What are the tenets of marketing a successful self-pay practice in a competitive city? How do you get newly hired hire clinicians up to speed with your standards? Why is it important to follow the trends? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Rachel Moheban-Wachtel about How She Built a Self-Pay Couples Counseling Private […] The post How Rachel Moheban-Wachtel Built a Self-Pay Couples Counseling Private Practice | GP 97 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Does the mainstream definition of success stifle your lifestyle? Do you want to create a life where you can be highly successful while living sustainably with your time and energy? How do you create a personal brand? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Maegan Megginson about How to be Highly Successful and Well […] The post Maegan Megginson on How to be Highly Successful and Well Rested | GP 95 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What does the transition phase look like from the previous owner to the new owner? Why should you prioritize your business plan from the start? Do you have insurance for your practice and clinicians? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Kathleen Coughlin about selling a Private Practice. They discuss structuring transition periods, consulting […] The post Kathleen Coughlin Sold Two Private Practices – Part 2 of 2 | GP 94 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you thinking of selling your practice? At which point should you start contacting brokers when you want to sell? Can you start a practice knowing that you will sell it in the future? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Kathleen Coughlin who Sold Two Private Practices: Part 1 of 2. Podcast Sponsor: […] The post Kathleen Coughlin Sold Two Private Practices – Part 1 of 2 | GP 93 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you looking to scale up your group practice? Are there unmet needs in your community that you can serve? How do you figure out which population needs assistance in your community? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks about How to Grow a Large Practice that Serves the Needs of the Community with Sherry […] The post How to Grow a Large Practice that Serves the Needs of the Community with Sherry Shockey-Pope and Jill Johnson-Young | GP 92 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What does a general group therapy structure look like in a practice? Do you think some of your existing clients would benefit from group therapy? What happens at the end of a client’s time in group therapy? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Lisa Wolcott about Group Therapy in Private Practice. Meet Lisa […] The post Lisa Wolcott on Group Therapy in Private Practice | GP 91 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What are some ways to effectively market group therapy? How can practices help their clients overcome anxieties about joining group therapy? What goes into structuring the layout of group therapy sessions? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Shannon Heers about How to Incorporate Group Therapy in Your Practice. Meet Shannon Heers Shannon Heers […] The post Shannon Heers on How To Incorporate Group Therapy in Your Practice | GP 90 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you interested in expanding your business by opening multiple locations? Would another location help you to achieve the goals you have laid out for your practice? Which logistics should you focus on when opening a new office space? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon answers the question: Should I Open Practices in Multiple Locations? […] The post Should I Open Multiple Locations? | GP 89 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Have you considered taking Medicare in your private practice? How can you use relationship-building as a method to grow your group practice? Are you interested in joining a community of support and well-being to help you avoid burnout? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani about Running an In-Home Counseling Practice. Meet […] The post Gabrielle Juliano-Villani on Running an In-Home Counseling Practice | GP 88 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What benefits can the Enneagram bring to the staff of a business? Can the Enneagram encourage effective teamwork and interpersonal compassion? How can the Enneagram be used in the workplace? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with James Owens about Using the Enneagram at Work. Podcast Sponsor: Brighter Vision How would you like to […] The post James Owens on Using the Ennegram at Work | GP 87 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What is the gold standard of branding to work towards? What makes a group practice’s culture? How do you find the connection that unites clinicians in a group practice for your branding? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks about How to Create a Value-Based Brand with Dana Robertson. Podcast Sponsor: Brighter Vision How would […] The post How to Create a Value-Based Brand with Dana Robertson | GP 86 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you interested in marketing your practice in multiple states? What are some website essentials that can significantly boost your SEO ranking? Why should you have separate pages within your website? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon talks with Austin Kirkland from Brighter Vision about Website and SEO Essentials. Podcast Sponsor: Brighter Vision How would […] The post Website and SEO Essentials with Austin Kirkland from Brighter Vision | GP 85 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you interested in launching an online community? What are some tips from an experienced professional on creating an online membership from scratch? How are consistency and patience some of the best tenets for success? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Kathryn Esquer about how she started the Teletherapist Network. Podcast Sponsor: Brighter […] The post Kathryn Esquer on How She Started the Teletherapist Network | GP 84 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you thinking of starting or moving your group practice online? What is the best way to communicate with your clinician team online? How can you live out your company’s mission virtually? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Sara Makin about how she built a large online group practice. Podcast Sponsor: Brighter Vision […] The post Sara Makin on How She Built a Large Online Group Practice | GP 83 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How well do utilize your time at work? What are the differences between the industrialist and organic models of work? Which work model is best for you and your needs? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Joe Sanok about his new book, Thursday Is The New Friday: How to Work Fewer Hours, Make […] The post Joe Sanok Talks About His New Book “Thursday is the New Friday” | GP 82 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Do you have a family and run a business? How can you structure your business to give you some more time away from your family? Which systems should you have set up to maintain your business while you are on leave? