The Entrepreneurial Therapist Podcast

Are you a therapist looking for a one-stop shop for practice building and personal development? Then you're in the right place!Your host, Danielle Swimm, believes that therapists are meant to live full, abundant lives and create businesses along the way. We talk all things mindset, marketing and systems for today's entrepreneurial therapist. Danielle and her guests will share behind the scenes of mistakes they've made and lessons learned along the way. The episodes are raw and real, reminding you that even when times are hard, you can still achieve your own version of success. You will leave each episode feeling motivated and inspired each week to build the practice and life of your dreams. If you're a therapist who likes to listen to Lewis Howes, Rachel Rodgers or Rachel Hollis, you'll feel right at home here. Let's get started!Launching 23 Feb 2022

The Entrepreneurial Therapist Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Danielle Swimm, with 241 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Danielle Swimm hosts The Entrepreneurial Therapist Podcast, a business show with 241 episodes published.

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  Episode #240

  EP 240: Stop Marketing Everywhere: What Actually Grows a Group Practice with Laurel van der Toorn

  Aug 19, 202627 min

  What would happen if you stopped trying to market your practice everywhere and focused only on what actually works? In this episode, I'm joined by Laurel van der Toorn, a therapist and group practice owner who has built a successful virtual, trauma-focused practice by doing less, but doing it strategically. We talk about why she chose to stay virtual, how niching around EMDR has helped bring in the right clients, and why she decided to stop focusing on social media and podcasting after looking at the numbers. Laurel also shares how she approaches SEO, backlinks, networking, email marketing, and even uses AI to help nurture referral relationships. We talk about what has actually moved the needle for her practice, what she's stopped doing, and how focusing on a few strategic efforts can protect your time while still growing your business. Topics Covered in this Episode: 2:45 - The unexpected source of Laurel's best-fit clients 5:10 - Why she stopped trying to be everywhere online 7:02 - The networking system that keeps relationships going 10:18 - How she uses AI to make networking easier 14:06 - What actually makes referrals turn into clients 17:24 - The SEO strategy that helped her virtual practice grow 20:11 - How she built hundreds of backlinks If you've been wondering whether you really need to be on every platform, create endless content, or try every marketing strategy out there, tune in! Resources Mentioned: Connect with Laurel: www.laureltherapy.net Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 3 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle Fill Up Therapists: $0-$60k If you are needing more private pay clients in your practice in 2026, the Practice Accelerator is the perfect fit for you. Use the code ALLIN as a podcast listener to get $100 off at checkout. Scale Up Therapists: $60-$200k+ Group practice owners, content creators and therapists scaling beyond 1-1. Apply here for the next round of Scale Up Mastermind where I help therapists create additional revenue streams and scale to multi six and seven figures.

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  Episode #239

  EP 239: How to Prepare Yourself to Make More Money

  Aug 12, 202620 min

  What if the biggest thing standing between you and more money isn't your strategy at all? In this episode, I challenge the assumptions we often make about growing our businesses and invite you to ask a much deeper question: do you actually want the level of success you're working toward? I share the mindset shifts, subconscious beliefs, and practical preparations I've been working through in my own business, along with why your capacity to receive more revenue starts long before the money ever arrives. We also talk about what it really looks like to prepare for growth by strengthening your systems, learning how to manage larger amounts of money, surrounding yourself with people who can support your next level, and becoming someone who acts decisively instead of waiting until success forces you to change. Topics Covered in this Episode: 1:18 - Why wanting more money and being ready for more money are not always the same thing 3:10 - The simple question that can expose what's really holding your business back 6:22 - How to know if your business could actually handle a major increase in sales 13:08 - Why the people around you can influence how much success you're willing to create 17:05 - The habit that separates entrepreneurs who move forward from those who stay stuck 18:12 - How acting like your future self can change the way you lead your business If you're ready to stop hoping for more income and start preparing for it, you don't want to skip this episode. Resources Mentioned: Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 3 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle Fill Up Therapists: $0-$60k If you are needing more private pay clients in your practice in 2026, the Practice Accelerator is the perfect fit for you. Use the code ALLIN as a podcast listener to get $100 off at checkout. Scale Up Therapists: $60-$200k+ Group practice owners, content creators and therapists scaling beyond 1-1. Apply here for the next round of Scale Up Mastermind where I help therapists create additional revenue streams and scale to multi six and seven figures.

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  Episode #238

  EP 238: How AI is Changing SEO for Therapists with Kristie Plantinga (And What Actually Works)

