The Bad Therapist Show

Felicia Keller Boyle | Business Coach for Therapists
The Bad Therapist Show

Are you a private practice therapist tired of ‘good therapist conditioning’ b******t, who wants to make more money and enjoy being a therapist again? Welcome to The Bad Therapist Show! This podcast is the go-to resource for current and aspiring private practice therapists who want to attract more clients, increase their revenue and scale their practice - all without burning out or hustling 24/7. Join your host, Felicia Keller Boyle, aka The Bad Therapist®, a six-figure private practice owner turned business coach as she challenges the status quo and helps therapists in private practice earn more money, increase their impact, and expand beyond the one-to-one practice model. Using Felicia’s proven Liberated Business™ method, therapists at all stages of business have been able to grow their income while becoming even better therapists and she’s on a mission to help you do the same! Tune in each week for answers to questions such as: 👉🏽 How can I grow my private practice? 👉🏽 How can I attract more clients to my private practice? 👉🏽 How do I market myself as a private practice therapist? 👉🏽 What are the best marketing strategies for therapists? 👉🏽 How can I optimise my website to attract more clients? 👉🏽 How to create a scalable offer as a private practice therapist? 👉🏽 How can I raise my rates in private practice? 👉🏽 Do therapists need to network to grow their practice? Subscribe and follow the show wherever you listen to podcasts and start growing a practice custom-made for you so you can live the life you truly desire. Because bad therapists make the best therapists.

  1. 6天前

    2024 Recap: Key Takeaways from Running My Business This Year [Ep 92]

    As 2024 comes to a close, I’m reflecting on the year’s biggest lessons and takeaways from running my business. Join me as I pull back the curtain on my journey, sharing the ups and downs that shaped my approach to business this year.  This episode is all about the lessons learned from prioritizing one-on-one sessions and why they became the cornerstone of my strategy. I’ll let you in on why I’ve ditched video calls for phone conversations and how this simple change has made a world of difference for me. Plus, I talk about the trifecta of SEO, freebies and my podcast that have taken my business visibility to new heights. If you’re curious about balancing consistent income with the dream of scaling, or how to integrate personal growth into your business, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear my honest reflections, the steps I’m taking to ensure a fulfilling year ahead and key insights you’ll be able to apply to your own business! Topics covered in this episode: The reason focusing on one-on-one sessions became my top priority this year and how it reshaped my business approachThe surprising benefits of choosing phone calls over video for sales and initial consultationsHow integrating SEO, freebies and my podcast has transformed my business visibility and growthMaintaining a consistent income base is crucial before scaling your businessMy personal journey towards balancing work and offline activities for better well-being Resources from this episode: My editor Rosemarie from Too Busy To PodcastWant the roadmap to making six figures in your therapy business? Learn more about The Fee Formula course today! Related episodes: Freebies for Therapists: Why Do You Need It & How It Can Help You Attract Clients [Ep 40] Connect with Felicia: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Quote: "Having multiple ways that someone can engage with your business or find out about your business is incredibly effective for your long-term growth." - Felicia

    25 分钟
  2. 12月9日

    From Inconsistency to 10K Months: Transform Your Private Practice with Katrina P. Mautner [Ep 91]

    Ready to transform your private practice and achieve consistent 10K revenue months? In today’s episode, I’m joined by Katrina P. Mautner, a licensed marriage and family therapist who has successfully navigated the challenges of being both a therapist and a business owner. Katrina opens up about how they overcame the hurdles of expanding their private practice, increased their client inquiries, and achieved consistent 10K months. You'll hear the strategies Katrina used to update their website, adjust their cancellation policy, and design a free client resource that further enhanced their practice. If you’re struggling to create consistency or grow your client base, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take your private practice to the next level. Don’t miss it! More about Katrina P Mautner: Katrina P Mautner (they/them) is a queer, trauma-informed therapist who works within an anti-oppressive and intersectional framework in Berkeley, CA. Katrina supports clients who straddle multiple cultures and identities, and struggle with satisfaction, discrimination stress, and feeling like they’re never doing enough. Through authentic relationships, radical self-compassion, and pragmatic support, Katrina collaborates with clients on discovering resilience and peace. When not therapizing towards a better future, they enjoy dancing, eating good food with friends and family, and collecting beautiful objects.  Topics covered in this episode: Navigating the dual roles of being a therapist and a business owner, and the challenges Katrina faced in aligning these identities.The specific changes Katrina implemented in their practice, such as website updates and policy adjustments, that led to increased client inquiries and consistent 10K revenue months.The importance of ensuring that business practices reflect personal values and how this alignment can lead to a more fulfilling professional life.Katrina's journey of experimenting with new strategies and the positive impact it had on their business stability and growth.The free resource Katrina developed for clients and how it contributes to their private practice's success. Resources mentioned in the episode  Hold Space Creative  Connect with Katrina P Mautner: Website: www.passionfruittherapy.comFreebie: Family Trip Boundaries Kit Connect with Felicia: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing...

