STP 123 | How Therapists EARN More WITHOUT More Sessions

This episode is for therapists who are ready to stop riding the fragile rollercoaster of hourly work. If you’re exhausted, underpaid, or starting to feel the burnout creep in, it’s time to look at your practice differently.

We’ll explore:

• Why the traditional therapy model keeps you stuck
• How to diversify income without burning out
• Practical ways to earn more while protecting your energy
• You’ll understand how the hourly model holds you back

• You’ll learn how adding just two income streams can increase your revenue by 22%
• You’ll walk away with hope—and a link to 15 ways you can start earning differently today

Highlights

• [00:00] – Why the traditional hourly model is fragile and risky
• [02:01] – The 10-year burnout window for counselors—and what it means for you
• [05:00] – Who’s caring for the caregiver when the system doesn’t?
• [06:33] – The pay gap: Master's degree vs. counselor salaries
• [08:38] – How therapists added two income streams and boosted earnings 22% (TherapyDen article: https://www.therapyden.com/blog/therapist-income-usa)
• [10:34] – Real ideas: biofeedback, CEUs, telehealth across state lines
• [11:10] – Emotional margin is just as vital as financial margin
• [13:03] – Your calling doesn’t require a pay cut—smarter systems can honor both mission and income
• [13:59] – Free Resource: 15 Ways to Package Your Experience – https://www.coursecreationstudio.com/offers/FQTpX3LL/checkout

Resources & Mentions

• Counseling Today: It’s Time for a Financial Change in Counseling – https://www.counseling.org/publications/counseling-today-magazine/article-archive/article/legacy/it-s-time-for-a-financial-change-in-counseling
• TherapyDen: Therapist Income USA – https://www.therapyden.com/blog/therapist-income-usa
• Free Resource – 15 Ways to Package Your Experience – https://www.coursecreationstudio.com/offers/FQTpX3LL/checkout

Take Action
If you're ready to earn more—without more sessions—start with this simple guide: 15 Ways to Package Your Experience – https://www.coursecreationstudio.com/offers/FQTpX3LL/checkout

You became a therapist to help. That doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck in a system that doesn’t support you. Take one small, faithful step. I’m cheering you on.