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Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Work Successfully With a Virtual AssistantWorking with a virtual assistant can be a huge hassle.
Or it can change your life.
Listen to this episode to avoid the most common mistakes and find success working with a virtual assistant.
Also, learn how Uriah used Notebook LM to create this engaging podcast episode from his online course, The Virtual Advantage.2025-02-1444 min
The Group Practice ExchangeEpisode 261 | Wondering How to Get More Therapy Clients? How Mid-Size Practices Can Optimize Their Client Intake Process with Uriah GuilfordIs your client intake process holding you back from getting more therapy clients? In this episode of The Group Practice Exchange Podcast, I’m diving into the all-important topic of how to get more therapy clients with my guest, Uriah Guilford from The Productive Therapist. We’re zeroing in on what’s often the biggest roadblock for practices: an inefficient client intake process. If therapy clients are struggling to book appointments or connect with your practice, this episode is for you. Uriah and I share strategies to simplify your client intake process, making it easier for cl...2025-01-2926 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe Perfect Intake Call ScriptAt Productive Therapist our virtual assistant team turns calls & clicks into clients. Every single day.
Therapists want to know how we do it. We get asked all the time for our secret sauce.
Here’s the thing.
Creating a great first impression is vital. A potential client’s first interaction with your practice is key to helping them know, like and trust you.
A good call script is an important first step in optimizing your intake process.
In this episode Uriah breaks down the 7 elements of the Magic Call Scri...2025-01-1709 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Get More Clients From Your Therapy WebsiteYou want more clients.
You also want your website to work for you 24 hours a day. Good news. You can have both of those things!
In this episode, Uriah Guilford and Luci Carrillo share some valuable tips that you can apply to your website today.
You will learn how to get more clients from your therapy website by creating:
Clear messagingClear call to actionClear next steps for new clients
A Few Links:
Intake AcceleratorInTune Family Counseling2024-11-2231 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe Best Software For Your Intake ProcessAre you using the best software for your intake process?
The ultimate goal is to create a seamless intake experience. To effortlessly guide your potential client from first contact to first session.
The answer: Choose the best tools and using them effectively.
This will help you turn more calls and clicks into clients. Something every therapist wants!
Enjoy this episode with Uriah Guilford, the Head Nerd and Luci Carrillo, the Director of British Accents. 😁
Top 3 things you will learn:
The important intake tec...2024-11-0830 min
Deeply Rested: Anti-Capitalist Conversations for EntrepreneursReimagining Productivity with Uriah GuilfordWhat if productivity could feel less like a grind and more like joy? In today’s episode of Deeply Rested, host Maegan Megginson sits down with Uriah Guilford, a licensed therapist, group practice owner, and author of Productive Practice, to explore the complicated relationship between productivity and well-being. Maegan opens up about her love-hate relationship with productivity—how societal pressures often tie self-worth to output—while recognizing its importance as a business owner.Uriah, who runs Productive Therapist, a virtual assistant company for therapists, offers a refreshing take on productivity, showing how it can be fun, j...2024-10-3057 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Outsource Your MarketingMany practice owners struggle with marketing their practice.
What are some simple ways to market your practice effectively?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share with you some simple tips for optimizing your marketing. Click to listen now!2024-09-2709 min
The Traveling Therapist Podcast133. Mastering the Art of Time Freedom: Uriah Guilford on Building a Business and Therapy Practice While TravelingIn this episode of the Traveling Therapist Podcast, I sit down with Uriah Guilford, a therapist and entrepreneur, to discuss how he successfully manages a thriving therapy business while enjoying extensive travel. Uriah shares his journey from the early days of struggling to take vacations as a solo practitioner to creating multiple streams of income that allow him the freedom to travel the world. Uriah and I dive into essential strategies like building a team, creating systems, and leveraging passive income to ensure business continuity even while on the road. Uriah also shares a fun anecdote about m...2024-09-0120 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Travel The World While Your Business ThrivesDo you dream of taking a vacation and not having to worry about your practice?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share the simple (and not-so-simple!) secrets to being able to vacate your mind while on vacation!2024-08-1605 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Make Your Intakes Easy ft. Luci CarrilloIntakes are the lifeblood of any practice.
How can you optimize your intake process so you convert more callers into clients?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my Director of Sales & Marketing, Luci, as we share some simple tips for streamlining and supercharging your intakes.
Click to listen now!2024-07-2631 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Eliminate Phone TagPhone tag can be so frustrating! It can seem impossible to get a potential client back on the phone once they're reached out to your practice.
Are there any simple, proven strategies for improving or even eliminating phone tag?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share with you the strategies that we've found consistently work.
