Ever stared at your course platform and thought, “What in fresh hell is this?!” If the idea of choosing the right tech stack for your online program makes you want to throw your laptop out the window, this episode is for you.
We’re cutting through the noise to talk about the real-world pros and cons of the most popular hosting and delivery platforms for therapists creating online programs, memberships, and courses. No fluff. No tech jargon. Just honest, practical guidance to help you pick a platform that works for you—without the tears and 1 a.m. Google spirals.
Heads up: This episode isn’t about free or low-cost tools. If you’re looking for budget-friendly tech, go listen to Episode 96, where we break those down in detail. Today’s episode is all about sustainable, scale-ready platforms for therapists ready to do this thing right the first time.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The 4 core features therapists actually need in a course platform
- How to figure out what YOU need before choosing a tool
- Why your tech should feel invisible to the end user
- The pros, cons, and quirks of Kajabi, Thinkific, Teachable, MemberVault, Podia, and Innovorise
- How to avoid shiny object syndrome and focus on launching
- The #1 tech mistake that delays most therapist course creators
- Why “good enough” tech beats “perfect” tech every damn time
Whether you're mid-launch, picking your first platform, or considering a switch—this episode will help you get clarity, cut through overwhelm, and finally move forward with confidence.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
- Want to bootstrap with low-cost tools? Listen to Episode 96: Budget-Friendly Tech for Therapists
- Kajabi: Sign up for a free 30 day trial of Kajabi here.
- Ready to build and scale your online program? Check out the Therapists Rising Incubator
- Curious about Innovorise (our therapist-specific platform)? Learn more inside the Incubator
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Let’s rise together—without the tech headaches, friend.
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