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Dr. Kate Campbell about how to […] The post How to Take Maternity Leave When You Are the Business Owner with Dr. Kate Campbell | GP 81 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Is your practice burning through money quickly? Does it seem like your income is not maintaining the needs of your practice? Are there perhaps some money leaks in your practice? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks about the top 15 money leaks in your group practice. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy For Your Money, Green Oak […] The post Top 15 Money Leaks in Your Group Practice | GP 80 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Why should you always move, even if it is sideways instead of straight ahead? What does it mean to take imperfect action? What are some top tips for marketing a new group practice? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Noreen Iqbal about purchasing commercial property for your therapy practice. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy For […] The post Purchasing a Commercial Property for Your Practice with Noreen Iqbal | GP 79 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Why should you always move, even if it is sideways instead of straight ahead? What does it mean to take imperfect action? What are some top tips for marketing a new group practice? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Laura Long about her group practice and going beyond the therapy room. Meet Laura […] The post What’s Next? Series: An interview with Laura Long | GP 78 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you a clinician who is thinking of starting a coaching business? How can you start your coaching business while protecting your clinical license? What are some common mistakes that therapists make when starting a coaching business? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Katie Read about how she used her skills to create […] The post What’s Next? Series: An interview with Katie Read | GP 77 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you looking to start podcasting? What can you learn from someone else’s podcasting journey? Why should you be cautious of download numbers? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Lisa Mustard about her podcasting journey and she shares some tips you can implement. Meet Lisa Mustard Lisa is a Licensed Marriage and Family […] The post What’s Next? Series: An Interview with Lisa Mustard | GP 76 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Do you want to expand your streams of income beyond your group practice? How do you tailor your products to suit the lifestyle of your clients? What should you consider if you’re still practicing at the same time as making an income online? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Marissa Lawton about building […] The post What’s Next? Series: An Interview with Marissa Lawton | GP 75 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you wanting to hire people for leadership positions in your practice? When is a good time to consider hiring admin assistance? What should you hire out for and what should you keep doing yourself? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Lindsay Keisman about how to hire for leadership positions in your practice. […] The post How to Hire For Leadership Positions with Lindsay Keisman | GP 74 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are there different ways to combine your business with another practice? What is the correct procedure to follow when you are looking to sell your business? When should you hire an attorney? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Sankeetha Selvarajah about how to start and sell your business. Podcast Sponsor Do you need […] The post Sankeetha Selvarajah, Esq. on How to Start and Sell Your Business | GP 73 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed in your business? Can you structure it around your personal schedule instead of bending yourself to suit it? How can storytelling be effective marketing? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Darlene Hawley about creating a business that fits your life. Podcast Sponsor Do you need help building […] The post Darlene Hawley, Business Coach, on Creating a Business That Fits Your Life | GP 72 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What does it take to create a workplace culture? How does the culture inform the business? Can you bring the workplace culture into remote-working? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Karyn Ezell about how to create a workplace culture. Meet Karyn Ezell After 20 years in corporate human resources, Karyn began her private […] The post Karyn Ezell, Leadership Coach, on How to Create a Workplace Culture | GP 71 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How does your personal healing journey impact your business growth? Do you have fear around your success? What are some outdated ideas that hold therapists back.? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Nicole Lewis-Keeber about How Your Trauma Affects Your Business: Part 2 of 2. Podcast Sponsor Try out TherapyNotes! It makes notes, […] The post Nicole Lewis-Keeber on How Your Trauma Affects Your Business: Part 2 of 2 | GP 70 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Did you know that your inner emotional world or trauma affects your business? Might you be reacting to the business world from past traumas you have experienced? Is it a mindset issue you may have, or a trauma response? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Nicole Lewis-Keeber about How Your Trauma Affects Your […] The post Nicole Lewis-Keeber on How Your Trauma Affects Your Business: Part 1 of 2 | GP 69 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How do you keep your mindset well balanced, while getting your solo practice running? Which system is best for payroll: accountants or websites? How can you use LinkedIn to maximize hiring? These are the types of things to consider when you want to grow your private practice. In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon does a […] The post Live Consulting with Michelle Croyle | GP 68 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How can you market your practice without opening your niche too much? What is a way to attract clinicians who share the values of your practice? Why is it better to post the job ad and not the job description? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon does a live consulting session with Katy Rader about […] The post Live Consulting with Katy Rader | GP 67 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How many hours should your new clinician work to make it feasible for you as the group practice owner? How do you navigate payroll when clinicians receive payment from cash-pay and insurance? What are some tips for organizing a group practice when the CEO is going on maternity leave? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon […] The post Live Consulting Session with Rachelle Fong | GP 66 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Do you have questions about how to structure PTO for your clinicians? Are you a group practice owner wanting to hire or transfer clinicians to W2 employees? When should you consider going full cash pay? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon does a Live Consulting Session with Dr. Andrea Brandon. Podcast Sponsor Try out TherapyNotes! […] The post Live Consulting Session with Dr. Andrea Brandon | GP 65 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How does a group practice owner create a sustainable work environment and motivational work culture? What are some benefits that group practice owners can consider offering their clinicians? What are some tips for hiring out assistance for your practice? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon does a live consulting call with Bren Shantz about how […] The post Live Consulting Session with Bren Shantz | GP 64 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Is your group practice expanding to the point where you may need to hire a Chief Operations Officer? What does a Chief Operations Officer do? What are the benefits of hiring a COO? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Valerie McNicholl on her role as the COO for Move Forward Counseling. Podcast Sponsor […] The post What Does a Chief Operations Officer Do? | GP 63 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

