Empowered to Lead

The way people search for a therapist has changed — and if your website hasn't kept up, you may be invisible to the very people you're best positioned to help. Teddy Bezna of Searchlight Digital breaks down what group practice owners need to understand about SEO and AI search right now.What You’ll Hear:- Why AI search tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are changing how potential clients find therapists, and how to make sure your practice shows up- The most common website mistake group practice owners make — and how to fix it without a full rebrand- How to structure your website when your team has grown and everyone serves a different niche- Why your SEO foundation needs to be solid before you spend a single dollar on paid advertising- How to involve your associate therapists in content creation in a way that actually works for everyone- What Teddy has learned about leading a team and taking care of herself while taking care of othersResources Mentioned- Searchlight Digital: searchlightdigital.ca- Google Analytics: analytics.google.com- Google Search Console: search.google.com/search-console- Upcoming webinar with Teddy — How to Be Found in the Age of AI as a Group Practice Owner, April 15th - www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/webinarsFeatured Guest: Tedi BeznaTedi is the founder of Searchlight Digital, an all-Canadian, all-women search engine marketing agency. With over 11 years of experience in digital and search marketing, she and her team have supported over 650 websites in improving their online visibility, conversions & revenue. Specializing in working with health & wellness businesses, Tedi and her team take an integrated, people-first approach to connecting you with your ideal clients online!Follow Tedi Bezna and Searchlight DigitalInstagram: http://instagram.com/searchlightdigitalWebsite: https://searchlightmarketing.ca/Meet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

What does it actually mean to take care of yourself as a leader, not just as a therapist? In this conversation, Lisa sits down with longtime friend and colleague Jennifer Nagel to talk about congruence, self-leadership, and the retreat they are co-creating together in Costa Rica.What You’ll Hear:Why congruence is more than honesty and what it looks like when your values, mind, body, and spirit are genuinely in alignmentHow group practice owners can get so focused on metrics and systems that they forget they are human beings first, and what the cost of that really isThe skeleton and the heart: why structure and care are not opposites but partnersWhat it means to take up space as someone who is used to giving everyone else spaceWhy retreats create a different kind of transformation than any webinar or workshop can offerA first look at Coming Home to Congruence, the Costa Rica retreat happening January 31 to February 5, 2027Resources MentionedCongruent Practice website: congruentpractice.comCongruent Practice Facebook community: search Congruent Practice on FacebookComing Home to Congruence Costa Rica Retreat: January 31 to February 5, 2027 — registration is open now at congruentpractice.comFeatured Guest: Jennifer NagelJennifer Nagel is a soul-centered counsellor, international facilitator, and best-selling author who has spent over two decades helping people navigate chaos, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and create meaningful, authentic lives. Deeply rooted in the Satir Model and experiential approaches to transformation, Jennifer brings a grounded presence, sharp insight, and a deep trust in the resources of the human spirit.Her work spans continents and cultures — she has led programs and trainings in Canada, China, Kenya, Thailand, and Mexico, and currently serves as Director of Trainer Development with the Satir Institute of the Pacific. She is also senior faculty with the Banmen Satir China Management Centre.Jennifer is the author of Magic in the Muck: Finding Grace in Chaos, co-author of Virginia Satir’s Evolving Legacy, and founder and co-author of the collaborative books Therapists Are Human Too and The Healing Journey to Authenticity, created through book-writing retreats she co-facilitated in Mexico.Website: www.jennifernagelcounselling.comMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this honest and grounding conversation, Lisa sits down with Vancouver group practice owner Rebecca Rauscher, founder of Boundless Heart Counseling Group, to talk about what it really takes to grow a sustainable practice. From people-pleasing and painful leadership moments to stabilizing finances and learning to treat clinicians as “clients,” Rebecca shares the turning points that helped her step into leadership with more clarity, confidence, and support. If you’re in the thick of building a group practice, this episode will remind you: you’re not failing — you’re learning. And you don’t have to do it alone.What You’ll Hear:Rebecca’s journey from OT to counsellor to growing a 7-clinician group practiceWhy early-stage growth can feel exciting and destabilizing without the right foundationsThe shift from “my clients keep the business afloat” to “my clinicians are my clients”The leadership challenge of people-pleasing — and why it’s one of