by Josephine Hughes | Apr 29, 2025 | Private Practice
Setting up in therapy private practice is exciting – but let’s be honest, it can also be overwhelming. Maybe you’ve just qualified and keep hearing, “So, are you going to go into private practice?” And you say, “Yes… soon,” while quietly panicking inside. Or...
by Josephine Hughes | Apr 8, 2025 | Private Practice
When you’re setting up a counselling private practice, there’s so much uncertainty – and a lot of unwritten rules. You might not even realise they’re there at first. They show up in thoughts like: “I should offer a free introductory call…” “I need to fit...
by Josephine Hughes | Apr 1, 2025 | Private Practice
Have you ever had a client just… disappear? No cancellation, no explanation – just silence? Being ghosted in therapy can bring up all sorts of emotions – self-doubt, frustration, even embarrassment. It’s easy to start wondering: Did I do...
by Josephine Hughes | Mar 25, 2025 | Private Practice
Why Fear Holds So Many Counsellors Back from Starting Private Practice When Katrina Johnson first considered starting private practice, she felt what many therapists feel – fear. Despite over 20 years of experience, she stayed in her job at a domestic abuse...
by Josephine Hughes | Mar 11, 2025 | Private Practice
Running a private therapy practice comes with its own set of challenges, but what happens when you’re also managing a chronic illness? In my latest Good Enough Counsellors podcast, I spoke with therapist and author Elizabeth Turp about navigating private practice...
by Josephine Hughes | Feb 19, 2025 | Private Practice
If you’re wondering how much should I charge as a therapist? you’re not alone. Fee setting is one of the trickiest aspects of private practice, and many therapists struggle to know what’s fair, ethical, and financially sustainable. If you prefer to listen,...
