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In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, host Gordon Brewer welcomes Whitney Owens, a seasoned group practice owner and consultant, to discuss the critical issue of therapist retention. Whitney shares her insights on why losing a therapist can be costly—not just financially, but in terms of client care, team morale, and overall practice stability. She breaks down practical strategies to create a supportive work environment, improve hiring and onboarding processes, and foster long-term commitment among therapists. Whether you're struggling with turnover or looking to build a thriving team, this episode is packed with actionable advice you won't want to miss! Resources Mentioned In This Episode Read the full show notes here Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Website Design Packages from Inflow Google Ads for Therapists Start Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network The Practice of Therapy Community Mental Health Wear TN Meet Whitney Owens Whitney Owens is the owner of Water's Edge Counseling, a thriving group practice in Savannah, Georgia. When she's not leading her practice, she enjoys coaching, running, or sipping coffee while reading a good book. She is married to a pastor and is the proud mother of two daughters. Having navigated the challenges of balancing work and family, she continues to learn and grow in both areas. A graduate of Richmont Graduate University, Whitney received specialized training in both professional counseling and faith integration. Her career spans various clinical settings, including residential treatment, hospital work, and the successful launch of multiple private practices. Today, Whitney has created a fulfilling lifestyle, working four days a week, picking up her children from school, and running a profitable business. She has found a way to do the work she loves, live out her faith, and enjoy the journey along the way. Whitney's Website Instagram Facebook Summit

Sign up for my FREE 3 Day Live Course - How to Build a 7 Figure Group Practice That Runs Without You → https://mccancemethod.com/free-3-day-live-course/In this episode,  Whitney Owens, a seasoned private practice consultant for faith-based therapy practices, shares her top strategies for marketing and building networks with churches. She offers unique approaches for creating lasting connections, including examples from her own practice to inspire therapists from any background looking to expand their network within church communities.Make sure to bring your paper and pen because this episode is full of actionable tips!Here are some key points in this episode:[01:28] Whitney's background in faith-based consulting[02:49] How to identify churches to connect with[05:38] Tips for approaching pastors[09:30] How to conduct productive meetings with pastors [13:09] Ways to collaborate with churches on events or workshops that provide mutual benefitsLinks From the Episode:Free Gift: 4 Tips to Market and Network with Churches https://wisepracticeconsulting.comMore about Whitney:Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. Based in Savannah, Georgia, she manages a private pay group practice with over 15 clinicians and consults practice owners nationwide on building successful faith-based practices. Whitney hosts summits, a podcast, and a community for faith-based practice owners called Wise Practice. She has spoken at numerous counseling conferences and will speak at the American Counseling Association conference in 2025.Websites:Wise Practice Consulting: https://wisepracticeconsulting.comWaters Edge Counseling: https://watersedgecounseling.comSocial Media Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wise_practice_consultingFollow me on Instagram, @nicole.mccanncemethod. If this episode provided you with value and inspiration, please leave a review and DM to let me know. Click here: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.mccancemethod Join the FREE private community for therapists: Expand your Psychotherapy Practice → https://www.facebook.com/groups/947689352498639 Sign up for the FREE Masterclass- How to Build a 7-Figure Group Practice→ https://mccancemethod.com/webinar-free-masterclass-from-solo-to-superteam/

An amazing practice manager is an essential part of a stable group practice.  What do you look for in a great practice manager? If you're a practice manager, what can you do to support your practice and practice owner even better? Join us for part of this special panel discussion between Whitney Owens, Lindsay Keisman, Jaclyn Fortier, Uriah Guilford, and Luci Carrillo. To access the full panel discussion, check out Practice Manager Pro at GroupPracticeMadeSimple.com Click to listen now!

Brent sits down with Whitney Owens, licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant, to talk about how to brand and market a faith-based practice.LINKS for GuestFreebie: How to Market and Network with Churches FREE Facebook group to help faith-based practice ownersLINKS for Show:TheraSaaS.com → Level up your intake system.Get more private pay clients → Private Pay Practice Blueprint.Resources

We've got an exciting new episode of our Live Stream Launch Party Series! On May 2nd, 2023, Julie released her book, Profit First for Therapists. We threw a huge online launch party with GreenOak Accounting team members, real practice owners who tell their stories in the book, and the original creator of Profit First, Mike Michalowicz to celebrate this exciting event. We wanted to share the stories told during our launch event with our podcast listeners so you could be part of the celebration with us!  On today's episode, we're joined by Jessica Tappana, Whitney Owens, Uriah Guilford, and Gordon Brewer! These industry leaders have expanded their businesses from private practice to podcasting to consulting and so much more. They were so excited to share their stories with our Launch Party viewers, and are even more excited to share with our podcast listeners today. LINKS & RESOURCES GreenOak Accounting - www.GreenOakAccounting.com Therapy For Your Money Podcast - www.TherapyForYourMoney.com Profit First for Therapists - www.ProfitFirstForTherapists.com Profit First Academy - www.ProfitFirstForTherapists.com/Academy

Enjoy my short interview with the outstanding Whitney Owens, the creator and mastermind behind the 2023 Wise Practice Summit in Savannah, Georgia. Find out more about our products, programs and services at productivetherapist.com.

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. She is located in Savannah, Georgia, where she manages a private pay group practice with 10 plus clinicians. Along with running her practice, she consults practice owners around the country on how to start and grow a successful faith-based practice. She hosts summits, a weekly podcast, and a membership community for faith-based practice owners called Wise Practice.

In today's podcast, Allison & guest Whitney Owens, LPC discuss how to ask clients about their faith, how to work with people who have different beliefs, plus the alignment between effective treatment & tenants of many religions.  Sponsored by: TherapyNotes® To learn more about today's guest, visit https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/blog.  Why put off success? Join the Abundance Party today & get 40% off your 1st month with coupon code BEACHBALL: https://abundancepracticebuilding.com/abundanceparty

We're in the therapy office today chatting with Whitney Owens about her autism motherhood journey. Whitney shares her experiences as a mom, private practice owner and entrepreneur. In This Episode You Will Discover What is a faith-based practice and who is it for? How Whitney's life has changed since her daughter's diagnosis The most difficult […] The post Wise Motherhood | How one autism mom balances parenting and her private practice | A Conversation with Whitney Owens, LPC appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

