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Feeling âtoo youngâ to start a private practice? My guest today is proof that success in private practice is doable for anyone thinking about it!
Today Iâm talking with Aurora Baraiolo, SLP and founder of Aurora B's Communication Device Evaluations & SLP Services. Since joining the Start Your Private Practice program in August 2024, Aurora has built a robust caseload while balancing her doctoral studies and growing her AAC-focused private practice that serves both Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
The best part is, Aurora only works three and a half days each week! She is doing what she loves, earning a great income, and finding time for rest and recharging her batteries.
In this episode, Aurora shares the steps she took to start her private practice, how she grew her caseload, and how private practice has given her the flexibility sheâs always dreamed of.
Aurora Baraiolo is from Massachusetts. She attended Emerson College for graduate school and completed her clinical fellowship in a well-known pediatric outpatient center. After about a year and a half, Aurora was exhausted from the setting and decided to do travel therapy for about another year or so. Upon starting her clinical doctorate, she decided it was time to come home and focus on her long-term goal of having her own practice. She started her private practice journey at the end of August 2024, and in just 6 months, has generated a full caseload seeing her preferred population!
Aurora is passionate about AAC and getting students devices that best fit their needs. Taking her career into her own hands was the best decision she could have made and she is grateful for she did!
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How Aurora filled her caseload lightning fastLearning about the business side of private practiceThe reality of balancing entrepreneurship and academiaWhy she left traditional roles to serve a much-needed niche in ASCHow she helps fellow generalist SLPs feel more empowered with their ASC clientsThe kind of success and balance Aurora has found is what so many people are craving. I hope her story inspires you to take the leap and see how that success in private practice is possible for you too!
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
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Auroraâs TPT: www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/abcde-slp-store
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Do you want to build a private practice around your passions, but arenât sure what that could look like? This episode will help you see that anything is possible!
Today I am joined by Ellen Lettrich, SLP and founder of The Performerâs Lab based in Richmond, Virginia. I got to know Ellen in the Grow Your Private Practice Program and have been blown away by her ability to combine her background in musical theater with speech-language pathology.
In this episode, Ellen shares how she found her calling through voice therapy and what it looks like to build a practice that doesnât fit the traditional mold.
Ellen Lettrich is an educator, SLP, theater vocal coach, and dog mom. In addition to her practice, she is the founder of The Fund for College Auditions & MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions).
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Ellenâs passion for musical theater and how it changed her college pathDiscovering speech-language pathology, and specifically, voice therapyCreating a practice to fit her multi-passionate personality and serve a specific nicheEllenâs advice about starting small, whether youâre new or seasoned in the professionThe beauty of private practice is making it work for you! Ellen is the perfect example of someone who took a winding path that turned into a truly amazing and meaningful career.
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about our programs: www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Follow Ellen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elettrich4voice/
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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If you feel like youâre being called to a dream that seems too big, I know this episode will inspire you to move forward!
My guest today is Anne Tarwater, an SLP of 12 years and founder of iShine Pediatric Therapy Clinic in Boerne, Texas. Anne is dedicated to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where children can grow, learn new skills, and gain independence.
I got to know Anne in the Grow Your Private Practice Program. In addition to her amazing practice, she is opening a preschool specifically designed for children with disabilities.
In this episode, Anne shares how she got into SLP, the mindset that pushes her to take real steps toward her ambitions, and how her practice and other dream projects are improving her community and family life.
Before opening her own pediatric therapy clinic, Anne spent seven years working in Boerne ISD, where she was a key member of the preschool program for children with disabilities assessment team. This experience strengthened her commitment to early intervention and the importance of family involvement in a child's development.
Believing that every child deserves a personalized, holistic approach to learning, she co-founded The Bloom School, a child-led preschool that focuses on the whole child. Through engaging, play-based methods, she strives to make learning fun while fostering confidence, communication, and independence.
Anne has two college-aged children and 3 dogs that keep her busy in her off time.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Annes's original career and how she made the pivot to SLPWhat her practice looks like and what kind of clients she servesThe inspiration behind her new project and how she got startedHow she stays organized through it all and what systems she has in placeAnneâs advice for other single parents who want to turn their dreams into a realityAnne is a great example of someone who took bold action to better serve her community and family. I know if she can do it, you can too!
