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The Therapist Mom Podcast: Launch and Grow Your Private Practice

The Therapist Mom Podcast: Launch and Grow Your Private Practice

著者： Ashley Comegys
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Motherhood and private practice aren’t two separate worlds, they’re your whole world colliding every day. The Therapist Mom Podcast is your weekly reminder that you can build a practice that fits your life, not the other way around. Being a therapist and a mom isn’t about balance, it’s about building differently and refusing to play by rules that were never written for us. Hosted by Ashley Comegys, a therapist, coach, and mom of three. You’ll hear candid stories, rebellious truths, and practical strategies for designing a practice that gives you freedom, flexibility, and room to breathe. The Therapist Mom Podcast is your permission slip to build a private practice that works for your real life. Each week, you’ll get honest conversations and practical strategy around starting, growing, and running a private practice, without the hustle, guilt, or burnout. We’ll talk about boundaries, money, motherhood, and dismantling the systems that were never built for us in the first place. Because you’re not “just a mom” or “just a therapist.” You’re both, and deserve a business that recognizes and respects that. If you’re ready to build a flexible, values-aligned private practice that gives you time freedom and the autonomy you’ve been craving, you’re in the right place.© 2025 Raised To Empower All Rights Reserved. マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 人間関係 子育て 心理学 心理学・心の健康 経済学 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • Ep 155: Before You Sign Up for Headway or Alma as a Provider, Listen to This

    Ep 155: Before You Sign Up for Headway or Alma as a Provider, Listen to This
    2026/06/01
    Venture Capital Backed Therapy Platforms vs. Direct Credentialing: What Every Therapist Should KnowThis episode of [The Therapist Mom Podcast] is packed with clear, actionable insights to help you make informed decisions about building your private practice as a therapist mom—without burning out or giving up your autonomy. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the options out there (especially when it comes to taking insurance) or you’re wrestling with fear about whether you can really build something sustainable on your own, you’re in the right place.As someone who’s spent over a decade in private practice (while raising kids, navigating military moves, and managing the chaos of mom life), I know firsthand how tempting it is to opt for something that promises to make this all “easier.” Sometimes, though, it’s those small, strategic shifts in ownership and mindset that end up giving us the freedom and time we really crave. So, let’s get honest about the pros and cons—straight, no chaser.If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I use a platform like Alma or Headway to accept insurance instead of credentialing myself?” or you just want the real scoop before you leap, you belong here. This episode is for any therapist who craves clarity, confidence, and control of their practice.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Real Trade-Offs of Venture Capital Platforms: Get to the heart of how these platforms operate, what they promise, and what you may actually be giving up—including direct payer relationships and income stability.Hidden Risks No One Talks About: Understand the structural risks behind recent changes (like Aetna’s reimbursement rates at Alma) and what it means for your bottom line and negotiating power.How to Confidently Transition to Direct Credentialing: I’ll share honest encouragement, plus my own experiences and resources, so you can see that getting credentialed yourself is absolutely doable—and often, more sustainable.Episode Timestamps00:02: Kicking off with a no-fluff conversation about motherhood, private practice, and why you deserve a business built for real life.00:46: Breaking down what venture capital backed platforms (like Alma, Headway, Grow) really offer—and what’s missing from those glossy promises.07:38: Real-world consequences: The Alma/Aetna rate cut changes and what happens when you don’t own your insurance contracts.14:23: Hidden (and not-so-hidden) costs of using therapy platforms, plus what you risk by handing over control.20:08: Honest perspective: Direct credentialing isn’t just possible—it’s the key to genuine autonomy in your practice.Top Takeaways on Venture Capital Backed Therapy Platforms1. Understanding the Venture Platform ModelLet’s break this down: These platforms act as a “middleman” between you and insurance companies, promising to handle credentialing, billing, and a steady stream of client referrals. The catch? They hold the contract, set the terms, and can change your reimbursement rates—with little to no warning or recourse for you.Think about Alma and Aetna’s recent shift: overnight, therapists lost $30/session for their most common appointment length—without any negotiation or direct communication (09:06). When you don’t own the contract, you don’t own what happens next.2. Prioritizing Ownership and ControlHere’s how you can start implementing this TODAY:Step 1: Start the direct credentialing process now—even if you’re still using a platform as a transitional step.Step 2: Seek out resources: look for billing support, ask colleagues for guidance, and tap into communities or courses dedicated to insurance credentialing for therapists (21:05).Step 3: Remember—once you are credentialed directly, that relationship is yours for as long as you choose. This is what real practice security looks like.3. Pitfalls to Avoid When Choosing Therapy PlatformsWe all make mistakes, but here’s what I want you to avoid:Mistake 1: Believing the only way to accept insurance is through a third-party platform—your story matters, and you absolutely can do this yourself (18:44).Mistake 2: Delaying your credentialing process because it feels intimidating. The longer you wait, the longer you’re dependent—and platforms will not advocate solely for your financial well-being (15:47).Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBuilt to Run Course — Step-by-step foundation for building a practice that fits your real life.One-on-One Strategy Sessions — Personalized coaching to map your route to practice independence.DM me on Instagram @raisedempower — Let’s connect and talk about where you are in your journey!Join us for Therapist Mom Networking Meetup — a casual space to connect with other therapist moms, share what’s working in your practice, talk through challenges, and build real community. No pressure, no pitching — just support and connection. Register at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/networking💻 This ...
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    30 分
  • Ep 154: What a Successful Private Practice Actually Looks Like

