Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories

By Kelly + Miranda

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Join Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer of zynnyme Private Practice Experts as they speak with successful practice owners about how they created lives and businesses they love. Whether you're new to private practice or already successful and looking to expand, you'll find plenty of stories to get motivated and start designing the practice of your dreams! • Learn about our LIFETIME program for current and aspiring practice owners: https://bit.ly/LearnAboutBusinessSchool • Check out how YOU can be featured on the podcast (or even have us on yours!): https://www.zynnyme.com/podcast

Episode Date
State of the Union November 2025
Dec 08, 2025
Making Therapy Work When the System Feels Broken
Nov 10, 2025
How Katie Built a Thriving Practice for High Risk Teens and Found Her Purpose
Nov 03, 2025
Healing Religious Trauma and Building a Private Practice: Cassidy on Therapy, Faith, and Writing
Oct 27, 2025
The Hidden Dangers of Tech Therapy Contracts: Ethics, Labor, and the Fight for Fair Pay with Liath
Oct 20, 2025
Moving States as a Therapist? Amity Shares Her Private Practice Startup Blueprint
Oct 06, 2025
The State of Therapy: Tips for Therapists on Handling Insurance Rate Hikes and Technology
Sep 29, 2025
Fertility Specialization and Professional Women: Dr. Wiyatta’s Guide to Counseling Niches
Sep 22, 2025
Sleep, Chronic Pain, and Overcontrol: How Jessica Found Her Niche in Private Practice
Sep 15, 2025
Art, Authenticity, and ADHD: Allison’s Playbook for Building a Private Practice That Fits YOU
Sep 10, 2025
The State of Therapy: Why Therapists Are in High Demand and How to Stand Out
Sep 03, 2025
Integrating Neurodivergence & Culture in an Empowered Therapy Practice with Nina
Sep 01, 2025
Private Practice at Any Age: Wisdom, Aging, and Thriving as a Therapist
Aug 25, 2025
From Teacher Burnout to Thriving Group Practice: Lessons from Latasha in San Antonio
Aug 18, 2025
Leading with Heart: Fostering Intimacy in Therapy and Business with Gary
Aug 13, 2025
Carving a Unique Path: Moderation-Focused Counseling with Merrilee
Aug 11, 2025
The State of Therapy: From Burnout to Embodiment for Today’s Therapists with Barbara Griswold
Aug 06, 2025
From Imposter Syndrome to Inspiration in Private Practice with Erinn
Jul 28, 2025
From Agency Burnout to Private Practice: Jessica on Taking the Leap
Jul 21, 2025
When Life Changes Everything: Transforming a Counseling Practice After Profound Loss with Megan
Jul 16, 2025
From Nonprofit Work to Somatic Therapy in San Diego: Shay’s Professional Evolution
Jul 14, 2025
The State of Therapy: Surviving Debt, Burnout, and Systemic Issues in Private Practice
Jul 09, 2025
The Importance of Mentorship and Culture from a Successful Texas Group Practice Owner
Jul 07, 2025
The State of Therapy: Real Talk on AI, Ethics, and Private Practice Growth with Miranda & Kelly
Jun 30, 2025
From Poetry to Private Practice with Jamey
Jun 23, 2025
Innovation, Psychedelics, and Making Practice Fun with Alicia
Jun 18, 2025
Building a Thriving Trauma-Focused Group Practice with Lauran
Jun 16, 2025
Finding Your Rhythm in Private Practice: Breathwork, Business, and the Power of Presence with Breathwork Facilitator Zach Rehder
May 20, 2025
The State of Therapy: Surviving, Thriving, and (Un)Learning the Rules
May 15, 2025
The State of Therapy: Big Business, Burnout, and Reinventing Private Practice
Apr 30, 2025
Building a Thriving Private Practice in a Small Town: Bridgette's Inspiring Journey
Apr 28, 2025
Ditching Insurance: How Chelsea Built a Thriving Private Pay Practice
Apr 21, 2025
From Tech to Therapy: Embracing Change with Raffi
Jan 15, 2025
Finding Your True Calling with Anna
Jan 08, 2025
Building a Successful Private Practice from Group Practice with Ross
Dec 30, 2024
Exploring Therapeutic Tools for a Balanced Practice with Patricia
