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Dreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep09: Preparing for the Relationship of Your Dreams with Mickayla Waldhauser, LGPCWe often hear people talk about planning their dream wedding or finding the partner of their dreams. In fact, this is a topic of many reality TV series and a common topic in therapy. In this podcast episode, I'll be talking with pre-marital couples counselor, Mickayla Waldhauser about: ways we can prepare ourselves for the relationship of our dreamsthe importance of investing in the relationship, not just the big daythe challenges of real relationships vs. the idealized ideas we have of relationshipsIf you're the person who is engaged or still looking for "the one," this episode is...2024-11-2638 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep08: Genuine Connection: Exploring Authenticity Through a Personal, Professional, and Therapeutic Lens with Courtney Jones, LCSW-CHave you ever felt exhausted at the end of the day, because you felt like you couldn't be your most authentic self in the space you were in? Or perhaps you've left a gathering feeling bored or dissatisfied by shallow conversations and superficial interactions. If you're the person who wants to show up more authentically, or if you're the person who is craving more authenticity from others, this episode is for you! In today's podcast, you'll get to hear social worker and entrepreneur, Courtney Jones, LCSW-C talk about the challenges of finding authentic relationships, especially in entrepreneurial spaces...2024-11-1230 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep07: Make Important Changes in Your Life by Understanding the Stages of Change with Christine HigginsHave you ever felt defeated while trying to achieve your goals? Perhaps you've even determined that making a particular change just isn't in the books for you. Perhaps you've tried to get into an exercise routine, stop biting your nails, or reduce your alcohol intake, and you just haven't had any luck. Today, we've got good news for you! In this week's episode, Christine Higgins will be introducing you to the stages of behavior change. Understanding them can take out some of the shame that people feel when they fail to successfully make a change. It can als...2024-11-0545 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep06: Reclaiming Playfulness: How Play Fuels Well-being and Fulfillment with TJ Matton, LCSW-CWhen was the last time you remember being truly playful? And, when you hear the word, "playful," what comes up for you? In a world where we're taught to "work hard," we can be left with the notion that there's no room for play. Today's guest, TJ Matton, would love to change that! In this episode, TJ Matton explores the concept of play, its significance in adult life, and how it can be integrated into daily routines. You'll hear TJ talk about the cultural disconnect from play, especially in women and children, and the importance of rediscovering play...2024-10-2945 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep05: When You've Got Big Dreams in a Small Town with Laura MicklerHave you ever found yourself in a place where your dreams are too big for others to handle? In this week's podcast episode, you'll meet Laura Mickler, a mindset coach and yoga studio owner, who talks about what it's been like to have big dreams in a small town. You'll also get to hear about unexpected changes in her career journey, taking her from a corporate financial career to opening her own yoga studio. In this episode, you'll get to hear Laura talk about:embracing the mindset of "Why not?" what it means to manifest your drea...2024-10-2246 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep04: Livin’ The Good Life with Joseph Heggins, LPCIn this episode, I speak with Joseph Heggins, LPC, a therapist in Houston, Texas, about what it means to live a good life.We discuss how the concept of a good life changes over time and varies for different individuals, emphasizing the importance of health, family, and the ability to curate one's own life. We also explore the role of mental health in pursuing a good life.Joseph shares his decision to continue working in a nine-to-five job instead of solely focusing on his private practice, highlighting the value of routine, predictability, and the ability t...2024-10-1552 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep03: Uncovering Your Voice & Desires Through Writing with Dr. Adina SilvestriWriting can be a touchy subject for people. If you’ve ever determined that you’re “not a writer,” I’m going to encourage you to hold off on any of that labeling. As Dr. Adina Silvestri will tell you, writing can be a powerful tool to reflect, find your own voice, and uncover your deepest desires and passions. In this episode, you’ll also hear her talk about solo writing vs. the power of sharing your writing in a group format. If you’re up for giving writing a try, this is your episode! F...2024-10-0829 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep02: High Expectations vs. Perfectionism: Recognizing the Ambitious Identity Paradox with Dr. Anne WelshHave you ever found that perfectionism prevents you from getting started, or that you’re constantly striving and chasing after the next thing? Perhaps you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or burned out, not sure which “thing” is the thing you should be pursuing. Or maybe you care too much about what other people think. If any of that sounds familiar, you won’t want to miss this episode where I’ll be talking with Dr. Anne Welsh who is a distinguished psychologist & executive coach with a profound affinity for supporting women in leadership, and aiding working parents across...2024-10-0133 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS02 Ep01: Stop Overcomplicating the Pursuit of Your Dreams (And a Welcome Back!)Have you ever told yourself that achieving your dreams would involve some grand feat? Perhaps you’ve made your dream out to be a gigantic mountain that requires conquering. If so, that doesn’t necessarily make us want to move forward with it, does it? If you’re the person who tends to tell yourself just how hard and complicated achieving your dreams is, then this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll hear: Personal reflections on how Melissa has fallen into this same trapThe importance of catching yourself, so you can move forward...2024-09-2413 min
Group Practice TechCreating Community for Clinicians, With Special Guest Melissa Wesner Welcome solo and group practice owners! We are Liath Dalton and Evan Dumas, your co-hosts of Group Practice Tech. In our latest episode, we’re chatting with Melissa Wesner about how to build community as a group practice. We discuss Melissa’s clinician community membership in Baltimore; a different approach to networking; dealing with isolation and burnout as clinicians; community and wellness needs; how to replicate this community group for clinicians in your area; self care as a business strategy; balancing life and business success; taking self-care off the back burner; and ho...2024-07-1944 min
Age Has No Limit PodcastMelissa Wesner: From Small Town to Successful Founder, Author & HostMelissa Wesner’s a Dreamer and a Doer.
She’s a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes trauma, depression, sexual health and wellness, issues impacting small business owners, therapy for therapists, Brainspotting and more.
She is also the founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services where she and 12 other licensed counselors provide a range of counseling services for adults, children and teens.
