I hope you find the podcast topics useful in growing and thriving your group practice. If you have a specific topic you would like me to discuss in an episode, I’d love for you to leave me a message at maureen@thegrouppracticeexchange.com. The goal of this podcast is to help practice owners learn ways to grow their practices. Hear about all the topics that related to group practice ownership. Hear other group practice owners talk about how they run their business. From start up to thriving, ...
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Episode 250 | How to Leverage a Podcast to Grow Your Group Practice with Chanlie Leavitt
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Ever wondered if a podcast could help grow your group practice? A podcast can be an amazing way to connect with your ideal clients - if you use it in the right way. In this episode, I sit down with my podcast manager, Chanlie Leavitt from Paradigm Podcasting, to dig into how group practice owners like us can leverage a podcast to connect with local…
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Episode 249 | Are Women Group Practice Owners Facing an Unequal Playing Field? with Racheal Cook
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Ever wondered why so many women pour their hearts and souls into their group practices but still find themselves struggling to hit those higher revenue marks? Unfortunately, this is an all too common occurrence. We all know that running a business as a woman comes with its own unique set of challenges, but the real question is: what can we do about…
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Episode 248 | Turning Private Practice Income into Wealth with Ryan Derousseau
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Have you ever been stressed about losing income while you’re away from your practice? If that sounds familiar, it’s probably time to think about turning your group practice income into lasting wealth. That’s why I sat down with Ryan Derousseau from Thinking Cap Financial to explore the essential topic of financial planning for group practice owners…
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Episode 247 | Diversifying Services in Today's Market with Dr. Ajita Robinson
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In today’s market, it’s more crucial than ever for us group practice owners to think like CEOs and differentiate our services. But that’s often easier said than done - especially if you’re not sure where to start. In this episode, I chatted all about this with Dr. Ajita Robinson, a licensed clinical professional counselor who specializes in grief a…
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Episode 246 | Increasing Staff Retention with Shelli Warren
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In recent years, retaining top talent has become more challenging than ever for group practice owners. The hard truth? Your staff are likely leaving because they no longer feel connected to you or their work. So, how can you keep your team engaged and committed to your practice? In this episode, I sit down with Shelli Warren, a seasoned team and le…
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Episode 245 | Are Insurance Companies Taking Over Mental Health Practices? Here's What You Need to Know
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Have you ever wondered how the acquisition of mental health practices by insurance companies might affect your practice? In this episode, I dive into the trend of insurance companies acquiring mental health practices. I share insights on the implications of this trend for small independent practices, discussing potential impacts on patient choice, …
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Episode 244 | Integrating Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Into Your Practice with Christopher Brown
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Ever wondered how psychedelic-assisted therapy is reshaping mental health treatment? In this episode, I dove into the transformative realm of psychedelic-assisted therapy with the incredible Christopher Brown. As a social worker and military veteran, Christopher brought a wealth of knowledge from his transition from the VA to his own private practi…
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Episode 243 | How to Instill Clinical Confidence in Your Therapists with Shannon Heers
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Have you ever wondered how to empower therapists in your group practice, especially those who are just starting out or are provisionally licensed? In this episode, I had the honor of chatting with Shannon Heers, an Approved Clinical Supervisor and founder of Firelight Supervision, about boosting the confidence of therapists. In our conversation, we…
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Episode 242 | All Things Medicare: Credentialing, Billing, and Audit Proof Documentation with Gabrielle Juliano-Villani
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Are you overwhelmed by the idea of taking Medicare in your group practice? You’re definitely not alone - so many group practice owners don’t accept Medicare because they’re confused about billing, CPT codes, Medicare documentation requirements, or need help streamlining their billing to maximize profits. That’s why in this episode, Gabrielle Julian…
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Episode 241 | What Does It Mean to Be a Visionary Group Practice Owner?
