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Since 2001, Joe’s approach to private practice marketing has been highlighted numerous times in the Psychotherapy Finances newsletter. Joe was also the author of a feature article about business concepts for private practice in the
as well as an article on
for private practitioners in the same publication. Joe is a self-taught computer and Internet expert, and has helped many therapists get over their fears or reluctance about computers, teaching them how to use these modern tools to optimize their time and obtain many inexpensive referrals in the process.
Mel is a Licensed Psychologist who has a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Wayne State University. Dr. Restum was on staff at Mt. Carmel Mercy Hospital and has had a long-standing affiliation with the Detroit Medical Center and WSU's Department of Psychiatry. His research experience includes teacher-student interactions, social skills training, and psychotherapy effectiveness. Dr. Restum is the Founder of the ADDAPT program in Michigan, a psycho-educational program for children with ADD-related disorder. Dr. Restum also regularly participates in training programs on various childhood psychiatric conditions. His clinical practice includes adults and couples as well as children. He is a member of the American Psychological Association, Michigan Psychological Association, and Michigan Association for Emotionally Disturbed Children.
Thad was an adjunct professor at Western Michigan University for many years. He is a Board Certified Diplomate and works with individuals, couples and families in his current practice. Thad has studied with nationally known small business marketing consultants Jay Abraham and Chet Holmes. At Uncommon Practices, Thad is the Director of the New Practices Program Track and serves as a Business Coach for Business of Psychotherapy: Creating Your Ideal Practice clients.
In addition to his interests in private practice, Richard has been developing an expertise in life and executive coaching for the past seven years. He has recently been busy teaching the first courses in beginning and advanced life/executive coaching at Life University in Marietta, Georgia. After 14 years of private practice, Richard still finds his work to be challenging and exciting. He has a diverse practice where he works with children, teenagers, adults and families, as well as performing psychological evaluations. At Uncommon Practices, Richard serves as a Business Coach for Business of Psychotherapy: Creating Your Ideal Practice.
Carrie’s work focus shifted after the birth of her first child, when she realized she wanted to work fewer days, be more in control over her caseload and significantly increase her financial stability. She completed the year-long Uncommon Practices program, which resulted in a tripling of her practice income, major increases in referral sources and a stable, enjoyable weekly caseload. At Uncommon Practices, Carrie serves as a Business Coach for the Business of Psychotherapy: Creating Your Ideal Practice.
Mark has completed multiple internships and professional experiences including; the Oak Park and Hazel Park School Districts, the University of Detroit Psychology Clinic, Common Ground Sanctuary, Ostro & Associates Clinical Psychology, Northwest Counseling and Psychotherapy Center, Bon Secours and Cottage Hospitals. Dr. Mark is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and Nationally Certified Counselor. He is a member of the American and Michigan Psychological Associations, as well as the National and Michigan Association of School Psychologists. He has over 19 years of professional experience working in hospitals, schools, and private practice. At Uncommon Practices, Mark serves as a Business Coach for the Business of Psychotherapy: Creating Your Ideal Practice.
Tammy opened her own practice in 2007 and completed the year-long Uncommon Practices Program, to which she credits helping make her practice successful and full within six months of opening. At Uncommon Practices, Tammy serves as a business coach for the Business of Psychotherapy: Creating Your Ideal Practice.
Jenny received her MSW in 1981 from The University at Albany. She has extensive advanced clinical training from several internationally renowned institutes. Prior to entering private practice in 1989, Jenny worked as an outpatient clinician in the public sector. She provided individual, marriage and couples, and group psychotherapy for adults experiencing the full range of mental health and psychological problems. She provided clinical supervision to Masters level social workers. For several years Jenny was an Adjunct Faculty member for The University at Albany's School of Social Welfare, training Masters level students in counseling and psychotherapy. Further, for ten years she was a Certified Diabetes Educator, and brings a medical and psychosocial knowledge of chronic illness to her practice. Jenny is a graduate of Uncommon Practices’ Business of Psychotherapy program. For many years Jenny operated under the misconception excellence in clinical skills was enough to build and sustain a thriving private practice. This program was pivotal in quickly revitalizing a financially failing business into one that has proven successful in reaching her practice goals. At Uncommon Practices, Jenny serves as a business coach for the Business of Psychotherapy: Creating Your Ideal Practice.
at Staff Training in Portland, Oregon October, 2007
Mike Powers recently retired from The Dow Chemical Co. after thirty-four years. He is married and has three sons. He and his wife Lisa have been married twenty-seven years and reside in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Mike graduated from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1973 and went straight to work for Dow at the Los Angeles sales office where he started out as a salesman in Dow's plastics department. Over the course of his career at Dow, Mike held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility including Product Manager at the company headquarters in Midland Michigan; District Sales Manager in New York; Corporate Account Manager in San Francisco; Executive Director Strategic Marketing and Business Development for the automotive industry globally. His responsibilities and experiences in the commercial world and his personal life suite him particularly well for helping Uncommon Practices' clients achieve success. Practical business experience in sales and marketing, leading people and helping them achieve their career aspirations, developing long term relationships, setting goals and maintaining focus while at the same time keeping the important things in perspective are the things of value in business as well as life. Some of Mike's other ongoing activities and hobbies include: Director of Sponsorship for Eye son Design, one of the premier car shows in the world. Eye son Design is a not for profit that supports the Detroit Institute for Ophthalmology's efforts in the areas of vision research, education and support; Chairman of the Detroit Section of the Society of Automotive Engineers for 2008; Co-Chair for Judson Center, a non-profit, human service agency. Mike is an amateur triathlete and has competed in the Ironman distance. He plays golf and maintains an eleven handicap. At Uncommon Practices, Mike serves as a Private Practice Consultant who helps private practitioners assess what services would be the best fit for their unique situation, to help them reach their practice goals as efficiently as possible.
Before this Bob was a science teacher as well as a special education teacher. During his earlier career he worked in hospital laboratories as a medical technologist. At Uncommon Practices, Bob directs Website Development Services, from template to fully customized designs.
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