
Where to Spend Your Time in Your Counseling Practice
How do you spend your time in your private practice? Where do you put your time in? What is the most effective use of…
Read MoreHow do you spend your time in your private practice? Where do you put your time in? What is the most effective use of…
Read MoreDo you have a long to-do list and just feel overwhelmed by it all? How are you prioritizing your tasks every day? What if…
Read MoreHow is it possible that we are already halfway through the year?! Time sure does fly when you’re having fun. May was jam-packed with…
Read MoreThe 6 Horizons of Focus Ground: Calendar/actions This is the ground floor – the huge volume of actions and information you currently have to…
Read MoreWhen it comes to private practice offices, there is a delicate balance to achieve. This is because you not only have to create a…
Read MoreWhen we think about setting goals for our business, our practice, we can look at that as the first step. Then it is important…
Read MoreMy business celebrated its first birthday in February. Note that I didn’t say my business celebrated its first year in operation. Gratitude is a…
Read MoreI’ve touched on before some of the more important lessons I learned in starting my own private practice. One of the most important decisions…
Read MoreWhen you see it, you can’t unsee. It is literally everywhere. I’ll tell you what I’m talking about in a second. First, think back…
Read MoreMy passion within this field, as I am sure it is for many of you, is providing high-quality care. When transitioning my solo practice…
Read MoreApril has flown by in the blink of an eye. And as usual, it has been jam-packed. On the podcast, we had a series…
Read MoreHave you been considering moving from a solo to group practice? Do you know what this change will entail? How much more financially viable…
Read MoreMost people are not in the market to buy a private counseling practice. Most people are not having a casual conversation about the possibility…
Read MoreOver the course of watching some of the greats in private practice operate, I’ve concluded that they stick out because they aren’t following the…
Read MoreWhy should you focus on getting your ideal client? Do you know how to attract your ideal client? How can identifying and attracting your…
Read MoreAre you just starting your private practice and are not sure how to get more referrals? You’ve got your website set up and are…
Read MoreMaybe you’re at the point in your practice where you have more potential clients that need your service than the time or space to…
Read MoreAre you struggling with figuring out how to set your rates in private practice? Not sure how often you can raise your rates? Want…
Read MoreYour logo represents the face of your practice. It shows up on your website and business cards. It reflects who you are and what…
Read MoreHow much time should you spend working on your private practice? We might call this time “operational hours.” These are hours like networking, building…
Read MoreWhat a great month March was! We launched our 8th cohort with Next Level Practice and we had some wonderful guests on the podcast…
Read MoreAre you struggling to name your business? Feeling overwhelmed by all the things it takes to start a private practice? Do you find yourself…
Read MoreIn general, people are really overwhelmed and busy. Think about who you actually listen to, who do you follow on a regular consistent basis?…
Read MoreHow much time should I spend on my private practice? Should I take insurance in my private practice? How do I set my rates…
Read More2019 is showing no sign of slowing down! February was jam-packed and we covered some great topics such as how to create recurring revenue…
Read MoreIf you run a private practice, then you will understand how stressful it can be at times. After all, you need to look out…
Read MoreHow do you bounce back from a set back that could potentially damage your business? Do you set time aside for those things that…
Read MoreI’ve touched on before some of the more important lessons I learned in starting my own private practice. And I’ve been fortunate enough that…
Read MoreI have a colleague with whom I consult regularly. One of the nice things about this trusting relationship is that I have the space…
Read MoreWhen I first started out on this journey of becoming who I am today, I had no idea what was ahead of me. If…
Read MoreI never considered myself having a mentor until I graduated from high school; I was part of a growing non-profit and this person I…
Read More“In order for any business to succeed, it must first become a system so that the business functions exactly the same way every time…
Read MoreIn this 4 part series we’re going to talk all about: How to slow down How to make it a priority Why it matters…
Read MoreMost counseling practices invest a lot of time and energy in creating a safe and comforting environment in their workplace. For therapists based within…
