Selling the Couch
457 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 286 ratingsWith 1.81 million+ downloads, Selling the Couch is an Apple Top Career podcast for current and future mental health private practitioners who think differently. Psychologist Melvin Varghese interviews successful therapists in private practice about how they built their businesses as well as top entrepreneurs, business/marketing, and social media experts.*
You'll learn how therapists get referrals, grow their practices, work through fears, find their enough, and stop "trading time for income." Melvin also shares the lessons as he grows his impact + income beyond the therapy room (podcasting, YouTube, writing, online courses, masterminds, investing, etc) and the tips and tools he uses to grow STC from a single-person business to the CEO of a 6-figure business.*
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251: Colleagues Share The #1 Business Lesson They've Learned from The Selling The Couch Podcast
July 30, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this last episode before the usual August break for STC, I wanted to highlight my colleagues and valued listeners. So much knowledge and wisdom have been shared in these first few years of the podcast, and today’s show includes clips from other clinicians sharing what they have learned and how they have implemented those lessons into their practice. I’ll wrap up the compilation with my top personal takeaways. www.sellingthecouch.com/session251 Mentioned in this episode: Sign up for ...
250: Pro Tips To Improve The Quality Of Live Videos
July 23, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBThe pandemic and months of quarantine have many of us relying more than ever on video. We use video for meetings, live sessions, live-streaming, and other content, so it’s important to have the best quality possible. Join us to learn more. Michael Rothermel is my videographer who filmed the welcome video for STC back in 2017. We were part of the same faith community while Michael lived in the Philly area, and I can’t believe I haven’t had him on the show until now. He’ll share his top tips ...
249: 5 Years and 1 Million Downloads: Melvin Varghese, PhD
July 16, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBToday’s show is a special episode as we celebrate STC hitting the ONE MILLION downloads’ milestone. When I started the podcast, I thought one million downloads was a reasonable 20-year-goal, but here we are, just five years along in the journey. To mark this occasion, I’m going solo today with advice to the younger me, or what I wish I had known five years ago. www.sellingthecouch.com/session249 RESOURCES TO GUIDE YOUR BUSINESS JOURNEY Disclosures: Please note that all opinions are my ow...
248: Expert Insights on How to Generate Income Through Podcasting
July 09, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAs rewarding as it is to start your own podcast and share your knowledge and expertise with the world, there is one thing that makes it even better--and that’s monetizing your podcast. Wouldn’t it be a dream come true to make money from your podcast? You might think it’s the impossible dream, but today’s show brings practical information and simple tips for monetization that can expand your reach, extend the life of your podcast, and free up more of your time for quality content creation. C...
247: Moving From Multiple Systems For Content Management To All-in-one Platform
July 02, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 18.3 MBJuly is an exciting month because STC will hit one million downloads! It’s something I could never have imagined during these first few years. As STC has grown, we’ve added new team members and made significant changes. One of the biggest changes to date is happening now, and we’re taking a closer look in today’s show. Nicole Denison has been my virtual assistant for the past three years. You may remember that she joined us in Episode 232 to talk about the benefits of having a VA. Nicole is...
246: The Process Of Launching a Membership Site To Survive The Pandemic
June 25, 2020 11:00 - 48 minutes - 21.9 MBDuring times like these, it’s essential to think outside the box, but every decision has business and financial implications. One way to survive the pandemic shutdown is to pull back from one-on-one work and create income streams that aren’t dependent on being there in person. If you’re curious to know more, then join us for this episode. Jackie Flynn teaches therapists how to integrate EMDR Therapy and Play Therapy techniques, and she is launching a membership site this year. In this episo...
245: Signs Why Private Practice Is Not For Someone And Moving Away From It
June 18, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBSince STC usually focuses on aspects of the journey into private practice, today’s show is different. We are talking to someone who decided to take her skill set in another direction and move away from private practice. A traditional talk-therapy practice isn’t for everyone, and there are other therapeutic healing modalities that can be fulfilling and meaningful. Join us to learn more! Hayley Hansen is a body-centered healer based in Phoenix, Arizona. She was a Licensed Professional Counsel...
