Money Skills For Therapists
Episodes
206: A Practical Approach for Raising Fees (While Honoring the Client Relationship)
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Raising your fees can bring up a surprising amount of tension, especially when you care deeply about your clients and the relationship you’ve built....
205: Client Care and Your Wellbeing: Raising Your Rates for Good
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been avoiding raising your fee, because you're scared to have those hard conversations with your clients? If so, this is the episode for you....
204: Breaking the Martyr Cycle: Therapists, Money Shame, and Self-Care
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt a quiet tension between wanting your practice to support you and feeling like you shouldn’t need that… you’re not alone. T...
203: Overcoming Money Shame in Private Practice
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If money in your private practice brings up anxiety, avoidance, or that feeling of “I should have this figured out by now,” you’re not alone. Mo...
202: Shared Finances, Shared Growth: Tackling Financial Dynamics in Couples
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Money can sometimes feel easier to manage in your business than in your relationship. In this episode, I sit down with Ed Coambs to gently explore wha...
201: Building a Sellable Therapy Practice: Money, Mindset, and Options
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For many private therapy practices, the end-of-the-road often looks like quietly closing the door, but it can be quite exciting to entertain the idea ...
200: Seasons of Entrepreneurship: Growth, Contraction, and the Truth About Business
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For our 200th episode of Money Skills for Therapists, I invited my business besties, Tiffany McLain and Maegan Megginson, to join me for a conversatio...
199: Building Financial Buffers for Group Practice Owners (and Surviving the Summer Slump)
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seasonal slowdowns can shake even the most well-run therapy practices—especially group practices navigating payroll, profit, and growth at the same ...
198: Parenting With Purpose: Passing on Healthy Beliefs About Money
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most powerful (and often unspoken) ways we shape our kids’ relationship with money is through our own financial values and beliefs. The w...
197: Money, Boundaries, and Lessons from Group Practice Ownership
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As therapists, most of us were never taught how to run a business—let alone how to manage money, payroll, hiring, or leadership in a way that’s bo...
196: Pricing Group Therapy Offers Without Guilt
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As therapists, many of us feel a deep tension when it comes to pricing—especially when we’re creating group offers, workshops, or professional-fac...
195: When Valuing Yourself Changes Your Circle: Money, Friendship & the Grief of Growth
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As we begin to take our financial needs seriously—raising fees, setting boundaries, and valuing our work—those shifts don’t stay contained to ou...
194: Being the Breadwinning Therapist While Raising Young Kids
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a therapist who carries the weight of being the primary breadwinner while also wanting more presence, more ease, and more time with your f...
EP 193: The Benefits of Sabbaticals for Therapists: Resistance, Recovery, and Renewal
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt that deep longing to step away from your practice—not for a long weekend or a quick vacation, but for a real pause? A stretch of ...
192: Adjusting Your Private Practice in a Changing Economy (Part 2) with Julie Herres
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lately, I’ve been hearing from so many practice owners who are feeling the shift in the economy, and I want you to know—you’re not alone. Things...
191: Adjusting Your Private Practice in a Changing Economy (Part 1) with Julie Herres
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lately, so many of us are feeling the ripple effects of a shifting economy. You might notice yourself being a little more careful with your grocery bu...
190: Healing Money Shame After High-Control Religion
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed old messages about money, morality, or success still lingering—long after you’ve left a faith community or belief system tha...
189: Breaking the Hustle Cycle by Shifting your Money Mindset to Heal Scarcity and Fear
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever caught yourself living in constant hustle mode — pushing for the next milestone in your therapy practice but rarely pausing to breathe...
188: SEO for Therapists: Building Long-Term Practice Growth
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt like marketing your therapy practice is confusing, intimidating, or just not your zone of genius, you’re not alone. In this ep...
187: Building a Sustainable Private Practice During Perimenopause: Scheduling, Systems, and Self-Compassion
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens to your private practice—and your finances—when perimenopause hits and you just don’t feel like you used to?As therapists and healt...
186: Shifting From Survival Mode into Curiosity and Learning to Thrive
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been pushing through life, from one milestone to the next, with little rest in between?If so, you’re not alone. In the early years of estab...
185: Balancing Financial Success and Christian Values
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faith is a big part of our relationship to money. And this is something that I've had come up with my students over the years, not surprisingly, as th...
184: Financial Foundations for Therapists: Essential Jobs for Your Dollars
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much and how often should I be paying myself from my private practice? How can I effectively manage my business expenses? How much...
