Join Steve Bisson, LMHC as he unravels the complexities of therapy and counseling. Engage in straightforward dialogues, enriched with insights from special guests sharing a like-minded perspective. Each episode presents valuable, easy-to-digest information designed to help you perceive therapy, and those who partake in it, in a grounding, relatable manner.
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Daniel Fava from Create My Therapist Website is on a quest to uncover the best website and online marketing strategies so you can grow a successful private practice and do the work you love. Discover how you can build an effective website for your therapy practice, attract the right clients through content marketing and blogging tips, develop passive streams of income and attract more of your ideal clients just by being your amazing self. Other topics for discussion include SEO (search engin ...
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Summer Replay: Navigating Grief and Trauma: Insights from Therapist Gina Moffa And Her Book, Now On Paperback
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Send us a Text Message. How do you truly heal when life throws its toughest challenges your way? Welcome back to an incredibly heartfelt and insightful conversation with Gina Moffa, a dedicated grief and trauma-informed therapist based in New York City. Gina introduces her upcoming book, "Moving On Doesn't Mean Letting Go," and sheds light on her j…
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Summer Replay: From Guests to Co-Hosts: Our Podcast Evolution
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered why you feel the need to constantly say yes, even when it drains you? On this special episode of "Finding Your Way Through Therapy," we celebrate our third anniversary and 153rd episode by not only reflecting on our incredible journey but also tackling the pervasive issue of people pleasing. Join us as we recou…
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167. Exploring the Psychology of Money with David Frank
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In this episode of The Private Practice Elevation Podcast, Daniel Fava chats with David Frank, founder of Turning Point Financial Planning, about the intricate relationship between money and psychology. Both professionals share their journeys, showing how their careers transitioned towards serving the mental health community. David provides insight…
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Summer Replay With The Mental Men: Vulnerability and Healing in Modern Therapy
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Send us a Text Message. What if the key to transforming your mental health journey lies within the wisdom of experienced therapists? In the premiere episode of season nine of "Finding Your Way Through Therapy," we introduce the "Mental Men" – Andrew Kang, Pat Rice, Dr. Robert Cherney, and Dennis Sweeney – who have profoundly influenced my path in t…
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From Therapy to Podcourses: Navigating Personal Growth and Midlife Transitions with Lisa Mustard in Summer Replay
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Send us a Text Message. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Lisa Mustard, an LMFT and coach from South Carolina, as she recounts her journey from starting in therapy in 2006 to pioneering Continuing Education for Therapists through her podcourses. Lisa sheds light on the day that changed everything—a two-day conference that ignited her pa…
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166. Demystifying WordPress: Understanding WordPress.com and WordPress.org for Private Practice Websites
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, host Daniel Fava dives deep into the differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org, helping private practice owners make informed decisions about their website platforms. Daniel seeks to remove the confusion that many people face when choosing between these two WordPress platforms. In…
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Transformative Therapy: Movement and Mental Wellness With Courtney Romanowski and Audrey Albert-King In Summer Replay
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative power of dance movement therapy in our latest episode featuring Courtney Romanowski, our new co-host, and Audrey Albert-King, a licensed mental health counselor and board-certified dance movement therapist. Audrey brings her extensive knowledge to the table, revealing how reconnecting with our bod…
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From Carpet Cleaning to Comedy: Brad Mastrangelo on Humor, Therapy, and Connection
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how a carpet cleaner can become a stand-up comedian? Meet Brad Mastrangelo, who took a leap from carpet cleaning to comedy on a dare at Nick's Comedy Store in Boston. Brad's journey is filled with unexpected turns and lots of laughter, and in this episode, we delve into his roots in Chelsea, Massachusetts, his …
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165. The Simplest Content Marketing Plan For Your Private Practice
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, your host, Daniel Fava, dives deep into the simple essence of content marketing plans tailored for private practice growth. In the ever-evolving landscape of private practice, engaging with and attracting clients goes beyond face-to-face therapy sessions. An integral part of this modern app…
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Summer Replay: High-Stakes Flight: Confronting Crisis and Fear at 30,000 Feet
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when a routine flight turns into a high-stakes confrontation at 30,000 feet? On this special episode of "Finding Your Way Through Therapy," I recount a terrifying in-flight incident from March 5th, 2023, where my family and I faced a passenger's aggressive outburst. Claiming to be "Baltazar," this individual thr…
