Abundant Practice Podcast (Allison Puryear)

In today's episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Chelyan explore how to identify your niche for adolescents, who to network with when you work with adolescents, & who to speak to & where on your website (child vs guardian). They also discuss Chelyan's plans to move out of state & transition from solo to group practice. 

Guest Frankie Berkoben joins Allison in today's episode to share how to design your own systems based on your specific needs & strengths, how to understand the considerations that impact systems, & how to use the 5 Ds: do, delete, delegate, disappoint & defer.

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To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.

How can you set yourself up for private practice success if you’re still in grad school? Find out on today’s Ask Allison episode of the podcast! 

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party! Join today & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

Abundance Community member Helen and Allison discuss marketing strategies, emphasizing the importance of relationship building through networking and social media. Together, they explore the challenges of catering to a diverse clientele, including those who are neurodivergent, LGBTQI+, and/or have experienced spiritual and religious trauma. They explore the unique experiences of Helen's clients and the potential challenges they face and strategize on navigating holidays and maintaining a schedule to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

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In today's episode of the podcast, Abundance Community member Allie & Allison discuss Allie's plan to shift her focus from DBT clients to adult children of emotionally immature parents. Together, they explore strategies for identifying potential clients, the expectations of their ideal clients during therapy, and the potential use of various marketing channels. They also consider the challenges of working with teenagers and the importance of skill-building in dialectical behavioral therapy.

Want monthly group calls with Allison and 1:1s with our consultant? Join Party+! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rrsqK2.

What can pre-licensed therapists do to start building a private practice? Find out on today’s Ask Allison episode of the podcast!

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Are you working with two very different niches & have absolutely no idea how to market your practice as a result? Tune into this week's Ask Allison episode of the podcast as Allison shares her thoughts.

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Why put off success? Join the Abundance Party & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

Abundance Community member Catherine and Allison discuss the challenges and potential solutions for Catherine's San Francisco-based private practice. They consider focusing on a specific population, increasing Catherine's fees, and clarifying her expertise in working with traumatic childhood experiences. 

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Different areas have different challenges. Here are considerations for therapists in small, rural towns.

In today's episode, Allison and guest Tiffany Cogwin discuss the topic of chronic fatigue, including the differentiation between general exhaustion and chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as the link between fatigue and time spent outside. They also explore the personal struggles of being overwhelmed and overcommitted, and the trend of younger generations shying away from traditional career paths due to burnout and fatigue. 

To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog. 

Abundance Community member Ann & Allison discuss Ann's transition from an insurance-based practice to a cash-based practice. Together they explore the importance of online visibility for therapists & examine the effectiveness of Ann's website while also going over her struggle to attract visitors. They also highlight the importance of consistent & effective marketing in maintaining a steady flow of clients.

What bad practice advice pisses you off? Allison shares her least favorite "tips" in this week's Ask Allison episode of the podcast. 

To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist for getting started in private practice, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party! Join today & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

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We love a private practice owner who’s building intentionally. 

Allison & Abundance Community members Meredith & Sarah discuss the challenges & opportunities of transitioning to a group practice, focusing on supervisory billing, social media marketing, & networking strategies. They also explore the complexities of accepting different insurance types & the importance of balancing their personal & professional lives.

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In today's episode of the podcast, Abundance Community member Jessica & Allison discuss Jessica's professional reorientation, focusing on her niche, and also explore strategies for effective communication and stress management. 

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If you’ve ever not upheld a no show or late cancellation fee, you need to watch this. 

Guest Michelle Kater joins Allison in today's episode to explain the difference between cultural constructs & social constructs, how these constructs impact clients & shift our lens as therapists, plus four ways culture can impact mental health.

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This Ask Allison episode of the podcast is for you if you’re surrounded by other therapists with the same goal as you & wondering “how is this supposed to work?” 

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Are you putting all your eggs in one basket with a single referral source? Allison explores the importance of diverse referral sources in today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast, also available on our Youtube channel.

In today's episode of the podcast, Abundance Community member Misty and Allison discuss Misty's struggles with defining her niche of mixed race women with anxiety and perfectionism. Together they also explore strategies for building a client base, including networking, understanding and catering to their ideal client, and utilizing SEO. Allison shares her experiences on balancing motherhood and business, offering advice on handling the "summer slump," and encouraging Misty to seek feedback on her website and be more intentional in her marketing efforts.

Want monthly group calls with Allison and 1:1s with our consultant? Join Party+! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rrsqK2.

Abundance Community member Martha and Allison discuss Martha's ideal clients: driven, relationship-focused individuals who struggle with feelings of inadequacy and unmet potential. Together, they brainstorm how to attract these clients and how Martha can incorporate her other interests, including Buddhism and meditation, into her marketing. 

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Allison & Abundance Community member Emily brainstorm strategies to market Emily's practice, with a focus on reaching both parents and young adults seeking chronic pain management. They also explore the challenges and opportunities of being a private-pay mental health professional, including balancing schedules and managing seasonal fluctuations in demand. PSST: Prefer video? This can also be streamed on our Youtube channel!

