Private Practice Success Stories Jena Castro-Casbon

Have you been thinking about starting to see private clients and are curious about offering Special Education Consultations through your practice? If so, you’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories! 
I sat down with one of my students, Ali Moulton. Ali is a pediatric speech language pathologist with a private practice in Northern Virginia. She started her private practice after reevaluating her priorities to focus on family and fulfilling her aspirations as a clinician. 
In this episode, she discusses the importance of family and personal fulfillment in her decision to pursue private practice. She also discusses how she added another income stream to her private practice in the form of special education consultations and advocacy work - and how starting to specialize made her sought after for these services. 

Ali is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the District of Columbia. She received her graduate degrees in Speech and Language Pathology and Learning Disabilities from Northwestern University. She received her undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a concentration in Speech and Language Pathology from Northwestern University.

Ali has created and implemented interdisciplinary educational programming and has assisted in the creation and implementation of special education curriculum for elementary, middle, and high school special education programs. She has developed and presented professional development on the diagnosis and treatment of dyslexia and language development. She has trained special education teachers on the evaluation process for diagnosing dyslexia and was a member of the Dyslexia Core Team that assisted in the creation of the Dyslexia Handbook for a school district in Northern Virginia.

Ali recently completed the Inside Out Sensory Certificate for SLPs, which involved training in the assessment and implementation of sensory strategies in speech sessions. She is currently working toward her Qualification in Orofacial Myology (QOM).

In Today's Episode, We Discuss:

The one thing you have to do if you want people to send you clientsAn inside look at what it looks like to take your private practice from part-time to full-timeHow private practice can help bring you true fulfillmentThe types of decisions you get to make for yourself when you become your own bossHow you can make your private practice stand out in the crowd and increase your impact by offering special servicesThe key to adding additional income streams into your private practice

I hope you enjoyed this episode with Ali! I love how she started her private practice on the side while working in the schools and then took the leap to go full-time to focus on quality time with her family.

If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices - just like we helped Ali, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources.

Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.

Resources Mentioned: 
Visit Ali’s website: ​​https://www.moultonspeech.com/
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Thinking about adding Orton Gillingham to your own private practice? You’ll love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories! 
I sat down with Elizabeth Doherty, who is a speech-language pathologist and reading specialist with a private practice in New York called Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy. 

After working in the schools, she decided to start her private practice in order to gain more flexibility and financial freedom. 

In this episode, she talks about her interest in the relationship between speech, language, and reading, and how that led her to discover the Orton Gillingham approach which she added to her private practice. Elizabeth discusses how this niche focus has helped her find success with clients, increase her rates, and provide training to other SLPs.

She also talks about how having her own practice has allowed her immense freedom and flexibility in her life as a mom and a doctoral student. 

Elizabeth founded Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy, LLC, in 2013 with the mission to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for career success in the 21st century. With the unique perspective of both a speech-language pathologist and reading teacher, Elizabeth supports both oral and printed language, helping students gain proficiencies that translate across speaking, hearing, processing, reading, writing, and spelling.

In Today's Episode, We Discuss:

The power of choosing a niche that helps you stand out The truth about the compensation we deserve as SLPs and OTsThe key to getting confident and asking for referrals The one thing Elizabeth did that helped her private practice take offHow you can make your private practice work for you in any season of lifeThe simple math for how your private practice can help you work less and make more How offering Orton Gillingham services in her private practice helped Elizabeth find her passion and grow her impactHow Elizabeth is using her knowledge to empower and educate other SLPs with her course 

I hope you enjoyed this conversation with Elizabeth! She is a perfect example of someone who noticed a need in her community and filled it by offering trainings to other SLPs, which helps to grow her own practice and support the SLP community around her.

If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources. 

Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.

