The Practice of the Practice Podcast | Where Modern Psychology Meets the Business of Therapy
Joe Sanok | Private Practice Consultant, TEDx Speaker & Author of Thursday is the New Friday
Business growth meets the cutting edge of psychology. This podcast is for psychologists, therapists, counselors, coaches, and wellness professionals. It explores modern psychology and how it connects to building a thriving practice. Hosted by consultant and author Joe Sanok, it features conversations with leading academics, psychologists, business leaders, and mental health experts. Topics include psychedelic-assisted therapy, mindfulness, CBT, ACT, peak performance, and the future of mental health care. You’ll also hear clear strategies for marketing, streamlining your business, and scaling your private practice without burnout. Whether you want to sharpen your clinical skills, expand your perspective, or grow your impact, this podcast keeps you at the leading edge of mental health and practice growth.
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Apr 3, 2025 • 35min
Brighter Brains: Are We Happy Yet? with Jane Thatcher Hahn and Hannah Buzzo | POP 1188
How can we get to the true meaning of fulfillment in mental health? If we did, what would it look like? Why is embracing pain the key to true happiness […]
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Apr 2, 2025 • 32min
Brighter Brains: How Veterans Can Recover from Moral Injury with Dr. Shira Maguen | POP 1187
How can we better support veterans experiencing moral injury? What can be done to transform veteran care in today’s society? What can mental health professionals do to reduce veteran barriers […]
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Apr 1, 2025 • 27min
Brighter Brains: How Our Language Creates Our Reality with Cary Prejean | POP 1186
How does language shape our reality and narratives? What is the power of narrative in business and life? How can you transform your narratives for personal growth and success? In […]
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Mar 27, 2025 • 30min
Brighter Brains: Treating Trauma with Robyn D. Walser, Ph.D. | POP 1185
How does Acceptance and Commitment Therapy transform trauma recovery? What role does ACT therapy play in healing and understanding trauma? How can the ACT framework help you and your clients […]
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Mar 26, 2025 • 25min
Brighter Brains: Better Operations Frees Up Brain Bandwidth with Wendy McSparren | POP 1184
How do we balance technology and human connection in private practices in our modern age? How can you overcome administrative overwhelm? Where should you start today if you want to […]
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Mar 25, 2025 • 36min
Brighter Brains: How to Focus on What’s Most Important with Johnny Crowder | POP 1183
How can you keep your passion alive while supporting others by bypassing compassion fatigue? What can founders do to make sure that they don’t get sucked back into wearing all […]
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Mar 20, 2025 • 35min
Better Mental Wellness Series: Improving Your Nervous System with Dr. Lori Desautels | POP 1182
What is the role of the nervous system in mental wellness? How does understanding neuroplasticity transform mental wellness in education and parenting? What are some tools that you can use […]
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Mar 19, 2025 • 33min
Better Mental Wellness Series: Healthy Sexuality with Alexandra Katehakis, Ph.D | POP 1181
How can we navigate the complexities of modern sexuality? How can couples talk about sex in their relationships without shame or embarrassment? What has been the impact on modern sex […]
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Mar 18, 2025 • 31min
Better Mental Wellness Series: Overcoming Self Betrayal with Ilene Smith | POP 1180
What do we need to understand about the roots of self-betrayal? How do you unmask self-sabotage and betrayal, the hidden saboteur of your life? Which are some of the best […]
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Mar 13, 2025 • 31min
Better Mental Wellness Series: How to Work with Highly Sensitive People with April Snow | POP 1179
Which are some of the best practical tips for supporting highly sensitive children and partners? How can highly sensitive people unlock their superpowers? What must therapists know about working with […]
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