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Have you been thinking about seeing your own clients to earn extra money this year? If the answer is yes, this episode of Private Practice Success Stories is for you!
Starting my private practice was one of the most transformative decisions of my life. In addition to a $24k raise, it brought about immense satisfaction to me and my clients and also saved me from the grips of burnout, something that you might be able to relate to.
In this episode, I’m sharing how I started my private practice, and how you already have the skills and knowledge to do the same so you can take control of your career and financial freedom.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The story of how I earned an extra $24k in addition to my hospital salaryWhy relying solely on budgeting isn’t enoughHow learning to earn more money is your best strategy for financial empowermentSeeing private clients allowed me to build a financial safety net for my family, and it was the best decision I ever made. I hope this episode inspired you to take the next step in your own journey to further your financial freedom!
Want help to plan a private practice that can help YOU earn $24,000 "on the side?" Please visit: PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Get help planning your private practice: http://www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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Our big FREE event, Private Practice Bootcamp, starts on September 23rd. To register, Just head on over to PlanYourPrivatePractice.com and sign up. That link will take you directly to the Private Facebook Group where Bootcamp takes place. See you in Bootcamp!
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Have you been thinking about starting a private practice in your small town? You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Gabby Hewitt, a speech language pathologist with a private practice specializing in orofacial myology in a small town in North Dakota. She opened her practice while knowing there was a lack of speech therapy services in her hometown and wanted to fill that gap.
I got to know Gabby during her time in the Start and Grow Your Private Practice programs and it has been amazing to watch the impact she has had bringing a much-needed service to her rural area.
In this episode, Gabby talks about how she started her practice right out of her CF, how clients find her, why she hired an assistant, and how specializing in feeding and myo has helped clients be drawn to her.
Gabby is an ASHA Certified SLP specializing in orofacial myology, oral myofunctional disorders, and pediatric feeding and swallowing. She is currently in the certification process for becoming a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS), Certified Myofunctional Therapist (CMT®), and Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM®).
She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of North Dakota before obtaining her Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology from Gannon University in Ruskin, FL where she was a member of the first-ever graduate SLP program cohort.
It was in Florida that she discovered and learned about orofacial myology. Following her clinical fellowship, Gabby opened her private practice, UpNorth Therapies, in her hometown of Carrington, North Dakota where she recently just completed a renovation and expansion project of a new clinic space 8 months after opening.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How and why Gabby decided to start a private practice so early in her careerWhy work-life balance isn’t just a fantasy with a private practiceThe good you can do for your community when you take control of your life and careerThe key to getting your first clients as a private practice owner in a small townThe true power of specializing as a private practice ownerHow you can structure your week when you are in charge of your hoursA look into the impact of hiring help in your private practiceHow the Start and Grow programs helped Gabby grow her business and get more stabilityThe power you have to grow at your own pace in your businessI hope you enjoyed this episode with Gabby! She is a perfect example of someone who opened her private practice early on in her career and specialized in a rural area.
If you want our help to start - or grow - your private practice (just like we helped Gabby!) please visit: https://independentclinician.com/resources/.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Have you ever considered having a nature-based therapy private practice? You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Kate Glennon, also known as the "Outdoorsy SLP,” a speech language pathologist with an innovative private practice in New Hampshire. Kate has created a unique private practice that operates primarily outdoors, providing nature-based therapy to her clients.
She highlights the benefits of outdoor therapy to improve regulation and connection for both the therapist and the client, as well as the unique language tasks that natural settings can provide.
Kate started her private practice after working in a traditional practice for 12 years. She discusses what it’s like to own a practice, have a deployed husband in the military, and have 3 kids!
I got to know Kate during her time in the Grow Your Private Practice Program and it has been amazing to get to reflect on her journey and the factors that led her to develop this unconventional practice model.
Kate has been a practicing SLP for 13 years. Her cumulative experience working in schools, clinics, and teaching at a nature school led her to open a private practice. She is passionate about bringing clinical practice outdoors and into nature. Her nature-based private practice is about to turn one year old.
Kate brings her experience as an SLP and a certified nature educator to her work. She enjoys working across the age span with a variety of communication differences.
Kate strives to bring together her SLP community. She has created a collaborative space for sole practitioners in her area to gather and connect.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The true power of nature-based therapyHow you can branch out and create your own unique private practice as a neurodivergent SLPThe magic of nature-based therapy and how you’ll know if it’s right for youWhat you need to understand about fear when starting a private practiceThe true power of differentiating yourself from other private practicesThe power you have to make your private practice be whatever you want it to beThe key to making your private practice work for your familyWhat you need to understand when it comes to hiring help in your private practiceI hope you enjoyed this episode with Kate! I love her passion for nature and the positive outcomes she has observed in her clients. She acknowledges the challenges but also the fulfillment that comes from creating a practice that aligns with her values and lifestyle.
