The Thriving Therapreneur: Transition from therapist to coach & build a profitable coaching business

Ready to move beyond clinical work as a therapist?There is a path where your clinical expertise supports a profitable online program and your client acquisition becomes consistent and intentional without adding more pressure to your day.In this conversation, I’m joined by Nicholas Makris, a licensed clinician who shares how he used lead magnets and a clear brand voice to build a community for pre-licensed professionals.Nicholas and I talk about the mindset required to grow beyond the therapy room and how he moved through imposter syndrome that often shows up in the therapist coaching space. He shares the marketing strategy that helped him stabilize his coaching business after early setbacks with ads.We also walk through how he and his cousin built structure behind the scenes by refining their business workflows, allowing them to create an online coaching program in just a few hours by focusing on what their audience actually needed. He explains how he uses AI to stay consistent, apply proven copywriting frameworks, and develop aligned digital offers that support long-term growth.In this episode, you’ll learn:What to focus on during a coaching program launch to support early traction.Why strong messaging supports a clear email marketing system.How to position a high ticket offer with confidence.How to expand your revenue streams in a way that feels aligned.What it takes to turn clinical experience into a scalable offer.This conversation will show you how to use your existing skills in a way that supports both impact and income.To being heard and seen,CarlyResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveListener Giveaway!If you’ve been loving the podcast, this is the best way to support it and get something amazing back. Visit carlyhillcoaching.com/podcast, scroll down, fill out the 3-question form, and unlock Social Media Mastery instantly.Get 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing. Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!Connect with Nicholas Makris:InstagramRegistered Intern Roadmap

Many therapists already have visibility, but growing beyond a therapy practice in a sustainable way is where most get stuck.In this episode, Jenna Shaffer shares how viral content became the entry point into relationship coaching and a more scalable model. What began as audience growth evolved into offers like marriage coaching, couples coaching, and digital resources designed for millennial couples.We then shift into how she moved beyond one to one work into a leveraged model using a strategic course launch, improved webinar funnel, and simple systems that support long term growth.You will also see how to move from service provider to business owner while staying grounded in your values, turning your expertise into a structured marriage course rooted in real client transformation.You'll learn:- How email marketing and coaching funnels support a scalable client journey - Why working with a business coach can strengthen your marketing - How to grow a coaching business beyond 1:1 services - Ways to create passive income for therapists without adding more clients - How to package your expertise into marriage advice and marriage communication skills offersIf you are building a coaching business and want a clearer path to scaling your offers, this episode shows how to grow with intention while creating a model that supports both impact and sustainability.To being heard and seen, CarlyResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveListener Giveaway!If you’ve been loving the podcast, this is the best way to support it and get something amazing back. Visit carlyhillcoaching.com/podcast, scroll down, fill out the 3-question form, and unlock Social Media Mastery instantly.Get 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

Are you pushing harder toward your revenue goals while the back end of your business feels unstable? Many founders try to solve that pressure by adding more client acquisition strategies or increasing founder marketing, but the added demand often exposes deeper operational gaps.There is a way to turn clinical expertise into a strong business without overcomplicating your offers.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How to identify the stage of business scaling your company is currently experiencing• Why stronger sales training improves conversion and supports a healthier pipeline• How proactive hiring campaigns help you prepare for growth before pressure reaches the team• The role a strong company culture plays in attracting and keeping high performers• What to review in your systems to improve consistency in client fulfillmentIf you are exploring the shift from therapist to coach or learning how online coaching companies grow, this episode will help you move forward with clarity.Here’s to building a business that runs clean and stays strong. CarlyResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveReady to Run a Challenge That Actually Converts?Join the 6-Figure Challenge Blueprint Masterclass on March 17, 2026 for just $27, and discover how to turn your next challenge into a premium client pipeline.Listener Giveaway!If you’ve been loving the podcast, this is the best way to support it and get something amazing back. Visit carlyhillcoaching.com/podcast, scroll down, fill out the 3-question form, and unlock Social Media Mastery instantly.Get 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