How Can You Create an Ethical Faith-Based Practice? An Interview with Whitney Owens, LPC Curt and Katie interview Whitney Owens, LPC of Wise Practice, about faith-based practice. We look at what therapists can get wrong when considering incorporating faith into therapy. We also talk about what to do (and NOT do) when creating a faith-based therapy practice, specifically talking about ethics, using faith as a tool when requested, and the harm caused when therapists have a religious agenda in session.  Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode, we talk about faith-based therapy practices Faith is a big part of many people's lives. It is important for therapists to understand how to use faith as a resource in therapy. Further, there are Christian, faith-based therapists who can identify how best to remain within their ethics as a therapist when incorporating faith into therapy. What can therapists get wrong when creating a faith-based therapy practice? ·      Therapists become unethical when they try to convert clients to Christianity in therapy ·      When therapists mismatch how much clients want to include faith and belief ·      Therapists are not supposed to have an agenda for how their clients grow and change ·      Conversion Therapy (e.g., Sexual Orientation Change Efforts, Anti-trans therapy) are illegal and wrong, regardless of your beliefs or faith ·      Telling clients what to do about “moral” issues ·      Refusing to work with people based on “morals” What can therapists do to create an ethical faith-based practice? ·      Using faith as a tool in therapy ·      Letting clients dictate how faith is incorporated in therapy ·      Providing clients space to interpret the bible or create the lives that they want to create ·      Addressing our own bias ·      Helping clients to make their own decisions ·      Getting supervision and even joining secular consultation groups ·      Doing the work to overcome bias and increase inclusion and affirmative practices What are the benefits of incorporating faith into therapy and therapy practices? ·      When therapists and clients share faith and beliefs, there can be an alignment of lived experience ·      Therapists can extend their faith into the work to be more aligned (as long as they remain ethical in how they incorporate it into practice) ·      Making business decisions that are both faith-based and ethical Resources for Modern Therapists mentioned in this Podcast Episode: We've pulled together resources mentioned in this episode and put together some handy-dandy links. Please note that some of the links below may be affiliate links, so if you purchase after clicking below, we may get a little bit of cash in our pockets. We thank you in advance! Wise Practice Summit Wise Practice Podcast Relevant Episodes of MTSG Podcast: Am I Honoring My Personal Values OR Am I Discriminating? An exploration of ethics for modern therapists What Therapists Need to Know About Abortion and Termination for Medical Reasons: An Interview with Jane Armstrong, LCSW The Practicalities of Mental Health and Gender Affirming Care for Trans Youth: An Interview with Jordan Held, LCSW What Goes in Your Notes? Interstate therapy practice and documentation for clients considering abortion or gender affirming care Has Therapy Become the New Religion? Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. This episode is about Whitney's upcoming Wise Practice Summit conference. The summit starts October 5th, 2023, and has been approved by the NBCC for NBCC credit. Whitney is committed to supporting therapists in incorporating their faith into their practice. During the summit, Whitney looks forward to creating a space where therapists can feel safe and supported as they explore the intersection of faith and therapy. Tune in to hear all the details and why you will definitely want to meet us in Savannah for the Wise Practice Summit! Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free The Practice of Therapy Podcast Workshop Money Matters In Private Practice [use code: JUNE2023] Join The PsychCraft Network Today!  Kindness and Compassion The Practice of Therapy Community Whitney's Website Whitney on Facebook Wise Practice Summit

In this episode Whitney Owens from Whitney Owens Consulting answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands. Find out more about Whitney and her services at https://www.whitneyowens.com/ Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/

In episode 82 of Soul Care for Therapists, Dawn Gabriel interviews Whitney Owens, a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. Whitney shares her passion for connecting faith-based practice owners and making changes in the world by helping them have the lifestyle they want to do and the work they want to do with God in the process. Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. She is located in Savannah, Georgia, where she manages a private pay group practice with 10 plus clinicians. Along with running her practice, she consults practice owners around the country on how to start and grow a successful faith-based practice. She hosts summits, a weekly podcast, and a membership community for faith-based practice owners called Wise Practice. She has spoken at numerous events such as both the Georgia and Maryland annual professional counselors conferences as well as trainings for Florida's Counseling Association. In 2023 she will be speaking at Meet You in Kentucky, which is for group practice owners, as well as hosting her own summit in Savannah. In her free time, Whitney enjoys spending time with her husband and two girls, running, reading, and relaxing in the backyard. A Passionate Faith-Based Private Practice Consultant Whitney Owens is passionate about connecting faith-based practice owners and making changes in the world by helping them have the lifestyle they want and the work they want to do with God in the process. She believes in the power of faith and how it can make a difference in the lives of those who practice it. According to Whitney, "You can't create it yourself. I can put a structure together, but all I can do is wait on God." Whitney believes in the power of God in connecting people. When God shows up, it's magical and indescribable. Whitney believes in being open to the Spirit and letting it guide her. During a retreat to Asheville, she realized that rushing was her problem. She wasn't making space for the Holy Spirit. The retreat was about rest and making space for the Holy Spirit to stop. Whitney learned that she needs to stop and take time to read and soak in the words of a song instead of just listening to it. She had a weeping moment that reminded her of the importance of community, crying with one another, and making that space to do life differently. Being vulnerable allows people to “know you” and connect with you.  Changing Lives Through Faith-Based Practice Whitney is passionate about changing lives through faith-based practice. She believes that it's important to help faith-based practice owners have the lifestyle they want and the work they want to do with God in the process. Whitney hosts Summits, a weekly podcast and a membership community for faith-based practice owners. She loves to plan big parties with her besties and sell tickets to help her pay for the Summit. She believes that when people come together with open hearts and minds, God will show up and change lives. Breaking Down Your Own Walls in Leadership Whitney believes that breaking down your own walls is essential to being a great leader. According to Whitney, "When you're starting a business, it's hard not to get caught up in the comparison game. You're looking at other people's practices and thinking, oh, they're doing so well, they're doing better than me." She advises against this mentality and recommends being true to yourself and your vision. Whitney believes in taking the time to get to know yourself and understanding what you want. She advises against creating a vision board without knowing what you truly want. Being True to Yourself and Your Vision Whitney believes in being true to yourself and your vision. She believes that it's important to take the time to get to know yourself and your goals before creating a vision board. She recommends looking inward and understanding what you want before creating a board that aligns with your vision. Action Steps Take time for rest and reflection: As Whitney shared, it's important to make space for the Holy Spirit in our lives by taking time for rest and reflection. This can involve setting aside regular periods of time for meditation or prayer, going on retreats, or simply taking a break from the busyness of daily life. Embrace community: Whether it's through attending conferences, joining a support group, or simply reaching out to colleagues in your field, cultivating community can help you to feel supported and connected in your work. Be open to change: As Whitney mentioned, it's important to be open to the Spirit's leading, even if it means deviating from our plans or expectations. This can involve being willing to take risks, trying new things, and being open to feedback and criticism from others. Whitney Owens offers valuable insights for anyone in a leadership position, whether in the field of counseling or elsewhere. By breaking down our own walls and embracing vulnerability, cultivating community, and being open to change, we can become more effective and compassionate leaders, capable of making a positive impact in the world.  Links and Resources Wise Practice Summit 2023 Contact: whitney@whitneyowens.com  Website: Whitneyownes.com and Watersedgecounseling.com FREE PDF on Tips for Marketing with Churches: Whitneyownes.com Instagram: @WhitneyOwensConsulting Facebook: Whitney Owens Podcast: Wise Practice Podcast  Free Facebook Membership Community for Faithbased Practice Owners:  