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a visionary leader in your group practice? In today’s episode, I dove into this very topic by sharing an article from the first issue of The Visionary magazine, our new quarterly magazine that's crafted specifically for us—the innovators and forward-thinkers of the mental health group practice world. As I …
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Episode 240 | Leveraging Kolbe A™ Index for Enhanced Team Dynamics with Niki Ramirez
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Have you ever wondered how understanding your team's instinctive problem-solving styles could transform your leadership and enhance collaboration? In this episode, I had a conversation with Niki Ramirez from HR Answers about just that. We explored the Kolbe A™ Index and its impact on group practice leadership teams. Join our conversation to learn m…
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Episode 239 | From Goals to Action: Structuring Leadership Meetings for Tangible Results
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Have you been diligently tracking metrics and setting goals for your practice, but are still stuck not seeing visible results? In today's episode I took a deep dive into how to actually get your team to take action to make progress toward your practice’s goals. Because success doesn’t come from setting goals or tracking metrics; it comes as the res…
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Episode 238 | Implementing The Accountability Equation™ with Abby Morgan
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Have you ever wondered what it looks like to tackle implementing accountability in a growing group practice? In this episode, I had a conversation with Abby Morgan, a fellow group practice owner who attended The Accountability Equation™ Accelerator in October. We dove deep into the complexities of instilling accountability within her expanding team…
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Episode 237 | The First Steps to Accountability Mastery
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Do you want to create a culture of accountability within your group practice, but not sure exactly where to start? In this episode, I share what true accountability looks like in your practice, and the first steps to take to begin setting up effective accountability practices. I explore how accountability is not just about keeping track of tasks, b…
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Episode 236 | Why Your Outward Achievements Don’t Soothe Inner Emptiness with Kasey Compton
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Have you ever experienced a time when achieving success didn't lead to the fulfillment and joy you sought? In this episode, I have a heart-to-heart with Kasey Compton, a therapist, self-love advocate, and accomplished entrepreneur who has led four thriving businesses, propelling her mental health practice into multi-million-dollar territory. We cha…
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Episode 235 | The Top 10 Mistakes That I've Made as a Group Practice Owner
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Have you ever wondered what mistakes you might be making in your group practice? I'm no stranger to the challenges that come with running a group practice. Trust me, I've made my fair share of blunders along the way. In this episode, I get real with you about some of the less glamorous sides of group practice ownership as I share the top ten mistak…
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Episode 234 | Transforming Out-of-Network Therapy Reimbursements with Mentaya
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Calculating insurance benefits and submitting insurance claims can often be a major pain point for both clients and group practice owners. But not anymore! I am so excited to share a new tool that I’ve been using to take this burden off our shoulders: Mentaya. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Christine Li, the founder and CEO of…
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Episode 233 | Lead The Way In Group Practice Innovation as a Visionary
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a visionary leader in group practice? In this episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of visionary leadership in group practice. I walk you through the shift from being clinician-centric to becoming a visionary at the helm of your business, explore the hurdles you might face in staying true to y…
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Episode 232 | Navigating Subpoenas and Testimony in Mental Health Care with Tracy Masiello
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Have you ever received a subpoena and weren’t quite sure how to handle it? In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Tracy Masiello, a group practice owner and certified mediator, about handling subpoenas as a group practice owner. We discussed the importance of clear policies, procedures, and training for clinicians to effectively ma…
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Episode 231 | Going Beyond Therapy [Rerelease]
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Have you ever considered expanding the services offered in your group practice beyond one-on-one counseling? Expanding services in a group practice can be a game-changer. In this rerelease episode, I discuss the benefits of doing just that - specifically offering CEs (Continuing Education) and/or training in the community. As a group practice owner…
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Episode 230 | Personalizing Benefits to Meet Employees’ Unique Needs with Courtenay Shipley
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Have you ever wondered how to personalize retirement benefits for your employees? In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Courtenay Shipley, a business retirement plan owner, about just that. We dive into different retirement plans like 401(k)s, IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and SEP IRAs, and discuss the importance of tailoring these plans to spe…
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Episode 229 | Optimizing Your Team: Part-Time and Full-Time Therapist Considerations
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Have you been considering how you can effectively employ part-time and full-time clinicians in your practice? In this episode, I delve into the benefits and challenges of hiring part-time and full-time clinicians. I share my personal experience of starting my practice with part-time clinicians and how it has impacted work-life balance expectations.…
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Episode 228 | Beyond Coverage: Exploring the Influence of Insurance Companies in Group Practices
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Have you ever wondered how insurance companies are impacting the mental health industry? In this episode, I dive into the influence of insurance companies in group practice. Insurance companies are moving away from paying based on the duration of therapy sessions and towards paying for the quality of care provided. This shift could potentially resu…
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Episode 227 | How Can You Differentiate Your Group Practice in a Crowded Marketplace?