To learn more about how we can help you start - or grow - your private practice, please visit: https://independentclinician.com/resources/.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Visit Kate’s website: www.outdoorsySLP.com
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Do you struggle with getting stuff done in your private practice? If so, this episode of Private Practice Success Stories is going to be great for you to listen to.
Julie Pera and Theresa Harp are speech language pathologists who sat down with me to share their experience and insights on the intersection of time management and private practice.
In this episode, Julie shares her journey in the Grow Your Private Practice Program after transitioning from a public school setting to private practice, driven by a desire for a more manageable workload and better work-life balance.
Theresa, a Productivity Coach, shares how she combines practical systems with cognitive strategies to help SLPs and OTs feel less overwhelmed and more in control.
If you’ve been thinking about improving your time management and want to implement more effective systems in your private practice, you don’t want to miss this episode!
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Why time management is crucial as a private practice ownerThe impact ADHD can have on your life and businessThe importance of tailoring your time management strategies to support your neurodivergent brainThe key to sharing your unique gifts with the worldOne simple thing you can do when you are in survival mode and overwhelmedThe power of working with your brain instead of against itThe importance of putting self-awareness and taking action into practiceA professional who can help you take all of those plans and put them into action with accountabilityI hope you enjoyed this episode with Juile and Theresa! I love their encouragement to other private practitioners to take proactive steps, seek support, and integrate work and life in a balanced and fulfilling way.
To learn more about how we can support you and your private practice journey, please visit: https://independentclinician.com/resources/
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about how we can support you in your private practice journey: https://independentclinician.com/resources/
Join Theresa’s Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slpsupportgroup
Listen to Theresa’s podcast: https://theresaharp.com/podcast
Visit Julie’s website: https://www.manygiftstherapy.com/
Follow Julie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manygiftstherapy
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Have you ever thought about starting a non-traditional private practice or offering social events for your clients? Then this episode of Private Practice Success Stories is for you!
I sat down with Barbara Earley and April Lowe who co-own a very innovative private practice in Georgia called Social EdVentures, which includes small group social outings for teenagers and young adults with varied diagnoses and abilities.
In this interview, they discuss how they started off very informally - with a small group outing at a bowling alley - which quickly expanded to include regular social outings for young adults and adolescents with diverse needs, ranging from typical college students to non-verbal individuals using AAC devices.
In this episode, Barbara and April describe their program's evolution, the value that the participants get from the outings, and the importance of real-world learning and social skill development. They even discuss a connection to the popular Netflix series, Love on the Spectrum!
As two speech therapists, driven by a passion for fostering social connections and self-reliance in our clients, Social EdVentures was created. We started with a small group of older teens in a traditional setting and began exploring unconventional approaches. As we did this, we discovered our real-world learning approach enhanced success, increased involvement, and resulted in better outcomes.
This inspired us to create Social Edventures, aiming to offer this experience to larger groups affordably. We started with a small group of four in late Summer 2022 and quickly expanded to multiple groups of all ages. As our network grew, we listened to our families and gained a clearer understanding of their needs, striving to empower them toward independence and having fun along the way.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The unique way Barbara and April started their private practiceHow they offer social groups and “EdVentures” that set them apartTheir real-life connection to Love on the SpectrumHow unique experiences can be incorporated into your private practiceThe one thing so many kids need from their SLPs and OTs that they struggle to findA unique approach to teaching social skills The power of filling a need that you see in the community The fulfillment you get when you offer services that make a difference What happens when you leave yourself open to possibility in your private practiceI hope you loved this episode with Barbara and April! I love their encouragement to other SLPs to pursue innovative private practice models. Despite their hurdles, they've remained committed to providing meaningful social experiences and support for their clients.
If you would like help to start your private practice, please visit: www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Visit their website: https://www.therapyconnectionsofga.com/home
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In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m diving into a topic that every private practice owner needs to understand: Why having a strategic Private Practice Growth Plan for your practice is super important.
Just like you need a plan before you start your practice, it’s actually even more important for you to have a plan to grow your practice in a way that’s successful, profitable, and sustainable.
Building a successful practice doesn’t happen by accident. It requires deliberate goals and steps to achieve them.
Many private practice owners spend their days reacting to whatever comes up, but if you want to grow, you’ve got to be proactive. You need to set clear, actionable goals and ensure every step you take moves you closer to those goals.
