Best Tara Vossenkemper Podcasts (2025)

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How EOS Brings Stability and Purpose to Your Business with Tara Vossenkemper, PhD, LPC | WP 145 44:55

9d ago44:55

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Are you tired of holding your entire group practice together with grit, late-night Google searches, and sheer willpower? 😵‍💫 You are so not alone. Whitney Owens sits down with group practice owner and EOS expert Tara Vossenkemper, PhD, LPC, to talk about what happens when you finally stop white-knuckling your business and implement structure that a…

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Tara Vossenkemper | The Culture Code for Group Practice | TPOT 392 29:36

17d ago29:36

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Ready to Build a Private Practice People Actually Want to Work In? If you've ever wondered what it really takes to build a group practice with heart, soul, and systems that don’t make your team want to scream into a pillow, this episode is for you. Gordon sits down with the brilliant (and refreshingly honest) Tara Vossenkemper, founder, leadership …

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5 Big HIPAA Mistakes That Put Your Practice at Risk with Dr. Tiana Kelly | WP 146 32:53

2d ago32:53

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If you think HIPAA compliance is boring… think again. Hey friends, Whitney here! 🙋‍♀️ I know, I know—just hearing the word HIPAA might make your eyes glaze over. But trust me, this is the episode you didn’t know you desperately needed. Whether you're running a solo practice or leading a growing group, staying compliant isn’t optional—and the risks …

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Rachel Bentley | Why Your Inner Critic Might Be Running Your Private Practice | TPOT 394 41:04

2d ago41:04

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When it comes to leading a private practice, most people focus on strategy, logistics, and profitability. But what if the secret to becoming a better therapist, leader, and human being isn’t outside of you, but inside? In this episode, Gordon Brewer sat down with Rachel Bentley of Next Level Private Practice to explore how Internal Family Systems (…

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[Encore!] Scripts for the Hard Stuff: What to Say When It's Awkward, Emotional, or Personal 25:22

7d ago25:22

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In this encore episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper brings back one of her personal favorites: Scripts for the Hard Stuff. Originally part of a conflict miniseries, this episode dives into the messy, uncomfortable, and emotionally charged conversations that every leader faces — and offers real, usable language to h…

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Dr. Tiana Kelly | Compliance Anxiety: Systems That Strengthen Your Private Practice | TPOT 393 37:13

9d ago37:13

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Think compliance is just about HIPAA? Think again. In this episode, Gordon sits down with Dr. Tiana Kelly—licensed professional counselor, compliance expert, and co-founder of Private Practice by Design—to unpack what compliance really looks like in a modern private practice. From late notes and misgendering mistakes to the growing use of AI and ho…

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The Owner's Room: When You Realize You've Been Leading From Your Wounds 27:36

13d ago27:36

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In this Owner’s Room episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper steps out of the strategy lane and into the real talk. No polished frameworks. No tidy how-tos. Just the raw, honest mess of leadership when your old wounds sneak into the driver’s seat. Through five unfiltered questions and one all-too-real scenario, Tara e…

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Rethink Your Marketing: Fresh Strategies to Be Seen and Heard with Jimmy McKay, PT, DPT | WP 144 50:46

16d ago50:46

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Ever feel like you’re shouting into the void on social media—and still hearing crickets? Wondering why those three reels a week aren’t filling your practice? This episode of The Wise Practice Podcast is your wake-up call (and your permission slip to do content differently). I sit down with Jimmy McKay—physical therapist turned podcasting powerhouse…

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The Habits You Didn't Choose: How Early Roles Shape Current Leadership 26:58

21d ago26:58

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper dives into the messy, revealing world of leadership origin stories. From the therapist default (hi, overexplaining and holding all the space) to the over-functioning pattern (aka fixing everything before anyone else notices), she breaks down four core scripts that quietl…

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5 Pitfalls of Bootstrapped Practice Owners with Neal Samudre | WP 143 39:13

