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A big sister pep talk for therapists on social media with Donnie Newman22 sept. 202600:32:12

Alicia Murray talks with Donnie Newman, a New York based therapist specializing in body image, self-esteem, and disordered eating, about what it really looks like to market a private practice on social media. Donnie shares how her own growth, discomfort, and confidence shifts have shaped her content, plus the boundaries she uses to stay ethical and protected online. This conversation is especially useful for therapists who want to show up more consistently without losing themselves to comparison, comments, or the pressure to go viral.


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Parenting, Postpartum, and Maternity Leave in Private Practice with Liana Ross18 sept. 202600:32:17

Alicia Murray talks with Liana Ross, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor, KSEC certified addiction specialist, and clinical director of Gooding Wellness Group, about navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and maternity leave while running a private practice. Liana shares what it looked like to plan leave, protect her schedule, rebuild her caseload, and manage the emotional reality of returning to work as a parent. They also cover the mental load of childcare disruptions, the importance of intentional boundaries, and why having a practice that fits your life can make return-to-work feel more sustainable.


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Outlasting the algorithm with Melanie Emlyn11 sept. 202600:39:58

Alicia talks with Mel Emlyn, a Calgary-based manual osteopath, certified nutritional practitioner, 500-hour registered yoga teacher, and wellness content creator, about what it really takes to use social media as a healthcare practitioner. They dig into the emotional side of showing up online, the business case for smaller engaged accounts, and how to create content that builds trust without letting the internet run your life.

Key topics
  • They discuss how Instagram has changed over time, and why creators should not force themselves into one format just because the algorithm is pushing it.
  • Alicia and Mel both talk about the value of experimenting with content types, including carousels, talking-head videos, b-roll, stories, and short series.
  • They unpack how creators can separate their self-worth from performance metrics, especially when a post flops or doesn’t get the reach they hoped for.
  • Mel explains why she sees social media as a business tool and a safeguard, not just a marketing vanity project.
  • They discuss how smaller, niche, highly engaged accounts can still convert well for practices, retreats, partnerships, and sponsorships.
  • Mel shares her rule for personal content: if she reveals something difficult, she tries to return later with a lesson or takeaway rather than simply unloading online.
  • Alicia and Mel close with practical advice for practitioners who are just starting out: be gentle, expect discomfort, show your face, and protect your energy with boundaries around app use.

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A therapist's guide to networking01 sept. 202600:19:32
Alicia Murray leads this solo pep talk on networking for therapists in private practice, with a focus on turning relationship-building into a steady source of referrals. The episode breaks down the mindset shifts that make networking feel less intimidating and more natural. It also gives practical ways to start small, stay consistent, and make your practice easy to refer to.Key topics
  • In this episode, Alicia reframes networking as relationship building, not schmoozing or selling.
  • She challenges the fear that therapists in the same niche are competition, and explains why they can actually become your strongest referral sources.
  • She shares why therapists with full caseloads, waitlists, or referral overflow are often the best people to connect with.
  • Alicia emphasizes using the same skills therapists already use in the therapy room: curiosity, attunement, and genuine relationship-building.
  • She suggests practical ways to get in the room, including covering a colleague’s leave, joining consultation groups, attending supervision groups, and speaking at local events.
  • She stresses the importance of being dependable and easy to refer to, with a smooth intake or response process.
  • She expands the referral conversation beyond therapists to include primary care doctors, psychiatrists, school counselors, attorneys, dietitians, PT, OT, clergy, and more.
  • Alicia highlights the often-overlooked role of gatekeepers like receptionists, office managers, and intake coordinators in larger group practices.
  • She walks through the value of being able to clearly and confidently explain who you serve, what you do, and what outcomes your practice supports.
  • She closes by encouraging listeners to start small with one therapist coffee chat and one follow-up email in the next 30 days.


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The 1% Fix: Small course corrections for therapists Before Burnout Wins with Aubrey Richardson26 août 202600:40:09

Alicia Murray talks with Aubrey Richardson LPC about therapist burnout, why self-care advice often misses the point, and how private practice can unintentionally recreate the same stressors clinicians hoped to escape. Aubrey shares her own burnout story, what changed in her work, and practical ways therapists can start noticing problems earlier.

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A real conversation about private practice and motherhood with Kelsey Kehoe18 août 202600:42:06

Alicia Murray talks with Kelsey Kehoe, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years in private practice, about the realities of being a therapist, business owner, and mom at the same time. Kelsey shares how she rebuilt her practice after a major life shift, why burnout shows up so quickly when capacity is ignored, and how therapist moms can create more sustainable schedules and boundaries.

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Expand your practice to more locations with Dr. Kellen Scantlebury12 août 202600:33:44

Alicia Murray talks with Dr. Kellen Scantlebury, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, NSCA certified strength and conditioning specialist, and founder of Fit Club New York, about how he grew from one clinic to four locations across New York City. They dig into expansion strategy, creative lease structures, hiring, delegation, and the mindset shifts needed to scale a practice without losing the heart of it.

Kellen shares how relationships and opportunistic real estate deals fueled expansion, why creative partnerships can lower overhead, and what he learned the hard way about leases, legal protection, and managing a larger team.

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The success potential behind boutique group practices with Marisa Ronquillo07 août 202600:36:28

Alicia Murray sits down with Marissa Ronquillo, LMFT, founder of Insightful Roots Therapy, to talk about what it really takes to grow a values-driven group practice without losing your boundaries, your margins, or your sanity. Marissa shares how she built a small boutique practice rooted in trauma work, EMDR, and supporting high-achieving adults across California. They also get practical about hiring, compensation, profit margins, supervision, vacations, and why group practice success does not have to mean scaling to 30 clinicians.

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What every therapist needs to know about SEO and AI visibility29 juil. 202600:41:25

In this episode, Natalia Maganda and Alicia Murray explore how private practice therapists can leverage SEO, AI, and local digital strategies to attract clients sustainably. They discuss niching, effective content creation, backlinks, and technical SEO essentials, providing practical tips to enhance online visibility and authority.

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