the biggest growth edgesHow learning your numbers builds confidence in hiring, policies, and tough decisionsThe role of coaching, peer support, therapy, and outside-industry mentors in staying resilientGrants, training, and CFO time: what helped Rebecca finally feel stable going into 2026Encouragement for practice owners in the messy middle: support changes everything👑 Leadership Prompt (End-of-Episode Challenge)If you’re in the thick of it right now, ask yourself:Where am I trying to do this alone — and what support would actually help me lead more confidently?Then take one small step this week: reach out, ask for help, or invest in the support you’ve been postponing.Because leadership doesn’t mean doing it solo — it means resourcing yourself to grow.Resources Mentioned- Boundless Heart Counselling Group (Rebecca’s practice) -- Linzy Bonham – Money Skills for Group Practice Owners- CDAP Grant (Canada Digital Adoption Program – discussed as a past grant opportunity)- BC Employer Training Grant (used to fund professional development)- Group Practice Connection www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/the-group-practice-connectionFeatured Guest: Rebecca RauscherRebecca Rauscher is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, educator, speaker and practice founder based in British Columbia. She is the Founder and Clinic Director of Boundless Heart Counselling Group, and a BCACC Approved Clinical Supervisor. With a background in counselling psychology and occupational therapy, Rebecca brings a whole-person, somatic, nervous-system-informed approach to mental health, leadership, and resilience. In addition to her clinical and supervisory work, she has taught at the graduate level and speaks to organizations and communities on resilience, growth through change, and sustainable leadership.Follow Rebecca:Website: https://www.boundlessheartcounselling.ca/Instagram: @Boundless Heart Counselling GroupMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

You can't lead a culture you haven't defined. This episode walks you through a practical three-layer checklist to help you get honest about whether your team culture is defined, communicated, and actually showing up in your practice day to day.What You’ll Hear:Why clarity is the root issue behind most team culture problems, and what it actually means to define your culture before you try to lead itHow to identify your core values not just for your clinical work but for how your practice operates, and why they need to live somewhere other than your headThe gap between having a culture defined and having it communicated, and the specific places where that gap turns into resentmentWhy onboarding is one of your most powerful culture tools and what a culture conversation in that process actually looks likeHow to look honestly at Layer 3, what you're actually doing, and whether your actions back up what you say your culture isA leadership challenge to help you identify one gap, one action, and one deadlineResources MentionedCultivate Your Team Worksheet, Module 6 (Group Practice Connection, available in Mighty Networks)Culture Clarity Checklist: https://grouppracticenetwork.myflodesk.com/culture-clarityGroup Practice Connection membership: grouppracticenetwork.ca/the-group-connectionOntario retreat (October) - grouppracticenetwork.ca/retreatsCosta Rica retreat, Congruent Practice: congruentpractice.comContact Lisa: lisa@grouppracticenetwork.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

Leading a group practice is only sustainable when you genuinely enjoy the people you're leading. This solo episode picks up where the conversation with Kathryn Atkinson left off and gets honest about what it actually takes to build a team culture that works for you, not just your therapists.What You’ll Hear:Why your voice and enjoyment in leading your team matters just as much as your therapists' experience of the practiceThe role alignment plays in hiring and why shared values beat clinical skill every timeCommon leadership mistakes group practice owners make, including hiring too fast, avoiding hard conversations, and leading from anxiety instead of clarityHow inconsistent leadership erodes team trust and what to do about itWhy clear expectations are an act of kindness, for both you and your teamA practical leadership challenge to help you identify the one behaviour that will move the needle in your practiceResources Mentioned- Episode with Kathryn Atkinson, Island Clinical Counselling (released March 3, 2026)- Group Practice Connection membership: grouppracticenetwork.ca/the-group-practice-connection- Ontario retreat (October) grouppracticenetwork.ca/retreats- Costa Rica retreat through Congruent Practice: congruentpractice.com- Contact Lisa: lisa@grouppracticenetwork.caLEADERSHIP CHALLENGE - Name one leadership behaviour — just one — that will help you build or rebuild a team you enjoy leading.Meet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this episode of the Empowered to Lead podcast, host Lisa Catallo sits down with Kathryn Atkinson, a dynamic group practice owner from Vancouver Island. Kathryn shares her journey of building a thriving practice, emphasizing the importance of collecting the right people over expanding locations. She