23d ago39:13

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Bootstrapping your private practice can feel like a badge of honor—gritty, independent, and determined. But that hustle can quietly turn into burnout if you're not scaling with strategy. On this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Neal Samudre joins Whitney Owens to unpack the five biggest traps that trip up bootstrapped practice owners—and how t…

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Marissa Wells | Private Practice Meets Caregiving | TPOT 391 30:46

24d ago30:46

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Ever feel like you're stuck between a full caseload and a full calendar of doctor’s appointments - for your parents? You're not alone. In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, Marissa Wells joins Gordon to talk about what it really looks like to juggle private practice while caring for aging family members. She’s not here to preach “perf…

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The Owner's Room: When You're Resentful of the Role You Created for Yourself 33:42

28d ago33:42

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In this Owner’s Room episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper gets personal, raw, and real about the emotional and operational weight of leadership. If you’ve ever looked around your group practice and thought, “Wait...did I build myself into a corner?” — this one’s for you. Tara works through five tough but clarifying…

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Simplify Your Workflows with an EHR Built for You with J. Ryan Fuller, Ph.D. | WP 142 31:39

30d ago31:39

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What if your EHR actually made your life easier instead of adding to your to-do list? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. J. Ryan Fuller—psychologist, tech innovator, and self-proclaimed former workaholic—who gets what it’s like to run a private practice and still want a life outside of it. He’s one of the brains behind a platform that’s flipping th…

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Andrea Rotondo | Private Practice Finances Don’t Have to Suck | TPOT 390 35:11

1M ago35:11

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Ever feel like you're crushing it in session but completely lost when it comes to your practice’s finances? You’re not alone—and you're definitely not broken. In this episode of The Practice of Therapy, Andrea Rotondo is here to pull back the curtain on the real reason so many therapists avoid their numbers (spoiler: it’s not laziness), and how to …

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Systems Fatigue: When EOS Stops Feeling Helpful (And What to Do About It) 22:29

1M ago22:29

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Let’s talk about systems fatigue—because yes, even with something as powerful as EOS, there comes a point where it feels heavy, clunky, or downright annoying. In this episode, I dig into what causes that burnout feeling around your systems, especially if you've been implementing EOS and suddenly feel like, “Wait… why is this not working anymore?” W…

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5 Communication Mistakes Made by Leaders with Michael Diettrich-Chastain, LCMHC | WP 141 38:45

1M ago38:45

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Whether you're leading a group practice, managing a team, or heading a project, your ability to communicate directly shapes your success. Yet even the best leaders can unintentionally undermine their message—and their mission—by falling into common communication traps. Michael Diettrich-Chastain from ARC Integrated recently shared five of the most …

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Dr. Marie Fang | What’s Really Burning You Out in Private Practice? | TPOT 389 38:37

1M ago38:37

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Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling at 8 PM wondering, “Was that the right intervention?” Or maybe you’re drowning in admin work, questioning if private practice is really the freedom-filled dream everyone said it would be? In this episode, Gordon sits down with Marie from Private Practice Skills—a therapist, creator, and all-around wise huma…

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The Owner's Room: When the Perfect Hire Looks Great on Paper (But Not in Practice) 26:37

1M ago26:37

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper gets real about the gut-wrenching moment when a hire you thought was perfect turns out to be a total mismatch. Through a candid, question-based reflection, she walks through two hiring situations — one tangled up in attachment wounds and the other tanked by her absence f…

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Don't Lower the Bar: What to Do When Hiring Feels Impossible 20:30

1M ago20:30

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper breaks down what happens when hiring gets hard and you start questioning your standards. You know that moment — you're tired, you're desperate, and suddenly "Can they do the job?" starts to feel like an acceptable question... even though it's the wrong one. Tara dives in…

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Run Profitable and Give Generously with Nate Hendrikse | WP 140 39:20

1M ago39:20

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Are you a faith-based practice owner who wants to run a profitable business and make a radical difference in the lives of your team and community? Then this episode is a must-listen. Whitney Owens sits down with faith-forward accountant Nate Hendrikse to talk about how Christian business owners can approach money differently—without sacrificing str…

