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The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWhat Can Therapists Do When They Get a Life-Threatening Diagnosis? An interview with Patricia Ravitz, LMFTWhat Can Therapists Do When They Get a Life-Threatening Diagnosis? An interview with Patricia Ravitz, LMFTCurt and Katie interview Patricia Ravitz, LMFT, on how she navigated her pancreatic cancer diagnosis as a therapist. We talk about what happens when a therapist must take time away from their practice without notice, what therapists can do to navigate seeing clients while in treatment, and how you and your clinical work can change when you’re facing mortality. We also talk about support and resources. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In...2024-01-1543 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyPrivate Practice Planning for the Future of Mental Healthcare: An Interview with Maureen WerrbachPrivate Practice Planning for the Future of Mental Healthcare: An Interview with Maureen Werrbach Curt and Katie interview Maureen Werrbach of the Group Practice Exchange on upcoming trends for mental healthcare. We talk about what is predicted, how to prepare your private practice for success in 2023, and how to plan for unexpected changes to our profession. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! An Interview with Maureen Werrbach, LCPC, The Group Practice Exchange Maureen Werrbach established The Group Practice Exchange after starting her private practice, Urban Wellness, and...2023-01-1636 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyPenny Wise and Pound Foolish: Thoughts on investing and getting paid as a therapistPenny Wise and Pound Foolish: Thoughts on investing and getting paid as a therapist Curt and Katie chat about money: considerations for investing and getting paid as a therapist. We look at typical unpaid opportunities and how to decide whether to do them. We also talk about client care practices that may take time, but could keep clients. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In this podcast episode we talk about money mistakes that many therapists makeWe talk a lot about making sure that therapists get pa...2023-01-0943 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyPenny Wise and Pound Foolish: Thoughts on investing and getting paid as a therapistPenny Wise and Pound Foolish: Thoughts on investing and getting paid as a therapist Curt and Katie chat about money: considerations for investing and getting paid as a therapist. We look at typical unpaid opportunities and how to decide whether to do them. We also talk about client care practices that may take time, but could keep clients. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode we talk about money mistakes that many therapists make We talk a lot about making sure that therapists get pa...2023-01-0939 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoySmarter than SMART: How therapists can improve goal-setting with clientsSmarter than SMART: How therapists can improve goal-setting with clients Curt and Katie chat about setting goals. We look at why goals are important to therapists, SMART goals (what they are, what works and what doesn’t), and how to move beyond SMART goals to more robust goal setting and behavior design. This is a continuing education podcourse. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode we talk about how to strengthen your goal-setting skills Many therapists learn SMART Goals and objectives as th...2022-12-191h 19
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyNavigating the Social Media Self-Diagnosis TrendNavigating the Social Media Self-Diagnosis TrendCurt and Katie chat about the TikTok Mental Health and the self-diagnosis trend. We dig into what diagnosis is (and what is actually useful about diagnosis). We also explore the concerns with social media self-diagnosis as well as how we can support our clients with getting accurate assessment and treatment. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In this podcast episode we talk about self-diagnosis and the impact of social mediaWe have both heard about TikTok diagnoses in our practices and wa...2022-12-1233 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyNavigating the Social Media Self-Diagnosis TrendNavigating the Social Media Self-Diagnosis Trend Curt and Katie chat about the TikTok Mental Health and the self-diagnosis trend. We dig into what diagnosis is (and what is actually useful about diagnosis). We also explore the concerns with social media self-diagnosis as well as how we can support our clients with getting accurate assessment and treatment. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode we talk about self-diagnosis and the impact of social media We have both heard about TikTok diagnoses in our practices and w...2022-12-1232 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyIt’s the Lack of Thought That Counts: Ethical Decision Making in Dual RelationshipsIt’s the Lack of Thought That Counts: Ethical Decision Making in Dual Relationships Curt and Katie chat about dual relationships. We talk about the types of dual relationships, how often therapists get in trouble for these types of relationships, how to manage dual relationships, and the ethical decision making process to go through to decide whether to engage in a dual relationship. This is a law and ethics continuing education podcourse. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode we talk about ethical decision making to na...2022-11-281h 22