discusses her unique business model, leadership style, and the value of collaboration over competition. Kathryn also offers insights into overcoming common challenges faced by group practice owners, such as taking calculated risks and maintaining a clear vision. Tune in to learn how Kathryn balances growth with purpose and supports her team in delivering exceptional client care.What You’ll Hear:Kathryn’s journey from supervising an intern to establishing a multi-location group practice.How her leadership focuses on collecting and supporting great people rather than just expanding locations.A unique business model where practitioners are tenants paying for services rather than traditional contractor splits.Common mistakes and misconceptions small business owners make around risk and investment.The importance of having a leadership team and support network for decision-making and accountability.Tips for overcoming imposter syndrome and staying grounded in your purpose as a CEO.How maintaining a focus on values and community impact helps guide decisions and leadership choices.Featured Guest: Kathryn AtkinsonKathryn Atkinson has been providing clinical counselling since 2010, supporting individuals, families, and groups with a range of mental health concerns, including BFRBs, OCD, autism, and trauma. As the founder and leader of Island Clinical Counselling, she is passionate about building a supportive team of practitioners and creating accessible, high-quality care for her community. Kathryn is also an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and offers workshops, group therapy, and professional consultation.Follow Kathryn:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IslandclinicalcounsellingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/islandclinicalcounselling/Website: www.islandclinicalcounselling.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

Support is not just an admin hire. It is the full ecosystem that helps you lead with intention instead of constantly catching up.In this shorter, practical episode, Lisa walks you through a simple support mapping exercise to identify gaps across four key categories, operational, clinical, leadership, and personal. You will map what you are currently doing, what others are doing, what needs a place, and what is missing. Then you will interpret what you find so you can choose one area to strengthen by the end of June.This episode is for group practice owners who feel burnt out, stretched thin, or unsure where to begin when it comes to getting support.What You’ll Hear:A simple “support map” exercise to identify gaps and blind spotsThe four categories of support: operational, clinical, leadership, and personalLeadership support that protects your business, including HR and financial guidancePersonal support, including rest rhythms, counselling, and home supportHow to interpret your map: overload, vulnerability, investment, and where you can step backA clear quarterly focus to build support that fits your needsLeadership ChallengeComplete your support map and choose one area to strengthen this quarter.Aim to strengthen it by the end of June by setting a plan, mapping goals, and getting the support you need to follow through. Meet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

As a group practice owner, it can feel like you are supposed to hold everything together. The clinical work, the leadership, the marketing, the finances, the emotional weight of your team. Somewhere along the way, “being a strong leader” can quietly turn into “doing it all alone.”In this episode, Lisa unpacks the myth of having to do it all. She explores the different types of support group practice owners actually need, why support feels so hard to reach for, and how to recognize the signs that it is time to build a stronger support system. This is a reflective and honest conversation about control, trust, money, identity, and stepping more fully into your CEO role.If you have been feeling stretched thin, resentful, or exhausted, this episode will help you pause and rethink what leadership really looks like.What You’ll Hear:Why “doing it all” is not a leadership badge of honourThe five types of support every group practice owner should considerThe hidden emotional labour of running a group practiceThe mindset blocks that make support feel hard, including control, guilt, and identityClear signs that you need more support in your businessWhat healthy support actually looks like in practiceA leadership challenge to help you take your next stepResources Mentioned- Muskoka Group Practice Owners Retreat (October 1 to 4, 2026) : www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/retreats- Costa Rica Retreat: Coming Home to Congruence: www.congruentpractice.com- Connect with Lisalisa@grouppracticenetwork.cawww.grouppracticenetwork.