Oh, and at the end of the episode, I’m sharing details about my brand new, exclusive podcast for growth-focused private practitioners!
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The one thing you need to do if you want to grow your private practiceThe biggest mistake that most private practitioners makeThe four key components of a growth planRemember, success doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of deliberate planning, strategic action, and continuous growth.
To learn more about how we can help you make a Growth Plan for your practice, please visit: www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com. You can also subscribe to the growth-focused podcast at www.growyourprivatepractice.com/podcast.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Subscribe to the growth-focused podcast: https://www.growyourprivatepractice.com/podcast
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Our big FREE event, Private Practice Bootcamp, starts on September 23rd. To register, Just head on over to PlanYourPrivatePractice.com and sign up. That link will take you directly to the Private Facebook Group where Bootcamp takes place. See you in Bootcamp!
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Dreaming about specializing and opening a non-traditional private practice? You don’t want to miss this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Caitlin Zeien, a speech language pathologist with a private practice in Chicago, Illinois that offers highly-specialized social cognitive language-based therapy.
Caitlin developed a passion for social cognition and social pragmatic language, leading her to specialize in neurodiversity-affirming therapy. Her practice focuses on older children and young adults, a niche that differentiates her from other practitioners.
In this episode, Caitlin discusses her journey and experiences, highlighting the non-traditional ways she has built her private practice.
Despite the challenges, including a cross-country move and adapting to new professional environments, Caitlin's passion for specializing in social cognition and pragmatic language continued to grow and now she has a successful private practice.
Caitlin is the proud owner of Socially Minded Therapy. She is a Chicago-based Speech-Language Pathologist who specializes in social cognitive therapy. She provides Neurodiversity Affirming support and services for neurodivergent children, teens, young adults, and their families in Chicago and the surrounding areas. The goal of Socially Minded Therapy is to help others achieve their goals in the social world. Caitlin is so excited to be a part of this community as an ally and forever learner.
With Socially Minded Therapy, Caitlin goes beyond social skills training in the pursuit of empowering individuals by teaching abstract concepts in a concrete way. She provides highly specialized and individualized therapy to support individuals as they develop social competencies and social problem-solving abilities. Together, in partnership with her clients, they create goals that match the client's own intentions and social areas of interest.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How Caitlin discovered neurodiversity-affirming care and found her passionWhat happens when you have a support system during your private practice journeyHow your private practice can level up your life The huge impact the Facebook group in the Start program can have on your successThe power of collaboration and an abundance mindsetThe key to finding clients for your private practiceThe impact of niching down in your private practiceCaitlin’s plans for the future and a scholarship programHow you can serve people on a bigger level with your practiceI hope you loved this episode with Caitlin! She started her journey in the Start Your Private Practice Program, which helped overcome her business-related apprehensions. She is now part of our Grow program and it has been amazing to see the evolution of her practice!
I love Caitlin’s encouragement to others to pursue their private practice dreams and the importance of having a supportive community, just like she found in the Start and Grow programs.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources.
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Visit Caitlin’s website: https://www.sociallymindedtherapy.com/
Follow Caitlin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sociallymindedtherapy/
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How do you know if you’re in the messy middle of private practice growth?
In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I’m going solo to speak to the people who are in the growth phase of their private practice journey, and not just the beginners.
The growth phase starts after you get five private practice clients or more. Why? Because most people can see five private clients on the side of their job relatively easily.
However, once you get to five clients and beyond, time becomes tighter and you have to decide whether to stay small or to grow your private practice in terms of more clients, which of course requires more time, but also lets you to be able to do more services.
The problem is, some people get stuck there! That’s where I come in. My job as a private practice business coach is to help you get through the messy middle as quickly and easily as possible.
So in today's episode, I'm going to be talking about what the messy middle is, how to know when you're there, and if you're already in the messy middle and are feeling completely overwhelmed, the steps you need to take to get through it as quickly and easily as possible.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
What the messy middle of private practice is The real reason so many private practitioners get stuck in the messy middleThe difference between working on your business and working in your businessThe key to avoiding burnout as your private practice grows How the Grow program will help you tackle these challenges head-onIf you're in The Messy Middle of private practice growth and want help navigating through it as quickly and easily as possible... please visit www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com to learn more about how we can help support you.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about how to grow your private practice: www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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Our big FREE event, Private Practice Bootcamp, starts on September 23rd. To register, Just head on over to PlanYourPrivatePractice.com and sign up. That link will take you directly to the Private Facebook Group where Bootcamp takes place. See you in Bootcamp!