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWhy Aren’t Men Becoming Therapists Anymore?Why Aren’t Men Becoming Therapists Anymore?Curt and Katie chat about the lack of male therapists and the decreasing number of male students in the profession. We look at current statistics and reported experiences of men in the field. We also dig into what needs to change to balance gender representation and increase the number of men becoming therapists. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In this podcast episode we talk about male therapistsContinuing forward within men’s health month, we are looking at the state o...2022-11-1438 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWhy Men Don’t Stay in TherapyWhy Men Don’t Stay in TherapyCurt and Katie chat about men’s mental health. We look at why men typically go to therapy, their experiences while in therapy, what therapists get wrong when working with men, and how therapists better support the needs of men seeking mental health treatment. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In this podcast episode we talk about men seeking therapyFor Men’s Health Awareness month, we want to explore men seeking mental health services.Why do men typically...2022-11-0738 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyHow Therapists Can Really Help Kids Who Are Being BulliedHow Therapists Can Really Help Kids Who Are Being BulliedCurt and Katie chat about how therapists can support the targets of bullying. We explore what bullying actually is as well as what can be problematic in how it is typically addressed. We also discuss individual therapy strategies for kids who have been bullied. Curt and Katie also debate about whether the targets of bullying should change what makes them different to avoid getting bullied. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In this podcast episode we talk about how the...2022-10-2445 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyMedical Assistance in Death (MAiD) in Canada: Mental Illness and Assisted SuicideMedical Assistance in Death (MAiD) in Canada: Mental Illness and Assisted SuicideCurt and Katie chat about assisted suicide related to an upcoming expansion of the MAiD laws in Canada to include mental illness. We discuss what these laws seems to say as well as how they might impact patients, medical providers, and therapists. We explore the moral and ethical questions as well as what other countries have done to put in further safeguards to protect patients and doctors. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com!In this podcast episode we...2022-10-1036 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWhat Therapists Should Actually Do for Suicidal Clients: Assessment, safety planning, and least intrusive interventionWhat Therapists Should Actually Do for Suicidal Clients: Assessment, safety planning, and least intrusive interventionCurt and Katie chat about suicide assessment, safety planning, and how to keep clients out of the hospital. We reviewed the Integrated Motivational Volitional Model for Suicide, we talked about what therapists should be assessing for in every session, what strong assessment looks like (and suggested suicide assessment protocols), and why the least restrictive environment is so important when you are designing interventions and safety planning. This is a continuing education podcourse.Transcripts for this episode will be available at...2022-10-031h 15
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyI Just Graduated, Now What? – Career Advice for New Mental Health CliniciansI Just Graduated, Now What? – Career Advice for New Mental Health CliniciansCurt and Katie discuss how clinicians can decide what types of jobs to pursue when they first graduate from their clinical program. We look at whether you should go into a community mental health organization or a private practice. We also dig into what you might want to consider when making these choices and looking for these jobs. Curt and Katie share their own perspective and experiences to help you consider many different options at this stage in your career.Transcripts for this ep...2022-07-1830 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyPeer Support Specialists: An interview with Kemisha Fields, MSW, Amparo Ostojic, MPA, and Jeff Kashou, LMFTPeer Support SpecialistsIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Kemisha Fields, MSW, Amparo Ostojic, MPA, and Jeff Kashou, LMFTKemisha Fields, MSW: Kemisha Fields was born and raised in South Los Angeles, CA. As a former foster youth, she has taken a professional interest in the commitment to serving the needs of children an...2021-11-2255 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTherapists Shaming Therapists: An interview with Katie ReadTherapists Shaming TherapistsAn interview with Katie Read about therapists shaming each other when they raise their fees or start playing bigger. Curt and Katie talk with Katie about the puritanical culture within the therapist community that leads to group think, public shaming, and milquetoast messaging to mitigate their fear that anything different will be attacked. We look at reasons behind this (jealousy, guilt, shame, and moralism) as well as what therapists can do to step outside of this culture to create more success. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be...2021-11-0142 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWaiving Goodbye to Telehealth Progress: An interview with Dr. Ben Caldwell, LMFTWaiving Goodbye to Telehealth ProgressAn interview with Dr. Ben Caldwell, LMFT about the impacts of rolling back the covid telehealth waivers. Curt and Katie talk with Ben about how the expiration of emergency orders will impact the profession. As a case study, we talk through how the California professional boards and associations are navigating these challenges, including looking at disciplinary action that has caused alarm (although we don’t think it should). We also talk about calls to action to get involved now, so you can shape future policy on telehealth, tele-supervision, and remote work....2021-10-1839 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyUnderstanding the Psychological Impacts of Leaving Afghanistan, Part 2: Afghan Americans - An interview with Sara Stanizai, LMFTUnderstanding the Psychological Impacts of Leaving Afghanistan, Part 2: Afghan AmericansAn interview with Sara Stanizai, LMFT, on how Afghan Americans are responding as the US leaves Afghanistan. Curt and Katie talk with Sara about her experience as an Afghan American therapist, looking at the misconceptions, lack of knowledge, and bias that can harm Afghan American clients. We look at clinical best practices for immigrants to the US, as well as some of the history and cultural norms of the country, the uniqueness of the experience, and the importance of finding primary sources to understand what is really...2021-08-2439 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoySpecial Message on Therapy Reimagined 2021: The Modern Therapist ConferenceSpecial Message on Therapy Reimagined 2021 Curt and Katie chat about our upcoming conference! We are having a virtual and in-person Therapy Reimagined 2021 conference on September 23-25, 2021! This is our first hybrid conference, so we wanted to give you a quick preview of what is in store. In this quick recording we talk about: The exciting options for joining us for Therapy Reimagined 2021 The virtual conference and our fancy conference app The Live Experience and all the fun we’re going to have (and our covid protocols) How to purchase your tickets TR2021 is more than...2021-08-1907 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyAn Incomplete List of Everything Wrong with Therapist Education: An Interview Diane GehartAn Incomplete List of Everything Wrong with Therapist EducationAn interview with Diane Gehart, LMFT, on what works in therapy and where the field is headed. Curt and Katie talk with Diane about the overwhelming amount of information new therapists must learn in school and how this impacts their confidence. We also explore how the field is moving towards synthesizing theories and how this will impact future clinicians.