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This is our "Let's Yak" format, where each section is designed to provide you with valuable insights and support as you manage your practice. "Let's Yak" stands for Learn, Encourage, Training, Services, Yearn to Earn, Action, and Kommunity Events—seven key areas that we believe are essential for running a successful practice. Each week, we'll share expert advice, motivational stories, training opportunities, and practical tips tailored to help you grow both personally and professionally.

L - Learn

Another podcast rec - The Being Well Podcast:

The host Forrest Hansen interviews well renowned Julie Menanno about Attachment Theory - communicating to connect with your partner then how to repair when conflict arises. Julie breaks it down so anyone (even me - an extreme emotional withdrawer) can understand.

You can also subscribe to the Being Well Podcast on Apple.

E - Encourage

T - Training

At the Yakity Yak we have talked about the Gottman Institute and the Gottmans before. If you are new here’s a refresher.

The Gottman Institute, founded by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, is a renowned organization dedicated to researching and improving relationships through scientifically grounded methods.

John Gottman, a clinical psychologist, and Julie Gottman, a clinical psychologist and couples therapist, have combined their expertise to create evidence-based approaches that strengthen marriages and romantic partnerships. Their research spans decades, featuring studies on thousands of couples, which have led to insights on the dynamics of successful relationships and the root causes of conflict and disconnection. The Gottmans have developed tools such as the “Sound Relationship House” theory and the “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” model to help couples build trust, manage conflict, and nurture intimacy.

Today, the Gottman Institute offers workshops, books, and online resources to help individuals and therapists foster lasting, healthy relationships.

We have linked the Level 1 Couples training below. It. is hosted in Punta Cana, December 5th - December 8th.

S - Services

Patient Feedback - The Yak wants to help you get feedback from your patients.

How helpful would anonymous feedback from your patients help you? Maybe not feedback about your clothes or hair or style? But how about how they used the skills you taught?

Or how they felt immediately after they left the session? How did they put it all back together when they left the couch?

All anonymous…that would be awesome!

If you think this would be beneficial to your practice please give us a Yak at [email protected] or go to our website to book a call.

Y - Yearn to Earn

Have you heard of HEARD.

Heard is an online financial service designed specifically for mental health professionals, helping therapists take control of their practice finances with ease. Found at joinheard.com, this platform offers bookkeeping, accounting, and tax services tailored to the unique needs of therapy practices. Heard’s intuitive system automates and organizes everything from income tracking to expense categorization, giving practitioners a clear picture of their financial health. With dedicated support from specialized accountants, therapists can focus on client care, knowing their finances are in expert hands.

Over the next few weeks will be analyzing the Heard 2024 Financial State of Private Practice Report. It has amazing information!

If you want a copy, reply to this email and I will send you my copy!

A - Action

This weeks Action is a Business Boost.

Run a financial health check on your practice this month. Review your expenses, look for hidden costs, and set new revenue goals.

This is will help give an accurate picture of your practice so we can compare your practice to the average developed by Heard.

K - Kommunity Events

Kommunity events, virtual and in-person coming soon!

Have you been to the forum r/therapists on reddit?

The r/therapists subreddit is a dynamic online community where mental health professionals can connect, share experiences, and support one another. With thousands of active members, it’s a space to discuss everything from challenging cases and career growth to self-care and burnout. Whether you’re seeking advice on clinical techniques, looking for resources, or just need to vent to people who understand, r/therapists provides a judgment-free zone for collaboration and learning.

Join in to exchange ideas, gain insights, and feel less isolated in your work—because sometimes even therapists need a little support!

So….it’s kinda a Kommunity. It will work until the Yak gets their act together and gets a a typical kommunity event.

It is a great place for new therapists to ask all their questions, no matter how ‘stupid’ because it is anonymous.

P.S. If if if you have any topic you want to yak about, reply to this email and I will do the research and include in the next Yakity Yak!

P.P.S. - If you want to contribute a post reply and we can get you plugged in!

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Get in Touch:

Have any questions or need immediate assistance? Don’t hesitate to reach out to our support me at [email protected]. We’re here to help you succeed!

Once again, welcome to Practice Yak. We’re excited to be a part of your journey to a more efficient and successful practice.

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Best regards,
Lane
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