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Thinking about working part-time in private practice and want to make more money? Then you don’t want to miss this episode!
In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Marissa Joy, a speech language pathologist with a pediatric private practice in Eastern Pennsylvania. Her practice “Ripple Speech Services” focuses on speech, myofunctional, and feeding therapy and she’s also offered Lactation Consulting.
Marissa discusses her decision to open her practice due to her personal experiences with her son's feeding issues and a desire to help other parents avoid the struggles she faced. She joined The Start Your Private Practice Program because she wanted guidance and structure to launch her business.
In addition to her private clients, Marissa secured a small school contract which has provided extra financial stability while maintaining the flexibility to focus on her private practice. This arrangement allowed her to balance her professional and personal life, including spending more time with her children.
She just celebrated her 2nd private practice anniversary and this week, she made $2,000 in one week. Oh - and she doesn’t work on Fridays during the summer!
Marissa is the owner and speech-language pathologist at Ripple Speech Services, LLC - a practice that serves children and adults to speak, swallow, and breathe better. In her 11 years as an SLP Marissa has served in a number of settings, and even a brief hiatus from being an SLP, but found her passion through personal experience with her youngest son.
Marissa is a Pennsylvania-licensed and ASHA-certified speech pathologist and always strives to provide collaborative, personalized therapy for every person that walks through her doors.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Marissa’s path to private practiceThe key to getting your first clients, even if you live in a rural area What happens when you are open to new opportunities Marissa’s top tip for getting more clients and growing your private practiceThe passion project that is growing Marissa’s businessOne thing that can give you more stability as you’re building your private practiceHow Marissa is able to work part-time and make full-time incomeThe important thing you have to remember when setting your ratesI hope you enjoyed this episode with Marissa! She is a perfect example of someone who works part-time, has Fridays off, and is making exponentially more than she was before her private practice!
If you want our help to start your private practice step-by-step (just like we helped Marrisa!) please visit: www.PrivatePracticeSchool.com to learn more!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Visit Marissa’s website: https://www.ripplespeechservices.com/
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Have you been thinking about starting a private practice on the side in a niche you are passionate about? Then you’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Kyarra Bright, one of my Start Your Private Practice students to share her story. Kyarra is a speech language pathologist with a pediatric private practice in Orange County, California specializing in infant feeding.
She started her private practice after having frustrations with patients being prematurely discharged and not receiving continued services, which led to her private practice “Little Pod Speech and Feeding Therapy.”
In this episode, Kyarra shares her desire to continue working at a hospital while having her practice on the side allowing her to maintain her passion for hospital work and provide continuity of care for discharged patients. Kyarra also reflects on her journey in the Start Your Private Practice Program and how the program helped redefine what success meant to her.
After working several years as a pediatric medical speech-language pathologist, Kyarra Bright noticed an ongoing trend where many patients who were discharged from the hospital no longer had access to speech and feeding services due to the lack of provider availability. Little Pod Speech and Feeding Therapy was created to provide a solution to address this ongoing issue. Kyarra currently offers speech and feeding therapy for pediatrics in the heart of Orange County, California.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The need Kyarra saw in her community and how she decided to help fill itHow the Start program helped Kyarra move forward with her private practice dreamsHow the support you’ll find in the program can help you push through challengesThe key to finding your first clients in your private practiceThe possibilities when you follow your passion and zone of genius in your fieldThe different ways you can make private practice work for youOne way you can increase your impact within your field The doors that open to you when you have a private practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Kyrra! I love her advice to other aspiring private practitioners that you can create your own job based on what you like to do in the field of speech pathology through private practice.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Visit Kyrra’s website: https://www.littlepodspeech.com/
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Thinking about starting your private practice on the side?
You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories with SLP Instagram hero Dr. Dani Gaff!
Dr. Dani Gaff aka The Messy SLP launched her practice, Messy Speech and Language Therapy, part-time on the side of her school job.
However, the joy and fulfillment she found in private practice, coupled with the autonomy it provided, ultimately convinced her to take the plunge to go full-time.
Dani is an alum of the Start Your Private Practice Program and in this episode, she shares her journey from being a part-time private practitioner to fully shifting into full-time private practice.
Dani also discusses the financial benefits she discovered, and how she nearly doubled her income by combining school contracts with her private practice work. Despite the challenges and uncertainties, she is loving the unparalleled freedom and fulfillment she now experiences.
Dr. Dani Gaff, aka The Messy SLP, is a pediatric speech-language pathologist and private practice owner in South Bend, Indiana. She is the owner and sole SLP at Messy Speech and Language Therapy, LLC, and is wrapping up her first year of working full-time for herself.
