Future Template Parent | EMDR intensive tips for EMDR therapists and Therapist Moms
This podcast is for EMDR therapists who want to reduce their caseload and achieve better work-life balance by offering EMDR intensives. Host Carolyn Solo, an EMDR consultant and business coach, shares strategies to transition from traditional weekly sessions to a more flexible intensive model. The show addresses burnout and helps therapists build a practice that supports both their professional and family life.
Episodes
Episode 170: The EMDR Intensive Is Over. Now What?
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, discusses the critical post-intensive steps for EMDR practitioners, including ongoing care, documentation, and collaboration with other providers. Topics covered:Introduction to post-intensive EMDR careScheduling and capacity considerations for on
Episode 169: What Nobody Tells You About Solo Private Practice with Jonathan Bell MSW, LCSW.
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I interview Jonathan Bell MSW, LCSW. Jonathan Bell (he/him) is a licensed clinical social worker, queer therapist, and owner of his solo practice based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He specializes in working with folks who are survivors of reli
Episode 168: AI & Confidentiality: What Therapists Need to Think About
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I reflect on the rapid advancements in AI and their implications for therapists, content creators, and practice owners. I discuss ethical concerns, data privacy, the pressure to produce content, how AI challenges the core values of human connectio
Episode 167: Why I Started Charging $8k for My 3 Day Intensive
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share the detailed breakdown of my $8k - $9k pricing strategy for EMDR intensives, including the value-added touches that justify higher prices and how to communicate this value to clients. I discuss my investment in advanced training, providing
Bonus Episode: What You Need to Know About the Upcoming EMDR Certification Cohort with Danik Bernier
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this bonus episode I am joined by Danik Bernier to talk about their upcoming EMDR certification cohort. We share why we created this program differently from traditional EMDR certification experiences combining structured clinical consultation, a focus on diss
Episode 166: How to Pitch Your EMDR Intensive Therapy Model to Prescribers
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share practical strategies for building strong relationships with prescribers like psychiatrists and nurse practitioners. I discuss how to approach these professionals, how to pitch your intensive therapy model, and how to foster collaborative c
Episode 165: The Power of Getting in the Room - What I Learned at Doubt Yourself, Do It Anyway conference
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share insights from the Doubt Yourself, Do It Anyway conference for neurodivergent therapists and entrepreneurs. I reflect on what happens when you step outside your normal environment and spend time with people who are thinking differently, bui
Episode 164: Parenting Through Crisis: Overcoming Burnout While Building a Flexible EMDR Intensive Practice
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share my journey of managing a high-demand clinical practice while navigating the challenges of parenting neurodivergent children. I discuss how shifting to a high-ticket intensive business model provided flexibility, helped maintain my identit
Episode 163: Raise Your Rates Without Apologizing for Your Expertise
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share my journey of increasing my intensive therapy rates from $3,300 to $7,000, exploring the unseen labor involved, the importance of community support, and how advanced training and specialization justify my pricing. Topics covered:Introduc
Episode 162: Inside a Ketamine-Assisted EMDR Intensive
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share my transformative experience with a ketamine-assisted EMDR intensive. I just completed my first 3-day KA-EMDR intensive with a cleint and I wanted to share the experience with my audience.Topics covered:Why traditional therapy models are l
Episode 161: The Summer Slump Is a Myth: How I Booked $24K in Intensives
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I challenge the myth of the summer slump in private practice, sharing how I booked $24,000 in intensive therapy sessions during the slow season. Also discussing the strategies for marketing, pricing, and leveraging AI-driven search optimization
Episode 160: Exploring Ketamine-Assisted EMDR with Candace Dickinson LMHC
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I have Candice Dickinson LMHC on and we explore the emerging field of ketamine-assisted EMDR, discussing protocols, personal experiences, and future directions for clinicians interested in psychedelic therapies.Topics covered:Candice's journe
Episode 159: The Missing Piece for EMDR Therapists: New EMDR Therapist Program with Danik Bernier MSW
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I have Danik Bernier, MSW on to introduce our EMDR certification group offering. We discuss the importance of blending clinical skills with business building, the structure of the program, and how it supports therapists in growing confident and p
Episode 158: AI for Intensive Therapists: Practical Tools Without Losing the Human Touch
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I discuss how therapists can integrate AI into their practices ethically and effectively. Sharing practical tools, strategies for content creation, marketing, and maintaining authenticity in the age of AI.Topics covered:The rapid evolution of AI i
