The Therapist Hustle: From Grad School to Group Practice

Jul 23, 2024

Dive into the heart of Manhattan's therapy scene as Kelley Stevens warmly welcomes the pioneering Reina Zelonky to the Private Practice Pro podcast. Reina opens up about her innovative group practice, which tackles challenges such as addiction and anxiety with the aid of three other seasoned experts. She's a staunch advocate for the irreplaceable value of face-to-face therapy while also accommodating the modern need for online sessions. From her early ambitions in graduate school to her rise as a thriving private practice entrepreneur, Reina acknowledges the crucial role her support network has played. Juggling the hats of both manager and therapist, she emphasizes the importance of genuine connections and a vibrant team environment. Listen in as Reina offers priceless wisdom for those starting their journey in the therapy profession. Prepare to be inspired! 🎙️💡

Guest Bio:

Reina Zelonky is a Marriage and Family Therapist who runs a busy group private practice on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, New York. Reina specializes in addiction, couples and families. She has additional training from the Ackerman Institute and is trained in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy. Reina's approach is strength based and relational. She is committed to helping individuals have stronger bonds and healthier relationships in order to decrease unhealthy habits and behaviors. She believes in the power of stories and works with her clients to re-write their narratives to highlight resilience and hope.

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ReinaZelonky.com

In this Episode:

• Treating addiction, mental health, and relationships.
• Reina shares her story of building a successful practice against the odds.
• The hurdles of starting private practice.
• The role of support, hard work, and resilience in growing Reina's clientele.
• Shifting to managing a group practice while juggling family life.
• Strategies for recruiting and mentoring a therapy team.
• Insights into running a group practice, including staffing choices.
• The advantages of seasoned therapists and managing clinical vs. administrative duties.
• Reflections on personal growth and the essence of therapy.

Highlights:

(00:00) - Building a Practice in New York City

(03:22) - Transition to Private Practice

(09:21) - Growing a Private Practice

(13:01) - Collaboration and Referral Sources

(15:52) - Transition to Group Practice

(18:01) - Hiring and Supervising Therapists

(20:48) - Belief in Yourself and Patience

(22:35) - Marketing via Social Media

(23:19) - Oversaturation of Therapist Content

(25:11) - Excuses and Putting Yourself Out There

(25:27) - Promoting and Filling Private Practice

(25:50) - Ask Kelly Anything

References:

Mentaya → https://www.mentaya.com/?referrerid=kelley

Private Practice Roadmap Course → https://members.theprivatepracticepro.com/privatepracticeroadmap/

Marketing for Therapists Course → https://members.theprivatepracticepro.com/marketing-course/

Get 2 months FREE with Simple Practice → https://partners.simplepractice.com/tppp

Ask Kelley Anything → [phone]

This podcast is produced and managed by Jenga Creative → jengacreative.com