The Entrepreneurial Clinician

Last week, Jo was joined by therapist and writer Yolanda Harper to discuss Yolanda’s book, Soul Sabbatical. You can listen to that conversation here . While supporting Yolanda with the writing of Soul Sabbatical, Jo realised that she needed to take a sabbatical to address her burnout, work and life. So in this episode, the tables (and microphone) are turned and Yolanda returns to the podcast to in...

In this episode, Jo is joined by therapist and writer Yolanda Harper.  Yolanda is a therapist based in Florida who is a specialist in trauma. It was in the process of supporting Yolanda with the writing of her first book, Soul Sabbatical, Jo realised that she needed to take a sabbatical and address her burnout, her work and her life. In this episode, Jo and Yolanda discuss: the concept of vicariou...

In this solo episode of the Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast, Jo shares what prompted her to take a sabbatical.  In fact, Jo shares the presentation she was in the midst of giving during the 2023 Future-Proofing Health Professionals Symposium when she realised that she was not living in integrity and that things in her work and life had to change.  Resources mentioned in this episode: Future Proo...

Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 of the Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast.  Burnout is a major challenge facing allied health professionals. So in this episode, Jo shares her personal story about why she is so passionate about this topic, the very public moment she realised that she was not living in integrity, her experience of realising she was burnout and depressed and the changes she h...

Welcome back to the Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast. In this prelude to season 4, Jo shares the focus of this season which is burnout. It is an important but necessary conversation we must have as allied health professionals. Jo also shares an opportunity for you to use Jo’s voice to amplify your message with the allied health professional community by sponsoring an episode of the podcast Resour...

The theme of this season of the Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast has been to equip allied health professionals to make more informed decisions about what support they need in their practice so they can thrive, rather than just survive.  So in the final episode of Season 3, Jo reflects on one of the most common questions asked by allied health professionals; how do I find a coach?  But before you...

Warning: this episode includes explicit language so you may want to skip this episode, use headphones or listen at a time when there are no sensitive ears around. Many allied health professionals look to coaching as a way to diversify and maximise their income. But what is the distinction between coaching and therapy and what are some of the pitfalls for therapists who want to offer coaching servi...

Coaching, consulting and training are three services often needed by allied health professionals who want to build a successful and sustainable practice. But what is the difference between them, how can you make sure you get the right support at the right time and what trends will allied health professions face in the next few years? Those questions (and more) are the topic of this wide-ranging co...

When it comes to marketing your practice, questions about the need and value of headshots are very common. So in this episode, Jo is joined by John Lindroth who is a specialised headshot photographer. Jo and John discuss the surprising problem with selfies, why the angle of your headshot can affect how much you are trusted by your audience and (potential) clients, why getting your friend who has a...

Sometimes as an allied health professional, you might be asked or called upon to give evidence in legal proceedings. In this wide-ranging conversation, Jo is joined by Nicol Stolar-Peterson who is a clinical social worker and experienced expert witness who now coaches therapists to help them prepare for the court environment.  In this wide-ranging conversation, Jo and Nicol discuss why Nicol says...

Warning: this episode includes explicit language so you may want to skip this episode, use headphones or listen at a time when there are no sensitive ears around. It’s hard enough to build and run a sustainable and successful practice. But how do you do that when you have a neurodiverse brain and the tactics and advice often given about running a practice aren’t designed for the way your brain ope...

Investing in your practice and career shouldn’t be limited to your professional development. It’s just as important to invest in your development as a practice owner and business owner.  So in this episode, Jo is joined by Frances Harvey who is a Master Certified Professional Coach and the Founder and Owner of My Solution Services. With over 17 years of experience in the mental health field, Franc...

Warning: this episode includes profanity as well as references to betrayal trauma and rape trauma so you may want to skip this episode, listen with headphones or listen at a time when there are no sensitive ears around. It’s one thing to be an Entrepreneurial Clinician, but what is it like to work for one? In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast, Jo is joined by Chris Conley who i...

In this solo episode, Jo shares a major surprise that nearly derailed her plans for her 3 month sabbatical and how activating her resilience changed how Jo responded (rather than reacted) to the situation with a healthier mindset and, as a result, in a healthier way. Resources mentioned in this episode: Activating Resilience via Purple Co Future Proofing Health Professional Facebook group   If you...

In this special episode of The Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast, Jo is joined by John Drury who is a Business Mentor who helps business owners ensure their businesses serve their life. John is also Jo’s husband.  In this conversation, Jo and John discuss the difference between being a high achiever vs a high performer, why high achievers can be the bottleneck in their business, and the skills nee...

The competence trap is a common challenge for many allied health professionals. It’s when you realise you are competent at many things, but when you lose sight of the one thing you want to excel at or be known for, you can start to question your ability. So how do you break free of the competence trap in a way that fosters your growth, self-development and self-care?  In this special solo episode,...

Warning: this episode includes profanity so you may want to listen with headphones or at a time when there are no sensitive ears around.  What does it take to build a sustainable and successful practice? The answer might surprise you. In this episode, Jo is joined by Shani Taylor. Shani helps business owners develop self-leadership so they can make more sales and have more impact. Jo & Shani d...

Welcome to the first episode in Season 3 of The Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast.  In this solo episode, Jo explores the most important (and arguably the most underestimated) tools of your trade. They aren’t your machines, your tests, your notes or your office - it’s you! So here Jo explores the ways you can look after your personal and professional well-being so you can bring the best of who you...

In this episode, Jo is joined by TheraBundle founder, Tamara Howell to discuss life as an entrepreneurial clinician, the TheraBundle product she’s created and how clinicians can develop their entrepreneurial spirit.  Tamara is a UK-qualified Psychotherapist based in France with an online international private practice.  Resources mentioned in this episode: TheraBundle 2023 If you know you need mor...

It’s the end of the first season of The Entrepreneurial Clinician Podcast (don’t worry - Jo will be back with season 2 very soon!).  So previous guest Alyssa Elgersma returns to the podcast to turn the tables (or the microphone) on Jo. In this conversation, Alyssa interviews Jo about her career, her life and why Jo is so passionate about changing the way healthcare is structured so that health pro...

How do you develop resilience as a health professional and create a sustainable career that enables you to thrive personally and professionally? That’s the question explored in this conversation when Jo is joined by Cyndi Doyle LPC. Cyndi is a Licensed Professional Counselor, group practice co-owner, founder of Code4Couples®, podcaster, and author of Hold the Line: The Essential Guide to Protectin...

Ongoing education is critical to building a thriving practice and career as a health professional. But what are the challenges facing both health professionals and the profession as a whole now and into the future? That’s the topic of this conversation when Jo is joined by Dr Amy Parks. Dr Parks has 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families as both an educator and psyc...

New health professionals can bring fresh insights and different experiences to our profession and our practices. In this conversation, Jo is joined by Alyssa Elgersma to discuss the opportunities, challenges and concerns that new health professionals have about their future in our profession. Alyssa Elgersman has a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health. She is currently the Program Administrato...

Curiosity can be the greatest asset of a health professional. But what role can curiosity play in helping health professionals develop cultural competence and promote equitable practices so that we’re able to meet our clients and patients where they are at? That’s the topic of this episode when Jo is joined by Latasha Matthews LPC. Latasha is the Clinical Director and founder of Illumination Couns...

There are many myths associated with gaming and the use of video games. But many studies are now showing game play can be helpful in minimising fatigue, stress and burnout. But how and what role can gaming play in promoting mental health? That’s the topic of this episode when Jo is joined by Bee Lim, Ph. D. In this wide-ranging conversation, Jo and Bee also explore the implications for health prof...