Love, Happiness, and Success For Therapists

  You had a first meeting with a prospective therapy client that YOU thought went great… but the client never came back. Here’s why: Therapists don’t know how to communicate their value. Why do amazing therapists struggle with therapy client engagement? Spoiler alert: It’s not about your clinical skills, it's about how you connect. Engaging therapy clients isn’t just about being good at what you d...

  Therapists, let’s get real—when was the last time you focused on YOUR goals? In this episode of Love, Happiness, and Success for Therapists, I’m turning the spotlight on you. We’ll dive into the transformative power of therapist goal-setting—not just for your practice, but for designing a life that feels balanced, fulfilling, and truly aligned with your values. Here’s the deal: If you’ve been pu...

🔥 Is Your Mental Health EHR Software SABOTAGING Your Therapy Practice? 🔥 Hey there, fabulous therapists!  What if the very tools you trust to safeguard your therapy practice are secretly working against you? That’s the exact realization I came to one Saturday morning while reading my mental health EHR provider’s Terms of Service—coffee in one hand, highlighter in the other. What I uncovered left...

  Could your next therapy client be a mystery shopper on a secret spy mission? Yes, it’s a real thing—surprise! 🤯 When I found out someone was secretly in therapy to review my practice for an article, I didn’t know whether to laugh, cry, or check if I’d entered an episode of Black Mirror. But here’s the deal: therapy mystery shoppers are real, and it’s something every therapist needs to know abou...

  Are you currently making some of the biggest therapist mistakes right now, without even realizing it?  Chances are that you might be making common therapy mistakes that could harm your practice—or your clients, and that’s why we need to talk about this!  Trust me, I’ve been there, and as a clinical supervisor, I’ve seen it all. In this podcast, we’ll cover the most common therapist missteps (tha...

  Therapists, Are You Coaching Without Certification? You NEED to listen to this! 🚨   Lots of therapists out there are adding “coach” to their title, but without going through any coach training first. They say, "Coaching seems simple, I can just add that to my title, right?" Hold up. You could… but should you?  In this episode, I’m diving into why calling yourself a coach without proper certific...

Ever left a session feeling like you’ve just run an emotional marathon? High-intensity clients are inspiring, but they can also be overwhelming, especially if you're an empathic therapist.  In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into practical tools to manage the emotional demands of high-intensity clients while protecting your energy and keeping burnout at bay. Trust me, if you've ever found yours...

Therapists: Ever wonder how to best support therapy clients when the legal system gets involved? If your clients are going through custody disputes, or if you’re a marriage and family therapist working on custody evaluations, understanding the role of a Child and Family Investigator (CFI) is essential.  It’s also essential for you to know about the dark side of child and family investigations: Not...

Therapists, did you know that there are 8 scams specifically targeting YOU? In this episode of Love Happiness and Success for Therapists, I share eye-opening stories from my practice and reveal the top scams aimed at therapists—things I never imagined would happen until they started affecting people in my own practice.  From "police officers" threatening your license to fake clients requesting ses...

Therapists, this one’s for you. We’re living in intense times, and it’s no secret that showing up for others can feel especially hard when our own emotional reserves are running low. How do we stay present, compassionate, and fully engaged with our clients when we’re also grappling with our own fears, frustrations, or even grief? And then there’s this: What happens when our job is to hold uncondit...

🛑 Therapists, can we have a moment? Be honest — are you actually supporting yourself the way you guide your clients to? Or are you skating by with “I should know this already” vibes? If you’ve ever felt like your own personal growth is falling to the bottom of the priority list (even while telling clients to “put themselves first” 🤦‍♀️), this one’s for you. In this episode of Love, Happiness, an...

Ever feel like something’s “off” in your therapeutic relationships but can’t quite put your finger on it? The answer might lie in hidden power dynamics that could be impacting your clients in ways you didn’t realize. In today’s episode, *The Hidden Power Dynamics in Therapy*, I’m diving into the subtle, often unnoticed imbalances that naturally occur between therapist and client—and more important...

