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I know I am not stating anything other than the obvious when I say that our country is facing a mental health crisis. In…
Read MoreI know I am not stating anything other than the obvious when I say that our country is facing a mental health crisis. In…
Read MoreI’m going to get down to it right away, there are some myths about Friday that we have to undo. To save you time,…
Read MoreDid you know that we have a podcast network? This is a family of podcasts that will change the world! We’ve round up our…
Read MoreThe summer months are nearing an end and it seems states are beginning to reopen. Sadly, Slow Down School was canceled, but we hope…
Read MoreI have created some helpful tips to create passive income for your practice. In this article, I will be going over steps 6 and…
Read MoreI have created some helpful tips to create passive income for your practice. In this article, I will be going over steps 4 and…
Read MoreI recall hearing over and over again during my graduate school studies that when it came to therapy, self-disclosure was not allowed. There was…
Read MoreDid you know that we have a podcast network? This is a family of podcasts that will change the world! We’ve round up our…
Read MoreOur nation is enduring a double pandemic. We went from a global health pandemic, COVID-19 to a racial pandemic which is taking a toll…
Read MoreThis year has continued to horrify, with each month bringing more tragedy and heartbreak. Every morning I read posts saying therapists will be busier…
Read MoreDid you know that we have a podcast network? This is a family of podcasts that will change the world! We’ve round up our…
Read MoreDid you know that we have a podcast network? This is a family of podcasts that will change the world! We’ve round up our…
Read MoreWhat is Telehealth, and how are we as clinical professionals to use this lawfully in our practice? These questions have become more of a…
Read MoreSocial distancing by definition means a lot of loss and with a loss we have grief. When we stay away from the life we’ve…
Read MoreWith the current Coronavirus Pandemic upon us I wanted to share some thoughts on the opportunities this creates for healing within. I don’t want…
Read MoreWith the effects of coronavirus directly or indirectly impacting our lives, it appears that many of us will be spending more time at home…
Read MoreIf you weren’t already anxious, it seems like maybe the coronavirus could’ve given you a solid push into the anxiety department of your life….
Read MoreHere are some quick tips on how to talk to your kids about coronavirus (COVID-19). There are more in-depth thoughts following these tips. This…
Read MoreHow much do you really know about the foster care environment? What is it really like for children who are in the system? How…
Read MoreAre you or do you work with families who have kids on the spectrum? What is it really like and what are some things…
Read MoreIs war morally acceptable? How can we better prepare military people for war psychologically? How can therapists be of more value to their veteran clients?
Read MoreHow Many Clients Should You See Per Day In Private Practice? Are you trying to figure out how many people you need to see…
Read MoreStarting up a counseling practice isn’t actually that difficult- maybe you pick a name, get a business license and open a business bank account,…
Read MoreIs your ideal client someone who has been through a trauma and is struggling to transform the negative emotional patterns that have been created?…
Read MoreI always wanted a dog as a child, though asthma and allergies prevented my family from owning anything furry. We had fish, hermit crabs,…
Read MoreAfter 10 months as a solo practice owner, I decided to take the big leap of starting a group practice. I was on an…
Read MoreDo you have a strong-willed child and are planning a vacation but not quite sure where to start? What are some activities that are…
Read MoreHave you ever thought about writing a book? Where would you even start? Keen to hear from someone who has done it all, from…
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 MoreHave you ever wanted to work with the Jewish population? Are there certain things you need to know beforehand? Want to hear from a…
Read MoreOur YouTube series this month is a Star Wars Intergalactial Counseling Edition. We talk to different Star Wars characters and identify their inner turmoil…
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 MoreAre you feeling overwhelmed and wondering how you can do it all without burning out? Is it possible for you to get all the…
Read MoreWe as therapists need to have a way to recharge our batteries on a regular basis. It can be the difference between burnout and…
Read MoreWant to stop fighting? Have you ever been in an “almost car accident?” You almost got sideswiped. Someone was in your blind spot and…
Read MoreAre you managing your time wisely? Do you feel like the more you do, the more you have to get done? What is on…
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 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 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 MoreIf you treat clients who suffer from trauma, you may wonder “What can I have them do outside of session to help?” Besides from…
Read MoreWhat is your belief and understanding of profit within your business? Do you have systems set up so that your business can run on…
Read MoreEver wondered how to go beyond clinical work? Wanting to delve deeper into couples therapy? Needing some advice for becoming a speaker or trainer?…
Read MoreDo you have clear visions for how you want your day, month and year to look like? What would you like to do more…
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 MoreDo you have a morning routine? Could a morning routine be the answer to the start a of a great day? What if you…
Read MoreFeeling stressed and over scheduled?! What new business owner doesn’t feel this way??? Especially when just starting your practice, there are so many things…
Read MoreMost of us wear many hats, often leaving us to feel stretched thin, uninspired and exhausted. As a wife, mother, clinician and business owner,…
Read MoreEver wonder about your clients’ sexual health status? They may bring up sexual issues with you and depending on whether you are qualified to…
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 MoreWhat does happiness and well being mean to you? Are you making decisions daily that maximize your well being? Want to know what you…
Read MoreSometimes we struggle to have good boundaries with clients and can be at risk for compassion-fatigue. In such cases it becomes all the more…
