Best Michael Ashford Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 135: Tim Wenzel | The consequences of being kind 51:09

3h ago51:09

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Tim Wenzel is back on the show to discuss his book, "The Kindness Games," which he co-authored with Lee Oughton. Tim was my guest in episode 104, where he shared how the original idea of The Kindness Games came about. Now that the book is out, Tim shares what went into writing it, the lessons learned, the stories highlighted, and his hope for the m…

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Facing Fear and Embracing Risk in Your Practice with Neal Samudre | WP95 43:04

2h ago43:04

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Navigating Risk and Growth in Faith-Based Practice: An Interview with Neil Samudray In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Neil Samudray, founder of Entrecare and the group practice Enjoyco. The discussion centers around taking risks in private practice, especially within faith-based practices, and how to naviga…

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The Enneagram for Teens with Ainsley Britain | WP94 36:13

2h ago36:13

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Exploring Faith-Based Therapy and Enneagram Insights with Ainsley Britton In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, introduces her new friend Ainsley Britton. Ainsley, an author, podcast host, and Enneagram coach, shares her journey with the Enneagram and how it has help…

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Ep 134: Are sunk costs sinking your communication? 32:05

1d ago32:05

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Is an unawareness of sunk costs sabotaging your communication efforts? We often hold on to decisions, beliefs, and strategies simply because we’ve already poured time, money, or energy into them, even when we know they are no longer serving us well or are no longer aligned with who we are. Understanding the role that sunk costs play in our decision…

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Healing What's Within with Chuck DeGroat | WP93 37:51

7d ago37:51

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Healing What's Within: A Conversation with Chuck DeGroat on Trauma, Healing, and Faith In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Chuck DeGroat, a seasoned pastor, therapist, and author. They delve deep into Chuck's new and previous books, discussing topics such as trauma, narcissism in the church, and the importanc…

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Steps for a Graceful Transition when Therapists Exit Your Practice | WP92 30:13

25d ago30:13

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Graceful Transitions: Navigating Departing Therapists with Kindness and Faith In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, shares strategies for managing the departure of therapists from a practice gracefully and with a Christian perspective. She emphasizes five key steps: …

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Ep 133: Vikram Mansharamani | Approaching life, conflict, and uncertainty as a generalist 59:52

15d ago59:52

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Our society spends an awful lot of time and energy trying to categorize and label people. From your political affiliation to your religion to your generation to your level of schooling, each "box" comes with it expectations of who and what you are, and as a result, a prediction of how successful you'll be in your chosen pursuits. My guest in this e…

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From Purchase to Purpose: My Faith Story of Buying a Building | WP91 31:22

1M ago31:22

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WP 90 | Navigating Faith and Business: Whitney's Journey in Purchasing a Practice Building In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based consultant, shares a personal and faith-inspiring story about her journey to purchase a new building for her practice. From initial excitement and divine …

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Insurance Insights: Navigating Credentialing and Avoiding Mistakes with Kelley Sonnenberg | WP90 40:12

29d ago40:12

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Insurance Insights: Navigating Credentialing and Avoiding Mistakes with Kelley Sonnenberg Master the Essentials of Insurance Credentialing and Billing In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, interviews Kelly Sonnenberg, Billing Director at Practice Solutions. Kelly sha…

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When to Use Google Ads with John Sanders | WP89 29:18

2M ago29:18

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Boost Your Practice with Google Ads: Insights from Marketing Expert John Sanders In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews John Sanders, a marketing and paid search advertising specialist focusing on Google Ads for the mental health industry. Sanders discusses his journey, from helping his wife’s private practice t…

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Ep 132: The story I'm telling myself is... 20:36

1M ago20:36

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How can you make your disagreements more meaningful? Too often, when conflict arises, there's an understanding that a disagreement is present, but rarely do we take the time to truly understand why the disagreement is there in the first place. This happens everywhere — at work, within family dynamics, with friends and significant others, in the pol…

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Best Efficiency Tips for your Business with Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist | WP88 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

Building a Successful Faith-Based Practice and Achieving Efficiency with Michael Ashford In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Michael Ashford, the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist in Denver, Colorado. Michael shares his insights on growing a faith-based practice, the importance of effective communicat…

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Thrive & Bill: Using Thrizer to Master Out-of-Network Billing with Sanjana Sathya | WP 87 33:59

2M ago33:59

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Streamlining Faith-Based Therapy: Thrizer's Revolutionary Billing Solution In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, discusses how faith-based practice owners can grow their practices, and enjoy their lives. She introduces Thrizer, a cutting-edge company that simplifies …

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Ep 131: Robin Reames | The lost understanding of rhetoric and the power behind words 58:33