Resources Mentioned: 
Follow Elizabeth on Instagram and learn more about her course: https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth_readingslp
Check out the Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy website:
https://www.manhattanspeechlanguage.com/

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Thinking of transitioning from home health to private practice? 
You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories! I sat down with one of my Start program students, Alex Wynter. She’s a speech-language pathologist with a private practice in Philadelphia, PA called the Wynter Wellness Group. She decided to start her private practice while working in home health. Alex loved the work she was doing in her community but wanted more freedom to do things on her own terms. 
In this episode, she talks about the obstacles she faced working in corporate healthcare and how having her own practice has led to more freedom and fulfillment. 
Alex also discusses the importance of non-clinical skills when it comes to multiple streams of income and how she also offers public speaking engagements, mentorship, and caregiver coaching.
Alexandria has been treating the adult and senior population for 10 years, working for some of the top healthcare systems in Philadelphia including Penn Medicine at Home & Hospice Services with the Penn Medicine hospital network and Mercy Home Health with Nazareth Hospital.
After her beginnings in home health 6 years ago, she realized the unique challenges and services needed by those living with chronic conditions. Often seen as "frequent flyers" by their healthcare team, with their concerns frequently swept under the rug as being "the usual complaints" she continued to see this population underserved. It's the exact reason she decided to work with adults & seniors with chronic conditions.  
Due to her special abilities to build authentic relationships with her patients and communicate with their healthcare team (including physicians, specialists, and other therapists), she has been able to help her patients see significant gains, not only with their speech therapy goals but with their overall health as well.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The seeds you can plant now that can bloom into a successful private practice A peek into what it’s like owning an adult-focused private practiceOne simple question you can ask your clients that will help your private practice grow exponentially The best way to get the support and encouragement you need when you start your private practice journeyThe power you have to choose your own adventure as a private practice ownerA realistic look at what it’s like when you decide to leave your job and go all in on your private practice The one thing that could stop you from fulfillment as an SLP or OTThe key thing you have to remember when figuring out billing and insurance

I hope you enjoyed hearing from Alex and how she took the initiative to start her own practice. She is a perfect example of someone who expanded her practice through diversifying her income streams and focusing on non-clinical skills in addition to clinical care. 
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support you - just like we supported Alex - please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.

Resources Mentioned: 
Visit Alex’s website: http://www.thewynterwellnessgroup.com/
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Are you thinking about specializing in your private practice? You’ll love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories. 
I sat down with Farwa Husain who is a speech-language pathologist with a neurodiversity affirming private practice in New Jersey. She decided to start her private practice after feeling burnt out and wanting to have a deeper impact on the children she was working with. 
In this episode, she talks about specializing in Gestalt Language Processing and the importance of neurodiversity-affirming care. Farwa discusses how specializing has allowed her to have more control over her caseload and avoid burnout. 
She also talks about how she grew her practice by providing in-services and education for families and the community and how she is now selling physical products.

Farwa Husain is an experienced bilingual speech-language pathologist and private practice owner of One-on-One Speech Therapy located in Raritan, NJ. She obtained her Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Teachers College, Columbia University. 

Farwa presented at the 2022 American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) National Convention on  ”Using Natural Language Acquisition to Support Autistic and Neurotypical Gestalt Language Development .“  She was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Award for Continuing Education (ACE) from ASHA.

Farwa is currently serving as President of Morris County Speech and Hearing Association. Farwa takes a holistic, sensory-driven, play-based approach to support children’s language development and goals. 

In Today's Episode, We Discuss:

How starting your private practice can be the key to overcoming burnout and reigniting your passionFarwa’s proven tips to successfully attract clients - even if you’re just starting outThe simple mindset shift that can propel you to success in your practiceThe secret to differentiating your private practice from all the others and attracting your ideal clientsLittle-known ways you can incorporate additional streams of income into your private practice for increased financial stabilityThe power of connecting with other SLPs and how Farwa does it to grow her professional circleThe simple way to exponentially grow your impact and make a lasting difference in your community


I love how Farwa started her own practice so she could operate within her zone of genius, Gestalt Language Therapy. She is a perfect example of someone who is growing their practice through multiple income streams and tailoring their offerings to their interests and skills. 

If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.

Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.