Click to listen now!2024-06-2806 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Use Claude AI ft. Gabrielle Juliano-VillaniAI is here; there’s no escaping it. So how can you use the different forms of AI to support your practice?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with Claude AI enthusiast Gabrielle Juliano-Villani about how she uses this AI software in her practice.
Click to listen now!2024-06-1421 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Be An Incredible Practice Manager ft. Whitney Owens, Lindsay Keisman, Jaclyn FortierAn amazing practice manager is an essential part of a stable group practice.
What do you look for in a great practice manager?
If you’re a practice manager, what can you do to support your practice and practice owner even better?
Join us for part of this special panel discussion between Whitney Owens, Lindsay Keisman, Jaclyn Fortier, Uriah Guilford, and Luci Carrillo.
To access the full panel discussion, check out Practice Manager Pro at GroupPracticeMadeSimple.com
Click to listen now!2024-05-3112 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe Purpose Driven Therapist ft. Jamal JonesYou became a therapist for a purpose: to help people. But often the pressures of running and growing a business, combined with the necessarily business of life, can lead to exhaustion and burnout.
How can you grow your business in a healthy way and avoid burnout?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with former Productive Therapist member, Jamal Jones, about practical ways you can become a purpose-driven therapist.
Click to listen now!2024-05-0837 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe Purpose Driven Therapist ft. Jamal JonesYou became a therapist for a purpose: to help people. But often the pressures of running and growing a business, combined with the necessarily business of life, can lead to exhaustion and burnout.
How can you grow your business in a healthy way and avoid burnout?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with former Productive Therapist member, Jamal Jones, about practical ways you can become a purpose-driven therapist.
Click to listen now!2024-05-0337 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Stand Out In A CrowdHow can you stand out in a crowded market?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share with you three simple ways to stand out from the crowd.
Click to listen now!2024-04-1902 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Succeed As A Practice Owner With ADHD ft. Amber HawleyGrowing a practice can be challenging. Growing a practice while dealing with ADHD brings its own unique challenges.
What are some of the challenges for practice owners living with ADHD?
How can you work WITH your ADHD to achieve your goals?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with neuro-spicy therapist and consultant, Amber Hawley, as we share some tips and tools for ADHD practice owners.
Click to listen now!2024-04-0557 minProductive Therapist PodcastCommunity Marketing For Therapists ft. David SternbergMany practice owners and therapists would like to improve in their community marketing skills.
How can you spread the word in your community?
How can you gather great quality community referrals?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my guest, David Steinberg, as we break down this topic and share some simple tips with you.
Click to listen now!2024-03-2240 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Leverage Story To Attract Your Ideal Client ft. Brent StutzmanMany practice owners are confused with their marketing. And understandably! As therapists, we went to school for therapy, not for marketing or business development!
The power of story to revolutionize your marketing cannot be overestimated.
How can you cut through the confusion and make your marketing work?
How can you use the power of story to attract your ideal clients?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my guest, Brent Stutzman, as we explore the power of story and the Storybrand framework to simplify your marketing.
Click to listen now!2024-03-0839 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Unlock Your True Potential ft. Kasey ComptonAs a business owner, overcoming self-doubt can be an ongoing challenge.
How can you live your life with unwavering confidence and achieve your goals?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my friend, Kasey Compton, as we take a deep dive into the lessons she's learned in her life and businesses that can also help you.
Click to listen now!2024-02-2322 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow To Grow Your Practice Using a CRM ft. Berit ElizabethEvery practice owner wants to make sure no potential client falls through the cracks and that everyone gets connected with the help they need.
Is there any software that can automate this for you?
What is a CRM (Customer Relationship Manager)?
How can you use a CRM to help you grow your practice?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and the founder of PracticeAxis, Berit Elizabeth, as we take a deep dive into this fascinating topic.
Click to listen now!2024-02-0944 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Stop Burnout ft. Dr. Connor McClenahanBeing a therapist can be incredibly rewarding. It can also be exhausting and difficult to sustain.
How can you identify and avoid burnout?
How can you improve your feelings of wellbeing?
And how can you achieve the work-life balance that works for you?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my guest, Dr Connor McClenahan of Here Counseling, as we discuss the answers and simple solutions to these vital questions.
Click to listen now!2024-01-2637 min
Productive Therapist PodcastDepth Marketing For Therapists ft. Jenn FredetteHelping potential clients find your practice and want to work with you is an ongoing challenge for therapy practices.
How can you identify and dismantle your own obstacles?
How can you market yourself in authentic, congruent, compelling ways?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with Jenn Fredette of A Thinker's Guide about depth marketing for therapists.
