All Things Private Practice Podcast
All Things Private Practice Podcast is where we dive deep into the gritty, unfiltered world of being a mental health entrepreneur and a private practice therapist. Join us as we explore the emotional roller coaster of this wild journey, tackling the raw and unapologetic aspects that often go unspoken. In each episode, we fearlessly dissect self-doubt, resilience, impostor syndrome, and paralyzing perfectionism.Patrick Casale is an Autistic ADHD licensed clinical mental health therapist, group practice owner, coach, consultant, speaker, retreat host, and entrepreneur. He interviews industry experts to share their stories of resilience, and to offer "how-tos" to help support...
Breaking the Status Quo: Success, Self-Doubt, and Therapy Intensives
In this episode, Patrick Casale and Amanda Buduris dive into the real challenges and transformative practices for mental health professionals transitioning to private practice.
Key Takeaways:
Embrace Your Unique Journey: Amanda discusses her personal experiences as a first-generation woman of color in the mental health field, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging your background and challenges while building your practice. Invest in Growth: The importance of seeking external expertise and investing in your business comes to the forefront. Amanda shares how getting help with marketing significantly boosted her practice's visibility and growth. Innovate with Therapy Intensives: Explore...Behind the Scenes of Event Success: Planning, Production, and Promotion
In this episode, Patrick Casale speaks with Steve Turney, Executive Director of the Mental Health Marketing Conference. They share their insights into the world of event planning and the tremendous value it can bring to your private practice and beyond.
Here are 3 key takeaways:
Venue as a Branding Tool: Expand your brand's reach and recognition by choosing a venue that resonates with your event's identity. Your venue isn't just a location; it's a key part of your marketing strategy. Consistent and Creative Marketing: Utilize platforms like LinkedIn to target industry professionals and incorporate consistent, creative marketing...Harnessing Storytelling for Authentic Therapy Marketing
In this episode, I sat down with the insightful Jenn Fredette to delve into the transformative power of storytelling in marketing for therapy practices.
Listen to this episode to discover how storytelling resonates with clients far more than the usual credential-heavy marketing approach. Learn why authenticity, vulnerability, and relatability are not just therapeutic tools but also key marketing strategies. And understand the significance of individualizing content creation and marketing efforts to align with the unique narrative of each therapist's practice.
Key Takeaways:
Leverage Your Narrative: Your own story and the stories of your clients...Redefining Trauma Work Through Collective Healing
As therapists and practitioners, we're always seeking innovative ways to foster healing and support growth in our clients.
In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Marjorie Jean, a trailblazing therapist who is reshaping the approach to mental health care by harnessing the power of community.
Key Takeaways:
Community-Centric Healing: Discover how to integrate community and family dynamics into therapy, advocating for a collective approach to healing over traditional individual-focused modalities. Cultural Competence: Learn how therapists can become trauma-informed and inclusive in a real and impactful way instead of just performative, as...Life's Trials: Podcasting, Private Practice, and Personal Growth
Join Patrick Casale and special guest Gordon Brewer as they unpack the trials and triumphs of podcasting alongside candid revelations about life's personal hurdles.
Key Takeaways:
Consistency is King: Building a loyal audience takes time – often years. Stay the course, and trust the process of organic growth. Your consistency will pay off. Launch & Learn: Don't compare your beginning to someone else's middle. Imposter syndrome is real; acknowledge it but don’t let it derail you. Your unique voice has a place in the vast podcast landscape. Passion Fuels Podcasts: Follow your curiosity and let your passion guid...From Therapist to Boss: Leadership Roles in Group Practice
In this episode, Patrick Casale talks with Lindsay Keisman about the intricacies of transitioning from a thriving therapist to an equally triumphant business owner.
Key takeaways:
Leadership Transition - Navigating the transition from individual contributor to effective leader means understanding that it’s not an overnight change. This requires intentional development, clear communication, and alignment with the responsibilities of the new role. Mentorship is Vital - New leaders need more than just how-to books on business ownership to thrive; dedicated mentorship time and real-life guidance from those above them are instrumental in shaping a leader's ability to...Disclosure & Authenticity = Therapeutic Rapport and Safety
In this episode, we're not just talking the talk; we're taking a deep dive into personal struggles both therapists and clients face, challenging the stigma around seeking mental health care and embracing our vulnerabilities.
I talk with Sandtrice Russell as she opens up about the need for safe spaces and advocacy, particularly for the BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ communities.
3 key themes:
Vulnerability as a Bridge: Therapists' self-disclosure and openness about personal struggles can build rapport and trust, making it easier for clients to open up and be vulnerable in turn. Authenticity in Practice: Showcasing your true...How To Build & Sell A Thriving Group Practice
If you're a group practice owner, the thought of selling your business has undoubtedly crossed your mind more than you'd probably like to admit. During this episode of the All Things Private Practice Podcast, I talk with Dan King of Fireside Strategic about how to create and cultivate a group practice that you can scale and grow.
Dan and I both emphasize the importance of cultivating a cohesive culture and how to ensure that you sell your business to someone who will keep things intact.
Some important takeaways were:
How to increase employee morale...BIPOC Queer Care: Building Affirmative Spaces in Mental Health
In this episode of All Things Private Practice, Patrick Casale sits down with Dr. Antoine L. Crosby, psychologist and owner of Affirmative Spaces. Together, they delve into the nuanced journey of creating safe, affirmative spaces in mental health care for BIPOC queer individuals.
Key Takeaways:
Building Safe Spaces: Antoine shares his inspiring mission to create environments where marginalized communities can seek help and exist fully. Learn how aligning your practice with a robust set of values can support and protect these communities. Authenticity in Practice: We explore the emotional labor of code-switching and the liberation that...How To Successfully Grow + Sell Your Private Practice
When you're in private practice, there is only so much money you can make seeing clients 1v1, as income inevitably plateaus. During this episode of the All Things Private Practice Podcast, I talk with Nicole McCance, a retired psychologist turned business coach.
We talk about how she built her group practice to 55 clinicians in the Toronto area, and how she eventually sold her practice.
🔍 Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation:
1. Systemize your operations: Writing down every aspect of your daily tasks and delegating them to create replicable processes is crucial for building a s...
