The Practice of Therapy Podcast

Ops expert Brie Chrisman (CEO, BosCo) shares how to increase profit in private practice without adding more clients, clinicians, or ad spend—by tightening expenses, streamlining workflows, delegating $20 tasks, and optimizing client onboarding. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "profit = revenue − expenses" (and why most owners only push the revenue side) How to reclaim 21+ hours/year with simple...

I am thrilled to share this week's episode with you because it's not just any guest joining me—it's my dear friend, Uriah Guilford. Uriah and I have traveled together, dreamed together, and collaborated on countless projects over the years. He's one of the most creative people I know, and today we're diving into something that's changing the way therapists run their practices: AI and the future of...

I can hardly believe we've reached 400 episodes of The Practice of Therapy Podcast! When I started this show back in 2017, my goal was simple: to share resources, lessons, and encouragement for therapists building their practices. Over the years, I've learned so much (often the hard way), and I've been blessed by the many incredible guests and colleagues who have shared their wisdom here. In this...

Running a private practice is rewarding, but the financial side can feel overwhelming. That is why I am excited to have Kristin Meador, CPA on the show today. Kristin is not only a Certified Public Accountant but also a Profit First Professional who works closely with therapy practice owners across the country. She is here to take the stress out of your numbers and show you how to build a more pro...

Have you ever tried to calm yourself down during a panic attack - only to find that the very tools you've been taught suddenly don't work? That was the turning point for Caitlin Rose, a performance neuroscience coach and founder of Build Resilience. Her own struggle with trauma and anxiety led her to uncover a hidden truth: it's not just about regulation, it's about capacity. In this episode of Th...

What if the key to filling your private practice isn't more credentials, certifications, or complicated marketing strategies— but a few simple tweaks to your Psychology Today profile? In this episode of the Practice of Therapy Podcast, Gordon sits down with Aaron Price, founder of Therapy Profile Pro , to uncover the hidden power of Psychology Today. With nearly 60% of therapy seekers finding thei...

Have you been wondering how AI fits into the world of therapy and private practice?  In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Thrower—a psychologist, career coach, and AI educator—who's using tech to help therapists expand their impact, streamline their work, and step into new possibilities beyond one-on-one sessions. We're talking practical tools, smart marketing strategies, and how to use...

Most of us didn't get into therapy because we dreamed of being business owners. We wanted to help people. We wanted to do meaningful work. But somewhere along the way, we realized that to have the freedom and flexibility we crave, we'd need to go into private practice —and that meant running a business. Which meant dealing with money. Enter: panic. Linzy Bonham, a former trauma therapist turned fi...

When it comes to leading a private practice, most people focus on strategy, logistics, and profitability. But what if the secret to becoming a better therapist, leader, and human being isn't outside of you, but inside? In this episode, Gordon Brewer sat down with Rachel Bentley of Next Level Private Practice to explore how Internal Family Systems (IFS)—or "parts work"—has completely transformed th...

Think compliance is just about HIPAA? Think again. In this episode, Gordon sits down with Dr. Tiana Kelly—licensed professional counselor, compliance expert, and co-founder of Private Practice by Design—to unpack what compliance really looks like in a modern private practice. From late notes and misgendering mistakes to the growing use of AI and how to document for maintenance clients, Tiana break...

Ready to Build a Private Practice People Actually Want to Work In? If you've ever wondered what it really takes to build a group practice with heart, soul, and systems that don't make your team want to scream into a pillow, this episode is for you. Gordon sits down with the brilliant (and refreshingly honest) Tara Vossenkemper, founder, leadership nerd, and culture whisperer, to talk about the mag...

Ever feel like you're stuck between a full caseload and a full calendar of doctor's appointments - for your parents?  You're not alone.  In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, Marissa Wells joins Gordon to talk about what it really looks like to juggle private practice while caring for aging family members. She's not here to preach "perfect balance"—because let's face it, that doesn't...

