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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 160: What Private Practice Gives You as a Mom

    Ep 160: What Private Practice Gives You as a Mom
    2026/07/06
    The Truth About Private Practice and Motherhood: Finding Freedom Through ChoiceThis episode of The Therapist Mom Podcast is your honest guide to navigating the complexities of being a mom and a mental health professional—while building a private practice that actually works for your life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the myth that private practice is supposed to make everything “easier,” or wondered how to reconcile your ambitions with the reality of unpredictable sick days, missed school pickups, and demanding client work, you’re in the right place.As someone who’s built my practice as a military spouse, a parent to neurodiverse kids, and someone living with chronic health challenges, I know firsthand that owning your choices—rather than seeking a perfect situation—can be your greatest asset. Sometimes, it’s the permission to do things differently, to create your own rules, and to pivot when life requires it, that makes all the difference. This episode is about equipping you with realistic, compassionate strategies to build a business that supports you, not the other way around.Whether you’re already in private practice, thinking about making the leap, or just trying to survive another daycare call, these insights are for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode1. Why Private Practice Doesn’t Suddenly Make Everything Simple:Hear real experiences about the messy realities that persist after leaving agency work—and why that’s perfectly okay.2. The Power of Choice (Your Greatest Tool):Learn how redefining “freedom” in private practice means aligning your schedule, income streams, and boundaries with what YOU need most, even if that looks different from everyone else.3. Navigating Motherhood, Systems, and Self-Advocacy:We’re naming the broken systems, the invisible labor, and the decisions women and moms shoulder—so you can advocate for yourself with more clarity and less guilt.Episode Timestamps00:02: Introducing the pain points at the intersection of private practice and motherhood00:34: Why Therapist Mom Networking Hangouts matter for connection and validation01:52: Busting the myth that private practice solves all your challenges overnight03:29: How motherhood brings its own set of obstacles (and opportunities) in business ownership05:03: Real-life examples of creating a schedule that actually works for your family07:08: Stories of therapists making unconventional choices to care for themselves and their families12:10: The systemic gaps—why it’s harder for moms building practices, and how we can reclaim our autonomy19:12: Practical questions to ask yourself before changing or designing your practice strategyTop Takeaways on Choice and Building a Private Practice That Works for YOU1. Choice Is Your Real SuperpowerLet’s break it down: Private practice does not erase the hard, nor does it guarantee a life without stress or chaos—especially once you layer in motherhood. What it does offer is choice: over your schedule, the clients you see, your income streams, and where you draw boundaries. I once worked until 2 AM to see clients in another time zone because it made sense for our family at the time, and then I gave myself permission to stop when it didn’t anymore. That’s true autonomy—even when it looks nothing like anyone else’s.2. How to Implement More Choice in Your Practice TodayStep 1: Identify the areas in your life and work where you most need flexibility (e.g., scheduling, client load, vacation).Step 2: Gather stories and examples (from peers or mentors) about unconventional ways people have structured their practices—think remote work on vacation, evening sessions, or additional income streams like courses.Step 3: Pro tip: Give yourself permission to try something that works for right now, knowing you can always change it when your circumstances shift. Your practice can (and should) evolve with your life.3. What Not to Do When Pursuing “Freedom”Mistake 1: Believing private practice (or solo work) will magically solve all your life and parenting problemsMistake 2: Copying and pasting agency or group practice schedules into your solo practice without using your new-found choice to customize your work in a way that actually supports your lifeMistake 3: Succumbing to judgment (from others or yourself) about doing things differently or seeking diverse income streams—remember, you’re creating something unique to your needs and valuesResources Mentioned in This EpisodeComprehensive Connecting: Free Networking Scripts Guide (bit.ly/compconnecting)Raise to Empower website & coaching resources
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    25 分
  • Ep 159: Should Therapists Use AI? A Nuanced Take for Private Practice

    Ep 159: Should Therapists Use AI? A Nuanced Take for Private Practice