Click to listen now!2023-12-2942 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Get More Private Pay Clients With Mentaya ft. Christine LiIs it possible to use machine learning to find patterns in mental health care?
What is the connection between mental health care and AI?
And how can you use this powerful tool to help even more clients?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with Christine Li of Mentaya about this fascinating topic.
Click to listen now!2023-12-1536 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Prepare For The Unexpected ft. Mary Beth SimonNo one likes to think about a sudden, lifechanging event.
But if the unexpected DID happen, are you prepared?
Would you business be able to continue without you?
How can you prepare your personal, business, and business continuance for a sudden change?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my guest, Mary Beth Simon, as we discuss this uncomfortable but vital topic.
Click to listen now!2023-12-0134 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Work With An Executive Assistant ft. Gina CotnerWorking with an executive assistant can be a game-changer for a business owner.
How do you know when you need an executive assistant? 🤔
How can you optimize your experience working with an executive assistant? 🎉
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with the CEO of Athena Executive Services, Gina Cotner, about how to work with an EA.
Click to listen now! 🎧2023-11-1742 min
Productive Therapist PodcastConsultation & Competency ft. Shannon HeersMany group practices offer clinical supervision for prelicensed therapists.
What is the secret to being a great clinical supervisor? 🤔
How can you improve in your skills to meet the needs of your practice? 🙌
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and Shannon Heers of Firelight Supervision, as we discuss this fascinating topic.
Click to listen now! 🎧2023-11-0333 min
Productive Therapist PodcastAnnouncing TheraBundle ft. Tamara HowellThere are seemingly endless training resources available for practice owners.
How can you find great training with less financial outlay?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my guest, Tamara Howell, as we share with you a super cool resource that does just that - TheraBundle.
Click to listen now!2023-10-1914 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Train Your Team ft. Luci CarrilloStarting and growing a group practice is hard. Your team expect you to know everything and have all the answers.
Do you need to know everything?
How can you train your team and set your practice up for success?
Join me, Uriah, and Luci, Productive Therapist's Director of Sales & Marketing, as we share with you how to train your team and grow your practice.
Click to listen now!2023-10-0621 min
Productive Therapist PodcastThe Pros & Cons of Virtual AssistantsHave you considered hiring a virtual assistant to support your practice?
In this special snippet from The Productive Practice book, join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share with you some important things to consider when looking for a virtual assistant.
Click to listen now!2023-09-2206 min
Productive Therapist PodcastConfessions Of A Retired TherapistLast year I retired as a therapist.
What led up to that decision?
And how can my experience help you?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, in this super personal episode to find out.
Click to listen now!2023-09-0806 min
Productive Therapist PodcastMy Boring BusinessListen to Uriah read his most recent post - My Boring Business2023-08-2501 min
Colleague Down the HallStrategies to Optimize Productivity and Balance in Your Therapy Practice with Uriah GuilfordIn today’s episode of Colleague Down the Hall, Uriah Guilford, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the owner of a group practice in Northern California, joined me. Listen as he shares five tips to becoming a more productive therapist. The conversation emphasizes that productivity isn't solely about efficiency but also about creating a balanced and fulfilling professional life that allows you to serve your clients effectively while also living a life that aligns with your personal goals and values. It also underscores the importance of tailoring productivity approaches to individual needs, fostering a supportive community, and embracing di...2023-08-2442 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Be A Great Intake Coordinator Part 2 ft. Luci Carrillo & Jamie MacheBeing a great Intake Coordinator takes conscious effort and specialist training.
How can you improve in your skills as an intake coordinator?
Listen in to part two of our comprehensive training as Uriah's leadership team share five more qualities of a great intake coordinator.
Click to listen now!2023-06-0238 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhitney Owens : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Whitney Owens from Whitney Owens Consulting answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Whitney and her services at https://www.whitneyowens.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-06-0203 minProductive Therapist PodcastDavid Frank : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode David Frank from Turning Point Financial Life Planning answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about David and his services at https://turningpointhq.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-3007 minProductive Therapist PodcastJulie Herres : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Julie Herres from GreenOak Accounting answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Julie and her services at https://www.greenoakaccounting.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-3006 minProductive Therapist PodcastMary Cravets : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Mary Cravets from Simply Get Clients answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Mary and her services at https://simplygetclients.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-3003 minProductive Therapist PodcastLindsay Keisman : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Lindsay Keisman from Leading Your Practice answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Lindsay and her services at https://leadingyourpractice.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-3005 minProductive Therapist PodcastCarrie Haynes : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Carrie Haynes from The Art Of Groups answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Carrie and her services at https://www.artofgroups.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-2904 minProductive Therapist PodcastDawn Gabriel : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Dawn Gabriel from Soul Care For Therapists answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Dawn and her services at https://faithfringes.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-2904 minProductive Therapist PodcastChristy Pennison : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Christy Pennison from Inspiring Possible answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Christy and her services at https://christypennison.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-2907 minProductive Therapist PodcastMichael Diettrich-Chastain : Meet You In KentuckyIn this episode Michael Diettrich-Chastain from Arc Integrated answers a few questions from Uriah about productivity, business, success and favorite bands.
