Best Ted A Moreno Podcasts (2025)

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The Dangerous Mass Hypnosis of News and Social Media– Episode 486 17:07

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There is mass hypnosis happening now due to the widespread consumption of social media, the prevalence of social media addiction, and the blurring of lines between social media and news information. The concept of social media hypnosis refers to the trance-like state induced by social media platforms. Just like traditional print and television adve…

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How to Charge Premium Rates Without Guilt with Amanda Buduris 55:44

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Leaving a traditional therapy model can feel risky, but for Dr. Amanda Buduris, it was the shift that transformed her business. Amanda, a licensed psychologist and Brainspotting & EMDR therapist, joins host Michael Fulwiler to share how she went from a burned-out college counseling center employee to a thriving private practice owner charging $350 …

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Turning Email Subscribers into Clients with Avivit Fisher 45:00

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Email marketing might not be the first thing therapists think of when growing a private practice, but it’s a powerful way to build trust and drive referrals. Avivit Fisher, founder of REdD Strategy, joins Michael Fulwiler to discuss how therapists can utilize email to attract and retain clients, establish authority, and future-proof their practices…

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The Healing Power of Being in Your Body- Episode 485 15:19

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Ted discusses the work of Dr. Peter A. Levine, the developer of Somatic Experiencing, as well as the healing that is available when we allow ourselves to be in our bodies in an intentional and present way.There is a great source of wisdom and intelligence for us in our human bodies. If we can connect with and be present to our bodies, we can get in…

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How to Pivot Your Therapy Business When Life Changes with Whitney Goodman 47:08

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Building a therapy business takes persistence, creativity, and a willingness to pivot when needed. Whitney Goodman, licensed psychotherapist and founder of Calling Home, joins Michael Fulwiler to share her journey from starting private practice while working full-time to becoming a successful content creator and membership community leader. Whitney…

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When Calm Waters Get Rough: Navigating Life Transitions - Episode 484 11:50

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Life transitions when we are young are fun! We are hopeful, optimistic and energetic.Life transitions when we get older are more difficult, especially the unexpected or unwanted ones. What can we do when the waters of change get rough? How can we navigate life transitions that are difficult, overwhelming, or painful. The fact is that we are designe…

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Triumph Through Pain as a Social Worker with Bas Moreno 54:09

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A phone hovering above a mattress, a foster care caseload on hold, and a pandemic looming set the unlikely scene for this week’s social work conversation. Basiliso “Bas” Moreno, Host of the Social Work Rants Podcast, joins Michael Fulwiler to recount a journey spanning Bronx streets, foster care units, and pandemic caregiving. Bas recalls starting …

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How to Build a Sustainable, Mission-Driven Therapy Business with Kelley Stevens 51:03

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Building a thriving private practice as a therapist comes with unique challenges, from finding clients to managing finances and maintaining work-life balance. Kelley Stevens, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of The Private Practice Pro, joins Michael Fulwiler to share her journey from group practice to running a successful priva…

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How to Pay Off Debt as a Therapist with Jacent Wamala 59:06

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Getting out of debt can feel impossible, especially when you're building a therapy practice, managing student loans, and trying to make your work sustainable for the long haul. Jacent Wamala, a licensed marriage and family therapist, financial wellness coach, and founder of Wamala Wellness, joins Michael Fulwiler to share how she paid off nearly $1…

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43 Things to Stop Doing Now! - Episode 483 13:34

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We all have a pretty good idea of what we need to be doing to be happy and healthy. And we probably have some behaviors that we know we should stop.In this post, Ted gives you 43 things you should stop doing now. You already know some of them! Check it out.TedinYourHead.comBy Ted A. Moreno, C.Ht

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From Wounded Combat Vet to EMDR Therapist with Christopher Brown 51:26

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Building a private practice is great. But building one rooted in lived experience is on a whole other level. Christopher Brown, a Marine Corps veteran and EMDR-certified therapist, joins Michael Fulwiler to share his path from combat to clinical work. After surviving a suicide bombing and facing years of PTSD, Christopher found healing through EMDR…

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Out of My Head July Recap Dogs Summer and Bare Feet Episode 482 8:07

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Out of My Head: July Recap - Dogs, Summer, and Bare feet - Episode 482Ted in Your Head PodcastHere we are in the dog days of summer...wait…why do we call it that?What’s so great about walking barefoot in the grass?What did the Ted in Your Head episodes in July talk about?These question and more are answered in this episode.TedinYourHead.com…

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Has Therapy Become Too Capitalistic? with Paul Fugelsang 45:16