    2026/06/29
    AI, Big Tech, and the Therapist Mom: Navigating Ethics, Nuance, and Practical Strategies in Private PracticeThis episode of The Therapist Mom Podcast is packed with honest conversation and practical reflection to help you navigate one of the most pressing issues facing private practice owners today: AI and big tech. If you’ve found yourself unsure about using emerging technologies, felt the weight of ethical concerns, or worried about staying relevant in a rapidly evolving field, you’re in the right place.As someone who has seen the evolution of our field up close—embracing telehealth early on, questioning “standard” approaches, and always prioritizing my values as a clinician and a mom—I know firsthand how overwhelming these conversations can be. Sometimes, it’s the small shifts in how we think about tools like AI that lead to the biggest changes in our practice and peace of mind.In this episode, I open up about my own journey after attending the NASW conference, including what I learned from national leaders and the candid conversations happening behind the scenes. Consider this your permission slip to get curious, get informed, and make choices that put your well-being and values at the center of your practice.If you’re a therapist, social worker, or any mental health provider who wants to run a practice that works for your real life, and you’re ready for courageous, nuanced conversations—this episode is absolutely for you.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeEthics vs. Values in Using AI: Distinguishing between professional ethics and personal values, and why that difference matters.Strategic Ways AI Can Support Your Practice: How AI can become a practical tool—for documentation, admin tasks, and self-care—without sacrificing ethics or connection.How to Stay Empowered (Not Overwhelmed) by Tech Changes: Why learning to thoughtfully use AI can protect your autonomy, expand your impact, and prevent burnout—especially as a mom and woman in private practice.Episode Timestamps00:00: Introducing the hard questions around AI, tech, and motherhood in private practice.00:35: Reflections from the NASW conference—what’s happening on the national stage.02:59: Breaking down the nuances of the AI debate in mental health fields—more than black-and-white thinking.06:18: What the experts are saying: why “augmented intelligence” matters more than “artificial intelligence.”10:08: The honest truth: therapists who learn to use AI will replace those who don’t.14:54: Environmental and social justice considerations when choosing tech tools as a values-driven clinician.19:15: Making informed, not fearful, decisions about AI for clinical documentation and the mental load of practice.23:39: Final reflections on shame, judgment, and what’s truly at stake in the AI conversation.Top Takeaways on AI, Ethics, and Private Practice1. Understanding the Real Ethical Questions Behind AI in TherapyLet’s break this down: So much of the fear and judgment I see around AI in our field actually boils down to values, not just hard ethics. It’s essential to recognize the difference—and allow ourselves to make decisions, set boundaries, and try new tools based on informed consent and our lived experiences. I’ve been there myself, questioning if adopting telehealth was “real therapy” back in 2015, and I see the same hesitation now with AI 11:15. Give yourself permission to get curious, not just reactive.2. Practical, Values-Aligned Strategies for Using AI in Private PracticeHere’s how you can start implementing this TODAY:Step 1: Reflect on what aspects of your practice or life are most overwhelming (notes? admin? mental load at home?).Step 2: Research AI tools that are transparent about their data use and founded on principles you align with—like Barry’s or Jane, which aren’t VC-backed and respect provider autonomy 18:11.Step 3: Always review output, whether it’s a note draft or a task reminder. Your clinical wisdom and personal judgment are irreplaceable. A good tool should free up energy for you to focus where you add the most value: connection, empathy, and actual care.3. Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Shaming in the AI ConversationWe all make mistakes, but let’s save you some headaches. Here’s what NOT to do:Mistake 1: Hiding behind the “ethics” label without digging into what you’re actually worried about.Mistake 2: Judging yourself—or others—for trying (or not trying) AI based on fear or peer pressure.Whether it’s arguing that all AI is bad or pushing everyone to embrace every new tool, black-and-white thinking doesn’t serve us. Lean into nuance, make decisions on your terms, and most importantly, let’s support each other as women, moms, and professionals doing our best in a fast-changing world 23:24.Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBerries: The AI note-taking tool I use in my own practice (founder owned, not part of “big tech”). CLICK HERE to try it ...
