January’s podcast lineup focused on the intersection of clinical depth, personal growth, and the practical realities of running a sustainable practice.
From culturally responsive work with Black women, to unpacking attachment patterns and the process of rewiring them, these conversations invited clinicians to slow down, listen more carefully, and examine the unseen dynamics shaping their work in the room.
Throughout the month, we also explored what it means to build practices that actually support the people running them—rethinking planning as a clarity practice rather than a productivity hack, examining private pay in group practice, and looking at how systems, support, and ownership (from websites to virtual assistants) can reduce overwhelm instead of compounding it.
Whether you’re refining your clinical approach, navigating growth as a practice owner, or wrestling with identity shifts and self-criticism along the way, January’s highlights offer grounded insight, practical direction, and conversations worth spending time with.
Are you a therapist counseling black women clients? How can you make space for a client who is culturally hesitant to sharing their trauma and struggle with strangers? What do all therapists need to know to become culturally competent, compassionate, and aware?
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok discusses The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women with Dr. LaNail R. Plummer.
Why a Regular Planning Practice Will Change Everything with Demir Bentley | POP 1336
Are you running your week, or is your week running you? What would change if you planned your time instead of reacting to it? What if one focused priority could replace a dozen unfinished to-dos?
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks about why a regular planning practice will change everything with Demir Bentley.
Stop Worrying About What People Think of You with Dr. Michael Gervais | POP 1335
What can world-class level sports learn from therapy, and vice versa? Why should you pursue your “messy edge”? What are the five significant mindsets that we all need to thrive in pursuit of our goals?
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks with Dr. Michael Gervais, who has worked with Olympic athletes, Super Bowl champions, Fortune 50 Leaders, and famous artists.
Renting vs. Owning: Building a Website That Grows With Your Practice | GP 311
Do you own your website, or do you rent space? Why is it recommended to get your own website as your practice grows? Which type of website allows you the license to use your creativity in marketing?
In this podcast episode, Brandon Shurn discusses his journey to growth in private practice and the importance of websites.
Going from Overwhelmed to Optimized with Tim Boyle from REVA Global Medical | GP 310
Are you looking to hire an assistant for 2026? Should you go for an in-person or virtual assistant? How can hiring a virtual assistant save you money, time, and energy?
In this podcast episode, Brandon Shurn discusses going from overwhelmed to optimized with Tim Boyle from REVA Global Medical.
Which types of childhood experiences influence what our adult attachment styles are? Is it possible to change and rewire our attachment styles? If so, where do we even start?
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok discusses attachment styles and rewiring them with Dr. Thais Gibson.
Do you feel stuck and uncomfortable when it comes to raising your rates? Are you still working yourself to the edge of burnout just to make ends meet? How can you truly level up out of financial stress and into more comfort, success, and financial security?
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks about private pay in group practice with Dr. Rebecca Resnik.
What happens when the roles and identities that once defined you no longer fit? How do you navigate the unsettling space between who you were and who you are becoming? What if midlife isn’t a crisis at all, but an invitation to evolve into your truest self?
In this podcast episode, Jennifer Froemel discusses the midlife identity transition and the disconnect between who you were and who you are becoming.
How to Meet Your Inner Critic – It Has a Story | Ep 02
Where did your inner critic come from? How can you meet your inner critic and really get to the bottom of its fear and judgment? What can you say to your inner critic to release shame, increase compassion, and free yourself from its fear of vulnerability?
In this podcast episode, Emily Pagone discusses how to meet your inner critic.
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