Melissa is also a Brainspotting Consultant, the host of the Dreaming and Doing podcast, creator of the Making the Most of Your Therapy Journal, and just this year, in 2024, she hosted The Ultimate Refresh, a six-day retreat for leaders and entr...2024-06-1544 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep30: When You're (Impatiently) Waiting for Your Dreams to Come True!Are you the person who wants to see results as soon as you put forth action? Have you found yourself becoming increasingly frustrated or impatient the closer that you get to achieving your big goals? If that’s you, this is the episode for you! In this episode, you’ll hear: Sage reminders about waiting as a real part of the processThings I’m doing while I (impatiently) wait and continue to show up consistentlySummer updates & resources that you can utilize! This is episode 30! Thank so much for joining us this year as we launch...2024-06-0414 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep29: Achieving Your Goals with Healthy Boundaries with Michaela Langley, LGPCYou might be wondering about the connection between setting boundaries and pursuing your dreams, but setting boundaries (with yourself or others) just might be one of the actions you need to take in order to successfully pursue your goals. In this episode, you’ll learn about: The connection between boundaries and pursuing your dreamsBoundaries you might need to set with yourself or othersA way to re-think boundaries if you’re afraid that setting boundaries means “being mean.”Work with Michaela Langley, LGPC: Start therapy with Michaela (Marylanders only): https://bit.ly/3wVi6wG...2024-05-2926 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep28: Living a Life That’s Aligned with Your Values with Sophie Koch, LGPCValues serve as that crucial bridge between determining what your dreams are and the steps needed to carry them out. Values are at the foundation of what matters to us. They dictate what we like, what we dislike, who we want to be, where we want to go, how we want to get there, and who we want to be while doing it. Our values determine what our dreams are, and in living in accordance with our values, we can pursue our dreams in an aligned way. In this episode, you’ll learn: Ways...2024-05-2129 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep27: How Your Mental Health Impacts Your Ability to Dream and Do (Part 2)It wouldn’t be right for me, as a therapist, to let this month go by without recognizing and discussing that May is Mental Health Awareness Month!In last week’s Part 1, I discussed how our mental health has the ability to impact our ability to “dream.” This week, I’ll be discussing how our mental health can impact our ability to “do!”In this episode, I’ll be discussing:Ways that our mental health impacts our ability to do (function)Under-functioning, and struggling to take actionOver-functioning, and constantly striving to do moreFollow...2024-05-1421 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep26: How Your Mental Health Impacts Your Ability to Dream and Do (Part 1)May is mental health awareness month. As a therapist, it just wouldn’t feel right to let this month go by without talking about how our mental health impacts our ability to dream and do. In this episode in particular, I’ll be talking about how our mental health has the ability to impact our ability to dream. In this episode, you’ll hear: Stats related to mental healthWays that our thoughts and feelings impact our ability to dreamSpecific thought patterns that show up when our mental health isn’t doing as wellWays that we ca...2024-05-0727 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep25: When Opportunity Comes Knocking, How Will You Respond?Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to witness people’s responses to the opportunities that come their way….specifically how they respond to the opportunities they said they wanted. In this episode, I’ll be talking about:Using discernment to determine whether or not an opportunity is a good one for youRecognizing and celebrating the presence of opportunities all around you4 categories of people I’ve seen respond to opportunities (get ready to meet Aspirational Annie, I Didn’t Think I’d Have to Do Anything Debbie, Move Heaven and Earth Maria...2024-04-3018 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep24: Crushing Big Goals with Small, Consistent Steps with Stephanie SkryzowskiWhen you’ve got big dreams, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the actions you need to take to get where you want to be. In this week’s episode, however, you’ll get to hear Stephanie Skryzowski, a visionary Chief Financial Officer, talk about the power of small, consistent actions to achieve your big goals. In this episode, you’ll hear Stephanie talk about: How habits and small steps can help you make significant strides towards your bigger goalsBooks to get you thinking about your own habitsHabits Stephanie is implementing in her own pers...2024-04-2332 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep23: Leveraging Your Strengths to Achieve Individual and Team Goals with Jordan Bramhall, LGPCMany of the people I talk to have difficulty recognizing their strengths, or they assume that others have the same strengths they do. Jordan Bramhall, LifeSpring therapist, however, has specialized training in helping people recognize their strengths and in understanding how they can make those strengths work for them! In this episode, you’ll learn: Two strategies you can use to identify your strengthsHow knowing your strengths can help you achieve your goalsWays that knowing your teams’ strengths can help the team work together more effectively and efficientlyHow Jordan incorporates the concept of strengt...2024-04-1627 min
The Prosperous NonprofitCreating an Organizational Culture of Wellness with Melissa WesnerHow does your nonprofit take care of its employees? Recent research shows that employees who strongly agree their employer cares about their overall well-being (compared with those who don't) are 71% less likely to report high levels of burnout, leading to happier and more productive employees. In this episode, I spoke with special guest, Melissa Wesner, Licensed Counselor, about how nonprofit leaders can create a culture of wellness that benefits both employees and your bottom line. Melissa shared a ton of strategies and resources leadership teams can use to cultivate this wellness culture like how to prevent burnout, t...2024-04-1549 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep22: Thriving Without Hustle: A Mind, Body, Career Approach with Amina AlTaiIf you’re like me, you’ve been told that the path to success involves hard work and long hours. This messaging, however, can lead people down the road of burnout and result in extreme health problems. Executive Coach, Amina AlTai’s knows all about that from first-hand experience, and her experience has completely transformed how she now works.In this episode, you’ll hear about:Amina’s personal journey and how it led to her mind, body, and career approach.The oppressive origins of hustle cultureHow working within your zone of genius can facili...2024-04-0931 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep21: Why Networking is Out & Authentic Relationship Building is In with Jeff BorschowaNetworking is about relationship building, and despite our best efforts, relationship building is not always what happens after attending networking events. In this episode, you’ll get to listen in on my conversation with Jeff Borschowa whose entire business has been built around building authentic professional relationships. He’s also big on Tech and has some big ideas on AI and ways that it can be used….you guessed it….authentically!In this episode, you’ll hear us talk about:Reasons traditional networking doesn’t always work (despite our best efforts)Building authentic professional...2024-04-0448 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep20: When You’re Tired of Being a Public Success & a Private Mess with Dr. Paris LoveOn the outside, it looks like you’ve got it together! The people in your professional world see that you’re poised, controlled, and successful! Behind closed doors, however, things are a little more messy! Sound familiar? If so, know that Dr. Paris Love, today’s guest, is here to the rescue! She is known as the Drill Sergeant of Productivity, and today she’ll be talking with us about the trends she sees with professional women, the 3 kinds of clutter that show up in our lives, and ways that we can clean it up! Follow Dr. P...2024-04-0236 