Dec 23, 2024
Supporting Families and Building Inclusive Communities with Robin
Dec 16, 2024
Life Balance Solutions for Thriving Therapists with Caleb
Oct 28, 2024
Empowering Women of Color in Private Practice with Shani
Oct 25, 2024
From Stress to Success in Private Practice with Jennifer
Oct 23, 2024
From Burnout to Balance in Private Practice with Beth
Oct 21, 2024
Redefining Therapy and Business Through Movement with Lisa
Sep 23, 2024
From Struggling Therapist to Thriving Practice Owner with Alisa
Sep 17, 2024
The Ever-Learning Therapist with Natalie
Jul 23, 2024
Mastering Your Marketing Plan: Strategies for Therapist Success
Jun 11, 2024
Client-Centered Marketing Messages: Ethical Strategies for Attracting the Right Therapy Clients
May 14, 2024
The Outcome-Driven Practice: Enhancing Income, Growth and Client Satisfaction
Apr 18, 2024
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 16)
Nov 01, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 15)
Oct 31, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 14)
Oct 30, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 13)
Oct 29, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 12)
Oct 28, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 11)
Oct 27, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 10)
Oct 25, 2023
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 9)
Oct 24, 2023
Terms and Conditions: What Every Therapist Needs to Know
Aug 29, 2023
The Journey into Private Practice and Beyond with Dr. Marie Fang
Jul 10, 2023
Connect with Self Meditation for Therapists
Jun 28, 2023
Audits and Records Requests with Barbara
Jun 26, 2023
Brainspotting in Life and Private Practice with Becca
May 22, 2023
Empowering Yourself in Private Practice with Amy
May 15, 2023
Healing Through Private Practice and Self-Pacing with Ariana
May 08, 2023
Following Your Inner Compass in Private Practice with Jerry
Mar 20, 2023
Embracing the Private Practice Journey with Kadeisha
Mar 13, 2023
Discovering Your Desires and Limitations in Private Practice with Jane Travis
Mar 06, 2023
The First Step Towards Your Dream Private Practice with Mary
Feb 27, 2023
Breaking Through Money Blocks with Beth and Cynthia
Feb 20, 2023
Honoring Yourself in Private Practice with Pamela
Feb 13, 2023
Overcoming Burnout in Private Practice with Haley
Feb 06, 2023
The True Meaning of Private Practice Success with Maya
Jan 30, 2023
The Art of Starting a Private Practice with Melissa
Jan 23, 2023
Navigating the Challenges of Running a Faith-Based Practice with Whitney
Jan 09, 2023
Passion to Private Practice Niche with Megan
Dec 19, 2022
Overcoming Money Anxiety in Private Practice with Linzy
Dec 12, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 8)
Dec 09, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 7)
Dec 09, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 6)
Dec 08, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 5)
Dec 07, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 4)
Dec 06, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 3)
Dec 05, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 2)
Dec 02, 2022
Behind-the-Scenes Focus Session Meditations (Episode 1)
Dec 01, 2022
What to Know Before Starting a Private Practice with Dawn
Nov 21, 2022
Money (Meditation Series for Therapists)
Nov 10, 2022
Detachment (Meditation Series for Therapists)
Nov 03, 2022
Self-Love (Meditation Series for Therapists)
Oct 27, 2022
Gratitude (Meditation Series for Therapists)
Oct 20, 2022
Building a Solid Foundation for Your Private Practice with Beth
Oct 10, 2022
What Really Matters on a Therapist Website with Nikki
Oct 03, 2022
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs in Private Practice with Desiree
Sep 29, 2022
Stepping into Your Power as a Private Practice Owner with Megan
Sep 28, 2022
Finding Success in Private Practice: Business School Live Panel
Sep 28, 2022
