Abundance Community member Sarah joins Allison to discuss the potential for her/their business to rebrand and target emotionally avoidant businessmen, with a focus on those who are confused and seeking clarity. Together they also explore the motivations behind men seeking therapy or medical care, the distinction between confidence and courage, and the challenges faced by men who are good people but keep hurting others. The conversation also touches on the concept of self-indulgence and its impac...
Mar 26, 2025•29 min
Feeling frustrated with managing your finances as a business owner? Struggling with overspending and the stress it brings? I’m sharing some insights on how to regain control over your spending and build a more sustainable financial approach in today’s Ask Allison episode of the podcast. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Task...
Mar 22, 2025•8 min
Abundance Community member Yalonda joins Allison for some feedback on her business strategy, specifically for her psychology practice and her dream of having a retreat center. They explore various options for expanding her practice, including increasing private-pay clients, networking, and marketing strategies. They also consider the possibility of a nonprofit structure for the retreat center and the challenges of finding a suitable temporary location. This episode is also available to stream on...
Mar 19, 2025•24 min
Struggling with unexpected challenges as a new practice owner? Feeling overwhelmed by tasks you didn’t anticipate? I dive into some insights on how to manage those unexpected hurdles and find your footing with confidence in today’s Ask Allison. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepra...
Mar 15, 2025•7 min
Special guest Dr. Annie Krakewski delves into her journey as a traveling psychologist and digital nomad and shares her experience of running a US-based therapy practice while living abroad - offering practical advice for those considering international living. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Attention Abundance Community members: Annie is our Abundance Community trainer for March 2025. For details on the live training via Zoom, email the HelpDesk or check out th...
Mar 12, 2025•30 min
Feeling nervous about recording videos for your practice? Struggling to connect with your audience and feeling awkward on camera? Allison shares some tips on how to overcome these nerves and show up authentically on video in today’s Ask Allison. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepr...
Mar 08, 2025•7 min
Guest Dr. Julia Colangelo shares her experiences during the Maui wildfires, which led to the loss of her business, home, and personal belongings. Julia shares her struggles with rebuilding her life and business in the aftermath of the disaster, as well as the emotional impact on her children. Allison and Julia also explore how to deal with natural disaster trauma, the long-term impacts of disasters on businesses, and disaster recovery and personal healing. This episode is also available to strea...
Mar 05, 2025•25 min
Feeling overwhelmed by the process of starting a private practice after working for agencies your entire career? Allison shares some advice on how to ease the nerves and navigate this transition in today's Ask Allison. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . ...
Mar 01, 2025•6 min
Abundance Community member Mary joins Allison to discuss her concerns about outsourcing tasks, like credentialing and billing, and shares her struggles with documenting her notes. She also expresses concerns about the cost of her current billing and insurance services and the challenges of starting a private practice. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free Sponsored by Paubox : Use code ABUNDANT to ...
Feb 26, 2025•23 min
Having trouble turning calls from potential clients into appointments? Allison explores some of the common mistakes therapists make during these initial calls and offers actionable tips to help you improve your approach and increase conversions. The best part? These tweaks are simple but can make a BIG difference. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including week...
Feb 22, 2025•7 min
Allison and special guest Joe Sanok discuss recent shifts in business models, the trend of hiring salaried positions, and the increasing concern of burnout among professionals. They also share their personal experiences and strategies for managing burnout, emphasizing the importance of self-care, setting realistic goals, and maintaining a work-life balance. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by Paubox : Use code ABUNDANT to get $250 off your first year Sp...
Feb 19, 2025•32 min
Nervous about an upcoming networking event? Allison dives into the importance of networking for growing your private practice and offers strategies to help you feel more confident and make meaningful connections. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . Learn ...
Feb 15, 2025•7 min
Allison and Shayah Reed , this month's Abundance Community trainer, discuss the importance of therapy websites in attracting clients, emphasizing the need for clear navigation, professional branding, and engaging content. They also explore the value of organic content strategies, such as blogging and video hosting, for improving search engine optimization and social media presence. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Attention Abundance Community members: Shayah is ...
Feb 12, 2025•31 min
Thinking about starting an email list and newsletter? Allison explores the benefits of email marketing for therapists and whether it’s the right tool to connect with potential clients in the therapy space. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . Learn how to ...
Feb 08, 2025•8 min
Allison and Abundance Community member Holly create a plan to promote Holly's upcoming workshop, focusing on using Facebook ads and targeting referral coordinators. They also discuss Holly's frustration over negative feedback about her cash pay rates. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by Paubox : Use code ABUNDANT to get $250 off your first year Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, includ...