    37 分钟
  3. 12月2日

    How to Prepare Your Private Practice for the Holidays and Reduce Income Dips [Ep 90]

    Are you ready for the holiday season, or is your private practice bracing for a financial slump? The festive season often brings increased expenses and client cancellations, leaving many therapists scrambling to maintain their income. But it doesn’t have to be that way! In today’s episode, I’m breaking down actionable strategies to keep your private practice thriving during the holidays. From setting clear goals and planning your time off to adjusting your fees and policies, you’ll learn how to navigate this busy season without sacrificing your financial stability - or your peace of mind. I’ll also share personal insights on why therapy is so crucial during this stressful time of year and how you can effectively communicate with clients to meet their needs while protecting your boundaries. Tune in and discover how you can make this holiday season successful for you and your clients. Topics covered in this episode: Preparing your private practice for the holidays and how to effectively communicate with clients about potential cancellations.Strategies to encourage clients to continue therapy during the holidays.Incorporating time off into your fee structure, ensuring financial stability while enjoying well-deserved breaks.How The Magic Sheets tool simplifies fee calculations, helping you to prepare your private practice for the holidays.Reassessing your financial goals and how to make 2025 your most successful year yet. Resources from this episode: Want the roadmap to making six figures in your therapy business? Learn more about The Fee Formula course today!Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets Connect with Felicia: Instagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Quote: “You don't need to wait for another thing in order to charge more money.” - Felicia

    16 分钟
  4. 11月25日

    Therapist Consult Call: The Simple Fix to Boost Your Client Conversion Rates [Ep 89]

    Are you getting the most out of your therapy consult calls? In this episode, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful change that can help you boost your conversion rates and book more clients in your private practice. I’ll reveal a common mistake many therapists make that unknowingly costs them clients—and how you can avoid it. You’ll also learn how to confidently guide potential clients to schedule their first session, a game-changing step that sets you apart from the rest. We’ll tackle the mindset barriers that might be holding you back, and I’ll share my go-to tool, the “fear inventory,” to help you move past them with confidence. This short but impactful episode is packed with tips to help you grow your private practice with ease. Plus, stick around to hear about the exclusive Black Friday sale on my course, The Fee Formula, designed to help you increase your earnings and work smarter, not harder. Tune in now and discover how a small shift in your consult approach can create big results! Topics covered in this episode: The surprising mistake therapists often make during consult calls that could be costing you clients and how to avoid it.Why inviting potential clients to book a session can be a game-changer for your practice.How a powerful mindset exercise, the “fear inventory,” helps you overcome hesitation and confidently guide clients to work with you.More about The Fee Formula and how it can help you increase your income in private practice Resources from this episode: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsWant the roadmap to making six figures in your therapy business? Learn more about The Fee Formula course today!Sign up for a CEO Day with me! Connect with Felicia: Instagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Quote: "A simple invitation to schedule a first session can make all the difference in retaining potential clients." - Felicia

    14 分钟
  5. 11月18日

    What I Learned Building My New Course for Therapists: The Fee Formula [Ep 88]

    In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my journey to creating my course, The Fee Formula, that’s come with its fair share of revelations, roadblocks, and resilience-testing moments. I’m sharing the messy middle - the late nights, unexpected challenges, and the self-compassion I had to lean into to keep moving forward.  You'll hear more about my live recording creation process and the challenges that tested my patience and resolve. This episode is about learning to trust the process, even when it feels like you're moving at a snail's pace. Whether you're adjusting your fees, launching a new program, or just trying to keep your head above water, there's something here for you.  Tune in to find out how you can navigate your business journey with a little more grace and a lot less pressure. Let's take the pressure off and see what happens when we allow ourselves to do things just right, at our own pace. Topics covered in this episode: Why I chose to record live modules for The Fee Formula courseStrategies to combat self-critical thoughts that hold back your business growthHow kindness to yourself can lead to greater success and resilienceNavigating changes in your private practice, from raising fees to launching new programsThe inside scoop on upcoming sales for The Fee Formula course and CEO days, plus how to access special discounts Resources from this episode: Want the roadmap to making six figures in your therapy business? Learn more about The Fee Formula course today!Sign up for a CEO Day with me! Connect with Felicia: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Related episodes: Having Fun in Your Therapy Business Is A Must! Here's Why [Ep 87] Quote: “Just for today, accept that you're doing it just right. You don't need to do it faster or better." - Felicia

    20 分钟
  6. 11月11日

    Having Fun in Your Therapy Business Is A Must! Here's Why [Ep 87]