183: Therapists’ Pricing Guide to Speaking Engagements and One-To-Many Offers
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much should you charge for a talk? That’s the question my guest, Alyssa Zajael, has been exploring lately after receiving invitations...
182: Bookkeeping For Therapists Behind the Scenes: Gatekeeping vs Alignment
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As therapists, we often see bookkeepers as the magicians of our business finances — the ones who keep everything organized, balanced, and under cont...
181: How ADD Symptoms Affect Your Money and What to Do About It
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel like focus, organization, and impulsivity are some of your biggest challenges to managing your finances well, or that procrastination or a...
180: Managing Time Off Without Compromising Your Practice’s Stability with Edgar Frias
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt guilty for taking a break from work? Do you find it challenging to balance your creative pursuits with your professional responsibi...
179: Valuing Equitable Dynamics as the Breadwinner of Your Household with Maegan Megginson
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many of my students who identify as female also find themselves in a breadwinner role, which I'm going to say is probably not statistically the norm i...
178: Applying High-Vibe Energy and Positive Mindset to Your Business with Nicole McCance
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed how some people just seem to have an aura of positivity surrounding them? They exude high-vibe energy that draws others in and s...
177: Navigating Economic Instability with Dave Frank
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can you feel better prepared for the financial curveballs life can throw your way?In this episode, I’m joined once again by certified financial ...
176: Rethinking Productivity and Success in Private Practice with Diane Webber
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does freedom really look like when you’re self-employed?In this episode, I’m joined by our incredible course coach Diane Webber, who is a fin...
175: Doing It Scared: Choosing Growth Over Perfection with Jelisha Gatling
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode…What does it really mean to be free in your business, and in your life?In this episode, I talk with Jelisha Gatling, therapist and b...
174: How to Plan for Your Future Self with James Alexander
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really mean to play your own financial game? In today’s episode, I’m joined by James Alexander, a certified financial planner who bri...
173: Owning Your Power in a Shifting Therapy Landscape with Matt Cohen
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do we protect the future of our profession in a rapidly evolving mental health landscape?In today’s episode, I sit down with Matt Cohen, founder...
172FF: Building Systems That Support You and Your Brain: Linzy Answers Listener Questions
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you caught in the loop of thinking you need to learn just a little more before you take action — or feeling totally stuck when it comes to choos...
171: Essential Steps to Scale Your Practice with Nicole McCance
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you building a group practice but feeling stuck in the weeds of day-to-day operations?In this episode, I sit down with returning guest Nicole McCa...
170: Healing Financial Trauma with Ed Coambs
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to talk about money with your partner—without shutting down, spiraling, or avoiding the conversation altogether?In this epi...
169: The Truth About Mental Health Tech Companies with Megan Cornish
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can you protect your practice in a mental health tech landscape that doesn’t always have your best interests at heart? In this episode, I’m jo...
168: Finding the Right VA for Your Practice with Jessica Beagan
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you drowning in admin tasks and unsure how to get the help you need?In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Jessica Beagan, a virtual assistant ...
167: The Risks and Rewards of Angel Investing with Marcia Dawood
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to use your money to make real, tangible change in the world? In this episode, I sit down with angel investo...
166: Why Profit is Essential for Business Success with Mike Michalowicz
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to take control of your finances and build a business that works for you? In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to have Mike Michalowicz,...
165FF: Balancing Private Pay and Insurance to Create a Sustainable Practice
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you unsure how to balance insurance with private pay in your private practice? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers a questio...
164: Healing Your Relationship with Money with Bari Tessler
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you heal your relationship with money and shift your mindset around finances? In today’s episode, Linzy sits down with Bari Tessler, a financ...
163FF: How to Set Up Financial Safeguards as a Therapist in Private Practice
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What financial protections do you need when you own your own private practice? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers a question fr...
162: Redefining Self-Care in Private Practice with Karen Dyck & Melissa Tiessen
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle to prioritize your own self-care in the face of your clients’ needs? In today’s coaching episode, Linzy talks with Melissa Tiessen...
161FF: Overcoming Cash Flow Anxiety in Group Practices
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you intimidated by the numbers in your cash flow spreadsheet? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers Allison's question about managi...
160: How to Tackle Student Loan Debt with Connor Pierce
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you overwhelmed by student loan debt and unsure about your options? In this episode, Linzy is joined by expert Connor Pierce from Student Loan Pla...
159FF: Overcoming the Fear of Discussing Money with Clients
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to communicate your private pay rate to clients with confidence? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers Annette’s q...