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this inspiring conversation, Lisa sits down with Gisela Lamadrid, founder of Strong Ties Counselling in the Lower Mainland of BC. Gisela shares her journey from solo practitioner to intentional group practice owner, the lessons she’s learned about leadership, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right support systems. Together, they explore what it really means to lead with care, community, and courage.What You’ll Hear:How Gisela built Strong Ties Counselling around her passion for supporting children, teens, and familiesWhy she chose to start her practice with a group vision in mindThe realities of leadership growth—grief, fear, and letting go of clientsHow intentional expansion helped her maintain connection and camaraderie across two locationsThe team behind her success—and why every leader needs a strong circle of supportHow to recognize when it’s time to invest in help, even when it feels uncomfortableThe mindset shifts required to move from counsellor to confident CEOResources MentionedStrong Ties CounsellingLisa Catallo Coaching – Coaching & Mentorship for Canadian Group Practice OwnersFeatured Guest: Gisella La MadridGisella La Madrid is the Founder of Strong Ties – Child & Family Services, where - along with her team - she supports children, teens, and families in their journey of growth and healing. She creates a warm, playful environment for kids, practical tools for teens and adults, and guidance for parents navigating challenges at home.Gisella is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with advanced training in play therapy, family therapy, and approaches like CBT and DBT. She also specializes in supporting families through separation and divorce, offering coaching, child-focused reports, and strategies to ease co-parenting transitions.With over a decade of experience in clinical, research, and non-profit settings, Gisella brings a practical, collaborative, and compassionate approach—working closely with families, schools, and professionals to ensure kids feel supported every step of the way. She is an accredited clinical supervisor and currently manages a team of 15 associates.Follow Gisella La Madrid:Website: www.strongties.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this episode of Empowered to Lead, Lisa walks group practice owners through a powerful boundary audit designed to help leaders notice where overgiving, rescuing, and avoidance may be quietly draining their energy. This episode invites you to pause, reflect, and step more fully into your CEO role by strengthening boundaries that support sustainable leadership, clarity, and capacity.What You’ll Hear:Why caring deeply can slowly turn into overextension and burnout for group practice ownersHow boundary violations show up through resentment, exhaustion, and avoidanceFive key boundary audit questions every CEO should regularly revisitThe difference between rescuing your team and truly leading themHow avoided decisions quietly drain your energy and leadership capacityPractical CEO reframes that support clarity, sustainability, and empowered leadershipResources MentionedBoundary Audit Workbook (fillable PDF): Available exclusively to Empowered to Lead listeners through the episode resources GPN CEO Boundaries Audit_Fillable.pdfContact Lisa Email: lisa@grouppracticenetwork.caWebsite: www.grouppracticenetwork.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over nine years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

If you listened to my conversation with Jessica Cowling and felt that “oh wow, that’s me” moment — this episode is your next step. We’re talking about two common crossroads for group practice owners: avoiding the numbers and leading from people-pleasing. I share my own experiences (including the resentment trap), and I walk you through five practical leadership steps you can take this month to protect your energy, lead with clarity, and build a practice that truly serves you.What You’ll Hear:The hidden cost of “I’ll just leave the numbers to the professional”How people-pleasing shows up in leadership (and why it breeds resentment)5 practical steps to build confidence without doing everything at onceThe mindset shift from clinical clients to your team as your clientHow to get support before you’re desperate — so you don’t burn out in silenceResources Mentioned:Episode with Jessica Cowling (previous episode)GPO Network (free Facebook group/community) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/gponetworkGroup Practice Connection (membership with 3 calls/month + templates/resources) - https://www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/the-group-practice-connectionIndividual coaching with Lisa - https://www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/individual-coachingRetreats (BC + Ontario mentioned, plus future Costa Rica planning) - https://www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/retreatsMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Lisa sits down with Jessica Cowling, founder of Innerworks Counselling in London, Ontario. Together, they explore what it means to grow as a leader — from the early stages of group practice ownership to running a multi-layered organization with a leadership team, clear systems, and financial clarity. Jessica shares the lessons, mistakes, and mindset shifts that helped her move from “I don’t want to be a leader” to confidently calling herself a CEO.What You’ll Hear:- How Jessica went from solo practice to leading a team of 28 (and why that growth felt both scary and freeing)- What it means to lead through others — shifting from direct connection to