Episode #710: The Biggest Missteps In Private Practice, feat. Jenn Lowe

Allison and guest Jenn Lowe, M.A., LPC, LCMHC, RPT, sit down to talk through the common missteps therapists run into in private practice. They cover everything from setting clear financial goals to choosing marketing strategies that stay focused instead of scattered, along with how to seek the right kind of professional support as your practice grows. Jenn also shares her perspective on the importance of boundaries in day-to-day clinical work and the value of building strong professional netwo…

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Episode #706: Part Time To Full Time Practice

Abundance Community member Adell shares how she’s planning her transition from part-time to full-time private practice, focusing on strategies to attract more private-pay clients and manage a waitlist effectively. The conversation explores her use of Instagram for client growth and content creation, with guidance on staying productive and avoiding burnout. We also dive into approaches for scaling the practice through group sessions and intensives, plus practical strategies for building her ema…

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Episode #704: Instagram Strategy

Abundance Community member Chris shares how he’s refining his marketing strategy for his anxiety-focused practice, particularly targeting professionals experiencing performance and panic anxiety. The conversation dives into content approaches that feel authentic and engaging on Instagram, including sharing personal experiences and professional examples to connect with the right audience. We also explore strategies for creating consistent content, advertising effectively, and refining messaging…

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Episode #699: What Am I Doing Wrong

In this Ask Allison, we’re tackling a big question: Why isn’t my practice filling up?

You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. Most therapists were never taught how to market or niche effectively.

We’ll cover the three biggest culprits—an unclear niche, weak marketing, and doing too much at once—and how to turn things around with clarity and focus.

Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Looking to switch EHRs? Try TherapyNotes® for 2 months free by using promo code ABUNDANT at the…

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Episode #697: Ask Allison Live

My live Ask Allison recording sessions are a great way to get free, conversational support. Today’s podcast episode—sponsored by our friends at TherapyNotes®—features a clip from one of those sessions, recorded back in September. In it, we cover topics like marketing strategies for therapists, transitioning off therapy platforms, networking and relationship building, niching and messaging, and practical tips for marketing and practice management.

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Episode #691: Transitioning From Academia To Private Practice, feat. Dr. Sumi Raghavan

Today’s guest, Dr. Sumi Raghavan, PHD, joins me to talk about her powerful transition from academia to full-time private practice. She shares the motivations behind her decision, the challenges she faced along the way, and the key moments that shaped her journey.

We dive into what it was like to balance academic responsibilities while building a trauma-focused, cross-cultural therapy practice—and what ultimately led her to go all-in. Our conversation covers everything from strat…

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Episode #689: Networking Mindset

In today's podcast, Abundance Community member Adina and I dive into the art of professional networking—how to build genuine relationships while still being intentional about referrals. We talk about keeping connections warm through small, thoughtful gestures and the balance between giving and receiving in referral dynamics. Adina also shares where she’s at with her SEO and website performance, and we explore ways to strengthen her marketing by tuning into the exact search terms potential clie…

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Episode #687: Marketing ADHD

In today's podcast, Abundance Community member Ashley and I explore the growth of her Tampa-based private practice, where she’s managing 50 clients and feeling the strain of 32 weekly sessions. We talk through burnout, fee adjustments, and the impact of charging $80 per session in a high-cost area. Ashley shares her interest in refining her ADHD niche, especially with medication-resistant adults, and we discuss balancing strategy work with deeper emotional processing. We also look at ways to b…

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Episode #686: When You Need A Full Practice ASAP

In today’s Ask Allison, we’re breaking down the smartest way to grow a part-time practice without burning out. You’ll learn the four steps that matter most: calculate your income target, choose a niche that speaks to client pain, build a website that makes clients feel instantly understood, and network where your ideal clients already turn for support.
 
By the end, you’ll know exactly how to focus your time and energy so you can grow with clarity, protect your bandwidth, and set yours…

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Episode #683: Why Authentic Websites Work Better, feat. Ellie Miller

Ellie Miller, LCSW-C joins me in today’s episode to talk about showing up authentically in your marketing and why it matters for therapists. We dig into simple, effective ways to uncover your natural writing voice—like gathering feedback from loved ones and paying attention to how you communicate casually. Ellie also shares tips for building a brand voice cheat sheet, using AI tools like ChatGPT with intention, and steering clear of the overly academic language that can create distance with po…

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