by Josephine Hughes | Jan 29, 2026 | Private Practice
A steady way to grow Many therapists ask how to build a private practice that lasts, especially when they want something sustainable rather than rushed or driven by pressure. Reaching the recent milestone of my 100th podcast episode prompted me to reflect on what...
by Josephine Hughes | Jan 15, 2026 | Private Practice
January can feel heavy for counsellors and a time of pressure. Enquiries might be quiet. Self-doubt can creep in. That familiar sense of falling behind can arrive before the year has really got going. And while January is just one month, it often impacts how we feel...
by Josephine Hughes | Jan 8, 2026 | Private Practice
In this post, I’m taking an honest look at accreditation. I’ll explore what accreditation actually means, why some counsellors choose to go for it, what the process involves, and how to decide whether it’s the right step for you. I’ll also talk about why choosing not...
by Josephine Hughes | Nov 6, 2025 | Private Practice
When counsellor Gemma Anderson started her training, she never imagined it would lead to a thriving private practice. Having become a mum at sixteen, she worked in a wide range of jobs — from bakery counters to loan collection and domestic cleaning — before retraining...
by Josephine Hughes | Oct 30, 2025 | Private Practice
Do you feel sceptical about the idea of email counselling? Many therapists wonder whether something that happens entirely in writing – with no tone of voice, facial expression, or real-time conversation – can really be as effective as face to face therapy....
by Josephine Hughes | Oct 23, 2025 | Private Practice
Do you ever feel like running your private practice is a bit of a roller coaster? One week you’re full of enquiries, and the next, you’re facing cancellations or empty spaces in your diary. Those highs and lows can feel exhausting – emotionally and...