Do you talk about yourself too much in therapy?? Therapists, we’ve all been there. You want to connect with your client, show empathy, and maybe even share a bit of your own story to create that bond. But could your personal anecdotes be doing more harm than good? In today's episode of Love, Happiness, and Success for Therapists, we’re diving into the delicate balance of self-disclosure in therapy...

"Is Your Practice a Legal Time Bomb?" As ethical, caring therapists with the best of intentions, we never set out to cross boundaries or make missteps in our practice. But the truth is, even the most well-meaning therapists can stumble into dangerous territory and even serious ethical violations—often for things we never thought would be an issue… until it’s too late. We both know you’re a fantast...

Therapists aren't psychics, but they can seem that way. Why? The best of the best never stop assessing! Think you truly know your long-term clients? What if I told you there’s a key you’re missing to unlock their next breakthrough? Staying comfortable with your clients could be the one thing holding them back—let’s change that. As therapists, we love building deep, meaningful relationships with ou...

Unfortunatly, feeling like a fraud sometimes is part of the experience of being a therapist. Even a good, competent, highly effective therapist!  If that anxious whisper of “Am I even helping anyone?” has floated through your mind, 1) you're not alone and 2) I'm so glad you're here today for this conversation!  In this episode of Love, Happiness, and Success for Therapists, I’m diving deep into th...

Did you know that our healthy, appropriate therapeutic boundaries have the potential to cause hurt feelings, emotional barriers, and even ruptures in our relationships with clients? 😬 It’s true! Even though these boundaries are vital for ethical practice, they can leave clients feeling hurt, frustrated, or confused if we’re not handling them with care and intention. In this episode, I’m diving de...

Ever found yourself feeling personally triggered by your clients, or silently (perhaps guiltily) feeling judgmental about their values or life choices? Perhaps your client is having an affair, or engaged in criminal activity, or is behaving in ways that are destructive to others. It's normal to have feelings about this! You're not alone—and this episode will change the way you handle it. In this e...

Hey there, fabulous therapists! Are you tired of feeling overworked and underpaid? If you're ready to finally break free from financial stress and build the prosperous career you deserve, you’re in the right place. Today, I'm diving into powerful, actionable tips to help you boost your income and achieve financial success as a therapist — starting right now. I’ll walk you through the best-paying t...

What shocked me the most about starting a private practice? My success had NOTHING to do with therapy. It had to do with understanding marketing basics and knowing how to run a business! I was TOTALLY unprepared. 🎉 Are you struggling to fill your therapy practice? Do you want to get more therapy clients, but feeling overwhelmed by the daunting task of attracting more clients? 🌟 Well. my friend,...

What Kind Of Therapist are YOU? 🚀 In this episode of "Love, Happiness, and Success for Therapists," we're diving DEEP into the secrets of finding your niche as a therapist! 🎯 Are you tired of being a generalist, doing a little bit of everything and struggling to stand out in a competitive market? Say NO MORE! I’m Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby, and I’m here to guide you through the FIVE POWERFUL STEPS to...

Ever wondered if your therapy is truly helping your clients? Not gonna lie: I've had those moments myself! I believe that all excellent therapists, more than anything, want to help people. That's why, in this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s near and dear to all of our hearts: how to know if our therapy is actually making a difference in the lives of our clients. Join me as we explore ess...

Are you a “very online” therapist? Or are you thinking about becoming one, in order to support your therapy private practice? Well, my friend, there is much to discuss! In today's episode of Love, Happiness and Success For Therapists, we explore the dynamic and sometimes controversial world of therapists on social media. With platforms like TikTok and YouTube becoming popular avenues for mental he...

Are you a therapist who's interested in coaching? If so, this episode is for you! We're talking about how learning how to coach can boost your career as a therapist, make your work more fun, and ultimately, make you a better therapist.  Therapists who know how to apply coaching psychology are in high demand, and for good reason. They not only help their clients clarify their goals and obstacles, t...

No one becomes a therapist because they love case notes... but it is an important part of the job. And if you don't have a solid strategy, it can feel like the bane of your exsitence. So let's talk about how to make this not-so-fun task a little bit easier!  On today's episode of Love, Happiness and Success for Therapists, we're talking about how you can streamline your documentation process, find...