Read MoreRunning a business is no easy feat and maintaining the success and functionality of your business can be hard work. No matter how old…
Read MoreAnd just like that January is wrapped up! 2019 certainly started off with a bang. Some phenomenal guests were featured on the podcast and…
Read MoreLaunching an idea or new business service in your private practice can be a little nerve-wracking. Simply because you’re challenging the norms of what…
Read MoreDr. Larry Beer is The President of Child and Family Psychological Services which will be celebrating 30 years in 2019. They currently have 43…
Read MoreI’ve previously spoken about some of the most important lessons that I learned starting a private practice. And one of those things I mentioned…
Read MoreIn a previous blog post, I mentioned a formula for success that many successful companies use till this day to get the ball rolling—and…
Read MoreAs online counseling and telemental health becomes more and more popular, there is a growing body of clinical research that supports the effectiveness of…
Read MoreThere’s a whole array of different stuff to focus on in any given business. Never mind a startup or entrepreneurial venture. Especially, a startup…
Read MoreWho here has ever looked at other practice owners and wondered how in the world they are able to run such a smooth and…
Read MoreHow do you brainstorm topics to talk about in your keynote? The first techniques that I love coming up with in a keynote speech…
Read More“A bad system will beat a good person every time” – W. Edwards Deming The importance of building a rock-solid billing system is critical…
Read MoreWe’re covering exactly how you can use public speaking to get more referrals in your private practice or your business. So few people are…
Read MoreHiring additional clinicians as 1099 independent contractors is a great way to add additional revenue to your private practice. Depending on your location there…
Read MoreDigital marketing is super important since we’ve moved into a more digital world. This will create a much better situation for yourself, and for…
Read MoreNowadays, most people would agree that business growth is a necessity as opposed to an option. However, in order to take your company to…
Read MoreWhen it comes to growing your business online, there are so many different strategies and tactics out there being promoted as the right ones….
Read MoreIn the month of December we looked at social media and blogging for your practice, how to handle sales negotiations and first steps to…
Read MoreSomething that has helped me in my practice is implementing a few systems for when a potential client calls or emails me for a…
Read MoreCreating a well designed website for your private practice is very important in marketing your practice online. It is the business card and face…
Read MoreStruggling to identify your target market or craft the perfect marketing message? Maybe you’ve already done this but you’re not sure how to capture…
Read MoreIt goes without saying that a counselling practice must place ethics at the forefront of its operations. When dealing with psychologically and emotionally vulnerable…
Read MoreYou’ve heard the pitch before: “Do you want to be successful? Are you tired of living a mediocre life and are feeling stuck? Well,…
Read MoreWhen you have a private practice, marketing and networking is key, whether in-person or through social media. Either way, you are looking to get…
Read MoreWhere do you need to stretch? I was recently having a discussion with a group of people about what their “growth edge” was from…
Read MoreSeveral tips for private practices to successfully manage remote teams. One definitely needs to see them all in order to select the one that…
Read MoreOnce you establish your online counseling practice, your next step is to attract new clients through marketing. Fortunately, marketing your online practice is very…
Read MoreGoogle launched their online advertising platform nearly 18 years ago and up until recently, it was called Google Adwords. It has now been changed…
Read MoreHow familiar are you with conversational copywriting? Do you struggle to write in your own authentic voice? What if imperfection was the key to…
Read MoreSales negotiation can be a high-stress experience and many sellers feel daunted when they hear “you’re too expensive” from a potential client, afraid to…
Read MoreFor some medical professionals, it’s the ultimate dream to start your own private practice. All through medical school you could be waiting for the…
Read MoreThe decision to start a private practice can be an anxiety ridden one for most therapists. Many therapists come to me saying things like,…
Read MoreAs I have begun to build my practice this past year, something that is clear, and I’m sure resonates with everyone here, is the…
Read MoreTruth be told, I never really considered opening up my own private practice. It was always an interest of mine to work in a…