Meet Whitney Owens, a faith-based practice owner, consultant, and podcaster who helps therapists appropriately integrate faith in their clinical work and their businesses. She describes several obstacles that she did not allow to stand in her way and perseverance on her entrepreneurial journey. She provides strategies for building  a team and responding to criticism and also shares her ventures into retreats and summits. Key takeaways: -God only takes us as far as we can go -When we go through brokenness we find the sunshine -Hire people you want to spend time with -Encourage relationships among your team -Think about the relationship you are creating when you reach out to someone for help -Don't do things for money, do them because you want to do them -Stop working so hard and enjoy what you do https://www.whitneyowens.com https://www.facebook.com/whitney.owens.963/ https://www.instagram.com/whitneyowensconsulting/ https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/7kcf8-28f861/Wise-Practice-Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/compassionate-climb/message

Setting cash pay rates can be tricky! You want to make sure you're offering a competitive rate in your area and still honor your time and skill set as a therapist. Another key thing to consider... as your private practices grows and your team begins to expand, you may find yourself contemplating the different options of compensation you can offer! Bonuses, PTO, health insurance, and retirement plans are all great options, but it may be challenging to know when you can afford to implement these options. Today, Julie's joined by Whitney Owens to talk about the different changes your practice will go through when setting cash pay rates and adding benefits for your team members.Whitney Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant in Savannah, Georgia. In addition to running her practice, she offers individual and group consulting through Practice of the Practice. She is also the host of The Wise Practice podcast and the Faith in Practice podcast! Whitney places a special emphasis on helping clinicians start and grow faith-based practices.If you're interested in schedule a consultation with GreenOak Accounting, click here!Pre-order your copy of Profit First For Therapists by clicking here! EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSLet's set your cash-pay rateStart by checking the rates in your area! You want to keep your rate competitive with other cash pay practices near youDon't sell yourself short! If you offer a specialty or are consistently overbooking your schedule, it may be time for a rate increaseHow do you recommend raising your rates?Communication with your clients is key!Always lay out the rate increase in a letter for your existing clientsBe willing to work with your clients that may struggle financiallyWhat are some benefits you may offer your team over time?PTO & sick-leaveAnnual bonusesHealth insuranceRetirement optionsLINKS & RESOURCESGreenOak Accounting - www.GreenOakAccounting.comTherapy For Your Money Podcast - www.TherapyForYourMoney.comProfit First for Therapists - www.ProfitFirstForTherapists.comWhitney Owens - www.WhitneyOwens.comThe Wise Practice PodcastWise Practice Summit 2023Rate Increase Letter Example

How can churches and therapists connect in ways that are mutually beneficial for the people they both serve? What's the difference between pastoral and clinical counseling anyway? And what's so important about therapists bringing faith into the counseling room? Whitney Owens is a therapist, consultant, and host of the Wise Practice Podcast, helping therapists grow faith-based practices. Click here for Whitney's website and social media, where you can even download a free resource to help you make that connection between church and therapist. Follow @soulgritresources on FB and IG and email your questions and comments to info@soulgritresources.com. Sign up at www.soulgritresources.com to be the first to know about new blogs, episodes, and more.

In this special episode, Gordon Brewer shares the purpose of his podcast network, the Psychcraft Network. Lisa Mustard, Daniel Fava, Aaron Potratz, Melissa Tiessen, Karen Dyck, James Marland, and Whitney Owens join the show to discuss why they podcast. Hear from these podcasters about creating revenue, giving valuable insights, connecting with the world, and making an impact in all the right places through podcasting. If you want to make an impact in the world, consider podcasting and see how you can make a difference in the lives of others. Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Check Out the Blog Post for This Episode Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Listen to All the Psychcraft Podcasts by Clicking Here! Join The PsychCraft Network Today! Join us for this live online course on April 21st, 2023: Podcasting for Mental Health Professionals.

Ben sits down with Whitney Owens who is a licensed professional counselor in Savannah, GA and they talk all about mental and emotional health. They discuss the the benefits of counseling and holdups some pastors can have when thinking about going to therapy. They also touch on United Methodist topics as it relates to Pastors, friends and congregations.   Visit www.faithrevisitedpodcast.com for show notes, to learn more about Whitney Owens and all of the links they discussed in this epsiode!

In this episode of The Private Practice Elevation Podcast, we're going to talk about the most important things you need to know before you start a faith-based therapy practice.   I know many therapists that want to integrate their faith into the work that they do - both clinically and in how they run their practice.   My wife happens to be one of them!   But one thing that can be a challenge is understanding how to position your practice from a faith-based perspective without excluding other clients that don't adhere to a certain faith.   You may want to bring faith into the work you do, but you may be afraid it will turn other clients off.   So how can you create a practice that stays true to who you are and the faith that's important to you in such a way that will help you grow your business?   Today we're speaking with my friend, Whitney Owens, all about building a faith-based private practice.   She's sharing her wisdom about what she's learned both firsthand from building her own practice as well as the business owners she consults with.   There are a few key decisions and questions you can answer before starting your own faith-based therapy practice, and Whitney is here to help us unpack them. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What it means to have a faith-based practice and how it can apply to all walks of faith Practical ways that you can bring more of your faith into your clinical work and business-building The difference between an “overt” faith-based practice and a “covert” one and what that means for your marketing Examples of marketing a faith-based therapy practice Tips for branding your faith-based private practice that will help you with your messaging and what you put on your website Why it's so important to track your marketing numbers and return on investments Why having a community around you while you build your practice is so important This Episode Is Brought To You By Managed WordPress Hosting by Flywheel   If you're looking for a hosting company that will not only host your website but also supports you with some of the best customer support I've ever received, then Flywheel is for you. We've partnered with Flywheel to host all of our clients' WordPress websites because their speed, security, and extremely responsive customer service is the best in the business.   Learn more about hosting with Flywheel (affiliate link) Subscribe & Review in Apple Podcasts If you're not yet subscribed to the podcast I want to encourage you to do that today. This is the best way to make sure you don't miss an episode! Click here to subscribe on iTunes.   And if you're feeling extra generous, I'd love to hear what you think about the podcast. Reviews help others find the podcast plus I'd really love to hear what you think! Click here to leave a review. Just click on “Ratings & Reviews” then “Write a review.” Let me know what you like best about the podcast. Thank you!   Links mentioned in this episode: Whitneyowens.com Waters Edge Counseling (Whitney's group practice) Abundant Living Rome Fava Counseling Associates   About Whitney Owens Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. She is located in Savannah, Georgia, where she manages a private pay group practice with 10 plus clinicians. Along with running her practice, she consults practice owners around the country on how to start and grow a successful faith-based practice. She hosts summits, a weekly podcast, and a membership community for faith-based practice owners called Wise Practice. She has spoken at numerous events such as both the Georgia and Maryland annual professional counselors conferences as well as trainings for Florida's Counseling Association. In 2023 she will be speaking at Meet you in Kentucky, which is for group practice owners, as well as hosting her own summit in Savannah. In her free time, Whitney enjoys spending time with her husband and two girls, running, reading, and relaxing in the backyard.  

