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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…

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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…

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Episode #652: Marketing In This Economy

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 play and what it means for your marketing. More importantly, I’ll walk you through how to adapt—by getting hyper-intentional, building real relati…

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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 …

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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…

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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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Episode #647: Are You Charging Too Much

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 set a fee that not only reflects your value but also aligns with the impact you want to make. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream o…

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Episode #646: Navigating The Journey As Parent & Helping Professional, feat. Lauren Gourley

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. She also shares the importance of creating spaces for support and reflection to help us navigate, understand, and integrate these interco…

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Episode #645: When You Aren’t Filling As Fast

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 control—so you can build a practice that feels aligned and sustainable, at your own pace. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on …

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