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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The Real Cost of Overbooking Yourself as a Therapist Episode Cover Image

Are you stuck in a schedule that leaves you feeling drained and depleted? Linzy shares a deeply personal mistake from her private practice days: creating a schedule that didn’t align with her needs as a therapist or as a person. She explores the weight of overbooking, the emotional cost of evening sessions, and the importance of setting boundaries to sustain both energy and effectiveness in private practice.

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Breaking Free from Magical Money Thinking with Liane Wood Episode Cover Image

Are you making good money in your private practice, but finding there’s not much left at the end of the day? In this episode, Linzy chats with Liane Wood, owner and CEO of Build Your Private Practice, a Canadian company that has been helping health practitioners launch, grow, and scale their private practices. Together, Linzy and Liane explore the concept of “magic money”—the magical thinking around money that many private practice owners experience.

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The Key to Avoiding Scheduling Stress in Private Practice Episode Cover Image

How can regular appointment slots improve your private practice? In this Feelings and Finances episode, the first in a mini series, Linzy reflects on a mistake she made early in her therapy career: not implementing a regular appointment system sooner. Linzy shares how, after much resistance, she discovered the benefits of setting recurring time slots for clients.

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Moving at the Speed of Cash with Julie Herres episode cover image

Is it time to slow down and rethink your approach to business finances? In this episode, Linzy sits down with returning guest Julie Herres, owner of Green Oak Accounting and author of Profit First for Therapists, to explore the concept of “moving at the speed of cash.” Together, they discuss the risks of taking on debt, the cultural pull of instant gratification, and how slowing down can lead to smarter, more aligned financial decisions.

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Managing Money During Uncertain Times Episode Cover Image

Are you feeling the weight of this uncertain time? As we navigate times that can feel scary and unstable, money can play a pivotal role in grounding us and empowering us to show up for the causes and communities that matter most.

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Balancing Debt Repayment and Real Life with David Frank Episode Cover Image

How do you balance debt repayment with the rest of your financial life? In today’s episode, certified financial planner David Frank returns to the podcast to talk with Linzy about one of the most common and challenging questions among Money Skills for Therapists students: how to prioritize debt repayment without sacrificing quality of life.

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The Two Ways to Start a Private Practice Episode Cover Image

How hard is it to start your own private practice, and how do you know when it’s time to go for it? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, host Linzy shares her thoughts on transitioning from agency or group practice settings to launching a private practice. Money Skills team member Christelle calls in with this frequently asked question, and Linzy offers insights for therapists wondering if and when to go solo.

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138: Facing Exposure Fears and Building a Scalable Business Coaching Session Episode Cover Image

Are you a private practitioner with a side project or budding business that feels both exciting and a little terrifying? In today’s coaching episode, Linzy sits down with Sara Nelson-Johns, a recent Money Skills for Therapists graduate, to tackle some common yet challenging questions about scaling a second business. Sara, who specializes in ADHD, relationship challenges, and perfectionism in her main practice, has developed an planners for people with ADHD, designed to help them organize their lives in a brain-friendly way.

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Finding Financial Calm During Stressful Times Episode Cover Image

Do you find yourself slipping into a scarcity mindset when stress levels rise? In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question from Dr. Charissa Pizzaro, who has noticed that stress often triggers her fears around money. After working through Linzy’s Money Skills for Therapists course, Charissa shares how this pattern keeps surfacing, and she asks for guidance on how to break free.

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Money, Culture, and Navigating Oppression with Chioma Janelle Efejedia Cover Image Final

How does culture shape the way we see and handle money? Linzy is talking with Chioma Janelle Efejedia, a therapist from Kitchener, Ontario. Together, Linzy and Chioma unpack how cultural and systemic influences shape our money stories and some of the unique challenges that individuals can face. Chioma also shares about susu, a traditional, community-based financial model, and talks about how these collective practices build resilience and support within communities.

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134: Catching Up to Your Growth and Success Coaching Session

Do you feel stuck, even after achieving the success you once worked so hard for? In today’s coaching session, Linzy sits down with Walter Williams, a therapist who has transitioned from a challenging upbringing of poverty and adversity to running a successful private practice. Walter opens up about the emotional experience of feeling frozen in his new life, struggling to catch up to the success he’s worked so hard to achieve. Together, Walter and Linzy explore the gap between surviving and truly thriving, and what it takes to bridge that divide.

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How to Overcome Anxiety About Working with Financial Experts Episode Cover Image

Does the thought of talking to financial experts stir up feelings of anxiety or even fear? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s Feelings and Finances episode, Linzy addresses a question about financial avoidance and the emotional hurdles that come with sharing real numbers with financial experts.

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