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Episode #657: Finding Your Voice & Overcoming The Fear Of Speaking, feat. Linda Ugelow
Speaking confidence and vocal coach Linda Ugelow and I explore the unique challenges therapists face around public speaking and performance. We dive into Linda’s personal story of overcoming her own fear of speaking and how that experience informs the work she does today. Our conversation centers on the importance of self-reflection, understanding the root causes of fear, and doing the internal healing work that allows confidence to emerge. We also touch on how validation and…
Episode #656: Does It Take More Work To Get Clients Now
Episode #655: Getting Clients In The Door In 2025
Abundance Community member Kimberleigh and I discuss the challenges she’s navigating around marketing and networking in today’s economic climate. We explore ways to stay connected with clients and expand her reach, including workshops, group therapy sessions, and targeted content focused on issues like chronic stress. We also discuss the potential for collaborations with other healthcare professionals and consider how intensives might fit into her practice. Our conversation centers on staying …
Episode #654: Are Your Work Boundaries Slipping
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’ll talk about why this "I'll relax when it's all done" mindset is a trap, how it's hurting your freedom (yep, the same freedom you started y…
Episode #653: Networking Efficiently
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 hospital staff, and connecting with therapists and psychiatrists for referrals. I offer guidance on refining her networking approach, with an emphasis o…
Episode #652: Marketing In This Economy
Episode #651: First Phone Calls
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!
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Episode #650: The Mental Load, feat. Maggie Holland
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 sessions on the go through the Not Boring CEs podcast (available on all major podcast platforms) or watch the video content before completing the …
Episode #649: Is It Bad Timing To Start A Practice Right Now
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 months. Most importantly, I’ll guide you through practical ways to build momentum now—so you’re ready to grow with confidence and clarity when the bus…
Episode #648: How To Not Freak Out
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. Together we address the current state of the therapy industry, including the slowdown in clients seeking therapy and the need for more intentiona…
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