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I want you to quit your agency job, & start your life! Stop circling the drain in agencies & have more free time, income, & freedom in private practice. In this podcast, we answer your private practice questions & work through the places that most therapists get stuck. In the Abundance Party, my membership program, I take you through step by step. I'll show you how to work half the hours, make 3x the income, & see the clients you do great work with. ✨ Head to www.abundanceparty.com to learn ...
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Welcome to the Soul Sessions / Trauma Warriors with Jodie Gale podcast. Jodie is the founder of JodieGale.Com, TraumaWarriors.Online, a psychotherapist, complex trauma expert and mind body eating coach for women. Deep dive as Jodie interviews women leaders, psychotherapists, coaches, artists, writers and other experts in healing, self-development and spiritual growth. Trauma Warriors (rebrand coming soon) with Jodie gale explores the real issues and how to heal from childhood emotional negle ...
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Episode #654: Are Your Work Boundaries Slipping
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Feeling like you’re always on? In this week’s Ask Allison, I’m diving into one of the biggest struggles entrepreneurs face: how to actually shut off when your brain won’t stop spinning with to-dos. If you've ever sat down to relax only to remember an email you didn’t send or a task you didn’t check off, you're not alone—and you're not failing. We’l…
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Abundance Community member Natalie and I discuss her efforts to build a niche in grief and loss counseling for young adults, including the challenges she’s facing in attracting clients and navigating networking opportunities. We explore strategies for expanding her client base, such as utilizing her insurance panel, building relationships with hosp…
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Wondering why it’s suddenly so much harder to fill your practice? In this week’s Ask Allison, I’m breaking down the massive shift in the therapy landscape—and what Big Therapy Tech has to do with it. From skyrocketing competition on directories to the rise of agency-style tech companies dominating Google Ads, I’ll help you understand the forces at …
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Together with Abundance Community members Jasmine and Meredith, I discuss strategies for enhancing focus and confidence during initial phone calls, effective scheduling and insurance verification methods, optimizing caseload management, and refining their sales approach. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel! Sponsored by …
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Episode #650: The Mental Load, feat. Maggie Holland
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In today’s episode of the podcast, we’re doing something a bit different. This episode features a course from my new company, Not Boring CEs (don't worry - Abundance isn't going anywhere). At Not Boring CEs, we offer an engaging way to earn your asynchronous continuing education credits without sacrificing enjoyment. You can listen to the training …
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Episode #649: Is It Bad Timing To Start A Practice Right Now
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Not sure when to launch your private practice? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m breaking down the seasonal rhythms of private practice—why summer might feel slow (but can actually be strategic), how to assess if now is the right time based on your financial needs and goals, and the essential mindset shifts that can help you thrive even during quieter mo…
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Abundance Community member Lisa and I discuss her practice's challenges and strategies for improvement, including website adjustments, SEO optimization, and marketing approaches to attract new clients. We also explore various ideas for expanding her services, such as offering low-fee groups for federal workers and creating a supervision page. Toget…
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Feeling unsure if you’re charging too much? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m diving into why your fee might feel off, how to tell if it’s your pricing or your business model that's out of alignment, and the key steps to recalibrate your pricing structure for long-term growth. Most importantly, I’ll help you shift from self-doubt to clarity—so you can se…
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Episode #646: Navigating The Journey As Parent & Helping Professional, feat. Lauren Gourley
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Lauren Gourley, MSW, LSCW, IMH-E®, PMH-C joins me to explore the unique challenges and rewards of balancing life as a professional helper/practice builder with the ongoing journey of parenting. She highlights how our professional experiences can influence our parenting—both positively and negatively—and how our roles as parents can impact our work.…
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Episode #645: When You Aren’t Filling As Fast
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Feeling discouraged because your practice isn’t growing as fast as others’? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m unpacking why comparison can be so harmful, what actually affects private practice growth, and the 8 key factors that are often overlooked when you’re stuck in the comparison trap. Most importantly, I’ll help you shift your focus to what you can …
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Episode #644: Decreasing Practice Costs For Maternity Leave
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Abundance Community member Rachel and I discuss her current financial situation and her plans for maternity leave, including the potential for subleasing her office space. We also explore strategies for Rachel's return to work, including maintaining relationships with school counselors and offering workshops to homeschool co-ops. Lastly, we cover t…
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Episode #643: How To Switch Niches In An Established Practice