Find out more about Michael and his services at https://www.arcintegrated.com/
Find out more about Productive Therapist and our services at https://productivetherapist.com/2023-05-2406 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Be A Great Intake Coordinator Pt 1 ft. Luci Carrillo & Jamie MacheBeing a great Intake Coordinator takes conscious effort and specialist training.
How can you level up your skills to go from good to great intake coordinator?
If you're a practice owner, what are some of the skills and qualities you should look for in a great intake coordinator?
Listen in as Uriah's leadership team share their experience hiring and training great intake coordinators.
Click to listen now!2023-05-1840 min
Private Practice Elevation with Daniel Fava132. 3 Tips To Get More Clients From Your Website with Uriah GuilfordIn this week’s episode of The Private Practice Elevation Podcast, you’re going to learn 3 simple ways you can get more clients from your website. In today's digital age, having an effective and well-designed website is crucial for any private practice to attract and retain clients. A website serves as an online storefront, and it is the first point of contact for many potential clients. However, simply having a website is not enough - it needs to be optimized for conversions and designed to meet the needs and...2023-04-1842 minPrivate Practice Elevation with Daniel Fava132. 3 Tips To Get More Clients From Your Website with Uriah GuilfordIn this week’s episode of The Private Practice Elevation Podcast, you’re going to learn 3 simple ways you can get more clients from your website. In today's digital age, having an effective and well-designed website is crucial for any private practice to attract and retain clients. A website serves as an online storefront, and it is the first point of contact for many potential clients. However, simply having a website is not enough - it needs to be optimized for conversions and designed to meet the needs and...2023-04-1842 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Level Up Your Employee Onboarding ft. Ashley CoxHiring is a vital part of a group therapy practice.
How can you find great people that will really help your practice grow?
How can you make hiring fun and easy? 🤩
Is that even possible?? 🤔
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my guest, Ashley Cox of SproutHR, as we share with you the tools and advice you need to level up your employee onboarding.
Click to listen now! 🎧2023-04-0641 min
Productive Therapist PodcastDesigning Your Dream LifeWhen we start out as therapists, often we have a dream or goal that we're working towards, even if it's not verbalized.
This can change over time, but designing your dream life is not only fun, it's vital for your motivation.
How can you do this in practice?
How can you stay connected to your 'why'?
What are the benefits to having your dream life clearly in mind?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I help you answer these questions.
Click to listen now!2023-02-2415 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Work 10 Hours Less Every WeekGrowing your practice takes time. A LOT of time!
Is it really possible to work 10 hours LESS every week? Absolutely!
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share with you ten ways you can work ten hours less every single week. Click to listen now!2023-01-2615 min
The Shrink Think Podcast125. Panel: On Being Men with Uriah Guilford, Ernesto Segismundo, Connor McClenahan (Part 2 of 2)We spent a weekend on a men's retreat in Las Vegas, NV at the home of Ernesto Segismundo with Uriah Guilford and Connor McClenahan-all therapists and business owners. Our goal was to connect, help each other with business ideas, and have fun! While we were there we recorded this episode around the table. We talked about how we, as men, take care of ourselves, connect with others, and be vulnerable. It was lively dialogue that we hope gives you insight and encourages you - whether you're a man or a woman, a therapist or not. This is the first of...2023-01-1834 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Manage Your Practice Finances ft. Andrew RiesenSetting up or growing a private practice can seem daunting!
Most therapists are not secret experts in setting up an LLC, SCorp, accounting, billing, payroll, budgeting, etc, etc.
How can you manage your practice finances simply and confidently?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with Andrew Riesen and share some simple solutions with you.
