• Author:

    Jana Parker, M.S., LEP, ABPSN

  • Level: 

    Foundational

  • CREDIT(S)

    1

  • Video

    1 hour

 Empowered to Take a Leap of Faith 

In this episode of the Psyched to Practice podcast, Jana Parker, MS, LEP, joins Dr. Ray Christner and Paul Wagner to share her journey from school psychologist to successful mental health entrepreneur. The conversation explores the psychological and practical aspects of transitioning from clinician to business owner, with a focus on developing clinical confidence, leadership skills, and a resilient mindset. Ms. Parker offers real-world strategies for navigating private practice development, including consultation, branding, networking, and ethical decision-making. The episode highlights key themes such as embracing risk, maintaining clinical integrity, and building a business aligned with personal and professional values.

Course Objectives:

1. Describe the psychological mindset shifts involved in transitioning from clinician to business owner.
2. Discuss the emotional and professional challenges of entrepreneurship in the mental health field. 
3. Explain how to maintain clinical integrity while building a business aligned with personal values.

Jana Parker, M.S., LEP, ABPSN

Jana Parker, M.S., LEP, ABPSN, is a licensed educational psychologist and board-certified school neuropsychologist based in California. With over 16 years of experience in school and clinical settings, she specializes in integrating psychological expertise with business development. Jana is the founder of Mind by Design, a multidisciplinary practice, and Empower LEP, a coaching platform for clinicians. She also hosts a podcast and consults nationally on private practice growth, offering guidance on leadership, business strategy, and ethical decision-making in mental health care.
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Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to offer continuing professional development (CPDs) for school psychologists.  Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 

Other mental health and education professionals are welcome to attend our webinars, workshops, and courses. Participants will receive a continuing education certificate upon completion. We encourage individuals to consult their respective licensing or accrediting boards to determine eligibility for continuing education credit within their professional field. 

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Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
Psyched to Practice, LLC, is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to offer continuing professional development (CPDs) for school psychologists. Psyched to Practice, LLC, maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 
Other mental health and education professionals are welcome to attend our webinars, workshops, and courses. Participants will receive a continuing education certificate upon completion. We encourage individuals to consult their respective licensing or accrediting boards to determine eligibility for continuing education credit within their professional field.

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