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Wi...2021-07-1939 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBilingual Supervision: An interview with Adriana Rodriguez, LMFTBilingual SupervisionAn interview with Adriana Rodriguez, LMFT, about how to support bilingual, bicultural therapists. Curt and Katie talk with Adriana about her experiences as a clinician as well as her perception of the systemic concerns that bilingual/bicultural therapists face. We also dig into common work challenges for these clinicians, the ethical and competency concerns monolingual supervisors face, and specific action steps for individuals and organizations to increase the quality of supervision and training for these clinicians. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a...2021-04-1242 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyInfertility and Pregnancy Loss: An interview with Tracy Gilmour-Nimoy, LMFTInfertility and Pregnancy LossAn interview with Tracy Gilmour-Nimoy, LMFT, on understanding infertility as well as pregnancy and infant loss. Curt and Katie interview Tracy, a certified perinatal mental health professional, on what the medical and mental health professions often miss related to reproductive health and pregnancy. We dig into the basics and common mistakes as well as the harm caused when therapists are uninformed. We explore trauma, grief, and the invisibility of these common struggles faced by some who want to have children. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be...2021-03-1545 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyUnderstanding Polyamory: An interview with Dana McNeil, LMFTUnderstanding PolyamoryAn interview with Dana McNeil, LMFT, about polyamory and ethical non-monogamy. Curt and Katie talk with Dana about the basics that every therapist should understand about polyamory. We cover some of the vocabulary, the values and perspectives within the polyamory community, as well as the biases many therapists hold and what therapists often get wrong when working with polyamorous clients. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how...2021-02-0836 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyOvercoming Your Poverty Mindset: An interview with Tiffany McLainOvercoming Your Poverty MindsetAn interview with Tiffany McLain about how therapists deserve to make a good living and often do not. Curt and Katie interview Tiffany regarding her perspectives related to how sliding scale fees can perpetuate racist and classist systems, the problem with therapists sacrificing themselves and acting as saviors, and the impact you can make if you amass wealth and seek luxury. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Ver...2021-02-0146 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyNavigating Pregnancy as a Therapist: An interview with Emily Sanders, LMFTNavigating Pregnancy as a TherapistAn interview with Emily Sanders, LMFT about how to navigate being a therapist while pregnant. Curt and Katie talk with Emily about when and how to disclose to clients, what it means to integrate the pregnancy into the clinical work, the transference and the richness that is available in the clinical work. We also look at practical, business, and clinical logistics for pregnant therapists (with a couple of thoughts for therapists with pregnant partners). It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a w...2021-01-2537 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyNoteworthy Documentation: An interview with Dr. Ben CaldwellNoteworthy DocumentationAn interview with Dr. Ben Caldwell, LMFT about some basic documentation information as well as updates relevant to the 21st Century Cures Act. Curt and Katie talk with Ben about what to consider when writing your notes including what to include and what should not be included. We look at who can see your progress notes as well as other considerations related to records requests and confidentiality. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Wid...2020-11-3043 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyCareer Trekking with MTSG: An interview with Marissa Esquibel, LMFTCareer Trekking with MTSGAn interview with Marissa Esquibel, LMFT on her journey from community mental health to private practice. Curt and Katie talk with Marissa about how she used the Modern Therapist’s Survival Guide podcast to shift her mindset and change her career trajectory. Marissa highlights the benefits of belief, guidance, and community. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the...2020-11-1637 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyAll Things Group Therapy: An interview with Katie K. MayAll Things Group TherapyAn interview with Katie K. May, of Become a Group Guru, about creating effective therapy groups. Curt and Katie talk with Katie May about the clinical elements of group creation as well as the business elements that support effective groups. We look at screening, developing the group container, and curriculum considerations. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in th...2020-11-0239 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTherapy for Intercountry Transracial Adoptees: An interview with Moses FarrowTherapy for Intercountry Transracial AdopteesAn interview with Moses Farrow, LMFT on adoption, mental health and the experiences as an adoptee doing adoption therapy. Curt and Katie explore with Moses key aspects of being an intercountry transracial adoptee, implications for therapy, the importance of race and culture and addressing racism. We also discuss the importance of being an adoptee as an adoption therapist and the biggest issues facing adoptees including suicide and what is being done to help.