The Practice of Therapy Podcast

In this podcast episode, host Gordon introduces Pavel, who shares his story about a tragic car accident he and his wife were in seven years ago. Pavel's wife remained paralyzed neck down, while he was able to recover. Pavel talks about the trials and tribulations they have faced during these seven years. Despite the challenges, Pavel remains hopeful and has a positive outlook on life. Gordon and Pavel discuss his experiences and some of the significant life lessons Pavel has learned as a caregiver.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Pavel on Instagram Pavel's Website Pavel on YouTube Practice Launch Club The Practice of Therapy Community Start Consulting Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free

This episode focuses on understanding the concept of how one's private practice can change over time. Gordon talks about his own experience, going from a solo practice to a group practice, and the mistakes he made along the way. He discusses the concept of lifestyle congruence and how having a larger practice requires more resources, time, and dedication. Gordon encourages other practitioners to consider the size of their practice and its potential impact on their lifestyle. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Show Notes Productive Practice Directory Julie Herres - Profit First for Therapists Podcasting Mini Course Start Consulting Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals

Teresa Williams is a therapist from Huntsville, Alabama, and has her own private practice where she does marriage and family counseling. In this episode, she talks about her passion for helping women who have gone through a divorce, sharing her journey as an example. She explains the distinct stages of divorce, from shock/confusion, to messy/complicated, and then the challenge of piecing things together when it is finalized. Teresa emphasized the significant losses associated with divorce and its importance for support and understanding. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Read the blog post! Confident and Courageous Woman Teresa Williams Counseling Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals Join The PsychCraft Network Today Free Mini Course: 4 Reasons To Start Your Podcast In 2023

In this special episode, Gordon Brewer shares the purpose of his podcast network, the Psychcraft Network. Lisa Mustard, Daniel Fava, Aaron Potratz, Melissa Tiessen, Karen Dyck, James Marland, and Whitney Owens join the show to discuss why they podcast. Hear from these podcasters about creating revenue, giving valuable insights, connecting with the world, and making an impact in all the right places through podcasting. If you want to make an impact in the world, consider podcasting and see how you can make a difference in the lives of others. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Check Out the Blog Post for This Episode Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Listen to All the Psychcraft Podcasts by Clicking Here! Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Join us for this live online course on April 21st, 2023: Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals.

Julie Herres, the founder, and CEO of GreenOak Accounting joins the show. It can be easy to forget to take care of yourself, but Julie explains why therapists must put their needs first. Every private practice deserves to be profitable; Julie dives into the concept of “Profit First,” which turns the traditional accounting equation upside down. Tune in as we chat about allocating your money into different accounts, how to run your business profitably, and why you need to limit spending to increase your financial freedom.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: GreenOak Accounting Julie's Podcast Julie's Book Instagram @therapyforyourmoneypodcast Instagram @julie.herres Money Matters In Private Practice - Premium Content Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals Join The PsychCraft Network Today!

In this special episode, James Marland interviews Gordon about a project they are working on around podcasting. First, Gordon reveals the inspiration behind his podcast, the Practice of Therapy. Plus, Gordon speaks about the challenges of podcasting and how you can navigate those obstacles. As Gordon and James discuss the benefits of joining a podcast network like PsychCraft, they also give the scoop on their step-by-step course: Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals. Resources Mentioned in This Episode:  Webinars & Trainings Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals Course Creation Studio Scaling Therapy Practice With James Marland Kingsport Counseling Green Oak Accounting Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Kindness and Compassion

In this episode, Executive Director and Owner of the Mental Health Marketing Conference, Steve Turney, joins the show. Steve chats about how different generations are overcoming the stigma of mental health therapy, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic. Also, Steve explains what we can expect at the Mental Health Marketing Conference this year, including virtual reality therapy! Tune in as we talk about technology, trends in mental health, and the power of advocacy and lived experiences in mental health marketing. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Mental Health Marketing on Facebook Mental Health Marketing Conference on LinkedIn Steve's Email: steve@mhmarketing.org Mental Health Marketing Conference How To Increase Revenue For Your Practice With Podcasting Try Mental Health Match For FREE! Use Code “PRACTICE” Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free

Are you looking for a cohesive strategy to attract well-aligned clients consistently? Well, you’re in luck! Bethany Raab joins the show to discuss what does and doesn’t work in mental health marketing. She touches on the strategies you can use to market your therapy services. Plus, Bethany reveals simple marketing techniques through referral and network partnerships, and we chat about speaking directly to your ideal client. Tune in as Bethany gives the scoop on her interactive live class that will give you the tools to grow your private practice. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! GWS for Therapists Course Contributor Application Try Mental Health Match For FREE! Use Code “PRACTICE” Meaningful Buzz: Four Weeks to Grow Your Therapy Practice Bethany on LinkedIn Bethany's Website Bethany on Instagram Bethany on Twitter Bethany on Facebook

