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Today’s show is a special episode about the changes on both personal and professional levels since the beginning of the pandemic. The field of mental health therapy has been flipped upside-down in many ways, and there have been numerous and unexpected positive outcomes. We can all benefit from collective learning and the sharing of our stories, so let’s listen as twenty of my colleagues answer the following question: How has the pandemic changed you as a business owner?

You’ll hear from:

●     Alice Rizzi, PsyD in NY, from Dr. Alice Rizzi

○     Alice has learned to value creativity as she’s found her entrepreneurial side and opened a private practice in NYC that focuses on mindfulness. Visit her website for a free mindfulness worksheet.

●     Monet Goldman, LMFT in CA, from Video Game Counseling

○     Monet realized that video games could be used therapeutically and deliver therapy interventions effectively. Monet helps gamers and parents live healthier lifestyles and connect socially.

●     Tatyana Kholodkov, psychologist in WY and NC, from Therapy Mindfully and The Project Yes

○     Tatyana has realized that you have to learn to say NO.

●     Jill Johnson-Young, LCSW in CA, from Jill Johnson Young and Central Counseling Services

○     Jill has learned that her business can be managed remotely and allow her more quality time at home with her family. She has learned that telehealth allows her to reach a bigger audience with her message about grief.

●     Debra Gottschalk, LPC and Art Therapist in CT, from Create Mental Wellness 

○     Debra says the pandemic has taught her that there is no time to waste. She launched her private practice to help others heal on their grief journey.

●     Nicole McNelis, LPC in PA, from Nicole McNelis

○     Because of the pandemic, Nicole realized the need to diversify her income streams and provide services to a broader audience.

●     Sovann Pen, LPC in OR, from Sovann Pen

○     Sovann realized that investing in equipment upgrades to make sessions more comfortable is a form of self-care that is helpful for therapists and clients. The pandemic has helped him produce meaningful online content and grow through continuing education.

●     Mary Bicknell, LCSW in OR, from Mary Bicknell

○     Mary recognized that she needed to stop waiting and not live with regret. She’s learned to take action in creating what she wants and helping others develop revenue streams.

●     Lisa Mustard, LMFT in SC, from Lisa Mustard

○     Lisa truly wanted to build a business that can be done virtually from anywhere. She loves not being tied to specific hours at a specific location and serving her community better by making continuing education convenient, affordable, and fun.

●     Irene Summers Temple, Licensed Psychologist in Germany, from

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