If youâd like to know more about how we help SLPs and OTs like Anne start and grow successful practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Get help starting your private practice: http://www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Check out Anneâs Practice: https://ishinepediatrictherapy.com/
Follow iShine on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560361318161
Follow iShine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ishine_pediatric_therapy/
Where We Can Connect:
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If you want to start a private practice but feel held back by fear or uncertainty, this episode is for you!
Joining me today is Gaella Doutis, a speech-language pathologist and the founder of Speech Box in Las Vegas. After starting through the Start Your Private Practice Program, Gaella found the confidence and support she needed to take the leap and start her practice.
In this episode, Gaella shares her journey of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome to build a thriving private practice and also expand into special education tutoring.
Gaella Doutis is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Nevada and a member of the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). She has been providing speech therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD/ADD, learning and intellectual disability, cognitive communication disorders, speech sound disorders and developmental delay for 11 years.
Gaella obtained her master's degree in special education at Concordia University in Portland, Oregon and masterâs in speech language pathology at Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts. When sheâs not working, she spends her time with her 2 boys, TJ and Hunter, and her husband, Tyler. She enjoys CrossFit, Olympic weightlifting, playing golf on the weekends, and participating in marathons.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Gaellaâs educational background and her introduction to SLPRecognizing othersâ confidence in you as a testament to your skillsLearning to put blinders on when imposter syndrome creeps inSetting boundaries to find balance as a business ownerHow she finds support and connection with fellow Start students in Las VegasGaellaâs growth plans for her practice and tutoring programI loved listening to Gaellaâs experiences about building a business that supports her interests and serves her clients! I hope she inspires you to push past your doubts and take the next step toward the career youâve always dreamed of.
If you want help to get your private practice started - just like we helped Gaella - please visit: www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about starting your private practice: www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Learn more about Gaellaâs practice: www.myspeechbox.com
Speech Box Academy: https://speechboxacademy.com/
Where We Can Connect:
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If youâve wanted to start a private practice while navigating another job or learn more about serving bilingual clients, donât miss out on this episode!
Joining me today is Esmeralda SĂĄnchez, a bilingual and bicultural native Spanish-speaking Speech-Language Pathologist located in Chicago. She is the founder of Bilingual and Brilliant Speech Therapy LLC.
Esmeralda joined the Start Your Private Practice program in 2023 and began building her own caseload, starting with four private-pay clients. As her business grew, she transitioned into the Grow Your Private Practice Program to scale her practice further.
In this episode, Esmeralda shares why she decided to start her own private practice and talks about her experiences in becoming a mother and struggling to find bilingual services for her own son.
Esmeralda Sanchez has twelve years of experience in early intervention, public schools, and private practice. She earned dual Bachelorâs degrees in Speech-Language Pathology and Spanish from Saint Xavier University in Chicago followed by a Masterâs degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Indiana Universityâs where she focused on bilingual therapy.
Her practice, Bilingual and Brilliant Speech Therapy LLC, combines growth mindset principles, social-emotional wellness, and family-centered practices. Esmeralda specializes in treating receptive and expressive language disorders, late talking, stuttering, articulation disorders, speech clarity, and post-stroke rehabilitation.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Esmeraldaâs personal experiences with speech therapy and how she got into the fieldGetting started with private clients while maintaining her job in the schools How private practice has increased her control of income, clients, and scheduleEsmeraldaâs natural and easy marketing strategies that anyone can doEsmeralda turned her own struggles and experiences into a driving force for her to serve her community through private practice. I hope she inspires you to take the next step toward the life you deserve as a hard-working clinician!
If you want our help to start or grow your private practice (just like we helped Esmeralda!), please visit www.independentclinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about starting or growing your private practice: www.independentclinician.com/resources
Esmeraldaâs website: www.bilingualandbrilliantspeechtherapy.com
Follow Esmeralda on Instagram: www.instagram.com/bilingualandbrilliantspeech
Check out Esmeraldaâs Youtube channel: www.youtube.com/@bilingualandbrilliantspeech
Where We Can Connect:
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The future of private practice is here! Itâs time to leave the traditional private practice behind and build a lifestyle private practice instead.
