Hi Reader, If you have ever wondered how you are supposed to compete with platforms like BetterHelp, you are not alone. In this weekâs episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, I explain why corporate therapy platforms are not your real competition and what actually makes private practices stand out. We talk about: Why BetterHelp is not your biggest threat Who your real competition really is Why clear messaging matters more than marketing tactics Simple ways to attract the right...
8 months ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Reader, Thereâs something powerful about Septemberâthe season when your practice hits its stride. With routines settling in and demand at its peak, itâs easy to focus only on keeping up. But pause for a moment: the full caseload youâre holding isnât just busyworkâitâs proof of the solid foundation youâve built. Every session you hold is making a difference, for your clients and for your business. This month, give yourself credit for the momentum youâve created. Youâre not just filling your...
about 1 year ago â˘Â 4 min read
Hi Reader, Thereâs a certain energy to Augustâthe sense that itâs time to get moving again. The quiet of summer starts to fade, and with it comes fresh momentum for your practice. This season isnât about rushing or overloading your plate; itâs about stepping back into rhythm with intention. August is your reminder that growth doesnât come from doing more, but from focusing on what truly matters. Exciting Updates In The BYPP Community Early Bird Registration Is Only Until August 31, 2025 The...
about 1 year ago â˘Â 6 min read
Hi Reader, For many therapists, money doesnât feel like numbers â it feels like stress, shame, or overwhelm. In this weekâs episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Iâm joined by Linzy Bonham, founder of Money Skills for Therapists, for a conversation that gets to the heart of why money feels so hard â and how to start making peace with it. âFinancial clarity starts with compassion, not shame.â Inside the episode, Linzy shares: Why money shame and avoidance are so common in our...
about 1 year ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Reader, Youâre seeing clients. Your calendar is full. From the outside, it all looks like success. But inside? Youâre exhausted. This week on The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Iâm talking about the kind of burnout that creeps in quietlyâwhile everything still looks like itâs working. In this solo episode, I unpack: The 3 invisible burnout patterns therapists fall into Why being fully booked can actually increase burnout The first steps to build a business that supports your lifeânot...
over 1 year ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Reader, Letâs talk about one of the topics that weighs on a lot of therapists â even the ones with full caseloads: Money. For so many in private practice, money feels complicated, stressful, or even taboo. But it doesnât have to be. In this weekâs episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, I sat down with financial coach Robin Valadares to explore how therapists can shift from stressed to stable â no spreadsheets or overwhelm required. âMoney doesnât have to feel heavy â it can be...
over 1 year ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Reader, Summer is hereâand if your marketing motivation is⌠not? Youâre not alone. But disappearing online for three months doesnât do your practice any favours. This week on The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Iâm walking you through a simple, no-overwhelm summer marketing plan you can run in under 2 hours a week. Youâll learn: How to choose one platform and stick to it The 2x/week posting schedule that actually builds trust How to batch a month of content in one afternoon What to...
over 1 year ago â˘Â 1 min read
Hi Reader, Itâs hard to believe, but July is just around the cornerâwhich means weâre approaching the halfway mark of the year. This moment offers a natural pause point: a chance to reflect on whatâs unfolded so far and realign with what matters most. Whether your practice feels steady or uncertain, this season invites clarity. Whatâs working? Whatâs calling for change? In this monthâs newsletter, weâre offering space and support to check in, reconnect, and take one thoughtful step forward....
over 1 year ago â˘Â 4 min read
Hi Reader, Feeling a little quieter in your practice this summer? Itâs the perfect time to get strategic. This week on The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Iâm sharing your Summer CEO Checklistâa set of five high-impact, behind-the-scenes tasks that set you up for a stronger, smoother fall. Weâre talking about: How to refresh your messaging for where you are now Streamlining systems so September isnât chaos Prepping content in advance (without overwhelm) Checking in on your rates, goals,...
over 1 year ago â˘Â 1 min read