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as...2020-10-0542 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyNiche Burnout: An Interview with Laura LongNiche BurnoutAn interview with Laura Long of YourBadAssTherapyPractice.com about creating a niche and identifying your ideal client. Curt and Katie talk with Laura about common myths as well as what happens when you burnout on your niche and how your niche can evolve. Laura also offers practical insight into what you can do to market your new niche.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to ap...2020-09-2845 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTherapy with an Accent: An interview with Nam RindaniTherapy with an AccentAn interview with Namrata Rindani, LMFT on her experiences as an immigrant from India getting re-trained as a therapist in the United States. Curt and Katie talk with Nam about the systemic problems in the American graduate education system, her insight into how education can improve, and how she navigates having an accent with other professionals and potential clients.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk ab...2020-09-0742 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyRage and Client Self-Harm: An interview with Angela Caldwell, LMFTRage and Client Self-HarmAn interview with Angela Caldwell, LMFT on cutting and non-suicidal self-injury. Curt and Katie talk with Angela about the causes of self-harm, the mistakes therapists make in addressing self-harm as well as how to identify reasons behind this harmful coping mechanism and how to identify when suicidality is a risk. We also look at how rage within nice families can lead to self-injury.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm an...2020-08-3139 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGreater Impact as a Therapist: An interview with Kiaundra Jackson, LMFTGreater Impact as a TherapistAn interview with Kiaundra Jackson, LMFT about how to grow a big impact through personal branding, speaking, and breaking into larger media channels. Curt and Katie talk with Kiaundra about the importance of authenticity, owning your credibility, and diversifying your income through alternate methods to get your message out there.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in...2020-07-2738 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTreating First Responders: An Interview with Yael Shuman, LMFTEpisode 149: Treating First RespondersAn interview with Yael Shuman, LMFT, on the unique challenges that First Responders face and treatment considerations. Curt and Katie talk with Yael about what therapists get wrong working with first responders, especially when therapists are unable to keep their stuff together when these clients disclose their traumatic experiences. We look at resources, resilience, and preparing for trauma (rather than waiting for it to occur). It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widh...2020-04-0638 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBranding for Your Ideal ClientAn interview with Kate Campbell, PhD, LMFT, and Katie Lemieux, LMFT from The Private Practice Startup. Curt and Katie talk with Kate and Katie about the differences between marketing and branding, what therapists should consider when developing their personal brand, and common mistakes therapists make. Interview with Kate and Katie from the Private Practice StartupThe Private Practice Startup is co-owned by Kate Campbell, PhD, LMFT and Katie Lemieux, LMFT. They’re two therapists with entrepreneurial spirits who are crazy about business, branding and marketing. They live, work and play in South Florida. They...2019-12-0238 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoySex and ShameAn interview with Eliza Boquin, LMFT on what therapists miss when they don’t talk about sex with their clients. Curt and Katie talk with Eliza about how judgment, shame, and discomfort can come into the therapy room and create barriers for patients talking about their sexual health.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a...2019-10-0737 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWhen Clients DieAn interview with Debi Frankle, LMFT on how therapists can navigate when clients die. We look at what to do when clients die by suicide, die based on high risk lifestyles, or long-term illnesses. We also talk about the complicated emotions that therapists face in this isolated grief.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as...2019-09-2340 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTrauma Informed Work PlaceAn interview with Kristin Martinez, LMFT, about how trauma informed practices apply to the workplace. Curt and Katie talk with Kristin about her person-centered management, the benefits of treating employees well, and the risks of managing individuals as though they were cogs in a machine.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole pe...2019-09-0939 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBlack Mental HealthAn interview with Patrice Douglas, LMFT, talking about mental health stigma in the Black Community. Curt and Katie talk with Patrice about how she is working to decrease stigma and increase access to competent treatment for African Americans. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hos...2019-07-2238 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyNot Your Typical Psychotherapist: An interview with Ernesto SegismundoAn interview with Ernesto Segismundo, Jr., M.S. LMFT about what it means to be “not your typical psychotherapist.” Curt and Katie talk with Ernesto about the overlap with the #moderntherapist and how to navigate the unique challenges of being different as a therapist.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a...2019-07-0838 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyField-Based Private PracticeAn interview Megan Costello, LMFT on taking the best of Community Mental Health into your private practice. Curt and Katie interview Megan about her very successful private practice that is 100% home and field-based. They talk about how to a field-based practice works, including practical considerations.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole pe...2019-05-2738 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyOne HundredCurt and Katie reflect on 100 podcast episodes, what the experience has been like, and where we want to take the podcast next. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