What if you could drive sales and create real psychological investment in just five days instead of waiting months for high ticket sales?Most businesses are not struggling with visibility, but they are missing a strategic activation mechanism. More content does not automatically mean more revenue. Without a true conversion engine, your audience consumes, nods, and moves on. No urgency, no client conversion.A properly structured five day challenge is designed to build trust, shorten the sales cycle, and create buying momentum quickly. It shifts beliefs in real time, it positions you as the authority, and it moves people from interest to decision.In this episode, you will learn:Why this model works as a strategic sales toolHow to build authority through quick wins that deepen commitmentPractical steps to shorten the sales cycle and accelerate movement toward a buying decisionHow to increase revenue and convert aligned buyers into premium offersThe structure that allows a challenge to create momentum without pressureIf you want a predictable path to client conversion without adding more content, this episode gives you the blueprint.To being heard and seen, CarlyResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveReady to Run a Challenge That Actually Converts?Join the 6-Figure Challenge Blueprint Masterclass on March 17, 2026 for just $27, and discover how to turn your next challenge into a premium client pipeline.Listener Giveaway!If you’ve been loving the podcast, this is the best way to support it and get something amazing back. Visit carlyhillcoaching.com/podcast, scroll down, fill out the 3-question form, and unlock Social Media Mastery instantly.Get 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

Are you posting consistently on social media but still struggling to create a steady revenue stream? There is a better way to build a sustainable online business without relying on social media. With a clear sales strategy, you can create steady business growth while strengthening trust building with your audience.In this episode, I break down how to build an email list that becomes a valuable asset for long term success. I cover how to create an opt-in that solves problems and how to set up a welcome sequence that builds a genuine relationship from day one. You'll learn the importance of segmentation to ensure you are always sending the right message to the right person.We are diving into:• How to use email marketing to grow your owned assets and turn a simple lead magnet into long term income instead of depending on social media.• Use marketing automation to build simple systems that capture sales without constant effort.• Write nurture emails that guide people toward a purchase without feeling pushy.• Create consistent revenue in your coaching business by leading your audience through a clear client journey.I'm here to help you build a strong, profitable business that gives you more freedom. When you stay consistent and focus on what you actually control, you can grow your work as a coach in a way that feels steady and sustainable. You deserve a business that supports your life, not one that runs it.CarlyResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveListener Giveaway!If you’ve been loving the podcast, this is the best way to support it and get something amazing back. Visit carlyhillcoaching.com/podcast, scroll down, fill out the 3-question form, and unlock Social Media Mastery instantly.Get 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com and let her know I sent you!What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

Does it feel like your world is about to crumble while you push for more clients? You might do everything right, yet maintaining a profitable business feels heavy instead of powerful. Often, you find yourself reaching for a new income level only to end up completely drained.When you lack a strong business foundation, smooth client fulfillment, and a steady stream of inbound lead generation, the pressure of managing your growth becomes overwhelming. This lack of structure makes it easy for an online coach to feel like the entire business will crumble if they are not personally holding every piece together.True sustainable growth requires more than just higher numbers, it depends on your internal capacity building. Business is a mirror; if there is something you need to work on, it is going to show up as you try to grow. This means you have the ability to contain the next level instead of only accessing it.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Assess business readiness through capacity, not just revenueUse nervous system regulation to handle visibility without burnoutScale smart by building systems that work without youEvolve your leadership identity to sustain a bigger businessI am walking you through the three layers of business so you can see if you are truly ready to up-level from foundation to scalable growth. We will also discuss how this expansion naturally supports your podcast growth.Stick around to find out which parts of your business might break if you grew overnight and how to fix them before they do.Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveListener Giveaway!Enter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviewsGet 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