Finding Healing in Your Private Practice Journey with Haley
Sep 27, 2022
Embracing Possibilities in Private Practice with Maya
Sep 26, 2022
Growing into Group Practice with Melissa
Sep 22, 2022
Showing Up as Your Authentic Self with Kadeisha
Sep 21, 2022
Private Practice Meditation with Kelly Higdon
Sep 14, 2022
Giving Back to the Community as a Private Practice Owner with Sonila
Sep 12, 2022
Defining Your Niche in Private Practice with Patrick
Sep 08, 2022
Creating a Website for Your Group Practice: Websites for Therapists with Tiffany
Aug 29, 2022
Writing Treatment Plans in Under Ten Minutes with Barbara
Aug 22, 2022
Improving Your SEO Rankings and Visibility: Websites for Therapists with Sara
Jul 25, 2022
Reconnecting to the Joy of Private Practice with Allison
Jul 15, 2022
Making Therapy Affordable for the Transgender and Nonbinary Community with addyson
Jun 27, 2022
Evolving and Growing your Business with Laura
Jun 20, 2022
Shifting Your Money Mindset and Recognizing Your Worth with Helen
Jun 06, 2022
Conquering Your Fears of the Subpoena Process with Nicol
May 23, 2022
An Ongoing Journey as a Website Designer: Websites for Therapists with Daniel
May 16, 2022
Staying Busy and Successful in Practice with Margaret
May 09, 2022
A Minimalist Web Design with Major Impact: Websites for Therapists with Erika
Apr 25, 2022
Embracing Empathy and Authenticity as a Team with Jennie
Apr 15, 2022
Discovering Your Next Steps with Karen
Apr 13, 2022
Putting Yourself Out There with Vargas
Apr 12, 2022
Self-Discovery and Vulnerability: Websites for Therapists with Kate
Apr 11, 2022
Building a Therapist Community with Eden
Apr 09, 2022
Accountability in Life and Business with Ryan
Apr 07, 2022
Relocating Your Practice, Not Your Website: Websites for Therapists with Ashley
Mar 30, 2022
The Parallel Process: Websites for Therapists with Robin
Mar 29, 2022
The Ukrainian War and Trauma in Private Practice with Dr. Polina
Mar 25, 2022
Attracting the Right Clients: Websites for Therapists with Erinn
Mar 23, 2022
Therapy Is Awkward: Writing and Creating a Following with Nicole
Mar 19, 2022
Successful and Group Practice Owners: Business School Q&A
Mar 18, 2022
Q&A for Therapists in Private Practice (Business School for Therapists)
Mar 18, 2022
Struggling in Private Practice: Business School Q&A
Mar 17, 2022
Starting a Private Practice: Business School Q&A
Mar 17, 2022
Overcoming Fears and Trusting The Process with Karen
Mar 15, 2022
Successful Practice Discussion Panel
Mar 15, 2022
Burnt Out Therapists: Learn How to Heal & Recover from Burnout
Mar 12, 2022
Speaking Your Truth and Investing in Yourself: Websites for Therapists with Jackie
Mar 12, 2022
Building a Business Bigger Than a Lemonade Stand: Websites for Therapists with Jeanetta
Mar 11, 2022
Ditching Some (or All) Insurance as a Private Practice Owner
Mar 11, 2022
How to Know When Group Practice is Right for You: A Conversation with Lauran
Mar 10, 2022
How to have a group practice that pays you and your employees well!
Mar 10, 2022
Websites for Therapists with Tabitha
Mar 09, 2022
Fill Your Caseload and Manage a Full, Thriving Practice with Ease!
Mar 09, 2022
Starting a thriving practice from scratch in 2022
Mar 08, 2022
Being Authentic and Creating a Following with Abbey
Mar 04, 2022
Struggling in Private Practice Discussion Panel
Mar 03, 2022
The Trials of Book Publication: Managing and Expanding Your Practice with Publishing Work
Mar 02, 2022
Group Practice Discussion Panel
Feb 27, 2022
Starting a Private Practice Discussion Panel 2021
Feb 26, 2022
Persevering After Setbacks and How To Tell When You’re Ready For Change With Rachel
Feb 21, 2022
Pain and Burnout in Private Practice: Starting a Practice as an HSP & Introvert
Feb 17, 2022
Know Yourself and Stand Out: Self-Disclosing and Improving Your Presence Online with Ronald
Feb 15, 2022
Making Businesses More Human with John
Feb 12, 2022
Giving Yourself Permission: Should You Close Your Private Practice?