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep19: Having Access to Honest Spaces When People Only See the Tip of the Iceberg with Cody RobinsonWe’ve all heard people talk about social media as a place where people share their “highlight reels,” and the same can be true of business. As an entrepreneur, people get to see your new projects, but they don’t always get to see what’s going on behind the scenes. After a real-world conversation with Cody Robinson, Founder of HOMEFIT, about appreciation for spaces where we can be honest and transparent, I knew I needed to invite him on the podcast to talk about this very topic. In today’s episode you’ll hear us talk abo...2024-03-2642 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep18: Enhance Your Expansiveness, Creativity, and Performance with an Approach You Didn’t Even Know Existed with Thad FryeWhen we’re living fully into our purpose and passions, it can feel absolutely incredible! There are times in life, however, when we feel like something is blocking our ability to perform to our fullest potential. In today’s podcast episode with Brainspotting Coach and Consultant, Thad Frye, you’ll get to hear about an approach that can help people access creativity and expansion OR help them work through the blocks that are hindering them personally or professionally. Thad Frye is known for his performance-based coaching with athletes and performers, so you’re in for a treat! Du...2024-03-1939 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep17: Breaking Out of Lonely Leadership & Into Intentional CommunityDo you relate to the saying, “leadership is lonely?” If so, you’ll be able to appreciate today’s episode where we talk about: Loneliness in entrepreneurshipHealth risks associated with lonelinessThe impact that our social circles have on our success, failure, and health and well-beingWays that you find community or create the community you needIf you like research, I hope you’ll enjoy some of the stats shared in this episode. If you’re looking to experience supportive community right away, be sure to check out the retreat I’m hosting for entrepreneurs and leaders in C...2024-03-1819 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep16: Permission to Pursue Your Own Dreams & Why It’s Not Too LateAre you the person who is regularly encouraging others to take action on their dreams? If so, this episode is for you! In this episode, I am encouraging all of the cheerleaders and dream supporters to check in with themselves to see if they are actively pursuing their own dreams. There are many reasons why we may not have been able to pursue our childhood dreams, and there are many reasons why we may not be giving ourselves permission to pursue our present-day dreams.In today’s episode, however, we’ll be talking about: What...2024-03-1317 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep15: The Power of Others’ Belief Over Our LivesWhen it comes to pursuing our dreams, it can be helpful for us to understand the impact that other people’s beliefs about us can have on our success and outcomes. In the same way, we also need to look at how our beliefs about others and their ability to be successful matters too!In this episode, you’ll learn about: The power of belief based on researchThe importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in youThe impact that your beliefs can have on others.As a result of li...2024-03-1210 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep14: Traveling Light: Leaving Guilt BehindHave you ever stopped yourself from pursuing an exciting opportunity because you thought that doing so would be selfish? Or, have you ever stopped yourself from pursuing your dream because you felt guilty for pursuing something that was for yourself, and doing so would take away time, energy, or resources from the other people in your life? If so, this episode is for you! In this episode, you’ll hear Melissa talk about: Ways that guilt that can show up as we pursue our goalsWays that guilt can impact women in particularWays that we ca...2024-03-0713 minDreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep13: Learn to Signal, So You Can Survive and Thrive!When we think about pursuing our dreams, the conversation can often be very personal and focus on the things that we need to do as individuals to make our dreams a reality. In this episode, however, we’ll be talking about how we can leverage community and let other people support us when we need it the most. In this episode, you’ll learn: The importance of signalingHow you can signal in your personal, professional, or entrepreneurial life to get the support you needTo take risks for the sake of surviving and thriving2024-03-0615 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep12: Stop Talking About It & Do It: The 5 Traps That Prevent Us From Moving Forward With Our DreamsHave you ever found yourself talking about something you’d really like to do, only to find that you never actually take action on it? Whether we’re talking about wanting to achieve a new goal, pursue a big dream, or discontinue an unhealthy habit, we can probably all think about things that we want to do but haven’t taken action on! In this week’s episode, you’ll hear 5 common traps that we can fall into that prevent us from moving forward with our dreams. Of course, you’ll also get to hear some real and relatable st...2024-03-0514 min
Big Thinker Universe PodcastMelissa WesnerMelissa Wesner is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Brainspotting Consultant, and Founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services. Melissa loves bringing people together for meaningful exchanges which is one of the reasons she is now hosting international retreats for entrepreneurs.
She is also the host of the Dreaming & Doing podcast, a podcast for big dreamers and action takers looking for weekly doses of inspiration from successful entrepreneurs and wellness experts.
Costa Rica Retreat: https://lifespringcounseling.net/small-business-owners-retreat-in-costa-rica
Promo Code: COSTARICA2024
Brainspotting webpage with video: https://lifespringcounseling.net/brainspotting-maryland
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Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep11: Profitable Passion: How Unpacking Money Baggage Can Lead to Entrepreneurial Success with Julie HerresMoney can be a taboo topic, and yet it’s something that’s necessary for us to look at in our personal and entrepreneurial lives. Today’s guest, Julie Herres, is the Founder of GreenOak Accounting, author of Profit First for Therapists, and host of the Therapy for your Money podcast. In the process of looking at entrepreneur’s money and helping them make financial decisions, Julie gets to witness entrepreneurs’ “money stuff” that comes up along the way. In this episode, you’ll get to hear Julie talk about:How money baggage can get in the wa...2024-02-2744 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep10: When Your Dreams Are So Big They Scare You with Jake SassevilleEver have the impression that some people just pursue their big dreams with such ease? That’s one of the reasons I wanted to invite Jake Sasseville, a visionary and CEO at the Imiloa Institute on the show. At this very moment, Jake is taking the exciting new leap to expand the Imiloa Institute by opening up a 2nd campus which is no small feat! This episode is a reminder that dreams of all sizes can be both scary and exciting! In this episode, you’ll hear us talk about: A mindset Jake has ado...2024-02-2036 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep09: Having the Audacity to Be Your Authentic Self with Rae McDanielIf there’s one common struggle I regularly see as a therapist, it’s the challenge of accepting ourselves, believing that who we are is good, and allowing ourselves to be our most authentic selves in the world. Joining me on today’s episode is speaker, author, sex therapist, and entrepreneur, Rae McDaniel (they/them), whose book, Gender Magic, is a practical guide to achieving gender freedom with joy, curiosity, and pleasure for transgender and non-binary individuals, gender explorers, and those who love them. In this episode, you’ll hear Rae:Define the concept of...2024-02-1338 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep08: When Your “Why” is Driving Your Dream and Your Money Mindset with Nicole BarhamWhen you have a powerful “why” driving your dream, not only does it provide much needed motivation, but it can cause you to take a good look at your numbers. Nicole Barham, CEO of Design Your Wealth and creator of The 5 Minute