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Gary Katz | Build a Group Practice on Connection, Not Chaos | TPOT 388 39:56

1M ago39:56

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🎧 Ready to Grow Your Practice Without Losing Your Soul? This Episode’s for You. In this episode, Gordon sits down with Gary Katz—psychotherapist, group practice owner, and intimacy expert—who’s scaling his business across state lines without sacrificing connection, clinical quality, or his sanity. Gary opens up about what it really takes to grow a …

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The Owner's Room: When Your Team's Behavior Doesn't Match Your Values 24:15

2M ago24:15

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In this Owner’s Room episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper gets into that maddening, murky territory where your team technically isn’t doing anything wrong… but something still feels off. When behavior doesn’t match your values, it’s not always easy to know what the hell is actually going on—or what to do about it. …

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Culture is a System, Not a Vibe 30:35

2M ago30:35

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper calls bullshit on the idea that culture is just a vibe. Sure, it feels like something when you walk into a room, but that feeling? It comes from a system—of values, behaviors, and leadership choices—firing in the background. Tara breaks down how to stop winging it and st…

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The Marketing Loop You Can't Afford to Ignore with Joshua Brummel | WP 139 32:20

2M ago32:20

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Ready to turn your “meh” marketing into momentum? In this episode, Joshua joins us to break down the magic of feedback loops—what they are, why they matter, and how you can use them to stop guessing and start growing your practice. Whether you’re rocking a solo gig or scaling a group practice, there’s one thing that makes all the difference: paying…

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Edy Nathan | Supporting Clients Through Complex Grief in Private Practice | TPOT 387 38:34

2M ago38:34

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Let’s talk about grief. (I know—what a fun little opener, right?) But hang in there, because Edy Nathan doesn’t talk about grief the way most people do. There’s no clinical detachment or textbook jargon here. Edy speaks from the kind of deep, personal knowing that only comes from living it. She lost her partner at 27—a heartbreak that didn’t just s…

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TOR: When You're Scared They'll Quit, So You Stay Silent [with Nicole Brewer] 1:10:44

2M ago1:10:44

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In this Owner’s Room special of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper sits down with Nicole Brewer, founder of Rethink Therapy and Rethink Your Practice. This one’s a no-polish, no-bullshit convo about what leadership really looks like when you’re deep in it — when the systems are built but the people stuff is still messy, emo…

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The Scripts Aren't the Problem... But You Might Be 26:34

2M ago26:34

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, I’m coming in swinging at one of the most common traps leaders fall into: obsessing over scripts instead of showing up with actual presence. If you’ve ever stalled a hard conversation trying to get the words just right, this one’s for you. We unpack why scripting becomes a crutch, what actual…

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Avoidance ≠ Harmony: How Conflict-Avoidant Leadership Backfires 32:25

2M ago32:25

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, I’m coming in hot with one of the most damaging leadership myths out there: that avoiding conflict is the same as keeping the peace. Spoiler alert—it’s not. Avoiding hard conversations might feel safe in the short term, but it’s quietly eroding your culture, your clarity, and your credibility…

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Leading Your Practice in an Uncertain Economy with David W. Frank, CFP® | WP 138 39:37

2M ago39:37

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In this episode, we’re diving into the real talk around money, mindset, and what to do when the economy feels like it’s doing cartwheels. David Frank breaks it down in a way that’s refreshingly honest, surprisingly comforting, and—yes—a little funny too (because what’s financial stress without a tiny dose of humor?). Whether you're feeling that dip…

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Kerry Thomas | Mood, Food, and Medicine in Private Practice | TPOT 386 38:43

2M ago38:43

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What if your private practice could be a place where people stop trying to fix themselves—and start actually feeling what’s going on inside? In this powerful episode, Kerry Thomas pulls back the curtain on her 25-year journey in mental health, sharing how a personal wake-up call challenged everything she thought she knew about therapy, medication, …