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How can you make your group practice stand out in a crowded marketplace? In this episode, I dive into the importance of differentiation when it comes to marketing your practice and share my favorite insights from Mike Michalowicz's book, "Get Different". Small changes can make a big impact when it comes to marketing your practice. Here are the key …
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Episode 226 | The Role of Anti-Oppression in Group Practice Accountability with Dr. Nathalie Edmond
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Have you ever wondered how to effectively incorporate anti-oppression into your accountability practices? In this episode, Dr. Nathalie Edmond and I dive deep into this important topic. We discuss the significance of going beyond one-time trainings and integrating accountability into the very fabric of your practice. We also explore the challenges …
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Episode 225 | Leveraging Grants for Sustainable Practice Expansion with Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo
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Have you ever thought about leveraging grant funding to make your practice’s services more accessible to all? Join me as I sit down with Dr. Omolara Uwemedimo, a pediatrician and the owner of Melanin and Medicine. In this episode, Dr. Uwemedimo sheds light on the innovative concept of fiscal sponsorship and how it can help group practices secure fu…
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Episode 224 | The 5 A’s of Accountability: Action
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Do your leadership meetings ever feel like just a status update, with no real progress towards your overall practice goals? In this final episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I share a framework to ensure these meetings encourage accountability and drive progress towards goals. So, if you're looking to refine your meetin…
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Episode 223 | The 5 A’s of Accountability: Audit
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Ever wondered how to transform vague promises into measurable success in your group practice? For the fifth episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I dive deeper into the fourth A of the five A's of Accountability: “Audit”. Join me as I share why using key performance indicators (KPIs) are necessary to track progress and me…
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Episode 222 | The 5 A’s of Accountability: Assign
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Have you ever felt like you needed to micromanage your team in order to see progress in your practice? If this sounds like you, it may be time to take a look at how you’re assigning and tracking tasks. For the fourth episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I dive deeper into the third A of the five A's of Accountability: “A…
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Episode 221 | The 5 A’s of Accountability: Assess
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What qualities do you think make a great leader? Does your leadership team exhibit those qualities, or could it be time for an assessment? For the third episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I dive deeper into the second A of the five A's of Accountability: “Assess”. In this episode, I discuss the importance of assessing …
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Episode 220 | The 5 A’s of Accountability: Assemble
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Is your staff clear on what their role and function is in your practice? If not… that could be hindering your growth and success. In this second episode of the six-week Accountability Equation™ podcast series, I focus on the first A of the five A's, which is "assemble". I explain how assembling the right team and clearly defining roles and responsi…
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Episode 219 | Bridging the Gaps in Business Accountability with The Accountability Equation™
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Looking to improve accountability in your group practice? In this episode of The Group Practice Exchange Podcast, I dive deep into the topic of accountability and how it can transform your practice. I’m also sharing some exciting details on how you can implement my accountability framework in your practice. If you're ready to take your group practi…
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Episode 218 | Incorporating Alternative Services in Your Practice with Shaelene Kite
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Looking to incorporate alternative services into your group practice? Adding more choices that improve the consumer's experience and well-being is truly a high advantage thus, it is a smart move. Joining us today is Shaelene Kite, a DBT-LBC Certified Clinician, Registered Yoga Teacher, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and…
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Episode 217 | 5 Tips for Networking as an Introvert
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to feel more confident in networking as an introvert? This type of business is most common to extroverts but do not worry, as introverts, we also have what it takes to be successful in networking. Listen as I unravel networking tips for introverts! Episode Highlights: What can realistic expectations bring y…
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Episode 216 | Topflight Apps Zefanja Floris on Creating an App for Your Practice
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to maximize the use of technology in your practice? As we face the rise of applications and innovations, it is beneficial to know how to make money creating an app. We are graced to be joined by Mr. Zefanja Floris, the Product Manager at Topflight Apps, a company developing healthcare applications. He will …
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Episode 215 | Profit First for Therapists with Julie Herres
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to read your way into business development? As we are practice owners that handle big and important things, it is great to have guidance along the way. We are grateful to be joined by Ms. Julie Herres, the founder of GreenOak Accounting, a team of accounting experts helping practice owners. She is an accoun…
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Episode 214 | Onboarding Check-Ins for Success