Bookkeeper not only has a clear “why” behind her business, but she is mindful of her money mindset and encourages other entrepreneurs to stop being afraid of looking at their numbers. In this episode, you’ll hear Nicole talk about: Reasons entrepreneurs are afraid of looking at their numbersThe repercussions of ignoring your...2024-02-0643 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep07: Turning Passion into Worldwide Travel Opportunities with International Retreat Host Patrick CasaleSome might say that Patrick Casale has created a dream job! Over the past few years, he’s become known for hosting off the beaten path retreats for therapist entrepreneurs that sell out within days! Patrick’s decision to host international retreats has allowed him to pursue his own passions while helping others’ travel dreams come true too! Even though Patrick’s retreats have been incredibly successful, he’s also completely up front about the challenges of doing this work as an AuDHD therapist and entrepreneur. In this episode, you’ll get to hear: What inspired...2024-01-3033 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep06: When Burnout Unexpectedly Leads You to Pursue a New Dream with Gabrielle Juliano-VillaniBurnout has certainly been a hot topic over the past few years, and it’s a term that typically doesn’t have any positive associations with it. In this episode, however, you’ll hear Gabrielle Juliano-Villano, a licensed clinical social worker and entrepreneur share about her personal experiences with burnout while running her group therapy practice and how that experience led her to make impactful changes that led her to a whole new dream. In this episode, you’ll hear Gabrielle talk about: Her personal experience with burnout as a group practice ownerHow burnout le...2024-01-2338 min
Wise Practice PodcastHolding your Goals Loosely with Melissa Wesner | WP65Holding your Goals Loosely with Melissa Wesner This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast features a discussion between the host and esteemed guest, Melissa Wesner. The podcast centers on the struggles of goal-setting within an entrepreneurial context and brings an insightful perspective on setting goals in a consciously relaxed, spiritually-centered manner. In this spirit, they propose that the attachment to the outcome of our goals is possibly detrimental and advocate for a community-based approach to goal setting. This approach cultivates a supportive environment essential for personal growth and transformation, with reference to Ecclesiastes four. The p...2024-01-2329 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep05: How to Strategize to Make Travel Dreams Come True with Jessica TappanaHave you ever dreamed of traveling the world with your family? Jessica Tappana is doing just that! As a mom of 2 school-aged children and owner of 2 businesses, she faced all of the same barriers that anyone else in her shoes would face, but what makes Jessica’s experience unique is that she and her family decided to troubleshoot and find a solution to each of those barriers rather than letting them stop the pursuit of their dreams.Jessica loves traveling so much that she has also found ways for her team to have amazing tra...2024-01-1653 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep04: How Mindset Matters When It Comes to Your Dreams with Keren EldadTo pursue big dreams, we have to be aware of our mindset and how it plays a role in the outcomes we experience. In today’s episode, you’ll get to hear from elite Executive Coach, Keren Eldad, who is known for her mindset work with clients. In this lively episode, you’ll be inspired to take your dreaming one step further, so you can pursue your personal, professional, or business aspirations! Follow Coach Keren Eldad:Instagram: @coachkerenFollow Keren on Youtube:Listen to Keren's Podcast:www.coac...2024-01-0933 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep03: Stop Putting Off Your Dreams for “One Day”We’re likely all guilty of putting our dreams off for “one day.” We say things like,“One day I’ll…”“When I have more time I’ll…..:“When I have more money I’ll….”“When the kids are older I’ll…”When we do this, we delay pleasure, and we put off meaningful experiences with the very basic assumption that we will have that “one day.” In this episode, you’ll be encouraged to: Recognize the lines you use for delaying the pursuit of your dreamsRecognize that putting...2023-12-2708 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep02: Don’t Let the Doubters Discourage YouNot everyone will understand your dreams, and not everyone will believe in you or your ability to achieve your dream. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t dream it or pursue it! In today’s episode, we’ll be talking about: Reasons people sometimes have difficulty dreamingFactors that cause people to experience doubt in themselves and in others’ ability to achieveStrategies you can use to ground yourself and overcoming your own self-doubtSteps you can take to surround yourself with other big dreamersAnd, my favorite personal experience in dealing with a doubterUse others’ doub...2023-12-2707 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastS01 Ep01: A Call To The Big Dreamers Who Feel It In Their Soul!The reality is that not everybody is a big dreamer! You can feel the difference when you’re talking with someone who isn’t a big dreamer and when you’re talking with someone who gets the excitement and optimism of dreaming big! You can feel it!! In this episode, you’ll hear: The inspiration behind this podcast2 personal stories that highlight the big difference it makes when someone speaks the language of big dreams! The need for a community of big dreamers around you!And…I share a free resource to help you tap...2023-12-2708 min
Dreaming and Doing PodcastA Fresh Start on the Dreaming & Doing Podcast with Melissa WesnerWelcome to the very first episode of Dreaming & Doing, a podcast designed to inspire and empower individuals to take action on their biggest dreams. I'm your host, Melissa Wesner—a therapist, entrepreneur, and fellow dreamer who is passionate about helping others unlock their potential.In this episode, I delve into the essence of Dreaming & Doing, offering insights into what inspired this podcast, what listeners can anticipate, and a bit about myself. This episode is a call to all the big dreamers and doers out there, and it’s your personal invitation to join us on the journey of Dr...2023-12-2704 min
The Creative PsychotherapistS2.16 Melissa Wesner | Preventing Burnout: Retreat for Business OwnersFEATURED GUESTS: Melissa Wesner is a type A, counseling nerd who likes to cross her t’s and dot her i’s. She’s often the person to rain on the parade by asking, “I wonder what kind of documentation we would need to do that” in the midst of a really exciting work conversation. She’s the person who thinks about risk management, liability, and documentation and who reads the books and signs up for ALL the trainings! As your Protecting Your Practice co-host, Melissa will be bringing all of this nerdy excitement to the table. Melissa is the Owner of...2023-09-1348 min
Therapy Chat388: Burnout + Compassion Fatigue With Melissa WesnerThis week's episode features a recording of a Facebook live from last week. Host Laura Reagan, LCSW-C had a conversation with friend and colleague Melissa Wesner, LCPC on the hot topic of burnout in helping professionals and caregivers in general. Laura and Melissa discussed how burnout is affecting mental health professionals; identifying burnout and compassion fatigue symptoms using the ProQOL measure; and how to create an action plan to address emotional, physical, spiritual and relational needs including small changes that are sustainable. Melissa Wesner, LCPC is the Founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services, a group practice in Maryland th...2023-06-301h 17
The Creative PsychotherapistS2.8 Melissa Wesner | Systemic Considerations when Setting Up a Group PracticeFEATURED GUESTS: Melissa Wesner, LCPC is the Founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services, a Maryland-based group practice where she and her therapists strive to provide hope, healing, and empowerment through the collaborative process of counseling. As a Certified Brainspotter and Brainspotting Consultant, she is an avid believer in the power of Brainspotting. She's a dreamer, a doer, and a co-host on the Protecting Your Practice podcast.
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Questions for consideration regarding logistics when setting up a group practice.