This is an incredible offer just for my listeners! Leading Edge Seminars Cancun, Innovations in Psychotherapy - Black Friday Sale where you can save 40%*on your workshop fee when you purchase accommodations at the same time - sign up with this link and you also get either a 30 minute consultation call with me OR 4 of my Podcourses! Need Continuing Education contact hours? Check out my Podcourses. In this episode, Whitney Owens of Wise Practice shares tips and advice on how to gain private pay clients and market your practice.  Learn more about Whitney: Whitney Owens Consulting Watersedgecounseling.com FREE PDF on Tips for Marketing with Churches: www.whitneyowens.com Instagram: WhitneyOwensConsulting Facebook: Whitney Owens Podcast:Wise Practice Podcast Free Facebook Membership Community for Faithbased Practice Owners: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533909554128629

Oh my goodness! I Love me some Whitney Owens! You will love her too! So many great things to say about Whitney but I don't have the space.... listen and allow this episode to add value to you! Listen, download, rate, review, and share with someone! Connect with Whitney @ whitneyowens.com; fb- @Whitney Owner; @ IG- @whitneyowensconsulting. Do you want to be a guest on the show or connect with me? Visit www.Bewindi.com or send me an email @ info@bewindi.com To purchase book, Empowerment for you: Encouragement for your Emotional and Spiritual Wellness, visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JRQC2M4 and to purchase the Empowered to Empower you Reflection Workbook, visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MDGXRVW Ready to start counseling? www.aaopcs.net Love, Bewindi Jackson --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/support

Our friend and colleague, fellow podcaster Whitney Owens, is back as a guest on our show talking about how faith can be a valuable resource for people in therapy. She gives some practice tips about how to use it well in your therapy journey and, as always, brings some fun to the episode! Website: www.WhitneyOwens.com Podcast: Wise Practice Podcast Instagram: @whitneyowensconsulting ———————— Sign up for our FREE email course on overcoming fear and insecurity at: https://www.shrinkthink.com/podcast

Shrink Think is an online platform that provides digital resources to cultivate successful therapeutic relationships. With courses geared towards educating and empowering clients, as well as effective training and onboarding new clinicians, Shrink Think supports private practices to achieve better outcomes across the board. In this episode, Aaron Potratz and Nathan Hawkins join for the last podcast takeover with Whitney Owens. First, they chat about Shrink Think and the importance of pre-session onboarding for your private practice clients. At Shrink Think, Nathan and Aaron aim to demystify therapy for those starting their mental health journey. Tune in as Aaron and Nathan dive into the resources they provide at Shrink Think, including their courses on how clients can get the most out of therapy and achieve breakthroughs. Plus, they talk about their upcoming courses on orienting new clinicians to your group practice.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free The Launch Club Shrink Think Shrink Think Podcast Shrink Think on Instagram Whitney's Website Whitney on Instagram

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. It's incredible how much money private practice owners can spend on their marketing. However, if you don't have someone answering the phone, you are throwing away a lot of that money. In this podcast takeover with Whitney Owens, she speaks about how to take new inquiries and turn them into new clients. Whitney gives tips on getting your phones answered and why it's one of the most critical pieces of your practice. Tune in as Whitney speaks about having an online booking option, making your systems and processes as smooth as possible, and why you should never offer free fifteen-minute consultations over the phone.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free The Practice of Therapy Launch Club Whitney's Website Whitney's Instagram

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. In this episode, Whitney Owens takes over the show to talk about changes in private practice. Change is routine in any business; it shouldn't be anxiety-provoking or scary. When changes happen, use it as a chance to slow down, contemplate, and find opportunities. Whitney explains why worrying too much about the future of your practice could actually be making you overwhelmed. Tune in as she talks about listening to God in your faith-based practice, finding time for reflection, and staying focused on your private practice journey.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Whitney's Website Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Whitney on Instagram Practice Launch Club

In this episode my good friend Whitney Owens does a podcast takeover to talk about: The basics of understanding the EnneagramHow to use the Enneagram for hiringHow to use the Enneagram for managing staffThe do's and don'ts for using the Enneagram in your group practice See below for the links mentioned in the episode and how to find out more about Whitney and her services. Whitney's websiteEnneagram in Private Practice downloadRoad Back To You bookTypology Podcast

Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant. In this episode, Whitney speaks about her private practice journey, which eventually led to starting her own faith-based group practice. First, she explains why it's critical to do your own work as a therapist, whether through self-care, personal development, or your relationship with God. Then, Whitney reminisces about her first client and how looking back on her journey is truly humbling. Tune in as Whitney describes the process behind starting her group practice and navigating challenges along the way.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Whitney Owens | Consulting, The Enneagram, & Religion in Private Practice | TPOT 178 Whitney's Website Using the Enneagram to Improve Your Practice Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free. The Practice of Therapy Launch Club

In this episode, Gordon has a conversation with Whitney Owens about being a caregiver and living into kindness and compassion through those challenges.  Whitney opens the show by talking about the book, Discernment: Reading the Signs of Daily Life by Henri J. M. Nouwen. Whitney reveals the most significant lesson she learned from that book and how it has informed her life as a mother. Then, Whitney dives straight into the importance of self-care and how it's an essential piece of kindness and compassion. Tune in as we chat about savoring the moment, mindfulness, and creating consistent daily habits around self-care.  Read more... WhitneyOwens.com Waters Edge Counseling kindnessandcompassion.com Follow us on Instagram @kindnessandcompassionpodcast Follow us on Facebook

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Whitney Owens is a group practice owner with an all private pay practice. She has been a part of the Practice of the Practice community for several years. In this episode, Whitney Owens joins the show to chat about faith in private practice. Having a faith-based practice doesn't mean what you think it does; Whitney busts many myths around faith in the therapy room. Plus, we discuss marketing ourselves as a faith-based practice and what that means to people who may not necessarily want to talk about faith during a therapy session. Tune in as we chat all about Whitney's upcoming event, The Faith In Practice Conference. Learn more about the conference and get $100 off your tickets with coupon code “GORDON” by visiting this link: https://practiceoftherapy.com/fip Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Faith In Practice Conference (use coupon code "GORDON") Waters Edge Counseling  Practice of the Practice: Faith in Practice Podcast Whitney Owens | TPOT 178 Whitney Owens | TPOT 036 Whitney Owens | TPOT 091 Email: Whitney@practiceofthepractice.com Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free. Blueprint Health: First month free with promo code TPOTPODCAST Be A Podcast Guest Kindness and Compassion  Check out all the webinars 

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In this episode, we talk with Whitney Owens from Faith in Practice about an upcoming conference for faith-based counselors. We also briefly discuss the topic of deconstruction, which Tres will be speaking on at the conference. For more information about the conference, go to: https://practiceofthepractice.com/faithinpracticeconference

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ft. Whitney Owens of Practice The Practice Are you a group practice owner? How can you get the most out of your time? Join me as I chat with Whitney Owens, who is a master at time management and delegation. Click to listen now!

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Welcome to episode #94 with Mrs.Whitney Owens as we talk about benefits and challenges of incorporating faith in practice.  Whitney is a licensed professional counselor who owns a growing group practice in Savannah, GA.  She specializes in consulting in faith-based practice and those wanting to connect religious organizations. Whitney provides faith based consultation for private practices and private pay practices. She talks about her opportunities for one-on-one consultation and faith in practice mastermind.  Connect with her @WWW.PRACTICEOFTHEPRACTICE.COM/WHITNEY or email @ WHITNEY@PRACTICEOFTHEPRACTICE.COM.   To purchase book, Empowerment for you: Encouragement for your Emotional and Spiritual Wellness, visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JRQC2M4 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/support

Have you heard of mastermind groups but aren't sure what happens at one? In this special episode, be a fly on the wall at my mastermind group. Join me and my fellow mastermind members - Gordon Brewer, Whitney Owens, and Jessica Tanner - as we talk candidly about running multiple businesses, what helps us relax and what gives us courage. Click to listen now!