Click to listen now!2023-01-1225 min
The Shrink Think Podcast124. Panel: On Being Men with Uriah Guilford, Ernesto Segismundo, Connor McClenahan (Part 1)We spent a weekend on a men's retreat in Las Vegas, NV at the home of Ernesto Segismundo with Uriah Guilford and Connor McClenahan-all therapists and business owners. Our goal was to connect, help each other with business ideas, and have fun! While we were there we recorded this episode around the table. We talked about how we, as men, take care of ourselves, connect with others, and be vulnerable. It was lively dialogue that we hope gives you insight and encourages you - whether you're a man or a woman, a therapist or not. This is the first of...2023-01-1131 min
Productive Therapist PodcastScaling Your Practice ft. Maureen WerrbachDo you feel stuck and uncertain how to grow your practice? This episode is just for you! 🙌
Join me, Uriah, and fellow group practice owner, Maureen Werrbach, as we show you how to grow your practice with confidence. 🥳
Click on the link to listen now! 🎧2022-11-0429 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 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
Stuff You Wish You Learned in Grad School with Jennifer Agee, LCPCEpisode 28: The Productive Therapist featuring Uriah GuilfordUriah Guilford, founder of Productive Therapist, shares his best tips to increase productivity and work smarter not harder. Many of us have a vision of success but aren’t quite sure what to do once we reach our initial goals. Uriah’s practical approach to scaling, streamlining, and growth is both practical and exciting. Uriah Guilford is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a group practice owner and the creator of Productive Therapist, a virtual assistant company that serves therapists in private practice. He is a technology nerd, a minimalist travel packer, a rock drumm...2022-10-2621 min
Productive Therapist PodcastFramework for Delegation & Systems SuccessDelegation is a word we hear a lot of.
Why is delegation so vital for group practice owners?
How can you figure out what to delegate?
And how can you actually let go of it??
Join me, Uriah, and fellow group practice owner, Katie May, as we help you figure out what and how to delegate.
Click to listen now!2022-10-2156 min
Productive Therapist PodcastSocial Media Strategy ft. Andrea BrognanoSocial media is important to increase the visibility of nearly all practices. But social media doesn’t have to be scary!
Which platforms should you be using?
How can you figure out your goals with social media?
How to be authentic in your posts
Why simple is better
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and social media guru, Andrea Brognano, as we answer these questions and more.
Click to listen now!2022-08-1232 min
Productive Therapist PodcastFrom Therapist To Coach ft. Katie ReadMarketing and business skills are not taught as part of therapy licensure. But therapists can become some of the most powerful business and life coaches.
Why might a therapist consider becoming a coach?
What are some of the internal and external challenges to becoming a coach?
How can you move successfully from therapist to coach?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, for this fascinating conversation with business coach guru, Katie Read, as we look at why therapists make such great business coaches.
Click to listen now! 2022-07-2935 min
All Things Private Practice PodcastEpisode 40: Outsourcing Leads To Growth: The Productive Therapist [featuring Uriah Guilford]
Outsourcing is such an important part of small business growth and development. Think of it like this: "I'd rather work an extra hour each week so I don't have to mow my own lawn." Outsourcing for business is more or less the same concept.In this episode, I talk with Uriah Guilford, creator and owner of The Productive Therapist, and an expert in outsourcing business tasks to make private practice life easier and more enjoyable.When we're able to step away from the things we don't enjoy doing or don't want to do, it allows...2022-07-2031 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHiring An Assistant ft. Curt WidhalmMany therapists struggle with managing their client load, admin, billing and marketing tasks. Not to mention growing their practice at the same time!
How can hiring the right assistant help you?
What should you look for in the ideal assistant?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I chat with Curt Widhalm, host of Modern Therapist’s Survival Guide podcast, about the secret sauce for hiring your best assistant.
Click to listen now! 2022-07-1523 min
Productive Therapist PodcastTips For Managing PaperworkWhether you love or hate paper, as therapists we have a lot of paperwork that needs to be dealt with.
How can you handle paper more efficiently?
How can you go paperless where possible?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share you with some cool tips on how to manage your paperwork.
Click to listen now!2022-05-2708 min
Productive Therapist PodcastHow To Reach Your GoalsDo you need help to reach your goals?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, as I share with you crucial tips to help you finally reach your goals.
Click to listen now!2022-05-2009 min
Productive Therapist PodcastThe Problem With TherapistsTherapists all want to save the world, and many have truly amazing ideas to do that.
But busyness, burnout and distraction can be real obstacles to success.
How can you overcome these obstacles to reach your big dreams?
Join me, Uriah Guilford, and my special guest, Ernesto Segismundo, as we explore the answer to this question and give you practical tips you can apply today.
Click to listen now!2021-10-0117 min
The Practice of Therapy PodcastUriah Guilford | Managing Your Time and Being Productive In Private Practice | TPOT 176In this episode, Uriah of Productive Therapist joins the show. Uriah thinks that life is too short to burn out early. So, Uriah gives us tips on conquering the overwhelm and growing your practice seamlessly with the least amount of stress possible. First, we chat about how you can conquer the email overwhelm by using the inbox zero method and only checking your inbox three times a day. Later, Uriah reveals the three keys to productivity, and we talk about personal knowledge management. Meet Uriah Guilford I am a licensed therapist & group practice owner. I want to...2021-05-0341 min
Productive Therapist PodcastA Quick Intro to Fix This NextDo you have so many things that need doing, you're not sure what to focus on next?