How much we appreciate listener connection and feedback
Self-reflection on the previous 99 episodes
A new hashtag: #teamcurtie
Our switch from 2 episodes per week...2019-04-2234 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyLet's Talk About Race Again: An Interview with Yin Li, LMFTAn interview Yin Li, LMFT about Asian American and Pacific Islanders in therapy and as therapists. Curt and Katie talk with Yin about how often AAPI individuals are not included in the conversation about racism, culture, and mental health.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Cu...2019-04-1538 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyClinical MarketingAn interview with Katie Read, LMFT about what it means to be a Therapreneur and the frequent mistakes that therapists make when writing their websites. Curt and Katie interviewed Katie about the unique challenges for therapist marketing and how to use Motivational Interviewing to improve your website.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a...2019-04-0839 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThe Mental Load of TherapistsAn interview with Shira Myrow, LMFT about how therapists carry a mental load for their clients, in addition to the load they carry as entrepreneurs and people. Curt and Katie talk with Shira about how to identify (and intervene) when therapists uncover this dangerous burden.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole pe...2019-03-2540 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyLet's Talk About RaceAn interview with Stevon Lewis, LMFT on Race, Ethnicity, Culture, Privilege and Bias. Curt and Katie talk with Stevon about how white therapists and therapists of color can (and should) open up conversations on these important topics, looking at why it is so hard and why it is critical we do so anyway.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices....2019-01-1439 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoySo You Want to Plan a Conference: Curt and Katie talk about the ups and downs of planning Therapy Reimagined 2018Curt and Katie talk about the ups and downs of planning Therapy Reimagined 2018. We share tips and tricks for planning an event as well as things we’re going to do differently next year.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Reflecting on Therapy Reimagined 2018
The importance of planning ahead
Creating time...2018-10-1538 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBusting Insurance Myths: An interview with Barbara Griswold, LMFTAn interview with Barbara Griswold, LMFT – Curt and Katie talk with Barbara about what it is really like to have an insurance-based private practice. We look at the common myths and strategies to navigate taking insurance. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie V...2018-10-0838 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyAddressing the Burnout Machine: Curt and Katie talk about taking personal responsibilityCurt and Katie talk about taking personal responsibility to decrease the impacts of the “Burnout Machine” that is the mental health profession. We look at what should go into an ideal work place and actions each of us can take to improve our own situation as well as the system as a whole. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In...2018-10-0137 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThe Burnout System: Curt and Katie talk about how to mental health system is set up to lead to burnoutCurt and Katie talk about how the mental health system is set up to lead to burnout. We look at how therapists typically develop over their careers and how educational, licensing, regulation, and business factors can get in the way of this development.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
The sh...2018-09-2435 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBeing Truly Mindful: An Interview with Ashley Graber, LMFTAn interview with Ashley Graber, LMFT – Curt and Katie talk with Ashley about mindfulness and meditation – how to incorporate into daily life, considerations for teaching your clients, and the things that therapists can get wrong when using mindfulness interventions!It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt W...2018-09-0435 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyA Bit of AdviceCurt and Katie talk about advice-giving in session, looking at the complexities, pros and cons, and how and when to give advice to clients. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Why, when to give advice in session
How to process the other pieces before giving advice
Therapeutic techniques that help in p...2018-08-2733 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyLet’s Get Political: An interview with Heather Walker Janz, LMFTAn interview with Heather Walker Janz, LMFT – Curt and Katie talk with Heather about being a therapist and being an activist as well as the challenges of being in the public eye during a national campaign. Heather’s call to action: step up and use your voice!It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whol...2018-08-2033 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyOwn Your Awesome Business: An interview with Kelly Higdon, LMFT of ZynnyMeAn interview with Kelly Higdon, LMFT of ZynnyMe – Curt and Katie talk with Kelly Higdon about taking ownership as a business owner, creating space and time for play and creativity, defining your own pace, and your own voice – all with the goal of becoming stronger clinicians and increasing mental health access.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To sup...2018-08-0635 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTherapy Reimagined: Curt and Katie talk about the #therapymovementCurt and Katie talk about reimagining therapy, starting a #therapymovement, and pulling together a community to put on a conferenceIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Curt’s love of Legos and the ensuing overuse of this metaphor to describe using building blocks to be creative
