Alison Pidgeon is a group practice owner with 12 providers in Lancaster, PA. She started her practice in 2015 and, five years later, has two locations. Her practices specialize in women's issues and have made a positive impact on the community by offering different types of specialties not being offered anywhere else in her area. Alison has been working with Practice of the Practice since 2016 and has helped over 70 therapist entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses, through mastermind groups and individual consulting.
Practice of the Practice Network
Traverse City, Michigan
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post How a CRM Can Transform Your Practice with Brent Stutzman | GP 274 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Balance and Scaling in Private Practice with Justin Johansen | GP 273 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Navigating Different Identities in Private Practice with Elizabeth Burke | GP 272 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Exploring Bias in Mental Health with Dr. Louis Haynes | GP 271 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Staying Aligned with Core Values in Group Practice with Christina Moynihan | GP 270 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Practice Finances and Planning with Carla Titus | GP 269 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Which of your values do you want to incorporate into your private practice? What is the best way to go about doing this? How can values help you guide your clinical decision-making in private practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks with Olga Montgomery about aligning your practice with your values. Podcast Sponsor: Therapy […] The post Aligning Your Practice with Your Values with Olga Montgomery | GP 268 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can therapists navigate social justice and privilege safely and properly? What is the secret to embracing social justice in your private practice? What are the most important insights that modern practitioners can use to navigate the intersection between therapy and ethical sociopolitics? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks with Nathan Bitecofer about incorporating […] The post How to Incorporate Social Justice in Private Practice with Nathan Bitecofer | GP 267 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the role of mentorship and support in developing successful therapists? Which strategies can you use to scale your practice while avoiding burnout? How can you cultivate a culture of collaboration in your private practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks with Dr. Laura Gambrel about clinical direction and supervision in group practice. […] The post Clinical Direction and Supervision in Group Practice with Dr. Laura Gambrel | GP 266 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What is the formula for transforming your practice into a collaborative network? Do you want to build a community in therapy? How can you embrace change and continue to adapt and thrive in the evolving mental health landscape? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about structuring a collective group practice with Lisa Lovelace. Podcast […] The post Structuring a Collective Group Practice with Lisa Lovelace | GP 265 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the tricks to mastering the art of insurance billing in group practices? Can you be your own biller? Which strategies are the best for you to use to navigate insurance billing in your practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about how to be your own biller with Danielle Kepler. Podcast Sponsor: […] The post Be Your Own Biller with Danielle Kepler | GP 264 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How does effective supervision transform new counselors into confident clinicians? What is the role of mentorship in group practice success? How can you juggle the emotional load of supervision and support new clinicians best? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about clinical supervision and mentorship with Candice Creasman Mowrey. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the […] The post Clinical Supervision and Mentorship with Candice Creasman Mowrey | GP 263 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you looking to secure the perfect space for your mental health practice? What are the real estate insights that you need to know to avoid the common pitfalls? What does every mental healthcare provider need to know about mastering lease negotiations? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about navigating real estate with Jennifer […] The post Navigating Real Estate with Jennifer Page | GP 262 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you currently navigating the challenges of telehealth? What is a good guide and some advice for therapists embracing a nomadic working lifestyle? What are the best strategies for navigating virtual sessions as a traveling therapist? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating the lifestyle you want with Kym Tolson. Podcast Sponsor: Practice […] The post Creating the Lifestyle You Want with Kym Tolson | GP 261 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are you neurodivergent? Have you been considering opening a group private practice that is neuro-inclusive? What are the need-tos when it comes to working with neurodivergent staff and clients for a more comfortable and inclusive work environment? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating a neurodivergent group practice with Patrick Casale. Podcast Sponsor: […] The post Creating a Neurodivergent Group Practice with Patrick Casale | GP 260 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What can you do before you bring on new interns so that they're fully supported? What does a solo practitioner need to know or do before hiring an intern? Why should you speak to interns about the values and mission of your practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about incorporating interns in private […] The post Incorporating Interns in Private Practice with Leah Riddell | GP 259 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How should you pace out your hiring to maintain your scaling progress? What is your role in establishing your practice's identity? Are you willing to model the process that brought you to this niche for your clinicians? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about establishing your private practice identity with Nicole Wallace. Podcast Sponsor: […] The post Establishing your Private Practice Identity with Nicole Wallace | GP 258 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why should you consider learning more about AI in therapy? Are you concerned about whether you would find clinicians to work for you if you opened a group practice? How can you level up and boost your practice with classic business principles? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about “Therapreneur Success” with Amity Cooper. […] The post Therapreneur Success with Amity Cooper | GP 257 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the logistics of building a group therapy program from scratch? Why should you prioritize doing personal intake sessions with each client before bringing them into the group? How do you encourage clients to participate? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating group therapy programs with Dr. Brittany Bate. Podcast Sponsor: Practice […] The post Creating Group Therapy Programs with Dr. Brittany Bate | GP 256 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Useful links mentioned in this episode: Check out these additional resources: Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. […] The post Building a Fully Remote Group Practice with Hannah Rose | GP 255 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Growing a Successful Practice – Without seeing any Clients with Craig Alsup | GP 253 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, […] The post How to Discuss Intimacy and Sexuality in Therapy with Gary Katz | GP 254 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: How Authentic Branding and Networking can Transform Your Counseling Practice with Stephanie Farmer | GP 252 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo […] The post Growing a Successful Practice – Without seeing any Clients with Craig Alsup | GP 253 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Creating a Multidisciplinary Group Practice with Kelly Smedley | GP 251 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began […] The post How Authentic Branding and Networking can Transform Your Counseling Practice with Stephanie Farmer | GP 252 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Check out these additional resources: Practice Finances and Planning with Carla Titus | GP 250 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to […] The post Creating a Multidisciplinary Group Practice with Kelly Smedley | GP 251 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Practice Finances and Planning with Carla Titus | GP 250 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. He most enjoys helping clients and colleagues identify what ignites their […] The post Maximizing Your Office Space with Shannon Seeberan | GP 249 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Useful links mentioned in this episode: Books mentioned in this episode: Marc Lewis – The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction Is Not a Disease Check out these additional resources: Nonviolent Communication with Simon Wiskowski | GP 247 Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in […] The post Tailoring Your Treatment Model in Your Practice with Amber Tolbert | GP 248 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Useful links mentioned in this episode: Check out these additional resources: Meet Andrew Burdette Andrew founded Mindful Counseling PLLC in Asheville, NC shortly after completing his graduate program in clinical mental health counseling. At the start of the pandemic, he pivoted to an online solo practice, and in 2022, began to grow a group practice. […] The post Nonviolent Communication with Simon Wiskowski | GP 247 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you work with kids in your private practice? How should you navigate informed consent if your clients are typically younger than 18? What are the best practices to keep in mind when you are working with kids and their family systems? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about kids and family considerations with […] The post Kids and Family Considerations with Jill Williams | GP 246 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you been thinking about starting and offering intensives? How can you begin funneling in clients? Why should you always bring in your own enthusiasm? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about offering intensives with Stacey Curnow. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice You're someone with a vision for your practice, for your side […] The post Offering Intensives with Stacey Curnow | GP 245 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Do you have ADHD? Are there people in your workplace who you know have ADHD? How can these traits be given awareness, and what unique benefits can they bring when they are welcomed? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating a neurodivergent-friendly workplace with Dr. Liz Slonena. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice […] The post Creating a Neurodivergent-Friendly Workplace with Dr. Liz Slonena | GP 243 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do you know if you should get an autism assessment? Why is working from home a great setup for folks who are living with an autism diagnosis? What is the most important thing that employers with autistic staff should know to be better bosses and managers? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about […] The post Creating a Practice for Autistic Clinicians with Wendela Marsh | GP 242 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do you find and hire the best-fit people for your practice? What's the secret to being magnetic in finding your professional community? Why do you need systems for offboarding clinicians? