DiscoverWise Practice PodcastShould You Hire Family In Your Counseling Practice? Lessons for Faith-Based Owners - Podcast Takeover with Amy Dover
Should You Hire Family In Your Counseling Practice? Lessons for Faith-Based Owners - Podcast Takeover with Amy Dover

Should You Hire Family In Your Counseling Practice? Lessons for Faith-Based Owners - Podcast Takeover with Amy Dover

Update: 2025-10-14
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Have you ever thought about hiring your spouse, your mom, or another family member in your counseling practice? It sounds wonderful… until you realize it can get complicated fast.

In this takeover episode, my friend and colleague Amy Dover explores a question I know many faith-based practice owners have asked themselves: Should I hire a family member in my counseling practice? Amy shares her own story of working alongside her mom as a practice manager, highlighting both the blessings and the challenges that come with blending family and business. She offers practical steps, biblical wisdom, and reflection questions to help you discern if hiring a spouse, parent, or relative is the right move for your practice.

02:06 The Big Question: Should You Hire Family?
04:53 Cautions & Pitfalls to Consider
06:19 Amy’s Story: Hiring Her Mom as Practice Manager
09:20 Practical Steps for Success
11:25 A Faith-Centered Perspective
12:05 Reflection Questions for Practice Owners
14:06 Recap & Final Encouragement

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Email Amy directly at amy@wisepracticeconsulting.com

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Should You Hire Family In Your Counseling Practice? Lessons for Faith-Based Owners - Podcast Takeover with Amy Dover

Should You Hire Family In Your Counseling Practice? Lessons for Faith-Based Owners - Podcast Takeover with Amy Dover

Whitney Owens