The importance of defining and reflecting upon who you want to bring into your practice.
Understanding what model...2023-03-0859 min
Protecting Your PracticeNavigating a Big Career Change: From Public Mental Health Executive to Business Owner with Katie Vernoy, LMFTWe've got a season 2 bonus for you! Life throws us the occasional curveball, and those curveballs sometimes influence direction the direction of our lives. In this episode, you'll hear Katie Vernoy, LMFT talk about her unexpected career change from being a public mental health executive to opening up her own business. In this episode, you'll hear about Katie's personal story, and you'll also hear her talk about self-leadership, self-care, and ways that leadership is important for therapists Connect with Katie: Katie Vernoy, LMFT is a therapist, speaker, consultant, and co-host of...2023-03-0754 min
Protecting Your PracticeSeason 2 is a Wrap, and We've Got News to Share!The PYP team is wrapping up Season 2, and we've got news to share! Change is happening! Take a listen to see what's happening! Connect with Melissa & Dan!Purchase forms for your private practice at: Protectingyourpractice.comLegal services for Maryland mental health providers with Dan at: https://danielmayerlaw.com/Online Counseling Services & Brainspotting for Marylanders at: lifespringcounseling.net2023-02-2127 min
Protecting Your PracticeA Case of a Group Practice's Health Insurance Payments Gone Missing with Nzingha Ma'at, LPCThe "adventures" in business ownership are many! In this episode, you'll hear Nzingha Ma'at, a group practice owner, talk about how the money she was supposed to get paid from an insurance company suddenly went missing. She talks about the long and lengthy process she had to go through to FINALLY figure out what happened to her practice's missing money! Connect with Nzingha Ma'at, LPCNzingha Ma'at is the Founder of Ma'at Therapeutic Services, a holistic healing practice, centered on helping people deepen the connection between their mind, body and spirit. This means we focus...2023-02-1443 min
Protecting Your PracticeGetting to the Other Side After a Position's Misclassification with Raffi Bilek, LCSW-CThe conversation around having 1099s or W-2s as a group practice owner is a big one! It comes up frequently between group practice owners, and there are lots of intense conversations, tales of caution, and, warnings about state guidelines. Making the right decision for your practice can be a little nerve-wracking! So what exactly happens if it is determined that someone who works at your office was misclassified? Raffi Bilek, LCSW-C is here to tell us just that. Check out this episode to hear Raffie's lived experience! About Raffi: Raffi Bilek, LCSW-C...2023-02-0730 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Book-Writing Journey to Making Nice with Naughty with Dr. Tom MurrayPlenty of people dream about writing a book, but not everybody actually does it! In this episode, you'll hear Dr. Tom Murray talk about his experience moving from book idea to actual book launch. He'll be talking about his personal process, challenges he faced, and tips and tricks he learned along the way. Consider this episode your book writing inspiration paired with your daily dose of sex education. About Dr. Murray:Dr. Tom Murray, author, international trainer, educator, and couples and sex therapist-supervisor, is a widely sought-after expert in sexuality and intimate relationships. He is...2023-01-2446 min
Protecting Your PracticeLessons Learned from Broken Trust and Lack of Transparency at the Office with Whitney OwensBeing a group practice owner is not an easy job! In this episode, you'll get to hear Whitney Owens talk about an unfortunate situation she experienced with someone who was working at her office, the steps she took to address that situation, and changes she made to her practice. We know there are many group practice owners will can relate to situations in which trust is broken and full transparency is lacking. For those who work at group practices, we hope this conversation will introduce best practices and encourage honest and up-front conversations. Connect with Whitney:2023-01-1757 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenges of Becoming a Therapist in a Different Country and Language with Si Meng, LGPCBecoming a licensed mental health provider comes with its own set of challenges, so imagine becoming a therapist in a different country where you are providing therapy services in a 2nd language! This is exactly what you'll be hearing about today in our interview with Si Meng, LGPC who made the transition from journalism to therapy!You'll hear her talk about:Making a career change as part of her life's journeyFollowing your curiosity and living into your purposeThe decision to attend school in a different country to become a therapistProviding therapy in a different country and...2023-01-1041 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenge of Moving from Therapy to Coaching with Biz CushIn recent years, we've heard about mental health providers transitioning into coaching. In this interview, you'll get to hear from Biz Cush, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and podcaster who made that pivot. You'll hear her talk about: Reasons for making this transitionLessons she's learnedSteps she has taken to educate herself and be mindful of legal and ethical issues while making this transitionConnect with Biz! Progression Counseling Elizabeth Cush CoachingAwaken Your Wise Woman PodcastConnect with Melissa and Dan!2023-01-0333 min
Protecting Your PracticeSurviving a Payroll Tax Audit with Uriah GuilfordWhen you have your own practice, there are already so many things to think about, but have you ever considered the possibility of a payroll tax audit? If you're like me (Melissa), that might not have been on your radar. In this episode with Uriah Guilford, you'll learn the following: 1. The importance of correctly classifying workers in a group practice, i.e. independent contractor vs. W2 employee2. How to create good payroll systems that will survive a payroll tax audit 3. How useful it is to have the right business support in dealing with...2022-11-0127 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen the Assistant Attorney General Knows Your Name (And It's Not Good) with Joe SanokAs a mental health provider who is trying to get a new project off the ground, advertising about the great, new thing you're doing is a MUST. But what happens when that great new thing you're doing gets met with some push back from people in high places? In this episode, Joe Sanok will tell you about his personal experience with this, and as you can imagine, he found a creative way to pivot and adjust! We hope that you will find some take-aways on how you too can pivot and adjust as needed to pursue your dreams while...2022-10-1145 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen You Need to Be Aware of Conflicts of Interest with Dan MayerSeason 2 will be starting off with Attorney Dan Mayer talking with us about conflicts of interest that can come up in working with mental health providers, steps that can be taken to prevent those conflicts, & steps that can be taken once you realize that a conflict has occurred. Dan also talks about the importance of knowing who your client is when it comes to your work! You can find Melissa & Dan at: protectingyourpractice.comDocuments to Protect Your Practice:https://www.protectingyourpractice.com/private-practice-documentsContact Mayer Law at: 2022-10-0437 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen You Have to Learn How to Handle Being Stalked as a Therapist with Melissa WesnerIn this episode, Protecting Your Practice co-host, Melissa Wesner, shares about her experience being stalked as a result of her work as a mental health therapist. She'll talk about that experience, what she learned, and supports that were helpful to her while navigating this unexpected situation. Connect with Melissa & Dan: protectingyourpractice.comForms to protect your practice:https://www.protectingyourpractice.com/private-practice-documentsWebsite Design & Consultation for Mental Health Providers:intentionalpractice.netLegal Services for Maryland-Based Mental Health Practitioners:https://danielmayerlaw.com/2022-10-0443 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen You Have to Learn How to Handle Being Stalked as a Therapist with Melissa WesnerIn this episode, Protecting Your Practice co-host, Melissa