Episode 157: Managing Crises During Therapy Intensives: Planning, Safety & Best Practices
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I discuss how to navigate, plan for, and manage crises during therapy intensives, including screening, crisis management, and practical logistics.Topics covered:Introduction to managing crises in therapy intensivesScreening for stability and risk
Episode 156: Scaling Your EMDR Therapy Practice to $20K Months
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I shares practical strategies and mindset shifts for therapists aiming to achieve $20K months through premium pricing, optimized scheduling, and community support.Topics covered:Achieving 20K Months: The Possibility and RealityTransforming Therapy
Episode 155: The Future of Therapy Billing: Inside Mentaya with CEO Maria Lulo
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I interviewed Maria Lulo, CEO of Mentaya, about how the platform helps private pay therapists manage insurance reimbursements, streamline billing, and support longer therapy sessions. We explore the origins of Mentaya, its impact on therapists&apo
Episode 154: How to Successfully Transition to EMDR Intensives
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I discuss transitioning to an intensive therapy model for EMDR practitioners, covering mindset shifts, clinical strategies, marketing, and business growth. Perfect for therapists considering a structural change to their practice to reduce burnout
Episode 153: EMDR, Entrepreneurship, and Motherhood with Carly Costello
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I interview Carly Costello. Carly is an EMDR therapist, EMDR consultant, and founder of The Counseling Nook which is a small group practice in West Virginia. EMDR with Carly is her consultation business where she helps therapists build confidence
Episode 152: Behind the Scenes of a coaching call - Using R-TEP in EMDR Intensives
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I share an excerpt from a live coaching intensive with Jessica, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how I structure EMDR intensives using an R-TEP-informed framework. Topics covered:An overview of one-to-one coaching and consultation offeringsThe
Episode 151: The Networking Formula Behind Consistent Therapy Clients
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this special episode, I discussed the importance of networking for private practice therapists, especially those offering high-ticket intensives. Human connection, local referral networks, and strategic outreach are essential for building a steady stream of cl
Episode 150: 3 Years In: 12 Lessons That Changed My Podcast, Business & Life
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this special episode, I reflect on three years of podcasting, sharing 12 key lessons learned, major changes, and ambitious goals for the future. Discussing the importance of consistency, strategic support, vulnerability, and community building in growing a succ
Episode 149: When You Feel Like Burning It All Down (I Did - And Here's What I Did)
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share my recent journey through a tumultuous period in my business, marked by social unrest, professional setbacks, and personal challenges. I take you through how I navigated the danger of burnout and found renewed purpose - and how my
Episode 148: Optimizing Your Intensives Practice: SEO, AIO, & Growth Strategies for Therapists with Amanda Buduris, Ph.D.
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Amanda Buduris, Ph.D. who is a licensed psychologist and business coach based in the Pacific Northwest. After building a thriving private practice centered around therapy intensives, she scaled back her clinical work while grow
Episode 147: Therapists Shouldn’t Charge That Much… Or Should They?
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share my personal experience with social media backlash for charging premium prices for therapy intensives. I touch on the internal and external challenges therapists face regarding fee setting, visibility, and judgment, providing insigh
Episode 146: Inside Therapy Intensives: EMDR, IFS & somatic, nervous-system-based with Yesim Saldivia
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Yesim Saldivia (Yish) who is a holistic trauma therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. She helps adults make sense of patterns like people-pleasing, hyper-independence, and feeling “high-functioning” on the o
Episode 145: How To Restructure Your Practice: Structuring Schedules & Client Transitions - Part 2
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, it is part 2 where I discuss how therapists can transition from traditional weekly sessions to an intensive practice model. I share practical strategies for restructuring schedules, managing client transitions, and maintaining sustainabili
Episode 144: How To Restructure Your Practice: The Three-Day EMDR Intensive Model, Pricing & Client Fit- Part 1
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss how therapists can effectively transition to offering intensives in their practice, focusing on intensive structure, scheduling, pricing, and client fit. The episode highlights the importance of clear policies and the three-day i
Episode 143: From Expertise to Authority: SEO & AEO Strategies for Therapists with Brent Gairy
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Brent Gairy. Brent is a marketing strategist and founder of Gairy Consulting, where he helps founders and growing businesses turn their expertise into authority through SEO, AEO, and structured marketing systems. Acting as a f
