S2 E13 | Looking for More Than Solo Practice → Inside a Dietitian-Led Group Practice

What makes a dietitian move from solo private practice to a group practice—and what actually changes when they do?In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, we’re joined by Alex Raymond, RD, founder of Courage to Nourish, to explore the realities of building a dietitian group private practice and how it differs from working solo. Alex shares how values like weight-inclusive care, clinical supervision, and work–life balance shaped the structure of her practice—and why those choices matter for both clinicians and clients.We talk about:Why many dietitians outgrow solo private practiceHow group practice supervision supports clinical growth and sustainabilityThe role of niching in eating disorder private practiceSetting boundaries with clients and designing realistic caseloadsThe transition from dietitian to practice owner and leaderWhat private practice owners often don’t understand until they’re running a teamThis episode offers a clear, grounded look at group practice vs solo private practice, without hustle culture or oversimplified advice. It’s for dietitians who are curious about alternative private practice models, want stronger clinical support, or are questioning how to make private practice feel more sustainable long-term.If you’re searching for insight into dietitian group practice, private practice sustainability, or what leadership actually looks like behind the scenes, this conversation will help you think more clearly about your options.Resources mentioned in this episode:Courage to NourishIf your current way of earning limits your options more than you’d like, this will clarify why. 👉 Take the Income Stress TestHave a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at [email protected] Connected📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/HostsConnect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitianConnect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllcExtras✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorshipEnjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.About the Hosts:Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.