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Running a therapy practice while staying true to your values isn’t always easy, especially in a system that often prioritizes profit over people. Paul Fugelsang, founder and executive director of Open Path Psychotherapy Collective, joins Michael Fulwiler to talk about building a mission-driven organization that connects clients to affordable therap…

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The Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Try Hypnotherapy - Episode 481 30:38

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Why should you try hypnotherapy? What will it do for you? Is it safe? How does it work? Is there any risk?For a modality that is so powerful and effective, it’s unfortunate that so many people have so many misperceptions about hypnosis and hypnotherapy.In this episode, Ted explains clearly and simply why hypnotherapy is something you should try. Wh…

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Building Inclusive and Authentic Therapy Spaces with Gerald Joseph 52:49

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Starting a private practice sounds exciting…until the clients don’t show up. In this episode, Gerald Joseph, licensed clinical social worker and founder of The Capital Therapist, joins Michael Fulwiler to share what it’s like to build a therapy business from the ground up. Gerald opens up about their journey from fashion merchandising to mental hea…

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Why You Will Never Get Motivated Episode 480 14:00

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Ted reads another chapter from his book The Ultimate Guide to Letting Go of Negative and Fear and Loving Life. (available on Amazon.com)Are you trying to get motivated? It’s not going to happen. Motivation is not something you get. Ted tells the funny story of how he figured that out as well as what it takes to be motivated. Check out this episode …

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Office Hours: What Therapists Need to Know About AI with Ted Faneuff 45:55

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Navigating the complexities of running a therapy practice today means balancing clinical care with growing administrative demands and emerging technology. Ted Faneuff, a practicing therapist and Head of Clinical Operations at Upheal, joins Michael Fulwiler to explore how AI is reshaping mental health care and helping therapists reclaim time and red…

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Don't Let Them In! Five Steps for Keeping the Mental Mischief Makers Away - Episode 479 12:00

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In this episode, Ted reads a chapter from his book The Ultimate Guide to Letting Go of Negative and Fear and Loving Life. (available on Amazon.com)Who are the Mental Mischief Makers? Negativity, Resignation, Cynicism, and Despair to name a few. Once you let them into the house of your mind, they are hard to get rid of and will create trouble while …

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How to Design the Career You Want as a Therapist with Dr. Emily Anhalt 56:12

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Designing a career on your own terms isn’t easy, especially if it doesn’t exist out there yet. But Dr. Emily Anhalt found a way to do just that. Dr. Emily, clinical psychologist, author, and co-founder of Coa, talks with Michael Fulwiler about building a career that works for you. From her early days in private practice to launching a mental health…

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Building Therapy for Black Girls with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford 55:35

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Building a successful career in mental health often requires navigating personal challenges, shifting professional goals, and staying adaptable in the face of growing demand. Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, Founder of Therapy for Black Girls, joins Michael Fulwiler to discuss her path from a small-town Louisiana upbringing to becoming a leading voice in B…

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Out of My Head June Recap Episode 478 14:44

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In this episode, Ted recaps the Ted in Your Head Podcast episodes for June 2025.He also discusses various observations, obstacles, and obsessions that are in his head that you might identify with.TedinYourHead.comBy Ted A. Moreno, C.Ht

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Stepping Away from Private Practice with Gary “Trey” Taylor 1:02:11

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Navigating a career in social work can be incredibly challenging, especially when balancing personal struggles, family life, and the demands of private practice. Gary “Trey” Taylor, a licensed clinical social worker, educator, and consultant, joins Michael Fulwiler to share his journey from the car customization business to advocating for mental he…

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The Hidden Fear You Might Have But Don’t Know It - Episode 477 20:25

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Are you super productive and proud of it? Do people tell you that you are always busy doing something? Great!However, when you stop, slow down, or pause, do you feel anxiety, fear, or guilt? If so, you may have a hidden fear of slowing down or relaxing.There is a term called Hurry Sickness, which is the feeling of being constantly rushed and stress…

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Doubt Yourself, Do It Anyway with Patrick Casale 58:17

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Building a therapy business comes with its challenges, especially when you’re navigating AuDHD and entrepreneurship. Patrick Casale, CEO of All Things Private Practice, joins host Michael Fulwiler to talk about how embracing vulnerability and authenticity can shape a successful therapy practice. Patrick opens up about his journey of navigating ADHD…

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Introducing Season 2 of Heard Business School 1:52

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Therapists have long been told they won’t make it on their own in private practice. Season 2 of Heard Business School flips that script. In this trailer, host Michael Fulwiler introduces you to therapists who are breaking the mold, redefining what success means, and sharing honest stories from their journeys. You’ll hear from guests who have faced …

