From Employee to Entrepreneur: Navigating the Shift to Self-Employment

This talk explores the journey of transitioning from a health professional in a hospital setting to becoming a self-employed psychotherapist, building a successful private practice. The presentation will cover the challenges and opportunities that come with this shift, including the change in professional identity, navigating the business side of private practice, and the emotional and logistical adjustments required when stepping into an entrepreneurial role.

Key topics include:

• Differences in working within an institution versus running a private practice
• Financial planning and managing the administrative tasks of a solo business
• Building a client base, marketing your services, and creating a referral network
• Setting professional boundaries and maintaining work-life balance in private practice
• Overcoming self-doubt and embracing the autonomy that comes with being self-employed

Through personal insights and practical advice, this talk will offer valuable guidance to professionals contemplating or undergoing this transition, with a focus on creating a thriving, sustainable business while maintaining personal and professional well-being.