Productive Therapist Podcast

Uriah Guilford, MFT
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Essential listening for smart therapists. This podcast will help you get more done, so you can have more fun! Discover the best strategies to grow your practice and help more therapy clients without burning out.

  1. MAR 6

    My 4 Favorite AI Tools Right Now

    Ever wonder what AI tools are actually worth your time, and which ones are just hype? Yeah, same. That's why I'm pulling back the curtain on the 4 AI tools I use every single day to run Productive Therapist and InTune Family Counseling. In this episode, I'm walking you through Claude (my go-to for basically everything), Gemini (underrated until recently, trust me on this one), Wispr Flow (the dictation tool that types faster than I think), and SimpleIntake, which is doing things I honestly didn't expect, like booking calls at 6:30am while I was still asleep. These aren't tools I'm testing. These are tools I can't work without. If you've been curious about AI but don't know where to start, or you're already using some of these and want to go deeper, this episode is for you. Check it out at productivetherapist.com/simpleintake.

    5 min

  2. FEB 20

    My 2026 Tech Stack

    Ever find yourself drowning in software subscriptions and wondering if there's a better way? Yeah, me too. That's why I wanted to pull back the curtain and show you exactly what's in my 2026 tech stack: the tools that actually run both InTune Family Counseling and Productive Therapist. In this episode, I'm walking through my practice management tools, team collaboration setup, phone system (and why I don't recommend what I currently use 😬), and how SimpleIntake replaced SIX different platforms I was paying for. The best part? I'll share my golden rule for choosing tech tools that'll save you from the shiny object syndrome. Whether you're building your first practice tech stack or looking to simplify the one you've got, this episode will help you make smarter choices. Want to see SimpleIntake in action? Check it out at productivetherapist.com/simpleintake.

    7 min

  3. FEB 6

    Four Support Services That Unlock Growth

    Ever feel like you're running on empty trying to do it all yourself? I used to feel that way too! That's exactly why I finally hired an executive assistant, and within a week, she freed up 5-10 hours of my time. Wild, right? In this episode, I'm breaking down the four support services that truly unlock growth in your practice (plus two that are nice to have). We're talking about the kind of leverage that doesn't just save you time, it actually opens up opportunities you didn't even know were waiting for you. Whether you're a solo practitioner white-knuckling it or a group practice owner trying to scale past that 3-5 clinician mark, this one's for you. Want more options? Check out our business directory for providers across all these categories. And if you’re curious about our intake and admin support, let’s talk.

    8 min

  4. JAN 23

    Lo-Fi to Lizzo: What It Really Takes to Run a Group Practice

    In this episode, I sit down with Wendy McSparren, licensed clinical social worker, group practice owner, and co-founder of Admirra, a CRM built specifically for mental health practices. Wendy’s story is one of my favorite kinds, she didn’t wake up one day and decide to build software. She was living inside the chaos of running an insurance-based group practice during the pandemic and simply needed a better way to survive it. When the tools on the market didn’t fit the reality of how therapy practices actually operate, she and her husband (a software engineer) built what they couldn’t find. Links: Admirra - CRM for mental health practices Westmoreland Psychotherapy Associates

    36 min

  5. JAN 9

    How a Virtual Assistant Can Save Your Sanity (and Fill Your Caseloads)

    Ever feel like you're drowning in intake calls while trying to actually run your practice? You're not alone. In this episode, Uriah sits down with Luci Carrillo, Productive Therapist's Director of Operations, to talk about how virtual assistant services can transform your intake process and give you your life back. Luci walks through the typical journey of a growing practice owner (spoiler: it involves a lot of stress and challenges) and explains how a dedicated intake specialist can handle everything in between the first contact and the first session. Whether you're a solo practitioner feeling the squeeze or running a 45-clinician practice that needs serious support, this conversation will help you figure out if a VA is the right move for you. If you're tired of checking emails at 9:30 PM and wondering if you missed another potential client, this episode is for you. Book a strategy call with Luci to explore how our team can help you grow without the overwhelm.

    27 min

  6. 12/26/2025

    Encore: The Perfect Intake Call Script

    At Productive Therapist our virtual assistant team turns calls & clicks into clients. Every single day. Therapists want to know how we do it. We get asked all the time for our secret sauce. Here’s the thing. Creating a great first impression is vital. A potential client’s first interaction with your practice is key to helping them know, like and trust you. A good call script is an important first step in optimizing your intake process. In this episode Uriah breaks down the 7 elements of the Magic Call Script and explains the intention and importance of each one. It's a short listen, but a good one! Download our Magic Call Script HERE.

    9 min

  7. 12/12/2025

    Encore: How To Replace All Your Marketing With One Story

    What if you could replace ALL your marketing with a single story? And grow your practice with less effort. Yes, please. Sign me up. If that sounds awesome and almost too good to be true, give this episode a listen. I interviewed Kris Jones, a storytelling expert who turns expertise into sales success.  She has a background working with major brands like Adidas, Nike and Guinness. She was also hand selected for mentorship by StoryBrand's Donald Miller.  Kris explains how a single, compelling story can transform your marketing efforts and significantly increase your revenue.  And she shares her proven story selling system that helps businesses scale effectively without the need for endless content. Don't miss this one. Hope you enjoy the episode! Find out more about Kris Jones and her services at Red Door. And of course, check out the amazing resources over at productivetherapist.com.

    39 min

  8. 11/28/2025

    How Leah Built a 7-Figure Practice (By Listening to Podcasts)

    Ever wonder what happens when you listen to 10+ hours of business podcasts a week? You might just end up with a seven-figure group practice. 🎯 Dr. Leah Clionsky wasn't kidding around when she decided to double down on business strategy. While most of us are trying to squeeze in one podcast episode during our commute, she turned podcast consumption into a full-blown business accelerator—and the results speak for themselves. In this conversation, we dive into Leah's entrepreneurial origin story (spoiler: it started at age 7 with possibly the best birth announcement ever), how she's using podcasts as her MBA program, and why she likes to stay "slightly terrified all the time." Plus, we talk about the creative rush of launching new things, the systematic magic that makes running multiple podcasts feel easy, and why curated content might just be your secret weapon in 2025. What you'll hear: The unusual path from birth announcement to seven-figure practice ownerHow to actually implement what you're learning from podcasts (not just consume them)The power of experimentation when things feel uncertainWhy being slightly terrified might be good for business Whether you're podcast-curious or podcast-obsessed, this one's worth your time. Connect with Leah: Worth It Practice PodcastSign up for her free newsletter (seriously, do it—it's curated gold)Educated Parent Podcast

    27 min
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Essential listening for smart therapists. This podcast will help you get more done, so you can have more fun! Discover the best strategies to grow your practice and help more therapy clients without burning out.

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  • Creator
    Uriah Guilford, MFT
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    234
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Productive Therapist
  • Show Website
    Productive Therapist Podcast

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