Practice Pursuit for Therapists
Welcome to Practice Pursuit for Therapists, the podcast hosted by friends and therapists Rachel Kimbrel and Adrienne Schmidt!
If you’re wondering how to start a private practice or grow your existing therapy business, this podcast is your go-to resource. Drawing from their personal experience as successful private practice owners, Rachel and Adrienne share candid, behind-the-scenes conversations about both the emotional and practical challenges of launching and managing a thriving private practice for therapists.
Each episode offers actionable insights and essential steps to help you build a sustainable, fulfilling therapy business that fits your unique goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, Practice Pursuit for Therapists is a must-listen for any aspiring or current practice owner ready to unlock their full potential.
Visit us at practicepursuit.com for free resources, coaching bundles, templates, and more. We look forward to connecting with you on your journey!
Practice Pursuit for Therapists
Therapist and Private Practice Burnout Mini Series Part 6: Not Seeing Progress in Clients, Feeling Responsible for Clients’ Progress, and Managing the Stress of Proving Medical Necessity with Insurance
When Progress Stalls and Paperwork Piles Up: Preventing Burnout in Private Practice
In this insightful episode of Practice Pursuit for Therapists, hosts Adrienne and Rachel explore a few of the hidden burnout triggers that many therapists face but rarely talk about—stagnant client progress, insurance documentation stress, and the emotional weight of feeling solely responsible for client outcomes.
Whether you're managing the emotional fatigue of slow client breakthroughs or battling the pressure of proving medical necessity to insurance providers, this episode offers grounded, practical guidance to help you maintain both your momentum and mental well-being in private practice.
What You’ll Learn:
🧠 How to Handle Stalled Client Progress
Get actionable strategies for staying motivated, managing frustration, and holding realistic expectations for therapeutic outcomes.
⚖️ Letting Go of Over-Responsibility
Learn how to set healthy boundaries, support client autonomy, and protect your own energy from burnout caused by self-imposed pressure.
📋 Insurance Stress: Proving Medical Necessity
Hear candid insights about navigating the demands of insurance documentation and how to advocate for your time and energy.
🛠️ Tailored Self-Care for These Specific Stressors
Explore therapist-specific self-care tools designed to help you stay grounded, present, and resilient—even when you're overwhelmed.
Rachel and Adrienne blend clinical expertise with real-world experiences to empower you with the clarity, perspective, and support you need to thrive—not just survive—in private practice.
🎧 Tune in now to gain practical tools for burnout prevention and emotional sustainability.
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