    Are you having fun in your business, or has your business become just another chore? In today's episode, I'm sharing the lessons I've learned (and relearned) in the last five plus years of running my private practice and coaching business. Together, we'll explore the often overlooked, yet very important, element of having fun in your business. Drawing from my own journey of managing both a therapy and a coaching business, I share candid stories about the ups and downs of building a successful business. You'll hear about the importance of trying new things, overcoming marketing challenges as your business evolves, and the power of mindset work. I'll also share personal experiences, including pivotal moments that reshaped my approach to business.  Ready to find out how embracing fun can not only enhance your business but also enrich your life? Tune in to learn how to inject more joy into your professional journey and make your business a place of excitement and growth! Topics covered in this episode: Balancing the dual roles of running a therapy private practice and a coaching business for therapistsThe reason why having fun in your business is crucial for sustaining long-term successThe lessons I've learned about marketing and mindset that have changed my business approach once and for allThe personal challenges I've faced in the last two years and how they've shaped my business journeyThe delicate balance between having fun in your business, creativity, and implementing business strategies Connect with Felicia: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Resources from this episode: FlowDeskConvertKitTherapieSEO Related episodes: How to Market Your Therapy Practice Online [Ep 48] Quote: “Having fun in your business is crucial—without it, you risk blowing your business up.” - Felicia

    22 分钟
  7. 11月4日

    What to Do When Your Private Practice Growth Takes Time to Pick Up [Ep 86]

    Are you struggling to attract clients to your private practice? Join me as I answer a question from a listener who asked what to do when your private practice isn't growing as quickly as you'd hoped and you feel the urge to lower your rates. The truth is - for some therapists, growth can happen quickly, but for most of us, it takes time. In today's episode, I'm diving into the importance of risk tolerance and maintaining a long-term perspective in entrepreneurship. I’m sharing personal stories and my favorite tips on how to manage the emotional rollercoaster of running a business, including ways to deal with personal fears that might be holding you back. I also talk about the idea of committing fully to your business and how this commitment can bring stability and resilience to both your work and personal life.  Tune in to learn how to ride the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and find peace in your journey! Topics covered in this episode: The challenges and strategies for launching your own private practice, especially when clients are slow to come.Developing the mental resilience needed to handle the uncertainties of entrepreneurship.How to maintain a long-term vision for your private practice and how it’s interlinked with your business success.Addressing personal fears and wounds and how they can affect your private practice in the long-term.A commitment ceremony to strengthen your relationship with your business and enhance your resilience. Connect with Felicia: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Resources from this episode: Have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? Submit your question hereLiberated Business Quote: "Being an entrepreneur, having your own business, if you're not going to hate it every step of the way, you have to build the muscle to embrace it." - Felicia

    23 分钟
  8. 10月28日

    Scale Your Private Practice with Scalable Offers for Therapists [Ep 85]

    Are you a therapist trapped in the cycle of trading your time for money? Are you wondering how you can book your calendar with ideal clients and scale your private practice to new heights? In today's episode, I'm diving into what you need to do if you want to finally start seeing results in your business. It's the simple yet profound act of starting. It's not about waiting for the perfect moment; you know such a thing doesn't exist. It's about being bold and starting to make things happen - now! Together we'll explore how you can take that first step, overcome your fears, and embrace the joy of entrepreneurship. I'll also touch on a special opportunity to join Scalable Offers for Therapists - your chance to break free from the one-on-one client model and create a thriving business that scales.  But be quick -  today is the last day this year to join Scalable Offers For Therapists! In just eight weeks, you will turn your best idea into a profitable, effective offer! Topics covered on Scale Your Private Practice: The most crucial step you need to take toward scaling your private practiceHow to overcome the common excuses that prevent significant moves in business developmentA ‘get started’ meditation to help you overcome the fear of taking the next big leap in your businessLearn more about my program - Scalable Offers for Therapists. Connect with Felicia: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic SheetsInstagram: @the_bad_therapistWebsite: www.thebadtherapist.coachFacebook group: Healing Money Quote: “Entrepreneurship is jumping off a rock and trusting that when we hit that water we're actually going to have a really, really good time." - Felicia

    19 分钟

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Are you a private practice therapist tired of ‘good therapist conditioning’ b******t, who wants to make more money and enjoy being a therapist again? Welcome to The Bad Therapist Show! This podcast is the go-to resource for current and aspiring private practice therapists who want to attract more clients, increase their revenue and scale their practice - all without burning out or hustling 24/7. Join your host, Felicia Keller Boyle, aka The Bad Therapist®, a six-figure private practice owner turned business coach as she challenges the status quo and helps therapists in private practice earn more money, increase their impact, and expand beyond the one-to-one practice model. Using Felicia’s proven Liberated Business™ method, therapists at all stages of business have been able to grow their income while becoming even better therapists and she’s on a mission to help you do the same! Tune in each week for answers to questions such as: 👉🏽 How can I grow my private practice? 👉🏽 How can I attract more clients to my private practice? 👉🏽 How do I market myself as a private practice therapist? 👉🏽 What are the best marketing strategies for therapists? 👉🏽 How can I optimise my website to attract more clients? 👉🏽 How to create a scalable offer as a private practice therapist? 👉🏽 How can I raise my rates in private practice? 👉🏽 Do therapists need to network to grow their practice? Subscribe and follow the show wherever you listen to podcasts and start growing a practice custom-made for you so you can live the life you truly desire. Because bad therapists make the best therapists.

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