158: Building Confidence to Leave Your Job for Private Practice Coaching Session
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you plan for a successful transition from a full-time job to private practice? In today’s coaching session, Linzy helps Christine, a therapis...
157FF: Navigating Taxes and Ethics in Your Private Practice
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you stay aligned with your values when your taxes fund things you don’t believe in? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy responds to ...
156: Managing Money as a Neurodivergent Business Owner with Amber Hawley
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to grow your practice but struggling with how to do so without burning out?In this episode, Linzy sits down with Amber Hawley, a therapi...
155FF: Making Better Decisions About Professional Development
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can you make sure that the professional development courses you’re choosing actually align with your bigger goals? In this Feelings and Finances...
154: Why We Overspend and How to Stop with Robin Valadares
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself making financial decisions that don’t really make sense—but you keep making them anyway? Maybe it’s impulse spending, ...
153FF: Facing Fear and Building Confidence in Your Private Practice
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you transitioning to a private pay model and feeling overwhelmed by the financial side of things? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode,...
152: Leading a Team and Managing a Group Practice with Felicia Keller Boyle
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a group practice owner trying to navigate the unique challenges of leadership and business growth? In today’s episode, Linzy chats with Feli...
151FF: How to Achieve Financial Goals After a Career Transition
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you transitioning from a different career into private practice and feeling overwhelmed by the financial side of things? You're not alone. In...
150: Making Strategic Moves as a Group Practice Owner - Coaching Session
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you balance serving your community with the financial realities of running a group practice? In this coaching episode, Linzy sits down with Ana...
149FF: Dealing with Money Tensions in Your Group Practice
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you stay grounded in your money values when your team challenges your decisions? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers a questio...
148: How Technology Can Support Your Practice with Amity Cooper
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can technology make your private practice more efficient and client-focused? In this episode, Linzy talks with Amity Cooper, a mental health profe...
147FF: How to Set Sustainable Fees in Your Practice
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you charging enough to sustain yourself and your practice?In this episode of Feelings and Finances, Linzy opens up about one of the biggest mistak...
146: Escaping the Burnout Cycle in Group Practice Coaching Session
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering where all your money is going, even though your business seems to be thriving?In this coaching session, Linzy sits down with Tracey ...
145FF: The Real Cost of Overbooking Yourself as a Therapist
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stuck in a schedule that leaves you feeling drained and depleted?In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy shares a deeply personal mistake...
144: Breaking Free from Magical Money Thinking with Liane Wood
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you making good money in your private practice, but finding there’s not much left at the end of the day?In this episode, Linzy chats with Liane ...
143FF: The Key to Avoiding Scheduling Stress in Private Practice
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can regular appointment slots improve your private practice? In this Feelings and Finances episode, the first in a mini series, Linzy reflects on ...
142: Moving at the Speed of Cash with Julie Herres
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to slow down and rethink your approach to business finances? In this episode, Linzy sits down with returning guest Julie Herres, owner of G...
141FF: Managing Money During Uncertain Times
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling the weight of this uncertain time? As we navigate times that can feel scary and unstable, money can play a pivotal role in grounding u...
140: Balancing Debt Repayment and Real Life with David Frank
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you balance debt repayment with the rest of your financial life? In today’s episode, certified financial planner David Frank returns to the p...
139FF: The Two Ways to Start a Private Practice
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How hard is it to start your own private practice, and how do you know when it's time to go for it? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, host L...
138: Facing Exposure Fears and Building a Scalable Business Coaching Session
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a private practitioner with a side project or budding business that feels both exciting and a little terrifying? In today’s coaching episode...
137FF: Finding Financial Calm During Stressful Times
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself slipping into a scarcity mindset when stress levels rise? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question ...
136: Money, Culture, and Navigating Oppression with Chioma Janelle Efejedia
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does culture shape the way we see and handle money? Linzy is talking with Chioma Janelle Efejedia, a therapist from Kitchener, Ontario. Together, ...
134: Catching Up to Your Growth and Success Coaching Session
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel stuck, even after achieving the success you once worked so hard for? In today’s coaching session, Linzy sits down with Walter Williams, ...
133FF: How to Overcome Anxiety About Working with Financial Experts
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does the thought of talking to financial experts stir up feelings of anxiety or even fear? If so, you're not alone. In today's Feelings and Finances e...
132: Investing for Future Security with TJ van Gerven
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find yourself stuck in the same financial patterns, even when you know better? In this episode, Linzy chats with financial advisor TJ van Gerve...