Over the last few years, Iâve seen many clinicians grow a private practice in a traditional way that ultimately turns into a job they want to escape. Iâm excited to share that there is a different way to build a practice. It involves creating a business and practice around your life (and not the other way around!).
In this episode, Iâm sharing what a lifestyle private practice is and how it leads to better profitability and sustainability and allows you to live the life you imagined as a private practice owner.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Why more clients and staff donât always equal growthWhat is a lifestyle private practice?The three pillars of a lifestyle private practiceMore about my new program and where to get more informationDon't make the mistake of creating a job youâll one day try to escape. Let's build you a private practice that you're excited about!
Interested in building a Lifestyle Private Practice? DM me the word LIFESTYLE on Instagram @independentclinician for details.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
DM me the word LIFESTYLE on Instagram: www.instagram.com/independentclinician
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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If you want to offer private pay packages in your future or existing private practice to better serve your clients (and yourself!), tune in to this episode!
Today Iâm talking with SLP Lauren Thompson, owner of Well-Fed Feeding and Swallowing Therapy in Londonderry, New Hampshire. Iâve loved watching Lauren flourish after going through our programs and Iâm so excited for her to share the one thing that has recently transformed her business.
In this episode, Lauren shares how transitioning to private pay packages helps her balance accessibility for her clients and sustainability for her business.
Lauren Thompson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, is a Speech-Language Pathologist, Certified Lactation Counselor, and the owner of Well Fed Feeding and Swallowing Therapy. Lauren founded Well Fed to offer families expert, evidence-based feeding supportâwithout the red tape of insurance delays or the frustration of waitlists stretching for months.
Realizing that simply being out of network wasnât enough to distinguish her practice from traditional in-network clinics, Lauren reimagined her service model to better meet the needs of families. She introduced visit packages that provide transparency around both cost and time commitment, allowing caregivers to invest in their childâs feeding journey with clarity and confidence.
These flexible packages enable her to offer semi-intensive therapy, gradually taper services as families build skills and confidence, or front-load support before major life transitions, such as vacations or milestones.
Through this innovative approach, Lauren has not only built a sustainable, thriving practice but has also empowered families with individualized feeding therapy that fits their needsânot a rigid, one-size-fits-all schedule.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Laurenâs original plan to be a physical therapist and why she switched to SLPProviding personalized in-home care for familiesShifting her business model to private pay packages When to think about having patients come to see you in your own spaceHow packaged pricing creates financial security and predictabilityImproving client commitment (which results in fewer no-shows!)Refining your pricing model is just another way to bring flexibility to your practice, from how you treat your clients, to easing the stress that comes with running the business side of things.
If you would like to learn more about how to offer Packages for your private practice, please visit www.LifestylePrivatePractice.com.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about offering packaged pricing: www.LifestylePrivatePractice.com
Follow Lauren on Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellfedfeedingtherapy
Laurenâs website: www.wellfedfeedingtherapy.com
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Do you want to run the private practice in the personalized way youâve always dreamed of? Todayâs guest was once just like you and is now truly living her dream!
Iâm joined today by Kristen Weitz, SLP and owner of Neurokids Therapy in Folsom, California. I got to know Kristen as she worked through the Start Your Private Practice Program. Since then, she and her practice have truly taken off!
In this episode, Kristen reflects on her engaging therapy sessions as a child, what pushed her to start her own practice, and how sheâs established a successful practice that is a dream come true.
Kristen Weitz has been an SLP for over 16 years. She knew she wanted to be an SLP by the time she was 7 years old. Early on, she worked mostly in private practices (leadership & management), in hospitals, and taught at the undergrad and graduate levels. After growing tired of red tape and dealing with dissatisfaction at work, she finally took the leap and started her very own practice.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The moment Kristen realized she wanted to be an SLPWhat finally pushed her to start her own practiceThe strategic steps she took to get started and the role models that helped herKristenâs commitment to providing compassionate client-centered careWhat sheâs learned as sheâs made her childhood dream come trueAfter going through our programs and just taking a leap, Kristen is serving her community on her own terms and finding fulfillment for herself and her family as well.
If you would like to know more about our programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about our programs: www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Check out Kristenâs website: neurokidstherapy.com
Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557138232453
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurokidstherapies/
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Can you imagine having the flexibility in your career to take a month-long vacation with your family? This is the reality for todayâs guest thanks to her private practice that practically runs itself.