Feb 07, 2022
Navigating Neurodivergent Entrepreneurship with Caroline
Feb 01, 2022
Navigating and Transitioning Into your Practice With Dr. Shemena
Jan 11, 2022
Adapting and Wasting Nothing with Dr. Kate
Jan 04, 2022
Slow and Steady: Taking Time to Expand Your Practice with Tracie
Dec 17, 2021
Burnt Therapists Webinar Series, Episode 3
Nov 19, 2021
Burnt Therapists Webinar Series, Episode 2
Nov 19, 2021
Burnt Therapists Webinar Series, Episode 1
Nov 19, 2021
Paying Attention to What’s Missing with Uriah
Nov 17, 2021
Joe Sanok and the Four-Day Workweek
Oct 05, 2021
Group Practice - Bootcamp Discussion & Panel
Oct 01, 2021
Successful Practice - Bootcamp Discussion & Panel
Oct 01, 2021
Struggling in Practice - Bootcamp Discussion & Panel
Sep 29, 2021
Starting a Practice - Bootcamp Discussion & Panel
Sep 29, 2021
Your Marketing Business System (Masterclass - Part 4/4)
Sep 27, 2021
What to Do for Your Marketing (Masterclass - Part 3/4)
Sep 27, 2021
What to Say In Your Marketing (Masterclass - Part 2/4)
Sep 27, 2021
How to Start Marketing Your Practice (Masterclass - Part 1/4)
Sep 27, 2021
Finding What's Next With Kasey
Sep 04, 2021
Making Space for Possibility and Multiple Incomes with Elizabeth
Aug 27, 2021
From Successful Group Practice Owner to Mother and Author with Kelsey
Aug 27, 2021
Forging Into the Unknown with Ellyn
Aug 08, 2021
Changing Lives Through Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Aug 08, 2021
Creating Multiple, Sustainable Streams of Income with Marissa
Aug 08, 2021
Creating an Authentic Practice and Serving Value-Aligned Clients with Shannon
Aug 08, 2021
Private Practice Business Entities with David
Aug 08, 2021
From Teacher to Successful Private Practice Owner with Peggy
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Work-Life Balance and Setting Sustainable Fees with Desiree
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Balance and Boundaries in Solo Practice (Explicit)
Aug 08, 2021
Shifting from Solo Practice to Full Private Pay Group Practice
Aug 08, 2021
Growing into Group Practice with Sara
Aug 08, 2021
Fulfilling a Lifelong Dream of Becoming a Full-Time Practice Owner
Aug 08, 2021
Professional and Personal Growth in Private Practice
Aug 08, 2021
Burnout in Private Practice: Step #3 Your Marketing
Aug 08, 2021
Burnout in Private Practice: Step #2 What to Change
Aug 08, 2021
Therapists in Private Practice: Your First Step in Burnout Prevention
Aug 08, 2021
Therapists: Are you burnt out? Let's talk.
Aug 08, 2021
What You MUST Know about Professional Liability Insurance for Therapists
Aug 08, 2021
Adapting from Offline to Virtual Practice During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Aug 08, 2021
What to Do When the Phone Calls Slow Down…
Aug 08, 2021
What to Do When the Phone Won’t Stop Ringing
Aug 08, 2021
Immigrant, Introvert, and Woman of Color
Aug 08, 2021
Healing Stress for Therapists
Aug 08, 2021
Streamlining the Virtual Hiring Process
Aug 08, 2021
Navigating through Chronic Illness, Grief, and Finding Balance Despite a Pandemic
Aug 08, 2021
Achieving Stability and Success Amidst Family Crisis with Heather
Aug 08, 2021
Therapists: It is ok to change... even during a pandemic.
Aug 08, 2021
Overcoming Barriers to Financial Freedom with Tiffany (EXPLICIT)
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Accountability and Revamping Your Private Practice with Danielle
Aug 08, 2021
Marketing During a Recession Part 4: YOUR Business System
Aug 08, 2021
Marketing During a Recession Part 3: Pivoting
Aug 08, 2021
Marketing During a Recession Part 2: Your Marketing Message
Aug 08, 2021
Marketing During a Recession Part 1: Outcomes
Aug 08, 2021
Gaining Confidence and Control in Private Practice
Aug 08, 2021
Shifting from Agency Work to Private Practice After 13 Years
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Balance and Freedom in Virtual Therapy
Aug 08, 2021
Doubled her Caseload and Quadrupled her Profits as a Single Parent in Private Practice
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Confidence in Private Practice Through Pregnancy and Motherhood with Elaine
Aug 08, 2021
Overcoming Shame and Reveling in your Unique Self
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Solace in Private Practice Amidst Chronic Illness
Aug 08, 2021
From Betrayal to Abundance with Kate
Aug 08, 2021
Finding Relief and Hope in Private Practice
Aug 08, 2021
Achieving Balance with Boundaries in Private Practice
Aug 08, 2021
From Side Hustle to 5-Figure Months in 5 Months
Aug 08, 2021
Burnout to a Stable Life as a Therapist
Aug 08, 2021
Personal and Professional Transformations in Private Practice
Aug 08, 2021
Shifting in Private Practice with Krista
Aug 08, 2021
Gaining Confidence and Celebrating Success with Nikki
Aug 08, 2021
Prospering in Private Practice Amidst a Pandemic with Megan
Aug 11, 2020
Therapists in Nonprofit - What Path is Right for You?