2M ago58:33

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This conversation is perhaps the most profound exploration I've ever done on the power of asking questions to understand the meaning behind words. Robin Reames is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Illinois Chicago and the author of the book, "The Ancient Art of Thinking for Yourself: The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times." A…

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Most Common Mistake Made When Purchasing or Leasing Office Space with Colin Carr | WP86 45:08

2M ago45:08

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Avoid Common Pitfalls When Leasing or Buying Office Space with Colin Carr In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based consultant, discusses common mistakes in leasing and buying office space with Colin Carr, the founder and CEO of Carr, the leading provider of commercial real estate services f…

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How to Network with Pastors with Cameisha Brewer | WP85 34:51

2M ago34:51

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Building Strong Relationships Between Therapists and Churches In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, interviews Cameisha Brewer, a therapist, speaker, and author. They discuss practical strategies for therapists to build relationships with pastors and churches, emphas…

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Ep 130: 6 things school didn't teach you about communication 53:20

3M ago53:20

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Welcome to Rethinking Communication! Over the past four years, I've uncovered some aspects of communication that have largely gone untaught in our traditional educational settings. So, I'm pivoting this podcast to focus on how we can bridge these gaps in our collective communication skill set. In this first episode under the new banner, I introduce…

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The Essential 5 Questions before Starting a Group Practice with Amy Dover | WP84 47:51

2M ago47:51

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The Essential 5 Questions before Starting a Group Practice with Amy Dover In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens introduces Amy Dover, a Group Practice Owner and WISE Practice Consultant. Amy shares valuable insights for solo practice owners contemplating the transition to a group practice. She outlines five essential ques…

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Shifting Perspectives: Transitioning from Therapist to Successful Practice Owner with David Sturgess | WP83 38:41

3M ago38:41

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Transitioning from Solo Practice to Thriving Business: Insights and Strategies In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens, a faith-based practice consultant, discusses with guest David Sturgis the mindset shifts necessary for therapists transitioning from solo practice to successful business owners. They explore David's journe…

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Ep 129: Patrick Williams | Restoring your innate creativity to solve your greatest challenges 57:35

3M ago57:35

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My guest in this episode is Patrick Williams, a public speaker, writer, artist, independent scholar, and educator. Patrick is the founder and CEO of Satori Innovation and the Creative Director of The Satori Institute, an arts, education, and research non-profit. For more than four decades, Patrick has developed what he calls the Philosophy of Creat…

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Navigating Spiritual Abuse with Clients with Chris Conley 35:09

3M ago35:09

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Navigating Religious Trauma in Therapy and Growing Your Faith-Based Practice Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, sits down for a detailed conversation with Chris Conley about religious trauma—defining it, its impacts, and therapeutic approaches to support affected clients without imposing religious agendas. Co…

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Ep 128: Inviting curiosity into conversation before common ground 55:38

3M ago55:38

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This is an interview I did with David Bryan on his Curiosity Invited podcast. In this conversation, David and I get into the deeper reasons why I started this exploration of change, common ground, and curiosity. To order a copy of my book, go to https://michaelashford.com/caniaskaquestion to get signed copy or order it on Amazon at https://www.amaz…

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Creating an Integrative Healthcare Model in your Practice with Jessica Nemecz | WP81 24:36

3M ago24:36

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Integrative Healthcare and Entrepreneurial Success: A Deep Dive with Jessica Nemecz This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast highlights the upcoming Wise Practice Summit in Charlotte, seeking event sponsors, and shares a testimonial from a past sponsor about the value of partnering with Wise Practice. Host Whitney Owens then interviews Jessica Nem…

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Managing Your Financials as a Christian Practice Owner with Ralph V. Estep, Jr., LPA, ABA, ATP, MBA 37:50

4M ago37:50

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Financial Stewardship: A Christian Perspective for Practice Owners In today's rapidly evolving world, managing finances, especially from a Christian perspective, takes more than mere calculation; it demands a conscious integration of faith into our financial decisions. In the latest episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens delves into th…

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Finding Personal Growth through Community with Alaina Smith | WP79 26:55

4M ago26:55

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Navigating Faith-Based Practice Growth and Community Support Whitney Owens, a faith-based practice consultant and group practice owner, talks about the importance of community and support for faith-based practices. This episode features a guest, Alana Smith, owner of Mariposa Counseling and Mariposa Recovery, discussing her journey to private pract…

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Ep 127: Orly Israel | Listening is access to the infinity of other people's universe 59:27

4M ago59:27

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In episode 99 of this show, Manu Meel offered up my favorite definition of empathy when he said it was the act of "making someone feel like they belong in that space with you." Then, in episode 110, I explored the topic of listening and how to do it better with several guests, and we uncovered that asking questions was critical to true, real listen…

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How to Leave Insurance Panels and Go Private Pay - Live Consulting with Patricia Boyce | WP78 34:41