After working in the schools and feeling like the traditional system was not the right fit for her, Britt Meropoulis decided to explore private practice and started taking on clients. I got to know Britt in the Grow Your Private Practice Program. Sheâs since built up a thriving practice and business, Dream Pediatric Services, that serves her clients, family, and passions.
In this episode, Britt shares how she started and grew her private practice and how she continues to grow her career around her passions and values.
Britt Meropoulis has been an SLP in Edmonton, AB, for 10 years and is a busy mom to two little girls. After completing her graduate studies in Sydney, Australia, she returned home and gradually built her private practice, transitioning from part-time client work to a full-time clinic.
Today, she runs a brick-and-mortar clinic with a growing team, providing sensory-based, child-led, and neuroaffirming therapy, with a focus on autism, speech and language disorders, and early language development. Theyâre also expanding their services to include OT and PT, with a mission of delivering heart-centered, interdisciplinary care to help children grow and achieve their unique dreams.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Brittâs background and early years in SLPHow to shift your mindset when the timing doesnât seem rightUsing private practice to fill her cup as a new mom who wanted to workHow she utilized the Grow Program to build her caseload and finally let go of her contractsWhat her multi-disciplinary team looks like today and how they support familiesAttracting the right applicants who share similar valuesBritt has made private practice exactly what she wants it to be to fit the needs of her family, clients, team members, and of course her creativity as well!
If you would like to know more about our programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs like Britt who want our help to start and grow their practices, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about our programs: www.privatepracticeschool.com
Follow Britt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittmeropoulis.slp/
Check out her practice: https://www.instagram.com/dreampediatric/
Sensory Products: https://www.instagram.com/dreamdoughplay/
Where We Can Connect:
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If you want to transition into private practice in a way that aligns with your true passion and lifestyle, you will love this episodeâs guest!
Christina Noon went from a career in musical theater to now owning a private practice as an SLP. Going through the Start Your Private Practice Program gave her the guidance and confidence to launch a business that included her passion for music.
In this episode, Christina discusses how her background in performing arts shaped her love for communication and language, and led her to pivot into speech therapy.
Christina Noon is an SLP, founder of Happy Talk Song and Sign, and private practice owner of Noon Speech Therapy. She lives outside of Buffalo NY with her husband and two girls. Before SLP, Christina received a degree in music theater and performed professionally for 5 years. Christina is a neurospicy therapist who strives to bring more joy, creativity, and fun into everything she does.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Christinaâs struggle to find a traditional job she lovedHow the Start Program helped her launch with confidenceStarting a practice in New York and navigating complicated PLLC requirementsHow her new flexibility allows her to make her schedule work for her lifestyle and family needsMore about her music class and how thinking out of the box helps her business and especially her communityChristina is in her zone of genius! She has truly built a career she loves by combining her passions and talents. You can do this too!
If youâre an SLP or OT looking for guidance on starting or growing your own practice, weâre here to help! Learn more about our programs at www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Resources Mentioned:
Follow Christina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happytalk.song.and.sign/
Learn more about teaching your own classes: https://www.happytalksongandsign.com/learnmore
Learn more about our programs: www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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Are you feeling undervalued or underpaid in a current situation, but are still hesitant about trying out private practice? This episode will help take the uncertainty out of the transition!
Today weâre diving into the inspiring journeys of three entrepreneurs who transitioned to private practice after going through the Start Your Private Practice Program. Meet Kaitlyn Palermo of Wild Blossom Speech Therapy, Megan Bartley of Clothed In Compassion (OT practice), and Tiffany Skaggs of More Than Words Therapy.
In this episode, our guest panelists discuss their diverse paths to starting private practices, what they loved most about the Start Your Private Practice, and real-world tips and encouragement to those looking to get started.
These women were once just like you! I know their stories will inspire you to take the first step youâve been putting off, so you can find freedom and flexibility just like they did.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Where the panelists were working before getting into private practiceRecognizing the moments that led them to pursue more independence in their careersThe initial steps of launching a private practiceWhy you shouldnât be overwhelmed by startup costsFiguring out what payer sources work best for you and your communityHow private practice has changed the quality of life for each of the panelistsWhat they loved most about the Start ProgramWant help starting your private practice? Head to www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com to learn more and get started on your journey!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Get help starting your private practice: http://www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
Mentioned in this episode:
Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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Todayâs episode is a special one! Guests Marissa and Roshni remind us that the journey to private practice looks different for everyone, you just have to do what works for you!