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Thinking about adding a second niche to your practice? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m answering a question from a therapist who’s spent 10 years working with women healing from trauma and is now feeling curious about couples therapy. I'm sharing how to make that shift—without starting from scratch—and how to talk about having two specialties without c…
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Episode #642: Niche Hesitation & Fewer Client Calls
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Abundance Community member Kemberlee and I refine her niche to better target specific client groups, with a focus on women in transition, and brainstorm strategies for marketing and networking as a therapist. We also discuss the importance of having an office space, using a professional website platform, and the potential benefits of focusing on a …
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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 March. In it, we cover topics like launching a private practice while still contracting with a group, how to start out on a tight b…
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Thinking about adding a blog to your therapy website? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m diving into the benefits of blogging—especially when it comes to boosting your SEO—and sharing practical tips to make keeping up with your blog feel a lot less overwhelming. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel! Sponsored by Th…
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Episode #639: Group Practice In Today’s World, feat. Maureen Werrbach
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Maureen Werrbach, LCPC of The Group Practice Exchange joins me to dive into the current challenges therapists and group practice owners are facing—like rising competition from big tech platforms. Maureen highlights the critical role of strong leadership and staff management in running a successful group practice and stresses how important it is for…
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Episode #638: How To Get Attention In A Saturated Market
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Feeling like you're just one of way too many therapists in your area? Wondering how to stand out in a saturated market — especially when licensing laws are loose and the competition feels endless? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m diving into how to shift away from a scarcity mindset and how to own your expertise while serving your ideal clients. Prefer …
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Episode #637: The Dark Side Of Discipline, feat. Daniel Woodrum
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Guest Daniel Woodrum, co-author of The Dark Side of Discipline, joins me to explore the concept of discipline, setting and maintaining high standards, personal values, and the importance of systems in achieving success. We also discuss strategies for overcoming procrastination, the importance of changing one's self-beliefs, and the availability of …
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Episode #636: Shoring Up Business Boundaries
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Feeling like your business boundaries have become a bit too relaxed? Struggling to stay on top of things and feeling overwhelmed by taking on too much? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m sharing actionable tips on how to regain control, reestablish your boundaries, and get back on track. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTub…
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Episode #635: Small Kids, Neurodivergence, & Private Practice
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Abundance Community member Kate and I discuss various strategies to improve Kate's solo psychology practice, including her niche market, networking, and website optimization. We also explore the impact of Google's AI on her work and the potential benefits of blogging as a marketing tool. Concerns were raised about Kate's anxiety about her practice'…
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Episode #634: What the Heck is Sex Therapy, feat. Erika Miley
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In today’s episode of the podcast, we’re doing something a bit different. This episode features a course from my new company, Not Boring CEs (don't worry - Abundance isn't going anywhere). At Not Boring CEs, we offer an engaging way to earn your asynchronous continuing education credits without sacrificing enjoyment. You can listen to the training …
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Episode #633: How To Handle No Shows & Late Cancellations
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Struggling to create and/or enforce a no-show and late cancellation policy in your practice? Wondering how to set clear boundaries while maintaining compassion for your clients? In today’s Ask Allison, I’m sharing practical tips on how to create a policy that works for both you and your clients. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTu…
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Abundance Community member Sarah joins Allison to discuss the potential for her/their business to rebrand and target emotionally avoidant businessmen, with a focus on those who are confused and seeking clarity. Together they also explore the motivations behind men seeking therapy or medical care, the distinction between confidence and courage, and …
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Feeling frustrated with managing your finances as a business owner? Struggling with overspending and the stress it brings? I’m sharing some insights on how to regain control over your spending and build a more sustainable financial approach in today’s Ask Allison episode of the podcast. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channe…
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Episode #630: Getting Ready For Next Steps
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Abundance Community member Yalonda joins Allison for some feedback on her business strategy, specifically for her psychology practice and her dream of having a retreat center. They explore various options for expanding her practice, including increasing private-pay clients, networking, and marketing strategies. They also consider the possibility of…
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