Wesner, shares about her experience being stalked as a result of her work as a mental health therapist. She'll talk about that experience, what she learned, and supports that were helpful to her while navigating this unexpected situation. Connect with Melissa & Dan: protectingyourpractice.comForms to protect your practice:https://www.protectingyourpractice.com/private-practice-documentsWebsite Design & Consultation for Mental Health Providers:intentionalpractice.netLegal Services for Maryland-Based Mental Health Practitioners:https://danielmayerlaw.com/2022-10-0443 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: Answers to Group Practice Owner's Most Popular Questions about Human Resources with HR Specialist Megan SpencerSome of the most challenging decisions for group practice owners involve issues related to HR. How do I hire new clinicians? Where do I get the documentation that I need for the people who work at my office? How much should I pay? What benefits should I offer? All of these questions can be addressed with the support of an HR Consultant.In today's episode, you'll get to hear HR Specialist, Megan Spencer, talk about hiring, compensation, compliance, culture, hard conversations, and more!If managing the HR piece of running a group practice has been...2022-01-2555 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: How to Recognize & Prevent the Slippery Slope into Sexual Relationships with Clients with Dr. Daniel WatterWe all know that sexual relationships with clients is a big no-no, and yet sexual boundary crossing with clients tends to be in the top 3 issues that get reported to licensing Boards. In this informative episode with Dr. Daniel Watter, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, we talk about how therapists can go from knowing this clear cut boundary to sitting on an ethics Board's disciplinary committee as a result of having crossed that line. In this episode, he talks about steps mental health practitioners can take to self-reflect and get support if they recognize growing feelings for clients.2022-01-1850 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: Financial Health for Mental Health Therapists with Ben OffitMental health providers work hard, so you want to make sure that your hard work pays off! That's where meeting with a financial advisor comes in! In this guest episode, Ben Offit talks about the importance of financial health as it relates to healthcare providers. He also answers frequently asked questions about working with a financial advisor. Be sure to keep some of these questions in mind if you decide to seek out your own financial advisor after listening!Here's how you can connect with Ben Offit.website: http://www.offitadvisors.com...2022-01-1142 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: Accessing Creativity & Preventing Burnout with Reina LombardiThis week, we're talking about accessing your creativity as a mental health clinician and preventing burnout. In this episode, Reina Lombardi talks about ways that she helps clinicians tap into their creativity and consider their lifestyle needs when designing their practice.About Reina:Reina is host of The Creative Psychotherapist podcast, a podcast for creative, expressive, and experiential focused psychotherapists curious to learn how to design, build, and scale a thriving private practice. On the podcast, Reina interviews other therapists and mental health practitioners who have started their own successful practices about the tools and...2022-01-0446 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: The Money Talk You Need to Avoid Common Mistakes that Practice Owners Make with Julie HerresJoin us for this really helpful conversation with Julie Herres from Greenoak Accounting as she talks about the common money mistakes that practice owners make. You'll also get to hear about some of the trends she sees in her accounting and bookkeeping work with mental health practitioners. Learn why you might not want to DIY your accounting!Want to connect with Julie?You can find her at: http://www.greenoakaccounting.com/ You can also find her hosting the Therapy for Your Money Podcast.Want to connect with the Protecting...2021-12-2838 min
Protecting Your PracticeSteps You Can Take if This Content Makes You NervousAre you the person who's afraid of making mistakes? If so, it's possible that this content makes you a little nervous. After all, you might have only had one class in grad school about some of these topics. In this episode, Dan and Melissa talk about steps you can take to manage that nervousness while still moving forward with your desire to protect your practice. And...we've got some updates for you in this episode! Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at the Protecting Your...2021-12-2122 min
Protecting Your PracticeTips for Billing, Compliance, and Confidently Accepting Insurance at Your Practice with Dr. Ajita RobinsonWhile there's much debate about whether or not to accept insurance at your mental health practice, today you'll hear Dr. Ajita Robinson talk with us about breaking out of shame, frustration, and either-or mindsets. You'll hear her talk about:knowing your contractsadvocating for yourselfmaking decisions related to billingstaying ahead of the game, so your practice is audit-readyIf you're already familiar with Dr. Ajita Robinson's work, then you know she's well-versed on this topic. Want to connect with Dr. Ajita Robinson?IG: @dr.ajitarobinsonFB: facebook.com/dr...2021-12-0852 min
Protecting Your PracticeAnswers to Group Practice Owner's Most Popular Questions about Human Resources with HR Specialist Megan SpencerSome of the most challenging decisions for group practice owners involve issues related to HR. How do I hire new clinicians? Where do I get the documentation that I need for the people who work at my office? How much should I pay? What benefits should I offer? All of these questions can be addressed with the support of an HR Consultant. In today's episode, you'll get to hear HR Specialist, Megan Spencer, talk about hiring, compensation, compliance, culture, hard conversations, and more! If managing the HR piece of running a group practice has been...2021-11-3055 min
Protecting Your PracticeLegal and Ethical Considerations When Providing Couples Counseling Services with Dr. Heidi SauderThere are certainly a lot of debates when it comes to providing couples counseling services. In this episode, you'll get to hear from Dr. Heidi Sauder who is a psychologist, sex therapist, and group practice owner on some of these debated topics. You'll also get to hear about some of the ethical issues she has witnessed as a provider. She'll also talk about important legal and ethical considerations when providing couples counseling services. In this episode, you'll get to hear her talk about:Secret keeping and couples counselingInformed consent documentation for couplesdeciding and communicating who is...2021-11-2333 min
Protecting Your PracticeTelehealth Informed Consent Document: Do You Have One?You've likely been practicing telehealth for some time now, so now it's time to double check to make sure that you have the documentation you need in place. Clients who have never received telehealth services before might not be sure what to expect. Some might be nervous about new technology, and others might have concerns about confidentiality. Your telehealth informed consent helps answer clients' common questions and helps them know how to prepare for their sessions. Having this form in place also helps you with compliance and best practices.If you're ready to double check your work...2021-11-1627 min
Protecting Your PracticeYou've Been Doing Telehealth, But Have You Been Using Best Practices?If you're like many, the pandemic forced you to do a crash course in telehealth, and you've probably been doing it for some time now. Now that the dust has settled, we want to make sure that you're following best practices when doing telehealth to make sure that you're in compliance with state guidelines and ethical codes. While we've been doing telehealth for a while now, we know that there are some popular questions that keep coming up. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at the Protecting...2021-11-0922 min
