Abundant Practice Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Today's guest, Dr. Sumi Raghavan, PHD, joins me to talk about her powerful transition from academia to full-time private practice. She shares the motivations behind her decision, the challenges she faced along the way, and the key moments that shaped her journey. We dive into what it was like to balance academic responsibilities while building a trauma-focused, cross-cultural therapy practice—and what ultimately led her to go all-in. Our conversation covers everything from strategic planning and marketing to niching and the emotional risks (and rewards) of stepping fully into private practice. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Looking to switch EHRs? Try TherapyNotes® for 2 months free by using promo code ABUNDANT at therapynotes.com. 🎉 Want to work less, earn more, and finally build a private practice that fits your life? The Abundance Party gives you everything you need—courses, templates, expert support, and a thriving community—to help you create a 6-figure practice on your terms (even in this economy). 💰✨ Learn more about today's guest on our website & https://www.drsumiphd.com.

Ever dream of living part of the year abroad and running a thriving in-person practice? 🌍✨ In this Ask Allison, I'm breaking down how to make it work when you're living a dual-country life—whether you're gone for a few weeks or a solid three months. We'll cover 4 creative practice models that let you travel without burning out, losing income, or ghosting your clients. Whether it's sabbaticals, virtual work, adjunctive services, or intensives—you've got options, and I'm here to help! Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Looking to switch EHRs? Try TherapyNotes® for 2 months free by using promo code ABUNDANT at therapynotes.com. Links You'll Love: Grab our FREE tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links Ready to fill your practice faster? Join the Abundance Party today and get 75% off your first month with promo code PODCAST: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty Need help with your niche? Check out our Know Your Niche course (just $27!) and learn how to attract your ideal client effortlessly: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/niche Have a question for me about practice building? Submit it via our Ask Allison form, and I'll add it to the queue: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/ask_allison Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

In today's podcast, Allison chats Abundance Community member with Cheryl to explore the niche of moral perfectionists—those caught between wanting to do more in today's political climate and feeling paralyzed about where to start. They talk through how guilt, overwhelm, anxiety, and depression often show up for this group, even when many don't see their struggles as "therapy-worthy." Cheryl and Allison dig into how therapists can communicate this niche effectively, especially by highlighting the version of perfectionism that leads people to seek therapy when the weight of it all becomes too much to carry alone. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free 🎉 Want a 30-minute 1:1 with me in addition to on-demand courses, trainings, scripts, & templates? Join the Party today and get exclusive access to our monthly 1:1 email, where a limited number of members get the chance to grab a spot on my calendar. These go fast, and the Party is the only way in! Use promo code PODCAST for 75% off your 1st month: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 📝 Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/link ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

Struggling to commit to a niche? In today's Ask Allison, I'm sharing why your niche doesn't have to be perfect—or permanent. You'll learn how to approach niching without the pressure, why it's more like dating than marriage, and what to do if you're battling indecision or imposter syndrome. By the end, you'll know how to choose a "good enough" niche for right now, move forward with confidence, and give yourself permission to pivot as your practice grows. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links 🎯 Need help with your niche? Check out our Know Your Niche course (just $27!) and learn how to attract your ideal client effortlessly: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/niche Ready to fill your practice faster? Join the Abundance Party today and get $46 off your first month with promo code BDAY (note: this promo expires 8/23): www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty Have a question for me about practice building? Submit it via our Ask Allison form, and I'll add it to the queue: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/ask_allison ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

In today's episode, Allison sits down with Dr. Jennifer Dall to talk about the often-overlooked signs of ADHD in women and why so many are diagnosed later in life. They unpack how ADHD can show up differently as we age, especially when it intersects with things like eating disorders and the hormonal shifts that come with perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Jennifer Dall shares insights on why traditional diagnostic criteria can miss adult women and why therapists need to stay curious, listen closely to their clients' experiences, and offer accommodations and strategies that actually work in real life. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free 🎉 Want a 30-minute 1:1 with me in addition to on-demand courses, trainings, scripts, & templates? Join the Party today and get exclusive access to our monthly 1:1 email, where a limited number of members get the chance to grab a spot on my calendar. These go fast, and the Party is the only way in! THIS WEEK ONLY, use promo code BDAY for $46 off your first month: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 📝 Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/link ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

