The Reality of Balancing a Full-Time Job & Starting a Private Practice with Michelle Stiles

I’m excited to welcome licensed mental health counselor Michelle Stiles to the podcast!In today’s episode, we’re chatting about the reality of balancing a full-time job & starting a private practice. We also talk about the importance of niching down and learning how to market yourself with confidence.This episode is a beautiful reminder that slow growth, brave decisions, and the right support can completely change your business (and your life)!In this episode, we cover:What it really looks like to balance a full-time job while slowly building a private practiceMichelle’s breaking point with burnout in community mental healthThe “sink or swim” moment that led her to fully commit to private practiceNavigating the fear of quitting a “stable” jobWhy Michelle chose to stop taking insurance and move fully to private payHow niching down helped her market with more clarity & confidenceUsing Instagram for both client acquisition and therapist referralsHow charging her worth led to working fewer hours + making more moneyWhat Michelle’s life looks like nowAdvice for therapists just getting startedConnect with Michelle:Follow on Instagram @panicandanxietyCheck out her websiteConnect with Kelly:Follow on Instagram @businessoftherapy and @sitwithkellyCheck out the Business of Therapy websiteMake sure to hit follow/subscribe so you never miss an episode!Resources & Links:This episode is sponsored by Alma, the financially rewarding way to go in-networkI recommend setting up an intro call scheduler within Jane - use code: KELLY2MONTH for a 2-month grace periodPrivate Practice Academy Bundle (PPA)Reels MembershipBusiness Coaching WaitlistFree trainingCaption GuideMentioned in this episode:FREE Training: How to Market & Grow Your Private Practice on Instagram