Good Enough Counsellors

Working with couples can feel very different from working with individual clients. There are two people in the room, two different perspectives and the added challenge of managing what happens between them. In this...

It can be easy to wonder if there is any point posting on social media if hardly anyone likes it or no one comments. But what if your social media is doing more work than you realise? In this episode of the Good Enough...

What happens when you realise a client has an eating disorder, but you're not an eating disorder specialist? As therapists, we're taught not to work beyond our competence. But specialist eating disorder services are...

Have you ever decided not to tell someone about your private practice because you've assumed they won't be interested? Or perhaps hesitated because you think people won't be able to afford your fees? As therapists we...

Attracting therapy clients isn't just about having a great profile. Before someone books with you, they go through a series of decisions, and understanding that journey can completely change how you try to attract...

Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'm probably just overthinking it"? That's exactly what I said in a recent supervision session. My supervisor responded with a simple question: "Are you overthinking - or are you...

As a therapist, have you ever sat down to write a social media post and wondered what on earth to say? Or even, not started a social media page because you don't know what to do? It's easy to get caught up in the...

Starting private practice can feel daunting, especially if you're wondering whether you're experienced enough, whether clients will ever find you, or whether you're making the right decision. In this episode, I talk to...

When you're trying to grow your counselling private practice, it's tempting to think you have to be the best to be successful. But maybe that belief is holding you back. In this episode, I explore an online trend of...

Many therapists have been telling me that enquiries have slowed down. Some wonder whether it's the cost of living, while others are worried that AI has changed the way clients search for a therapist online. In this...

Your therapy website is one of the most important tools for attracting clients to your private practice. In this episode, website specialist Daragh MacLoughlin from WebHealer explains why GDPR, privacy policies and...

Do you worry that potential clients will forget about you if you stop posting on social media? Summer holidays can often bring an added layer of pressure. Should you schedule posts while you're away? Is it OK to...

What does a neuro-affirming practice look like in the therapy room? As awareness of neurodivergence grows, many therapists want to work in ways that better support their neurodivergent clients. But moving beyond theory...

You spend years working towards a qualification. But after the structure of assignments and placements - and the company of tutors and fellow students - comes to an end, it can leave you wondering what comes next...

Many therapists are concerned about the rise of AI and whether it will replace therapy altogether. In this episode of Good Enough Counsellors, I'm joined by Ken Kelly, author of Ethical AI Practice. Ken believes that...