Do you ever feel like you should be further along by now, or wonder why things aren't clicking despite doing all the right things? It is a common myth that feeling stuck means you are failing; in reality, you have just outgrown your old ways and are on the verge of a breakthrough. Even high achievers experience this tension when they are transitioning into a new level of success.So instead of forcing your way through the frustration, we need to look at how shifting your entrepreneur mindset from busy work to making strategic decisions can support sustainable progress. In this episode, I break down exactly how to get unstuck by simplifying your business positioning and focusing on what truly moves the needle. I discuss why achieving your revenue goals requires human discernment and a clear marketing strategy that ensures your unique brand voice remains front and center.You’ll learn:How to identify if a cluttered offer suite is creating a bottleneck in your lead generation.The reason why subtraction is more effective for business scaling than constantly adding new tasks.Strategies for mastering niche marketing as an online coach to ensure your message finally anchors.How to improve your decision making under pressure to move past stagnant business growth.If you are ready to scale your business and regain your business momentum without losing your heart for the work, this conversation is for you. Tune in to master new growth strategies and discover how to overcome current business challenges while prioritizing your leadership growth.Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveListener Giveaway!Enter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviewsGet 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!Escape the Therapy Grind in 5 Days Therapist to Coach Startup School walks you through exactly how to do it in just 5 days with clarity, structure, and support.Schedule your free consultation by February 23rd and get the Cash Infusion Playbook FREE. What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

Worried that relying on technology can undermine your client's trust? It is a common fear that using AI for coaches means sacrificing your personal touch, but the truth is that ethical AI can actually amplify your visionary leadership rather than replace it. So instead of fearing that automation will ruin your credibility, we need to look at how smart tools can support sustainable business growth without hollowing out the soul of your work. In this episode, I break down how to leverage business automation to handle the heavy lifting of your marketing strategy while ensuring your unique brand voice remains front and center. I discuss why true thought leadership requires human discernment, even when using a fractional CMO tool like Carly AI, and how to navigate the digital landscape without losing yourself.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to streamline content creation without sounding like a robot.The difference between using AI as a tool versus a replacement for your expertise.Strategies for maintaining original content while using automation to speed up your workflow.How to protect client trust by being transparent and intentional with your tools.If you are ready to scale your business and prioritize burnout prevention without losing the heart of your coaching business, this conversation is for you. Tune in to master the art of authentic marketing and discover how to produce original content that connects deeply with your audience.Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveListener Giveaway!Enter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviewsGet 2 FREE months of TherapyNotes and streamline your notes, scheduling, and billing.Use promo code: CarlyExplore More SupportCarly AILooking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with CarlyWant to start a podcast or grow your existing one? Visit https://julianabarbati.com/ and let them know I sent you!Escape the Therapy Grind in 5 Days Therapist to Coach Startup School walks you through exactly how to do it in just 5 days with clarity, structure, and support.Schedule your free consultation by February 23rd and get the Cash Infusion Playbook FREE. What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

Today’s episode is a special one.I’m joined by longtime client Jessica Ponn, LCSW, who helps parents support their adult children through addiction recovery with strategy, clarity, and confidence — not panic. Her work fills a critical gap for families navigating one of the most emotionally charged and high-stakes situations imaginable.Jessica shares her honest journey from therapist to coach — including the fear, hesitation, mindset shifts, and breakthroughs that came with betting on herself. We talk about trusting the process, building a meaningful niche, navigating business dips, and what actually creates momentum when things feel stuck.If you’ve ever wondered whether pivoting is worth it, felt scared to invest in yourself, or questioned whether you’re really cut out for the next level — this episode will meet you exactly where you are.In this episode, we cover:What it really feels like to transition from therapist to coachThe fear of success vs. the fear of failureHow Jessica found a powerful, underserved nicheWhy parents play a critical role in long-term recovery outcomesWhat causes inevitable dips in business — and how to reboundHow one coaching session led to a $12,000 weekThe 80/20 rule and letting go of perfectionismWhy strategy and mindset must work togetherWhat Jessica wishes she’d known when she startedAbout Jessica Ponn, LCSWJessica Ponn, LCSW, specializes in guiding parents to effectively help their adult children get and stay sober. She has over 15 years of experience in the addiction field, having worked as a therapist and Clinical Director at a premier South Florida dual-diagnosis treatment center while also running a successful private practice.Jessica is deeply passionate about supporting parents who often underestimate the powerful influence they have on their child’s recovery — and who are too often left without clear guidance when making critical parenting decisions. She has empowered hundreds of parents to make strategic changes that promote sustained recovery and deter relapse. Jessica now offers her support nationwide through her one-of-a-kind virtual coaching program.Resources & LinksConnect with Jessica Ponn on InstagramJoin her Facebook group: Parenting That Promotes RecoveryClick here to explore different options to work with CarlyQuote from this episode: “It works if you work it — but you don’t have to do it alone.”

