How to Say Something New (When Everything’s Already Been Said)
Ever feel like everything you could possibly say about self-care, stress, or slowing down has already been said?As a counsellor, you want to share ideas that genuinely help people but when every blog and social post seems to repeat the same advice, it’s easy to worry that your writing won’t stand out.In this episode, we’re talking about how to make your counselling blogs feel fresh, human, and authentic even when you’re writing about familiar topics.You’ll learn how to go deeper than surface-level “tips,” write in a way that connects, and use your real voice to build trust with the people who need you most.In This Episode, You’ll Discover:Why “tired” wellness advice isn’t bad - it’s just overusedHow to write about familiar ideas in a way that still feels meaningfulThe small storytelling tweaks that make your words landWhy your personal reflections matter more than being originalFive simple ways to bring warmth and connection into your writingLinks & ResourcesJoin the Grow Your Private Practice Membership – get support, structure, and guidance to help you get found by the right clients through ethical marketing and blogging.Find the full blog version of this episode: How to Share More Meaningful Ideas (Without Sounding Like Everyone Else)Amish HourConnect on Instagram or LinkedIn
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Is Working Alone as a Counsellor Leaving You Lonely? Let’s Talk About It
You close the laptop after your final session. The house is quiet.And even though you’ve spent all day talking, you haven’t actually connected with anyone.That quiet ache you sometimes feel? That’s loneliness. And it’s more common than counsellors admit.In this heartfelt episode, we’re talking honestly about what it’s like to work alone in private practice - the isolation, the silence, and the subtle way it can creep in.We’ll explore:Why working solo can feel so quietly disconnectingWhy needing connection doesn’t make you “less professional”Realistic ways to bring more warmth, laughter, and community into your working lifeHow to make networking feel like making friends, not marketing tortureSimple ways to stay connected whether you work online or locallyYou don’t need to overhaul your diary or become a social butterfly. Just one coffee, one chat, one small step can make a big difference.You’re a counsellor but you’re a person too. And you were never meant to do this alone.Links & Resources:Find '11 Simple Steps to Master Smalltalk' in The Vault: A library of free resources to help you grow your private practice with confidence and ease → Sign up for free
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How Counsellors Can Stop Overthinking and Start Taking Action Again
Overthinking doesn’t always feel like fear, sometimes it looks like planning, researching, or endlessly tweaking things instead of actually starting.In this episode, we’re exploring what overthinking really looks like for counsellors and coaches, how it shows up in sneaky ways, and what to do when you feel completely stuck.I’m also sharing a personal story about getting stuck in naming my own program, and the moment I finally realised I wasn’t being strategic, I was just avoiding.If you’ve been circling an idea without ever getting it off the ground, this one’s for YOU.You’ll hear:What overthinking really looks and feels likeWhy it shows up (especially for thoughtful people)Gentle, doable ways to shift into action, even if it’s just a small stepAnd if you’d like support with moving from “stuck in your head” to hitting publish on your blog, my Grow Your Blog membership is here to help.Learn more: janetravis.co.uk/framework-firstAnd for more of my free and paid resources CLICK HERE
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Counsellor Burnout: Signs You’re Running on Empty and How to Support Yourself
You hold space for everyone else - clients, family, friends. From the outside, it looks like you’re coping. But inside? You’re tired in a way that rest doesn’t touch.In this episode, I share my own story of counsellor burnout, the subtle signs you might be missing, and a few gentle ways to support yourself when you’re running on empty. Because burnout doesn’t always look like collapse. Sometimes it looks like silence, stillness, or sighing at another message you can’t face replying to.If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.What You’ll Hear:Subtle signs of counsellor burnoutMy personal experience during lockdown5 gentle, sensory ways to support yourselfEncouragement if you’re feeling flat, foggy, or disconnectedLinks & Resources:Explore Grow Your Blog + Framework FirstRelated episodes on burnout with amazing guests:Compassion fatigue and burnout: What therapists need to know, with Howard BaumgartenTherapist burnout: How to spot it and take action, with Charlie HydeAnd for more of my free and paid resources CLICK HERE
Many counsellors feel awkward about charging, or even apologetic when talking about their fees. In this episode, I share my own experiences from being told off by an electrician friend for undervaluing myself, to walking up Lincoln’s Steep Hill every week to pay for counselling when my self-esteem was at rock bottom.We’ll explore:Why so many counsellors feel guilty about moneyThe hidden cost of not raising your fees for yearsHow paying for therapy can actually be part of the healing processWhy charging fairly helps both you and your clientsIf you’ve ever struggled with the money side of private practice, this episode is here to remind you: you don’t need to apologise for charging.Resources & Links:Get Rich, Lucky Bitch by Denise Duffield-ThomasThe Grow Your Private Practice BookGet access to free resources The VaultYou might also like:Compassion fatigue and burnout: What therapists need to know, with Howard BaumgartenTherapist burnout: How to spot it and take action, with Charlie HydeShould Counsellors Offer Concessions? What to Consider Before You DecidePutting a Price on Therapy: The Importance of Getting it RightIncreasing prices the pain free way
I’m Jane Travis and I’m an ex counsellor that now works with other therapists to grow their private practice, hence the name of the show.
I’m the author of the Grow Your Private Practice book and also run the Grow Your Private Practice membership, where counsellors can get together and learn all about marketing, with a special love of all things blogging.
Okay, that’s the official stuffy 'about me' bit out of the way, because honestly, it’s so much more than that.
The truth is, the thing that really drives me, is helping counsellors - counsellors like you - to get more freedom and choice into your life so can work when you want to, how you want to and with the issues that you’re passionate about.
And importantly, to get paid properly to do so.
Because you have the freedom and choice to run a thriving private practice whilst also creating a fulfilling life for both yourself and your family.
If you want that too, please click subscribe. I hope you enjoy listening.
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