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Strategies for Trauma Recovery in First Responders With Hayden Duggan
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when the champions of our safety need rescuing? Join us for a profound discussion with Dr. Hayden Duggan, founder of OnSite, as we dissect the mental health challenges faced by first responders. This episode promises to illuminate the critical need for specialized therapy and trauma recovery tailored to those wh…
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164. 3 Key Shifts Every Therapist-Turned-Practice-Owner Must Make with David Sturgess
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, host Daniel Fava welcomes David Sturgess, a seasoned mental health professional and business consultant, to discuss the pivotal shifts required when transitioning from therapist to business owner. The journey from being an agency therapist or employee to becoming a business owner of your pr…
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Turning Trauma into Strength: Dr. Hayden Duggan on Resilience for First Responders
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Send us a Text Message. What if your traumas could become the catalyst for your greatest strengths? Join us on an heartfelt exploration with Dr. Hayden Duggan, a remarkable psychologist and founder of Onsite Academy, as he shares his compelling journey from being a firefighter, paramedic, and EMT to becoming a beacon of hope for public safety perso…
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E.158 Balancing Act: A Therapist's Guide to Self-Care and Personal Well-Being
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how therapists take care of their own mental health while supporting others through theirs? Today, I share my personal journey through the landscape of self-care, especially during the pandemic. I'll reveal the challenges I've faced in balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being an…
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163. SEO Success Story: How One Therapist Achieved a Fully Booked Calendar with Steve Cuffari
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, host Daniel Fava interviews special guest Steve Cuffari, a marriage and family therapist and current client of Private Practice Elevation about his experience investing in SEO for his private practice. Daniel and the Private Practice Elevation team have been helping Steve expand his practic…
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E.157 Innovative Therapeutic Approaches with Expressive Arts with Bed Hermin
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Send us a Text Message. Guest host Courtney Romanowski unlocks the power of creativity and emotional healing with our special guest, Bed Hermin, a licensed mental health counselor and registered expressive arts therapist. Discover how Bed's educational journey at Lesley University and the rich history of the expressive arts therapy program shape th…
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E.156 Transforming Health: The Mind-Body Connection with Erin Todd
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Send us a Text Message. How can understanding the mind-body connection transform your health? Join us as we chat with Erin Todd, a health and performance coach with a background in psychology and functional health medicine. Erin shares her journey from working in hospitals with both children and adults to empowering women through perimenopause and …
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162. Embracing The Rhythms of Life While Scaling A Group Practice with Amy Dover
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Work-life balance is a myth! But rhythms of life and the changing of seasons are something that we can all embrace. In this episode, I sit down with Amy Dover, a seasoned therapist and successful group practice owner. Amy has an inspiring story of transitioning from various practice settings to building her own flourishing group practice in Enterpr…
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E.155 Writing for Healing: The Therapeutic Power of Words For First Responders With Keith Hanks
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine dedicating 21 years of your life to saving others, only to find yourself grappling with your own inner battles. This episode features an incredibly candid conversation with Keith Hanks, a retired firefighter and EMT, who opens up about his complex PTSD diagnosis and the rocky journey from active duty to retirement. W…
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E.154 Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Embracing Boundaries and Self-Care
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Send us a Text Message. Ever find yourself saying "sorry" just to keep the peace, even when you've done nothing wrong? That's just one telltale sign of the people-pleaser's dance – a rhythm I know all too well, and one we're stepping out of in our latest podcast episode. We'll navigate the complex journey of setting boundaries and prioritizing self…
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161. Stepping Into Leadership While Scaling A Private Practice, with Joshua Rosenthal, PsyD
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In this episode of The Private Practice Elevation Podcast, Daniel Fava and Dr. Joshua Rosenthal dive deep into the transformative journey from solo practice to a thriving group enterprise. Dr. Rosenthal shares his pearls of wisdom on leadership, emphasizing the importance of clarity in your professional and personal goals. He advocates for creating…
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E153 Celebrating Three Years: Podcasting Mental Health, Therapy, And More!