    Ep 154: What a Successful Private Practice Actually Looks Like
    2026/05/25
    Building a Sustainable (and Yes, “Boring”) Private Practice as a Therapist MomThis episode of The Therapist Mom Podcast is a candid, empowering invitation for every therapist mom who’s tired of chasing a wildly ambitious practice that doesn’t fit her life. If you’ve been worn down by comparison, overwhelmed by hustle-culture advice, or questioning whether your practice “should” look bigger, shinier, or more “successful,” you’ll feel seen here.As someone who’s navigated cross-country moves for my husband’s Coast Guard career, rebuilt my practice after maternity leaves, and supported hundreds of therapists in building careers that actually work for their real lives, I know firsthand how vital it is to honor your capacity and redefine what true success looks like.Let’s get honest about what you actually want from your practice, and why a sustainable, even “boring,” business might be your best bet for autonomy, well-being, and genuine satisfaction.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Chasing the Instagram-Worthy Practice Isn’t Always Your Path to Joy:Validation for those feelings of comparison and overwhelm, and why pushing for a flashy practice isn’t always the answer.How to Design a Sustainable, Fulfilling “Boring” Practice:Strategies for caseload, scheduling, and boundaries that protect your real life—not just your ambitions.What True Sustainability Looks Like in Private Practice:Clear ways to identify if you’re building for someone else’s metrics, and how to come home to what you actually want.Episode Timestamps00:00: Naming the reality—juggling private practice and motherhood isn’t all flawless Instagram graphics and meteoric growth02:09: The overlooked value (and beauty!) of a “boring” private practice tailored to your life04:27: Why my own private practice journey was shaped by military moves, motherhood, and honoring capacity06:33: Debunking the hustle: sustainable practice is not the same as “settling”08:17: The hidden cost of chasing online “success”—and a reframe about what matters most10:34: The real math of caseload, fees, and how to work within your actual bandwidth12:43: How to stop defaulting to someone else’s calendar and design your own schedule15:26: Two crucial reflection questions for aligning your practice with your own values—not the highlight reelTop Takeaways on Building a Boring (Sustainable!) Private Practice1. The Case for a “Boring” Practice: Why Slow and Sustainable WinsLet’s break this down: It’s so easy to be seduced by the online images of six-figure months, group practice launches, and endless growth. But for many therapist moms—including me—those models were built under very different circumstances, often with significant support systems or resources.What actually matters is building a practice that honors your energy, family obligations, and mental health—even if it isn’t flashy. “Boring” can mean a calendar that works for school pick-ups, a caseload that lets you show up fully and have gas left in the tank for your kids, and boundaries that shield you from burnout. I’ve rebuilt after baby, after moves, and after periods of upheaval—and guess what? A predictable, stable practice is freedom.2. The Math Actually Matters: Caseloads, Fees, and CapacityHere’s how you can start implementing this TODAY:Step 1: Get radically honest about your weekly capacity for clients—most thriving practices for moms exist in the 10–18 clients per week range, not 40.Step 2: Calculate the fee you need to meet your financial goals while keeping your caseload sustainable. This isn’t greedy; it’s good math and healthy boundaries.Step 3 (Pro tip): Don’t be afraid to revisit or raise your fees thoughtfully as your circumstances change, and get honest about what financial stability means for YOUR family.3. Boundaries and Scheduling: Make Your Calendar Work for YouWe all make mistakes, but let’s save you the headache. Here’s what NOT to do when designing your schedule:Mistake 1: Sliding into default evening or weekend appointments because “that’s just what clients want.”Mistake 2: Accepting every new client without regard for your own rhythms, energy, or commitments.Instead, design your calendar intentionally around your real-life obligations—even if it means saying no to some opportunities. Protecting your afternoons, having “light days,” and putting a hard stop on your workday isn’t just allowed—it’s crucial for your health and sustainability.Join us for Therapist Mom Networking Meetup — a casual space to connect with other therapist moms, share what’s working in your practice, talk through challenges, and build real community. No pressure, no pitching — just support and connection. Register at https://www.raisedtoempower.com/networking💻 This episode is sponsored by Jane, the all-in-one practice management software I use and love. Book your FREE Live Demo HERE and ...
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    20 分
  • Ep 153: How to Leave Mental Health Agency Work and Start A Private Practice