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The Owner's Room: When Slowing Down Feels Like Losing Ground [with Dr. Jeremy Sharp] 59:02

2M ago59:02

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Welcome to the Culture Focused Practice podcast. In this Owner’s Room episode, I’m joined by my very first guest — Dr. Jeremy Sharp — for a beautifully messy conversation about what happens after you slow down. You know that moment when the chaos stops and you should be feeling calm, but instead your brain starts spiraling with “Why am I not doing …

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Rest ≠ Stagnation: Why Integration is the Hardest Work You’ll Do (Part 2) 31:31

2M ago31:31

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper wraps up the two-part deep dive into rest, integration, and the quiet (but hard) work of leadership. This episode challenges the assumption that rest is passive, arguing instead that integration is one of the most demanding—and crucial—skills in leadership. It’s not a ga…

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Rest ≠ Stagnation: Why Integration is the Hardest Work You’ll Do (Part 1) 23:07

2M ago23:07

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper unpacks the gut-punch of realizing that rest doesn’t mean you’ve stopped growing. It just means you’re in integration mode — and, spoiler alert, integration might be the hardest damn thing you do as a leader. We dive into why rest feels so itchy, what cultural narratives…

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From Summer Slump to Strategy: Staying Strong Year-Round with Julie Herres | WP 137 34:23

2M ago34:23

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Have you ever had that moment of panic when your private practice income suddenly dips — and you’re not sure why? In this episode, financial powerhouse and author of Profit First for Therapists, Julie Herres, is breaking down exactly how to prevent those dreaded income slumps before they hit. From digging into your past financial data to spotting p…

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Julie Herres | Private Practice Tax Changes Ahead | TPOT 385 39:35

2M ago39:35

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Let’s be honest: when someone says “Let’s talk tax law,” most of us want to fake a Wi-Fi outage and run for cover. But when Julie Herres joins The Practice of Therapy Podcast, you actually want to lean in. Somehow, she manages to make the ever-shifting sands of tax policy sound (dare we say it?) friendly — like a conversation over coffee with a rea…

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The Owner's Room: When You're the Bottleneck (And You Know It) 28:56

2M ago28:56

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In this Owner’s Room episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper digs into what it feels like—and what it means—to realize you’re the bottleneck in your own business. She explores the emotional weight and operational impact of being the one who unintentionally slows everything down, despite good intentions and strong syst…

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What Most Owners Get Wrong About EOS 15:24

2M ago15:24

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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper calls out the top myths that group practice owners believe about EOS—and why those misconceptions are costing you more than you think. She breaks down why EOS is not just for large companies, why “we already do that” is a red flag, and why the system isn’t nearly as rigi…

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EOS in the Wild: How to Know It's Actually Working 25:04

2M ago25:04

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EOS isn’t just a checklist you halfheartedly check off—it’s a rhythm. A way of operating. A structure that makes space for actual leadership and sustainable sanity. In this episode, we’re digging into what it really looks like when EOS is working inside your group practice. (Spoiler: it's not about having a pretty L10 doc saved in Google Drive.) I …

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SEO Changes You Need To Know with Daniel Fava | WP 136 37:07

2M ago37:07

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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by Google's ever-changing algorithm and wondered what it really takes to get your website to rank in 2025, this episode is a must-listen. Daniel Fava breaks down the major shifts in SEO that started back in 2024 and what they actually mean for private practice owners. Spoiler: it’s not about keyword stuffing anymore …

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Dori Lewis | Should you Consider Integrating Psychedelics into Trauma Work in Private Practice? | TPOT 384 37:13

2M ago37:13

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What if the path to healing trauma isn’t just through talk therapy, but through carefully guided psychedelic experiences? In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, I sit down with Dori, an experienced therapist and psychedelic facilitator, who shares her deeply informed perspective on the nuanced, responsible, and transformational use of …

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The Owner's Room: When Clarity Isn't Enough (And You Still Feel Stuck) 24:40

