Episode 195

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3rd Apr 2025

How Mindfulness Can Support You in Private Practice, with Karen Lafferty

Feeling overwhelmed, running on empty, or just craving a bit of headspace?

You’ve probably recommended mindfulness to clients, but are you giving yourself that same care?

In this episode, I’m joined by counsellor and mindfulness teacher Karen Lafferty for a grounded, practical chat about how mindfulness can support you in both your work and your wellbeing.

This isn’t about clearing your mind or lighting incense. It’s about simple ways to feel more present, less frazzled, and more able to show up for yourself as well as your clients.

Whether you’re mindfulness-curious, cautious, or already on the path, this episode will help you slow down, breathe, and remember that you’re allowed to take up space too.

Who is Karen Lafferty?

Karen is a BACP Accredited online counsellor and supervisor, dedicated to guiding individuals through grief and other life transitions. 

With a person-centred, integrative approach, she fosters a compassionate and safe space for clients to explore their emotions and develop personalised strategies for healing and growth. 

As a BAMBA Registered Mindfulness Teacher, Karen is qualified to teach mindfulness practices, including the Mindfulness Association’s Mindfulness Based Living Course. 

Her commitment to creating a nurturing environment empowers clients to navigate their unique paths towards well-being and transformation.

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About the Podcast

The Grow Your Private Practice Show
Helping Therapists Attract More Clients More Easily
I’m Jane and I’m an ex therapist that now works with other counsellors to grow their private practice, hence the name of the show.

I’m the author of the Grow Your Private Practice book and also run the Grow Your Private Practice membership, where counsellors can get together and learn all about marketing

Okay, that’s the official stuffy 'about me' bit out of the way, because honestly, it’s so much more than that.

The truth is, the thing that really drives me, is helping people - people like you - to get more freedom and choice into your life so can work when you want to, how you want to and with the issues that you’re passionate about.

And importantly, to get paid properly to do so.

Because you have the freedom and choice to run a thriving practice whilst also creating a fulfilling life for both yourself and your family.

If you want that too, please click subscribe. I hope you enjoy listening.

About your host

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Jane Travis

Hi, I’m Jane. I’m a former counsellor who now helps other counsellors and psychotherapists to grow their private practice, hence the name of the show.

I’m the author of the Grow Your Private Practice book, and I run the Grow Your Private Practice membership, where therapists come together to learn all about marketing in a way that feels doable, ethical, and actually kind of fun.

Okay, so that’s the official, slightly stuffy “about me” bit.

But the truth is - it’s about so much more than that.

What really drives me is helping people like you create more freedom and choice in your life. So you can work the hours you want, in the way that suits you, with the clients and issues you’re passionate about. And most importantly? Get paid properly to do it.

Because you CAN build a practice that supports you - not just emotionally, but financially too.

I hope you enjoy listening.