4M ago34:41

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Expanding and Nurturing Faith-Based Practices: Insights and Community Building Thanks for listening to the show. This episode spotlights the significance of connecting with other faith-based owners and empowering practices through various means, including live meetings, content, courses, and shared experiences within small groups. Testimonials from…

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How to Transition from Solo to Group Practice Owner - Live Consulting with Liz Fava | WP77 43:02

4M ago43:02

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Transitioning from Solo to Group Practice: Insights and Strategies In this Wise Practice Podcast episode, the host interviews Liz Fava, owner and director of Fava Counseling Associates, about transitioning from a solo to a group practice. They discuss the challenges of implementing new systems and processes necessary for group management, like inta…

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Ep 126: Rob Lawless | "The more I interact with the depth of people the more I acknowledge it exists" 1:02:47

4M ago1:02:47

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What do you think you might learn about communication if you held thousands of conversations with strangers over the course of a decade? Well, you don't have to wonder. My guest in this episode can tell you. Back in 2015, while working as a sales rep tasked with cold-calling people who didn't want to talk to him, Rob Lawless started a side project …

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How to Confront Others with Love with Scott Waters | WP76 38:15

5M ago38:15

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Confrontation in Love: Leadership, Faith, and Boundaries In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Scott Waters, a friend and colleague, to explore the intersection of faith, leadership, and interpersonal relationships. Scott Water has a background as a small group practice center owner, adjunct professor, and cert…

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Authentic Leadership in Private Practice with Lisa Duez | WP75 33:19

5M ago33:19

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Embracing Authentic Leadership in Private Practice This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast features a deep dive into authentic leadership with Lisa Duez, an expert in leadership with over two decades of experience. Lisa, a group practice owner and trauma therapist, discusses her journey from solo practitioner to leading a large team at Turning Po…

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Ep 125: Michael McQueen | We're not afraid of change...we're afraid of loss 58:44

5M ago58:44

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If you were to track how many times per day someone tried to convince you to change in some way, chances are you'd fill up pages worth of tally marks. We often get sucked into thinking that the way to change people's minds to get them to do what we want them to do is to present them with enough evidence, data, and proof that our way is the "right" …

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Letting Go and Training Team Members with Michelle Leyman | WP74 36:19

5M ago36:19

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Faith, Letting Go, and Elevating Your Practice with Michelle Leyman The episode features a conversation with Michelle Leyman, a licensed marriage and family therapist who transitioned from a solo private practice to launching a group practice, My Therapy Connection. Michelle discusses the challenges of letting go of tasks to others, specifically fo…

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Jesus is Not a Product to be Sold with Jenn Fredette | WP73 37:16

5M ago37:16

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Navigating Faith and Professionalism in Therapy with Jen Fredette This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast features host Whitney Owens in conversation with Jen Fredette, a psychotherapist and marketing strategist. The main discussion with Jen Fredette revolves around integrating faith into therapy and marketing, overcoming religious trauma, and au…

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Ep 124: Why I wrote my book and what I learned about communication and change 39:48

5M ago39:48

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This episode is taken from my recent appearance on Kwame Christian's "Negotiate Anything" podcast. In this discussion, Kwame and I take a deep dive into my book, "Can I Ask A Question?" and explore how the book came to be and the lessons about communication and change that I learned along the way. To order a signed copy of my book, go to https://mi…

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In Search of You with Kasey Compton | WP72 34:42

6M ago34:42

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A Journey of Self-Love and Fulfillment: Discussing the Book 'In Search of You' with Author Kasey Compton In this podcast episode, Kasey Compton, therapist, entrepreneur, self-love advocate, and author of 'In Search of You,' discusses her journey of healing and self-love. Her book aims to guide women on a transformative journey towards joy and fulfi…

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The 5 Systems Every Practice Owner Needs with David Sturgess |WP71 50:38

6M ago50:38

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Essential Systems for Private Practice Success In this episode of 'The Wise Practice Podcast,' Whitney Owens is joined by David Sturgis, a licensed professional counselor and business owner from Marietta, Georgia. They discuss the crucial systems that every private practice owner should have, from the significance of professional websites to the im…

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Ep 123: Steve Leskovec | Closing the gap on the things you weren't taught in school 56:57

6M ago56:57

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My guest in this episode is Steve Leskovek, a retired nurse who has created a resource to teach teens and young adults valuable life skills that Steve realized were not being taught in schools. The word resource might be underselling it a bit — Steve created an entire curriculum, complete with video tutorials and study guides for everything from fi…

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The People in Your Practice: Understanding the Role of a Clinical Director with Julie Roberts | WP70 37:35