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about hiring, onboarding, and offboarding clinicians with Anna Saviano. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice You're someone […] The post Hiring, Onboarding, and Offboarding Clinicians with Anna Saviano | GP 241 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the logistics of building a group therapy program from scratch? Why should you prioritize doing personal intake sessions with each client before bringing them into the group? How do you encourage clients to participate? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about creating group therapy programs with Dr. Brittany Bate. Podcast Sponsor: Practice […] The post Creating Group Therapy Programs with Dr. Brittany Bate | GP 240 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What's the distinction between bookkeeping and accounting, and accountants and tax professionals? Why should you work with accounting software in your private practice? When should you hire a professional to guide you? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette discusses the financial basics for practice owners with Jennie Schottmiller, CPA, LMFT. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the […] The post Financial Basics for Practice Owners with Jennie Schottmiller | GP 239 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How can you build a community of therapists within a practice? Why is trust important for a practice culture? What's your method of attracting great therapists to your group practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about hiring and company culture with Matt Fowler. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the Practice You're someone with a […] The post Hiring and Company Culture with Matt Fowler | GP 238 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do therapists address financial guilt when it comes to raising rates or earning more? What is a good approach to building and maintaining referral networks? Are you ready to set your rate to a level that works for you and your life? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about marketing and money mindset […] The post Marketing and Money Mindset with Dr. Brittany Bate | GP 237 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Why should you consider learning more about AI in therapy? Are you concerned about whether you would find clinicians to work for you if you opened a group practice? How can you level up and boost your practice with classic business principles? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about “Therapreneur Success” with Amity Cooper. […] The post Therapreneur Success with Amity Cooper | GP 236 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How do you build a caseload in a private pay group practice? Why is becoming involved in the local commerce centers a good investment of the CEOs time? Have you considered public speaking in your community – and if not, why should you give it a try? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about […] The post Building Your Private Pay Group Practice on a Timeline with Emily Runyan | GP 235 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
How should you pace out your hiring to maintain your scaling progress? What is your role in establishing your practice's identity? Are you willing to model the process that brought you to this niche for your clinicians? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about establishing your private practice identity with Nicole Wallace. Podcast Sponsor: […] The post Establishing your Private Practice Identity with Nicole Wallace | GP 234 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What can you do before you bring on new interns so that they're fully supported? What does a solo practitioner need to know or do before hiring an intern? Why should you speak to interns about the values and mission of your practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks about incorporating interns in private […] The post Incorporating Interns in Private Practice with Leah Riddell | GP 233 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Which marketing tips work really well for other private practice owners? How can you use your social media as a portfolio for yourself and your business? Why should you consider getting involved in your local markets? In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith discusses current creative marketing tips with Nicole Osborne. Podcast Sponsor: Practice of the […] The post Creative Marketing Tips with Nicole Osborne | GP 232 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Have you fallen into money woes and quick fixes have been letting you down? What should you do to plug any financial leaks that could be draining you of your cash? How can you bring a turnaround in your finances? In this repurposed podcast episode, LaToya Smith helps you to work on your money skills […] The post Work On Your Money Skills with Linzy Bonham | GP 231 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
Are the things you do in your practice what you should be doing as the owner? Why is hiring virtual help the key to breaking through the glass ceiling and keeping your business growth stuck? How can you distinguish a skill versus a will problem in a new hire? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette […] The post The Value of Hiring Virtual Professionals with Beth Lachance | GP 230 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
What are the common pitfalls that therapists fall into when it comes to legal documents and contracts? Did you know that the state won't correct your incorrect paperwork? How can you protect your brand name and trademark your practice? In this podcast episode, Andrew Burdette speaks with business lawyer Keren de Zwart about what small […] The post Legal Need-to-Knows for Small Business Owners with Keren de Zwart | GP 229 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.