This episode is not for beginners — and that’s intentional.If you’ve already built something real, you have paying clients, consistent revenue, momentum, and you know seven figures is possible for you, this conversation is for you. Especially if you can feel that the next level is close, but you’re not quite sure what actually needs to change to get there.In this episode, I break down what truly shifts when scaling from six to seven figures — and why this stage of growth has far less to do with doing more, and far more to do with leadership, capacity, systems, and identity.This is based on my own journey scaling from zero to six figures, six to seven, and now preparing for eight figures. If you’ve ever felt heavy, stretched thin, or quietly wondered whether your effort is becoming the bottleneck — this episode will bring clarity.In this episode, we cover:Why scaling from six to seven figures is not about hustling harderThe identity shift required at higher levels of businessHow effort becomes a bottleneck at multi–six figuresWhy burnout happens after success — not before itThe role of leadership, capacity, and restraint in sustainable growthHow money, payroll, and reinvestment reflect nervous system capacityWhy holding, releasing, and trusting money matters at scaleThe importance of systems, team, and operational clarityMoving from doer → owner → authority-level CEOWhy seven-figure businesses are coherent, not chaoticHow simplification and restraint become the real strategyWhat it means to lead without holding all the contextWhy refinement — not expansion — is the key to the next levelKey takeaway:Scaling to seven figures isn’t about being louder, faster, or more creative on demand. It’s about becoming steadier, clearer, and more precise as a leader.Work With Carly💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote from this episode: “Seven-figure growth isn’t about expansion — it’s about refinement.”

If I were starting from scratch today — not in 2018, not before AI, and not before the coaching space felt crowded — I would do less, but I would do it far more intentionally.In this episode, I break down exactly what I would (and wouldn’t) do if I were building a coaching business as a therapist heading into 2026. This is based on nearly six years in the online space, over $4M in revenue, real mistakes, real burnout, and the clarity that only hindsight brings.I walk you through the order of operations that actually works, so you can stop overbuilding, overthinking, and over preparing — and start creating momentum with clarity and confidence.If you know you’re capable but feel stuck, this episode will ground you fast.In this episode, we cover:What I would not do if I were starting over in 2026Why massive offer suites and low-ticket products slow early growthThe credential trap therapists fall into (and how it keeps you playing small)How to choose a profitable, in-demand niche that builds trustWhy one clear, high-ticket offer beats ten scattered onesHow to sell before everything is “perfect” — and why it worksThe simplest lead-generation strategy I’d use todayHow to use social media intentionally (not performatively)Why conversations create conversionsThe mindset shift that changes everything: readiness as a decisionWhy you’re not behind — you’re early in the processResources from this episode:Carly AIThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviewsCONNECT AND WORK WITH CARLY💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!

