Building Your Empire

In today's Ask Abundance, I'm joined by Abundance consultant Rebecca A. E. Smith, Ph.D., and y'all, we are getting into something that doesn't get talked about enough: what happens when your practice is full and successful and you still feel totally boxed in. We dig into why hitting your goals can start to feel more like a trap than a win, and what you can actually do about it without torching everything you've built. If you've been quietly wondering why the thing you worked so hard for just d…

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…

Feeling stuck with long-term goals? You’re not alone.

In today’s Ask Allison, I talk about how to stop spinning out over “growth” and start getting clear.

You don’t need a five-year plan. You need to know what kind of growth you’re after—more income, more time, a new revenue stream? Each one has a different path.

Start with your “why,” then break your goal into micro-steps and actually schedule them. What doesn’t get scheduled doesn’t happen.

And remember: ambitious is great, but realistic…

Jenn Fredette, LPC, MA, M.Div joins me in today's episode to share insights on building passive income as a therapist, emphasizing that while “passive” income is possible, it still requires strategy and effort—especially when it comes to leveraging intellectual property. She introduces a new freebie outlining three scalable income pathways and explores options like group practices and alternative revenue streams. Jenn also highlights the importance of clear client messaging, smart marketing, a…

Allison and Abundance Community member Holly create a plan to promote Holly's upcoming workshop, focusing on using Facebook ads and targeting referral coordinators. They also discuss Holly's frustration over negative feedback about her cash pay rates. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

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Our live Ask Allison recording sessions are great opportunities to get free, conversational support from Allison Puryear. Today's podcast episode, sponsored by our good friends at TherapyNotes®, is an excerpt from a session we had back in December 2024. Topics covered include how to set your fee, alternative streams of income once your practice is full, and marketing strategies. Watch the entire Ask Allison Live recording on our YouTube channel!

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Allison and Abundance Community Allie talk about managing negative comments on Instagram, maintaining a healthy online presence, and handling client waitlists, with Allison suggesting a more flexible referral system. They also explore the idea of passive income, including creating a DBT skills video course, and discuss the potential benefits of networking with a vet to support clients grieving the loss of pets. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

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