
How Divorce Mediation Training Helped My Co-parenting Counseling
Coparenting counseling / coaching can be awkward, messy, and combative. Divorce Mediation taught me a lot about working through those impasses with divorced couples….
Read MoreCoparenting counseling / coaching can be awkward, messy, and combative. Divorce Mediation taught me a lot about working through those impasses with divorced couples….
Read MoreToday, Joe Sanok speaks with SparkSpace Founder, Mark Henson on sparks of ideas. Podcast Sponsor We’ve created a conference where introverts can get energized and…
Read MoreGoing from a stay-at-home mom: picking up carpools, volunteering at the schools, helping with homework, and cooking dinner; to a single mom starting her…
Read MoreWhen I first started my private pay private practice, I set my rates in a very simple way. I looked at what a few…
Read MoreToday, Joe Sanok speaks with Dr. Megan Warner on how to slow down. Podcast Sponsor We’ve created a conference where introverts can get energized and…
Read More“Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.”…
Read MoreTalking to girls about sex today has changed a lot, since I was a teenager! As a counselor and mom of three daughters, I…
Read MoreAs I was building my business on top of my full-time job, I found myself really stressed. I’d work 40+ hours then do my…
Read MoreToday, Joe Sanok speaks about raccoons in the ceiling and guy from South Korea. Podcast Sponsor Brighter Vision is a turnkey website solution designed to help…
Read MoreToday, Joe Sanok speaks with Roy Huggins about HIPAA and Tech Peace of Mind. Sponsor Head on over to www.wecounsel.com/professional to learn more about the joint partnership…
Read MoreWe’re all setting goals and reflecting on changes we want to make. We do it every year. But how many of us actually achieve…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about 11 books to read with Joe Sanok. In This Podcast: The One Thing The Storyteller’s Secret Talk Like TED Smarter Faster…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about 10 days off with Joe Sanok. In This Podcast: Vacations, let’s talk vacation: Must have a VA set up to not…
Read MoreSorry about the music in the middle of the podcast. The podcast file is corrupted so for some reason I can’t change it. Guess…
Read More2017 is here (almost) and it’s time to make some professional resolutions. As therapists, we are generally really good at telling other people how…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about three slow down steps with Joe Sanok. In This Podcast: Slow down to spark innovation. Tons more coming in 2017 on…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about money mindset with Joe Sanok. In This Podcast: And an awesome money mindset What we were taught and why it’s unhealthy…
Read MoreI had been working with a client for several months on a weekly basis. They (singular pronoun for a person that doesn’t identify as…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about money mindset and epic journeys with Joan Sotkin. Podcast Sponsor Head on over to www.wecounsel.com/professional to learn more about the joint partnership between…
Read MoreIn my work with clients I often teach them the three components of Mindful Self-Compassion. This is based on the work of Kristin Neff…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about tips from the pros with some of the leading therapists in America. Podcast Sponsor Great tool to help you become a…
Read MoreIf you’re at the point where you think you need a biller for your private practice, you probably do. Billing insurance can take up…
Read MoreMy Partner When I first started dating my husband, then boyfriend, he was the co-founder of a tech start-up. Long hours, hard deadlines and…
Read MoreStarting a new private practice was an easy decision. I had three babies in thirteen months. I have a social work degree. For me,…
Read MoreToday we’re talking about Sex Therapy with Stefani Threadgill. How she became a sex therapist, her process when it comes to meeting new clients,…
Read MoreYoga has become an integral part of my Therapeutic Practice over the past five years. I started my personal journey with yoga over ten…
Read MoreI spent way more time playing at the beach than trying to make money in July! I went away for the week of the…
Read MoreEver considered making play therapy your private practice niche? Do you wonder if it is really worth the energy or investment of time and…
Read MoreToday we’re talking all about the brain with Amy Fortney Park! Podcast Sponsor Flow, an app and software company with hopes to elevate the…
Read MoreEntrepreneurs, business owners, and frankly humans in general tend not to sleep as much as they need. According to Gallup poll, Americans sleep an average…
Read MoreAppreciative Inquiry is all about the discovery of the best in humans, their organizations, and the relevant world around them. It involves systematic discovery of…
Read MoreWhat do graduate students need to know? How can you prepare for a career while in graduate school? Today’s podcast answers those questions, as…
Read MoreRima was born in Russia and escaped ethnic and religious persecution, moving to Poland when she was five. At age eight she moved to…