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    27 分
  • Ep 158: Building a Group Therapy Practice While Raising Kids

    Ep 158: Building a Group Therapy Practice While Raising Kids
    2026/06/22
    Building a Group Practice While Navigating Motherhood: Lessons for Therapist MomsThis episode of The Therapist Mom Podcast is packed with honest, actionable insights for any therapist mom navigating the messy intersection of private practice ownership and parenthood. If you’ve been wrestling with the idea of either starting your own practice or scaling to a group—while juggling a busy family life—this conversation is tailored just for you.As a therapist, coach, and a mom who’s navigated everything from unpredictable childcare to the frustrations of broken work systems, I completely understand the doubts and pressures that come with trying to do both well. Sometimes, it’s not a seismic shift that transforms your business or family life, but those intentional, strategic shifts you choose to make even in uncertainty.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Anahita Lake-Khosravi, a psychologist and business coach who scaled her group practice from zero to $2 million in just three years—all while pregnant, breastfeeding, and raising three young kids. We unpack the real stories (the mess, the wins, and the honest math), and I share some personal reflections on why giving ourselves permission to start before we feel “ready” matters more than we think.If you’re a clinician who wants to build a practice on your terms—without guilt or people-pleasing—this episode will help you see what’s possible and show you practical ways to get out of your own way. Grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s get real about building a business that actually fits your life, not the other way around.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeSetting the Foundation for Group Practice: Why the “perfect” time to start doesn’t exist, and how Dr. Anahita Lake-Khosravi launched her practice with young children, ignoring outside pressure and following her own timeline.Navigating Money, Messaging, and Missteps: What to expect financially when transitioning to group practice, the reality behind salary splits, and how to create a space that values both owner and clinicians.Building for Sustainability, Not Just Growth: How to structure your practice so it can run (and even be sold) without you, and why treating your business as an asset serves both your family and your team.Episode Timestamps00:00: Explaining why this show is different—honest talk about motherhood and practice ownership.00:46: Dr. Anahita Lake-Khosravi’s journey from school psychology to group practice and her mission to build a supportive workplace for therapists.05:19: How her second pregnancy became the impetus to start her own practice and sparked quick, decisive action.12:03: The financial realities and learning curves when hiring your first employee, plus investing in coaching and setting up a sustainable business structure.14:09: Growing by celebrating small wins and why enjoying process matters at every stage.18:27: Delegation, taking real maternity leave, and realizing your business can thrive without your constant attention.23:29: Creating compensation and support structures that are both fair and realistic for owners and clinicians.27:28: How Dr. Anahita Lake-Khosravi decided to sell her group practice—and what aspiring owners can learn about viewing their work as an asset.Top Takeaways on Building a Group Practice as a Therapist MomYou’re Allowed to Start Before You Feel ReadyThe “right” time is rarely handed to us. Dr. Anahita Lake-Khosravi described how her impending maternity leave became her non-negotiable deadline, pushing her to take bold steps others might wait years to make. Waiting for perfect conditions often means never starting—sometimes, you have to create your own catalyst.Know Your Why and Build Your Systems ThoughtfullyScaling into group practice isn’t just about bottom lines. The real differentiator is building a culture where clinicians are cared for (and not just compensated), and where you as the owner can step away without everything collapsing. Start by clarifying your core reasons for growing and ensure your systems, contracts, and supports align with your values.Here’s how to start:Step 1: Get clear about why you want to step into group practice (not just the financials).Step 2: Invest in education, mentorship, or coaching—cutting corners early almost always ends up costing you more.Step 3: Build a structure (from contracts to admin workflows) that prioritizes sustainability—not just growth for growth’s sake.Prepare for Mindset Shifts and Let Go When It’s TimeWhether you’re hiring your first clinician or considering selling your business, recognize that your needs—and your ambition—will shift over time. It’s okay to outgrow a previous vision. When you realize your heart isn’t in it anymore, give yourself permission to make a change—not just for yourself, but for your team’s continued growth.What NOT to do:Mistake 1: Jumping into group practice hoping it’ll magically free ...
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    49 分
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