131FF: How to Set Spending Limits and Grow Your Private Practice
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself struggling to balance keeping your overhead low with the need to invest in your business? In this Feelings and Finances e...
130: Challenging Noble Poverty with Khara Croswaite Brindle
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What is noble poverty, and is it impacting your financial decisions? In this episode, Linzy welcomes financial therapist and consultant Khara Croswait...
129FF: Tax Savings and Managing the Fear of Falling Short
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you saving too much for taxes and missing out on other opportunities to grow your wealth? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses t...
128: Managing Highs and Lows in Private Practice Coaching Session
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you handle the financial ups and downs in your private practice? In this coaching episode, Linzy talks with Joanna Barrett, a therapist and Mon...
127FF: Making Sense of EHR and Billing Costs in Group Practices
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you overspending on billing and EHR services? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses how to determine if you’re paying too much ...
126: Mastering Profitability in Group Practices with Carla Titus
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you ensure your business is financially healthy while also taking care of the people who work with you? In this episode, Linzy Bonham speaks wi...
125FF: How to Approach Branding for Two Businesses
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder how to present and brand all the different things you do in your professional life? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy dives int...
124: Demystifying Insurance Coverage for Business Owners with Aviva Abraham
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you prepared for the unexpected when it comes to your health and finances? Your host Linzy sits down with insurance specialist Aviva Abraham to de...
123FF - Balancing Full Fees and Sliding Scales in Your Practice
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to balance your financial needs with your desire to offer affordable services? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers...
122: Navigating Trauma and Money Mindset Coaching Session
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to unlocking your financial potential lies in unpacking deep-seated trauma? In this coaching episode, Linzy talks with podcast listene...
121FF: How Much Buffer Do You Need in Your Business
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how much you should have saved in your business account to feel truly secure? Linzy responds to a practical question that comes up often: ...
120: How Financial Therapy Can Benefit You with Dr. Traci Williams
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if your financial struggles are more about emotions than numbers? Linzy talks with Dr. Traci Williams, a financial therapist and clinical psychol...
119FF: Transforming Your Relationship with Expenses
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel lost when it comes to managing your expenses? Have you learned to track your income but remain unsure about what to do next? In this episo...
118: Navigating Money as a Highly Sensitive Person with Lori Cangilla
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt torn between a deep desire to make a positive impact and the reality of your financial needs? If so, you're not alone. Linzy talks ...
117FF: How to Adjust Financial Goals When Life Happens - Feelings & Finances
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had your financial goals disrupted by unexpected events? In today's Feelings & Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question from lis...
116: Streamline Your Practice Using Jane with Amy-Lynn Taylor
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you spend too much time on scheduling, billing, or managing clinical notes? Linzy talks with Amy-Lynn Taylor from Jane, a clinic management softwar...
115FF: Tips for Having Multiple Businesses - Feelings & Finances
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you keep your finances in order when running both a therapy practice and a second business? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy respon...
114: Balancing Debt Payments and Daily Life Coaching Episode
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling with managing debt and balancing financial goals? In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of debt management and perfec...
113FF: Breaking Money Avoidance Habits - Feelings & Finances
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to maintain interest in managing your finances? In this episode, Linzy dives into the common challenge of sustaining financial focu...
112: From One-on-One to Online Programs with Stephanie Clairmont
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you expand your impact beyond one-on-one sessions? In this episode, Linzy welcomes back Stephanie Clairmont, founder of The Leveraged Practice...
111FF: Addressing Money Shame When Growing Your Business - Feelings & Finances
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are past money stories holding you back from financial success in your therapy practice? In this Feelings & Finances episode, Linzy explores the c...
110: Applying Business Wisdom to Our Private Practices with James Childress
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you wondered how to achieve strategic growth in your practice while prioritizing patient outcomes? James Childress, a certified public accountant...
109FF: What to Know When Scaling Your Business - Feelings & Finances
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if scaling your therapy practice is the right move? In this Feelings & Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question from Ed...
108: How to Get Unstuck with Retirement Planning Coaching Session
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling stuck when it comes to planning for retirement? Linzy sits down with listener Genevieve Strange, a psychologist who transitioned to pr...
107FF: Overcoming Self-Worth Challenges in Setting Your Fees - Feelings & Finances
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever struggled with setting your rates or felt uneasy talking about money? In today's Feelings & Finances episode, we hear questions from...
106: Stepping into Your Earning Potential with Kelly McKenna
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can embracing discomfort lead to business growth? Linzy talks with Kelly McKenna, a therapist and business owner who has helped millions of women ...