    Ep 153: How to Leave Mental Health Agency Work and Start A Private Practice
    2026/05/18
    From Agency to Private Practice: What Nobody Tells You About Making the LeapHow to Leave Agency Work and Build a Private Practice That Actually Fits Your LifeYou've been doing the math in your head between sessions for a while now. If you could just keep the clients you actually want to see, set your own hours, stop asking permission to leave at 3pm... And then you shut it down, because who are you to want something different?This episode is for you.If you're licensed and working in an agency, community mental health setting, group practice, or hospital system and you keep circling the idea of private practice but can't quite get yourself to move — today we are naming what's actually getting in the way. Not the logistics. The stuff underneath the logistics.I've worked with a lot of therapist moms through this transition, and the thing that surprises most of them is how much of what's holding them back isn't about information. They've done the research. They know private practice is possible. What's harder to name is the guilt, the identity shift, and the quiet fear that wanting more somehow makes them less committed to the work they love.We're talking about all of it today. The emotional reality of leaving, how to honestly assess whether you're ready, and then the five practical steps to take first — in order — so you're not trying to build everything at once.This is the episode I wish someone had given me before I made the leap.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeNaming—and Navigating—the Guilt and Loyalty When Leaving Agency Work: Understand why these feelings come up and why they don’t have to hold you back.The Real-World Steps to Start Your Private Practice: Simple, practical actions—from knowing your numbers to setting up essential systems—so you don’t get stuck in overwhelm.The Secret to Actually Feeling “Ready” (It’s Not What You Think): How to recognize that “I’m not ready yet” is often about confidence, not competence, and how to move forward anyway.Episode TimestampsEpisode Timestamps00:02: How motherhood, real life, and private practice collide—and why honest strategy matters more than hustle.00:49: The messy reality: recording from my car and why flexibility matters when juggling work and parenting.02:32: The emotional tug-of-war: loyalty, guilt, and the fears that hold us back from leaving agency or community mental health.07:00: Unpacking guilt: Are you really helping your clients or just serving a broken system?13:15: What “ready” really means for private practice (hint: it’s not about the perfect website).18:06: The actionable 5-step plan to start your private practice with clarity, confidence, and sustainability.25:08: Wrapping it all together: How to reframe your values, set realistic expectations, and take your next right step.Top Takeaways on Making the Leap from Agency to Private Practice1. Understanding and Honoring Your Guilt (Without Letting It Run the Show)Let’s break this down: Feeling guilty about leaving your agency, your clients, or your colleagues is not a flaw—it’s a sign that you care deeply. But the reality is, the system is designed to run on your overwork. Your agency will keep running and your clients will be reassigned if you leave. Staying out of guilt often only serves the institution, not your clients or your well-being. I’ve felt this firsthand, and it’s crucial to name and process these emotions so they don’t quietly sabotage your decision-making.2. Setting Up a Sustainable Transition—Not Just Another Source of BurnoutHere’s how you can start implementing this TODAY:Step 1: Get clear on your niche. Who do you truly love working with? What themes or challenges light you up? Start jotting these down—even while still in agency work.Step 2: Know your numbers. What do you need to earn to support your real life? Calculate your expenses and reverse-engineer how many clients at what pay you’ll need to make it work. Don’t let fear dictate these numbers.Step 3: Set up your foundational systems (like your EHR and payment setup) while you still have stable income. This makes the transition less stressful when you start getting your first private clients.Pro tip: Connect with your network early—colleagues, supervisors, or other professionals who already know your work can be powerful referral sources before you ever pay for a website or run ads.3. What Not To Do When Making This TransitionWe all make mistakes, but let’s save you the headache. Here’s what NOT to do:Mistake 1: Waiting for the “perfect time” or until you feel 100% confident. It rarely comes—all you need is to be ready enough to take the next step.Mistake 2: Overpreparing without action. Don’t spend years tweaking your website, taking every online course, or waiting for every family situation to resolve.Mistake 3: Repeating old patterns of burnout under a new roof. Private practice is not automatically sustainable—be intentional about your...
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    29 分
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