Building Private Practice as an Autistic Therapist with Kroy Ryder
This week, I’m chatting to Kroy Ryder, an autistic therapist who shares his story of training, self-discovery, and building a private practice that works because of who he is - not in spite of it.Kroy is open, honest, and full of gentle humour as he talks about everything from being the quiet boy who watched from the sidelines, to finally realising he didn’t need to mask or fit in to be a good therapist.If you’ve ever wondered whether being neurodivergent might hold you back in private practice - or you’re just trying to work out how to make it all fit - this is a lovely episode to remind you that there is a way forward, and it doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.In this episodeHow Kroy’s autism diagnosis shaped his journey into private practiceWhy he stopped trying to sound like everyone else in his profileThe moment his niche found himRejection sensitivity, endings and learning to let clients goSmall but powerful ways he adapts his therapy room for ND clientsWhat he’d say to anyone doubting if they’re “too different” to do this workTo find out more about Kroy, visit his website HERELike Kroy, I've found that neurodivergent people are drawn to work with me - so I aim to make Therapy Growth Group supportive for people who feel overwhelmed and aren't sure where to start. There's a clear plan to follow (so you don't have to figure it out yourself), regular live calls and body doubling sessions where you can work alongside others - even if you don't feel "ready'.You can also find me here:The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook GroupJosephine Hughes on FacebookJosephine Hughes on YouTubeMy website: josephinehughes.comSetting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREThe information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.
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Do Therapists Need to Be Experts to Niche? Corrected Episode
** NOW WITH THE CORRECT AUDIO**If you tried to listen to the podcast issued on 25th September 2025, you'll have heard a repeat of Nicola Blunden's episode (thankfully, it was a good one). This is the corrected episode about niching.Many therapists hold back from choosing a niche because of one big worry: “I’m not an expert, so how can I specialise?”In this episode of Good Enough Counsellors, Josephine challenges the myth that you need years of expertise before you can choose a niche. She shares her own story of how her niche “found her,” explains why expertise grows through focus and experience, and offers gentle encouragement for anyone feeling “too ordinary” to stand out.You’ll hear:Why “I need to be an expert first” is one of the biggest myths about nichingHow your interests, life experience, and placement clients can guide youWhy clients are drawn to clarity, not to people who try to do everythingHow a niche helps you naturally build expertise over timePlus: Josephine shares details of her October workshops in Therapy Growth Group, where she’ll be helping therapists explore and refine their niches, and a free handout to test whether your niche idea is viable.Download the Niche Selection Scoring Sheet HERESetting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREYou can also find me here:The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook GroupJosephine Hughes on FacebookJosephine Hughes on YouTubeMy website: josephinehughes.comKeywordsmarketing, therapists, niche, imposter syndrome, expertise, private practice, client attraction, lived experience, personal growth, Therapy Growth Group
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Do Therapists Need to be Experts to Niche?
Many therapists hold back from choosing a niche because of one big worry: “I’m not an expert, so how can I specialise?”In this episode of Good Enough Counsellors, Josephine challenges the myth that you need years of expertise before you can choose a niche. She shares her own story of how her niche “found her,” explains why expertise grows through focus and experience, and offers gentle encouragement for anyone feeling “too ordinary” to stand out.You’ll hear:Why “I need to be an expert first” is one of the biggest myths about nichingHow your interests, life experience, and placement clients can guide youWhy clients are drawn to clarity, not to people who try to do everythingHow a niche helps you naturally build expertise over timePlus: Josephine shares details of her October workshops in Therapy Growth Group, where she’ll be helping therapists explore and refine their niches, and a free handout to test whether your niche idea is viable.Download the Niche Selection Scoring Sheet HERESetting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREYou can also find me here:The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook GroupJosephine Hughes on FacebookJosephine Hughes on YouTubeMy website: josephinehughes.comKeywordsmarketing, therapists, niche, imposter syndrome, expertise, private practice, client attraction, lived experience, personal growth, Therapy Growth GroupThe information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.
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Trusting What Clients Know with Nicola Blunden
What does it really mean to trust what your clients tell you — especially when their experiences challenge what you’ve been taught, or don’t fit into traditional therapy frameworks?In this episode, I’m joined by pluralistic therapist, trainer, and writer Nicola Blunden to explore how power, voice, and identity can shape conversations — and why developing an awareness of epistemic injustice matters for all of us.We talk about:what epistemic injustice is — and how it can show up in therapythe impact of therapist assumptions around diagnosis and identityhow to co-create therapy with clients who experience themselves as having multiple parts (sometimes diagnosed as Dissociative Identity Disorder)the fear therapists can feel about “getting it wrong”and how to begin doing the work without retreating into guilt or defensivenessNicola also shares reflections from her upcoming book around co-producing knowledge in pluralistic therapy, and invites us to consider what it means to work with clients — not over them.This is a rich and thought-provoking conversation about power, trust, and staying open to what clients know about themselves.You can reach Nicola via her website HEREYou can also find me here:The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook GroupJosephine Hughes on FacebookJosephine Hughes on YouTubeMy website: josephinehughes.comSetting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREThe information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.
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The Social Media Mistake That's Costing You Clients
Many therapists show up consistently on social media — sharing tips, encouragement, and reflections — but miss the one type of post that actually brings enquiries.In this episode of Good Enough Counsellors, I share the simple reminder from my coach that helped me get new clients straight away. It’s something most therapists know deep down, but we often avoid because it feels uncomfortable: telling people clearly what we offer.You’ll learn why this “sales post” mistake is so common, how to reframe it as an act of service, and simple ways to make it a regular part of your marketing.And at the end of the episode, you'll hear about October awareness dates that you can use for creating posts that get enquiries.Takeaways:The question my coach asked that stopped me in my tracksWhy therapists often avoid posting about their servicesHow new followers see you differently from long-term onesA simple way to batch and schedule posts that bring enquiriesOctober themes and awareness days you can use for inspirationIf you’d like more support with your marketing, come and join me in Therapy Growth Group, where we’re starting the next round of my 12 Action Steps to Attract New Clients. These are simple, 15-minute weekly actions designed to help you build your practice without overwhelm.Inside the group, you’ll also get:Live weekly coaching callsA supportive therapist communityA full list of social media ideas for every day of the monthSetting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERENeed ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HEREThe information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.
Do you feel overwhelmed when you look around and see what all the other counsellors and psychotherapists are doing out there? Does it make you wonder if you'll ever be able to make your dreams of working as a therapist come true?
The truth is, while there are lots of strategies out there that can help (which I'll tell you about), the most important thing is for you to get going on your practice and your marketing. But I know how hard that can feel when you're faced with so many options, an empty diary, and all these glossy, slick, instagrammable therapists you're competing with.
So join me on the Good Enough Counsellors podcast where you'll get the support and encouragement you need to get going - and get growing - in your private practice.
Josephine Hughes is a BACP Accredited Counsellor who helps other counsellors to get clients.
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