244: The Truth About Marriage: Golden Nuggets for Happy Relationships
June 11, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBToday’s show is different from the regular topics of business and entrepreneurship, and it may be one of the most important issues of all. Join us to learn some golden nuggets to help you in your relationships. Roger Nygard is best known for his highly acclaimed and successful documentary called Trekkies. Today’s conversation is focused on Roger’s latest documentary, The Truth About Marriage. He wanted to figure out what makes happy relationships, so he started out by reading a lot of books...
243: Blogging As A Way To Build Your Practice And Reach Your Ideal Clients
June 04, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBWe are tackling another topic relevant to the pandemic crisis. This particular time is a good chance to think about private practice in different ways than ever before. If you’ve ever considered blogging as a way to build your practice and expand your reach to your ideal clients, then this is the show for you. Lauren Hahn is a licensed mental health counselor in Orlando, Florida. She has built a successful private practice through blogging. In this episode, Lauran shares the process that sh...
242: The Concept Of Using Telemedicine For Mental Health Clinicians And Practical Measures To Take
May 28, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBThe concept of using telemedicine for mental health clinicians has become very relevant due to the coronavirus pandemic. Unfortunately, meeting clients this way is something that is not just temporary; clinicians need to make this transition and set themselves up for successful telemedicine for the future. Roy Huggins has been at the forefront of telemedicine and how to do it ethically. In today’s show, he’ll share practical measures to take, like setting up your computer and tablet. He’ll ...
241: Text-based Therapy And Using It In An Ethical And Effective Way In Private Practice
May 21, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MBAs clinicians, we occupy a unique role as we hold space for the grief of our clients while still navigating our own grief and disappointment in a time like this pandemic crisis. These times make us think differently about how we serve our clients, which makes today’s show about text-based therapy very relevant. Can it be used in an ethical and effective way? Bill Hudenko is a professor at Dartmouth College in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. He also teaches at Dartmouth’s...
240: Expert Tips for Private Practice That Involves Military Population
May 14, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBEven though today’s topic is very specific, it’s one that applies to many clinicians. We are discussing the unique situation of restarting a private practice after a military deployment. We include many helpful tips if you find yourself in that situation, or if your niche involves working with the military population. Chad Welch has a private practice outside St. Louis. He has an amazing story of deployment to the Middle East until July of last year and then restarting his private practice...
239: Website SEO And Why It Is Important To Attract Ideal Clients In Private Practice with Maelisa Hall, PsyD
May 07, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBToday’s show is about search engine optimization (SEO), an essential aspect of your private practice website. The truth is that you can have the most beautifully designed website on the planet, but it won’t help your practice if it doesn’t attract people. If you’re confused about trying to navigate the world of SEO, then this is the show you don’t want to miss! Dr. Maelisa Hall is a licensed psychologist and digital marketing expert. She’s here to break down the intimidating world of SEO w...
ENCORE: Sharing the Knowledge of Business Building and Marketing Strategies in Private Practice
April 30, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 19.6 MBIt’s a challenge to open up and be vulnerable about what you’ve learned along your journey. Often, it’s that authenticity that is most effective in helping others learn from what YOU have learned. Today’s guest is an example of openness and vulnerability. Katie Leikam, LCSW, has a private practice in Decatur, GA. She is sharing with transparency about how she went from zero clients after the first four months to a thriving $100,000 practice. There is wisdom to be found in Katie’s experienc...
ENCORE: How to Focus on Your ONE Thing
April 23, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWelcome to a solo episode about a very important topic: Focusing on Your ONE Thing. This episode is an outgrowth of one of my personal goals for 2017, which is to read one business-related book per month. I’ve already read a book that has impacted me greatly and changed the way I approach my business. The book is The One Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. The book hones in on the principle that successful businesses with innovati...
ENCORE: 19 Colleagues Share "The #1 Way I Get Referrals For My Practice.”
April 16, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBThis episode features . . . .you! Nineteen of our listeners took the time to record their tips for getting referrals, which just happens to be the most-asked question for clinicians. This episode is bittersweet for me because it’s the last one of this season. I’m taking some time off to focus on being a husband and daddy and to take some much-needed time for self-care. But before I say goodbye, for now, let’s listen to these great ideas for getting those coveted referrals! You can read the...