I am lucky to have many of my good friends and peers join the show. Uriah Guilford, Jessica Tappana, and Whitney Owens are here for a casual conversation. First, we dive into the importance of diversifying your income. We open up about what it's like to run a practice as well as another business. Both isolation and imposter syndrome can show up for us; we talk about ways to overcome and navigate our limiting beliefs. Later, we chat about the importance of finding a community to build you up, make you feel confident, and allow you to be vulnerable on your journey. Meet Uriah Guilford I am a licensed therapist & group practice owner. I want to help you be more productive, profitable & happy with your business and your life. Basically, work less and get more done! If you have achieved any level of success in your private practice then you can relate to the following. You have more tasks to complete than hours in the day. You work super hard because you are passionate and want to grow. Sometimes you neglect your self-care and other important things in your life. Not so great right!? That is why I have built a team of amazing virtual assistants for practice owners just like you! Hiring a virtual assistant in 2012 was one of the best decisions I ever made. It allowed me to double my business income without feeling like I was losing my mind. Actually, go on vacation and not be tied to my iPhone the whole time. And serve my clients better! It made such a massive difference for me and it can for you as well! If this sounds interesting, check out our services page and the most frequently asked questions we get all the time. Meet Whitney Owens I enjoy working with both adults and adolescents on an individual basis. I have experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, identity formation, relational issues, and other mood disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. I have been seeing clients since 2009 in a variety of settings. While earning my Master in Professional Counseling from Richmont Graduate University, I saw young adults at a residential treatment facility. In 2010 I moved to Colorado where I spent four years working at an inpatient and day treatment facility. Also while in Colorado, I joined a group practice and saw teenagers and adults. In 2014 I moved back to Savannah and started Water's Edge Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and a member of the American Counseling Association and the Licensed Professional Counseling Association of Georgia. In addition to counseling, I also offer a number of other services including training and speaking engagements. Meet Jessica Tappana Jessica Tappana started her private practice on her maternity leave about 20 months ago. After filling up in only a matter of months, she decided to bring on other therapists as 1099s and transitioned Aspire Counseling into a group practice. Worried about how she would fill the caseloads of these new therapists, Jessica tried several different marketing strategies.  Ultimately, she decided to focus on getting her website to the first page of Google and began teaching herself SEO at nights after her kids were in bed. Slowly after gathering a couple of tips here and there, she got her website to the first page for nearly every keyword she targets.  Aspire Counseling has grown to now include five therapists and a virtual assistant! In fact, all of the therapists are nearly full, and Jessica hopes to find a few more quality team members in the months to come. Create Another Business For An Additional Income Stream A theme that people hear from me a lot on the podcast is how it's important to diversify income. Uriah, Jessica, and Whitney all run at least two businesses. There are a lot of unique challenges that come with owning multiple businesses. One of the great things about having two businesses is constantly waking up excited. If you're less excited about one business, at least you can get excited about your other project. However, having two businesses can come with a lot of stress, and people from the outside looking in don't get to see that side of things. No matter what, you can wake up every day and bring 'you' into that business. Battling Isolation and Imposter Syndrome In Private Practice As practice owners and business owners, it can get very isolating at times. So, sometimes imposter syndrome shows up. Uriah says one of the most valuable things for battling the isolation and imposter syndrome is feedback. Feedback is invaluable on your private practice journey. When you have people you can gain feedback from, you will walk away with thousand times more confidence. Everyone struggles with their business, so if you can hear other people's experiences, it will make you feel less isolated. Plus, this feedback will shape the future of your business for the better. Find Support No Matter Where You Are In Your Journey Regardless of where you are in private practice, you need support. Find a group of people that you trust to help you on your journey. Make sure you're comfortable with this group, and you can be vulnerable with them. The power of a group is having a community where you can share anything. As therapists, we all know the importance of group work and community. A mastermind group can be a powerful tool to uplevel your practice and uplevel your business. It will give you the confidence to keep working on your business and take the next step. Take A Risk, Get To Know Others, and Create A Community Private practice is hard, and managing people is hard. So, make sure to take care of yourself so you can have energy in your businesses. Get out of your comfort zone and meet people. If you're not already in one, create a community for yourself. Get involved and take risks in getting to know people. In general, therapists are pretty safe people. It would help if you weren't too scared to reach out to someone and get to know them. [fusebox_transcript]     Being transparent… Some of the resources below use affiliate links which simply means we receive a commission if you purchase using the links, at no extra cost to you. Thanks for using the links! Uriah's Resources Productive Therapist Guilford Family Counseling  Instagram Whitney's Resources Waters Edge Counseling  Grow Your Faith-Based Practice with Faith in Practice Mastermind! Practice of the Practice: Faith in Practice Podcast Jessica's Resources Aspire Counseling MO Simplified SEO Consulting  Email: Jessica@SimplifiedSEOConsulting.com Resources Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free. Blueprint Health: First month free with promo code TPOTPODCAST Join the Practice of Therapy Focus Group Using Google Workspace As A Practice Platform Course Thursday (Oct. 28th) at 1pm ET:  Using Google Workspace In Private Practice Free Webinar: Using Google Workspace for Practice Management Get Your Copy of The Full Focus Planner   Join the Google Workspace for Therapists Users Group Follow @PracticeofTherapy on Instagram Meet Gordon Brewer, MEd, LMFT Gordon is the person behind The Practice of Therapy Podcast & Blog. He is also President and Founder of Kingsport Counseling Associates, PLLC. He is a therapist, consultant, business mentor, trainer, and writer. PLEASE Subscribe to The Practice of Therapy Podcast wherever you listen to it. Follow us on Twitter @therapistlearn, and Pinterest, “Like” us on Facebook.

