Two therapists can start their private practices with the same training, same niche, and same goals — yet their paths unfold completely differently. One thrives and builds a sustainable business, while the other struggles to keep their head above water.

In this episode, Amber explores what truly separates therapists who thrive from those who simply survive in private practice. Spoiler: it’s not luck, it’s mindset.

Sharing candid reflections from her own journey — including the day she realized that a full caseload doesn’t automatically equal fulfillment — Amber offers an honest look at how success in private practice often comes down to alignment, boundaries, and intentional growth.

Listeners will learn:

• The quiet mindset shifts successful therapists make every day
• Why sustainable business practices and clinical excellence go hand in hand
• How to redefine success in a way that fits your values, not someone else’s
• The role of reflection and recalibration in long-term success
• Why integrity and balance matter more than constant hustle

Amber reminds therapists that real success isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what matters. When you stop chasing someone else’s version of success and start defining your own, your work becomes lighter, your business becomes clearer, and your life feels like yours again.

Feeling ready to redefine success on your own terms?
DM Amber on Instagram @privatepracticeunlocked and tell her what kind of success you’re building toward — she’ll send a few tools to help you get there.

Let’s build the practice — and life — you deserve.