Therapists Rising Podcast

Therapists Rising Podcast

Welcome to the Therapists Rising Podcast, where we share real, raw, and behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from Therapists who are thinking outside the traditional clinical box and choosing to do things differently in their careers. I’m your host, Dr. Hayley Kelly, and I myself have made the journey from a very experienced, but burnt out and unhappy, Clinical Therapist - to a successful entrepreneur who runs a business she loves, is thriving financially, and working and living life on her own terms. Join me, and be inspired, as I speak with other Therapists who too are broadening their horizons, and experiencing more abundance, joy, and fulfilment than ever before. Together we will laugh, soak up priceless wisdom and take actionable steps, to help you transition from clinical practice to non-clinical offerings, and diversify and amplify your income - all while honouring your wellbeing and having a work-life balance. If you’re ready to be inspired and take action on your dreams, then you’re in the right place, friend. This is the Therapists Rising Podcast.

Episodes

June 11, 2025 33 mins

Ever find yourself sabotaging your own success the moment things start working? Yeah, I see you there - saying no to opportunities that could expand your reach, undercharging like it's a badge of honor, or suddenly deciding your perfectly good program needs to be "better" before you can launch it.

Here's the thing nobody talks about in our field: you're not afraid of failing. You're terrified of succeed...

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It's 8 PM. You finished seeing clients hours ago, but you're still at your computer responding to course emails, updating social media, and planning next quarter's strategy.

Every decision runs through you. Every problem lands on your desk. Your business literally cannot breathe without you.

If that sounds familiar—if you've become the center of everything in your business—this isn't a sign you're doing ...

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You want to grow. You want to reach more people, serve more deeply, make your work financially sustainable.

But not if it costs your values. Not if it fries your nervous system. Not if it costs your soul.

If you've ever watched other practitioners scale their businesses and thought, "I want to grow, but not like that" - this episode is for you.

This is Episode 3 of our From Therapist to Visionary mini-series, where we&a...

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Your calendar is overwhelming. Your nervous system is fried. Every decision - from what email to send to whether you should hire someone - feels exhausting.

And every piece of business advice tells you to "step into your CEO energy" or "think like a boss"... but that feels completely wrong in your body.

What if the problem isn't that you're not cut out for leadership? What if the problem is that you&apos...

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You did it.

You mapped the modules. Built the curriculum. Maybe even sold out your first launch.
Your course, program, or offer is live—and people actually bought it.

So… why do you feel so weird?

If you’re standing in that liminal space between relief and restlessness, pride and paralysis—you’re not broken. You’re expanding.

This episode kicks off our 4-part mini-series From Therapist to Visionary—an unfiltered exploration of what...

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You’ve built your course.
 Your modules are mapped, your portal’s prepped, your curriculum is solid.

And then someone asks:
 “So… where’s the community space?”

Cue the existential spiral.

Because as a therapist, “community” doesn’t just mean “extra feature.”
 It means emotional responsibility. Boundary navigation.
 And the very real possibility that you’ll end up holding space you never consented to.

But here’s the trut...

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It starts off sounding perfect.

Create a course once. Let it sell itself. Finally step off the therapy treadmill and wake up to payment notifications instead of a full caseload.

But what no one tells you? Most therapists who try that route end up with a silent checkout page and a whole lot of self-doubt.

If you’ve ever wondered why your course isn’t selling - or whether this whole “passive income” thing is even real for someone like y...

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So… someone told you to start a Facebook group to grow your audience.

And you did it.
You picked a cute name. Made a welcome post. Maybe even went live (sweating bullets but pretending it was chill).
And then… crickets.
Or worse - an entire digital ghost town of lurkers, silent members, and zero sales.

If that’s you - this episode is your permission slip and your reality check.

Because while Facebook groups are pitched as ...

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So… you launched your online program.

You crafted the sales page. You sent the emails. You even hit publish while whispering “this better work” under your breath.

And then… crickets.

Maybe your friend signed up. Maybe your mum said she’s proud. But internally? It felt like failure.