empowering middle management- How to build programs by letting your team’s passions shine- Jessica’s powerful approach to leadership: calling people up rather than calling them out- The truth about money in group practice — why “the numbers don’t lie” and how to make peace with them- The common money mistake practice owners make (hint: giving too much away)- How to balance being trauma-informed and business-minded- Why your business needs to take care of you, not the other way around- Practical steps to move from overwhelm to confidence as a CEOResources MentionedGroup Practice Connection – Lisa’s membership community for Canadian group practice ownersInnerworks Counselling London, ON – Jessica’s practiceLisa’s free Time & Energy Audit (mentioned in other episodes for related context)Featured Guest: Jessica CowlingJessica Cowling is the founder and CEO of InnerWorks Counselling, a thriving group practice in London, Ontario. Since launching as a solo practitioner in 2016, Jessica has grown InnerWorks into a team of over 30 clinicians, interns, coaches, and support staff who serve families across the region with an innovative, one-stop-shop approach to mental health care.Known for her visionary thinking and action-oriented leadership style, Jessica has built a practice that disrupts traditional therapy models - offering everything from Dungeons & Dragons therapy groups to in-home therapeutic coaching for autistic youth. She's passionate about creating meaningful clinical outcomes while also building a workplace where therapists can truly thrive.When she's not dreaming up new programs, learning vibe-coding, or diving into her beloved spreadsheets (usually with a coffee in hand), Jessica loves travelling to Mexico with her family, being the #1 karate/soccer-mom cheerleader, and snuggling on the couch with her goldendoodle, Hazel.Follow Innerworks London:www.innerworkslondon.comsocials @innerworks_londonMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this episode, Lisa explores the idea that group practices move through distinct seasons—and leadership looks different in each one. Whether you're planting, growing, tending, or harvesting, knowing your current season helps you lead with clarity, reduce pressure, and stop comparing your practice to others. Lisa walks through practical markers to identify your season, common leadership traps to avoid, and healthy boundaries that support you as the leader.What You’ll Hear:Why comparing your practice to others can distort your leadership decisionsThe 4 seasons of a group practice: Planting, Growing, Tending, HarvestingClear ways to identify which season you’re in (team dynamics, revenue, energy, planning vs reacting)How leadership priorities shift depending on your seasonCommon traps in each stage (identity, burnout, “lazy leadership,” overworking)Healthy leadership boundaries for each seasonYour leadership challenge: name your season + choose one aligned action for the next 30 daysMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

We’re kicking off Season 2 with a grounded, intentional reset for group practice owners. This episode invites you to slow down, take stock of the past season, and step into the next quarter with clarity, energy, and purpose—without the pressure or hustle culture vibes. You’ll hear reflections on wintering, the natural seasonality of practice ownership, what’s ahead for the podcast, and a simple three-step process to reset your leadership for Q1.What You’ll Hear:A warm welcome to Season 2 and what’s new in this next chapterWhy seasonality matters in leadership and practice ownershipWhat to expect from the episode rhythm this season: reflections, tools, and interviewsThe emotional load of leadership—and why you’re not doing this aloneA three-step Leadership Reset: Reflect, Reorient, ReclaimYour leadership challenge for Q1Resources MentionedGroup Practice Connection membershipFree Facebook community for group practice ownersOctober Group Practice Owners RetreatCoaching & support through Group Practice NetworkMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this reflective season finale, Lisa looks back on the first four months of the Empowered to Lead podcast — the growth, the surprises, the learning curves, and the themes that kept surfacing across every conversation. She shares what she’s learned as a leader, a coach, and a new podcast host, and invites listeners to consider where they’re being stretched and how they might “winter” in their own leadership. With warmth and honesty, Lisa closes out Season One and offers a glimpse into what’s coming in Season Two.What You’ll Hear:Why Season One was full of lessons, unexpected growth, and meaningful conversationsThe major themes that showed up repeatedly across interviewsWhat Lisa learned about leadership from hosting her first seasonThe importance of being intentional, slowing down, and creating spaceReflections from Wintering by Katherine May and how they apply to group practice ownersHow to prepare yourself for Season Two’s deeper leadership workYour leadership challenge for the break between seasonsResources MentionedBook: Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine MayEmail Lisa: lisa@grouppracticenetwork.