19 Colleagues Share "The #1 Way I Get Referrals For My Practice.”
April 16, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 48.7 MBThis episode features . . . .you! Nineteen of our listeners took the time to record their tips for getting referrals, which just happens to be the most-asked question for clinicians. This episode is bittersweet for me because it’s the last one of this season. I’m taking some time off to focus on being a husband and daddy and to take some much-needed time for self-care. But before I say goodbye, for now, let’s listen to these great ideas for getting those coveted referrals! You can read the...
ENCORE: A Deep Dive into Setting Fees That Ensure Our Profitability and Business Growth
April 09, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBToday’s topic is one that puzzles many clinicians and leaves us feeling uncomfortable. We’ve approached setting fees on past episodes, but today we are diving deeper into setting fees that ensure our profitability. How do we make sure our business is growing, thriving, and allowing for future expansion? Join us as we learn more with today’s guest. Reina Lombardi is an art therapist based in Florida. She has a wealth of experience and knowledge about debt, building a business, and setting f...
ENCORE: Pros and Cons of Providing an Unconventional Counseling Service
April 02, 2020 07:00I’m excited to share with you my conversation with Amy Van Slambrook, who is a clinician in Florida and a member of the STC community. We are talking about how she’s accomplishing good in the world that is much bigger than private practice. She shares her journey, some lessons learned, the intention behind her website design, and how she narrowed down the niches she wanted to reach. Amy tells us about the supplemental service of email sessions that she offers her clients, along with the pros...
ENCORE: Pros and Cons of Providing an Unconventional Counseling Service
April 02, 2020 07:00I’m excited to share with you my conversation with Amy Van Slambrook, who is a clinician in Florida and a member of the STC community. We are talking about how she’s accomplishing good in the world that is much bigger than private practice. She shares her journey, some lessons learned, the intention behind her website design, and how she narrowed down the niches she wanted to reach. Amy tells us about the supplemental service of email sessions that she offers her clients, along with the pros...
233: My 5 Favorite Tools For Creating Online Courses, Melvin Varghese, PhD
March 26, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBToday’s show is about something a bit different, even though we’re in the middle of the coronavirus crisis. I’ve learned that we should have a virtual aspect of our business in place for scenarios like this. I’ve also learned how important diverse income streams can be when your regular practice is interrupted. I can’t maintain my business health if I rely solely on my clients. Five years ago, I launched my first online course, so now I’m sharing lessons learned over that time, especially ab...
232: Top Five Tips About Hiring a Virtual Assistant
March 19, 2020 11:00 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBToday’s show is one that I’ve looked forward to for a long time. We are covering a topic that comes up frequently in the STC community, which is the process of hiring a virtual assistant. I’ve been through this process more than once, and it was a rocky road before finding Nicole three years ago. Hiring a VA teaches you about your strengths, weaknesses, and communication skills. I’ve learned what tasks I can delegate and what help I need for long-term sustainability in my business. Today y...
231: Creation, Do's and Don'ts of a Successful Retreat Model in Private Practice
March 12, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBToday’s show is about a topic I’ve wanted to cover for a while. It’s about something many of us might have wanted to do in our practices. We are talking about retreats and mini-retreats, and I have the perfect person to fill us in on the details. Mikella Millen is an art therapist in NYC. She has taken a great idea and made it reality by creating retreats focused on self-care for clinicians. She’s sharing with us how she developed this idea and validated the fact that people would want to s...
230: Renting Or Subleasing Extra Office Space And Key Points To Launch This In Private Practice
March 05, 2020 12:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBToday’s topic is a new one in the STC community. Have you ever thought about renting or subleasing extra office space? Whether you might be a prospective owner or renter, today’s show has great wisdom about how that extra office space can be put to good use in serving other clinicians and your community. Elena Clemente has a practice in North Tampa. She has learned many lessons through renting out parts of her four-person office suite. In today’s show, Elena shares how she found this offic...
229: 5 Tips To Authentically Get On Podcasts: Melvin Varghese, PhD
February 27, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBAs STC has grown, I’ve been wanting to address this topic of getting on other podcasts as a guest. In a typical week, I receive several requests from people wanting to be a guest on STC. There are several reasons why I cannot accept every one of those requests, and there are things to consider in remaining authentic while seeking podcast appearances. In this solo episode, we discuss some tips to follow if you want to increase your exposure by appearing on podcasts. www.sellingthecouch.com...
