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Fearless Practice

Fearless Practice

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 Where are you in your private practice journey? How's it going for you? I'm Jules Smith, and I'm so glad you're here. The Fearless Practice podcast is your go-to resource for building a thriving private practice in Canada. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, this podcast is here to guide you every step of the way. I share practical tips on everything from launching your practice and filling your schedule to expanding into a group practice. But you won't just hear from me—I also interview Canadian therapists from across the country who share their real-life experiences, challenges, and wins. These honest conversations offer valuable insight, inspiration, and support to help you confidently create a private practice that works for you. Let's learn, grow, and build fearless practices—together. Direction Economie Hygiène et vie saine Management et direction Psychologie Psychologie et psychiatrie
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    • Christina Page: Private Practice Lessons in Growth | Ep 190

      Christina Page: Private Practice Lessons in Growth | Ep 190
      Feb 18 2026
      In this first installment of my series, "Where Are They Now?", I'll be interviewing past Canadian therapists that I've had on the show to see how their private practice is doing. Today, I'm checking in with Christina Page! Tune in to gain extra insight into where she was when we first spoke, and see the progress she has made! We discuss the surprising discoveries she has made along the way, the discomfort she has overcome, and the wonderful lessons that she has learned from both. Join our conversation, and see if you can pick up an informative gem to help you on your path in Canadian private practice! MEET CHRISTINA Christina Page is a Certified Perinatal Therapist and the owner of Whole Family Psychotherapy - a collective of heart-centered perinatal specialists offering virtual counselling services across Ontario to parents and parents-to-be. Christina's team offers individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and parenting support sessions for folks through pre-conception journeys, during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond into later stages of family life. The team at Whole Family understands that when parents feel whole, family systems thrive. Learn more about Christina on her practice website, Psychology Today, and LinkedIn profiles. In this episode: A quick recap Christina's group practice update to today Stepping fully into the CEO role The importance of having an emergency savings fund Christina's goals for the future A quick recap Christina re-listened to her first appearance on the Fearless Practice Podcast as well, and she discusses how much it brought back for her. At the beginning of her group private practice journey, Christina wore most of the hats. She was the clinical director, admin, and saw a full caseload of clients, all while being a mother to young children. While she loved it too, she knew that it wasn't sustainable. Therefore, over the year and a half since our first podcast episode, she has smoothed and straightened out her practice to the extent that she can take a step back and enjoy it more, rather than just running from task to task. Christina's group practice update to today Her practice has grown! They are now a team of seven therapists, including an intern. She has full admin support, which Christina explains has been one of the biggest benefits to date. As Christina explains, the most crucial element for success that she has seen in her private practice over the months is to support its flexibility. The businesses needed to handle an increased number of clients coming in, admin requests, and paperwork, which meant the business's foundation needed to be broadened, strengthened, and made as autonomous as possible so that Christina herself didn't become the bottleneck. Secondly, Christina's next biggest lesson was learning how helpful it can be to slow down. Not everything needs to be treated as a crisis, and not everything needs your response right away. Stepping fully into the CEO role Another big change that Christina hadn't ever thought would happen is that she has stopped seeing clients herself! She has since stepped fully into the role of being the practice CEO, the leader of her team, and the business entity. Christina took a leap of faith and trusted the process. She was able to work through the initial discomfort of not knowing what might happen and navigating uncertain financial situations, and while things are still not yet where she wants them to be financially, they are improving. All this was made possible by her recognizing that it would be good for her practice to take a step back from seeing clients and step forward into a more leadership role. The importance of having an emergency savings fund Having an emergency fund is crucial, and specifically for two reasons: 1 - To give you leeway to make changes in your practice, such as Christina going from a full caseload of clients to being the full-time boss only, and having some financial cushioning can help you make these transitions easier 2 - To make it through uncertain times in the economy or when client conversion rates dip, which is common in private practice Take good care of yourself and your nervous system, because tolerating the uncertainty of business in private practice, in our world today, requires you to have a sense of groundedness. Christina's goals for the future Now, Christina's goals for the future are to create stability for the practice to support and nurture what they are currently doing well. She's going to remain open and flexible in terms of what's to come! Connect with me: Instagram Website Resources mentioned and useful links: Tina Bells: Balancing Non-Profit and Private Practice | EP 189 Learn more about the tools and deals that I love and use for my Canadian private practice Sign up for my free e-course on How to Start an Online Canadian Private Practice Jane App (use code FEARLESS2MO for two months free) ...
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      33 min
    • Tina Bells: Balancing Non-Profit and Private Practice | Ep 189