Episode 142: Using Podcast Guesting to Expand Your EMDR Practice
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss how EMDR therapists can leverage guesting on podcasts to expand their professional network, attract clients, and promote their services effectively. I share practical tips on pitching, preparing, and maximizing podcast appearance
Episode 141: EMDRIA Consultant Standards Explained - Part 2
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss newly released EMDRIA consultant standards, exploring their core principles, expectations, and the importance of cultural humility in consultation. The practice expectations for EMDR consultants, focusing on the distinctions betw
Episode 140: How I Run My 90 Minute Intakes (REPLAY)
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. Today's episode responds to a question I got from an EMDR therapist who is dipping their toe into the world of intensives. This therapist wanted to know how to structure the initial 90 minute intake session, prior to the first in
Episode 139: EMDR Certification and Consultation Standards Explained - Part 1
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss my journey to becoming an EMDR consultant, the updated standards for certification, and practical advice for therapists considering this path. Topics covered:Updated EMDR consultant standardsPathway to certification and consulta
Episode 138: Balancing Caregiving and Professional Growth as a EMDR Therapist
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the challenges of balancing caregiving responsibilities with professional growth as an EMDR therapist. The importance of recognizing personal limitations and finding alternative ways to grow professionally, such as through virtua
Episode 137: EMDR Intensives For Neurodivergent Clients and Neurodivergent Clinicians, with Liz Zhou
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interview Liz Zhou, a neurodivergent therapist who shares her journey from her early interest in psychology as an undergraduate, to her international work that gave her a deep appreciation for all of the many ways that people heal, to be
Episode 136: Charging $5K+ for EMDR Intensives: What Sets Top Therapists Apart - (REPLAY)
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In today's episode we revisit a popular episode from the podcast archives - Charging $5K+ for EMDR Intensives: What Sets Top Therapists Apart. I discuss the key differences between therapists who successfully charge 5K and above
Episode 135: The Red Thread Approach to Treatment Planning In EMDR Intensives
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the concept of the 'red thread' in therapy, particularly in the context of EMDR and IFS. Explaining how negative cognitions and the burdens of exiles are interconnected, emphasizing the importance of identifying these e
Episode 134: Living With the Horror: ICE, Grief, and Parenting in a Time of Injustice
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share my struggle with the overwhelming state of the world, reflecting on her feelings of horror, exhaustion, and the weight of privilege. I discusses the challenges of being a therapist during turbulent times, the importance of activi
Episode 133: Inside a Coaching Call: Building a Ketamine & EMDR Intensive Practice with Tiffany Paul, LCSW
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I take you behind the scenes of my coaching call with Tiffany Paul, LCSW, who is in private practice in the Bay Area in California. Tiffany has a practice that specializes in ketamine assisted psychotherapy and EMDR intensives. Topics cov
Episode 132: Motherhood, Trauma, and Transformation with Sarah Hagen, LCSW
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interviewed Sarah Hagan LCSW specializing in perinatal mental health. We discuss the challenges of motherhood, the importance of EMDR therapy in processing trauma, and the integration of IFS with EMDR. Sarah shares her journey to becomin
Episode 131: 2025 Financial breakdown & Setting Goals for 2026
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on my business journey in 2025, sharing insights on income, expenses, and the importance of transparency in the therapy and coaching industry. Looking ahead to 2026, I outline my goals for income growth, marketing strategies, and
Episode 130: Reflecting Back on 2025 & Moving Forward: Introducing My Free EMDR Intensive Webinar
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on the past year and share my excitement for 2026. I introduced my upcoming free webinar focused on EMDR intensives, discussing how therapists can double their rates and transform their practices. Topics covered:New Year Reflect
Episode 129: Understanding Perpetrator Introjects
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the complex topic of perpetrator interjects in therapy, particularly in the context of working with dissociative clients. I explain what perpetrator interjects are, their significance in trauma processing, and how therapists can
Episode 128: What They Don’t Tell You About Launching a Program
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the realities of what it was like to launch The EMDR Intensive Practice Formula - my on demand 6 module 12 hour video course, available now! Spoiler alert - it wasn’t pretty - but I did it. Get the behind the scenes in this episo
Episode 127: EMDR in Practice with Sophia Mendoza LCSW
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I interviewed Sophia Mendoza, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in EMDR therapy. We discuss Sophia's journey into EMDR, its impact on her clinical practice, and the importance of integrating cultural and holistic practic
Episode 126: The EMDR Intensive Practice Formula IS HERE!
