Welcome to the first episode of the Say Hello to Your Therapist podcast!

In this premiere episode, we have an engaging conversation with Dr. Amber Lyda, a seasoned psychologist with extensive experience in various roles within the therapy world. Dr. Lyda shares her journey from being a client to becoming a therapist and practice manager, and now, a mentor helping other therapists navigate private practice. We delve into impactful topics such as the pros and cons of accepting insurance, the rise of big tech therapy companies, and finding the right therapeutic match. Dr. Lyda also provides practical insights into starting and managing a private practice and offers valuable advice for both therapists and clients. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities in the therapy landscape and learn how to make informed decisions about your mental health care.

Find more about Dr. Amber Lyda: Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@OnlineTherapistGroup; amberlyda.com or contact her at [email protected];

Things and people we talked about:

Kym Tolson https://kymtolson.com/

Steffeny Feld https://www.kaleidoscopecounselingstl.com/about

Justin Pruder https://www.instagram.com/amoderntherapist/

Abby Swandal https://www.instagram.com/exhaleforeight/

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) training videos https://dialecticalbehaviortherapy.com/

TIPP Skills: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGYiaoNFOD8&t=3s

Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:10 Meet Dr. Amber Lyda

00:36 Navigating the Therapy World

00:51 Finding a Therapist

01:44 Amber's Journey to Becoming a Therapist

04:10 The Rise of Telehealth

08:39 Challenges with Insurance

18:02 The Importance of Therapist-Client Connection

26:44 Degrees and Specializations in Therapy

33:01 Marketing and Niches in Therapy

41:29 Marketing Strategies for Therapists

42:56 Balancing Online and In-Person Therapy

43:40 Challenges of Insurance-Based Therapy

46:03 The Rise of Big Tech Therapy Companies

47:27 Privacy Concerns with Big Tech Therapy

56:18 Texting and Therapy: Pros and Cons

01:12:46 Financial Strategies for Therapists

01:13:54 Personal Insights and Wrap-Up