Dani has worked in a variety of settings and has created a sensory-friendly office for families and kids of all ages to enjoy. Outside of her clinical time, Dani is passionate about reaching graduate students and helping them find balance.
When she's not wearing her SLP hat, Dani is a volleyball coach, a basketball coach's wife, a dog mom, and loves being active.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The wake-up call that burnout leads to in many SLPs What happens when you set boundaries in your careerWhat led Dani to start her private practice on the side The creativity and freedom you can get in your private practice The sheer joy you feel when you have your own private practice What’s possible financially when you are a private practice owner How you can create a flexible work schedule that fits in with your life, not the other way around Dani’s plan to expand her private practice The different phases of business and how to find what works for youI hope you loved this episode with Dani! She is a perfect example of someone who started her private practice on the side, but ultimately transitioned to full-time after the realization that private practice offered her the joy and flexibility she was missing in her previous roles.
Want to start your private practice "on the side"? We would love to help you - just like we helped Dani - in the Start Your Private Practice Program. To learn more, please visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Visit The Messy SLP website: https://www.themessyslp.com/
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Have you been thinking about starting a private practice early in your career? If so, this episode is for you!
In this episode of Private Practice Success Stories, I sat down with Breeah Carey, a speech language pathologist with a pediatric private practice in New Jersey.
She started her private practice at just 26 years old after getting the inspiration from other young private practitioners who had the flexibility and freedom she was striving for. After feeling stuck in a negative work environment, she decided to start her own practice.
In this episode, Breeah and I discuss a major shift with the younger generation who is simply not willing to wait for the freedom, flexibility, and income they desire.
Breeah S. Carey, M.S., CCC-SLP is a New Jersey native and the Director of B.E.S. As the daughter of an educator, Breeah was always interested in serving her community, similar to her mother.
Breeah graduated from Purdue University and received her undergraduate degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, with minors in psychology and Spanish. As her passion grew, specifically around assisting individuals with speech, language, and cognitive impairments, she decided to further her education.
She completed two years of comprehensive training in Purdue's Master of Science Speech-Language Pathology program; thus, receiving her master’s degree at the end of her studies. Her areas of focus include pediatric language disorders, speech sound disorders, and bilingualism.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The truth about what it takes to be successful as a private practice owner Breeah’s non-traditional path to private practiceThe populations you can serve as a private practice ownerBreeah’s secret sauce to getting referrals to her private practiceWhy so many SLPs and OTs are successful in private practiceThe key to pricing your services and sustaining a private practice The impact freedom has had on Breeah’s life now that she’s a private practice ownerHow to know if starting a private practice is really for youI hope you enjoyed this episode with Breeah! I love her advice to other young clinicians and why she thinks the younger generation is choosing private practice!
Are you an early career SLP or OT who wants help to start your own private practice?
If so, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources to learn about our free and paid resources!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
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Visit Breeah’s website: https://www.breezeeducare.com/
Follow Breeah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybreeslp/
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Have you been thinking about providing parent coaching and want to connect with your client’s families and your community through your private practice? You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Sarah Pendergast, a speech language pathologist with a pediatric private practice in Tampa, Florida. She launched her practice, Awesome Kids Therapy, in August 2023 after working in multiple private practices and finally decided she wanted to be her own boss.
Despite initial doubts about her ability to start her own practice, between the pandemic and support from her friends, she decided to join the Start Your Private Practice Program to get help with getting set up so she could start seeing clients.
In this episode, Sarah emphasizes the importance of community engagement and connection by providing caregiver coaching. She also highlights the value of organization, work-life balance, and having a supportive network.
Sarah Pendergast, an enthusiastic and child-led speech-language pathologist brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial spirit and heartfelt passion to her private practice. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs/small business owners, Sarah's commitment to her craft is deeply rooted, driving her to forge meaningful connections with each client she encounters.
Through her personalized approach, she fosters a sense of familial trust and support. Sarah's private practice journey has shown her the true beauty of the "work-life balance" while actively engaging and enjoying the camaraderie of a vibrant professional community.
Sarah considers herself to be very lucky to be in the speech therapy profession, based on pillars of entrepreneurship, passion, and genuine connection.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The key pillar of having a successful small business or private practiceHow starting a private practice can impact your work-life balance How you can focus on your passions when you own a private practiceThe different services you can offer as a private practice owner The number one referral source Sarah uses to find her clients How you can use relationships to go to exactly where your ideal clients are The power of expanding your private practice and hiring helpI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Sarah! I love that she advocated for herself so she could have the fulfillment and flexibility that come with being one's own boss and the ability to positively impact more families' lives.