228: Building a Successful Private Pay Group Practice In An Area Where Other Clinicians Take Insurance
February 20, 2020 12:00 - 29 minutes - 13.3 MBToday’s conversation focuses on an interesting topic. We’ve often discussed the nuances of a private pay practice, but today we are going deeper. Is it possible to build a successful private pay group practice in an area where most other clinicians take insurance? Join us as we explore this question together. Deborah Duley has a practice in Maryland, which she manages remotely from her new home in Atlanta. Deborah has learned a lot along the journey in which she began as a solo practitione...
227: Multiple Income Streams And What is The Best Way to Put Them in Place?
February 13, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBToday’s show covers an interesting topic that has come up in the STC community. We discuss multiple income streams frequently, but what is the best way to put those in place? Do I need to build my therapy practice before I launch a second income stream? Let’s answer these questions and more with today’s guest. Annie Schuessler lives in the San Francisco Bay area. She’s been in private practice for 20 years, and she’s mentored other therapists for 10 years. She has insights learned along th...
226: A Deep Dive into Setting Fees That Ensure Our Profitability and Business Growth
February 06, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBToday’s topic is one that puzzles many clinicians and leaves us feeling uncomfortable. We’ve approached setting fees on past episodes, but today we are diving deeper into setting fees that ensure our profitability. How do we make sure our business is growing, thriving, and allowing for future expansion? Join us as we learn more with today’s guest. Reina Lombardi is an art therapist based in Florida. She has a wealth of experience and knowledge about debt, building a business, and setting f...
225: 3 Lessons from Revamping My Private Practice Website: Melvin Varghese, PhD
January 30, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBWelcome to a solo episode! I wanted to take this opportunity to discuss how I’ve revamped my private practice website. The process has been very intentional for me, and I’ve enlisted the help of several other people. Maybe you are considering changes to your website, but you aren’t sure where to begin. I hope today’s “inside look” at a private practice website is helpful to you. www.sellingthecouch.com/session225 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out PsycCareers! If you’re a psychology ...
224: The Big Picture Of Private Practice And Basic Procedures To Get Started With It with Montoyia McGowan, LCSW
January 23, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBHave you felt the pull of private practice? Maybe you’ve considered taking the leap into private practice, but are hesitant about the first steps to take. Today’s show takes an authentic look at the big picture, along with basic procedures to get you started. Our guest shares how she followed her intuition and took the risk that comes with starting a business. Montoyia McGowan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Memphis, Tennessee area. She and I have connected online for about fou...
223: How Online Reviews Help Improve The Private Practice with Keely Kolmes, PsyD
January 16, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBWith today’s technology, most people rely on online reviews when it comes to products, services, restaurants, hotels, and much more. When it comes to clinicians and clients, online reviews can reveal a lot, but is that a good thing? Do people mainly leave online reviews when they are upset or dissatisfied with the service they have received? Join us for a deeper look at this issue on today’s show. Dr. Keely Kolmes is a Licensed Psychologist in California. They did research via anonymous su...
223: How Online Reviews Help Improve The Private Practice with Keely Holmes, PsyD
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 12 MBWith today’s technology, most people rely on online reviews when it comes to products, services, restaurants, hotels, and much more. When it comes to clinicians and clients, online reviews can reveal a lot, but is that a good thing? Do people mainly leave online reviews when they are upset or dissatisfied with the service they have received? Join us for a deeper look at this issue on today’s show. Dr. Keely Kolmes is a Licensed Psychologist in California. They did research via anonymous su...
222: Transition From Clinical Work To Online Courses And Challenges Of Course Creation with Miranda Palmer
January 09, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 19.2 MBMany clinicians think about creating online courses, and some may even feel pressured to take this step. Online courses are sometimes portrayed as the “golden egg” for clinicians and the pinnacle of achievement. While this is certainly a product with much potential, the key is in balancing online courses with the other aspects of your practice while making sure you are motivated by the right reasons. Learn more in today’s show! Miranda Palmer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist fro...