3M ago24:40

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In this special Owner’s Room episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper cracks open the weird liminal space where everything in your business is running smoothly—and you still feel off. You’ve implemented EOS. Your team’s solid. Systems are humming. And yet… the spark? Nowhere to be found. Tara riffs candidly on her own …

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Real Problems, Real Tools: How to Stop Spinning in Place 30:42

3M ago30:42

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Ever feel like your practice has déjà vu on loop? Like you're solving the same problem... again... for the third quarter in a row? You're not imagining it — you're stuck in what I call “chronic problem recycling.” And spoiler: insight alone isn’t gonna fix it. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly why you’re spinning in circles and how EOS giv…

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Using Social Media and SEO to Attract New Clients with Mary Walker | WP 135 35:18

3M ago35:18

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What happens when a mental health professional with a passion for SEO gets the chance to take over the very company that launched her marketing journey? In this episode, we’re diving into Mary’s incredible leap from behind-the-scenes SEO specialist to bold business owner — and how she’s now leading a mission-driven team that puts empathy and ethics…

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Tamar Blue | Creating a Safer Space for Peer Support and Digital Therapy | TPOT 383 26:22

3M ago26:22

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Are you ready to discover a powerful new way to support your clients—and yourself? In this episode of The Practice of Therapy Podcast, Gordon sits down with Tamar Blue, founder of MentalHappy, a revolutionary platform that empowers therapists, coaches, and mental health advocates to create secure, community-driven support groups online. Whether you…

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The Owner's Room - When You're Leading (and Non One's Listening) 24:53

3M ago24:53

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This one’s for the leaders who’ve said the same thing five times (kindly, clearly, calmly) and are now screaming into the void. You’re not crazy — and no, you don’t suck at leadership. But something is definitely off. In this Owner’s Room episode, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper riffs on the soul-sucking dynamic of doing your damn best to lead…and watching n…

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Structure ≠ Control: How to Use EOS Without Becoming a Micromanaging Nightmare 19:07

3M ago19:07

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Structure doesn’t have to mean micromanagement, rigidity, or soul-sucking spreadsheets. In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper unpacks how EOS (the Entrepreneurial Operating System) actually creates freedom, not constraint, when it’s done well. We’re busting myths about “structure = control,” walking through …

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Feedback that Works: How EOS Creates Safe, Structure Conversations 25:42

3M ago25:42

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Let’s be real—giving feedback shouldn't feel like walking into a firing squad or hosting a damn hug circle. (Though, for the record, I am pro hug circle.) In this episode, I unpack why feedback feels so freaking hard for most leaders—and how EOS makes it easier, cleaner, and way less soul-sucking. We dive into the real emotional fallout of unclear …

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Called to Travel: Create a Mobile Practice with Kym Tolson, LCSW | WP 134 33:07

3M ago33:07

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In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, I’m joined by Kym, a true pioneer in the world of traveling therapists. She’s the real deal—honest, experienced, and incredibly generous with her wisdom. Kym opens up about what it actually takes to live abroad while running a successful online therapy practice. From navigating licensing laws and liabil…

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Steve Bisson | Let the Work Find You: Niching with First Responders Through Podcasting | TPOT 382 40:33

3M ago40:33

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What Happens When the Work Finds You? Steve Bisson didn’t plan to become a go-to therapist for first responders—but sometimes, purpose arrives without a roadmap. In this episode, Steve shares how a chance encounter on a crisis team back in 1999 set off a chain of events that led to a passionate, purpose-filled career. From riding along in police cr…

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Ask a Pastor: What Churches Look for in Therapist Partnerships with Pastor Payton Stone | WP 133 44:10

3M ago44:10

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In this powerful conversation, Pastor Payton flips the script on how mental health professionals engage with spirituality. For clients whose faith is central to their identity, it’s not just relevant — it’s essential. Payton makes the case that integrating spiritual life into clinical work isn’t just respectful; it’s transformative. He shares what …

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