Good Enough Counsellors Josephine Hughes

Whether you're an experienced therapist or just embarking on your journey, this podcast offers valuable insights into overcoming the challenges of building a successful private practice.
In today's episode:
The Allure of Looking Professional: Discover how striving for a professional image can protect you from criticism but may also hinder your progress by fuelling perfectionism.Branding vs. Action: Learn why spending excessive time on branding might delay reaching out to clients and how it could be a form of self-protection against feelings of vulnerability.Embracing Imperfection: Hear about real-life examples demonstrating that sometimes, letting go of rigid preparations allows for more natural and effective client interactions.Equipment as Metaphor: Find out why accumulating 'equipment' (e.g., qualifications, tools) can prevent you from actually 'starting the walk,' paralleling the fear many have when beginning their practices.Planning Your Route: Gain insights into setting realistic goals and milestones for your practice while avoiding comparisons with others who may seem ahead in their journeys.Enjoying The Journey: Be reminded that despite aiming for success, it's important to appreciate the process, connect with what you love about your work, and recognise how far you've come already.
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group
Josephine Hughes on Facebook
Josephine Hughes on YouTube
My website: josephinehughes.com
The 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.

A common question for counsellors thinking about promoting themselves on social media is how much time will it take - and is it worth doing it in terms of client enquiries?
So listen to today's episode to find out:
how to save time by having a social media posts planned in advance how to efficiently run your social media if you're not a planner by naturetime management tipscontent creation strategieshow to maximise engagement with your content
Learn how to use the following social media dates
June's Themed Posts:
Pride Month Autistic Pride Day (June 18th)Stonewall Day (June 28th)Juneteenth (June 19th)Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Awareness Month
Health Awareness Days in June:
International Panic Day (June 18th)PTSD Awareness Day (June 27th)Tourette’s awareness (June 7th)
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group
Josephine Hughes on Facebook
Josephine Hughes on YouTube
My website: josephinehughes.com
The 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.

How do you find the courage to get started in private practice? In this inspiring episode, Fi Hewkin shares her personal story of overcoming self-doubt to finding the confidence to be herself and attract clients.
In today's episode:
Fi describes some of the adversities she faced in life and how she defied expectations to become a fully qualified counsellorFi reflects on how past challenges, like domestic abuse, have shaped her approach as an empathetic therapist who doesn't shy away from swearing when it helps clients feel at ease and understoodHow Fi got set up in private practiceHow Fi established and runs a low cost community counselling service, including how she obtained funding to pay therapistsThe methods Fi uses to attract clients to her practice, including how she uses social media, directories and blogging.
Takeaways:
Fi's story is one of resilience—her ability to turn 'I can't' into 'I did' serves as motivation for anyone questioning their ability to succeed in private practice. Her emphasis on staying genuine has not only attracted clients but also allowed her to grow both professionally and personally. Whether you're just starting out or looking for private practice strategies, there's much to learn from Fi about building connections through authenticity and shared humanity rather than polished facades.
Find Fi here via her website or her Facebook page
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group
Josephine Hughes on Facebook
Josephine Hughes on YouTube
My website: josephinehughes.com
The 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.

How can you earn an extra £10k in your private practice? And is it even ethical to want to earn money from counselling? When you're thinking about fee setting and earning money in private practice, "making a profit from people's pain" is something that is frowned upon and so it's important you're clear about why you charge for your services.
In today's episode:
Debunking the myth that financial gain conflicts with providing an ethical and compassionate counselling serviceExploring the expectations around working in the caring professions, especially if you're female, and how that affects your feelings about charging feesThe benefits of a profitable private practice for you, your clients, and wider societyReal life examples of successful therapists How to actually attract clients so you can earn that extra moneyInformation about the Fee Calculator tool for therapists on Josephine's website.
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group
Josephine Hughes on Facebook
Josephine Hughes on YouTube
My website: josephinehughes.com
The 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.

How does the inner critic affect you if you're a counsellor who's new to private practice? And what can you do about it?
In this episode:
the role of the inner critic in self-sabotagehow it shows up when you're doing something newhow to recognise your inner critichow to show yourself self-compassion at difficult timessomatic ways to help yourself
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group
Josephine Hughes on Facebook
Josephine Hughes on YouTube
My website: josephinehughes.com
The 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.

Stuck on what to post on social media? Listen to this episode for some practical and creative ideas to revitalise your social media pages and make them topical for your followers.
Learn how to increase engagement on your page.
Plan your campaigns for the month of May and get ideas for how you can use:
Teen Self-Esteem MonthMaternal Mental Health MonthMental Health WeekWorld Laughter DayEgo Awareness DayLGBTQ visibility days
Remember, social media is all about creating connections with people so that they make referrals to your counselling practice.
Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE
Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE
You can also find me here:
The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group
Josephine Hughes on Facebook
Josephine Hughes on YouTube
My website: josephinehughes.com
The 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.