Building a Successful Private Practice with Tracey Carlisle

In this episode, Josephine Hughes interviews Tracey Carlisle about her inspiring journey from secure employment to establishing a fulfilling counselling private practice. Faced with frustration and the fear of returning to a job she didn't enjoy, Tracey found the courage to make a significant change in her life. She decided to take the leap into full-time private practice, realising that all her hard work and training were leading her to this moment. Tracey highlights the importance of mindset and taking action, emphasising that waiting for everything to be perfect can hold you back. Now thriving in her practice, she reflects on the support she received and encourages others to trust themselves and take that first step towards their dreams.Takeaways: Planning your exit from a full-time job can ease the transition to private practice. Building a client base can start with word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family. Establishing clear boundaries with clients from the start can prevent awkward situations later. Tracey found that taking small steps towards private practice ultimately made a significant impact on her journey. Realising that "if not now, then when" gave Tracey the motivation she needed to take the leap into full-time practiceTo take advantage of Josephine's special Therapy Growth Group offer, please click HERE to register and pay.Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREYou can also find me here:The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook GroupJosephine Hughes on FacebookJosephine Hughes on YouTubeMy website: josephinehughes.comThe information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.