Creating space for the individual business owner to learn and grow in a community of support.
The Reality of Being a Solo Therapist
Being a solo therapist comes with unique challenges that aren't always addressed in traditional networking or business groups. The emotional toll of supporting others, the burden of running a business alone, and the struggle to maintain work-life balance can feel overwhelming. I know this firsthand because I’ve been there. For eight years, I navigated moments of doubt—juggling administrative tasks, client care, and personal responsibilities while wondering how I could possibly keep up. The truth is, many therapists feel isolated in their work, even though we spend our days deeply connected to others.
My Journey: From Struggle to Stability
I graduated from Pittsburgh School of Massage Therapy in October 2015. After bouncing between my uncle’s practice and a chiropractor’s office, I eventually settled in Wexford, taking over an existing therapist’s clientele and space while she had her second baby. I ran a Groupon promotion, and in less than a year, my schedule was packed.
I never consistently marketed myself. I didn’t offer free massages at gyms, I didn’t plaster my business cards everywhere, and I certainly didn’t join any free or paid networking groups. I simply rented a space and went with it. My connections came from random opportunities, my decision-making was mostly based on common sense, and my financial management… well, let’s just say I made my fair share of mistakes—but I'm still here and thriving.
At the same time, I was dealing with personal challenges while trying to improve my health. It took eight years, but I finally reached a place where I had the space, time, energy, and financial stability to grow. I’ve taken everything I learned—the successes, the failures, the lessons—and applied it to create a career and life that make me happy.
Now, I want to share that knowledge with you, learn with you as I grow, and help you grow. I want to help you avoid some of the challenges I faced, spark new ideas for your own practice, and create a space where we can celebrate even the smallest wins together. And, perhaps most importantly, I want us all to be prepared for whatever comes next (because I never thought I’d have to plan for a global shutdown.)
The Missing Support: Why This Call Exists
Therapists often don’t have a structured space to discuss the real struggles of balancing business, personal life, and self-care. While business networking groups exist, they typically focus on client acquisition or financial growth, ignoring the human side of running a practice.
Sure, you can hire a business coach, but what I’ve witnessed (and personally experienced) is that many lack empathy for the realities of solo practice. I tried business coaching for three years, and while some ideas seemed brilliant, they quickly became too expensive and time-consuming to maintain—especially while keeping services affordable for you guys.
I wanted something different. The industry needed something different. A space where therapists could connect on a deeper level, share experiences, and support one another through both professional and personal challenges. This call was born out of that need—a community designed for those who understand what it means to be both a business owner and a healer.
What Makes This Different?
This is not your typical networking group. It’s not about referrals, marketing strategies, or business hacks—though those topics may naturally come up. Unlike traditional networking groups that focus on exchanging leads, this space is about honest conversations, shared experiences, and genuine support.
With years of experience balancing my own practice, I understand the emotional exhaustion, decision fatigue, and constant juggling act that comes with being a therapist. Over time, I’ve built a trusted network of professionals, all of whom I rely on for accurate information and solid advice. This call provides a space where therapists can be real, be heard, and walk away feeling a little lighter. We will learn together, and figure out how the industry applies to each of us as individuals together, in a focused environment with digestible content.
Who This Call Is For (And Why You Should Join)
If you’re a therapist who:
- Feels isolated in your practice and wants a sense of community
- Struggles to balance work and personal life without burning out
- Wants a space to talk openly about both the emotional and business challenges of therapy
- Needs support without a huge financial commitment
Then this call is for you. Therapists spend their days holding space for others—but who holds space for us? This call is an opportunity to receive the same care and connection that we provide to our clients.
Join the Conversation
If you’re ready to be part of a supportive therapist community, click below to learn more and register for our next networking call. Let’s build a space where we can grow, learn, and support one another in this ever-changing profession.