In this episode, Ryan Schwartz, the founder of Mental Health Match, joins the show. First, we discuss the client-therapist relationship and how it starts before your therapy sessions. He explains why therapists must ensure their online profiles are putting their best foot forward. Ryan dives into the problems with insurance provider directories and how they are often misleading. Tune in as we chat all about Mental Health Match and how it is designed to facilitate a feeling of fit before a new client even contacts you. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! GWS for Therapists Course Contributor Application Try Mental Health Match For FREE! Use Code “PRACTICE” Focus Group For Small Group Practice Owners  Email Ryan: info@mentalhealthmatch.com Ryan on LinkedIn Mental Health Match on Instagram Mental Health Match on Facebook

Raffi Bilek, the creator of WorkspaceEHR.com, joins the show. You shouldn’t have to pay a fortune for EHR features you never use; that’s where Google Workspace can come into play. Raffi is passionate about teaching people how to use Google Workspace for their private practice. He explains how and why he uses Google Workspace as his EHR system. Plus, Raffi gives all sorts of tips and tricks around using Google Workspace, how to set it up for your private practice, and other add-ons that could be useful in conjunction with Google Workspace. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Try Mental Health Match For FREE! Use Code “PRACTICE” Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Workspace EHR Raffi's Email: info@workspaceEHR.com Baltimore Therapy Center GWS for Therapists Course Contributor Application Google Workspace for Therapists (formerly G-Suite for Therapists)

In this episode, Steve Bisson, host of Finding Your Way Through Therapy, joins the show. First, Steve speaks about his niches and how he found himself working with people who have substance use issues, people with trauma, and first responders. Then, Steve dives into his work as an emotional management coach. We touch on the differences between mental health therapy and coaching. Tune in as we chat about why you need both a therapist and a coach; plus, Steve speaks about the inspiration behind his show Finding Your Way Through Therapy. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Try Mental Health Match For FREE! Use Code “PRACTICE”  Join The PsychCraft Network Today! GWS for Therapists Course Contributor Application Podcast: Finding Your Way Through Therapy Steve’s Website Book: Finding Your Way Through Therapy: A Navigation Tool for Therapists & Clients Steve on Instagram

In this episode, graduate student Samantha Cimo joins the show. First, Samantha speaks about the importance of destigmatizing mental health counseling, especially for teenagers. The COVID pandemic allowed people to become more open to mental health counseling and social media platforms like TikTok gave teenagers an outlet for discussing their mental health concerns. Later, Samantha explains why every therapist needs a therapist of their own. Tune in as we discuss the inspiration behind Samantha's show: "Good. You?" Therapy Podcast. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: "Good. You?" Therapy Podcast Follow Samantha on Instagram Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Be A Podcast Guest

This episode is about goal-setting and how you can achieve your resolutions for 2023. First, consider the why behind your goals and nail down the motivation for your 2023 plans. If you are new to goal-setting, using the SMART Goals Worksheet is an easy way to write goals. Remember, you want your goals to be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-specific. Later, Gordon speaks about how to stay organized when it comes to goal-setting; he loves using the Full Focus Planner. Tune in as he chats about working backward toward goal-setting and starting with the small steps to achieve big things! Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! SMART Goals Worksheet! Full Focus Planner GWS for Therapists Course Contributor Application

In this episode, Gordon does something he usually does with his guests. He asks the questions, “What is your story? And how did you land where you have landed? Gordon shares his own private practice story and how he got started with the Practice of Therapy. And with this being the last episode of 2022, Gordon reflects back on the year and some of the changes and new things happening in his practice and with the Practice of Therapy. He talks about starting the PsychCraft Network and the Practice Launch Club. He highlights the importance of community and his mission to help people connect and find support.  Read more here... Resources mentioned: Practice of Therapy Website Join the Practice Launch Club!  (Use the promo code PLC22 till the end of 2022 and save) Practice of Theapy Community Find out more about Therapy Notes (use the promo code "Gordon" and get 2 months free) Follow us on Instagram @TPOTPodcast Follow us on Facebook