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Interview with Rohini Walker, Writer, Mentor and Consultant - Episode 476 31:29

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You must check out this fascinating and illuminating conversation with Rohini Walker, British-Indian writer and devoted practitioner of soul-body liberation. Rohini moved to the desert of Joshua Tree, California with her husband from London, England in 2013 and began a creative journey of writing, mentoring, and consulting.Rohini co-founded the art…

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I Have Become...Numb - Episode 475 17:31

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Life can be so stressful and so overwhelming, that we might seek to become…numb.There are so many ways that we can numb ourselves to the challenges of life.When this becomes a habit through the various ways available to us, then we can find ourselves stuck, stagnating, hiding out and disengaged from life.In this episode, Ted discusses the wisdom he…

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Inteview with Dr Rad - Episode 474 31:02

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Interview with Dr. Dar Radfar, Board Certified Sleep Apnea AuthorityDid you know if you're not treated for moderate to severe Sleep Apnea you could lose 12-15 years off your life? Also, a new study from the University of Wisconsin revealed that there is a 5 times higher risk of cancer of any kind if Sleep Apnea is left untreated!In this episode, Te…

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Thoughts About Life and Death – Episode 473 17:59

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Being alive is a matter of life and death. Life happens daily but death only happens once. However, we tend to avoid the subject of our own mortality, yet, what can be more personal to us? We can’t have a life without a death.In this episode, Ted reflects on the subject of life and death and discusses the questions: Why should we be mindful of deat…

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A New Direction - Episode 472 13:55

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In this episode, Ted discusses the desire to take his podcast in a new direction after almost 10 years of the Ted in Your Head Podcast. How to overcome anxiety, how to be more confident, how to let go of worry, these are good topics that Ted have been addressing but now he is asking the question: “How can we live life in a way that allows us to fee…

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Fear of Public Speaking - Episode 471 14:21

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It’s been said that for many, fear of public speaking is a fear worse than death. However, in today's business environment, chances are you will be required to give reports or presentations to colleagues or clients. Or, you may be asked to give a toast, or speak at a wedding or funeral. As with all fears, fear of public speaking is learned, and wha…

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Self Sabotage: Identifying How You Stop Your Success - Episode 470 15:07

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If you have the sneaky feeling that you are holding yourself back from taking the actions that lead to success, then there is a good chance you are engaging in self-sabotage. While some self-sabotage behaviors are easy to see, some are subconscious and therefore, hidden. In this episode of the Ted in Your Head Podcast, Ted describes the behaviors a…

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How To Find Something In Your Life That's Worth Waking Up For - Episode 469 16:56

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In this episode, Ted answers a question sent in by a Ted in Your Head listener: “I’m having a hard time waking up in the morning. I feel like there’s nothing to look forward to. How can I go about finding something in my life that’s worth waking up for?” Great question: Why get out of bed if it’s only going to be “the same ole same ole…”?Only you c…

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Protecting Your Peaceful Vibe When Everyone Else is Freaking Out – Episode 468 18:21

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Does it seem like a lot of people around you are freaking out? Anxious about money, the economy, politics and the future? Is it even possible to maintain a peaceful vibe in the midst of all this anxiety? Yes, it is possible and, in this episode, Ted talks about how to maintain a sense of calm and peace when it seems as if anxiety is like a wave thr…

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How To Keep From Pulling Your Hair Out When Things Don’t Go Your Way - Episode 467 15:07

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We know that life is not fair. We know that things don’t always go as planned. Yet in spite of knowing this, when things don’t go our way we get angry, frustrated, and upset. That’s ok, these are normal reactions unless our negative emotions overwhelm us, shut us down or create greater problems for us such as self-blaming, shaming and not feeling a…

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Healing Emotionally from Catastrophe - Episode 466 12:27

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I wanted to take some time today to talk to those of you who might be feeling anxious, insecure, and overwhelmed after the recent wildfires here in Los Angeles. I know many of you are dealing with loss, uncertainty, or just the emotional aftermath of everything that’s happened. It's a lot to process. I also want to speak to anyone out there that ha…

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8-Things-My-65-Year-Old-Self-Would-Tell-My-25-Year-Old-Self - Episode P465 15:12

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Ted has turned 65 years old and is reminiscing about his life: choices made, opportunities gained and lost, good times and bad times, trying to figure out Medicare…In this episode, Ted reveals 8 essential and valuable things that he would tell his 25-year-old self if he could with the understanding that his 25-year-old self may not listen…Perhaps s…

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Los Angeles Fires - Episode 464 6:25