If that’s you—pause right here. Because this episode is your loving intervention and your practical roadmap to get things back on track.

We’re breaking down ...

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Somewhere between your fifth Canva graphic and your third platform login of the day, you started wondering…

“Is this what it takes to be seen?”

Because apparently, if you’re not on Instagram and TikTok and LinkedIn and Threads — you're falling behind. Or invisible. Or both.

But here’s the thing:
For therapists, “visibility” isn’t just about reach. It’s about safety.
And when the business world screams “just show up more,”...

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So… apparently therapists are being replaced by chatbots now. Clients are rolling into sessions with ChatGPT transcripts like,

“This helped more than our last three appointments. Oh, and it’s free.”

Yeah. That’s happening. And if you’re even mildly freaking out, you’re not being dramatic. You’re being awake.

In this episode, I’m not here to sprinkle affirmations over your fear or convince you to go become a tech bro. I’m here to talk ...

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Ever feel like your next certification might just be the thing holding you back?

If you're nodding along (or feeling personally attacked already), grab a coffee, because this episode is your loving wake-up call. Today, we're tackling the therapist's sneaky habit of certification hoarding—and why your endless pursuit of the next qualification might actually be the biggest roadblock to your success, visibility, and impa...

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Ever thought, “Facebook ads are just a fancy way to light my money on fire”?
If the idea of opening Business Manager, setting a budget, or seeing a giant $0 in your results column makes your armpits sweat, this episode is for you.

Today, I'm joined by Facebook Ads and Funnel Strategist Natalie Alaimo—the magical unicorn who actually makes ads feel doable (and dare I say, a little bit fun?).
With over a decade of real-...

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Think AI is just for writing session notes? Think again.
If you've been avoiding AI because you don't want to sound like a robot—or worse, feel like you’re cheating—this episode is for you.

We’re pulling back the curtain on AI for therapists—specifically how it can help you grow your practice, build your brand, and sell your digital offers faster and with way less burnout.

This isn’t a tech tutorial or a boring AI hype...

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Ever thought, “There’s no way in hell I could run a webinar”?
If the idea of live teaching, pitching, or even showing up on Zoom makes your armpits sweat, this episode is for you.

We're pulling back the curtain on webinars—what they really are, why they’re not as scary (or salesy) as you think, and how therapists can use them to grow their programs without turning into awkward marketing robots.

This isn’t a how-to or a slid...

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Ever stared at your course platform and thought, “What in fresh hell is this?!” If the idea of choosing the right tech stack for your online program makes you want to throw your laptop out the window, this episode is for you.

We’re cutting through the noise to talk about the real-world pros and cons of the most popular hosting and delivery platforms for therapists creating online programs, memberships, and courses. No fluff. No tech...

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Ever feel like you're doing all the “right” things—planning, learning, dreaming big—but you still can’t seem to move forward?

You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re likely stuck in a very real nervous system response… and no amount of strategy can fix that alone.

In this powerful and vulnerable episode, I’m joined by clinical health psychologist, researcher, and EFT powerhouse Dr. Peta Stapleton to unpack the real reasons so...

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Ever been asked to do a quick guest presentation—only to find yourself buried in hours of prep, stressing over pricing, and wondering if it was even worth it?

If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting visibility and honouring your energy and expertise, this episode is for you.

In this power-packed 15-minute episode, I’m diving into one of the most common dilemmas for therapists stepping into entrepreneurship: how to handle guest spea...

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Ever feel like you've crammed absolutely EVERYTHING into your online course because you're afraid it's not enough? You're not alone! In this episode, I'm diving into one of the biggest challenges therapists face when creating online programs - overdelivering to the point where students get overwhelmed and drop off.

I reveal why your students aren't completing your course (hint: it's not because the...

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Ever find yourself staring at a blank page, trying to name your online program and getting absolutely nowhere? You're not alone! In this mini-episode, I'm tackling one of the most common questions therapists ask when creating their first online program.

In this episode, I break down why so many therapists struggle with naming their programs and introduce my proven CLEAR framework specifically designed for therapists lookin...

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