Wise Practice Podcast
Wise Practice Podcast is dedicated to helping faith-based practice owners find solutions to their multifaceted business problems. Join Whitney as she covers all the topics you need to succeed and does it all with a twist of faith.
Finding the Best Fit Therapist for Your Practice with Mike Michalowicz | WP41
Welcome back to The Wise Practice Podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with entrepreneur and author Mike Michalowicz about finding the best-fit therapist for your practice. Mike is the brilliant mind behind several multimillion-dollar companies and the author of popular business books like Profit First and Clockwork.
3 Mistakes Made When Hiring a VA with James Marland | WP40
James Marland brings over 18 years of experience in the mental health industry and shares his valuable insights on hiring and managing virtual assistants.
WP 39 | Top Leadership Skills You May Not Expect with Michael Deitrich
Welcome back to the Wise Practice Podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Michael Dietrich-Chastain, an expert on peak performance in the workplace. Michael is the CEO of Arc Integrated, a leadership development and organizational consulting firm based in Asheville, North Carolina. He's worked with various CEOs and leaders to transform company cultures, and his writing has been featured in reputable publications like Time, Money, Entrepreneur, and The Washington Post. His mission is to create and maintain purpose-driven organizations that elevate the consciousness of all involved.
WP 38 | How to Make Hard Decisions in Your Faith-based Practice with Katie Vernoy and Curt Widhalm
Welcome to the Wise Practice podcast, where we explore the evolving landscape of therapy and provide insights for modern therapists. In this episode, we dive into the topic of ethical practices in faith-based therapy. Our host Whitney Owens, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Katie Vernoy and Curt Widhalm, focusing on the challenges therapists face when integrating faith into their practice while ensuring ethical standards are upheld. Let's explore the key takeaways from their discussion.
WP 37 | How to have Fun in your Practice with Allison Puryear
In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Allison Puryear, a therapist, and owner of the Abundance Practice Building. They discuss the importance of having fun in your business and personal life. Whitney introduces Allison as someone who brings fun and excitement to her work and always puts her family first.
WP 36 | Adding an Additional Source of Income with Juan Santos
Building a private practice can be a daunting task, especially when we realize that we didn't learn how to run a business during our college or graduate school years. However, it is essential to explore additional sources of income to foster creativity and avoid burnout. These extra streams of revenue not only provide a safety net but also open doors to new opportunities and avenues for growth.
WP 35 | How to Know if You have a Soul Care Problem with Dawn Gabriel
Welcome to another episode of the Wise Practice Podcast! In today's conversation, Dawn Gabriel and Whitney Owens discuss the significance of soul care for therapists. They delve into their personal experiences and offer insights into how therapists can prioritize their own well-being while caring for others. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and join us as we explore this important topic.
WP 34 | How to Start a Coaching Business with Katie Read
In this episode, we have an exciting guest, Katie Reid, who is not only a keynote speaker at the Wise Practice Summit but also a remarkable individual. Katie shares her story about starting a coaching business. Discover some valuable insights! and tips in this content packed conversation.
WP 33 | Convert more callers into clients with Kate Campbell and Katie Lemieux
In this episode of The Wise Practice Podcast therapists Whitney Owens, Kate Campbell, and Katie Lemieux dive into the crucial topic of how to effectively turn inquiries, calls, and emails into actual clients. They share their personal experiences of struggling with this aspect of their businesses and provide valuable insights on how to navigate it successfully.
WP 32 | Why Outsourcing SEO Might Not Be the Best Choice for Your Practice
Welcome to the Wise Practice Podcast! In this special episode, host Whitney Owens is joined by Danica Wolf, the COO of Simplified SEO Consulting. When it comes to outsourcing SEO or learning it yourself, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. It ultimately depends on your goals, resources, and willingness to invest time and energy.
WP 31 | Should I start a Christian Private Practice?
Welcome back to the Wise Practice Podcast! In this episode, Whitney Owens interviews her special guest Julia Nepini. Julia is a clinical and forensic social worker who owns Compassionate Counseling Company, a counseling practice in southeastern Massachusetts. She also runs a consulting business called Compassionate Consulting Company, where she helps clinicians start, expand, and diversify their practices.
WP 30 | How to Gain More Office Space with Alison Pidgeon
In this episode, Whitney Owens interviews Alison Pidgeon, an expert in group practice and business ownership. They discuss the topic of expanding office space and the considerations that come with it. Alison shares valuable insights and tips based on her experience as a group practice owner with multiple locations.
WP 29 | Your Therapy Practice as a Spiritual Practice
Russell Jones states that "all people have some sense of spirituality," and that therapists should integrate this aspect into their practice. Owens agrees, stating that "it's important that we honor the spiritual aspect of our client's lives," as it can provide valuable insight into their mental health.
WP 28 | Standout on Psychology Today with Laura Long
In this episode of the Wise Practice podcast, Whitney Owens sits down with Laura Long, licensed marriage and family therapist, clinical supervisor, and business coach at yourbadasstherapypractice.com. Laura's off-the-cuff coaching style, sense of humor, and ability to keep it real has helped therapists become better business owners and grow their practices without losing their minds.
WP 27 | Breaking Free: How to Get Unstuck in Your Business and Life with Kelly Lynch
In this podcast episode, Whitney Ownes and Kelly Lynch discuss the importance of self-care and how it can help individuals get unstuck in their personal and professional lives. Kelly introduces the POWER acronym as a way to get unstuck, which stands for Pause, Observe and Organize, Work the problem, Express the Impact, and Recovery. She also explains the 5 B's of self-care - Brain, Body, Bonds, Beliefs, and Behaviors - as a system for teaching self-care in a memorable way. Throughout the episode, Kelly provides practical advice and examples for implementing these concepts in daily life.
WP 26 | Profit First for Christian Counselors with Julie Herres
The Wise Practice Podcast recently featured Julie Herres, an expert on using Profit First for private practices. Whitney Owens and Julie discussed how Christian therapists can use Profit First to grow their businesses while still maintaining their faith.
WP 25 | Can Christian Counselors be Wealthy with David Frank
In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviewed David Frank, a financial planner who specializes in working with therapists. During the discussion, they covered various topics related to wealth, financial planning, and the intersection of faith-based counseling and wealth.
WP 24 | The do's and don't of paid advertising with Joshua Brummel
In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens interviews Joshua Brummel, co-founder of Therapy Flow, about the dos and don'ts of paid marketing advertising in counseling practices.
WP 23 | Mindset Kool-Aid (the good kind & the bad) with Jane Carter
In this episode of Wise Practice, Whitney Owens and Jane Carter discuss the concept of mindset and its impact on therapy practice owners. You don’t have to drink the bad Kool-Aid.
WP 22 | The Benefits of Podcasting with Gordon Brewer
The Wise Practice Podcast features guest speaker Gordon Brewer, an LMFT and owner of the Practice of Therapy Podcast and the PsychCraft Network. Brewer talks about the benefits of podcasting for businesses and private practice owners.