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this episode of Empowered to Lead, Lisa sits down with Lucinda Bibbs and Stefanie Iverson, co-founders of New Ground Wellness, to explore what it takes to build and sustain a group practice in partnership. From defining roles to building trust, they share candid insights into navigating challenges, staying aligned with values, and leading with vision and collaboration.What You’ll Hear:The story of how Lucinda and Stefanie met and transitioned from solo practices to forming a partnership.Why clearly defining roles and responsibilities has been key to their success.How trust, transparency, and shared values keep them aligned as leaders.The importance of pausing, slowing down, and seeking support when overwhelm sets in.Lessons they’ve learned about systems, numbers, and staying flexible as their business grows.What makes New Ground Wellness unique and deeply aligned with their values.Resources MentionedAmbition Alliance - https://www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/the-ambition-allianceLinzy Bonham’s training/course Money Skills for Group Practice Owners - https://moneynutsandbolts.com/msgpo-ngp-nb/Group Practice Connection (peer support for practice owners) - https://www.grouppracticenetwork.ca/the-group-practice-connectionFeatured Guests: Lucinda Bibbs and Stefanie IversonStefanie Iverson is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Group Practice Co-Owner, Clinical Supervisor, and mom of three, with over 15 years in the mental health field. She’s passionate about helping adults and couples navigate relationships, growth, and life transitions with compassion and authenticity.In 2022, Stefanie merged her private practice with colleague Lucinda Bibbs to form New Ground Wellness—one of the South Okanagan’s largest and most trusted counselling practices. Today, she oversees operations and finances while leading a thriving team of 20+ clinicians and supporting emerging counsellors through supervision and practicum programs. Stefanie’s leadership reflects her deep commitment to collaboration, accessibility, and community well-being.Lucinda Bibbs is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Breathwork and Cold Exposure Facilitator, and co-owner of New Ground Wellness. With over a decade of experience, she helps people achieve mind–body–spirit balance through both traditional therapy and holistic practices.After merging her practice with Stefanie’s in 2022, Lucinda expanded her work to include workplace wellness, community programming, and embodied healing experiences. Through LightFORCE Academy and New Ground Wellness, she offers breathwork, coaching, and workshops across B.C.—helping people reconnect with themselves and their communities. Lucinda’s work is rooted in accessibility, empowerment, and the belief that true healing engages the whole person.Follow Stefanie and Lucinda/New Ground Wellness:Website: www.newgroundwellness.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

People pleasing shows up in almost every group practice owner — even the ones who look calm, confident, and steady on the outside. In this episode, we explore why it’s so common for therapists-turned-leaders, how it quietly erodes clarity and confidence, and what you can do to shift into grounded, assertive leadership that protects your time, your energy, and the long-term health of your practice.You’ll walk away with a simple leadership challenge to help you practise clearer, more values-aligned decision-making this week.What You’ll Hear:Why people-pleasing is so common for group practice owners (and why it makes total sense)The subtle ways people pleasers “under-lead” without realizing itHow undervaluing your expertise fuels unclear boundaries and over-accommodatingWhat happens in your business when decisions are delayed or driven by guiltWhy clarity — not control — is the foundation of effective, trauma-informed leadershipPractical ways to define your boundaries as a CEOA leadership challenge with four options (you’ll choose just one!) to practise assertive, grounded leadership this weekResources MentionedThe Group Practice Connection — Supportive membership for group practice owners who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and steadinessGroup Practice Network (1:1 Coaching) — Individual coaching to strengthen your leadership and systemsWebsite: grouppracticenetwork.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this episode of the Empowered to Lead podcast, Lisa Catallo interviews Wendy Huang, a group practice owner, about her journey in starting and managing a group practice. They discuss the challenges and rewards of leadership, the importance of having a vision and mission, and the common misconceptions about running a group practice. Wendy shares her experiences, insights on marketing, and the significance of mentorship in navigating the complexities of business ownership. The conversation emphasizes the importance of taking small steps, setting achievable goals, and finding support in the journey of entrepreneurship.What You’ll Hear:You are not alone in this journey.Leadership is about leading by example.Starting small is crucial for success.Having a clear vision and mission is essential.Featured Guest: Wendy Huang Wendy Huang is a registered clinical