Hi, I'm the Profit Answer Man Rocky Lalvani! I help small business owners simplify their financial reports so that they can make more informed business decisions with fewer hassles. We utilize the Profit First system created by Mike Michalowicz Effortless Cashflow Course: http://bit.do/effortlesscashflowcourse Schedule your free, no-obligation intro call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes More about making profitability simple: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Whitney Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant. She lives in Savannah, Georgia, where she owns a group private practice, Water's Edge Counseling. In addition to running her practice, she offers individual and group consulting through Practice of the Practice. Whitney places a special emphasis on helping clinicians start and grow faith-based practices. She hosts a podcast to help faith-based practice owners called the Faith in Practice Podcast. She co hosts two membership communities with a focus on helping people start and grow group counseling practices. Whitney has spoken at the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia's annual convention as well as Maryland's Annual Counselor Conference. She has also been interviewed about mental health issues on several media outlets including WSAV in Savannah and in the Atlanta Journal Constitution. Whitney is a wife and mother of two beautiful girls.   https://watersedgecounseling.com/ www.practiceofthepractice.com   whitney@practiceofthepractice.com Faith in Practice Podcast - https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/category/podcasts/faithpodcast/    Faith in Practice Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/533909554128629/?ref=share   Questions: questions@profitanswerman.com Email: rocky@profitcomesfirst.com Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitanswerman/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ First 2 chapters of Profit First: https://sendfox.com/rocky Music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Can you bring the Holy Spirit into the session? How can therapists find their spiritual healing? Can you remove the therapist and let someone you trust guide you in spiritual conversation? In this reverse podcast episode, I am interviewed by Whitney Owens about engaging your spiritual journey as a therapist. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @faithfringes and Facebook. Sign up for my free Spiritual Reflections Course SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here WEBSITE: www.faithfringes.com

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Do you ever dream of opening your own private practice?Serving patients the way you know best without large organizational restrictions and taking control of your own might be some appealing reasons.What are your reasons for being a successful private practice owner?If you have opened your own clinic, how have you been about to sustain your growth momentum and not procrastinate on scaling your big dreams?Take a good look at your life.As a healthcare entrepreneur, especially private practice owners, you can be true to yourself, your missions and purpose, and have a thriving business.The more you serve, the more you earn, and the more impacts you will make in the world. You are meant to be a leader‼️In this podcast episode of the Powerful and Passionate Healthcare Professionals, I invited Whitney Owens, a group therapy practice owner, and a licensed professional counselor, to talk about how to build a faith-based private practice.Create your own momentum Of change and take action.Subscribe

In today's episode you will meet Whitney Owens, she is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant. She lives in Savannah, Georgia, where she owns a group private practice, Water's Edge Counseling. In addition to running her practice, she offers individual and group consulting through Practice of the Practice. Whitney places a special emphasis on helping clinicians start and grow faith-based practices. She hosts a podcast to help faith-based practice owners called the Faith in Practice Podcast. Whitney has spoken at the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia's annual convention as well as Maryland. She has spoken the past two years at Practice of the Practice's Killin' It Camp Conference. She has also been interviewed about mental health issues on several media outlets including WSAV in Savannah and in the Atlanta Journal Constitution. Whitney is a wife and mother of two beautiful girls.To connect with Whitney find her links below:Instagram: whitneytowensLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-owens-85376a27/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitney.owens.963/Thank you again for joining us today! If you know anybody that would benefit from this episode please share it with them and help spread the knowledge and motivation. Don't forget to show your support for the Powerful and Passionate Healthcare Professionals Podcast by writing a review on iTunes. Your feedback helps the success of our show and pushes us to continuously be better!ADDITIONAL RESOURCESWant to save 8+ hours of work and reboot your focus within 2 minutes so you can do the things you love to do? Yes, it's really possible -- and I'm going to prove it to you! I offer 3 FREE consultations per week. Book yours here before they run out! SabrinaRunbeck.com/BlueprintWant to instantly restore your energy and brighten your fatigued eyes in 2 minutes? Download your FREE audio exercises and discover them for yourself.This is just the tip of the iceberg, and I know you have a lot more questions that you want to get answered. Join us inside our private community for our weekly Ask Me Anything sessions and monthly networking with like-minded healthcare practitioners.

You've got a mission and a vision for your practice. When hiring new clinicians, you want to look for people who will be a good fit for your practice. It's also important to make sure that you are following best practices for hiring. In this episode, Whitney Owens talks about building a faith-based practice, finding therapists who are good fits, and avoiding discriminatory hiring practices. She also shares about her personal experiences in showing up as a faith-based consultant. About Whitney: Whitney Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant. She lives in Savannah, Georgia, where she owns a group private practice, Water's Edge Counseling. In addition to running her practice, she offers individual and group consulting through Practice of the Practice. Whitney places a special emphasis on helping clinicians start and grow faith-based practices. She hosts a podcast to help faith-based practice owners called the Faith in Practice Podcast. Whitney has spoken at the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia's annual convention the past 3 years as well as Maryland's convention in 2020. Whitney is a wife and mother of two beautiful girls. Want to connect with Whitney? http://www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticelaunch (www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticelaunch) http://www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss (www.practiceofthepractice.com/grouppracticeboss) http://www.practiceofthepractice.com/faithinpracticeresources (www.practiceofthepractice.com/faithinpracticeresources) Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts? Find us at: protectingyourpractice.com FB: @protectingyourpractice IG: @protectingyourpractice To work with Dan if you're a mental health practitioner in Maryland, go to: https://danielmayerlaw.com/ (https://danielmayerlaw.com/ ) To consult with Melissa about your private practice and group practice questions, go to: intentionalpractice.net

