Money Skills for Therapists Podcast

Money can be stressful and confusing for therapists and health practitioners in private practice – dealing with all of our feelings and stories about it, understanding how to actually manage our business finances, and making money work for us in our lives can feel so daunting that many therapists just avoid dealing with money altogether. Join Linzy Bonham, therapist and creator of Money Skills for Therapists, as she demystifies all things private practice finances through short and sweet solo episodes, conversations with therapists who have transformed their relationships with money, and live coaching calls with Money Skills for Therapists students.

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Hi I'm Linzy

I’m a therapist in private practice, and a the creator of Money Skills for Therapists. I help therapists and health practitioners in private practice feel calm and in control of their finances.

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Check out our latest episodes....

The Truth About Mental Health Tech Companies with Megan Cornish Episode Cover Image

How can you protect your practice in a mental health tech landscape that doesn’t always have your best interests at heart? In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Cornish, a social worker turned writer, for a powerful conversation about the realities therapists face when working with large mental health platforms.

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Finding the Right VA for Your Practice with Jessica Beagan Episode Cover Image

Are you drowning in admin tasks and unsure how to get the help you need?
In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Jessica Beagan, a virtual assistant who specializes in supporting therapists. Jess brings her perspective from the other side of the VA relationship to help us understand what support can look like, how to delegate effectively, and how to build trust with a VA even if you’ve never delegated before.

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167: The Risks and Rewards of Angel Investing with Marcia Dawood Episode Cover Image

Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to use your money to make real, tangible change in the world? In this episode, I sit down with angel investor and author Marcia Dawood to explore the risks and rewards of angel investing. We look at what it is and how it’s becoming more accessible to everyday people like you and me.

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Why Profit is Essential for Business Success with Mike Michalowicz Episode Cover Image

Are you ready to take control of your finances and build a business that works for you? In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to have Mike Michalowicz, creator of Profit First, joining me on the podcast. We dive deep into the key misconceptions about Profit First, especially in the therapy space, and we explore how understanding profit differently can make a huge impact on your business and well-being.

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Balancing Private Pay and Insurance to Create a Sustainable Practice Episode Cover Image

Are you unsure how to balance insurance with private pay in your private practice? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers a question from Katie, who is exploring how to make insurance work for her while avoiding overworking herself in private practice. Katie is seeking clarity on whether it’s possible to take insurance and still build a financially sustainable practice without overloading her schedule.

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Healing Your Relationship with Money with Bari Tessler Episode Cover Image

How do you heal your relationship with money and shift your mindset around finances? In today’s episode, Linzy sits down with Bari Tessler, a financial therapist and the author of The Art of Money, to explore the emotional and somatic aspects of financial healing. Bari shares her decades of experience working with clients to shift their money stories and provides actionable insights on how to approach money with clarity, presence, and compassion.

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How to Set Up Financial Safeguards as a Therapist in Private Practice Episode Cover Image

What financial protections do you need when you own your own private practice? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers a question from Katie, a therapist transitioning to full-time private practice. Katie is wondering whether she should focus on building an emergency savings fund or invest in disability insurance, especially since she’s the provider in her family.

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Redefining Self-Care in Private Practice with Karen Dyck & Melissa Tiessen Episode Cover Image

Do you struggle to prioritize your own self-care in the face of your clients’ needs? In today’s coaching episode, Linzy talks with Melissa Tiessen and Karen Dyck, co-founders of Intentional Therapist, about the importance of self-compassion for therapists and how it intersects with money and practice sustainability.

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Overcoming Cash Flow Anxiety in Group Practices Cover Image

How do you stay aligned with your values when your taxes fund things you don’t believe in? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy responds to a question from Lessey, a therapist grappling with the ethical dilemma of paying taxes that support government practices and systems she finds morally troubling. Lessey is exploring whether it’s possible to feel at peace with paying taxes in a system that doesn’t align with her values, and whether there’s anything she can do about it.

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How to Tackle Student Loan Debt with Connor Pierce Episode Cover Image

Do you ever find yourself making financial decisions that don’t really make sense—but you keep making them anyway? Maybe it’s impulse spending, avoiding your budget, or putting off big financial decisions. In today’s episode, Linzy sits down with Robin Valadares, physiotherapist and personal finance educator, to unpack some of the biggest barriers that stop health practitioners from managing their personal finances.

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Overcoming the Fear of Discussing Money with Clients Episode Cover Image

How can you make sure that the professional development courses you’re choosing actually align with your bigger goals? In this Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy answers a question from Stef, a current Money Skills for Therapists student, who is struggling to navigate the flood of course offerings that all seem exciting but might not be the best use of her time or money. Stef shares how she’s been struggling with whether each course is a strategic investment or just another shiny opportunity.

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Building Confidence to Leave Your Job for Private Practice Coaching Session Episode Cover Image

How do you balance serving your community with the financial realities of running a group practice? In this coaching episode, Linzy sits down with Anastasia Canfield, owner of Creative Remedies, a multidisciplinary practice supporting neurodivergent, queer, and BIPOC clients through expressive arts therapies. Anastasia shares the challenge of staying true to her mission of serving marginalized communities while ensuring she can offer fair wages and benefits to her team.

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