221: The Power Of Sub-niching Within A Niche And Lessons Learned From It with Curt Widhalm
January 02, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBWelcome to the first episode of 2020! It’s been nice to have some extra time for rest and family time around the holidays, but now I’m ready to get going again with wonderful guests and helpful episodes as we step into a new year. Curt Widhalm, LMFT, is a friend based in Los Angeles. He works with high-achieving teens in his practice. I wanted Curt to share how he chose this niche and what he’s learned along the way. It’s also cool that Curt is a marathon runner who ran competitively in hi...
220: [ENCORE] Money Pitfalls That Come With Business Success
December 26, 2019 12:00 - 25 minutes - 11.5 MBDo you “have it all together” when it comes to your business finances? My hat’s off to you if you do, but for most of us, the painful truth is that any business journey comes with its own set of challenges and lessons, some of which must be learned the hard way. Like many of you, I like to pretend that I have it all together, but today’s show is all about transparency and baring it all---the good, the bad, and the ugly. Every few weeks I like to a solo session to share with you what I’m lear...
219: [ENCORE] Creating a Digital Product Using Your Clinical Strengths and Growing it Online
December 19, 2019 12:00 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBToday’s guest is Debra Roberts, LCSW, who is in private practice specializing in relationship therapy. Our topic today is one that many clinicians have probably pondered at one time or another. We’re discussing how to take our clinical expertise and turn it into some kind of digital product that extends far beyond the therapy room. Over 20+ years in private practice, Debra realized that she was having success with her clients and finally mustered the courage to write a book that has since br...
218: [ENCORE] 3 Practice Building Insights After 100 Conversations With Successful Practitioners
December 12, 2019 12:00 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBWhen you’ve talked with as many people as I have, you tend to learn a lot of lessons and gain great insights into what it takes to build a successful private practice. Today’s show is a solo episode inspired by a presentation I did recently. We are focusing on three lessons I’ve learned, along with key takeaways and the biggest mistake for each lesson. www.sellingthecouch.com/session218 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out PsycCareers! If you’re a psychology professional who is read...
217: [ENCORE] 5 Podcasting Myths and How to Avoid Them
December 05, 2019 12:00 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBWelcome to this solo episode! I’m talking today about all the things I thought I knew about podcasting that turned out NOT to be true. I want to help you avoid these mistakes if you’re considering embarking on your own podcasting journey. My podcasting journey spans almost 2-1/2 years now, which is still hard for me to believe. So, here we go; let’s jump right into Five Podcasting Myths and How to Avoid Them. www.sellingthecouch.com/session217 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out Psy...
216: [ENCORE] How to Build an Authentic Brand Around Your Therapy Practice
November 26, 2019 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBWelcome! Can you build a private pay counseling private practice in this day and age? That is the question that therapist and business coach Keri Nola and I explore in Session 4 of the Selling the Couch podcast. www.sellingthecouch.com/session216 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out PsycCareers! If you’re a psychology professional who is ready to take the next step in their career, check out PsycCareers, the American Psychological Association Services, Inc’s career center...
215: [ENCORE] How to Build an Authentic Brand Around Your Therapy Practice
November 21, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBToday’s guest is Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a psychologist in private practice in Decatur, GA. She is the creator of the website, blog, and podcast, Therapy for Black Girls. Her practice mainly focuses on African-American women who have gone through breakups. Dr. Joy and I are discussing how she has built this therapy and brand, and how she developed it while staying authentic and true to herself and her calling. www.sellingthecouch.com/session215 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out P...
214: [ENCORE] How to Find Ideal Clients And Why It’s Best to Focus on The Ideal Clients
November 14, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBWhere do your ideal clients hang out? Who are the people and organizations that are serving them? These are questions you should answer as you consider narrowing your focus and attracting your ideal clients. Today’s show dives into the practical steps you can take to accomplish these important goals. Keri Nola is a dear friend who has been on the show before. Keri has branched out of her psychotherapy background to mentor, awaken, and support healers of all kinds through her newly establis...