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I officially announce that I am releasing my on demand video course - the EMDR Intensive Practice Formula! Available December 8th.Topics covered:Announcement of EMDR Intensive CourseCourse Structure and Features Resources and Tools Include
Episode 125: A Reflection on a 10-Hour EMDR Intensive
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on a 10 hour EMDR intensive and share a deeply moving experience from a therapy session, discussing the transformative power of emotional work and the importance of vulnerability in healing. Topics covered:Transformative Therapy
Episode 124: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at 1:1 EMDR Coaching
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I give a behind the scenes look into a one-to-one consultation session with Lorena, an EMDR therapist to whom I have provided consultation for certification. Lorena was a member of the EMDR Intensive 12 Week Intensive group program in the
Episode 123: Always Learning, Never Enough: The Pressure to Prove as an EMDR Therapist
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the challenges of self-doubt and perfectionism faced by EMDR therapists. Reflects on the internal struggles that arise from feeling inadequate and the pressure to constantly improve and learn new skills to be deemed worthy in the
Episode 122: Challenges & Fears When Transitioning to an EMDR Intensive Therapy Model
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss some common challenges therapists face when transitioning to an intensive therapy practice, including whether or not to keep seeing weekly clients, increasing their hourly rate, and accommodating intensives in their schedules whi
Episode 121: Facing the Fear of Getting Stuck: When EMDR Feels Challenging
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the common fears and challenges faced by EMDR therapists, particularly the fear of getting stuck with clients during therapy. The importance of recognizing these fears and how they can impede effective therapy. Topics covered:Fe
Episode 120: My Guide To Instagram, Authentic Marketing And How Its Shaped My EMDR Practice
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share my experiences and strategies for using Instagram as a vital part of her marketing ecosystem. My love-hate relationship with the platform, the importance of community and engagement, and how she leverages AI tools to streamline co
Episode 119: Owning Your Expertise: Shedding Imposter Syndrome in EMDR Intensive Work
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, discusses the issue of imposter syndrome among therapists, particularly those transitioning to offering intensive therapy sessions. Sharing personal experiences and insights from my coaching program, emphasizing the importance of recognizi
How EMDR Intensives Ease the Juggle of Business & Family [Episode 118]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I share how shifting to EMDR intensives has not only transformed my therapy practice but also my life as a working parent. Balancing the demands of raising a family while running a private practice isn’t easy but EMDR intensives have given
How AI is Shaping the Future of EMDR Therapy and Private Practice [Episode 117]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today’s episode, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its impact on EMDR therapy, marketing, and private practice growth. I break down what EMDR therapists need to know about AI, including ethical considerations, leveraging AI for content creation
How Coaching, Niche & Balance Shape a Thriving EMDR Practice w/ Hannah Ciampini [Episode 116]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway! Curious how a therapist successfully navigates the shift to EMDR intensives, especially in a rural practice? Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Hannah Ciampini, an EMDR therapist and private practice owner. Hannah shares her journey from traditional therapy to offering
Mastering the Paperwork For EMDR Intensives (And The Simple System That Makes It Easy) [Episode 115]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I know the admin side of things isn’t why you became a therapist, but it’s a huge part of running intensives well. In this episode, I’m breaking down the forms, documentation, and systems that keep your practice protected and running smoothly. I’ll show you how I
How Juliana Snapp Pivoted Her EMDR Practice After Losing Her Main Referral Source [Episode 114]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Juliana Snapp, an EMDR therapist with a deep background in trauma-informed care. Juliana shares her journey from supporting survivors of torture and human trafficking to building a private practice in Washington, DC. We dive into the c
Why DIY Is Slowing Down Your EMDR Intensive Practice [Episode 113]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Going it alone might feel empowering at first, but it’s often the slowest, most frustrating path. In this episode, I talk about the emotional toll of figuring it all out yourself and why leaning on accountability, support, and collaboration can completely change t
How Mary Fleisch Successfully Added EMDR Intensives to Her Practice [Episode 112]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Mary Fleisch, LCSW, a Bay Area therapist specializing in EMDR therapy for survivors of complex trauma and adults from challenging family backgrounds. Mary shares how participating in the first cohort of my group program helped her succ
How Sigridur Bjornsdottir Beat Therapy Burnout with EMDR Intensives [Episode 111]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Feeling drained from back-to-back therapy sessions? In this case study episode, I chat with Sigridur Bjornsdottir, an EMDR therapist from Iceland, about her journey from traditional therapy burnout to implementing intensive EMDR sessions. Sigridur shares her experiences with trauma, the importance of slowing down in therapy, and how i
What If They Say No? Overcoming Fear of Rejection When Offering EMDR Intensives [Episode 110]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!In this episode, I’m digging into something I know so many therapists feel but don’t always say out loud — the fear of rejection when offering intensive therapy sessions.I talk about how our therapist conditioning can make it harder to navigate the business side of private practice, especially when we start offering high-ticket servic
