Episode 116: The Entrepreneurial Journey: Boundaries, Balance, and Building a Successful Practice [featuring Kathryn Esquer and Allie Joy]
Just wrapped up a thought-provoking episode on the All Things Private Practice podcast featuring Kathryn Esquer and Allie Joy, founders of The Therapist Network and Co-Hosts of the "Am I A Bad Therapist" podcast. We dove deep into the world of entrepreneurial mental health professionals and what it takes to set and maintain boundaries in business and personal life.
Here are the key takeaways:
- Boundaries are Key: Setting and Honoring Work-Life Boundaries—We discussed the critical role of communication and transparency when establishing and modifying boundaries in business partnerships and personal lives. Learn how being intentional about work habits, like how using phone limitations and screen time settings can preserve energy and maintain work-life balance.
- Consistency is Crucial: Building Sustainable Success—Kathryn and Allie stressed the need for intentionality and consistency in creating successful projects and businesses, emphasizing the importance of long-term commitment in podcasting and beyond. Discover how systems and boundaries play a pivotal role in maintaining consistency and establishing a unique dynamic in partnerships.
- Overcome Doubt: "Do It Scared, But Do It Well"—The episode contains invaluable advice for mental health professionals and entrepreneurs, encouraging them to embrace the motto "doubt yourself, do it anyway" in alignment with "do it scared." Explore the significance of deliberate intention, planning, and setup for success, and the impact of partnership in balancing energies and fostering a positive impact on businesses.
More about Kathryn:
Dr. Kathryn Esquer is a Licensed Psychologist, MBA graduate, and founder of the Telethearpist Network, a consultation community for the next generation of therapists. She is passionate about eliminating isolation and burnout in the field of mental health. By prioritizing connection and community, the Teletherapist Network brings together forward-thinking therapists to achieve their big goals in work and life.
Check out the Teletherapist Network Membership:
The Telethearpist Network is the only private consultation community for the next generation of therapists. By prioritizing connection and community, the Teletherapist Network brings together forward-thinking therapists to create unparalleled success in their clinical skills, professional businesses, and personal lives. Network members enjoy unlimited consultation groups, Masterclasses, telehealth referrals, book clubs, media opportunities, and so much more! Visit teletherapistnetwork.com.
- Instagram: @teletherapistnetwork
More about Allie:
Alexandra is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist based in Connecticut. She owns her own private practice as well as Creative Clinical Consultation & Supervision (CCCS), which helps other therapists incorporate creativity into their own work in a fun and ethical way. She is passionate about helping therapists find success in their clinical work as well as their businesses.
Social media:
- Instagram: @abadtherapistpod & @thejoyoftherapy
- Tiktok: @thejoyoftherapy
- YouTube: www.youtube.com/@badtherapist
- Allie's Website: www.cccs.care
- Podcast: abadtherapist.com
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