Thinking about expanding your therapy practice to include coaching services, but feeling unsure about the legal side of things? This conversation with Christy Westerfeld is so worth a revisit.

This episode originally aired in July 2024, and it’s one of the most downloaded episodes to date. So, I’m bringing it back to the top of your feed!

If you’ve been wondering:

• How do I set up a separate business entity?
• Can I market your therapy credentials when promoting your coaching?
• What must-haves should be included in my coaching contract to protect me and inform my clients?
• Where can I find ready-to-use legal templates and resources tailored to your coaching services?

…then this one’s for you. Christy brings over a decade of legal expertise straight to your ears, sharing invaluable tips that completely demystify the process. Even if you caught it the first time, this is a great refresher if coaching is still on your mind.

More about Christy Westerfeld:

Having been in the industry for over 5 years, she graduated at the top of her class from law school and became the top associate at her previous firm before venturing out on her own.

She truly cares about her customers and fellow female entrepreneurs. If you've seen her trainings or live sessions, you know she can get FIRED UP about some of the most common legal myths or INCORRECT legal advice given by non-lawyers or lawyers unfamiliar with this field.

Connect with Christy Westerfeld:

• Website: https://coachlegally.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachlegally/

Resources from this episode:

• QuickBooks

CONNECT AND WORK WITH CARLY

💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!

💕 Interested in working with Carly? Head over to the website

Quote:

"You need to be very clear in how you are bringing people into your space." - Christy Westerfeld

How did a burnt-out therapist build a successful coaching business while keeping her private practice? In today's episode, you'll hear about another successful therapist to coach transition with Kerry Green, who went from crying on Friday nights to hitting $10K months in her coaching business.

Kerry will share her struggle with DIY-ing her business for a year before investing in mentorship and following a step-by-step plan. She will open up about money mindset shifts, nervous system regulation, and how taking time to rest actually led to her first five-figure month. We'll chat about the somatic approach she uses with anxiety clients, how she manages both businesses simultaneously, and the systems she's building for sustainable growth.

If you're a therapist feeling stuck in burnout or wondering if adding coaching could work for you, Kerry's candid story will show you what's possible when you stop overthinking and start taking aligned action. Tune in now to learn exactly how she did it!

More about Kerry Green:

Kerry Green is a licensed therapist and coach for high achieving women who specializes in all things anxiety, trauma and the nervous system. She's a certified Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and Neuroscience Informed Therapist for Anxiety, Panic and Worry and a certified NEUROFIT Trainer. She's worked in settings all the way from Foster Care, Juvenile Justice and Mental Health Organizations, to her successful therapy practice and now - her coaching business The Neuro Babe where she's taught countless women how to finally master anxiety and heal their nervous system for good.

Topics covered in this episode:

• How Kerry's unique background in trauma therapy influenced her coaching approach.
• The breaking point that pushed Kerry to finally invest in herself and her business.
• How long it took Kerry to reach her first $10K month, and what surprising mindset shift made it happen.
• The money mindset work Kerry did to overcome her therapist to coach transition.
• How Kerry manages both her therapy practice and coaching business simultaneously.
• Two key pieces of advice Kerry would give to therapists wanting to start coaching.

Resources from this episode:

• Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy Income
• Therapist to Coach Accelerator program

Connect with Kerry Green:

• Website: https://theneurobabe.com
• Instagram: @kerrygreenofficial

INTERESTED IN WORKING WITH CARLY?

💕 Click here to explore different options

Quote:

“Take your time, take care of yourself, nourish your relationships. Don't burn yourself out, and everything will move forward, things will be okay."- Kerry Green

Feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin in your business? In this episode, I’m introducing you to The “Power of One” - the key to simplifying your approach and achieving real results. I’ll share how focusing on one client, one problem, one offer, and one platform can completely change the way you work. I’ll walk you through why doing less can help you achieve more—more clarity, more freedom, and more success.

We’ll talk about how to stop chasing every idea and spreading yourself too thin, and instead, create a business that feels sustainable and aligned with your goals. I’ll also share real examples of how this approach has worked for me and my clients, and why it’s the antidote to burnout and confusion.

If you’re ready to stop throwing spaghetti at the wall and start building a coaching business that works for you, this episode is for you. Let’s simplify, focus, and create something that truly serves you and your clients!

Topics covered in this episode:

• What is the Power of One concept?
• How focusing on one client and one problem can simplify your coaching business.
• Why subtraction is more powerful than addition in building a sustainable business.
• The benefits of creating a transformational offer.
• How to choose the right marketing platform to engage your audience?
• The steps you can take to refine your niche and scale your coaching business.

Resources from this episode:

• Therapist to Coach Accelerator program

Related episodes:

• How to Find Your Niche & Connect with Your Ideal Clients [Ep 29]

CONNECT AND WORK WITH CARLY

💕 Join the Therapist to Coach Accelerator Facebook Group.

💕 What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Drop me a DM on Instagram - I’d love to hear from you!

💕 Interested in learning more about Carly Hill? Head over to the website.

💕Get My Free Guide on How To 3x Your Income As A Coach

💕Get the step-by-step process of how to transition from therapist to coach in my book

Quote:

"By narrowing your focus, you're not limiting your potential; you're amplifying it." - Carly Hill