Protecting Your PracticePracticing Within Your Scope of Competence: Good For You & Good for ClientsPracticing within your scope of competence might not sound like the most stimulating topic, but it is an important one. If you're not practicing within your scope of competence, you're likely feeling the impact of that, and your clients might be feeling that as well. Practicing outside of our scope of competence also puts us at risk. Take a listen to today's episode to hear more on this topic! Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at the Protecting Your Practice website. FB: @protectingyourpractice2021-11-0217 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Recognize & Prevent the Slippery Slope into Sexual Relationships with Clients with Dr. Daniel WatterWe all know that sexual relationships with clients is a big no-no, and yet sexual boundary crossing with clients tends to be in the top 3 issues that get reported to licensing Boards. In this informative episode with Dr. Daniel Watter, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, we talk about how therapists can go from knowing this clear cut boundary to sitting on an ethics Board's disciplinary committee as a result of having crossed that line. In this episode, he talks about steps mental health practitioners can take to self-reflect and get support if they recognize growing feelings for clients. 2021-10-2654 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Take Care of Yourself Emotionally as a Group Practice Owner with Maureen WerrbachThere's a big difference between what people THINK group practice ownership is like and what group practice ownership IS ACTUALLY like. In this episode, we'll be talking with Maureen Werrbach, a group practice consultant and owner of a multilocation group practice in Chicago on how to take care of yourself emotionally as a group practice owner. On top of that, she'll be talking with us about: leadership & supportmanaging a group practice in changing timesopportunities for growth and making needed changesGroup practice owners, you won't want to miss this episode!More about...2021-10-1945 min
Protecting Your PracticeCompliance & Systems for Large Practices with Dr. Hayley PorterLarge practices need to operate smoothly! In this episode, we speak with Dr. Hayley Porter, the Co-Owner and Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer a very large mental health and wellness center. She talks with us about:Steps for ensuring complianceCreating systems Getting the business support you need If you're looking to integrate systems & strategies for compliance, we hope you'll check this out!Here's how you can connect with Balance Point Wellness.website: https://bpointwellness.com/Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find...2021-10-1235 min
Protecting Your PracticePro Bono Work, Ethics, & Abundance with Amy GreensfelderDo you know what your profession's code of ethics has to say about pro bono work? If not, you'll be hearing all about that in this episode. You'll also get to meet Amy Greensfelder who is the Executive Director of the Pro Bono Counseling Project whose work focuses on increasing the uninsured or under-insured's access to mental health care. In this episode, you'll get to:learn what different professional codes of ethics have to say about pro bono worklearn about the work of The Pro Bono Counseling Projecthear Amy's reflections on the connection between abundance and...2021-10-0541 min
The Creative Psychotherapist55. Melissa Wesner & Daniel Mayer | Tips for Protecting Your PracticeFEATURED GUESTS: Melissa Wesner is a type A, counseling nerd who likes to cross her t's and dot her i's. She is often the person to rain on the parade by asking, "I wonder what kind of documentation we would need to do that" in the midst of a really exciting conversation. She's the person who think about risk management, liability, and documentation and who reads the books and signs up for ALL the trainings! As the Protecting Your Practice Podcast co-host, Melissa brings all this nerdy excitement to the table. She is the Owner of LIfeSpring Counseling Services...2021-09-2958 min
Protecting Your PracticeFinancial Health for Mental Health Therapists with Ben OffitMental health providers work hard, so you want to make sure that your hard work pays off! That's where meeting with a financial advisor comes in! In this guest episode, Ben Offit talks about the importance of financial health as it relates to healthcare providers. He also answers frequently asked questions about working with a financial advisor. Be sure to keep some of these questions in mind if you decide to seek out your own financial advisor after listening! Here's how you can connect with Ben Offit. website: www.OffitAdvisors.com2021-09-2842 min
Protecting Your PracticeAccessing Creativity & Preventing Burnout with Reina LombardiThis week, we're talking about accessing your creativity as a mental health clinician and preventing burnout. In this episode, Reina Lombardi talks about ways that she helps clinicians tap into their creativity and consider their lifestyle needs when designing their practice. About Reina:Reina is host of The Creative Psychotherapist podcast, a podcast for creative, expressive, and experiential focused psychotherapists curious to learn how to design, build, and scale a thriving private practice. On the podcast, Reina interviews other therapists and mental health practitioners who have started their own successful practices about the tools and s...2021-09-1446 min
Protecting Your PracticeUnderstanding Common Terminology Used in ContractsToday's episode is part 2 on understanding contracts. In this episode, you'll learn about common terminology used in contracts, so you have a better understanding of what you're signing! Today's episode has a lot of content, so feel free to take notes, take breaks, or listen to it twice! You can also pull out a contract of your own and review while we run through common contract terminology. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeTo work...2021-09-0836 min
Protecting Your PracticeUnderstanding Legal Contracts in your Work as a Mental Health PractitionerBefore you sign on the line, it's important that you've read and understood the contract in front of you. In today's episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the basic components of a contract (since most of them are not written in everyday language). Whether dealing with an office lease, insurance contract, or 1099 contract, we want to make sure you have some knowledge of this topic! Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeTo work with Dan if you're...2021-08-3118 min
Protecting Your PracticeGetting Clarity on Confusing HIPAA Topics (Workforce & Business Associates) with Guests Roy Huggins & Liathana DaltonIn this guest episode, Person-Centered Tech (PCT) Co-Owners, Liathana Dalton and Roy Huggins, clarify important topics that relate to your practice and HIPAA. In this episode, you'll hear Roy and Liath talk about: Who is considered workforce according to HIPAA (and what that means for your practice)The role of Business Associates at your officeThe importance of knowing your state's labor laws as they relate to 1099s and employees, and ways that will influence how you implement your plan for being a HIPAA compliant practice.HIPAA can be confusing, and you can always reach out to...2021-08-2451 min
Protecting Your PracticeHiring Tips for Building a Faith-Based Practice with Whitney OwensYou'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...2021-08-1730 min
Protecting Your PracticeSEO & Ethical Online Marketing for Your Mental Health Practice with Jessica TappanaSEO and online marketing can be steep learning curves for mental health practitioners who have their own practices. It's important for mental health practitioners to engage in ethical, online marketing and SEO strategies. In today's episode, Jessica Tappana from Simplified SEO Consulting talks all about SEO, key words, google reviews, and best practices when it comes to ethical marketing strategies. Want to connect with Jessica Tappana at Simplified SEO Consulting? https://simplifiedseoconsulting.comWant to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?...2021-08-1050 min
Protecting Your PracticeAnswers to Your Burning Questions About the COVID Vaccine, Clients, & the WorkplaceThere's been a lot of discussion about the COVID vaccine and mental health practices. Can a practice require their staff to get the vaccine? Is it possible to require clients or staff to demonstrate vaccination in order to offer or receive in-person sessions? How do I respond if my client asks me about my own vaccination status? In today's episode, Dan and Melissa will talk about each of these questions. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpractice2021-08-0324 min