Marissa Joy and Roshni Patel are Start Your Private Practice alums who transitioned from demanding high-pressure environments to their own thriving practices. Their stories are just like yours and Iâm excited for them to share their advice and successes with you!
In this episode, Marissa and Roshni share everything about getting started in private practice, from navigating new challenges to how itâs changed their lives and careers for the better.
Marissa Joy is the owner and Speech-Language pathologist at Ripple Speech Services, LLC - a practice that serves children and adults to speak, swallow, and breathe better. In her 11 years as an SLP Marissa has served in a number of settings, and even a brief hiatus from being an SLP, but found her passion through personal experience with her youngest son. Marissa is a Pennsylvania Licensed and ASHA certified speech pathologist and always strives to provide collaborative, personalized therapy for every person that walks through her doors.
Roshni Patel is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and the founder of Succeed Speech, Language & Feeding Therapy. She received her Bachelor's and Master's Degree from Kean University in Union, NJ. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and an Illinois Speech Language Pathology professional license. She is also a bilingual Speech Language Pathologist who speaks English & Gujarati. In her free time she enjoys traveling, spending time with family, reading, and exploring new restaurants.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How Marissa and Roshni started the transition to private practice from their regular day jobs Where theyâre finding most of their clientsDeciding to go the private pay vs. insurance routeMarissaâs and Roshniâs favorite part of being in private practiceWhy you donât have to be afraid of dealing with competition in your areaMarissa and Roshni were once just like you and so many SLPs and OTs out there. Success like theirs awaits you, all you have to do is get started!
If you would like to know more about our Programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs, who want our help to start and grow their practices, just like we helped Marissa and Roshni, please visit StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Get started on your own journey: www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Marissaâs practice: www.ripplespeechservices.com
Roshniâs practice: https://succeedspeech.com/
Where We Can Connect:
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If you want to get into private practice with purpose and confidence, this episode is for you!
My guest today is Eliana Provenzano-Lewis. Eliana is a bilingual speech-language pathologist with a pediatric private practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She started Monarch Speech and Language Therapy in 2023 after feeling determined to explore different work environments.
Using what she learned in the Grow Your Private Practice program, Eliana is expanding her services to include parent coaching, educational workshops, and plans for hiring other therapists to grow her reach.
In this episode, Eliana shares the challenges and triumphs of private practice, as well as how she's creating a flexible career that aligns with her values and family life.
Eliana is a nationally certified and state licensed Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of Oklahoma. She received a double bachelor's degree in Communication and Sciences Disorders and Spanish. She then completed her Master's degree of Science, in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Eliana earned all her degrees at Oklahoma State University, in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Eliana's area of special interests include working with Early Intervention and Bilingualism (Spanish/English). Additionally, Eliana is very passionate about using a whole-child, and family-centered approach by teaching, advocating, and assisting caregivers with getting their child all the support they need across multiple environments (home, school, community) as soon as possible.
During her free time, Eliana enjoys spending time with family and friends, enjoying time outdoors, exercising, listening to audiobooks, cooking, being a plant and dog mom, and trying new restaurants in the Tulsa area with her Husband, Dereck.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Elianaâs background in SLP and what it was like graduating during the pandemicHow she embraced her niche of bilingual therapyElianaâs advice for balancing school contracts and private clientsHow a client-first approach takes the pressure off of marketing yourselfThe inspiration behind Elianaâs practice and what it means to her and othersI hope Elianaâs story inspires you to take the first steps toward building a practice that will give you the kind of life youâve always wanted!
If youâd like to learn more about our programs and how we support SLPs and OTs in starting and growing their practice, just like Eliana did on her journey, please visit www.independentclinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Learn more about our Private Practice Programs: www.independentclinician.com/resources
Check out Elianaâs practice: www.monarch-tulsa.com
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Are you working harder than ever but making less of a difference than you imagined you would? Itâs time to go from burnout to living the life you dreamed about in grad school!