Maximizing Time in EMDR Intensive Sessions: How to Create Structure Without Burning Out [Episode 109]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Worried you won’t know how to fill 15 hours in an EMDR intensive? You’re not alone — I hear this fear all the time from therapists just getting started with intensives.In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I structure my intensives so the time feels spacious, focused, and even energizing — not overwhelming. I’m sharing
Will AI Replace Therapists? What ChatGPT Can’t Do That You Can [Episode 108]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Is AI going to replace therapists or are we just being dramatic?In this off-the-cuff episode, Dr. Carolyn Solo shares her honest thoughts about the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT — and what it means for the future of therapy. She touches on everything from VC-backed therapy platforms to chatbot relationships and why they’re both incred
Can You Use Insurance for EMDR Intensives? A Therapist’s Guide [Episode 107]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Wondering if you can bill insurance for EMDR intensives or whether it’s even worth the hassle? Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I discuss the complexities of integrating intensive therapy practices within an insurance-based framework. I explore the challenges therapists face when
Therapist Money Mindset: What If They Think You Charge Too Much? [Episode 106]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In this episode, I’m digging into a common fear that so many therapists carry but rarely talk about out loud: the fear of being judged for your fees. Especially when offering high-ticket services like EMDR intensives, pricing can feel
What If EMDR Intensives Don’t Work for My Clients? Navigating Therapist Fears and Ethical Challenges with EMDR Intensives [Episode 105]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. I dive into one of the biggest fears therapists face when offering intensives: what if clients don’t get the results they’re hoping for? From imposter syndrome to ethical marketing concerns, we’ll explore how to set realistic expecta
What Two Years of Business Coaching Taught Me (and Why I’m Not Stopping) [Episode 104]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome to the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with business coaching — what I’ve learned in the last two years working with my incredible coach, Kelly Mckenna (Business of Therapy), why I’m continuing to invest in coaching, and how it’s been essential to growing my practice and coac
The Critical Role Of Clinical Supervision And How It Shaped Me [Episode 103]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In this episode, I reflect on the critical role clinical supervision plays in our growth as therapists. I share my own experiences with supervisors, both supportive and challenging, and what they taught me about navigating community m
How I Launched and Grew My EMDR Intensive Group Coaching Program [Episode 102]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!What really happens when you launch a new program and what do you learn along the way? Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I I pull back the curtain on my experiences launching my EMDR intensive group program. From the nerves of my first launch to the lessons I carried into the seco
How to Network as a Therapist (Even If You’re in a Small or Rural Area) [Episode 101]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In this episode, I discuss the importance of networking as a therapist, sharing my personal experiences and insights on building genuine relationships and emphasize that networking isn't just a business strategy but a way to connect with others and support e
Celebrating 100 Episodes: My Evolution as an EMDR Therapist and Business Coach for Therapists [Episode 100]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! Today marks a huge milestone - 100 episodes! 🎉In this special episode, I reflect on the major turning points that have shaped my journey from EMDR therapist to business coach and podcast host. From pivoting to EMDR intensives to transforming my relationship with
From Stage to EMDR: Rachel Duvall LICSW on Trauma, Art, and the Future of Therapy [Episode 99]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Duvall, LICSW, a therapist specializing in EMDR and expressive arts therapies. We explore her journey from theater to therapy, her experiences in community mental health, and the impact of traum
Charging $5K+ for EMDR Intensives: What Sets Top Therapists Apart [Episode 98]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In Today's episode I discuss the key differences between therapists who successfully charge 5K and above for EMDR intensives and those who do not. Discussing the importance of understanding one's motivation for offering inte
The Best Marketing Strategy for Therapists? Be a Great Therapist [Episode 97]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! I am your host, Carolyn Solo. In Today's episode I discuss the critical connection between being an excellent therapist and effective marketing strategies for intensive therapy sessions. The importance of delivering transformational outcomes for clients, whi
3 Traits Every Successful EMDR Intensive Therapist Needs [Episode 96]
Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I break down the three essential traits that make some therapists excel and why embracing discomfort, honing your clinical skills, and staying open to feedback can transform both your practice and the outcomes you deliver for clients.Topic
What A Trip to the Dentist Taught Me about EMDR Intensives [Episode 95]
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Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text with your biggest takeaway!Welcome back for another episode of the Future Template Parent Podcast! In today's episode, I discuss the integration of play therapy with EMDR, emphasizing its potential for both children and adults. I discuss the misconceptions surrounding play therapy, the importance of somatic processing, and the use of creative techniques li
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