

Designer Practice Podcast: A Private Practice Podcast for Therapists and Counsellors
Kayla Das
The Designer Practice Podcast gives you tips and strategies for designing a therapy or counselling private practice that maximizes profitability while giving you time freedom so that you can spend more time outside of your business doing the things that you love.
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Nov 11, 2025 • 20min
142. Vulnerability in MSW Personal Statements: How Much is too Much? with Michelle Bruxer
If you’re applying to MSW programs, you’ve probably wondered how much is too much to divulge about your own personal experiences? In this episode of the Designer Practice Podcast, Michelle answers this very question.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode142
Michelle’s free Personal Statement Webinar: kayladas.com/mswhelperwebinar
Coupon code KAYLADAS for $10 off any MSW Helper service.
Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
Our Podcast Sponsor
Jane App: kayladas.com/jane
When you sign up for Jane App with the promotional code EVASPARE1MO you receive your first month free.
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Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Nov 4, 2025 • 31min
141. How to Overcome Failing a Therapist Licensing Exam with Vanessa Iceton
Vanessa shares strategies for how to overcome failing a therapist licensing exam.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode141
Vanessa's Website: pearlpsychological.com
Free Private Practice Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
Raspberry Press: raspberrypress.ca
Canadian Clinical Supervision Therapist Directory: canadianclinicalsupervision.ca
Credits & Disclaimers
Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Oct 28, 2025 • 26min
140. Maintaining Confidentiality When Conducting Walk and Talk Therapy with Julie Desjardins
Julie shares strategies for maintaining confidentiality when conducting walk and talk therapy.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode140
Book a Free Consultation with Julie: desjardinspsychotherapy.com
Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
The Versatile Social Worker: theversatilesocialworker.com
Raspberry Press: raspberrypress.ca
Credits & Disclaimers
Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Oct 24, 2025 • 28min
Bonus. Myth Busters About PESI Canada Certifications with Gerry Greco
In this conversation, Gerry Greco, the Clinical Director of PESI Canada and a registered psychotherapist, debunks common myths surrounding PESI Canada certifications. He explains the nonprofit's mission, highlights the importance of Canadian-focused content, and distinguishes between trainings and certifications. Gerry also discusses the relevance of accreditation standards, practical steps for claiming continuing education credits, and the value of digital badges. Listeners will gain insights into the affordable, quality training PESI Canada offers for clinicians.

Oct 21, 2025 • 17min
139. How to Direct Bill Insurance in Your Canadian Practice with Monique Sousa
Monique shares how to direct bill insurances in a Canadian practice.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode139
Monique's Courses: therapisthaven.ca
Monique's Facebook Community: kayladas.com/moniquesousagroup
Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
Canadian Clinical Supervision Therapist Directory: canadianclinicalsupervision.ca
Credits & Disclaimers
Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Oct 14, 2025 • 24min
138. EMDR-GRIEF: A Revolutionary Technique for Managing Grief with Krista Helman
Join Krista Helman, Executive Director of the Trauma and Grief Institute, as she shares her groundbreaking EMDR-GRIEF technique for managing grief. She delves into how grief disrupts attachment and the brain's processing. Krista explains the GRIEF framework, mapping out the steps from grieving to enrichment. Discover the innovative TAPS Plus model and learn how to recognize signs of successful therapy. Packed with practical advice, Krista emphasizes the importance of trauma screening and validating after-death communications.

Oct 7, 2025 • 25min
137. MSW Personal Statement Tips for Competitive MSW Admissions with Michelle Bruxer
Michelle provides MSW personal statement tips for competitive MSW admissions.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode137
Michelle’s free Personal Statement Template: kayladas.com/mswhelperpersonalstatementtemplate
Coupon code KAYLADAS for $10 off any MSW Helper service.
Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
PESI Trainings: kayladas.com/pesi
Credits & Disclaimers
Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Sep 30, 2025 • 11min
136. Regulatory Body vs. Professional Association: What's the Difference?
I'll discuss the difference between a regulatory body and professional assocation.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode136
Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
Snap SEO: snapseo.ca
Credits & Disclaimers
Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.

Sep 23, 2025 • 34min
135. How to Publish a Book as a Therapist with Cheryl Fountain
Cheryl Fountain, an award-winning author and owner of Raspberry Press, shares invaluable insights on book publishing for therapists. She breaks down traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing, weighing their pros and cons. Cheryl emphasizes the importance of support through coaching and deliberate editing stages. Listeners learn about designing covers, proofing, and timelines, with a handy 16–18 week estimate for completion. She also offers a free self-publishing roadmap, packed with tips and planning strategies to help aspiring authors navigate their publishing journey.

Sep 16, 2025 • 28min
134. Overcoming Money Shame in Your Private Practice with Linzy Bonham
Linzy shares how to overcome money shame in your private practice.
Episode Show Notes: kayladas.com/episode134
Linzy's 4-step Framework to Getting your Private Practice Finances in Order: moneynutsandbolts.com/masterclasssignup
Free Boosting Business Community: facebook.com/groups/exclusiveprivatepracticecommunity
Snap SEO: snapseo.ca
Credits & Disclaimers
Music by ItsWatR from Pixabay
The Designer Practice Podcast and Evaspare Inc. has an affiliate and/or sponsorship relationship for advertisements in our podcast episodes. We receive commission or monetary compensation, at no extra cost to you, when you use our promotional codes and/or check out advertisement links.