Want a full caseload of self-pay clients? In today's Ask Allison, I'm breaking down the three-part formula: a clear niche, consistent authentic marketing, and a great client experience. You'll learn why your niche doesn't have to box you in, which two marketing strategies are non-negotiable, and how to choose three more that you'll actually stick with. By the end, you'll know exactly how to position yourself as the therapist for your ideal clients—and the simple, repeatable marketing plan that fills your practice without burning you out. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links 🎯 Need help with your niche? Check out our Know Your Niche course (just $27!) and learn how to attract your ideal client effortlessly: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/niche Ready to fill your practice faster? Join the Abundance Party today and get 75% off your first month with promo code ASK: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty Have a question for me about practice building? Submit it via our Ask Allison form, and I'll add it to the queue: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/ask_allison ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

In today's episode, Nikki Lacherza-Drew, PsyD, founder of Couch Side Coordinators, joins me to talk about why outsourcing is essential for a sustainable private practice. We get into the fears that can hold therapists back—like losing control or worrying about the cost—and how letting go of certain tasks can actually increase your income and free up time for the work you love. Nikki shares her own journey, the most common areas therapists need help with (think SEO and social media), and practical tips for delegating effectively and setting goals when you bring someone on board. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free 🎉 Want a 30-minute 1:1 with me in addition to on-demand courses, trainings, scripts, & templates? Join the Party today and get exclusive access to our monthly 1:1 email, where a limited number of members get the chance to grab a spot on my calendar. These go fast, and the Party is the only way in! Use promo code ASK for 75% off your first month: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 📝 Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/link ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

In today's episode of the podcast, we're doing something a bit different. This episode features a course from my new company, Not Boring CEs (don't worry - Abundance isn't going anywhere). At Not Boring CEs, we offer an engaging way to earn your asynchronous continuing education credits without sacrificing enjoyment. You can listen to the training sessions on the go through the Not Boring CEs podcast (available on all major podcast platforms) or watch the video content before completing the required CE quiz and evaluation to receive your certificate. Here are a few more of my favorite on-demand CEs that you can access right now: "What the Heck Is Sex Therapy?" with Dr. Erika Miley "Evidence-Based Treatment for OCD" with Beth Brawley, LPC "Headache Psychology" with Emily Foxen-Craft, PhD, LP As a special offer to all of our podcast listeners, you can receive a $50 discount by using the coupon code ABUNDANCE. Join us today and never be bored by continuing education again! To learn more about Not Boring CEs and today's guest, visit https://notboringces.com/.

Feeling trapped in agency work because of the benefits? In today's Ask Allison, I'm breaking down what it really looks like to leave an agency job for private practice when health insurance, PTO, and retirement plans feel like the golden handcuffs. We'll look at the actual numbers—using conservative national averages—so you can see how your take-home pay, time off, and quality of life can change when you're in control. I'll also cover how to replace your benefits, what an S Corp can save you in taxes, and why "free" perks at your agency might be costing you more than you think. By the end, you'll have a clear picture of what's possible—and the steps you can take right now to get there. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/links Ready to fill your practice faster? Join the Abundance Party today and get 75% off your first month with promo code ASK: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty Have a question for me about practice building? Submit it via our Ask Allison form, and I'll add it to the queue: https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/ask_allison ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!

Aja Evans, LMHC joins me in today's episode to talk about her upcoming book on money in therapy—how it shows up in the room, and why it matters for both therapists and clients. We dig into common financial struggles faced by therapists (especially women), gaps in financial education during grad school, and how social media can distort our sense of financial reality. Aja also shares her take on wealth, class, and power dynamics in the therapy world, plus what she hopes readers take away from the book. We wrap up with a personal chat about housing, future goals, and what's next for her. Visit ajaevanscounseling.com for Aja's book Feel Good Finance. Attention Abundance Community members: Aja is our Abundance Community trainer for August 2025. For details on the live training via Zoom, email the HelpDesk or check out the event listing in our private Abundance Community Facebook group. Sponsored by TherapyNotes®: Use promo code Abundant for 2 months free 🎉 Want a 30-minute 1:1 with me? Join the Party today and get exclusive access to our monthly 1:1 email, where a limited number of members get the chance to grab a spot on my calendar. These go fast, and the Party is the only way in! Use promo code ASK for 75% off your first month: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty 📝 Grab our free tools to grow your practice—weekly worksheets, the Tasky Checklist, and more: www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/link ▶️ Prefer video? This episode is also available to stream on our YouTube channel!