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In today’s Ask Allison, we’re tackling a big one: how to start a private practice when ADHD makes organization feel impossible. The quickest way to get moving? The Getting Started Checklist. It breaks everything into clear, bite-sized steps so you can take action without the overwhelm.

After that, it’s all about working with your brain, not against it—body doubling, timeboxing, EHR automations, batching, and delegating the tasks you’ll never do anyway. These simple supports keep things moving…

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…

Randall Avery, CFP, CFA, joins me to share practical, grounded strategies for navigating the financial side of private practice. We dig into how therapists can choose fees that feel aligned, keep their business finances cleanly organized, and build the kind of financial cushion that supports both personal stability and long-term practice growth. Randall also breaks down actionable steps like identifying your ideal client population, automating retirement savings, and making thoughtful decision…

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…

In today’s Ask Allison, we’re digging into a common question: How do I respectfully describe my ideal client group—ages 20–45—without reducing them to a number?

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…

In today's Ask Allison, we’re tackling a big question: Is it too early to think about private practice?

Short answer: absolutely not. If you’re working toward licensure, this is the perfect time to start laying the groundwork—before you’re buried in business logistics.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through what to skip for now, what to focus on instead, and how to start building your future practice with confidence.

Abundance Community member Veltimar shares how she’s built her therapy niche around supporting over-giving women—especially eldest daughters—who struggle with stress and anxiety caused by blurred boundaries and family expectations. The conversation dives into common client patterns and behaviors, such as taking on too much responsibility or reaching a breaking point under pressure. We also discuss the process of shifting from an insurance-based practice to a private-pay model, covering financi…