Ever feel torn between building evergreen funnels or running live launches — like you have to choose one and commit forever?In today’s episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest questions coaches and service-based entrepreneurs ask me: Should I go evergreen, or should I focus on live launches? The answer might surprise you — because the real magic isn’t choosing one. It’s learning how to use both strategically.I’ve built seven-figure businesses using evergreen systems and live conversion events, and in this episode, I walk you through exactly how I combine them into a sustainable hybrid model that creates predictable revenue and exciting cash infusions — without burnout.We’ll unpack what evergreen really means, why cohort-based programs often limit growth, how live launches activate warm audiences, and how to layer conversion events on top of evergreen funnels for consistent momentum.If you want stability and spikes, systems and soul — this episode is for you.Topics covered in this episode:What evergreen funnels actually are (and what they aren’t)The difference between evergreen, cohort-based programs, and live launchesWhy cohort models can quietly limit your revenue and momentumHow live launches act as conversion accelerators — not replacementsWhy evergreen systems flatline when you stop showing up liveHow I structure my hybrid evergreen + live launch modelWhat buyer activation events (BAEs) are and why they workHow to create baseline revenue and predictable cash infusionsWhy urgency and community still matter in automated businessesHow to scale sustainably without burning out or overcomplicating your businessResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviewsRelated episodes you might enjoyMarketing Strategies for Therapreneurs to Get More Coaching Clients [Ep 20]CONNECT AND WORK WITH CARLY💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:“The therapists who adapt are the ones winning. They're not just posting and praying. No, they're creating an ecosystem.“ - Carly Hill

Have you ever launched something you believed in— only to be met with silence, low sales, or zero traction? If you’re questioning what went wrong and wondering whether it was you, your offer, or your audience, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.In today’s episode, Carly breaks down why your launch failed, even when your offer was solid. She walks through the biggest misconceptions coaches and clinicians have about launching, the difference between visibility and readiness to buy, and how unclear messaging quietly sabotages even the most well-planned launches.If you’re planning to relaunch—or launch anything in the future—this conversation will help you reframe failure, refine your messaging, and build a launch strategy that actually converts. Give this episode a listen before you try again.Topics covered on Why Your Launch Got Crickets:Why most launches fail even when the offer itself is strongThe difference between audience engagement and buyer readinessHow unclear messaging leads to “crickets” instead of clientsThe role of trust, timing, and positioning in successful launchesWhy more content or promotion doesn’t always fix a bad launchHow to diagnose what actually went wrong before relaunchingWhat to change before your next launch to improve conversionsResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews Carly AI------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:“If your audience didn’t respond, it’s feedback and not rejection.” - Carly Hill

What if a million dollar year isn’t defined by numbers but by who you become? Have you ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but still waiting for your life to shift?In this episode, I shared what a million dollar year truly means, how it’s focused on identity shifts, decision-making, discipline, self-trust and alignment before the external results show up. It is true that success is often delayed, why consistency matters more than motivation and how internal growth always precedes financial or career breakthroughs.If you’re in a season where results feel slow but your inner work feels heavy, this episode is for you. Give this a listen if you’re ready to redefine success and step into the version of you that can actually sustain it.Topics covered on Having a Million Dollar YearWhat a “million dollar year” really meansWhy internal growth always comes before external resultsThe identity shifts required before success shows upDelayed rewards and trusting the processDiscipline vs. motivationMaking aligned decisions even when results aren’t visibleThe danger of chasing money without inner stabilityBecoming the person who can hold successRedefining success beyond financial numbersResources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews Carly AI------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:“You don’t rise to the level of your goals, you rise to the level of your identity.” - Carly Hill

Are you a mama building a business, in-between identity shifts or wondering how motherhood fits into your ambition, wealth goals and vision? If you’ve ever feared that becoming a mother would slow you down or shrink your dreams, this episode is your proof that the opposite can be true.In today’s episode, I share the raw, honest truth about running a multimillion-dollar company while getting into new motherhood, spit-up, pumping breaks, unwashed hair and all. I talk about the identity expansion that motherhood forced me into, how it softened me while sharpening me and why becoming a mom didn’t make my business crumble… it made it skyrocket.If you’ve ever felt like you had to choose between ambition and nurturing, success and softness or business and babies… this episode will rewrite that story. You were never meant to choose because you were meant to hold both.Topics covered on Money and Motherhood:The identity shift that allowed business and motherhood to coexistHow becoming a mom made her wealth grow, not shrinkReleasing the fear that motherhood will “slow you down”How motherhood makes you more efficient, intentional and emotionally intelligentHealing money wounds and shifting into a healthier relationship with wealthThe truth about building wealth while raising babies without burning outCreating a business that functions when you’re in “mama mode”Mantras for the modern wealthy mother Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews Carly AI------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:“I don’t want a bigger business at the cost of my family. I want a bigger business because of my family.” - Carly Hill