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Abundance Community member Tori and Allison explore Tori's apprehensions about starting a private practice, marketing strategies for her therapy practice, thematic concerns of her clients, and the importance of networking. They also discuss legal considerations for email marketing, the benefits of establishing strong relationships with other professionals, and the importance of following up with contacts.

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Wanting to move your practice to somewhere else in the state? Find out how on today’s Ask Allison episode of the podcast!

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Why put off success? Join the Abundance Party & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

In today's podcast episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Kristen discuss not staying in a niche simply because you're good at it, how to build another niche, & why working hard isn't the goal.

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Allison & Abundance Community member Cyn discuss all things groups - from creating one to promoting it, also available to stream on our Youtube channel!

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Wondering what specific things you need to hone in on in your marketing to attract private-pay clients? Allison shares her two cents in today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast.

Originally aired July 15, 2022.

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In today's episode, Allison chats with Abundance Community member Rae about her plans to move out of state and transition from solo to group practice. They also discuss the potential challenges of adjusting to new policies and work cultures and explore the importance of finding easy systems for business ownership.

In today's podcast episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Aliza explore how to focus on what you want when a lot interests you & marketing one model at a time.

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Want the opportunity to have a 1:1 with Allison? Join the Abundance Party & get 75% off your 1st month with coupon code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty

Looking to transition your brick-and-mortar practice into a virtual one? Check out today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast for some of Allison's tips!

Originally aired February 26, 2022.

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In today's episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Ann discuss different ways to message your offers, marketing strategies to help therapists find you, & leveraging what has worked in the past in new ways.

Kate Walker joins Allison in today's episode to explore why wanting to be a better supervisor than you had isn’t going to make you a better supervisor & how to mitigate your liability as a supervisor.

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To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.

Attention Abundance Community members: Kate Walker is our March trainer. For details on the live training via Zoom, check out the event listing in the private Abundance Community Facebook group &/or the "Upcoming Events" section of your membership portal. 

Nicole McCance joins Allison in today's episode to discuss hiring the right employees for company success, leveraging digital marketing for client attraction, improving client retention and admin support, plus the power of community and professional growth.

To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog. You can check out her free training at https://mccancemethod.com/webinar-free-masterclass-from-solo-to-superteam/. 

Connor McClenahan joins Allison in today's episode to discuss the stresses and challenges faced by therapists, particularly in the last few years. Together, they explore how many therapists often create their own stressors and demands, which can lead to a loss of agency and feelings of burnout. Connor and Allison also highlight the importance of finding joy outside of work and re-centering oneself. 

To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.

Attention Abundance Community members: Connor McClenahan is our April trainer. For details on the live training via Zoom, check out the event listing in the private Abundance Community Facebook group &/or the "Upcoming Events" section of your membership portal. 

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Want individualized support & group calls with Allison? Join Party+! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rrsqK2.  

In today's podcast episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Joshua Terhune discuss tailoring your marketing efforts to your clients, dealing with social media haters, how to be yourself on video, plus how to make your videos go viral.

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Want individualized support & group calls with Allison? Join Party+! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rrsqK2.  

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Want individualized support & group calls with Allison? Join Party+! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rrsqK2.  

Most therapists haven’t been great at boundaries their whole life. It makes sense if you struggle with saying "yes" when you want to say "no" in your practice. We address that in today's Ask Allison episode of the pdocast.

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What are your thoughts on delaying home gratification? Allison shares hers in today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast. 

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Allison & special guest Shannon Heers discuss the factors that can impact therapists' confidence & share strategies to maintain or increase it. Together, they also highlight the importance of continuing education, consultation, & clinical supervision for licensed therapists to stay updated with new practices & prevent burnout.

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In today's episode of the podcast, Abundance Community member Emily shares with Allison her challenges in transitioning from a teletherapy agency to private practice, mainly with regard to marketing and client acquisition. Together, they work through some of Emily's imposter syndrome and also discuss the importance of finding a niche.

Want monthly group calls with Allison and 1:1s with our consultant? Join Party+! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rrsqK2.

Want to give your best clinical care to your clients? Today’s Ask Allison episode shares the difference between agency, group practice, & independent supervision.

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party! Join today & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

Are you absolutely dreading an upcoming networking event? Tune in as Allison shares some tips that will make you feel (and appear!) more confident in today's Ask Allison, also available on Youtube and social media!

Not 100% satisfied with where your practice is at? Make the necessary changes to enjoy it more this new year. Tune into today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast for some of Allison's top tips.

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Interested in starting a private practice but worried about navigating all of the little details on the backend? Tune into today's Ask Allison for Allison's advice on starting & running a business.

How messed up is it if your niche is… you? Find out on today’s Ask Allison episode!

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Why put off success? Join the Abundance Party & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

In today's episode, guest Jenn Fredette shares where to start with your website copy & why therapists are better than almost any other business owner at messaging.

