Abundant Practice Podcast

Abundant Practice Podcast

I want you to quit your agency job, & start your life! Stop circling the drain in agencies & have more free time, income, & freedom in private practice. In this podcast, we answer your private practice questions & work through the places that most therapists get stuck. In the Abundance Party, my membership program, I take you through step by step. I'll show you how to work half the hours, make 3x the income, & see the clients you do great work with. ✨ Head to www.abundanceparty.com to learn more. 📝 Get our free private practice checklist, worksheets, & more at www.abundancepracticebuilding.com ❤️ Need more help getting started? Please email our team help@abundancepracticebuilding.com for further support.

Episodes

October 8, 2025 27 mins

Today’s guest, J. Timothy Davis, Ph.D. joins me to explore his work with boys who are often labeled as “challenging”—and why that label doesn’t tell the whole story. Drawing on his clinical expertise and his experience as a volunteer firefighter, Tim shares how he blends multiple therapeutic approaches to connect with and support these boys.

We talk about the growing pressures boys face in elementary school—academic demands, reduce...

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In this Ask Allison, I’m breaking down why private practice actually works—and why it only seems impossible if you’ve been stuck in a system that burns you out. We’ll cover what makes private practice sustainable, how to navigate the fear, and why therapists everywhere are working less, earning more, and finally enjoying their work. It’s not a fantasy. It’s just a better system—and yes, it’s totally doable.

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Today’s guest, Dr. Sumi Raghavan, PHD, joins me to talk about her powerful transition from academia to full-time private practice. She shares the motivations behind her decision, the challenges she faced along the way, and the key moments that shaped her journey.

We dive into what it was like to balance academic responsibilities while building a trauma-focused, cross-cultural therapy practice—and what ultimately led her to go all-i...

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Ever dream of living part of the year abroad and running a thriving in-person practice? 🌍✨
 
In this Ask Allison, I’m breaking down how to make it work when you’re living a dual-country life—whether you’re gone for a few weeks or a solid thr...
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September 24, 2025 29 mins

In today's podcast, Abundance Community member Adina and I dive into the art of professional networking—how to build genuine relationships while still being intentional about referrals. We talk about keeping connections warm through small, thoughtful gestures and the balance between giving and receiving in referral dynamics. Adina also shares where she’s at with her SEO and website performance, an...

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In today’s Ask Allison, we’re diving into whether starting with insurance is a smart move—or if you should go private pay from day one.
 
We’ll walk through the trade-offs, the numbers that matter, and how to choose the path that actually w...

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September 17, 2025 25 mins

In today's podcast, Abundance Community member Ashley and I explore the growth of her Tampa-based private practice, where she’s managing 50 clients and feeling the strain of 32 weekly sessions. We talk through burnout, fee adjustments, and the impact of charging $80 per session in a high-cost area. Ashley shares her interest in refining her ADHD niche, especially with medication-resistant adults, and we discuss balancing strategy w...

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In today’s Ask Allison, we’re breaking down the smartest way to grow a part-time practice without burning out. You’ll learn the four steps that matter most: calculate your income target, choose a niche that speaks to client pain, build a website that makes clients feel instantly understood, and network where your ideal clients already turn for support.<...
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September 10, 2025 27 mins

In today's podcast, Abundance Community member Megan and I dive into her plans to niche her practice around ADHD and eating disorders, especially for high-functioning adults who may be late-diagnosed. We talk through website messaging, fee setting, and session structure—all while keeping her growth goals aligned with ethical practice. We also explore the role of self-disclosure in marketing, weighing how sharing personal experience...

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Overwhelmed by referrals?
 
In today’s Ask Allison, we’re unpacking the truth about building a referral network that actually lasts. You’ll learn why depending on a singl...
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Ellie Miller, LCSW-C joins me in today’s episode to talk about showing up authentically in your marketing and why it matters for therapists. We dig into simple, effective ways to uncover your natural writing voice—like gathering feedback from loved ones and paying attention to how you communicate casually. Ellie also shares tips for building a brand voice cheat sheet, using AI tools like ChatGPT with intention, and steering clear o...

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Leaving a group practice and wondering if you can take your clients with you? In today’s Ask Allison, we’re breaking down the legal and ethical gray areas around client ownership, what non-compete clauses really mean, and how to handle transitions in a way that protects you and your clients. By the end, you’ll know what steps to take before you leave, how to keep ...
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August 27, 2025 26 mins

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Struggling to commit to a niche?

In today’s Ask Allison, I’m sharing why your niche doesn’t have to be perfect—or permanent. You’ll learn how to approach niching without the pressure, why it’s more like dating than marriage, and what to do if you’re battling indecision or imposter syndrome. By the end, you’ll know how to choose a “good enough” niche for right now,...

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Want a full caseload of self-pay clients?
 
In today’s Ask Allison, I’m breaking down the three-part formula: a clear niche, consistent authentic marketing, and a great client experience. You’ll learn why your niche doesn’t have to box you ...
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In today’s episode of the podcast, we’re doing something a bit different. This episode features a course from my new company, Not Boring CEs (don't worry - Abundance isn't going anywhere). 

At Not Boring CEs, we offer an engaging way to earn your asynchronous continuing education credits without sacrificing enjoyment. You can listen to the training sessions on the go through the Not Boring CEs podcast (avail...

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Feeling trapped in agency work because of the benefits?
 
In today’s Ask Allison, I’m bre...

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Aja Evans, LMHC joins me in today’s episode to talk about her upcoming book on money in therapy—how it shows up in the room, and why it matters for both therapists and clients. We dig into common financial struggles faced by therapists (especially women), gaps in financial education during grad school, and how social media can distort our sense of financial reality. Aja also shares her take on wealth, class, and power dynamics in t...

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