Protecting Your PracticeRe-Opening Your Office After COVID-19: Things You Need to Know!Deciding when and how to re-open your office after the COVID-19 pandemic has been a hot topic. Health, safety, and risk management are all things that people are thinking about to protect themselves, their staff, and their clients. In today's episode, Dan and Melissa talk about steps you will want to consider in preparation for your return to in-person use of the office. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeTo work with Dan if...2021-07-2726 min
Protecting Your PracticeDon't Let Anxiety & Overwhelm Get Between You & Your HIPAA Compliance with guests Roy Huggins & Liathana DaltonWhile all mental health practitioners are responsible for HIPAA compliance, it's a topic that provokes a lot of anxiety, overwhelm, and aversion. Rather than avoid your compliance duties, dig in with us on this very special episode with our guests Roy Huggins and Liathana Dalton from Person Centered Tech. In this episode, you'll hear us talk about encryption, device hardening, and steps you can take to be more HIPAA informed and compliant. Here's how you can connect with Roy & Liath from Person-Centered Tech. https://personcenteredtech.com/about/ website: https://personcenteredtech.com/podcast, Group Practice Tech: https://pers...2021-07-2045 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Money Talk You Need to Avoid Common Mistakes that Practice Owners Make with Julie HerresJoin us for this really helpful conversation with Julie Herres from Greenoak Accounting as she talks about the common money mistakes that practice owners make. You'll also get to hear about some of the trends she sees in her accounting and bookkeeping work with mental health practitioners. Learn why you might not want to DIY your accounting! Want to connect with Julie? You can find her at: www.greenoakaccounting.comYou can also find her hosting the Therapy for Your Money Podcast. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?2021-07-1338 min
Protecting Your PracticeBehind the Scenes: Serving on a Professional Licensing Board with Risa GanelIn their very first guest episode, Dan and Melissa interview Risa Ganel, a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, who previously served as the Board Chair for the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. In this episode, you'll get to hear about: the purpose of the Board (and misconceptions about it)what it's like to serve on the Boardother less-commonly known functions of the BoardYou can learn more about Risa below. www.togethercouplescounseling.com, a private practice in Marylandwww.risaganel.com for public speaking, retreats and p...2021-07-0633 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Importance of Knowing the Age of Consent for Mental Health TreatmentIf you or your practice provide mental health services to minors, it's important to know the age of consent for mental health treatment. In this podcast episode, Dan and Melissa talk about important considerations for mental health practitioners who work with younger individuals. Connect with us!FB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeprotectingyhourpractice.comConnect with Dan!Mayer LawLegal Services for Mental Health Practitioners in MarylandConnect with Melissa!Intentional PracticeConsultation services for private practice and group practice.2021-06-2922 min
Therapy For Your MoneyEpisode 37: Ensuring Your Practice's Legal Compliance (with Dan Mayer & Melissa Wesner)The most important part of running your private practice is being compliant! There are a number of things, from intake forms to your legal entity, that you are responsible for maintaining legal compliance.After working in the same Greater Baltimore community for some time, Dan Mayer, an attorney, and Melissa Wesner, a counselor, decided to join forces in order to offer mental health providers the information they need to protect their practices. Coming from two different backgrounds, Dan and Melissa, bring a wealth of knowledge for listeners who want to learn all about the legal and clinical a...2021-06-2531 min
Protecting Your PracticeCharting, Compliance, and Internal Audits for Mental Health Practitioners Who Accept InsuranceYou've all heard the scary stories about health insurance companies coming around to do audits! If you accept insurance, and you're not really sure if your charts would pass an audit, this episode is for you! In this podcast episode, Dan and Melissa talk about:ways you can find out what insurance companies expect to find in your clients' charts.ways internal chart audits can help you with compliance.steps you can take if notified that your charts are going to be audited.Turn your charting compliance uncertainty into confidence by taking actionable steps...2021-06-2233 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Protect Your Practice When Doing Outdoor TherapyOutdoor therapies such as ecotherapy and walk and talk therapy can be great additions to the services that you already offer at your office. As you might have guessed, however, there are special considerations that you need to think through when offering these outdoor services. In this episode, Dan and Melissa talk about things you need to think about to protect your clients, protect yourself and/or your staff, and protect your practice as well. If you offer outdoor therapy services, we want you to have the peace of mind while you do it! Connect...2021-06-1525 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhat to Do if a Board Complaint Has Been Filed Against YouIn this podcast episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the steps you'll want to take if ever you receive notification that a Board complaint has been filed against you. Connect with us: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpractice2021-06-0824 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhat Happens When Your Professional Board Gets a Complaint!Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes when your professional Board receives a complaint? In today's podcast episode, Dan & Melissa talk about this process. They also talk about ways that you too can learn about the process your professional Board follows once a complaint has been received. Connect with us: Instagram: @protectingyourpracticeFacebook: @protectingyourpracticeWebsite: protectingyourpractice.com2021-06-0123 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhy Owning a Private Practice or Group Practice May Not Be for YouWhile there can be a lot of prestige and even encouragement to build a private practice or group practice, the reality is that it's not for everyone. In this latest episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the reasons why owning a private practice or group practice might not be for you. Curious? Check out today's conversation!Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter here.2021-05-1528 min
Protecting Your PracticeBuilding Your TeamDon't fall into the trap of trying to do everything for your private practice or group practice on your own. In this episode, Dan and Melissa talk about important professionals that you'll want to have on your team! They'll have the training and experience YOU need to make wise decisions for your office.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter here.2021-05-1538 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Respond When You Receive a SubpoenaNo mental health provider wants to receive a subpoena! In today's episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the things that you should and shouldn't do when you receive a subpoena. In reviewing these actionable steps, they'll take the stress out of knowing how to respond. After all, it's our goal to help you cross your t's and dot your i's.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter here.2021-05-1543 min
Protecting Your PracticeIntro to the Protecting Your Practice PodcastIn this first episode, you'll get to meet Melissa Wesner, LCPC and Dan Mayer, an attorney who specializes in working with mental health practitioners. The Protecting Your Practice podcast will be covering all of the nitty-gritty legal, ethical, clinical, and business issues that mental health professionals need to know about. Dan & Melissa will be sure to cover all the things you wish you had learned in grad school.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter he...2021-05-1411 min