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Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
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Have you been thinking about starting a private practice because you want to prioritize family and extra income? You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Kristen Fernandez who is a speech language pathologist and the owner of Spark Pediatric Therapy in Northern Virginia. She started her private practice after being drawn to the independence, flexibility, and financial benefits that owning a private practice offers.
I got to know Kristen during her time in the Grow Your Private Practice Program and it has been amazing to see the success in her private practice in just 1 year!
In this episode, she talks about her background in school settings and previous experiences in private practices, which led to her inspiration to start her own practice using a child-centered, play-based therapy approach that is neurodiversity-affirming.
Kristen discusses the importance of setting boundaries, self-care, and prioritizing personal well-being to sustain a fulfilling and successful career in private practice.
Kristen Fernandez is a pediatric speech therapist with experience treating children of all ages in a variety of settings, including schools, private practice clinics, and hospitals. She started Spark Pediatric Therapy to create a place where therapy is based on relationships, empathy, and acceptance. Kristen takes time to really get to know the children and families she works with, forming strong relationships that allow her to provide personalized therapy that aligns with each family’s values and goals.
Her neurodiversity-affirming approach to therapy combines fun and play with parent education and evidence-based treatments to help her clients achieve goals that truly transform their lives. As a mother of three, she feels a deeply ingrained sense of responsibility to ensure that every child in her community has access to the absolute best therapy that is available.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The number one thing Kristen learned while working in other private practicesThe types of clients you can see when you have your own private practice- and yes, you get to choose them!The non-negotiable you need to have if you want to avoid burnout as a private practice ownerOne simple and effective way to bring in new clients on autopilot The pros and cons of the different ways you can see your clients The future that is possible when you have your own practiceThe one thing you need to remember if you are waiting for your kids to be older before you start your private practiceI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Kristen! I love how she emphasizes the importance of taking calculated risks and not waiting for the "perfect" time to start a private practice.
Want to learn more about what we help private practitioners within the Grow Your Private Practice Program, the program that Kristen was a part of? Please visit www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Visit Kristen’s website: https://www.sparkpediatrictherapy.com/
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Have you been thinking about starting a private practice while still being there for your family when they need you?
You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories! I sat down with Marcia Church, a speech language pathologist with a pediatric private practice in Dallas, Texas. In this episode, Marcia shares her journey from working in various locations and settings before establishing her private practice.
I got to know Marcia during her time in the Grow Your Private Practice Program. She has expanded her practice by hiring and offering additional income streams such as marketing and branding services to SLPs.
In this episode, she talks about her journey into private practice as a mom and how enforcing boundaries in her business allows her to remain flexible and available for her children.
Marcia Church, M.A., CCC-SLP is a Texas Licensed, ASHA certified Speech Pathologist of over 14 years and owns Pediatric Speech Stars, a boutique private practice in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
She specializes in the birth-5 population both virtually and in home. In addition, Marcia also offers flexible 1:1 parent and SLP virtual coaching options.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The key element Marcia focused on to attract her ideal clients to her private practiceThe amazing things that can happen when you push past the fear of the unknown and start your private practiceThe unique offer that allows Marcia to diversity her income and help other SLPs grow their private practicesThe one thing you need to do if you want to be available to your family when they need you as a private practice owner Important marketing tips that will help you build trust with the moms of your clientsThe “super sauce” to relationship-building in your private practiceThe mindset shift you need around making mistakes if you want to be successfulOne important thing you need in your home and business that will prevent overwhelmI hope you enjoyed this episode with Marcia! I love how she sticks to her boundaries for her family and how she attracts the right clients all while helping other SLPs with marketing, branding, and individualized support.
Want to learn more about what we help private practitioners within the Grow Your Private Practice Program? (The Program that Marcia used to learn how to hire and add income streams?) Please visit www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Visit Marcia’s website: www.pediatricspeechstars.com
Follow Marcia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pediatricspeechstars/
Visit Marcia’s SLP branding shop: https://www.pediatricspeechstars.com/shop
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Have you been thinking about starting to see private clients and are curious about offering Special Education Consultations through your practice? If so, you’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with one of my students, Ali Moulton. Ali is a pediatric speech language pathologist with a private practice in Northern Virginia. She started her private practice after reevaluating her priorities to focus on family and fulfilling her aspirations as a clinician.