Resources Mentioned: 
Visit Farwa’s website: https://www.oneononespeechtherapy.com/
Follow Farwa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one.on.one.speechtherapy
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Are you a neurodivergent SLP or OT thinking about starting your own private practice? This episode of Private Practice Success Stories is for you! 
I sat down with Alex Green, a speech-language pathologist with a private practice called Green Family Therapies in La Verne, California. She grew up watching her mom work as a school-based SLP and fell in love with the field, but decided to start her private practice after being in an unsupportive work environment.
In this episode, Alex talks about how she almost left the field entirely after her clinical fellowship year where she felt exploited, overworked, and unsupported. She discusses how her daughter was the key to discovering her own ADHD diagnosis, and how having a clinical director has helped her maintain work-life balance as a neurodivergent SLP. 

In 2022, Alexandria Green, MS, CCC-SLP, a seasoned entrepreneur and private practice owner, experienced a pivotal moment. Drawing from her 11-year journey in communication disorders and inspired by the collaborative spirit that defined her SLP community, she envisioned a platform to amplify the collective wisdom of Speech and Language Pathologists (SLPs). 

Motivated by her personal challenges as an undiagnosed neurodivergent ADHDer and a desire for work-life harmony, Alexandria founded the SLP Link. This dynamic platform serves as a haven where SLPs from diverse settings unite, share direct-access resources, and collectively elevate their practices through a supportive and collaborative community.

In Today's Episode, We Discuss:

What led Alex to start a private practiceHow she got her first clientHow Alex grew her private practice from nothing up to hiring over 10 therapistsHow she transitioned to virtual therapy during the pandemicThe power of having a strong team as a large private practice owner with ADHDHow Alex changed her life and business after her diagnosisWhy private practice is perfect for people with ADHD 

I hope you enjoyed this episode with Alex! I love how she learned how to work with her neurodivergence, not against it. The field of SLP is evolving and making progress when it comes to neurodivergence, and Alex is part of that change.

If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/Resources.

Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.

Resources Mentioned: 
Visit Alex’s website: https://theslplink.com/
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theslplink/

Where We Can Connect: 
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Feeling burned out? Wondering if private practice is the answer for you? 
You’re going to love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories. I sat down with Vanessa Alcala, who decided to start her private practice after feeling the effects of burnout and having the desire to be her own boss. 
This is her second time on the show and she talks about her non-traditional journey to the field of SLP. Vanessa discusses how having her own private practice has helped her avoid burnout and how she has the freedom and flexibility to work with a variety of clients, ranging from bilingual children to older adults. 
She also talks about the importance of branding your business and the additional streams of revenue she’s added to her practice.
Vanessa Alcala, M.S. CCC-SLP, CDP is the owner and founder of TheraVolve Wellness Co., a bilingual Speech Therapy private practice serving adolescents and adults. In her professional career, she has provided skilled evaluation and intervention services to children, adult and geriatric populations in outpatient settings and skilled nursing.
Vanessa is also the co-creator of Sip & Social, which creates opportunities for connection and collaboration for female entrepreneurs in the healthcare industry by hosting social networking events throughout the Tampa Bay area.
It is her mission to provide a holistic approach to speech therapy by utilizing evidence-based and culturally sensitive practices with clients, parents, caregivers, and families. 
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Vanessa’s atypical journey to private practiceThe freedom you get when you have your own businessThe mindset shift that increased her successWhat a typical week looks like as a private practice ownerThe work Vanessa is doing with Sip and SocialThe power of building a referral network Why we don’t need to be competitive in private practiceWhy you don’t have to wait years to start a private practiceThe power of charging your worthA mindset shift around earning money in our professionVanessa’s plans to hire help in her practice 
I hope you loved this episode with Vanessa! She is a perfect example of someone who reduced her burnout and found freedom and flexibility through private practice. She has created her ideal career and life for herself by being her own boss, and you can too.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.

Resources Mentioned: 
Visit Vanessa’s website: www.theravolvewellness.com
Follow Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theravolvewellness
Follow Vanessa on Facebook: Facebook.com/theravolvewellness
Follow Sip and Social on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.social/
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