The Abundant Practice Podcast & Blog Spot!

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 September. In it, we cover topics like marketing strategies for therapists, transitioning off therapy platforms, networking and relationship building, niching and messaging, and practical tips for marketing and practice management.

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Dr. Maelisa McCaffrey joins me to dig into the fast-evolving world of AI in healthcare—and what it means for therapists right now. We talk through key ethical considerations, documentation practices, and communication protocols for using AI in clinical settings, with a focus on staying grounded in client care.

Maelisa also shares updates on HIPAA compliance and recent state-level legislation impacting AI use in mental health, highlighting the therapist’s role in oversight and the importance o…

In this Ask Allison, we’re digging into online scheduling—whether it helps or hurts your practice, and how to make it work for you, not against you.

We’ll talk about the hidden perks, the potential pitfalls (especially if your calendar’s wide open), and the smart tweaks that give you control without the back-and-forth emails.

Because when used intentionally, online scheduling can protect your time, reduce no-shows, and make life easier for everyone—including you.

Today’s guest, J. Timothy Davis, Ph.D. joins me to explore his work with boys who are often labeled as “challenging”—and why that label doesn’t tell the whole story. Drawing on his clinical expertise and his experience as a volunteer firefighter, Tim shares how he blends multiple therapeutic approaches to connect with and support these boys.

We talk about the growing pressures boys face in elementary school—academic demands, reduced opportunities for physical activity, the influence of screen…

In this Ask Allison, I’m breaking down why private practice actually works—and why it only seems impossible if you’ve been stuck in a system that burns you out. We’ll cover what makes private practice sustainable, how to navigate the fear, and why therapists everywhere are working less, earning more, and finally enjoying their work. It’s not a fantasy. It’s just a better system—and yes, it’s totally doable.