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Episode #713: How To Make Networking More Comfortable

In today’s Ask Allison, we’re diving into how to make networking feel natural—even if the idea of walking into a room full of strangers makes you want to bail. You’ll learn the one line that instantly breaks the ice, why wallflowers are your secret weapon, and what to do if events just aren’t your thing.

Curious how to network without the awkwardness? Listen to the episode and grab the How to Not Hate Networking worksheet to make it even easier (worksheet link below).

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Episode #712: Marketing to Ambitious Women

Abundance Community member Molly and Allison discuss refining Molly’s therapy practice marketing strategy to better align with her depth-oriented approach and attract high-achieving, anxious women in Texas. The conversation explores website messaging, imagery, and language choices to communicate effectively with professional audiences while establishing credibility. We also dive into various marketing channels and strategies, including networking, podcast appearances, and speaking engagements,…

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Episode #711: Tips For Private Practice Organization For Therapists With ADHD

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…

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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 #709: How To Make More Without Starting A Group Practice

In today’s Ask Allison, we’re answering a common question: How do you increase your income in private practice without starting a group or building new programs?
 
There’s a lot of talk about “passive income,” but most of those models require ongoing marketing and a real love for creating content. So instead, we focus on the most straightforward path for solo clinicians: raising your fees to premium rates. I’ll walk through how private-pay pricing can significantly increase your annual…

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Episode #708: Better Money Systems. feat. Randall Avery, CFP, CFA

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…

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Episode #707: How To Set Up Your Practice In A New State

In today’s Ask Allison, we’re answering a big one: How do you move to a new state, keep seeing your current clients, and legally run your therapy business in both places?
 
Short answer: your license and your business are two separate systems—and you have to update each one differently. In this episode, I’ll break down what happens to your ability to see clients when you move, what it means to register your practice in a new state, and whether you can bring your current PLLC with you o…

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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 #705: Marketing To 25-45-Year-Olds

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?

Short answer: you don’t start with the age range. You start with the real people behind it.
In this episode, I’ll show you why age alone isn’t a true niche, what actually draws clients in their 20s to 40s to therapy, and how to write in a way that speaks to their lived experiences—not a demographic label. You’ll learn h…

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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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