Not feeling fulfilled from your work?
Working full-time for yourself often seems like a far-off fantasy that is only obtainable for a select few. Many therapists struggle with establishing financial independence and view mental health as a noble line of work with little financial reward. Working long hours and completing piles of paperwork seems to be the typical day to day for therapists. Maybe you were one of the lucky ones who decided to pursue private practice, and now you are facing anxiety, stress, and fear because of being unable to maintain a full caseload.
These are all common beliefs and experiences for many therapists. We were never taught how to start and maintain a business in graduate school. Our expertise is in therapy. Running a successful practice is another skill all in itself that needs to be learned. Much like therapy, it requires understanding key concepts and putting specific techniques that yield certain outcomes. Even thinking about how to be successful can be daunting for many therapists.