After the pandemic, what are some trends to be aware of that are circulating in the private practice world? Should you do telehealth or in-person counseling post-pandemic? How can you take part in passing a bill that allows over-state line counseling? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Whitney Owens about the current trends […] The post Current Trends in Private Practice with Whitney Owens | GP 62 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you moving your practice into the virtual space? What can you do to reset your phone service to reach each clinician as usual? How can you redirect your practice’s phone lines so that you can protect your personal number? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Greg Standerfer about all things phone systems. […] The post Greg Standerfer Answers all of Your Questions About Phone Systems | GP 61 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Is it possible to grow your practice too quickly? How do you handle office space when half of your clinicians are doing telehealth while the other half is in the office? Why is it a good idea to stagger the hiring process? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks about the most common questions group […] The post Common Questions from Group Practice Owners | GP 60 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Is your private practice insurance-based? Should you credential your group with an NPI1 or an NPI2? What are some important mistakes to avoid when you take insurance pay? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Kym Tolson about how therapists can successfully bill insurance. Podcast Sponsor Try out TherapyNotes! It makes notes, billing, scheduling, […] The post Kym Tolson Teaches Therapists How to Successfully Bill Insurance | GP 59 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you considering adding testing to your private practice? What type of testing should you consider for the benefit of your clients and your practice? Are there benefits to co-location that are better than maintaining your practice as a single entity? In this podcast episode, I speak with Dr. Jeremy Sharp about how to have […] The post Dr. Jeremy Sharp on How to Have a Co-Located Practice | GP 58 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you looking to grow your group practice and hire another clinician? What are the benefits of having a multiple-step hiring process? Why is it important to write your values down? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks about the 5 tips for hiring the right fit clinicians for your practice. Podcast Sponsor Let’s talk […] The post 5 Tips for Hiring the Right Fit Clinician for Your Practice | GP 57 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How can interns help grow your group practice? What are some marketing tips can you follow if you run a self-pay practice? Should you consider offering therapy packages to your clients? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Carole Cullen about her self-pay couples therapy group practice. Podcast Sponsor Try out TherapyNotes! It makes […] The post How Carole Cullen Created a Self-Pay Couples Therapy Group Practice | GP 56 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

How can you niche down in your practice, from specializing to the building space? What systems can you use to evaluate a potential new clinician for your practice? Are you considering purchasing office space for your practice? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Katie May about creating a niche group practice. Podcast Sponsor […] The post Katie May on Creating a Niche Group Practice | GP 55 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Why should you hire administrative staff just before you can afford them? Can fluidity in your systems make them more stable and adaptive? How can you ensure you hire the right clinicians? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Rob Magill who shares some advice on how to start a group practice. Podcast Sponsor […] The post Rob Magill shares Advice on How to Start a Group Practice | GP 54 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Can counseling become more effective when it includes physical wellness alongside therapeutic treatment? How does a holistic group practice find the best fitting clinicians? What are some valuable pieces of advice from a successful group practice owner? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Maria Spada about her holistic mental health group practice. Podcast […] The post Maria Spada has a Holistic Mental Health Group Practice | GP 53 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

What are some common hurdles that practice owners face when going from solo to group? What benefits does your practice enjoy when you collaborate with your clinicians? Can delegating be the first step to your practice growing exponentially? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Christy Pennison about going from a struggling solo to […] The post Christy Pennison on Struggling Solo to a Successful Group Practice in One Year | GP 52 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Does your private practice need a system reboot to clean up loose ends and run more smoothly? What red flags do you need to watch out for when hiring new clinicians? How can you properly organize your to-do list to also make space for the importance of the when-to and how-to lists? In this podcast […] The post An Interview with Online Business Manager and Simple Practice Expert, Frances Harvey | GP 51 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Have you ever used or considered using Instagram to market your group practice? What are some common mistakes that group practice owners make with Instagram? How can you boost connection to followers, convert clients and reach a broader audience through this social media tool? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Whitney Goodman about […] The post Whitney Goodman on Using Instagram to Market Your Group Practice | GP 50 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Are you wanting to evolve your practice to attract clinicians and clients alike? What can you do to create a powerful and compassionate workspace for your clinicians? How can you structure your faith-based counseling services to assist clients who are not faith-based? In this podcast episode, Alison Pidgeon speaks with Beverley Boothe about running two […] The post Beverley Boothe on Running Two Different Group Practices | GP 49 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.