In this episode Gordon talks with Dr. Amy Fortney Parks about the new supervision directory she started, clinicalsupervisiondirectory.com some of her motivation around starting this new directory.  Amy and Gordon delve into how supervision can help you grow your practice plus help in "paying it forward" in our professions as counselors, therapists and social workers. Amy and Gordon talk about some of the struggles of licensure portability and how we can be better advocates of our professions as counselors and therapists.  They also discuss how providing internships in your practice can solve the problem of therapist shortages and give new graduates and opportunity to grow and build their careers.  Supervision not only help new counselors and therapists reach their goal of licensure, but it also helps build our professions and give clinicians multiple ways to grow their careers.  Read more... Resources Mentioned: Dr. Amy's Resources The Clinical Supervision Directory The Wise Family Resources Join The Practice Launch Club Today! (Use promo code PLC22 until 12/31/22 to get membership for just $59 a month) TherapyNotes.com (Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free.) Find Other Great Podcasts on the PsychCraft Network Today! Be A Podcast Guest Practice of Therapy Community The Course: Google Workspace for Therapists Follow @PracticeofTherapy on Instagram Meet Gordon Brewer, MEd, LMFT Gordon is the person behind The Practice of Therapy Podcast & Blog. He is also President and Founder of Kingsport Counseling Associates, PLLC. He is a therapist, consultant, business mentor, trainer, and writer. PLEASE Subscribe to The Practice of Therapy Podcast wherever you listen to it. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter @therapistlearn, and Pinterest, “Like” us on Facebook.  

Dr. Reda is a global trauma expert, the author of several books, and a highly sought-after dynamic public speaker. In this episode, psychiatrist Dr. Omar Reda shares insight from his book, The Wounded Healer. By framing work and self-care with a compassionate mindset, The Wounded Healer aims to educate mental health professionals on measures to prevent burnout, damage to family relationships, and inner turmoil they may experience due to their work. Dr. Reda hopes to change how therapists approach their well-being by bringing awareness to how they internalize their clients' trauma. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Dr. Reda's Email: DrOmarAReda@gmail.com Dr. Reda's Website Dr. Reda on LinkedIn Untangled: A Go-To Guide for Caregivers of Traumatized Children, Families, and Communities The Wounded Healer: The Pain and Joy of Caregiving Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Launch Club The Practice of Therapy Community

Dr. Karen Dyck & Dr. Melissa Tiessen are two mid-career(ish!) psychologists working in private practice. They started Intentional Therapist out of recognizing that self-care is so incredibly important for the work we do as mental health clinicians, yet we get little to no training in this area. In this episode, Melissa Tiessen and Karen Dyck discuss female therapists' unique challenges in their personal and professional environments. Pursuing a balance between your individual needs and the well-being of your clientele is the most significant way to ensure your ability to provide the best level of care possible. Although we may prioritize helping others, we must create space for personal health to be more effective. Regardless of gender, all therapists should approach their practice intentionally and maintain an awareness of their individual needs. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Intentional Therapist Thrivival 101: A Fresh Take on Self-Care for Female Mental Health Clinicians Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Launch Club The Practice of Therapy Community

Chris McDonald is a Licensed Professional Counselor and holistic provider with a group online practice, “Path to Hope Counseling,” in North Carolina. In this episode, Chris McDonald shares her holistic approach to telehealth sessions. Her methods integrate yoga, meditation, and spirituality to create more beneficial digital therapy spaces for clients. Although it may seem daunting to transform a traditional office into a holistic virtual practice, McDonald's experience reveals invaluable advice for the unique demands of telehealth and new approaches to client wellness. Tune in this week to hear us discuss investing in quality equipment, staying connected with your networks, and maintaining boundaries to protect your energy. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: The Holistic Counseling Podcast Chris on Instagram Self-Care for the Counselor: A Holistic Guide for Helping Professionals Holistic Counseling Webinar Series The Holistic Counseling & Self-care Group Path To Hope Counseling Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free  Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Launch Club

Clifton Mitchell, Ph.D., is an international clinical trainer and keynote speaker with love for teaching and over 30 years of training experience. Engaging empathetically with clients is a big part of therapy, but it is essential to incorporate targeted strategies to achieve maximum improvement. In this episode, retired professor Clifton Mitchell continues his discussion on maximizing the benefits of therapy sessions by targeting the subconscious and using specific language. Tune in this week to learn how Mitchell’s methods can reprogram bad habits, dissatisfaction in life, or general frustration by using neurology to intentionally target triggers and reprogram the mind. Resources Mentioned In This Episode:  Clifton's Website Priming: Programming the Mind for Habit Change and Success Effective Techniques for Dealing with Highly Resistant Clients Clifton Mitchell's Course Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Launch Club Be A Podcast Guest The Practice of Therapy Community

Clifton Mitchell, Ph.D., is an international clinical trainer and keynote speaker with love for teaching and over 30 years of training experience. In this episode, retired professor Clifton Mitchell explains how he uses Dominant Thought Theory to incorporate the practice of priming into his sessions with clients. Mitchell aims to reprogram his clients' minds by investigating the subconscious origins behind the thoughts preceding our actions. He carefully identifies triggers and strategically replaces them with new, more positive associations to help individuals exhibiting undesirable behaviors or bad habits. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Clifton's Website Priming: Programming the Mind for Habit Change and Success Effective Techniques for Dealing with Highly Resistant Clients Clifton Mitchell's Course Launch Club Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Join The PsychCraft Network Today!