      Tina Bells: Balancing Non-Profit and Private Practice | Ep 189
      Feb 11 2026
      Have you ever felt the need to choose between non-profit and private practice? Is it possible to do both? My guest today, Tina, has found a way to do so! She believes in sustainability, both in business and her personal life. For Tina, being able to offer her services in the non-profit sector helps her to make sure her expertise is available to people who need the support but can't easily afford it, and seeing private clients in her solo practice helps her to support herself! By combining both approaches, Tina can make sure she utilizes both her passion and her skills, and live while working in a way that feels fully integrated with her values. If you want to learn more, come join our conversation! MEET TINA Tina Bells is a Registered Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist based in Toronto, where she also serves as the Grief and Bereavement Coordinator for a local hospice. She is the owner of Grounded Voice Psychotherapy, her Private Practice, where she supports individuals experiencing loss and Spiritual abuse. With a Master's in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy and over a decade of experience in non-profits, including those such as shelters and correctional services, all of which inform her holistic, compassionate approach. Learn more about Tina on her practice website, Psychology Today, and LinkedIn profiles. In this episode: What motivated Tina to become a therapist Going into private practice Managing a diverse schedule Tina's goals for 2026 Tina's advice to listeners What motivated Tina to become a therapist There was no big, sudden moment of realization that Tina had to know she wanted to become a therapist. Instead, pursuing therapy came from a lifetime of interest in other people. 'I think it was a series of small things over time. I always knew I wanted to support people, that's what led to the Master's in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy, and then into the non-profit work that I have been doing for the last two decades.' - Tina Bells Initially, Tina worked mostly with people who were struggling with addictions, but with time, her passions shifted, things changed, and she began to focus on grief. That pulled her in and encouraged her to pivot her career. Going into private practice While Tina continues to work in the non-profit sector, she has begun her own Canadian private practice to prevent burnout. 'I think sustainability is an ethical issue, and that private practice allows me to do both [non-profit and private practice work], and allows me to have meaningful work in non-profit and provide for clients in a way that you can't when you're in the system.' - Tina Bells For Tina, having one foot in both the non-profit sector and private practice enables her to find a clear, sustainable balance between serving her community and her passions while still being able to earn a stable income to support herself. 'It's really amazing to serve in that way, and to meet the needs of people who wouldn't be able to access mental healthcare otherwise. [And] when you're in private practice, you're able to meet a need in a different way, so you get more time with people. You get to see some of that long-term [change].' - Tina Bells Therefore, Tina can give support and care to people who need assistance through non-profit sectors, and also continue seeing her private practice clients. Managing a diverse schedule Since Tina works in both non-profit and private practice, she needs to be strategic with her time. At the moment, she works for three days in a non-profit and two days in her private practice. With this split, she's able to work with both groups of people and still afford her lifestyle. Additionally, her private practice is completely virtual, which helps her manage her work from home on her dedicated practice days. Tina's goals for 2026 For 2026, Tina's main goal is to get groups up and running in her Canadian private practice. 'I'm trying to generate some interest in that. I would really love to do a group that focuses on the grief around losing a spiritual community. I think that's a really big piece, and it's not something that's often talked about, so that's my goal … To get a group going.' - Tina Bells She has added this option to her Psychology Today profile just to start the process. While she hasn't gotten any clients for the groups yet, the year has just begun! And Tina knows it will take some time to develop. Additionally, Tina has goals to expand her marketing efforts, especially when it comes to networking and meeting new people in the community. If you are a non-profit or private practice owner, reach out to Tina and connect. Tina's advice to listeners Don't underestimate the importance (and power!) of good supervision. Working with an expert and compassionate mentor can help you cover so much ground, especially if you are feeling unsure, nervous, or unsure how to begin this journey into therapy. Connect with me: Instagram Website ...
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      24 min
    • Nadia and Debora D'Iuso: A Sister-Team in Private Practice | Ep 188