Read MoreYou’re newly divorced, working with kids in foster care, and you want to learn Spanish: What do you do? Janet Wood moved out…
Read MoreToday I talk with super forecaster, Noel Goodman. Noel helps to predict genocide, wars, and elections. He does this for fun and doesn’t get…
Read MoreIn this podcast session, I talk with best-selling author Rob Bell see theology, the world, and therapy. His new book, How to Be Here:…
Read MoreIn this podcast session, I talk with Jonas Elrod from the documentary “Wake Up,” Oprah’s first Super Soul Sunday guest, and from the series…
Read MoreIn this session, I interview Hollywood Therapist, David Silverman. His counseling and coaching helps those in Hollywood to get more out of life. David…
Read MoreIn this session, we discuss Hermeisha Hopson’s Jacksonville, NC counseling practice, Refuge Counseling. Julie Hanks, Kelly Higdon, and Miranda Palmer join me for the…
Read MoreIn this session, we discuss Jonathan Pishner’s counseling practice, Apex Counseling. Julie Hanks, Kelly Higdon, and Miranda Palmer join me for the second of three…
Read MoreWhy should you speak? Why should you network? What are the best ways to communicate to an audience that may refer to you or…
Read MoreYoav Cohen-Manor uses writing and reading to process trauma and other issues within his Israeli counseling practice. Today’s Private Practice Resource Grasshopper is…
Read MorePaul Fugelsang is the founder of OpenPathCollective.org. Open Path is a collective of therapists who have generously agreed to provide in-office treatment for $30 to…
Read MoreFor Nicole Elliott, mindfulness doesn’t end in the counseling private practice, it’s how she lives her life. Today’s Private Practice Sponsor The National Association of…
Read MoreI often remind people that an easy way to make passive income is to become an Amazon Associate. As an Amazon Associate, you’ll get…
Read MoreFor Shenandoah Chefalo, life started really rough. She called CPS on her own family and now if a speaker, author, and advocate for foster…
Read MoreFor Pricilla Were, Kenya’s education system wasn’t doing enough. So, she changed it. Today’s Private Practice Sponsor Brighter Vision is the worldwide leader in therapist website…
Read MoreFor Emily and Drew Hale foster care and adoption is at the center of their relationship. Today’s Private Practice Sponsor Brighter Vision is the worldwide…
Read MoreToday we’re having an in-depth conversation with Ariel Garten, co-founder and CEO of Muse. Today’s Private Practice Resource Want to learn how to become…
Read MoreDiscover ways to grow a private practice using technology in this private practice consultant interview with Rob Reinhardt! Today’s Private Practice Podcast Sponsor If you…
Read MoreToday’s Private Practice Podcast Sponsor If you want to build your strength and endurance, you can do repetitive physical exercises like running or walking. Similarly,…
Read MoreToday’s Private Practice Podcast Sponsor What you will discover in this podcast 3:21 Why Twitter made all the difference 6:43 Why Gary is a…
Read MoreToday’s Private Practice Podcast resource: Mental Wellness Counseling’s new Intensive Recovery Program, a 12 hour, 20 hour, or 36 hour intensive outpatient treatment program….
Read MoreMaelisa Hall, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist who loves paperwork. We’ve been talking about her writing an article all about private practice paperwork. Please…
Read MoreToday’s Private Practice Podcast resource (and sponsor): Legendary Lion What does the podcast mean to you? Leave me a message on Speakpipe Meet Kristy Kurjan…
Read MoreToday’s resource: We’re approaching the 50th episode! What does the podcast mean to you? Leave me a message on Speakpipe What you’ll learn in…
Read MoreWhat is the 10x10x10 Challenge? Quick Version The 10x10x10 Challenge is a way to help everyone focus. It is a way for us to…
Read MoreToday there were two resources mentioned: Trello, free software to plan projects How to Become a Consultant Newsletter Attention Deficit Disorder Treatment/ ADHD…
Read MoreToday’s Private Practice Resource is the brand new project I’m working on, sign up for the newsletter for exclusive content, chapters, and checklists to…
Read MoreToday’s Private Practice Resource are the Practice Briefs that Will has been working on at the American Counseling Association: Counseling Practice Briefs American Counseling…
Read MoreThis week’s Tool: Roy’s Digital Confidentiality According to Professional Ethics and HIPAA: A Heart-Centered Approach LEVELS I & II (Webinar) use promo code POPUP…
Read MoreWhen I first met Monica, is was in Kalamazoo. She gave me my very first client. She now does couples therapy in St. Loius,…
Read MoreEvery once in a while, you get an opportunity that blows your mind. I was at the American Counseling Association Conference, watching the documentary…
Read MoreHow to Get More Done I’m often asked, “How do you get so much done?” In this episode, I walkthrough exactly how to get…
Read MoreHow to Change Your Life Kathy Angerer went from being a stay-at-home mom to the majority leader in Michigan’s House of Representatives in Michigan….
