in order to get...
The post How to Pivot Your Group Practice During the Coronavirus Pandemic | GP 07 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you fear looking at your financial situation? How do you structure your finances to ensure that you’re bringing in enough money? Can looking...
The post Four-Part Series with Accountant Julie Herres, Part 1: Getting Your Head Out of the Sand about Your Practice Financials | GP 06 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What are the best SEO tips for group practices? What are some helpful marketing strategies for group practices? How can you understand SEO better?...
The post Jessica Tappana and SEO Tips for Group Practices | GP 05 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
What does marketing a group practice look like? How do you make your practice profitable? What business model should I look at with a...
The post Marketing Tips for a Group Practice with Amanda Patterson | GP 04 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
How do you become a group practice co-owner? Where do you start when building a group practice? How is being a group practice co-owner...
The post Meet Group Practice Co-owner and Podcaster John Dennis | GP 03 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Are you interested in a telehealth group practice? Where do you start? What software is needed? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with...
The post How Jeff Chicoski Started a Telehealth Group Practice | GP 02 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.
Do you want to start a group practice? Or perhaps you’d like to grow a group practice? Where do you start to grow a...
The post Introduction to the Grow A Group Practice Podcast | GP 01 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.