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Send us a Text Message. Raising a glass to three transformative years, I'm inviting you all to join in celebrating the milestones we've shared on this podcasting journey. Together, we've crafted a space brimming with enlightening conversations, reaching a staggering 153 episodes and a community that's downloaded our labor of love over 153,000 times…
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E.152 Unveiling the Art of Connection Through Dr. Chris Gordon's Experiences And The Mental Men
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Chris Gordon's openness about his personal struggles with anxiety and depression amidst his professional journey adds an irreplaceable depth to our latest podcast episode. As we laugh and learn with the Mental Men, Dennis Sweeney, Andy Kang, Robert Cherney, and Patrick Rice, we pay tribute to Dr. Gordon's contributions b…
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160. The Power of Mentorship in Private Practice with Steve Bisson
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In this conversation with Steve Bisson, you’ll learn all about mentorship - both giving and receiving - within private practice. Steve discusses both his personal experience and the broader implications of mentorship in the professional development of therapists and mental health workers. The episode delves into the core facets of finding and offer…
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E.151 The Healing Harmony: Exploring the Transformative Power of Music Therapy with Maya Benattar
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt a song resonate so deeply that it seemed to echo the very chambers of your soul? Imagine a therapeutic space where such profound connections are not just possible but are the cornerstone of healing. Today, we're joined by the remarkable Maya Benattar, who guides us on an exploratory journey through the wor…
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E.150 Unveiling Strength in Stories of Cultural and Mental Resilience with Lien Doubleday
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Send us a Text Message. Celebrating a momentous 150 episodes, we share the microphone with the astute Lien Doubleday, whose 20 years in mental health have sculpted her into a beacon of wisdom. This special episode unfurls the complex tapestry of cultural influence on mental wellness, as Lien navigates the nuanced stories from the heart of Central M…
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In this special episode of the Private Practice Elevation Podcast, Liz Fava, wife of host Daniel Fava, flips the tables around and interviews Daniel. If you’ve listened to this podcast for some time, you’ve likely gotten a small glimpse into Daniel’s life and Private Practice Elevation. But have you ever wondered how this all got started? What was …
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E.149 Bridging the Mental Health Gap for Armed Forces and First Responders
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Send us a Text Message. When silence is no longer an option, the voice of change rings out. Join us as we sit down with Austin Ives and Justin Jacobs of Mindstrong Guardians, who channel their own battles with mental health into a force for good within the military and first responder communities. They're not guests; they're beacons of hope, guidin…
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E.148 A Unique Upbringing Exploring the Life of an Only Child
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Send us a Text Message. Ever feel like the solo act in a world of ensemble casts? That's the thread we tug at in our latest heart-to-heart, as Courtney Romanowski and I welcome the vibrant Jen (Jay) Nakhai, and new dad, Brody Clemmer, to the mix. We peel back the layers of what it means to grow up as an only child, touching on the bittersweet longi…
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158. Defining Your Business' Core Values (And What Ours Are)
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, host Daniel Fava dives deep into the significance of establishing core values for your private practice. Crafting core values goes beyond traditional marketing—these guiding principles shape the culture, decision-making, and strategic direction of your therapy practice. After sharing about …
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E.147 Conquering the Imposter Within: Unveiling the Realities of Imposter Syndrome
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Send us a Text Message. Ever felt like you're faking it, just waiting for someone to discover you're not as talented or competent as they think? You're not alone. Join me, Steve Bisson, as I unravel the complexities of imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon where self-doubt lingers despite evident success. This episode is a deep dive into th…
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157. How to Position Yourself As the #1 Trusted Practice In Your Community with Brent Stutzman
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, host Daniel Fava interviews Brent Stutzman on how to position yourself as the number one trusted therapy practice in your area. With around seven years of experience, Brent ventured into the marketing realm when his wife, a therapist, decided to start her own private practice. His journey b…
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E.146 Part 2: The Balancing Act of The Inner Struggles of Those Who Serve and Protect with Kathryn Branca
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the hidden struggles and triumphs within the lives of our everyday heroes. Joining me again for part 2 of the interview is Kathryn Branca, a long-time advocate in the field of first responder mental health, who will help us navigate the complex psychological landscape these courageous individuals face. We delve into t…
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E.145 Supporting the Mental Health of First Responders: A Conversation with Kathryn Branca, LADC I
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Send us a Text Message. When the weight of a badge or the stress of an emergency call becomes a silent burden, where do our first responders turn for help? It's a question that haunted me until Kathryn Branca, a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, sat across from me to share her invaluable insights. Peeling back the curtain on the often-misunderst…
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E.144 Exploring Relationship Dynamics and Challenging Patriarchy with Ivanna Colangelo
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on an explorative journey with our esteemed guest, Ivanna Colangelo, a licensed marriage and family therapist who brings her vibrant and discerning perspectives to today's pressing relationship issues. As we peel back the layers of patriarchy's influence on our intimate connections, Ivanna's immigrant background and h…
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156. Cultivating Clinical Confidence in Private Practice w/ Shannon Heers
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In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation podcast, host Daniel Fava sits down with Shannon Heers to discuss the topic of cultivating clinical confidence in private practice. This conversation offers an in-depth look into the struggles that therapists often face, including impostor syndrome and the feeling of isolation when stepping out into…
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E.143 Liz Kelly on How Her New Book "This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy" Can Help You
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Send us a Text Message. I know all too well the weight of grief and expectation it can bring. That's why I'm thrilled to have the compassionate Liz Kelly join me, sharing her journey from fundraising to therapy and the wisdom found within her transformative new book, "This Book Is Cheaper Than Therapy." LIz offers a comforting blueprint for those s…
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E142 The Convergence of Healing and Business with Laura Long
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a journey through the intricacies of therapy and entrepreneurship with me, Steve Bisson, and my esteemed guest, Laura Long. We're tearing down the curtains to reveal the unspoken challenges and triumphs of therapists who are not just clinicians but innovators at heart. Laura, with her vast experience in marriage an…
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