In this episode, Whitney Owens opens the show by explaining the importance of having grace and acceptance on your private practice journey. If you aren't as productive as you want to be, learn from your mistakes and make better choices moving forward. Whitney also explains why she does a time study to determine where she spends most of her working hours and what she can improve on in the future. Plus, Whitney reveals why learning more about Enneagrams has taken her business to the next level, and we chat about using faith in private practice. Meet Whitney Owens I enjoy working with both adults and adolescents on an individual basis. I have experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, identity formation, relational issues, and other mood disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. I have been seeing clients since 2009 in a variety of settings. While earning my Master in Professional Counseling from Richmont Graduate University, I saw young adults at a residential treatment facility. In 2010 I moved to Colorado where I spent four years working at an inpatient and day treatment facility. Also while in Colorado, I joined a group practice and saw teenagers and adults. In 2014 I moved back to Savannah and started Water's Edge Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and a member of the American Counseling Association and the Licensed Professional Counseling Association of Georgia. In addition to counseling, I also offer a number of other services including training and speaking engagements. I have been invited to local organizations such as churches and schools to educate on leadership, adolescent issues, parenting, family concerns, and mental health. As well, I have spoken at retreats focused on helping women heal and find themselves. I have also spoken at youth meetings to adolescents. Please let me know about your next event and how I can help. Practice Grace And Acceptance The most important thing is that private practice owners need to provide themselves is grace and acceptance. When a day doesn't go the way you want it to, or maybe you don't prioritize everything the way you would wish to, it's best to learn from it. Always take a lesson from the mistakes that you make and make better choices moving forward. Never beat yourself up for something! Delegating has been huge for Whitney as she works on managing more and more in her personal life and professional life. She relies on her husband tremendously when she needs help around the house and their children. Conduct A Time Study A time study is significant because our time gets away from us, and we have no idea where we spend it. From a financial standpoint, it's essential to know where your time is going. If you have a side hustle for your practice, think about where you spend your time and which one is bringing you more income. Also, think about where you can delegate more. If you're spending too much time in one area and not getting enough money, consider having more delegation efforts. That way, you can focus your time on the area that will bring you the most income. Making a list will help you see where you can save time throughout the day. Consider Joining A Mastermind Group Do you want to grow a faith-based group practice? Whitney's favorite thing about consulting is the group work that she gets to do with people. Specifically, she loves mastermind groups because you see these great connections come together in a small group of people working on their business. Whitney's mastermind group is for people who have a faith-based practice. In the group, they talk about religion when appropriate, but they also work on their businesses. Luckily, Whitney and her group get to pray for each other and use their faith to help make business decisions together. If you want to learn more about Growing Your Faith-Based Practice with Faith in Practice Mastermind, check out the link: https://practiceofthepractice.lpages.co/faith-mastermind/. Learn More About Enneagrams When Whitney learned that the Enneagram Type 1 has a critical voice in their head at all times, she was confused. Whitney thought that everyone had a critical voice in their head. Also, Enneagram Type 1 carries anger around with them; they are angry at the world for being so messed up. These simple things spoke to Whitney. After digging into the Enneagram Type 1, Whitney understands herself so much better. Now Whitney uses it to understand other people and help other people know themselves. In fact, Whitney is planning an Enneagram Type 1 training for all of her staff next week. Overall, Whitney does it with all her clients, and she does it with everyone she consults; it really helps move treatment and businesses along. Learn more about Enneagrams by checking out Ian Cron's work: https://ianmorgancron.com/. Being transparent… Some of the resources below use affiliate links which simply means we receive a commission if you purchase using the links, at no extra cost to you. Thanks for using the links! Whitney's Resources Waters Edge Counseling  Grow Your Faith-Based Practice with Faith in Practice Mastermind! Practice of the Practice: Faith in Practice Podcast Whitney Owens | Starting Fresh & Growing Fast in Private Practice | TPOT Podcast 036 Whitney Owens | Contractors Vs. Employees In Group Private Practice | TPOT Podcast 091 Faith in Practice Consulting with Whitney @Practice of the Practice Group Practice Launch Membership Community Email: Whitney@practiceofthepractice.com Resources  Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free. Solo to Group Practice: Adding More Therapists to Grow Your Time & Income Money Matters In Private Practice | The Course Get your FREE Financial Analysis Guide... Google Workspace for Therapists | The E-Course Purchase The Full Focus Planner™ Join my Focus Groups Session Note Helper 3.0 Join the Google Workspace for Therapists Users Group Cool Resources Follow @PracticeofTherapy on Instagram Meet Gordon Brewer, MEd, LMFT Gordon is the person behind The Practice of Therapy Podcast & Blog. He is also President and Founder of Kingsport Counseling Associates, PLLC. He is a therapist, consultant, business mentor, trainer, and writer. PLEASE Subscribe to The Practice of Therapy Podcast wherever you listen to it. Follow us on Twitter @therapistlearn, and Pinterest, “Like” us on Facebook.

What happens to their spiritual relationship with God when a pastor and his wife get rejected from the church? How can you move past your own painful experiences with the church? How do you differentiate between the church and God? Today I speak with Whitney Owens who shares a very personal story about a painful experience she had with the church, how she dealt with it, and moved forward by having hope. In this episode: Getting to the next step Advice to those questioning their relationship with God   Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @faithfringes Sign up for my free Spiritual Reflections Course SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here WEBSITE: www.faithfringes.com

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Episode 11: Our first interview on The Shrink Think Podcast! Whitney Owens, a fellow therapist, private practice consultant, and host of the Faith In Practice podcast joins our show. She shares about how she found success (through many trials and mistakes), how she deals with fear and failure, and how she balances her time as a working mom.

What are some suggestions for starting and running your group practice? How should you go about managing your group practice's finances? Are there adjustments... The post Whitney Owens and Alison Pidgeon Answer Your Most Pressing Questions about Group Practice | GP 26 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice| Practice of the Practice.

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Vicki Hobson, Teacher for Albemarle County Public Schools, and Whitney Owens, Chief Learning Officer at Cincinnati Museum Center, joined Kelly Jackson and Jamie Schwartz on “Women Changing Our World!” “Women Changing Our World!” airs every Monday at 10:15 am on The I Love CVille Network!

Whitney Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant. She lives in Savannah, Georgia, where she owns a group private practice, Water's Edge Counseling. In addition to running her practice, she offers individual and group consulting through Practice of the Practice. Whitney places a special emphasis on helping clinicians start and grow faith-based practices.

Are you the parent of a special needs child? Do you have a friend or family member with a special needs child? What can we do to help alleviate some of the stress? In this podcast episode, Veronica speaks to Whitney Owens about her life with a special needs child. Podcast Sponsor There are many […] The post My Child Has Special Needs, What I Wish I Knew with Whitney Owens | EU 15 appeared first on Empowered and Unapologetic.

Welcome to A Counselors Journey To Private Practice. I'm your host, Juan. Today we interview clinician Whitney Owens.This episode encourages counselors in their journey of private practice to explore niche building. The concept of building a niche is focused on encouraging counselors in private practice to identify one key area that they can become an expert in. In my journey of private practice, I have niched my practice in writing immigration evaluations. Today, Whitney Owen shares her niche which focuses on building a faith-based practice.As a counselor, take time to explore what you really enjoy. Or an area that you want to learn more about. The area that you focus on can transform into your niche. The beauty of a niche is that it aims to show that you are an expert in this area. I like to think of the term expert as a person that is competent and continuously engaged in the learning process. Adding a niche to your practice can transform the counseling private practice in every way. You may find an increase in your brand such as more clients or an increase in revenue. Whitney Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant. She lives in Savannah, Georgia, where she owns a group private practice, Water's Edge Counseling. In addition to running her practice, she offers individual and group consulting through Practice of the Practice. Whitney places a special emphasis on helping clinicians start and grow faith-based practices. Whitney has spoken at the Licensed Professional Counselors Association of Georgia's annual convention and at Killin' It Camp. She has also been interviewed about mental health issues on several media outlets including WSAV in Savannah and in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Whitney is a wife and mother of two beautiful girls.To connect with Whitney visit: whitney@practiceofthepractice.comwww.practiceofthepractice.comwww.watersedgecounseling.comJuan Santos is the host of A Counselors Journey To Private Practice. He has a private practice in Greensboro, NC called Santos Counseling PLLC. Juan helps counselors learn how to overcome the hurdles of building a counseling business and focus on serving those in the community. Thank you for listening. Please leave an awesome review and subscribe to the podcast so that you never miss an episode in your journey of private practice.I'm always looking for awesome counselors that are ready to share their story. Visit the link below, let's connect.Visit http://acounselorsjourney.com/be-a-guest/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juansantos)