In this episode, Iâm sharing how private practice will change everything for you by helping you take control of your career and bring more balance to your life.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Why you shouldnât be ashamed if life post-grad school isnât what you thought it would beJenaâs favorite âFâ words of private practice that will change your lifeWhat daily life could look like with private practice (and why it doesnât just have to be a fantasy!)The first few steps to take to get started with private practiceRemember, you are more ready than you think to get into private practice! The life you want is not just possible, itâs waiting for you!
Want help getting started on your private practice journey? Visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com to immediate access to our comprehensive, step-by-step Program!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Letâs start your private practice together: www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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If youâve wanted to get into private practice for a while now, but something keeps holding you back, this episode is exactly what you need to hear!
In this episode, I'm busting the five biggest myths that keep SLPs and OTS stuck in jobs that they've frankly outgrown, when they could be thriving in private practice.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How starting small can change your finances, career, and even your whole lifeThe 5 myths holding you back and why theyâre completely untrueCase studies from students whose lives have changed through private practiceRemember, you already have the clinical skills to help your future clients, the business side can be learned step by step. Ready to take your first step and start seeing private clients? Visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com to learn more!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Take the first step and learn more: www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/
Mentioned in this episode:
Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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If youâve been feeling stuck recently, it may be time to bet on yourself and explore what other options are available to you!
My guest today, Daj Mitchell, is a true go-getter! Daj is an SLP and also owns a coaching business, Co-Treat Corner. She is a great example of someone who had a dream, went for it, continues to go for it, and is now also showing other people what's possible.
In this episode, Daj and I discuss how she contributes to our field outside of seeing clients and how therapists can evolve themselves to get more out of their careers.
Daj Mitchell grew up in Chicago, Illinois. She currently lives in a little town next to Springfield. Daj works in the school system and also has her own private practice. Besides coaching other SLPs, she does additional online business work like giving presentations, promoting time-saving tools, website design, and much more.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Dajâs background with SLP and how she got into private practiceHer advice to those who keep putting off private practiceThe different projects Daj is working on outside of seeing clientsWhat happens when you allow yourself to evolve A preview of what Dajâs week looks likeA slow approach to using more tech as an SLPThere are so many different ways to be in private practice, to have a business, and to live your life as an SLP or OT. I hope this episode inspires you to evolve beyond where you are right now so you can have a fulfilling career and life.
If you want to be with like-minded clinicians who are starting their own practices, then come join the Start Your Private Practice Program to start seeing private clients. Please visit: startyourprivatepractice.com to learn more and enroll.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Follow Daj on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourslpdaj/
Listen to Dajâs podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/co-treat-corner/id1679178092
Follow Dajâs podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cotreatcorner/
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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My DMs and inbox have been flooded with the same question latelyâŠWhat is it going to take for private practices to thrive (and not just survive) in 2025?
Iâve noticed many private practice owners in our community are working great hours, making great money, and enjoying freedom to spend time with their families. On the other hand, others are burning out, barely breaking even, and are still missing out on precious family time. So whatâs the difference between these two groups, and how can you be part of the former?
In this episode, Iâm sharing five predictions that can transform your private practice and help you thrive in the coming year.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
How our profession is finally catching up in the gig economyThe cost of DIYing your business instead of using a proven solutionTracking business metrics and why itâs as important as tracking patient progressWhat happens when you automate your workflows and set systems in placeHow stream stacking sets your business up for sustainable incomeWhich side of these predictions do you want to be on in 2025? I would love to make sure your practice is on the right track for sustainable success next year!
If you're ready to build a practice that thrives and allows you to make $500 - $2000 or more on the side of your job visit StartYourPrivatePractice.com to begin your private practice journey step-by-step.
If you already have a practice and youâre ready to level up your practice and your life so you can make more, help more and work less - Iâm talking 3 day work weeks and six-figure plus years⊠Head to GrowYourPrivatePractice.com and letâs help you transform your practice and your life from good to great.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Start a thriving private practice: http://StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Grow your existing private practice: http://GrowYourPrivatePractice.com
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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Working through lunch, missing precious family moments, waiting for a Christmas bonus that will never comeâŠDoes any of this sound familiar?
Iâm sharing a short Christmas story that might resonate with you. The reality is, itâs not just my story, it represents the stories of so many hard-working SLPS.