In this episode, Uriah will help you apply the life-changing magic of Mike Michalowicz' latest book, 'Fix This Now', to your practice.
Expect to find clarity and 'aha' moments aplenty in this fast-paced episode!
Click to listen now!2021-02-1903 minProductive Therapist Podcast10 Questions with Kelly FitzgeraldIn this episode of the 10 Questions series, Kelly Fitzgerald, owner of Savvy Marketing Services, answers Uriah's 10 questions about productivity, rest, and business.
Kelly’s data-driven approach helps private practice owners increase organic search engine traffic to their website.
Take a listen today!2021-02-1207 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow to Make Your Mission Statement BetterWriting a mission statement for your practice can feel daunting, but Uriah shares his three elements of a great mission statement that may make it a little easier.
Tell an exciting story that positions your potential client as the hero, and you or your practice as the guide, and it will excite you and your team.
Take a listen for his tips on how to make your current mission statement better, and if you don't have one, you can create one with these simple ideas.2021-02-0503 minProductive Therapist PodcastHow Profit First Changed My BusinessWant to hear Uriah and Tracel break down a cash management strategy that guarantees a healthy and profitable business?
From Mike Michalowicz’s book Profit First, Uriah shares the fundamentals of this business-changing strategy, and how to shift the perspective on how you approach your practice’s finances. He provides a step-by-step summary of Mike’s model that tells you exactly what to do with your money to ensure your business consistently makes a profit.2021-01-2911 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy SimplePractice is the Best EHRIf you are a solo practice or group practice owner, you know that trying to find the best EHR for you is quite the task!
Did you know? Between the medical industry and the mental health industry, there are hundreds of different EHRs to choose from. And if you’re talking about EHRs just for therapists, there’s a ton.
So, what makes SimplePractice Uriah's EHR of choice?
A stable and speedy platform, excellent support, and an attractive and user-friendly navigation are just the start.
If you want to learn...2021-01-2215 minProductive Therapist Podcast4 signs you are about to make a hiring mistakeIf you have any experience with hiring, you've probably made at least one of these mistakes.
They can be frustrating and costly, so it's good to get better at this process!
Take a listen for Uriah's tips and tricks to avoid these hiring mistakes.
This content - and much more! - is available in the Productive Therapist Insider program for only $29/month.
Use the coupon code SECRET to get your first month for only $1.
And, for a FREE downloadable 1-page PDF of today's episode, click here. 2021-01-1508 minProductive Therapist Podcast13 Qualities of a World-Class AssistantHave you ever hired a virtual assistant or intake coordinator? Are you ready to hire your first one, and not sure what qualities to look for? In this episode, Uriah and Tracel discuss the top 13 qualities of a world-class assistant. From emotional intelligence to comfort and proficiency with technology, and from being a problem-solver to having a great personality, take a read for which characteristics are "make or break," and which can be taught along the way. Uriah's number one tip? Hire slow, and fire fast.2021-01-0827 minProductive Therapist Podcast10 Questions with Dr. Jonathan HorowitzIn this episode of the 10 Questions series, Dr. Jonathan Horowitz, founder of the Stress and Anxiety Center, answers all 10 questions - including the bonus question!
Dr. Horowitz's psychological consultancy helps individuals and organizations to better deal with stress and promote mental wellness, at both the individual level and the company level.
Dr. Horowitz was an early client and supporter of Productive Therapist, and he and Uriah met through a year-long mastermind group.
Take a listen today!
Today's episode features music from the band Pomplamoose, with a cover of Cher's song “Believe.”2020-12-2517 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe Power of Online SchedulingDo you use an online scheduler for scheduling your practice's intake calls?
Have you been thinking about using one, but aren't sure where to start?
In this podcast episode, Uriah and Tracel discuss everything about online schedulers!
They share their favorite online scheduling platforms, HOW it saves them time, and all the reasons it makes their lives easier. And the lives of their intake coordinators!
This is a training from the Therapy Intake Pro program, which you can check out at productivetherapist.teachable.com/p/intake-pro.
Today's episode features m...2020-12-1833 min
Productive Therapist PodcastGroup Practice Made SimpleIn this episode Uriah shares his secrets on how his group practice runs smoothly with only about 2 hours of his time per week.
What tasks can be delegated? What is best for you to keep on your plate?
Hint: once the foundation is there, plus some delegation as well as growth, it becomes very, very manageable and enjoyable.
Take a listen!