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In today's episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Emma explore how to keep marketing when you aren't seeing results, understanding your own capacity, & better ways to get referrals from doctors.

 I discuss whether social media is necessary on today’s Ask Allison. Check it out whether you love or hate social media.

Special guest Dr. Frederic Reamer joins Allison in today's episode to discuss the risks & mitigation strategies in the field of behavioral health. He also shares the need for seeking ethical consultation when faced with difficult decisions & highlights the importance of adhering to codes of ethics to prevent both potential lawsuits & board complaints.

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To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.

Attention Abundance Community members: Dr. Reamer is our February trainer. For details on the live training, check out the event listing in the private Abundance Community Facebook group &/or the "Upcoming Events" section of your membership portal. 

Are you wanting to raise your rates while on insurance panels & not sure how to do so? Allison shares her advice in this week's Ask Allison episode of the podcast!

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Why put off success? Join the Abundance Party & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

Megan Walsh joins Allison in today's episode to discuss the issue of therapists feeling creatively disconnected and share strategies for therapists wanting to reconnect with their creativity. Together, they explore how therapists often lose their creative connection due to overthinking, comparison, and a lack of alignment with their unique selves. In this episode, Megan suggests different activities a therapist can do to evoke joy and thus gain some clarity about both personal and professional goals.

To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.

Attention Abundance Community members: Megan Walsh is our May trainer. For details on the live training via Zoom, check out the event listing in the private Abundance Community Facebook group &/or the "Upcoming Events" section of your membership portal. 

In today's Ask Allison, Allison shares why there is no job better for therapist parents than working in private practice.

In today's podcast episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Marian chat about hiring for personality, smoother ways to onboard, & how to scale clinically.

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Do you want a 1:1 with Allison? Snag a 50-minute session for 60% off with code WOOT: http://bit.ly/3rmxG1G. For information on other ways to work with Allison, visit https://abundancepracticebuilding.simplero.com/product. 

Abundance's very own Lindsay Melka, LPC joins Allison in today's episode to share what often slows therapists' progress as they build, the hardest things about building a practice, plus realistic expectations for practice building.

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To learn more about Lindsay & how she can help you in your practice, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog. 

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Want to attract more self-pay clients? Allison shares some helpful tips & tricks in today's episode of the podcast!

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Ever seen a therapist website with testimonials and wonder how they obtained them ethically/if they are even allowed to post them? Allison explains in this week's Ask Allison episode of the podcast!

Your agency job isn’t the most financially secure option for you… by a long shot. Find out why on today’s Ask Allison episode!

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party! Join today & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

Guest Ann Robinson, LCSW joins Allison in today's episode to discuss how work/life balance has become weaponized, how to get your needs met without hustling, plus how to push through the discomfort of downtime.

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Abundance Community member Kimberly and Allison discuss Kimberly's professional niche, which involves working with trans and non-binary teens and adults, focusing on transition support and trauma work. They struggle with how to effectively describe this niche on Kimberly's website and emphasize the importance of language sensitivity. 

Get your practice started without wasting a bunch of time. Listen to today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast to learn how! 

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What kind of experience should you have before venturing into private practice? We tackle that in today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast.

Your phone is finally ringing but most of the callers don’t book an intake. Today’s Ask Allison episode will teach you how to book more from the phone. 

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To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party! Join today & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

Paul Fugelsang joins Allison in today's episode to discuss the importance of plant medicine, the potential benefits of exploring the unknown and asking deeper questions about life, & the inherent nature of suffering in life and the futility of trying to eliminate it.

To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.

In today's episode, Allison & Abundance Community member Weronica [sic] discuss the latter's concerns about her psychotherapy practice, specifically her fees and the number of clients she is seeing. They acknowledge the potential stress and emotional responses triggered by financial matters and agreed on the need to separate the numbers from personal feelings. 

It’s supposed to feel scary. If it didn’t, there wouldn’t be growth. And everyone would’ve quit their crappy jobs by now.  

To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist for getting started in private practice, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links. Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party! Join today & get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 

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In today’s episode of the podcast, available on YouTube, Allison & guest Steffeny Feld, LCSW, discuss the concept & practice of intensive therapy. Tune in as Steffeny shares her personal journey from skepticism to offering intensive therapy in her own practice, specifically highlighting how it can provide clients with autonomy & the ability to address issues more efficiently. Together, Allison & Steffeny also explore the variety of ways intensive therapy can be structured to meet the unique needs of clients, including options for length & frequency of sessions. 

Attention Abundance Community members: Steffeny Feld is also our Abundance Community trainer for August. For details on the live training via Zoom, check out the event listing in the private Abundance Community Facebook group &/or the "Upcoming Events" section of your membership portal. Not an Abundance Community member but want access to monthly trainings with industry experts, the private Facebook group, plus loads of other perks? Join the Party today!

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This isn’t the area to scrimp on, but there are some more affordable options than hiring an attorney to create them from scratch. Learn how on today’s Ask Allison episode.

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