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 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 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 MoreShock and dissociation are connected. This is something not many clinicians think about. The relationship is rich and worthy of being explored. Dissociation is…
Read MoreIs your ideal client adolescents? Q&A was part of Next Level Practice, the most supportive community for therapists starting a private practice. In this video,…
Read MoreWhat do you think of when you hear the word ‘mindfulness’? Does being alone with your thoughts scare you? Have you ever wondered about…
Read MoreHave you ever thought about writing a book but not sure where to start? Do you feel that managing is the same as leading…
Read MoreIn the month of September we had wonderful articles talking about everything from how to deal with no-show clients to how to get your office…
Read MoreDo you have clients who when asked about traumatic experiences tend to get into a lot of detail and emotional activation when describing these…
Read MoreHave you ever heard about hardship evaluation? Wondering whether this is a service you can offer in your own practice? Maybe you have thought…
Read MoreTrying something new for the first time can cause quite a bit of anxiety. I felt pretty anxious before I went to my first…
Read MoreYou have put in hours setting up your private practice, creating marketing materials, networking with other professionals, researching the necessary business tools, setting up…
Read MoreThis is a question I wrestled with for a number of years. Both in my private practice, as well as agency work. When is…
Read MoreCarl plopped down in the chair across from me. “I’m so glad we have an appointment today! I had the worst day at work!…
Read MoreHave you ever thought about intentionally doing something good and wanting to bring about change? What influence does social media have on the way…
Read MoreOften times, whether it’s my clinical work or my consulting work, I see that people are having a hard time taking ownership of the…
Read MoreI was so frustrated with Christina for not putting something back somewhere that I now don’t remember. I said, “I need to go for…
Read MoreEver worked with a client and suddenly gotten a strange reaction from them? Was it almost as if you are seeing a totally different…
Read MoreThere are many perks of being self-employed which is what inspired us to take our first steps of faith in starting our business in…
Read MoreFather’s Day can bring up a variety of emotions. For some, fathers have passed away so it’s a time of remembrance. For others, their…
Read MoreDo you want to grow your practice into a million-dollar practice? Do you know what financial formulas you need to be focusing on? Do…
Read MoreI remember when the economy was in a serious slump. One of my colleagues, who sees only adult clients, commented on how his phones…
Read MoreStarting out in private practice, there are many things to consider. Most of which mental health practitioners did not learn when in graduate school….
Read MoreI want to talk about five money mindsets that to me are essential for you to master. 1. Know What’s Happening With Your Money…
Read MoreAre you wanting to start a private practice, but are fearful to take the leap? Do you want to leave a legacy, but don’t…
Read MoreMental illness comes in degrees. The obvious illnesses that have observable and extreme behaviors are actually a small percentage of the entire spectrum. The…
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what consulting with Joe Sanok is like? Do you wonder whether or not it would be beneficial to your business?…
Read MoreAre you on the verge of burnout? Do you know what steps you can take to avoid burnout? Do you suffer from ‘survivor’s guilt’?…
Read MoreIf you are a therapist in private practice providing play therapy to child clients, you probably are quite familiar with how important it is…
Read MoreYou and money are in a long-term relationship. The courtship started years ago. Perhaps you have early memories of begging for arcade coins, or…
Read MoreWe’ve covered a lot! In Part 1 | The Low-Hanging Fruit, we hit on how to determine your lifestyle goals, looking at the numbers,…
Read MoreAfter returning from winter break, our kids had some issues waking up in the morning for school. If you are a parent or work…
Read MoreIn the last article, we discussed playing bigger and how to keep leveling up. Wasn’t that interview with Christopher awesome?! When I was first…
Read MoreIn the last post, we looked at the blueprint to create “aha” moments, slow down to spark innovation, and then how to actually plan,…
Read MoreAs a therapist who works with kids, teens, and parents, having a bag of tricks is essential. Clients come to a stranger and, almost immediately,…
Read MoreIn the last article, I asked you to reflect and take action where you had missed spots. I hope you went back through so…
Read MoreIn the last post, we covered how to get way more done using the 3E approach I use every day. Is your mind spinning?…
Read MoreIf you didn’t get the paperwork packet, make sure you take some action to get your contracts in order. I know my paperwork has…
Read MoreIn the last post, we discussed how to add a virtual assistant (VA) and that you were going to make a list with three…
Read MoreI am going to make a really bold claim; substance abuse issues are mental health issues. What does this mean you might ask? Often, substance…
Read MoreIn this episode, Joe Sanok speaks about how to go private pay when starting a private practice. Podcast Sponsor Confused by all the advice on…
Read MoreIn the last post, we discussed playing with numbers to add clinicians, raise your rates, and work the same, or less, but still make…
Read MoreYesterday I was blowing leaves in my backyard. I have one of those ridiculously large backpack blowers. As the leaves were dancing across the…
Read MoreIn the last post we discussed looking at your numbers to see where you are spending time, money, and energy. How’d it go? Mindset…
Read MoreIn the last article, your action was to block off time for something outside of your business. I hope you’re already finding some interesting…
Read MoreGraduation day had finally arrived – after 18 straight semesters with no breaks. Taking semesters off just wasn’t an option for me. I wanted to…
Read MoreCome the weekend, I turn off my phone on Friday at noon. No more email, text, or business planning. I keep it on for…
Read MoreLast week, I spoke all about how to understand the competition. Did you do the quick five minute exercise? Where We’re Headed In the…
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