The Group Practice Exchange

Have you ever wondered how insurance companies are impacting the mental health industry?  In this episode, I dive into the influence of insurance companies in group practice. Insurance companies are moving away from paying based on the duration of therapy sessions and towards paying for the quality of care provided. This shift could potentially result in lower reimbursements for therapists, unless...

How can you make your group practice stand out in a crowded marketplace?   In this episode, I dive into the importance of differentiation when it comes to marketing your practice and share my favorite insights from Mike Michalowicz's book, "Get Different". Small changes can make a big impact when it comes to marketing your practice. Here are the key takeaways from the episode that you won't want t...

Have you ever wondered how to effectively incorporate anti-oppression into your accountability practices?  In this episode, Dr. Nathalie Edmond and I dive deep into this important topic. We discuss the significance of going beyond one-time trainings and integrating accountability into the very fabric of your practice. We also explore the challenges of putting theory into practice when it comes to...

Have you ever thought about leveraging grant funding to make your practice's services more accessible to all? Join me as I sit down with Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo, a pediatrician and the owner of Melanin and Medicine. In this episode, Dr. Uwemedimo sheds light on the innovative concept of fiscal sponsorship and how it can help group practices secure funding through partnerships with nonprofits. During...

Do your leadership meetings ever feel like just a status update, with no real progress towards your overall practice goals? In this final episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I share a framework to ensure these meetings encourage accountability and drive progress towards goals. So, if you're looking to refine your meeting strategy, this episode is a must listen! Join me...

Ever wondered how to transform vague promises into measurable success in your group practice? For the fifth episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I dive deeper into the fourth A of the five A's of Accountability: "Audit". Join me as I share why using key performance indicators (KPIs) are necessary to track progress and measure success. I talk about how to identify the co...

Have you ever felt like you needed to micromanage your team in order to see progress in your practice? If this sounds like you, it may be time to take a look at how you're assigning and tracking tasks.  For the fourth episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I dive deeper into the third A of the five A's of Accountability: "Assign". I explain the concept of an accountabilit...

What qualities do you think make a great leader? Does your leadership team exhibit those qualities, or could it be time for an assessment?  For the third episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I dive deeper into the second A of the five A's of Accountability: "Assess". In this episode, I discuss the importance of assessing the leadership team in your group practice. I sha...

Is your staff clear on what their role and function is in your practice? If not… that could be hindering your growth and success. In this second episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I focus on the first A of the five A's, which is "assemble". I explain how assembling the right team and clearly defining roles and responsibilities is crucial for setting up accountability...

Looking to improve accountability in your group practice? In this episode of The Group Practice Exchange Podcast, I dive deep into the topic of accountability and how it can transform your practice. I'm also sharing some exciting details on how you can implement my accountability framework in your practice. If you're ready to take your group practice to the next level, this episode is a must-liste...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Looking to incorporate alternative services into your group practice? Adding more choices that improve the consumer's experience and well-being is truly a high advantage thus, it is a smart move. Joining us today is Shaelene Kite, a DBT-LBC Certified Clinician, Registered Yoga Teacher, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and the owner of DBT of South Jersey. With her extens...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to feel more confident in networking as an introvert? This type of business is most common to extroverts but do not worry, as introverts, we also have what it takes to be successful in networking. Listen as I unravel networking tips for introverts!     Episode Highlights:  What can realistic expectations bring you in facing networking situations? Why is it...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to maximize the use of technology in your practice? As we face the rise of applications and innovations, it is beneficial to know how to make money creating an app.   We are graced to be joined by Mr. Zefanja Floris, the Product Manager at Topflight Apps, a company developing healthcare applications. He will be grounding us with the knowledge of creating a...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to read your way into business development? As we are practice owners that handle big and important things, it is great to have guidance along the way.   We are grateful to be joined by Ms. Julie Herres, the founder of GreenOak Accounting, a team of accounting experts helping practice owners. She is an accountant, podcast host, and the author of Profit Fir...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to know the steps to success? As we all strive for our goals, it is necessary to have check-ins of our progress. Join me in this swift episode to learn more about how to navigate the compatibility of your team to the job!     Episode Highlights:  Why is it needed to have 20 minutes of training equivalent to every 5 minutes of work? How much time should be...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to give back to your community? As we are agents to make people feel better about their lives, it is a natural thing to desire goodness not only for our clients but also for as many individuals as possible.   We are grateful to have Ms. Camesha L. Jones, the Founder of Sista Afya Community Wellness. She is a social worker that aims to have an impact on a s...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you feel left out of the world regarding life and business? Societal standards cover the instances that are normal for neurodivergence. Understanding how your brain works are vital to express yourself in the industry.    We have Patrick Casale, the Owner of the All Things Private Practice. As a licensed Mental Health & Addiction therapist, he understands what it me...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you feeling exhausted from thriving your business? Before that could burn you out, you should start prioritizing yourself and set your entrepreneurial future. Investing in creating multiple streams of income is one way to do it!   We are together with Megan Gunnell, the Founder, and Director of the Thriving Well Institute. She had this breakthrough from clients th...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you feeling the heat of competition? That can often spark a passion for success, and building a network is one way to make it happen. Group practices are meant to help clients but also other group practices to grow!   We are gratefully accompanied by Samantha Silverman, the owner of Silver Linings Counseling located in Denver, Colorado. She has this passion for ca...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you thinking of outgrowing your practice and having authentic branding? Are you overwhelmed by this step? It is just the right feeling that will push you toward taking the action and evolving into a more confident version of yourself!   We are pleased to have Ms. Katie Read, the creator of The Clinician to Coach® Academy, and the Six-Figure Flagship™ Program. She...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to unwind from work, but you're having a hard time doing so? Well, indeed, vacation is a needed breather when it comes to unleashing stress.     We are grateful to have Ms. Mary Beth Simone, the CEO of Niche Partnership Consulting and a certified Les Mills BodyFlow instructor. She is renowned for guiding entrepreneurs in creating backup plans with their te...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to supervise your interns to the next level, even during this crisis? Training interns could be challenging, especially if you can't see them face-to-face. We are honored to have again Dr. Tara Sanderson, a certified clinician who loves working with and talking about Anxiety, OCD, Perfectionism, and Burnout. She is also a trainer and supervisor of interns...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to express yourself in public? It might be a scary thing to start for many of us. Other than public speaking needs confidence, you also need to know how to deliver yourself well to the audience.      We are grateful to be accompanied by Aimee Bruneau in learning public speaking. She is a public speaking and communication coach, perfect for us to know ourse...

Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you believe that support is an essential part of success? We present to you masterminding! It is a collaboration that helps you in numerous ways to get ahead!      Our guest host, Casey Gromer, will be discussing masterminding! She is the integrator for The Group Practice Exchange and the Female Founders Breaking Boundaries podcast host. She will narrow down the es...