counsellor and a professional art therapist. She works with children between 5 and 14 years old and adults, helping them learn emotional regulation and use creative ways to experience therapeutic processes.ARTivity Finder explains itself. In art therapy, people are encouraged to combine ART with an ACTIVITY to explore their inner world. We, the therapists, can integrate art with a variety of counselling approaches to fit clients' needs.Follow Wendy Huang:Website: http://www.artivityfinder.com/Instagram: @artivity_finderMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this episode of Empowered to Lead, Lisa sits down with Madeline Larsen, co-founder of Practice Vital, to talk about how data can empower group practice owners to make confident, informed decisions. Together, they unpack how understanding your metrics can strengthen leadership, improve team conversations, and help you step fully into your CEO role—without drowning in spreadsheets.What You’ll Hear:The story behind Practice Vital and how it helps group practice owners access key business dataHow to make sense of your numbers (without being a “numbers person”)Turning data into meaningful insight for leadership and team developmentWhy data can neutralize emotional or difficult conversations with cliniciansHow understanding metrics supports better hiring, compensation, and retention decisionsTips for starting small and building confidence with data trackingPractice Vital’s features, integrations, and pricing overviewResources Mentioned- Practice Vital- EHRs compatible with Practice Vital: Jane, Simple Practice, Therapy Notes, Theranest, Intake Queue, and more- Connect with Practice Vital to book a demo or learn moreFeatured Guest: Madeline LarsenMadeline is one of four co-founders of PracticeVital. Her fellow co-founders include her cousin and his wife, who own a group therapy practice in the Chicago area, and her husband, an experienced software engineer and entrepreneur. Their skillsets came together back in 2023 after a dinner conversation inspired the creation of PracticeVital, the first ever automated dashboard for group therapy practices to more effortlessly track their business and performance metrics. Madeline’s background is in brand strategy and experience design. After leaving her 15 year career as an advertising executive in Chicago, she now leads all design and marketing efforts for PracticeVital. She and her husband reside in Evanston, Illinois with their two daughters.Follow Practice Vital:https://www.instagram.com/practicevitalhttps://facebook.com/groups/practicevital/https://www.linkedin.com/company/practicevitalFree gift: $30 off your first month with PracticeVital. Use code GroupPracticeNetwork. link: **https://www.practicevital.com/?ref=GroupPracticeNetwork**Meet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

In this solo episode, Lisa dives into one of the most underrated leadership habits for group practice owners — quarterly meetings. Whether you have two team members or twenty, regular one-on-one meetings can help you build connection, boost engagement, and strengthen your team culture. Lisa shares practical strategies, common objections, and her own lessons learned (the good, the awkward, and the surprising!) to help you make quarterly meetings meaningful and manageable.What You’ll Hear:Why quarterly meetings are essential for connection and engagementCommon objections (and why they’re missing the bigger picture)How to structure your meetings for purpose and warmthWhat to talk about — from goals to metrics to personal check-insHow to use meetings to strengthen leadership and retentionReal-life stories of what works — and when it doesn’tPractical tips on when, where, and how to meet effectivelyResources MentionedTraction by Gino WickmanGroup Practice Connection Membership — templates, discussion prompts, and examples for quarterly meetingsConnect with Lisa at lisa@grouppracticenetwork.caMeet the Host: Lisa CatalloLisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.Connect with the Host:Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.caInstagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetworkFacebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetworkLinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catalloLoved this episode? Let’s take it a step further.Grab the free Time + Energy Audit for Group Practice Owners to get super clear on where your time is going—and what it’s actually worth.👉 Download it hereAnd if you're ready for consistent support, connection, and access to done-for-you tools? Come join us inside Group Practice Connection—the membership designed to help Canadian group practice owners lead with clarity and confidence.✨ You don’t have to do this alone. Check it out hereEmpowered to Lead is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network Check out (Host Name) Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/giftsShare the Love✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and @grouppracticenetwork and let us know your biggest takeaway!🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you.Listen & Subscribe🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎧 Amazon Music🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network