In this episode, she discusses the importance of family and personal fulfillment in her decision to pursue private practice. She also discusses how she added another income stream to her private practice in the form of special education consultations and advocacy work - and how starting to specialize made her sought after for these services.
Ali is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the District of Columbia. She received her graduate degrees in Speech and Language Pathology and Learning Disabilities from Northwestern University. She received her undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a concentration in Speech and Language Pathology from Northwestern University.
Ali has created and implemented interdisciplinary educational programming and has assisted in the creation and implementation of special education curriculum for elementary, middle, and high school special education programs. She has developed and presented professional development on the diagnosis and treatment of dyslexia and language development. She has trained special education teachers on the evaluation process for diagnosing dyslexia and was a member of the Dyslexia Core Team that assisted in the creation of the Dyslexia Handbook for a school district in Northern Virginia.
Ali recently completed the Inside Out Sensory Certificate for SLPs, which involved training in the assessment and implementation of sensory strategies in speech sessions. She is currently working toward her Qualification in Orofacial Myology (QOM).
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The one thing you have to do if you want people to send you clientsAn inside look at what it looks like to take your private practice from part-time to full-timeHow private practice can help bring you true fulfillmentThe types of decisions you get to make for yourself when you become your own bossHow you can make your private practice stand out in the crowd and increase your impact by offering special servicesThe key to adding additional income streams into your private practiceI hope you enjoyed this episode with Ali! I love how she started her private practice on the side while working in the schools and then took the leap to go full-time to focus on quality time with her family.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices - just like we helped Ali, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Visit Ali’s website: https://www.moultonspeech.com/
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Thinking about adding Orton Gillingham to your own private practice? You’ll love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories!
I sat down with Elizabeth Doherty, who is a speech-language pathologist and reading specialist with a private practice in New York called Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy.
After working in the schools, she decided to start her private practice in order to gain more flexibility and financial freedom.
In this episode, she talks about her interest in the relationship between speech, language, and reading, and how that led her to discover the Orton Gillingham approach which she added to her private practice. Elizabeth discusses how this niche focus has helped her find success with clients, increase her rates, and provide training to other SLPs.
She also talks about how having her own practice has allowed her immense freedom and flexibility in her life as a mom and a doctoral student.
Elizabeth founded Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy, LLC, in 2013 with the mission to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for career success in the 21st century. With the unique perspective of both a speech-language pathologist and reading teacher, Elizabeth supports both oral and printed language, helping students gain proficiencies that translate across speaking, hearing, processing, reading, writing, and spelling.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The power of choosing a niche that helps you stand out The truth about the compensation we deserve as SLPs and OTsThe key to getting confident and asking for referrals The one thing Elizabeth did that helped her private practice take offHow you can make your private practice work for you in any season of lifeThe simple math for how your private practice can help you work less and make more How offering Orton Gillingham services in her private practice helped Elizabeth find her passion and grow her impactHow Elizabeth is using her knowledge to empower and educate other SLPs with her courseI hope you enjoyed this conversation with Elizabeth! She is a perfect example of someone who noticed a need in her community and filled it by offering trainings to other SLPs, which helps to grow her own practice and support the SLP community around her.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Follow Elizabeth on Instagram and learn more about her course: https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth_readingslp
Check out the Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy website:
https://www.manhattanspeechlanguage.com/
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Thinking of transitioning from home health to private practice?
You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories! I sat down with one of my Start program students, Alex Wynter. She’s a speech-language pathologist with a private practice in Philadelphia, PA called the Wynter Wellness Group. She decided to start her private practice while working in home health. Alex loved the work she was doing in her community but wanted more freedom to do things on her own terms.
In this episode, she talks about the obstacles she faced working in corporate healthcare and how having her own practice has led to more freedom and fulfillment.
Alex also discusses the importance of non-clinical skills when it comes to multiple streams of income and how she also offers public speaking engagements, mentorship, and caregiver coaching.
Alexandria has been treating the adult and senior population for 10 years, working for some of the top healthcare systems in Philadelphia including Penn Medicine at Home & Hospice Services with the Penn Medicine hospital network and Mercy Home Health with Nazareth Hospital.
After her beginnings in home health 6 years ago, she realized the unique challenges and services needed by those living with chronic conditions. Often seen as "frequent flyers" by their healthcare team, with their concerns frequently swept under the rug as being "the usual complaints" she continued to see this population underserved. It's the exact reason she decided to work with adults & seniors with chronic conditions.