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from Pomplamoose with "Get That Body Back."2020-11-2709 minProductive Therapist PodcastAre You Ready to Work with a Virtual Assistant?Chances are, if you are asking yourself this question, you may be closer to being ready than you think!
In this episode, Uriah and Tracel discuss how to know if you're ready to work with the VA (or not!), and if you are, what you can do to get prepared.
They also share some tips on working effectively with a person once hired, whether they're virtual or in your office.
Hint: communication, check-ins, and positive reinforcement go a long way!
Take a listen to this episode and ALL episodes of the...2020-11-0616 min
Succeed Under StressUriah Guilford | Avoiding Burnout by Mastering the Art of DelegationUriah Guilford is the Owner of The Productive Therapist, a company that provides world-class virtual assistants to therapists looking to grow their businesses. Uriah is also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Guilford Family Counseling, Inc. As a licensed counselor, Uriah has gained experience in a variety of areas, including residential treatment programs, school counseling, and more. Currently, Uriah specializes in spiritual counseling and providing therapy for children and adolescents. In this episode… Whether you’re a parent, psychologist, or personal trainer, chances are you’re experiencing personal and professional stress right now. P...2020-09-2345 minProductive Therapist PodcastBenefits of Business CoachingIn this week's episode, Uriah talks about the ways that having a business coach has helped him grow as a businessperson since he opened his therapy practice in 2008. Uriah looks for 2 qualities specifically in a business coach -- take a listen to find out what they are.
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco-based band Miss Moonshine called "The Date Song."2020-09-0408 minProductive Therapist PodcastTime Saving Productivity TipsUriah shares his three best tips for productivity: elimination, automation and delegation. Take a listen and see if you can relate and take away something from any of his tips!
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features "Say Love" from the local band Miss Moonshine.2020-08-2112 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love BoomerangUriah takes us back to a blog post he wrote in 2017 about Boomerang and discusses what has changed, and suggests other features he loves that are similar to Boomerang.2020-08-0706 minProductive Therapist PodcastMy Super Productive WeekUriah delivers this week's episode from a thought-provoking walk and shares his not-so-secret-anymore secrets to his amazingly productive week. Make sure you listen to this with a great cup of tea!
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose with "Be Better at Listening."2020-07-3110 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe Ultimate Test of my Business SystemsIn this episode Uriah shares about his recent vacation and how his two businesses operated without him, including anything that required his attention.
For more info on taking extended vacations and having your business run without you check out this post: How to Take an Extended Vacation and Still Make Money
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, this track is titled Something About Us.2020-07-1711 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I am Considering a Live Answering ServiceIn this episode Uriah shares why he is considering a live answering service for his practice and its advantages.
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, Title Better at Listening.2020-07-0206 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love ActiveCampaignIn this episode Uriah shares why he loves ActiveCampaign and how it can help improve your email marketing
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a wonderful cover of the Daft Punk song Something About Us.2020-06-1906 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love TextExpanderIn this episode Uriah talks about why he loves TextExpander and how it helps him to be more productive every day.
Read the blog post version HERE.
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a wonderful Smashup of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.2020-06-0505 minProductive Therapist Podcast10 Questions with Uriah GuilfordIn this episode Uriah interviews himself! This is a new series where we have fun, smart people answer the same 10 questions. We think you will love it.
Check out our site for more info on Uriah and his team of VAs.
Featured music by my good friends from the local band Miss Moonshine. Title of the track is Shadow from the album Miss Moonshine.
Things mentioned in the episode:
Guayaki Yerba Mate
Profit First book by Mike Michalowicz2020-05-0809 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy are VAs so Expensive?In this episode Uriah talks about why virtual assistants might seem expensive, but actually provide a ton of value. Administrative support is a necessary business expense that can truly make your life better.
Read the blog post version over on our site where you can find more tips on being a productive therapist.
Featuring music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a wonderful mashup of the songs Ain't No Mountain and My Girl.2020-05-0106 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love Virtual AssistantsIn this episode Uriah talks about why he loves virtual assistants and how much working with them has improved his productivity and helped him reach his goals.
Also, check out our whole online course library HERE, including our newest course called Master of Delegation. You will love it!
Featuring music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a fantastic original song called Silly Boy.2020-04-2406 minProductive Therapist PodcastThe 3 Keys to ProductivityIn this episode Uriah and Tracel talk about the 3 keys of productivity and how they apply to therapists. The 3 keys are elimination, delegation and automation.
Also, check out our whole online course library HERE, including our newest course called Master of Delegation. You will love it!
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a wonderful mashup of the songs Billie Jean, Can't Stop the Feeling and Can't Feel My Face.2020-04-1712 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love SimplePracticeIn this episode Uriah talks about why he loves SimplePractice and how it makes his life easier. Using a good EHR system is a great step to being more productive and providing better service to clients.