This conference we’re puttin...2018-07-3030 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyMaking Bank as a Therapist: An interview with Tiffany McLain, LMFTCurt and Katie talk with Tiffany McLain about the difficulty therapists have in charging enough to make a living, how ignoring money means you’re missing stuff in the clinical work, and ideas on how to shift your mindset to make bank.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a ther...2018-07-2334 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThat's Unethical!: Curt and Katie talk about laws, ethics, morals, values, and clinical judgement (and navigating real-life messy decisions)Curt and Katie talk about people who yell “That’s Unethical” whenever they disagree with what someone else is doing. It could be ethics, but it might actually be legal, clinically relevance, values, morals, what “should” be done or what has always been done – and how to navigate messy decisions.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode w...2018-07-1633 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGetting Accurate ReferralsAn interview with Alison Fussell, LMFT, Co-Founder of Advekit, about making her dream of stronger, more accurate referrals a reality through the responsive algorithm on her online platform. Looking at the platform, the vision, and the ups and downs of being a startup.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a...2018-07-0235 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyHostage Marketing: Curt and Katie talk about ineffective and shady marketing practicesCurt and Katie talk about ineffective and shady marketing practices that are completely ineffective and bad for your brand.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Laws and best practices related to email marketing
The benefit of opt-in and permission marketing
List building while providing positive content to the people who ha...2018-06-2533 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyWhat Clients Want: Curt and Katie talk about the therapeutic allianceCurt and Katie talk about the therapeutic alliance - challenges of defining it, what clients think about it, and how to incorporate best practices.It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
The definition of therapeutic alliance and the difficult we have in practically defining it
What actually matters to clients, that ma...2018-06-1131 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyDating as a Therapist: An interview with Millen Umoh, LMFT about navigating the single life as a therapistIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Millen Umoh, LMFTMillen Umoh is a New York State licensed psychotherapist currently practicing in Brooklyn, NY. She is...2018-06-0433 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyDual Relationships – Pros and Cons: Curt and Katie talk about how to avoid unhealthy and create healthy dual relationships as a therapistIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
How social media has made the world smaller
Personal branding, marketing, and the move away from the blank slate leading to dual relationships
Digital natives having extensive social media and digital presence before determining they want to be a therapist
Whether to express your opinions on no...2018-05-2934 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyToxic Work Environments: Curt and Katie talk about how therapists can create, change, and cope with unhealthy workplacesIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
How therapists can create toxic work environments for themselves and their teams
How therapists can make poor managers (and some suggestions on how to improve)
How to change your environment and when to leave it
How to assess if it is you, your work culture, or bo...2018-05-1430 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyReferrals Done Right: Curt and Katie talk about the complications when referring out to other therapistsIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Calling people back
How much time to spend on making referrals
Horrible business and legal considerations like kickbacks, cartels, and antitrust issues
What we’re legally and ethically responsible for related to making referrals
Call logs and why they are useful
Keeping the best interest of the...2018-04-3032 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThe Brand Called You: Curt and Katie talk about personal branding for therapistsWE HEARD YOU AND WE’RE MOVING TO ONE EPISODE A WEEK!ALSO… LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE NOW TO HEAR OUR SPECIAL COMMUNITY MEMBER CODE TO GET EXTENDED EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH FRIDAY 4/27/18 ON OUR LAW AND ETHICS WORKSHOP MAY 18TH, 2018!!It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
The defini...2018-04-2334 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBuilding Hope for the Next Generation of Therapists: An interview with Robin Andersen, LMFT, the Founder of PrelicensedIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Robin Andersen, LMFT, the Founder of PrelicensedRobin Andersen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 100070), th...2018-04-1934 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTherapists In Therapy: Curt and Katie talk about the complexity of seeking out your own counseling as a therapistIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
How to find a therapist (and all of the challenges in finding the right therapist)
The potential for a dual relationship and making sure that you can navigate it
The stigma related to shopping for a new therapist
Finding someone who is further along in the ca...2018-04-1635 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyOur Take on Texts: Curt and Katie talk about how texting clients can go wrongIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
A disciplinary action related to a therapist accidentally texting her client with something the client found offensive
An argument made related to whether or not therapists should ever text with their clients
Informed consent related to texting (including when your signed consent doesn’t protect you)