6M ago37:35

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Understanding the Role of a Clinical Director in Private Practice Today’s show takes a look into the role of a clinical director in a private therapy practice. Whitney Owens and Julie Roberts discuss several aspects of the role including policy writing, clinical supervision, quality improvement, documentation, and risk management. They touch upon t…

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The People in your Practice: Understanding the Role of Therapist with Hunter Bickers | WP69 24:00

6M ago24:00

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Unlocking the Potential of Group Practice: An Interview with Therapist Hunter Bickers In this episode, the host interviews therapist Hunter Bickers, who shares his experiences working at Water's Edge Counseling. The discussion touches on Bickers' journey into the field of therapy. They delve into the importance of individual and group supervision a…

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Ep 122: Meghan Bonde | Neurodiversity, the 5 intensities, and communicating to meet social-emotional needs 51:57

6M ago51:57

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If you’re anything like me, you’ve noticed over the past decade or so the emergence — or at least the increased use of — the word neurodivergent. And if you’re anything like me, you heard the term and made some assumptions about what it meant, what and who it described, and why it started showing up in more places and in more conversations…perhaps …

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The People in your Practice: Understanding the Role of a Marketing Director with Sarah Labrot 38:06

6M ago38:06

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Inside the Operations of Water's Edge Counseling and Whitney Owens Consulting: A Conversation with Marketing Director Sarah Labrot Stay tuned for an insightful conversation with Sarah Labrot, the Marketing Director of Water's Edge Counseling and Whitney Owens Consulting. Sarah talks about the importance of effective marketing for private practices,…

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The People in your Practice: Understanding the Role of an Office Manager | WP67 42:31

7M ago42:31

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Building Your Team: The Role of an Office Manager in a Counseling Practice In this episode, Whitney Owens discusses the role of office management in practice. The guest, Lisa, shares her experiences working at WaterSedge Counseling, beginning as an assistant answering calls and ending as an office manager. She also discusses how God's presence help…

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Ep 121: Amy Morin | Building mental strength through reclaiming control over your thoughts and emotions 51:38

7M ago51:38

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One of the ways us humans feel the most vulnerable and least empowered is when others have authority and control over us. Take away a person’s sense of autonomy and I’ll show you a person who is unsure of themselves, angry, and without peace. When you voluntarily give away power and control over your thoughts and actions, psychologist Amy Morin say…

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Jesus Talked about Money and So Should We with the Sassy Wealth Coach | WP66 43:03

7M ago43:03

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The Wise Practice Podcast - Discussing Money Mindset and Faith The Wise Practice Podcast, hosted by Whitney Owens, welcomes guest speaker Lisa Marie Robinson, also known as the Sassy Wealth Coach, for a conversation revolving around money and mindset. The discussion also explores the importance of adopting a positive mindset about money, changing m…

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Holding your Goals Loosely with Melissa Wesner | WP65 29:59

7M ago29:59

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Holding your Goals Loosely with Melissa Wesner This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast features a discussion between the host and esteemed guest, Melissa Wesner. The podcast centers on the struggles of goal-setting within an entrepreneurial context and brings an insightful perspective on setting goals in a consciously relaxed, spiritually-centere…

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Ep 120: Jason Rosoff | The importance of delivering feedback and criticism with care 1:01:59

7M ago1:01:59

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The phrase "Everyone has an opinion about everything these days," is often thrown out like it’s a bad thing. But, you’re a human being. Of course you have opinions. The bigger issue, in my humble, ahem, opinion, is that you are exposed to more peoples’ opinions and feedback and ideas than ever before. You’re bombarded seemingly from all directions …

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Poverty Gospel or Prosperity Gospel: How to Steward your Finances with Jamal Jones | WP64 45:24

7M ago45:24

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The Balance between Prosperity Gospel and Poverty Gospel in Therapy Practice Welcome to the Wise Practice Podcast. In this episode, we will be talking about the Poverty gospel and the prosperity gospel. Your mindset makes a difference in how you run your business and practice therapy. Whitney and Jamal discuss the importance of commitment, both fin…

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Using Your Trauma to Grow Your Practice with Marcken Volmy | WP63 36:24

8M ago36:24

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From Trauma to Healing: The Role of Therapists The podcast features Marcken Volmy, a licensed mental health counselor, EMDR consultant, and author of 'Trauma Stories.' Mark shares his personal journey from trauma to healing and explains the importance of therapists addressing their own personal growth and healing to better help their clients. He di…

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Ep 119: Steije Hofhuis | What 16th Century witchcraft panic can teach us about human behavior today 52:08

8M ago52:08

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What in the world do witchcraft panics and witch trials have to do with communication? I assure you, after hearing this episode, there will be little doubt of the linkage. My guest is Steije Hofhuis, a Dutch university lecturer and historian and an expert on the early modern witchcraft panics that swept across Europe in the 15th, 16th, and 17th cen…

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