      Nadia and Debora D'Iuso: A Sister-Team in Private Practice | Ep 188
      Feb 4 2026
      Can siblings work well together? How do family-led businesses run in the mental health space? Sisters Debora and Nadia both experienced the same childhood trauma, which sparked an interest in mental health for them from a young age. While they went their separate ways for a few years to study and pursue their careers, their paths have converged again in opening a private practice as co-founders! In this podcast episode, Nadia, Debora, and I discuss their history from past to present, what led them into therapy, and how it is running a business with your sibling. MEET NADIA AND DEBORA Dr. Nadia and Dr. Debora D'Iuso are a sister team of highly trained psychologists who believe effective therapy starts with genuine connection, empathy, and actionable strategies. Their approach combines compassion and collaboration, delivering proactive support as your mental well-being evolves through life's stages. Together, they lead Crosstown Psychology & Wellness, a Toronto-based clinic offering personalized, evidence-based care for adults, teens, and couples navigating life's challenges. Learn more about Nadia and Debora on their practice website, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles. In this episode: How Nadia and Debora became therapists Building a private practice together Marketing the private practice How Nadia and Debora became therapists Both Nadia and Debora experienced grief in their youth: their uncle, whom they were close to, died by suicide. This moment became a turning point for them both, because they turned their grief into a passion for helping others. 'I'll never forget when I heard the news, I'll never forget every moment of that experience. It stayed with me for a long time, but what really drew me to understanding what I wanted to do with my life was that experience of grief … I remember thinking, "How do I help my family through this? What do I do with this?" … It led me into this thought of, "I want to help others."' - Dr. Nadia D'luso Debora remembers when their mother came back from seeing a therapist, and how much she remarked that the experience had helped her process her grief, and it stuck with her. In their early 20s, Nadia encouraged Debora to study psychology. Since then, they both fell in love with the subject, which has steadily developed into a career that they share together. 'I think for me, my decisions to … pursue a PhD in psychology were driven by research. I was part of a psychotherapy process group, and what really attracted me to the research was studying what worked in therapy, and that's a bit of my mindset, where it is just the recognition of, "What are we doing? What is working, what isn't working?" and it spoke to my curiosity.' - Dr. Nadia D'luso Both sisters completed their PhDs separately, which helped them to develop independently and then regroup later to start a Canadian private practice. Building a private practice together Now, Nadia and Debora have been able to link arms in a shared private practice, continue learning together, and pool their skills and expertise - coupled with sibling compassion and understanding - into an aligned practice. 'We had spent a number of years working in different settings … Having worked in hospital settings, I loved my experience, but I remember having conversations: "I wish I could do more" … Ultimately, we know in real life that change takes time, and therapy takes time, and we came together with that idea of, "Let's hone in on our strengths, on our specializations, and really come together to build a practice that was consistent with how we saw effective therapy.' - Dr. Debora D'luso So far, it has been going really well! Being in private practice for Nadia and Debora has been an incredible experience for both of them. They purchased Jules' workbook to help them launch their new private practice together, which helped them tremendously. They took the information and applied it day by day, and week by week, to slowly create the most aligned practice that they could. Marketing the private practice Thinking about marketing their private practice was made so much easier when they considered what their brand would be. Discovering and building their brand helped them to stay consistent and aligned with their values throughout the process of thinking through their business, and how they would put the word out about it into the digital and local spheres around them. 'Thinking about our brand … and writing posts that were also consistent with our voice, and consistent with our values and being able to express that on [social media] platforms was something that was really exciting! So I know that we all talk about marketing as feeling initially quite scary … but it was also something for me [that was] really exciting with that opportunity of being able to speak to how I saw myself as a clinician and how I wanted to forge that connection with potential clients down the road.' - Dr. ...
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      31 min
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