Jul 20, 2020
Showing Up As Your Authentic Self in Private Practice with Karen
Jul 18, 2020
An Abundance Mindset for a Solid Business Foundation with Dr. Karin
May 09, 2020
Encouragement For Your Private Practice with Lauran
May 05, 2020
Staying Grounded During a Period of Panic with Colleen
May 01, 2020
The Power of Adaptation for your Clients and your Business
Apr 28, 2020
Top Tips for Navigating a Crisis with Erika
Apr 20, 2020
Pandemic and Play Therapy with Lynn McLean
Apr 17, 2020
Finding Security in Telehealth and Business Processes with Gretchen
Apr 14, 2020
What Numbers Do You Need to Know To Keep You and Your Business Safe
Apr 10, 2020
Emergency Financial Relief for Therapists in Private Practice with Mary Beth Storjohann, CFP®
Apr 08, 2020
Innovation in Private Practice
Apr 07, 2020
Personal Accountability in Private Practice with Nikki
Apr 07, 2020
Expanding Reach and Quality Online with Melissa
Apr 06, 2020
Therapist Marketing During a Pandemic
Apr 02, 2020
Part 4: Pandemic, Private Practice, and Masterclass
Mar 26, 2020
Urgent: Therapists if your clients want to pause services right now, you MUST do this!
Mar 26, 2020
3 Common Mistakes in Private Practice
Mar 25, 2020
Overcoming Fears with Elizabeth - It's Never Too Late!
Mar 24, 2020
Security and Flexibility in Private Practice vs. Agency Work with Alicia
Mar 23, 2020
Part 3: Pandemic, Private Practice, and Masterclass
Mar 22, 2020
Part 2: Pandemic, Private Practice & Masterclass
Mar 21, 2020
Pandemic, Private Practice, and Masterclass
Mar 21, 2020
Reverse Bucket List: Creating Your Private Practice Vision
Mar 18, 2020
Establishing Pace and Longevity in Private Practice with Megan
Mar 16, 2020
The Costs of Starting a Private Practice
Mar 12, 2020
Building a Private Practice in a Saturated Market with Amy
Mar 10, 2020
Building Processes and Systems in Private Practice
Mar 07, 2020
Private Practice Marketing Plan: How do you know it's working?
Mar 04, 2020
The Power of Implementing with Sara
Feb 29, 2020
Case Study: From Insurance Solo Practice to Private Pay Group Practice
Jan 13, 2020
Private Practice Success Story with Robyn D'Angelo
Dec 19, 2019
Private Practice Success Story with Erika
Dec 18, 2019
Private Practice Success Story with Yolanda Harper
Dec 17, 2019
Proximity is Power - Communities for Therapists
May 07, 2019
Why understanding parenting matters to every private practice owner.
Apr 16, 2019
It’s all the things: A zig-zag to multiple streams of income and a group practice - Kimberly’s Story
Apr 10, 2019
Fitting all you love together - Hilary’s Private Practice story
Apr 04, 2019
Introvert’s Guide To Bootcamp
Apr 03, 2019
Feeling Valued as A Psychologist
Apr 02, 2019
The Truth About Dropping Insurance - with Kayce
Apr 01, 2019
Not Your Cookie Cutter Practice
Mar 31, 2019
A Practice In A Barn with Charlotte
Mar 29, 2019
Private Practice Challenge Part 5: Your Private Practice Paradigm and Clinical Outcomes
Mar 29, 2019
Private Practice Challenge Part 4: A Marketing Plan and Clinical Outcomes
Mar 28, 2019
Private Practice Challenge Part 3: Niche or No Niche, and Clinical Outcomes
Mar 27, 2019
Private Practice Challenge Part 2: Your Fee, Your Practice, and Clinical Outcomes
Mar 26, 2019
A Dad’s Perfect Practice
Mar 26, 2019