213: [ENCORE] My Struggles with Chasing the Shiny Objects in Business
November 07, 2019 12:00 - 36 minutes - 16.7 MBToday’s podcast is a solo episode about My Struggle with Chasing the Shiny Objects in Business. I’ve experienced this struggle as I’ve built STC and gone through the challenges of entrepreneurship. My desire is to encourage all of you by being transparent about this issue. You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session213 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out PsycCareers! If you’re a psychology professional who is ready to take the next step in their career, check ou...
213: My Struggles with Chasing the Shiny Objects in Business
November 07, 2019 08:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBToday’s podcast is a solo episode about My Struggle with Chasing the Shiny Objects in Business. I’ve experienced this struggle as I’ve built STC and gone through the challenges of entrepreneurship. My desire is to encourage all of you by being transparent about this issue. You can read the full show notes at www.sellingthecouch.com/session213
212: Dealing With Depression And Anxiety In Private Practice
October 31, 2019 11:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBWelcome to the final episode of 2019! I try to be intentional about the mindful breaks I take to keep myself refreshed and focus on producing quality content for STC. The plan is for the show to return in January with helpful and informative content for you. Today’s episode is a very personal topic of dealing with depression and anxiety, which has been a lifelong struggle for me. I knew that becoming more public with my practice and the podcast would force me to balance the daily pressures o...
211: Building Private Practice Around Religious Abuse And Marketing It
October 24, 2019 11:00 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MBToday’s topic is a new one for the podcast. We’ve never tackled the subject of religious abuse before, even though it pops up in news stories frequently. Building a private practice around working with this population may not be anything you’ve ever imagined, but you’ll hear from someone who is doing it successfully. Connie Baker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Washington. She’s found her niche in religious abuse recovery. Like many clinicians, Connie came to this field of work bec...
210: How To Balance Out The Fear Of Public Speaking And Giving A Presentation
October 17, 2019 11:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBToday’s topic is one that brings fear into the hearts of many: giving a presentation. Although many clinicians aspire to speak in front of peers on the topics with which we have the most passion, there is still the immense fear of those public speaking moments. How do we balance out that fear to impart the knowledge we want to give? We’re covering all aspects of this topic on today’s show. Marie Vakakis, LCSW, is a clinician in Australia. She’s here to share some of the things she has lear...
209: Immigration Hardship Evaluations And How To Conduct, Market, And Charge For Them
October 10, 2019 11:00 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBToday’s show covers a topic that we’ve dealt with before, but I wanted to take a deeper dive into Immigration Hardship Evaluations. Let’s learn more together with today’s guest! Juan Santos is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Greensboro, NC. He’s here to talk about what he has learned about these evaluations and how to conduct, market, and charge for them. Our conversation gets to the real heart of the issue, based on Juan’s experiences in his clinical work. If you’ve been curious abou...
208: Building Sales Funnel And Email List To Grow Your Private Practice
October 03, 2019 11:00 - 39 minutes - 18 MBHave you heard much about “sales funnels”? If you have, the phrase might have conjured up visions of slick and slimy marketing schemes that haven’t left you with a positive feeling. Today’s show is all about building a funnel in an ethical way, along with things to think about regarding using funnels to grow your business--without the slick and slimy schemes. Joel Louis is the founder of Integrator and Co., where he focuses on funnel-building with his clients, helping them to grow their bu...
207: When Should I Launch A Podcast?: Melvin Varghese, PhD
September 26, 2019 11:00 - 21 minutes - 9.79 MBToday’s show is a solo episode inspired by a recent roundtable that I led with some local therapists here in the Philadelphia area. A question came up that I’m asked often: “How do I know when I’m ready to launch a podcast?” There is no set time that’s right for everyone, but there are several factors to consider. That’s where today’s discussion takes us. You can read the full show notes at: Session207 Mentioned in this episode: Check Out PsycCareers! If you’re a psychology professional...
206: The Biggest Factors To Consider Before Setting Up a Practice In a Saturated Area
September 19, 2019 11:00 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBToday’s show is full of very practical tips that I hope will be helpful to you. We are talking about the nuances of building a sustainable practice with someone who has a wealth of knowledge. Laura Northrup is a Marriage and Family Therapist in Oakland, CA. She’s here to discuss a wide range of topics, including the biggest factors to consider before setting up a practice in a saturated area. We’ll discuss the most common mistakes new clinicians make when jumping into private practice, how...