Read More“What is it like being Jeremy’s assistant?”… is one of the most abhorrent questions Kathryn is asked on a regular basis. We tell people…
Read MoreAre you starting, growing or scaling your practice? Are you a specialist or a generalist? Do you know how important it is to slow…
Read MoreIn talking with numerous pre- and provisionally-licensed clinicians, I’ve found there are several misconceptions about getting into a private practice while being pre-licensed. These…
Read MoreYou need to stop volunteering. I’m serious, it’s draining you. You think it’s making an impact, but it’s not. In fact, you might be…
Read MoreIn the month of November we tackled topics such as how to market yourself as a consultant, how to run an online counseling practice…
Read MoreIn my previous article“The Unplanned Day of Networking” I recounted a day I took advantage of random encounters as opposed to actively overextending myself…
Read MoreDo you have an attorney who understands business law in your state? Do you have safeguards in place to protect yourself online? Have you…
Read MoreA great way to increase the visibility of your practice and increase your clients is by networking. This can be carried out either in-person…
Read MoreStarting a private practice is exciting! It can also be daunting, overwhelming and exhausting. The concept is simple: rent a space, hold therapy sessions…
Read MoreDo you have something to teach your clients? Have your ever thought about creating an online course? What could you teach audience and how…
Read MoreWhen you look at marketing yourself as a consultant you should look at: What you already have set up. Growing your specialty – this…
Read MoreAre you wanting to improve your Google ranking? Q&A was part of Next Level Practice, the most supportive community for therapists starting a private…
Read MoreThis article could be a fear-based narrative about how important staying connected with other professionals is for you in private practice. We could look…
Read MoreDo you know the in’s and out’s of your income statement? Are you too afraid to look at the numbers because they don’t make…
Read MoreOne of the greatest challenges that startups and small business owners face is a low marketing budget. Even when you don’t have funds for…
Read MoreAre you working full-time, but starting a private practice on the side? Q&A was part of Next Level Practice, the most supportive community for…
Read MoreAre you thinking about starting your own online private practice? Are you feeling nervous or uncertain about how best to get started? Not sure…
Read MoreAssuming you have an email list, you have some sort of inbound marketing, you’ve grown a specialty and an audience, now it’s time to…
Read MoreI became accustomed to living in gray, both in my worldview and in my professional life. Then I was hired as an independent contractor…
Read MoreAre you starting or growing your private practice? Struggling to find resources for your practice all over the web? Have you ever heard of…
Read MoreDo you run workshops as part of your private practice, but you aren’t sure how to market them? Q&A was part of Next Level…
Read MoreOne of the biggest questions that I get asked is ‘how do I set my fees for consulting?’ What Are You Already Making? If…
Read MoreAre you living a legendary life? What sort of entrepreneur are you? Are you designing your own life? In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok…
Read MoreThere I was, having the same kinds of nightmares I ask my clients about. A week before, I had just witnessed my client in…
Read MoreAs an entrepreneur, do you focus on the problem or the solution? Do you think that being ‘different’ is a negative thing? What sets…
Read MoreHow familiar are you with the term ‘niche’? How do you differentiate your business or the way you run it? Do you believe in…
Read MoreI love using Instagram stories to share information about my practice and my services. I want to share a small breakdown of how I…
Read MoreMaking the decision to go into private practice is an anxiety inducing endeavor. In my experience consulting with a number of therapists over the…
Read MoreIn the month of October we had a diversity of articles talking about how to decorate your office with purpose to using a virtual…
Read MoreAre you wanting to get involved in online counseling? Q&A was part of Next Level Practice, the most supportive community for therapists starting a…
Read MoreSome people may consider networking to be a necessary evil in the professional world. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Occasionally opportunities…
Read MoreWhat is consulting? We hear this all over the place in the business world but what is consulting really? So often we hear the…
Read MoreAre you dreaming of starting your own group practice? Not sure about how to get started? Keen to hear from someone who did it…
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