Feb 05, 2025•18 min
Feeling stuck while writing your website copy? In this episode, Allison dives into how to build confidence and tackle the writing process with ease. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . Learn how to fill your practice with the Abundance Party...
Feb 01, 2025•6 min
Allison chats with Abundance Community member Jeannine about her niche in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as well as her plans to grow her social media presence. They focus on refining her elevator pitch and building a strong Instagram strategy, emphasizing consistency, content variety, and edutainment. They also talk about using social media and networking to promote her services, including planning content and reaching out to new audiences. This episode is also available to stream on our ...
Jan 29, 2025•23 min
Struggling with whether your practice name really matters? In today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast, Allison breaks down how your name choice impacts networking, SEO, and referrals. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . Learn how to fill ...
Jan 25, 2025•7 min
Allison chats with Abundance Community member Kerry about her niche as a therapist for overwhelmed moms and the potential for a mother-daughter therapy page. They also explore client acquisition strategies, including Google Adwords, while considering inclusivity on Kerry's website. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by Paubox : Use code ABUNDANT to get $250 off your first year Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check...
Jan 22, 2025•26 min
Having trouble pinpointing your ideal client? If so, today’s Ask Allison is just what you need! In this episode, Allison dives into how to uncover the types of clients that align with your skills, passions, & personal experiences, helping you gain clarity on who you’re truly meant to serve. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly wor...
Jan 18, 2025•6 min
Allison chats with Abundance Community member Ekaterina about her private practice, which focuses on couples therapy for high-demand professionals and consensual non-monogamous couples. Together they explore strategies for improving Ekaterina's online presence & marketing to underserved clients. The conversation also covers work-life balance issues, client dynamics, and ways to overcome reluctance in couples therapy. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored...
Jan 15, 2025•27 min
Noticing a lot of therapists with the same people pleasing/high achiever/anxiety niche as you and curious how to stand out? Allison shares some advice in today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . Learn h...
Jan 11, 2025•6 min
Allison and guest Amity Cooper , MA, LPCC, NCC discuss the role of technology in therapy practices, with Amity sharing her excitement about the potential of AI, VR, and wearable tech for mental health. They emphasize the importance of therapists becoming comfortable with video for marketing and practice building. The conversation also covers the fast-growing digital therapeutics industry and the need for professionals to be involved in developing new tools and technologies. This episode is also ...
Jan 08, 2025•28 min
Our live Ask Allison recording sessions are great opportunities to get free, conversational support from Allison Puryear . Today's podcast episode, sponsored by our good friends at TherapyNotes® , is an excerpt from a session we had back in December 2024. Topics covered include how to set your fee, alternative streams of income once your practice is full, and marketing strategies. Watch the entire Ask Allison Live recording on our YouTube channel ! Want to partake in the next Ask Allison Live? E...
Jan 06, 2025•29 min
Someone else using your business name? Don't panic - it's not the end of the world! Allison shares some tips on what to do in today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast. Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links . Learn how to fill your practice wit...
Jan 04, 2025•6 min
Allison and Abundance Community member Allie talk about managing negative comments on Instagram, maintaining a healthy online presence, and handling client waitlists, with Allison suggesting a more flexible referral system. They also explore the idea of passive income, including creating a DBT skills video course, and discuss the potential benefits of networking with a vet to support clients grieving the loss of pets. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by...
Jan 01, 2025•25 min
With the new year around the corner, we invite you to refresh your approach to your practice — whether it’s brand new or well-established. In today’s Ask Allison, Allison takes you through a practice assessment and shares helpful tips for things you might want to adjust or improve. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Che...
Dec 28, 2024•9 min
Allison and Abundance Community member Sophia discuss Sophia's upcoming maternity leave and the challenges she might face in returning to her practice. Allison emphasizes the importance of setting clear expectations with clients, maintaining open communication, and being flexible with scheduling. They also explore the potential impact of Sophia's leave on her work, including the slower pace of client acquisition. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by Ther...
Dec 25, 2024•23 min
Starting a practice can feel financially overwhelming. In today's Ask Allison episode of the podcast, Allison shares a few areas where scrimping is perfectly okay (and might even be better for your business in the long term). Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out our free resources, including weekly worksheets & our Tasky Checklist, visit https://www.abundancepractice...
Dec 21, 2024•8 min
Allison and Abundance Community member Sarah discuss the latter's new coaching niche, which focuses on high achieving women with young children and the challenges they face in balancing parenting, partnering, and work. They also address Sarah's concerns about her fee setting, marketing efforts, and strategies to increase her reach within her niche. This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel ! Sponsored by TherapyNotes® : Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free To check out...
Dec 18, 2024•19 min
