The Missing Link in Private Practice? True Collaborative Mental Health Support
Many therapists are working in isolation—and it’s their clients who pay the price. In this episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, Liane sits down with psychiatrist and founder of Psychotherapy Matters, Dr. Allan Steingart, to talk about what happens when we bring collaboration back into client care. With decades of experience in both hospital and private settings, Dr. Steingart is on a mission to make integrated mental health care accessible to more Canadians. Through Psychotherapy Matters, he’s helping therapists partner directly with psychiatrists and other professionals to improve outcomes, reduce wait times, and feel more supported—without jumping through endless hoops. If you’ve ever wished for more integration, more connection, and more support in how you serve your clients, this episode offers a practical and hopeful new model. Links & Resources: → Learn more about Psychotherapy Matters: psychotherapymatters.com → Explore our programs and support for Canadian therapists: buildyourprivatepractice.ca → Join our Facebook community: Click here to join → Want quick wins to grow your practice? Get the BYPP Fast Track Kit In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why collaborative care matters more than ever in private practice How Psychotherapy Matters is changing the landscape of Canadian mental health The practical ways therapists can start working with psychiatrists today What therapists need to know about team-based care in a solo setting How collaboration improves outcomes for both clients and clinicians
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Is It Too Soon to Start a Group, Course, or Workshop?
So many therapists dream about running a group, launching a course, or hosting a workshop, but then stop themselves with one nagging question: “Am I ready?” In this episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, I’m unpacking the “readiness myth” that keeps therapists stuck in 1:1 work longer than they need to be. You’ll learn what being “ready” actually looks like, why you don’t need a huge audience or perfect systems to get started, and how to pilot your ideas without the pressure to make it flawless from day one. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to expand your income and impact, this conversation will show you why that time might be now. Helpful Links: - Explore Scale Your Practice: https://www.buildyourprivatepractice.ca/scale-your-practice Visit our homepage: https://buildyourprivatepractice.ca Join the BYPP Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildyourprivatepractice What We Cover in This Episode: Why waiting for the “perfect moment” keeps you stuck What being “ready” to expand your offers really looks like How to start small by piloting instead of perfecting The deeper reason therapists need scalable offers for sustainability Why groups, workshops, and courses might be closer than you think
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The Secret to Growth in Private Practice? Don’t Do It Alone
When Roxanne Francis started her private practice, she didn’t just want to build something successful, she wanted to build something that supported others too. In this inspiring episode, Roxanne joins Liane to talk about the power of community in private practice. From mentorship to representation, she shares how supporting other therapists has been just as meaningful as growing her own thriving business. Roxanne Francis is a registered social worker, psychotherapist, and consultant who specializes in mental health, workplace wellness, and equity-based leadership. She is also the founder of Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting, where she leads a growing team dedicated to empowering clients and clinicians alike. If you’ve ever felt like you’re building your practice in a vacuum, this episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to go it alone and that everyone rises higher when we rise together. 🔗 Links & Resources: → Connect with Roxanne Francis: francispsychotherapy.com → Explore BYPP programs for Canadian therapists: buildyourprivatepractice.ca → Join the BYPP Facebook community: Click here to join → Want quick wins to grow your practice? Grab the BYPP Fast Track Kit 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Roxanne built a thriving practice rooted in purpose and values Why representation and mentorship matter deeply in mental health care What it looks like to create real community as a therapist How lifting others up can fuel your own growth
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From Gut Feelings to Data-Driven Growth How to Use Your Numbers to Scale Smarter
If you’re dreaming of scaling your private practice beyond 1:1 therapy—adding a team, expanding services, or launching new offers—you can’t rely on gut instinct alone. You need numbers. But that doesn’t mean wrestling with spreadsheets or spending hours trying to make sense of your EHR data. In this guest episode, I’m joined by Tory Krone, therapist and co-founder of PracticeVital, the first and only automated dashboard designed specifically for therapy practice owners. We’re diving into how knowing your numbers can help you make smarter business decisions, improve client outcomes, and stop leaving money (and energy) on the table. Whether you’ve been avoiding your data—or trying to DIY it—this conversation will show you how powerful it is to have the right metrics at your fingertips. Listen now to learn: Why most therapists are flying blind when it comes to their practice data The key numbers every group or scaling practice should be tracking How one practice discovered a 52% retention rate—and what they did next What metrics actually matter when you're growing a team How to get $30 off your first month of PracticeVital with code BYPP Links Mentioned: PracticeVital: www.practicevital.com Mention Build Your Private Practice for $30 off your first month Private Practice Growth Resources: Accelerate Your Practice: Fill your schedule with ideal clients Scale Your Practice: Build a business that scales with ease Join our Free Facebook Group: A community for Canadian therapists growing their private practice
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How Specific Is Too Specific? Finding the Sweet Spot in Your Niche
You’ve heard that “the riches are in the niches”—but what happens when your niche feels too narrow to grow? In this episode of The Build Your Private Practice Podcast, we’re unpacking the difference between a highly specific niche that attracts ideal clients—and one that unintentionally pushes them away. If you’ve ever worried that you’ve niched yourself into a corner (or you’re afraid to niche because of that exact reason), this conversation will help you find the clarity and confidence to move forward. Helpful Links: Explore Accelerate Your Practice: https://www.buildyourprivatepractice.ca/accelerate-your-practice Visit our homepage: https://buildyourprivatepractice.ca Join the BYPP Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildyourprivatepractice What We Cover in This Episode: Why hyper-specific niches can build trust and referrals faster Signs your niche might be too narrow to sustain your practice How to broaden your niche without going generic How to know if your niche can grow with you (into offers beyond 1:1) Simple ways to shift your message for more connection
This Podcast is for Canadian mental health practitioners ready to build a private practice that supports their life—not drains it. Whether you're looking to start, grow, or scale with more ease, income, and impact—this podcast is for you.
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