If you've been avoiding Facebook because you think it’s “dead” or your ideal clients aren’t there, this episode will change your mind. I used to hate Facebook too but now it’s one of the highest-converting assets in my entire business.In this episode, I show you how to turn a free Facebook group into a lead-generating and client-getting machine that can help you hit consistent 10K months even if you’re starting from zero. You will learn why groups convert faster than your public feed, how trust builds inside a community, and the step-by-step process of growing, nurturing and monetizing your group.If you’ve been ignoring your group or haven’t created one yet, this is your sign. Again, Facebook isn’t dead, it’s your warm-lead pipeline. So let’s build your 10K-month Facebook group blueprint!Topics covered on Turning My Facebook Group Into a Money-Making Machine:Why Facebook groups convert better than any public feed (and why 7–8 figure coaches still use them as their #1 trust asset).The fastest way to grow your group with high-quality members using your existing platforms.Why your newest members are always your hottest leads and how to capitalize on this window.How to welcome, nurture and warm up your members without being glued to Facebook 24/7.The 3-part system: Grow, Nurture and Monetize your group into 10K+ months.How to use triage calls, lead magnets, trainings, and DMs to move people deeper into your funnel.How to turn a few hundred engaged members into consistent and predictable monthly revenue. Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviewsCarly AI------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:“Most people think Facebook is dead, but it’s actually a gold mine if you know how to use it.” - Carly Hill

Are you a licensed clinician stuck between therapy and coaching, unsure how to market yourself without confusing your audience or compromising your license? If you've been thinking about creating a high-ticket offer but don't know where to start, I recorded this episode just for you!In today's episode, I talk about exactly how to position yourself as both a therapist AND a coach strategically, ethically, and profitably. You'll learn the three non-negotiables your coaching program must pass, the six steps to designing an offer that actually sells, and why your clinical credentials are your biggest asset (when positioned correctly). I'm also sharing why most therapists don't have a marketing problem but a messaging problem.Plus, I'm calling out the mistakes that keep coaches from selling consistently, even when their high-ticket offer is solid. If you're ready to build a scalable coaching business with a high-ticket offer, this episode gives you the exact framework. Let's build something powerful together!Topics covered on High Ticket Offer:The real difference between positioning yourself as a therapist versus a coach, and how do you communicate this without confusing potential clients. What makes a "high ticket offer," and how do you know if yours passes the three non-negotiable tests?Why so many therapists are stuck in the "gray area," and what's the exact framework for niching down without sounding like you're diagnosing people. How to reverse engineer objections into deliverables that make your high ticket offer feel like a complete no-brainer. The fastest way to get your first beta clients without building out your entire program first or having thousands of followers?How to overcome the four most common sales objections before they even come up on your consultation calls. Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews Carly AIRelated episodesHow Therapists Can Legally & Ethically Add Coaching Services with Christy Westerfeld [Ep 4]The Key Differences Between Therapy and Coaching [Ep 9]------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:“People hire coaches too for three reasons. They can't solve the problem alone. They wanna solve it faster or they want a proven system.” - Carly Hill

