Private Practice Skills

Today I'm taking you step-by-step through my process of why I'm updating one of my therapy services. I also share the checklist I use to bring my therapy website up to speed so that potential therapy clients can find me through search and AI recommendations and start to build trust with me. Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamline...

Sharing some encouraging words in case the holidays are not exactly a super fun time for you. ❤️ Sign up for my email list to stay informed on my Black Friday deal: https://mailchi.mp/f7be138b42ba/stay-in-touch

I discovered recently that potential clients are finding my practice through AI recommendations, even though I haven't had a "strategy" to market my practice through AI. So I decided to dig a little deeper, and I share with you what I'm learning so far about how to optimize our therapy practice marketing so that we can start getting recommended to our ideal clients ....I was surp...

As I'm hearing more and more stories of therapists on the struggle bus right now, I thought it would be a good time to reflect on my own personal self-care routine. Some of my takes are a bit unconventional, so they may not be the best fit for everyone. But I hope listening to this episode encourages you to reflect on your own self-care, so you can be intentional about building a sustainable,...

Are any other therapists noticing their inquiries slowing down? Drops in your website and Psychology Today visits? No need to panic! In this episode, I share some straightforward, simple-to-implement strategies you can use to adjust your private practice marketing to be a bit more up to date. (And no, you don’t have to use AI or run ads!) Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox mak...

Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamlined. Check them out here: https://bit.ly/pps_paubox_spotify *Get $250 off your first year with Paubox with coupon code "SKILLS" *Bonus Deal:* If you add the Paubox badge to your website you get an extra $100 off your first year - that means you can get your whole first year free if you apply...

Today we're diving into all your content creator questions. In this episode I cover your questions about the process, finances, and downsides of being a content creator (and so much more, it's a long episode!) So if you've ever considered pursuing content creation in the hopes of earning income from it, this episode is for you! Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox ma...

In this episode, I explore the most Googled questions that start with: “Why does my therapist…?” This was a fun episode to make! Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamlined. Check them out here: https://bit.ly/pps_paubox_spotify *Get $250 off your first year with Paubox with coupon code "SKILLS" *Bonus Deal:* If you add the Paubox...

I've been making content for Private Practice skills for seven years now, and content creation has been my main source of income for the past 5 years. In today's episode, I ask the question: Is being a content creator worth it? Spoiler: It depends. Spoiler part 2: It's totally been worth it for me (but it might not be for everyone). In today's episode, I break down some of the main...

Confronting clients can feel like one of the hardest parts of being a therapist. But in the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship, with the right tools gently confronting our clients can illuminate discrepancies they might not have seen themselves, and deepen the therapeutic relationship. In this episode, I share some of my go-to tools for confronting clients in therapy (nonjudgmentally,...

In this episode, we dig into what good supervision looks like, and I take a look at some examples of what bad supervision looks like and offer my thoughts. Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamlined. Check them out here: https://bit.ly/pps_paubox_spotify *Get $250 off your first year with Paubox with coupon code "SKILLS" *Bonus D...

Research shows that courage isn’t an innate trait, but more like a muscle that can be developed through deliberate practice. Though there is not a ton of research available on the topic of courage, I think it’s worth digging into a little deeper to see if we can learn how to teach our clients to be courageous as they move towards their treatment goals - whether it’s the courage to leave a harmful...

I’m excited to share about all the ways I use metaphor in counseling as a therapeutic tool. I use metaphors a LOT in therapy, but I don’t always hear other folks share about how they use metaphors in therapy. This episode has two parts: Part 1: Therapeutic reasons for using metaphors in counseling Part 2: Types of metaphors to use in counseling There was so much to cover that I decided to just rel...

If you feel overwhelmed by all the information out there on how to start a private practice, this episode offers a simplified approach to get started. You do still need some elbow grease, but hopefully these tips help reduce some of the overwhelm :) Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamlined. Check them out here: https://bit.ly/pps_paubox_...

According to a poll I posted on Instagram, most therapists feel at least a moderate amount of pressure to have "breakthroughs" with their clients in therapy. It's common for us to talk about breakthroughs in therapy. In today's episode, I dive into questions like: -What is a breakthrough? -How much pressure is there to have breakthroughs in therapy? -Where does that pressure come...

I used to stress, hard, about preparing for my therapy sessions. I thought I needed to brush up on any and all relevant information related to my clients' experiences and presenting issues, and I also felt the pressure that every session needed to one-up the last session's "ah-hah" moment. With time, I've built a routine that makes session prep a breeze. My current structure...

I LOVE being a therapist. But at the same time, it’s clear that there’s a whole lot that’s wrong with the therapy profession as a whole. It’s a topic I think about a lot, so in today’s episode I decided to invite you all to share what you would like to change about the field of psychology. I read and react to your responses, and we also sprinkle some articles and reddit posts to enhance the conver...

Passive income has been super trendy for a while. And especially as a therapist, it's wonderful to have some of my income not be tied to an hour with a therapy client. It's really freed me up to enjoy working with a part-time caseload, and relieved the pressure to get more clients during slower periods. Naturally, lots of therapists are drawn to this idea. But, there is more to passive inc...

How do you build trust during the first therapy session—without it feeling forced? In this episode, I share practical, relational ways to help clients feel safe and supported from the start. From referencing intake paperwork to defusing shame with warmth, these small moments help build a strong therapeutic foundation—especially when clients are nervous or unsure. What you’ll hear: -Little touches...

Is your therapist website feeling… a little stale? You’re not alone. But you don’t have to burn it all down and start from scratch. In this episode, I walk you through a simple rubric you can use to “audit” your therapy website—no tech expertise required. We’ll look at how clearly your message comes across, whether your site actually feels like you, and how to spot the areas that might be turning...

What if the things that actually help you thrive as a therapist weren’t taught in grad school at all? In this episode, I’m sharing the honest truths I wish someone had told me earlier — from the myths we hear about productivity and private practice, to the real emotional weight of this work, and why nourishing yourself isn’t just okay…it’s essential. Whether you're just starting out or years i...

In this episode, I’m answering questions that therapists don’t usually get asked. These reflections offer a behind-the-scenes look at the human side of being a therapist. If you’re a fellow therapist or just curious what it’s like behind the scenes, I hope this feels like a warm, thoughtful conversation with a colleague or friend. Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA...

Therapist burnout doesn’t always look like overwhelm. Sometimes it looks like losing your sense of identity. Or believing you should be able to do more than you can. In this episode, I share 5 tools that help me keep burnout at bay — not just by working less, but by shifting how I relate to my work. These include autonomy, emotional load, support, narrative acceptance, and personal identity. Plus,...

Even after years in the field, being a therapist is still hard sometimes. In this episode, I asked therapists to share what they still struggle with in their work—and the responses were honest, heartfelt, and deeply relatable. From setting boundaries to managing imposter syndrome, this conversation is a reminder that you're not alone if parts of the job still feel challenging. Let this be a valida...

Therapists mess up too—because we’re human. In this episode, I explore what happens when we make mistakes in session, from forgetting details to saying the wrong thing, and how to handle those moments with care. ✨ You’re not a bad therapist—you’re a human therapist. Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamlined. Check them out here: https://...