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In this episode, Gordon talks again with Whitney Owens, LPC and they discuss the difference between hiring independent contractors versus employees. Overall, hiring an independent contractor is less paperwork, but you will also have less control over their supervision. Then, Whitney explains how she uses promotion groups to bring clients to her practice and how she plans to help private practice owners incorporate faith into their businesses. Plus, the two talk about their upcoming trip to Killin'It Camp! Meet Whitney Owens I enjoy working with both adults and adolescents on an individual basis. I have experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, identity formation, relational issues, and other mood disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy. I have been seeing clients since 2009 in a variety of settings. While earning my Master in Professional Counseling from Richmont Graduate University, I saw young adults at a residential treatment facility. In 2010 I moved to Colorado where I spent four years working at an inpatient and day treatment facility. Also while in Colorado, I joined a group practice and saw teenagers and adults. In 2014 I moved back to Savannah and started Water's Edge Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and a member of the American Counseling Association and the Licensed Professional Counseling Association of Georgia. In addition to counseling, I also offer a number of other services including training and speaking engagements. I have been invited to local organizations such as churches and schools to educate on leadership, adolescent issues, parenting, family concerns, and mental health. As well, I have spoken at retreats focused on helping women heal and find themselves. I have also spoken at youth meetings to adolescents. Please let me know about your next event and how I can help. Contractors vs. Employees Working with an independent contractor, you cannot tell the therapist what they can and cannot say. Whitney wanted to provide more supervision to her counselors. The same day her last contractor put in her two weeks was the first day she had an interview for a W-2 employee. Having a contractor is less paperwork, but you will not have as much control. There is way more teamwork with her employees vs. when she had contractors. Plus, morale is a lot better because everyone feels part of the business; they have team meetings, discuss the work they do together and participate in more events. At Christmas, they went out together, and Whitney can pay for continuing education. Run your numbers to understand which one will be more profitable depending on your structure. Promotion Groups One of the ways Whitney has been able to market her practice is through community promotion groups. Whitney has several connections within a group called Southern Mamas; you pay every six months, and you get to put up something once a week. They add it to their electronic newsletter, and you get to showcase your banner. Whitney says to try new things and see what sticks. Also, make sure to know your numbers when trying out new promotions. For instance, Whitney knows she needs to book three sessions to make up the cost for Southern Mamas. Faith in Private Practice Whitney had a big idea to help consult other practice owners on how they want to make faith a part of what they do. She also helps with the therapist's verbiage on their website to attract the right type of clients. Some people want to make faith part of everything they do in their practice, including their name and branding. Whereas others do not want it incorporated with their advertising or branding, but their practice is faith-informed. Gordon tells his clients that he is a clergy person, but he does not have a religious agenda with his counseling. If you are thinking about a faith-based practice, slow down, and think about what kind of practice you want to have and what type of clients you are looking to attract. The most exciting part should be creating your branding and clients, slow down, and consider what you are building. Being transparent… Some of the resources below use affiliate links which simply means we receive a commission if you purchase using the links, at no extra cost to you. Thanks for using the links!   Whitney's Resources Waters Edge Counseling  Whitney Owens | Starting Fresh & Growing Fast in Private Practice | TPOT Podcast 036 Email: Whitney@watersedgecounseling.com Call: 912-319-5553 Other Resources Practice Solutions Faith as a Niche in Private Practice 2019 East & West TNAMFT Conferences >>Get the FREE Financial Analysis Guide

In this episode, Gordon talks with Whitney Owens, LPC about marketing a private practice after starting from scratch. Whitney is the owner of Waters Edge Counseling in Savannah, GA.  Whitney has started a private practice twice. Because of moves, she has made with her family, Whitney has had practices in both Georgia and in Colorado. Whitney and Gordon discuss the ways that she found to network and make contacts with people to grow her practice quickly after starting it. Meet Whitney Owens, LPC Whitney is originally from Valdosta, Georgia and has a master's degree in Professional Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in Atlanta. GA.  Following graduate school, Whitney and her husband immediately moved to Denver, CO where she built a private practice while also doing inpatient work at a local hospital. In 2014 they moved to Savannah, Georgia and  Whitney started Water's Edge Counseling. Whitney is married with two beautiful girls ages five and one. In addition to counseling, Whitney also offers a number of other services including training and keynote speaking. She has been invited to local organizations such as churches and schools to educate on leadership, adolescent issues, parenting, family concerns, and mental health. Whitney has also facilitated retreats focused on helping women heal and find themselves. Starting From Scratch In Private Practice One of the unique things about Whitney is that when she started her current practice, she was able to build it and fill it with clients fairly quickly. What Whitney has done has been to concentrate on some proven ways to build a practice from scratch. Whitney has had the unique opportunity to start private practices in two different cities during her career thus far.  And what she did was typical for a lot of people, she started at private practice while working somewhere else. Whitney was working in an inpatient setting and then would see private practice clients in the evenings and on weekends. Both experiences gave her the opportunity to learn not only clinical skills but also some business building and private practice skills.  When Whitney and her husband got the opportunity to move back to Georgia from Colorado, Whitney made the decision to pursue private practice as a full-time endeavor. Marketing and Building Relationships One thing that Whitney knew she needed to do in order to build her practice was start networking.  What she knows about the town and culture she now lives in (Savannah, GA), is that building those relationships in the community were important.   What has worked best for Whitney is spending time out in the community going to doctors offices and even doing some presentations with them on mental health issues. So many times doctors offices, hospitals, and other providers are grateful to have the contact and know who to refer to. By having that personal connection just increases the likelihood of them feeling confident to make those referrals. Understanding the Community's Needs The other place in which Whitney has had a lot of success is in having an understanding of the community's needs.  By spending time with doctors and other professionals, she would simply ask what were their concerns for patients and how as a therapist, she could help them with those problems.  It comes from a place of concern rather than going out there to “convince” someone to make referrals. For example, Whitney was able to connect with a local design school that sends her referrals from their student counseling services. And in addition to the referrals, she is getting, she was able to connect with some students to help with the revamp of her website.  So it was a “win, win” situation for both she and the design school students. Drawing on Supports The other thing that Whitney has been able to do is to draw on the support of a mastermind group. Both Gordon and Whitney have been involved in mutual mastermind groups and have learned so much. Whitney said that she has been able to double her income since being involved in a mastermind group. Mastermind groups allow clinicians to be with peers who are struggling with many of the same issues in their practices.  A person can learn so much from the group in that many of the people in the group, along with the facilitator, have done or are working on many of the same things. For example, things as simple as what phone system to use or larger issues like whether or not to form a group practice.   The other thing that mastermind group does is create a sense of accountability for you in your practice.  Private practice can be lonely and by having other like-minded people to bounce things off of, helps us stay focused.  Also if you say you are going to do something, the group, in a way, holds you do that and holds you accountable. Creating A Niche One of the other things that Whitney and Gordon discussed is how they have both integrated faith and spirituality as somewhat of a niche in their practices.  Both Whitney and Gordon have theological/faith-informed training. They talk about how this has helped them in their practices in terms of being identified as “Christian Counselors” and being able to incorporate addressing spirituality as part of what they can offer clients. Of course, both Whitney and Gordon very much recognize that this needs to all be done in the context of doing sound clinical work first and keeping those ethical boundaries by being respectful of differing beliefs or spiritual practices. Having a “faith focus” or identifying one's spiritual orientation can be attractive for some potential clients. Finally, the key to success in private practice comes with hard work and persistence.  Being able to face that challenges of private practice head-on and continue no matter what is what is needed to create a successful private practice. Resources Mentioned: Whitney's website: https://watersedgecounseling.com/ Join a Mastermind Group   Meet Gordon Brewer, MEd, LMFT Gordon is the person behind The Practice of Therapy Podcast & Blog.He is also President and Founder of Kingsport Counseling Associates, PLLC. 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