Due to her special abilities to build authentic relationships with her patients and communicate with their healthcare team (including physicians, specialists, and other therapists), she has been able to help her patients see significant gains, not only with their speech therapy goals but with their overall health as well.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The seeds you can plant now that can bloom into a successful private practice A peek into what it’s like owning an adult-focused private practiceOne simple question you can ask your clients that will help your private practice grow exponentially The best way to get the support and encouragement you need when you start your private practice journeyThe power you have to choose your own adventure as a private practice ownerA realistic look at what it’s like when you decide to leave your job and go all in on your private practice The one thing that could stop you from fulfillment as an SLP or OTThe key thing you have to remember when figuring out billing and insuranceI hope you enjoyed hearing from Alex and how she took the initiative to start her own practice. She is a perfect example of someone who expanded her practice through diversifying her income streams and focusing on non-clinical skills in addition to clinical care.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support you - just like we supported Alex - please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Visit Alex’s website: http://www.thewynterwellnessgroup.com/
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Are you thinking about specializing in your private practice? You’ll love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories.
I sat down with Farwa Husain who is a speech-language pathologist with a neurodiversity affirming private practice in New Jersey. She decided to start her private practice after feeling burnt out and wanting to have a deeper impact on the children she was working with.
In this episode, she talks about specializing in Gestalt Language Processing and the importance of neurodiversity-affirming care. Farwa discusses how specializing has allowed her to have more control over her caseload and avoid burnout.
She also talks about how she grew her practice by providing in-services and education for families and the community and how she is now selling physical products.
Farwa Husain is an experienced bilingual speech-language pathologist and private practice owner of One-on-One Speech Therapy located in Raritan, NJ. She obtained her Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Teachers College, Columbia University.
Farwa presented at the 2022 American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) National Convention on ”Using Natural Language Acquisition to Support Autistic and Neurotypical Gestalt Language Development .“ She was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Award for Continuing Education (ACE) from ASHA.
Farwa is currently serving as President of Morris County Speech and Hearing Association. Farwa takes a holistic, sensory-driven, play-based approach to support children’s language development and goals.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How starting your private practice can be the key to overcoming burnout and reigniting your passionFarwa’s proven tips to successfully attract clients - even if you’re just starting outThe simple mindset shift that can propel you to success in your practiceThe secret to differentiating your private practice from all the others and attracting your ideal clientsLittle-known ways you can incorporate additional streams of income into your private practice for increased financial stabilityThe power of connecting with other SLPs and how Farwa does it to grow her professional circleThe simple way to exponentially grow your impact and make a lasting difference in your communityI love how Farwa started her own practice so she could operate within her zone of genius, Gestalt Language Therapy. She is a perfect example of someone who is growing their practice through multiple income streams and tailoring their offerings to their interests and skills.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Visit Farwa’s website: https://www.oneononespeechtherapy.com/
Follow Farwa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one.on.one.speechtherapy
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Are you a neurodivergent SLP or OT thinking about starting your own private practice? This episode of Private Practice Success Stories is for you!
I sat down with Alex Green, a speech-language pathologist with a private practice called Green Family Therapies in La Verne, California. She grew up watching her mom work as a school-based SLP and fell in love with the field, but decided to start her private practice after being in an unsupportive work environment.
In this episode, Alex talks about how she almost left the field entirely after her clinical fellowship year where she felt exploited, overworked, and unsupported. She discusses how her daughter was the key to discovering her own ADHD diagnosis, and how having a clinical director has helped her maintain work-life balance as a neurodivergent SLP.
In 2022, Alexandria Green, MS, CCC-SLP, a seasoned entrepreneur and private practice owner, experienced a pivotal moment. Drawing from her 11-year journey in communication disorders and inspired by the collaborative spirit that defined her SLP community, she envisioned a platform to amplify the collective wisdom of Speech and Language Pathologists (SLPs).
Motivated by her personal challenges as an undiagnosed neurodivergent ADHDer and a desire for work-life harmony, Alexandria founded the SLP Link. This dynamic platform serves as a haven where SLPs from diverse settings unite, share direct-access resources, and collectively elevate their practices through a supportive and collaborative community.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
What led Alex to start a private practiceHow she got her first clientHow Alex grew her private practice from nothing up to hiring over 10 therapistsHow she transitioned to virtual therapy during the pandemicThe power of having a strong team as a large private practice owner with ADHDHow Alex changed her life and business after her diagnosisWhy private practice is perfect for people with ADHDI hope you enjoyed this episode with Alex! I love how she learned how to work with her neurodivergence, not against it. The field of SLP is evolving and making progress when it comes to neurodivergence, and Alex is part of that change.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Visit Alex’s website: https://theslplink.com/
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theslplink/
Where We Can Connect:
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