The Practice of Therapy Podcast

Lisa Mustard is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in South Carolina. In this episode, Lisa Mustard shares the story of how she started her podcast and the importance of connecting with an audience through different channels. Tune in to hear her discuss educator certification, burnout, networking, and staying grounded as she expands the reach of her podcast. Resources Mentioned In This Episo...

Kym Tolson is an LCSW and CSAC licensed in the state of Virginia. She has an online insurance-based therapy practice. Virtual therapy offers many growth options for therapists interested in expanding their businesses while simultaneously enhancing their lifestyles. In this episode, Kym Tolson discusses the benefits of private practice as a licensed therapist, managing multiple income streams, and...

James Marland is the founder of Course Creation Studio. He has a master's degree in Ministry from Lancaster Bible College and a Master's of Business Administration from Shippensburg University. In this episode, James Marland joins the show to speak about diversifying your private practice income through course creation. An online course is a great way to build your income; plus, you can relaunch i...

Brandy Mabra is the CEO of Savvy Clover Coaching & Consulting and a CEO Coach for Private Practice Owners. Brandy went from bankrupt single mom of a toddler to the breadwinner and CEO of her own company. She knows what it takes to build a 7-figure company and beyond – and helps her clients to stand in their own CEO roles with confidence. She is the CEO of Savvy Clover Coaching & Consulting and is...

Dr. Jenny Hughes received her Ph. D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and completed her predoctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Louisiana State University Health Science Center. In this episode, Dr. Jenny Hughes joins the show to discuss vicarious trauma. She defines vicarious trauma and reveals the signs and symptoms that may mean you are...

Rosemary Scheppske is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor accepting new clients in Davie, Florida. She enjoys working with couples and individuals to offer hope while helping them achieve their goals. In this episode, Rosemary Scheppske explains why she decided to join a group practice instead of diving into the world of private practice. Then, Rosemary digs deep into her passion for couples counse...

Amanda Landry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional, National Certified Counselor, and private practice consultant. In this episode, Amanda Landry opens the show by speaking about the importance of community in her life and group practice work. If you're looking for a community in private practice, joining a group practice could be right for you. Amanda explains...

Lily Dawson is a Provisionally Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher. In this episode, Lily Dawson joins the show to talk about making the right business choices to attract clients to your private practice. One of private practice owners' biggest mistakes is wanting to get extra training done to attract more clients to their practice. Instead of training, pr...

Vanessa Lech is the founder of "Diverse Mediation Solutions LLC" (DivorcingAdults.com). In this episode, Vanessa Lech joins the show to discuss her transition from working as a mental health clinician to family mediation. If you're unfamiliar, family mediations involve a neutral third party to help to resolve conflict and facilitate communication. As a licensed clinician, it can be challenging to...

Betsy Byler has been a therapist since 2003. She is passionate about treating trauma, working with substance use, and training therapists in both areas.  In this episode, Betsy explains why adding substance use to your scope of practice is easier than you think. Many of us didn't get the training we needed to deal with substance use; however, Betsy reveals how you already have the skills to handle...

Avivit Fisher is the principal of REdD Strategy, a marketing and business consultancy for therapists in private practice. Avivit Fisher joins the show to discuss starting a private practice during the summer. Summer is the perfect time to start a private practice for many reasons. First, creating a practice from scratch will require a lot of research and up-front work. So, starting your practice d...

Kelly McKenna is a licensed therapist specializing in helping millennial women and teens overcome anxiety. Kelly built her private practice totally on Instagram @sitwithkelly. In this episode, Kelly McKenna joins the show to chat about how she built a cash-pay private practice on Instagram. First, Kelly reveals tips and tricks for making the transition from insurance panels to cash-pay and when to...

In this episode, Danielle Swimm, business coach for therapists, joins the show. First, Danielle speaks about staying organized regarding your session notes. If you haven't streamlined the process of writing your notes, now is the time to do so! Next, you need to take a good hard look at your email inbox. Danielle explains why you shouldn't have your work emails connected to your phone. Tune in as...

Michelle Moseley regularly provides support to those who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, and life transitions. She specializes in focusing on the areas of religious trauma and body image concerns. In this episode, Michelle Moseley joins the show to discuss religious trauma and healing from spiritual wounds. Sadly, religious trauma often goes unaddressed and unrecogni...

Maryellen Dance has been a psychology professor at Nazareth College since 2018 and has owned a private therapy practice since 2017. In this episode, Maryellen Dance speaks about all the obstacles she had to overcome to succeed in private practice and, eventually, her group practice. From figuring out how to ask people for money to worrying about having enough clients for her clinicians, Maryellen...

Megan Swan is on a mission to help wellpreneurs optimize their wellness as a way of life, not a checkmark on their to-do list. In this episode, integrated wellness and business coach Megan Swan joins the show. Megan speaks about the importance of prioritizing your health and wellness. When you prioritize self-care, your business will also thrive. She reveals some approachable wellness shifts you c...

Shrink Think is an online platform that provides digital resources to cultivate successful therapeutic relationships. With courses geared towards educating and empowering clients, as well as effective training and onboarding new clinicians, Shrink Think supports private practices to achieve better outcomes across the board. In this episode, Aaron Potratz and Nathan Hawkins join for the last podcas...

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. It's incredible how much money private practice owners can spend on their marketing. However, if you don't have someone answering the phone, you are throwing away a lot of that money. In this podcast takeover with Whitney Owens, she speaks about how to take new inquiries and turn...

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. In this episode, Whitney Owens takes over the show to talk about changes in private practice. Change is routine in any business; it shouldn't be anxiety-provoking or scary. When changes happen, use it as a chance to slow down, contemplate, and find opportunities. Whitney explains...

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. In this episode, Whitney speaks about her private practice journey, which eventually led to starting her own faith-based group practice. First, she explains why it's critical to do your own work as a therapist, whether through self-care, personal development, or your relationship...

As both a tech expert and mental health counselor, Roy Huggins is the bridge from the digital world to real-world client care. His clear translation of legal and technical jargon into clear and actionable information will help you apply tech and security information directly to your business and your clients' care. You'll hear episode 7 of The Practice of Therapy podcast with Roy Huggins in this t...

Shaelene Lauriano Kite, LPC, DBT-LBC, RYT, ACS received her Master's in Counselor Education at The College of New Jersey and has continued to immerse herself on the path of learning and teaching. In this episode, Shaelene Kite joins the show to talk about the different ways her clinical passion has taken her. First, we discuss the inspiration behind her brand name "Rebelmente." Then, Shaelene dive...

Ashley Comegys is a licensed clinical social worker with an online therapy practice that helps women with anxiety navigate life transitions, grief, trauma, and loss. In this episode, Ashley Comegys joins the show to talk all about networking. Many of us are too busy to attend networking events or simply find the idea dreadful. Well, networking can be all sorts of things. Remember that networking h...

Kasey Compton , a former mental health counselor turned entrepreneur, quickly became a southern staple in the land of business operations. Her knack for systems-thinking and relationally driven approach contributed to the successful curation of many multi-million-dollar businesses. In this episode, Kasey Compton opens up about her experiences with writing her first book, Fix This Next . Kasey reve...

Dr. Dana McNeil is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and is the founder of The Relationship Place, a group practice located in San Diego, California. In this episode, Dr. Dana McNeil speaks about her specialty in working with relationships and the importance of normalizing therapy for couple's therapy in our society. Couple's therapy is a great way to learn how to navigate any relationship,...