In todayâs episode, Iâm sharing how you can create your own path to freedom by joining the Start Your Private Practice Program, including a special bonus if you join this week!
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
The point in my early career when I realized things needed to changeHow much I made when I started seeing clients on the sideStories from my students who have gained more freedom (and money!) through private practiceSo give yourself the Gift of Private Practice today! Head to StartYourPrivatePractice.com and get our Marketing to Doctors System completely free!
I canât wait to see you inside the program!
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Give yourself the Gift of Private Practice: http://StartYourPrivatePractice.com
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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Feeling burned out and stressed? This episode is especially for you!
Today I am joined by burnout expert Dr. Angelyn Franks. Dr. Franks is the owner of the SLP Self-Care Society and specializes specifically in early career burnout.
In this episode, Dr. Angelyn Franks offers essential advice for private practice owners to combat stress and achieve sustainable work-life balance.
In addition to being an expert in burnout prevention strategies and stress management for SLPs, Dr. Franks has been a speech language pathologist for over 14 years.
Through the SLP Self-Care Society, sheâs developed comprehensive support programs, including 1:1 coaching and group programs. Her mission is to share practical wisdom and tools to help struggling SLPs prioritize self-care, manage stress effectively, and set healthy boundaries.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Why burnout often stems from a lack of self-care educationUnrealistic expectations SLPs develop in graduate schoolThe importance of understanding personal values and how to align them with your workWhat to do if you feel your actions are not aligned with your values or if you have a hard time identifying your valuesDr. Franksâ burnout strategies specifically for private practice ownersDonât let burnout push you out of a career you once loved. I hope Dr. Franksâ insights inspire you to better manage your life and career to stay free from burnout!
If you would like to know more about our programs and how we help support SLPs and OTs who want to start or grow a private practice that aligns with your values, please visit www.IndependentClinician.com/resources.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Dr. Franks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.angelynfranks/
Get help building a private practice that aligns with your values: http://www.IndependentClinician.com/resources
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
Follow Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/
Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slp.private.practice.beginners/
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Register for the "See Clients This Summer" Free Training Event --> www.PlanYourPrivatePractice.com
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Want to improve the pricing model for your private practice? This episode contains groundbreaking information so be sure to tune in!
My guest today is Melonie Reiter, occupational therapist and owner of Arrows Therapy in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In her private pay practice, Melonie uses a pricing model that not only brings in consistent cash flow but also prevents burnout and reduces the time and money needed for marketing.
In this episode, Melonie shares her background in OT and breaks down the packaged pricing model that has transformed how she operates her business and serves her clients.
Melonie Reiter was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from UNM and my Master's in Occupational Therapy from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Her journey to motherhood shaped her aspirations, and while she always dreamed of being a mom, it took nearly a decade after graduating from OT school to finally pursue her goal of starting a private practice.
Melonie is grateful for her husband, Ian, and their four young children- ages 10, 6, 3, and 8 months. They cherish their time outdoors, enjoy road trips, and participate in community events, holding annual memberships to our local zoo, aquarium, childrenâs museum, and dinosaur museum.
In her practice, she views the families they serve as an extension of her own family. Building strong, supportive relationships with them is essential to their mission. Her business model reflects this commitment to nurturing community and family values.
In Today's Episode, We Discuss:
Melonieâs journey to occupational therapy and private practiceA detailed breakdown of Melonieâs packaged pricing modelHow packaged pricing leads to consistent and predictable revenueInsights into her practiceâs growth and hiring process Balancing personal and professional lifeMelonie is the perfect example of working smarter. If you are looking to implement creative solutions in your own practice, I love her approach and know you can adapt it to work for you as well!
If you would like to work with us to Start Or Grow Your Private Practice - please visit www.StartYourPrivatePractice.com or www.GrowYourPrivatePractice.com right now to learn more and sign up.
Whether you want to start a private practice or grow your existing private practice, I can help you get the freedom, flexibility, fulfillment, and financial abundance that you deserve. Visit my website www.independentclinician.com to learn more.
Resources Mentioned:
Check out Melonieâs practice: www.arrowstherapy.com
Email Melonie directly: [email protected]
Text Melonie on her business line: 505-219-1260
Where We Can Connect:
Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199
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