Ever feel like you're crushing it in session but completely lost when it comes to your practice's finances? You're not alone—and you're definitely not broken. In this episode of The Practice of Therapy, Andrea Rotondo is here to pull back the curtain on the real reason so many therapists avoid their numbers (spoiler: it's not laziness), and how to stop letting fear and overwhelm run the show. If Q...

Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling at 8 PM wondering, "Was that the right intervention?" Or maybe you're drowning in admin work, questioning if private practice is really the freedom-filled dream everyone said it would be? In this episode, Gordon sits down with Marie from Private Practice Skills—a therapist, creator, and all-around wise human who gets the real behind-the-scenes of therapy l...

🎧 Ready to Grow Your Practice Without Losing Your Soul? This Episode's for You. In this episode, Gordon sits down with Gary Katz—psychotherapist, group practice owner, and intimacy expert—who's scaling his business across state lines without sacrificing connection, clinical quality, or his sanity. Gary opens up about what it really takes to grow a group practice that feels good, not just on paper...

Let's talk about grief. (I know—what a fun little opener, right?) But hang in there, because Edy Nathan doesn't talk about grief the way most people do. There's no clinical detachment or textbook jargon here. Edy speaks from the kind of deep, personal knowing that only comes from living it. She lost her partner at 27—a heartbreak that didn't just shatter her world, but reshaped it completely. Inst...

What if your private practice could be a place where people stop trying to fix themselves—and start actually feeling what's going on inside?  In this powerful episode, Kerry Thomas pulls back the curtain on her 25-year journey in mental health, sharing how a personal wake-up call challenged everything she thought she knew about therapy, medication, and what it really means to heal. We talk about t...

Let's be honest: when someone says "Let's talk tax law," most of us want to fake a Wi-Fi outage and run for cover. But when Julie Herres joins The Practice of Therapy Podcast, you actually want to lean in. Somehow, she manages to make the ever-shifting sands of tax policy sound (dare we say it?) friendly — like a conversation over coffee with a really smart friend who also color-codes her spreadsh...

What if the path to healing trauma isn't just through talk therapy, but through carefully guided psychedelic experiences? In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, I sit down with Dori, an experienced therapist and psychedelic facilitator, who shares her deeply informed perspective on the nuanced, responsible, and transformational use of medicines like ketamine, MDMA, and psilocybin mush...

Are you ready to discover a powerful new way to support your clients—and yourself? In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, Gordon sits down with Tamar Blue, founder of MentalHappy , a revolutionary platform that empowers therapists, coaches, and mental health advocates to create secure, community-driven support groups online. Whether you're a provider looking to scale your services or...

What Happens When the Work Finds You? Steve Bisson didn't plan to become a go-to therapist for first responders—but sometimes, purpose arrives without a roadmap. In this episode, Steve shares how a chance encounter on a crisis team back in 1999 set off a chain of events that led to a passionate, purpose-filled career. From riding along in police cruisers to launching a podcast that speaks directly...

What if the two most important questions in your practice— ' Is this financially viable?' and 'Am I doing the work I love?'  — didn't have to compete? In this eye-opening episode, Jeremy dives deep into the strategic crossroads every private practice owner faces, especially when considering whether to take insurance, stay private pay, or explore a hybrid model. He breaks down the real numbers, sta...

Are you tired of the "time for dollars" trap—where every vacation, sick day, or even slow week hits your bottom line? In this episode, James Marland gets real about the burnout that comes from trading hours for income and why the solution isn't just slapping together an online course. He dives into what it  really takes to build something scalable and sustainable—without losing yourself or your sa...

What happens to our clients when we're suddenly not there to care for them? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Dr. Robyn Miller dives into the difficult but essential topic most therapists avoid: what happens when a therapist dies or becomes incapacitated. With compassion, clarity, and deep professional insight, Dr. Miller reveals the ethical, legal, and emotional chaos that can follow when...

If you've ever poured your heart into writing a blog post only to hear crickets, this episode of the Practice of Therapy Podcast is for you. Natalie Moore breaks down exactly why keyword research is the non-negotiable first step to getting found online—and she does it with a dartboard metaphor you won't forget. From picking the right phrases (think "EMDR therapist LA" instead of "trauma therapist...