Read MoreSteps to reaching goals: 1. Identify your New Year’s resolution or goal. 2. Create a plan that helps you overcome barriers,…
Read MoreHow to Improve Kid’s Sleep As parents, we want to stay educated and up-to-date on what best helps our kids learn, grow, and thrive….
Read More”’ Recently I finally upgraded my phone. It was really sad how slow my “old” Droid X was acting. If dog years are 7:1…
Read MoreWith so much parenting advice, here’s a parenting infographic that should get you started. www.MentalWellnessParenting.com/book …
Read MoreI just did a professional development day for a local school. They had me come to speak about anxiety and kids. Also, they wanted…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok episode 021 | An interview with Tim Marema from Daily Yonder about…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok episode 020 | An interview with Candace Gingrich-Jones from the Human Rights Campaign…
Read MoreI have known Isaac Morehouse since 2000. Isaac is a thought leader, innovator and entrepreneur. In a sense we both grew into our…
Read MoreNovembeard Donation from MentalWellnessCounseling on Square Market The system for donating is can be fairly clunky, but if you want to donate directly to…
Read MoreI am often asked, “Does your wife work?” She is a “play-at-home”/ “stay-at-home” mom. Of course she works! But I was wondering, if she…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok 018 | An interview with Chad Moses from To Write Love on Her…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok 017 | An interview with author and money guy Mark Scandrette If…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 016 | Interview with Glennon Melton (and Chase) from www.momastery.com If…
Read MoreToday only (August 13, 2013) you can get all of my books for free on Amazon! Today is my 9th anniversary and it’s my…
Read MoreRecently I was running a therapeutic sailing program and our engine died. Now the boat we are on is a traditionally rigged old wooden…
Read MoreClick the link for the full-sized PDF version infographic: Launch a private practice infographic When I can’t sleep this is what I do… The…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 015 | Seven Ways to Avoid Burnout in Your Private Practice…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 013 | How to help angry kids and frustrated parents with new…
Read MoreKids are more likely to work toward something positive than avoid something negative. This is key to any parenting program. When a parent understands…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Podcast 011 | Part 2 of 2 Interview with Dr. Jason Kilmer Motivational Interviewing Expert discusses best-practices and ways to…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Podcast 010 | Part 1 of 2 Interview with Dr. Jason Kilmer Motivational Interviewing Expert discusses best-practices and ways to…
Read MoreThis month was different This month my wife, daughter, and I went to Spain for two weeks. One of my wife’s best friends got…
Read MoreIf you are like me, you sometimes get antsy in sessions. I think our clients like to move around a bit too, especially kids,…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok Summary Joseph R. Sanok: Counselor, Private Practice Owner, Consultant, Marketing Expert, and Blogger The Practice of the Practice Podcast: Counseling…
Read Moreby Joseph R. Sanok As I’m working on this the Oscars are on and they’re doing the 007 tribute for the 50th anniversary. I…
Read MoreI’m addicted to stats. I hated them in undergraduate and graduate school, but I really have fallen in love with them. Actually, it’s started…
Read MoreIt all started when I was at a meeting with my mother-in-law. She was invited due to her background in sailing. There were four…
Read MoreMy poop was purple. I’m not talking specks, I’m talking “Did I just poop kool-aid?!”-purple. Many of you know that I just had surgery…
Read MoreI am a people person. I like talking with people. That is one of the main reasons I went into counseling. I like talking…
Read MoreIn a previous post and in my e-newsletter I let you know about how I was diagnosed with cancer in July. As I…
Read More“All teenagers are risk-takers, moody, and get embarrassed by their parents.” “They are angry and hate adults.” “They only listen to their friends.” Are these statements…
Read MoreSomeone just asked me: “I saw your comment on LinkedIn about how you no longer take insurance. I’m curious about that. What made…
Read MoreAppearing in the Record Eagle on 9-8-12 In 9th grade, the school counselor brought me and several other students into her office. She informed…
Read MoreIn July I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Fairly soon I will be having a bunch of additional tests and have a treatment…
Read MoreClinical Resources I have used these treatment planners since my first year out of counseling graduate school. Especially when…
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