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It’s Friday the 10th as I record write and four major fires are burning across Los Angeles County. My family and I are safe, the closest fire to where we live is the Eaton Fire burning in the hills above Altadena, just north of Pasadena. However, the air is thick with smoke and ash.My office is in South Pasadena and many of my clients and associate…

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Where is the Peace? Where is the Goodwill? - Episode 463 9:54

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Peace on Earth, goodwill to all is what you hear this time of year, but truth be told, it’s sad to see the level of division, distrust and anger in our country today, not to mention the strife we see in the world at large. In the news, on social media, in print, there is anger, condemnation, and blame.Where is the peace? Where is the goodwill? It s…

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Office Hours: All Things S Corps for Therapists with Andrew Riesen 45:20

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Did you know S corporations (S corps) can provide significant financial benefits for therapists and their private practices? Andrew Riesen, Co-founder and CEO of Heard, joins our host Michael Fulwiler to break down the process of electing S Corp status and using it to your advantage. He explains how it can help private practice owners save on taxes…

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How to Build a 6-Figure Therapy Practice Using Instagram with Kelly McKenna 56:03

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How do you go from nonprofit work to a private practice making 6-figures? Kelly McKenna, a licensed clinical social worker and business coach, joins host Michael Fulwiler to share how she leveraged Instagram, raised her rates, and generated $250,000 in her first full year as a private practice therapist. Kelly shares her marketing expertise, how sh…

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Becoming The Black Male Therapist with Dr. Lawrence Jackson 52:41

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Fostering a successful private practice while navigating academia, sports psychology, and representation in the therapy field can be daunting—but Dr. Lawrence Jackson has done just that. As a licensed therapist and mental performance coach, Dr. Jackson has worked with athletes transitioning out of professional sports while also focusing on elevatin…

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Remember What You Don’t Want to Think About: Memento Mori – Episode 462 12:31

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Life is short and done too soon. You think you have all the time in the world, but you don’t. While you worry about the future and wish for the past, the river of your life flows through you unnoticed. Memento Mori is Latin for Remember You Will Die. Does that depress you? Scare you? If we can move past our fear of this inescapable fact, we can see…

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Building a Therapy Practice for Asian Americans with Michelle Vo 46:29

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To truly connect with clients, therapists must embrace authenticity, cultural awareness, and personal identity. On top of that, there needs to be a deeper understanding of how our backgrounds and identities shape our practice. Michelle Vo, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and advocate for mental health, emphasizes the importance of sharing persona…

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How To Keep From Becoming A Zombie - Episode 461 15:21

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You've seen them out there. In line at the supermarket. In the car beside you on the freeway. Behind the counter at the store. Looking back at you from the mirror. Zombies! When you're a Zombie you're walking around but you're essentially walking in your sleep. You're dead to anything other than your incessant mind chatter. Life becomes boring and …

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Office Hours: How to Create a Therapist Directory Profile that Converts with Ryan Schwartz 39:14

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Creating an excellent therapist profile is more than just credentials. It’s about fostering one that truly resonates with clients in the hopes of building trust and meaningful connections. In this episode, CEO of Mental Health Match, Ryan Schwartz joins host Michael Fulwiler to share his insights on crafting therapist profiles that instill hope and…

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What About The Voice In Your Head - Episode 460 18:30

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You have a Voice in your head. You probably know this. If you don’t, you should. You might be thinking: “What voice? What is he talking about? I don’t have a voice. Maybe he has a voice in his head, but I certainly do not have one in mine!” Well, that’s what I’m talking about. It’s OK, we all have a voice in our head. The question is: What is that …

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Building Your Therapy Business In Between Sessions with Lauren Larkin 1:08:01

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Starting a private therapy practice in New York City is no small feat. Growing it into a thriving business? That’s a whole different challenge.In this episode, therapist and content creator Lauren Larkin sits down with host Michael Fulwiler to share her journey of building a successful practice in one of the most competitive cities in the world. Fr…

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Centering Inclusivity and Anti-Racism in Your Therapy Practice with Kenya Crawford 50:03

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Building a successful and inclusive therapy practice comes with its own set of challenges. Therapist and consultant Kenya Crawford, LMHC has created a model for doing just that. By centering the needs of Black queer individuals and developing an anti-oppressive pricing structure, Kenya has built a practice that prioritizes accessibility and authent…

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Ted in Your Head Interview: Paul Hermelin, Certified EFT Practitioner -Episode 459 26:09

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In this episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast, Ted interviews Paul J. Hermelin, who is a certified Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Practitioner. Paul teaches people how to manage their stress by “tapping” on select acupoints located on the hands, face and upper body, which send electrical impulses through the nervous system to the part of the …