Why...2018-04-1036 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBuilding the “Psyko Therapist” Brand: An Interview with Jax AndersonIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Embracing your own personal brand works when you own what you doUsing video can be an effective way of promoting mental wellnessVideo has built therapeutic relationship prior to patients coming in for the first sessionPulling in a lot of different identities works best when br...2018-04-0536 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyInterview Strategies for TherapistsEpisode 44: Interview Strategies for Therapists:Curt and Katie talk about Interviewing for Mental Health JobsIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age. In this episode, we discuss:-Filling out applications correctly-Phone screening process-Different types of interview structures-How to handle questions about theory or your practice style...2018-04-0338 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBe the CEO of your SEO An Interview with Perry Rosenbloom of Brighter Vision about Search Engine OptimizationIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.SEO is making sure that search engines understand what your business is aboutSign up for Google My BusinessMake sure that your website has appropriate title tags and descriptionsSEO research doesn’t necessarily apply to small businessesUse synonyms for aspects of your busi...2018-03-2938 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGetting a J-O-B Curt and Katie talk about how to approach the therapist job marketIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age. In this episode, we discuss:Summer is a good time for job training due to a lesser client loadAgencies provide exposure to more clientsCheck for jobs online and through in-person networkingEarly private practice presence allows for someone else to cover early overhead expenses...2018-03-2734 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyLet’s Talk About Sex: An interview with Liz Dube, MA, MS, Certified Sex Therapist on common mistakes therapists related to assessment and treatment of client sexual functioningIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Liz Dube, MA, MS, Certified Sex TherapistLiz Dube – Is a Sex and Relationship Therapist, Speaker, and Blog...2018-03-2234 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGetting the Supervision You Want: Curt and Katie talk about how to get the best supervisor you can and make the most out of supervisionIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Our fan mail!
Conversations happening in the Modern Therapist’s Survival Guide Facebook Group
How to find the best supervisor you can
Questions to ask in an interview, to determine their supervision style, the personality fit, and their capabilities
Common mistakes supervisors can make in both grou...2018-03-2037 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBe a Better Therapist: Curt and Katie talk about Deliberate Practice: Part 2It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Active vs Passive LearningContinuing Education structureRole plays as a learning toolWorking with clients outside of your comfort zonePositive client outcomesHow practicing specific steps is necessary to improveGoing beyond the minimum continuing education requirements is necessary to...2018-03-1533 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyTherapist Safety: Curt’s and Katie’s call to action after the Yountville Veteran’s Home ShootingIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Information about a recent shooting incident at the Yountville Veteran’s Home
Risks that therapists can face
Making sure that you take care of your own safety first and foremost!
Screening for risk factors from the initial call throughout treatment
Best practices for safety in private prac...2018-03-1238 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyCreating Relevant Ads: An interview with Duane Osterlind, LMFT, CSAT, about Google Adwords for therapistsIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Duane Osterlind, LMFT, CSATDuane Osterlind is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Th...2018-03-0829 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyFinding Your Blind Spots: Curt and Katie talk about Deliberate Practice, Part 1It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Finding someone better than you challenge you to improve
False Data that often supports our sense of how we good we are
How to know how well you’re doing with clients
Outcome measures, symptom relief, and clients feeling better
Why cases get stuck and why we s...2018-03-0634 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyMake Your Paperwork Meaningful: An interview with Dr. Maelisa Hall about what you absolutely have to do and what you probably don’t need to worry aboutIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Maelisa Hall, Psy.D.Maelisa Hall, Psy.D. specializes in teaching therapists how to connect with their pa...2018-03-0133 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyBad Marketing Decisions: Curt and Katie talk about mistakes and missed opportunities for therapists creating a personal brandIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Similar, non-descript, cliché therapist marketing
Duplicating what other therapists do
Inauthentic personal branding
Ineffective marketing copy
Not having a call to action
Unclear or incomplete contact information
Not having a website or online presence at all
Headshots
Video missteps
Mistakes when creating printed marketing materials
How to...2018-02-2731 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyInvesting in Yourself as an Entrepreneur: An interview with Howard Spector CEO of SimplePractice about trusting your gut decisions, streamlining your business, and moving past fearIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Howard SpectorHoward Spector is the CEO and Co-Founder of SimplePractice. With over 20 years of experience in th...2018-02-2235 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyFinding Your Perfect Private Practice Office: Curt and Katie talk about location, amenities, subleases, and other considerationsIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Choosing your location
Parking – free and plentiful, street parking, paid parking with and without validation
Personal requirements of the therapist
Client and marketing considerations
Building your referral network
Finding property management that understands the needs of therapists
Communicating effectively with officemates, neighbors, property managers
Awareness of the...2018-02-2035 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyAre You Sure You are a Specialist? Curt and Katie clarify labels related to competence, specialization, and expertiseIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
What does it mean to be a “specialist” or an “expert”?