  Aug 5, 202624 min

  SEO is changing faster than ever, and what worked even a year ago might already be outdated. In this episode, I'm joined once again by SEO expert Kristie Plantinga to unpack what therapists actually need to know about ranking online in 2026. We dive into the rise of AI search, whether AI optimization (AIO) is really different from SEO, and why therapists may have more of an advantage than they realize as tools like ChatGPT and Google's AI Overviews continue to shape how potential clients find providers. We also talk about what strategies are still worth your time, what advice has become outdated, and why Google Business Profiles may now be one of the highest leverage marketing tools available. Kristie shares her thoughts on blogging in the age of AI, how to position yourself as the go to expert in your niche, and why being known for one specific thing matters more than ever. If you've been wondering where to focus your marketing efforts without wasting time on tactics that no longer work, this conversation will give you clarity and direction. Topics Covered in this Episode: 4:48 - Why ChatGPT is recommending private practices over big tech companies 10:45 - The biggest SEO priorities therapists should focus on right now 14:20 - Why your Google Business Profile may matter more than your website 16:55 - What Google actually rewards in an AI driven world 18:10 - Is blogging still worth your time in 2026? 21:00 - The search terms and specialties therapists should be targeting 23:00 - How becoming known for one thing can transform your visibility Resources Mentioned: Connect with Kristie: placedigital.com Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 3 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle Fill Up Therapists: $0-$60k If you are needing more private pay clients in your practice in 2026, the Practice Accelerator is the perfect fit for you. Use the code ALLIN as a podcast listener to get $100 off at checkout. Scale Up Therapists: $60-$200k+ Group practice owners, content creators and therapists scaling beyond 1-1. Apply here for the next round of Scale Up Mastermind where I help therapists create additional revenue streams and scale to multi six and seven figures.

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  Episode #237

  EP 237: BTS How I Made $8k/ in One Hour

  Jul 29, 202627 min

  How did a simple one hour workshop turn into an $8,000 revenue day? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of one of the most unexpected launches I've ever had and break down exactly what happened, what I think made it successful, and what I'd do differently next time. I share why I finally stepped outside my comfort zone to talk numbers, how a spontaneous idea from a coffee shop became a profitable offer, and why understanding my audience mattered far more than having the perfect launch strategy. I also dig into the bigger lessons this experience taught me about marketing in today's AI driven landscape. We talk about creating low ticket offers that genuinely solve a pressing problem, why I trusted my instincts instead of asking for permission, how simple marketing outperformed overcomplicated strategies, and why being willing to pivot may be one of the most valuable business skills you can develop. Topics Covered in This Episode: 6:45 - The surprising ingredient that made people buy immediately 9:58 - Why I stopped asking for validation before launching new ideas 13:41 - The simple marketing strategy that outperformed my expectations 17:36 - What today's online buyers are actually looking for 20:51 - The failed workshop that completely changed my perspective 23:58 - An email from one therapist that reshaped my entire mission 25:47 - The seven hour breakdown behind an $8,000 launch If you've been wondering whether now is the right time to launch something new, simplify your offers, or adapt your business to the changing AI landscape, this episode will give you plenty to think about. If you want to purchase the $47 AIO Workshop to help your practice show up in ChatGPT and be recommended by AI, you can purchase it here . Resources Mentioned: Join the AIO Workshop: https://danielle-s-school8.teachable.com/p/seo-workshop Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 3 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle Fill Up Therapists: $0-$60k If you are needing more private pay clients in your practice in 2026, the Practice Accelerator is the perfect fit for you. Use the code ALLIN as a podcast listener to get $100 off at checkout. Scale Up Therapists: $60-$200k+ Group practice owners, content creators and therapists scaling beyond 1-1. Apply here for the next round of Scale Up Mastermind where I help therapists create additional revenue streams and scale to multi six and seven figures.

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  Episode #236

  EP 236: How to Implement Profit First with Andrea Rotondo

  Jul 22, 202627 min

  Money stress doesn't have to be the price of running a successful therapy practice. In this episode, I sit down with Profit First expert and therapist bookkeeper Andrea Rotondo to talk about one of the most overlooked parts of private practice: creating a financial system that gives you clarity instead of constant anxiety. We unpack how the Profit First framework works specifically for therapists, why simply looking at your bank balance can be misleading, and how organizing your money with intention can help you prepare for taxes, annual expenses, payroll, vacations, and future growth without the last minute panic. We also discuss the difference between paying yourself and earning true profit as a business owner, why even starting with just 1% can make a meaningful difference, and how building healthy financial systems can create more freedom, confidence, and sustainability in both your business and your personal life. Topics Covered in this Episode: 2:18 - Why so many therapists avoid their finances and what it may be costing them 6:08 - The real meaning behind the Profit First philosophy and why it is not about putting money before people 10:45 - The simple bank account system that can completely change how you view your business finances 14:32 - How often you should move money and why timing matters more than you think 17:42 - The financial habit that can help you finally feel in control of your practice 20:12 - Why your profit account should never be confused with your paycheck 21:58 - The surprisingly simple way to start implementing Profit First without overwhelming yourself 24:08 - How quarterly profit distributions can become one of the most rewarding parts of owning a practice Resources Mentioned: Andrea's Website: https://www.liquidcentsbookkeeping.com/ Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrearotondo1/ Connect with Andrea on IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrea.rotondo/ Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 3 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle Fill Up Therapists: $0-$60k If you are needing more private pay clients in your practice in 2026, the Practice Accelerator is the perfect fit for you. Use the code ALLIN as a podcast listener to get $100 off at checkout. Scale Up Therapists: $60-$200k+ Group practice owners, content creators and therapists scaling beyond 1-1. Apply here for the next round of Scale Up Mastermind where I help therapists create additional revenue streams and scale to multi six and seven figures.

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