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to know the steps to success? As we all strive for our goals, it is necessary to have check-ins of our progress. Join me in this swift episode to learn more about how to navigate the compatibility of your team to the job! Episode Highlights: Why is it needed to have 20 minutes of training equivalent to ever…
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Episode 213 | Increasing your Practice's Social Impact with Camesha Jones
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to give back to your community? As we are agents to make people feel better about their lives, it is a natural thing to desire goodness not only for our clients but also for as many individuals as possible. We are grateful to have Ms. Camesha L. Jones, the Founder of Sista Afya Community Wellness. She is a …
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Episode 212 | Entrepreneurship as a Neurodivergent Person with Patrick Casale
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you feel left out of the world regarding life and business? Societal standards cover the instances that are normal for neurodivergence. Understanding how your brain works are vital to express yourself in the industry. We have Patrick Casale, the Owner of the All Things Private Practice. As a licensed Mental Health &…
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Episode 211 | Incorporating Additional Streams of Income with Megan Gunnell
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you feeling exhausted from thriving your business? Before that could burn you out, you should start prioritizing yourself and set your entrepreneurial future. Investing in creating multiple streams of income is one way to do it! We are together with Megan Gunnell, the Founder, and Director of the Thriving Well Inst…
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Episode 210 | Building a Thriving Network with Samantha Silverman
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you feeling the heat of competition? That can often spark a passion for success, and building a network is one way to make it happen. Group practices are meant to help clients but also other group practices to grow! We are gratefully accompanied by Samantha Silverman, the owner of Silver Linings Counseling located …
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Episode 209 | Creating an Authentic Brand for Your Practice with Katie Read
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you thinking of outgrowing your practice and having authentic branding? Are you overwhelmed by this step? It is just the right feeling that will push you toward taking the action and evolving into a more confident version of yourself! We are pleased to have Ms. Katie Read, the creator of The Clinician to Coach® Aca…
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Episode 208 | Preparing for an Extended Vacation with Mary Beth Simón
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to unwind from work, but you’re having a hard time doing so? Well, indeed, vacation is a needed breather when it comes to unleashing stress. We are grateful to have Ms. Mary Beth Simone, the CEO of Niche Partnership Consulting and a certified Les Mills BodyFlow instructor. She is renowned for guiding entrep…
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Episode 207 | Setting Up An Internship Program In Your Group Practice with Tara Sanderson
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to supervise your interns to the next level, even during this crisis? Training interns could be challenging, especially if you can't see them face-to-face. We are honored to have again Dr. Tara Sanderson, a certified clinician who loves working with and talking about Anxiety, OCD, Perfectionism, and Burnout…
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you hesitate before expressing your opinions or do you speak without thinking first? When communicating in a professional environment, we must be formal to avoid unnecessary topics or misunderstandings. We have Melina Palmer, an Applied Behavioral Economics Teacher, who authored “What Your Customer Wants and Can't T…
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Episode 205 | Becoming a Better Communicator and Leader for Your Team with Aimée Bruneau
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you want to express yourself in public? It might be a scary thing to start for many of us. Other than public speaking needs confidence, you also need to know how to deliver yourself well to the audience. We are grateful to be accompanied by Aimee Bruneau in learning public speaking. She is a public speaking and comm…
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Episode 204 | Masterminds and Collaboration with Casey Gromer
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you believe that support is an essential part of success? We present to you masterminding! It is a collaboration that helps you in numerous ways to get ahead! Our guest host, Casey Gromer, will be discussing masterminding! She is the integrator for The Group Practice Exchange and the Female Founders Breaking Boundar…
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Episode 203 | Therapist Burnout Prevention with Shannon Heers
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you wondering if a supervisor also needs supervision? Think no more because having supervision is highly suggested to bring more quality services. With Shannon Heers, we will be exploring the significance of having supervision on supervision. She is a licensed professional counselor and an approved clinical supervi…
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Episode 202 | Investing and Planning for The Future with Tess Zigo
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Do you ever imagine working forever? We are expected to dream alive to enjoy ourselves after retirement, which will only be possible if we start planning for the future. We are now bestowed with financial guidance as Tess Zigo is our guest for this podcast. She is a financial advisor of TruWealth Partners. Equipped wit…
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Episode 201 | How to Sell Your Group Practice and What to Consider with Gabrielle Juliano Villani
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Hey Group Practice Listeners! Are you on the verge of deciding whether to sell or keep your group practices? It is tough to settle since it will bring massive changes. We can now have the grounds for consideration as Gabrielle Juliano-Villani joins us. She is an expert who had a similar situation and is determined to sell her group practice. She wi…
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