The difference between competence and special skills or expertise
Contrasting between clinical focus (or niche or target market) and specialization
How to become a specialist when you start out as a generalist
The ethical imperative to accurat...2018-02-1326 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGiving and Getting Good Supervision: Curt and Katie talk about all things supervisionIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Why people become supervisors
Models of supervision
The importance of good supervision
What makes supervision ineffective
The problem with the notion of “training the competition” or seeing supervisees money making machines
How to nurture the next generation
Finding the right supervisor/supervisee match
The different aspects of sup...2018-02-0637 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThe Dividing Line Between Coaching and Therapy: Curt and Katie debate differences, regulation, and appropriate business practicesIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Regulation of therapy versus the “wild west” of coaching
The differences between therapy and coachi...2018-01-3037 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyAsking for Money: Curt and Katie talk about setting fees, taking payments, credit card charges, and BitcoinIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Setting Fees
Ethical codes related to setting fees such as community standards
Anti-trust laws, in...2018-01-2337 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyManaging Client Cancellations: Curt and Katie talk about No-Show and Late Cancellation Policies and Collecting FeesIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Typical cancellation policies
Informed consent
What ethical problems to consider when scheduling your clients
Ho...2018-01-1635 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThe New Tax Bill and Planning for Taxes in 2018: An Interview with Michael Jurenka, CPAIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Michael Jurenka, CPAWe so enjoyed talking with Mike Jurenka!Mike has been a Certified Pu...2018-01-1131 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyManaging Your Online Reputation: Curt and Katie talk about navigating through negative Yelp Reviews, Google Searches, and Therapist Facebook GroupsIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
How to proactively create a positive online reputation
Managing Google – considering what people will find...2018-01-0931 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGetting Personal to Advocate for Compassion, Understanding, and Social Justice: An Interview with James Guay, LMFTIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with James Guay, LMFTWe so enjoyed talking with James Guay!James Guay is a Licensed Ma...2018-01-0428 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyIt’s Time to Think About Your Goals: Curt and Katie talk about SMART goals, habits, and life-style changesIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Sorting through New Year’s Resolutions, developing goals, and creating habits
SMART goals
Why it’s...2018-01-0225 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyThe Danger of Poor Self-Care for Therapists: Unique challenges and strategies for therapists to avoid the legal, ethical, and other consequences of burning outIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
The definitions of self-care
Legal and ethical codes require clinician self-care
Why self-care is ha...2017-12-2830 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyA Brief Chat with Dr. Philip Zimbardo: Becoming a Modern-Day Hero, Positive Psychology, and Addressing BurnoutIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Dr. Philip ZimbardoWe were so honored to talk with Dr. Philip Zimbardo at The Evolution of Ps...2017-12-2108 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyA Brief Chat with Dr. Michael Yapko: The Importance of Psychotherapy and the Problem of BioreductionismIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.Interview with Dr. Michael YapkoWe were so honored to talk with Dr. Michael Yapko at The Evolution of Ps...2017-12-2009 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyReflections on The Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference: Modern Therapist Problems and the Question of DiversityIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:We reflect on our experiences during the conference as well as share perspectives fr...2017-12-1932 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyHaving Fun at The Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference: Talking about Modern Therapist Problems in the Exhibitor HallEpisode 12: Having Fun at The Evolution of Psychotherapy ConferenceSurvival Guide Tips, Tools, and Name DroppingIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In th...2017-12-1431 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyGetting Ready for The Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference: Survival Guide Tips, Tools, and Name DroppingIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Navigating the conference
Geeking out over therapy
Connecting with colleagues all over the world
Su...2017-12-1217 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyHow Much is TOO Much? Authenticity informed by appropriate boundaries, humanity, and clinical efficacyIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
When and how to talk about politics and religion
Authenticity versus poor boundaries
Countertransference, he...2017-12-0737 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyVulnerability, Mistakes, and The Impostor Syndrome: How to navigate through being a human being AND a therapist (at the same time)It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
Vulnerability, self-judgment and the Impostor Syndrome
Being a human being in the room, while ho...2017-12-0532 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyCreating an Effective Schedule: Talking about time management, self-care, managing crises, and competenceIt’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. We are human beings who can now present ourselves as whole people, with authenticity, purpose, and connection. Especially now, when therapists must develop a personal brand to market their practices.To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age.In this episode we talk about:
The importance of time management related to trust, competence, and well-being
How to manage yo...2017-11-3028 min