In this podcast episode, Natalie Englander, a senior
cognitive behavioural therapist and mindfulness teacher, shares her experience
of transitioning from working in the NHS to starting her full-time private
practice specialising in therapy for perfectionists. Natalie discusses her
career background, the motivations behind her move to private practice, and the
gradual build-up to making the transition. She provides insight into the
challenges and strategies involved in building a private client base, emphasizing
the importance of having a niche, setting up foundational systems, and
leveraging digital marketing tools like a well-optimized website and an active
Instagram presence. Additionally, Natalie talks about the role of leveraging
collaborations, public relations, and speaking engagements in growing her
practice. She concludes by offering advice for therapists considering private
practice, highlighting the value of understanding personal goals, the
significance of a support network or business coaching, and the necessity of
customizing one's approach to business and marketing.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:31 Natalie's Journey from NHS to Private Practice
01:03 The Transition to Private Practice: Strategies and
Challenges
03:40 Building a Private Practice: From Part-Time to
Full-Time
08:09 Marketing Strategies for Therapists: Websites and
Instagram
10:42 The Power of Instagram and Website for Client
Acquisition
16:45 Designing a Successful Website: Tips and Tools
20:41 Expanding Your Reach: Courses, Workshops, and Brand
Collaborations
23:33 Growing and Managing an Instagram Account
40:47 The Importance of Business Coaching and Setting Goals
43:36 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Private
Practitioners