Ready to learn the 2026 marketing strategies that are going to move the needle in your coaching business? The online coaching industry is massive and the demand for support is skyrocketing, but the way we market needs to shift.In today's episode, I'm sharing three marketing strategies that are actually going to work in 2026. I use all of these in my own business, so I’m not teaching theory - this is what’s actually working. We're diving into the difference between the ‘‘guru formula’’ and the human-led formula. I’ll break down the kind of visibility that cuts through the noise, the type of value that builds real trust, and how conversion happens through actual conversations - not complicated systems.If you're ready to stop hiding behind tech and start building a coaching business that lasts, this episode is for you!Topics covered on 2026 Marketing Strategies:Why the coaching industry isn’t as “saturated” as people thinkThe three 2026 marketing strategies that will actually bring you clientsWhy your funnels aren’t converting even though all the tech is set upWhat visibility truly means when it’s not about followers or going viralHow to give value without dumping endless free contentWhere conversion actually happens (hint: it’s not in your posts)Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews This episode is sponsored by Berries — an AI-powered scribe tool designed for mental health pros. It’s HIPAA-compliant, private, and makes writing notes so much easier. Just record your sessions (with consent!),and Berries creates accurate, compliant notes for you— so you can stay present with clients and reclaim your time.🎉 Try it at heyberries.com with code CARLY50 for $50 off your first month. ------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:"Visibility is about being more clear, not about being louder.“ - Carly Hill

Are you stuck trading dollars for hours while dreaming of building freedom in your business? In this episode, I’m opening up about the big decisions I made this year that completely changed the way I work and lead. From letting go of team members I adored to rebuilding my systems from the ground up, I share what it really looks like to scale to multiple six-figure months.The truth is, what got you here won’t get you where you want to go. The economy is changing, buyer behavior is changing, and staying comfortable in your current model is actually decline in disguise. I’m getting brutally honest about why I'm restructuring everything right now, even though things are "working."If you’ve been feeling that pull for something different but you’re scared to make a move, this conversation will give you the clarity, permission, and gentle push to stop playing small and start building the kind of business your next chapter requires.Topics covered on Building Freedom:Why I rebuilt my business model even when things looked fine from the outsideThe difference between playing it safe and building real freedomKnowing when it’s time to let go of people, systems, or strategies that no longer fitWhat it actually takes to create freedom in your businessWhy the e-learning space is such a massive opportunity right nowHow to break through your current revenue ceilingAnd how to design a business that supports major life changes — like pregnancy, family, or a slower seasonHow you can prepare your business model for major life changes like pregnancy or family expansion. Resources from this episode:Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy IncomeThe Coach IntensiveEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews ------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote: “The best way to design your future, decide your future, is just to create it.” - Carly Hill

What would it do for your business if you had a brand strategist, niche coach, launch planner, sales coach, and content writer working for you 24/7 for less than the cost of dinner? In today's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on Carly AI! Carly AI is my personal 7 figure business playbook packaged into a team of custom-trained AI assistants that my private clients have been raving about for months. If you're wearing all the hats in your coaching business, staring at blinking cursors for hours, or freezing up when clients say "I need to think about it," this episode is for you. I'm breaking down exactly how these seven specialized agents can help you collapse years of work into months, from writing done-for-you captions to reverse engineering your entire launch plan in minutes. Plus, I'm sharing the limited-time founder's price that won't be available again. If you're tired of building your business alone and ready to finally get out of the content hamster wheel, this is your moment to discover what's possible when you have the right systems in place.Topics covered on Carly AI:What is Carly AI and why am I introducing it to you right now?What having a full business team would cost you vs what Carly AI can do for you for just under $70.The difference between generic AI tools and Carly AI.Why 2026 will separate coaches who use AI properly from those who get left behind.What's included in the Carly AI founder's launch pricing.Resources from this episode:Carly AI Founder's LaunchEnter The Podcast Giveaway for the chance to win one of Carly’s digital products: https://thethrivingtherapreneurpodcast.com/reviews ------💕 Looking for more support? Click here to explore different options to work with Carly💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!Quote:"As we move into 2026, if you're not using AI in the proper way, you will get left behind because everybody is gonna go faster and everybody is working smarter, not harder." - Carly Hill