Read the blog post version over on our site where you can find more tips on being a productive therapist.
Featuring music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a wonderful mashup of the songs Pumped Up Kicks by Foster The People and Everything In It's Right Place by Radiohead.2020-04-1005 minProductive Therapist PodcastPermission to not be ProductiveIn this episode Uriah and Tracel talk about giving ourselves permission to not be productive. It's ok to rest, relax and recharge during this global pandemic. Following your energy and focusing only on essential tasks is a good strategy.
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing an outstanding cover of the song Bulletproof by La Roux.2020-04-0311 minProductive Therapist PodcastGetting Ready for a Virtual AssistantIn this episode Uriah discusses the important steps to take when getting ready to work with a virtual assistant. Super practical and helpful suggestions! We also have a free resource to give you further guidance on Getting Ready to work with a VA. Check it out HERE.
Check out the blog post version on our site.
Featured music by my good friends from the band Miss Moonshine. Title of the track is The Grey from the album Miss Moonshine.2020-03-2708 minProductive Therapist PodcastTips on Keeping up with NotesIn this episode Uriah and Tracel share a few quick tips to help therapists be productive when it comes to progress notes. We also discuss an idea for a regular task that group practice owners should delegate.
Check out all of our resources over at productivetherapist.com.
This episode features music from the San Francisco based band Pomplamoose, doing a wonderful cover of the song Don't Start Now by Dua Lipa.2020-03-2008 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love GustoIn this episode Uriah gets into the reasons why he loves using Gusto for all things related to payroll and HR. It really is an amazing service!
Check out the blog post version on our site.
Featured music by my good friends from the band Miss Moonshine. Title of the track is In Blue from the album Miss Moonshine.
Disclosure: the link above is an affiliate link. This means that at no additional cost to you, I may get a commission if you make a purchase. Thanks for your support in this way!2020-03-1306 minProductive Therapist PodcastOptimizing Your Contact PageIn this episode Uriah and Tracel talk about how to optimize your contact page, the #1 mistake therapists make and our top recommendation.
For more help, check out our online course called From Website 2 Couch : A clear-cut system to eliminate phone tag, automate the initial contact & get more clients on your couch.
Featured music by my friends from the local Sonoma County band Miss Moonshine. Title of the track is Lost & Found from their debut album titled Miss Moonshine.2020-03-0609 minProductive Therapist PodcastWhy I Love ScheduleOnceIn this episode Uriah gets into the reasons why he loves using ScheduleOnce for scheduling calls and meetings. It's a huge time saver!
Check out the blog post version on our site.
Featured music by my good friend Cody Jon Martin. Title of the track is Under The Trees from the Cody Jon Martin EP.
Disclosure: the link above is an affiliate link. This means that at no additional cost to you, I may get a commission if you make a purchase. Thanks for your support in this way!2020-02-2804 minProductive Therapist PodcastNew Client Feedback FormsIn this episode Uriah and Tracel talk about the benefits of sending a feedback form to clients after the first session, plus some tips on the tech to use to make it happen.
Take a look at Uriah's New Client Feedback Form on the Guilford Family Counseling Website.
Also, grab your copy of our Client Retention Checklist to improve the services you and/or your clinicians provide to your clients, from the first phone call to the last session.
Featured music by my good friend Cody Jon Martin. Title of the track is...2020-02-2108 minProductive Therapist Podcast5 Benefits of Having an Amazing Virtual AssistantIn this episode Uriah shares about the 5 benefits of having an amazing virtual assistant.
Check out the blog post version here.
For more info on our virtual assistant services visit our website and feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Also, check out our free course called The Virtual Advantage to get help learning how to work effectively with a VA.
Featured music by my good friend Cody Jon Martin. Track title is The Garden from the Cody Jon Martin EP.2020-02-2106 minProductive Therapist PodcastIntro: Productive Therapist PodcastThanks for checking out the Productive Therapist Podcast. This is a short intro about Uriah Guilford, The Productive Therapist and what to expect from this show.
Check out our website for more info on virtual assistant services and productivity tips to help you and your therapy practice.
Featured music by my good friend Cody Jon Martin. The track is called Love from the Cody Jon Martin EP.2020-02-2102 min
The Modern Therapist's Survival Guide with Curt Widhalm and Katie VernoyDelegating Virtually Anything: An interview with Uriah Guilford, MFT, on becoming a Productive Therapist by hiring a Virtual AssistantIt’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 Uriah Guilford, MFTUriah Guilford is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, the owner of Guilford Family Co...2018-05-0735 min