Empathy Rising: Side Hustles for Therapists in Private Practice

The Empathy Rising Podcast is the place for therapeutic entrepreneurs who want to evolve beyond the couch.I’m your host, Marissa Lawton. I’m a licensed counselor with a young family and it is my mission to help my fellow therapists recognize the value of their clinical skills in AND out of session.I walk alongside entrepreneurial therapists as they scale their private practices and turn them into thriving businesses. By moving beyond 1:1 work with clients and developing their first online program that expands their impact and their income.Each week we’ll be talking about cultivating a lighter lifestyle where your income isn't tied directly to your time. You’ll get a peek behind the scenes at my multi Six-Figure online business, listen in on real coaching calls with other therapists. And you’ll be inspired to take the tangible steps to make your online income stream a reality.Curl up, grab your headphones and your favorite notebook, get cozy, and embrace the idea that empathy and success are not mutually exclusive.

Recent Episodes

Episodes loading...

Recent Reviews

jenifla

A must listen!

This podcast is such a valuable resource to therapeutic entrepreneurs!
JoyceA1228

Motivational and Tangible Action Steps!

I absolutely LOVE Marissa’s podcast! She brings not only a ton of knowledge, but also motivation and authenticity to therapists looking for more in their life. I can tell through her podcasts that she wants therapists to thrive in their businesses, because not only does she inspire in each episode, but she provides real tangible steps to make it happen!
Eric42537

Super helpful and inspirational

I love Marissa’s podcast. Every time I listen to an ep I feel like I’m getting free business coaching. Her transparency about her own journey is so relatable and inspiring. I’ve also gone through her Side Hustle program and highly recommend it.
meso21

Awesome Information

Great podcast, Melissa really knows her stuff when it comes to helping therapists create alternate income streams!
DDDW111

Tremendous Value

Marissa shares tons of relatable experience. Each episode has actionable steps to implement no matter the stage of your side hustle. I love when a new episode comes out to see what value will be packed inside!
BellaDancerella123

Love this podcast!

Melissa has helped me so much over the past few years through this podcast and her videos on Facebook. She has a wealth of knowledge that she shares freely that is SO SO helpful and she is relatable! I highly recommend this podcast to therapist wanting to grow beyond therapy.
Kwarren22

Relatable

I love this podcast and it has made me consider my move from therapy to coaching. Marissa is so relatable as a mom, therapist, and military spouse!
Uhleetaw

If you aren’t listening, you should be!

This podcast has been an essential part of my learning and growth in the last year as I’ve taken the leap into my online business. Marisa is engaging and authentic, and she keeps things interesting with each new episode!
stephanielucas

So inspiring

I turned to Marissa’s podcast because I had no clue where to start and a billion ideas in my head. She is so inspiring and knowledgeable! Love it!!
groovingal

Let Marissa Explain It All

If you are a therapist considering a move into the world of online coaching or other services, this podcast is gold. Marissa Lawton has been there herself and shares her real life experience growing her business online with her listeners in a way that is encouraged, inspiring, and most importantly, TRUTHFUL!
Mint for life

Timid therapist making big strides thanks to Marissa

I’ve been a quiet follower and listener for several years. In the past year I’ve taken myself more seriously in terms of being an entrepreneur and expanding my services. So much of my confidence and know-how has come from listening to this podcast.
!Enid!

High quality content

I listen to this podcast every single week. Marissa offers great content with actionable steps to make real progress on your side hustle journey.
Nnvm

Quality Content and Great Delivery!

Marissa’s podcast is awesome! High quality content, lots of actionable steps - all in a super fun and easy to listen to podcast!
Dr. Joanne Ketch

Marissa offers amazing content

I just finished listening to Marisa’s most recent episode. I should have left a review sooner. She gave an epic amount of practical and helpful advice for therapeutic entrepreneurs to use if they want to become a coach. I don’t feel like Marissa “holds back” to make a sale for her “real” content. Her suggestions are immediately actionable and useable. I recommend her podcast for anyone considering or working towards becoming a coach and moving from the “time for dollars” model of 1:1 therapy.
w@@t

Marissa You Are Awesome

I was lucky enough to get a free coaching session from Marissa! Whew, she really knows her stuff. Helped me so much! I love this podcast and your Facebook page. So glad to know you have a few different options for support down the road. Thank you!
Dswimm

Such an Amazing Podcast

I listen every single week. The shows are detailed and I’m always taking notes. Leaves me feeling motivated and unstoppable.
Ex droid user

Actionable

Down to earth real insight and assistance for therapists wanting to broaden their reach.
Dr Menije

A must listen as an entrepreneur

Marissa teaches you the things you need to know to build a solid business! She explains it in a way that not only makes sense but also doable. I worked with her 1:1 and keep learning from her through these episodes. So good 🙌🏻🙌🏻
Glorianne Vazquez

Inspirational

Marissa is authentic and honest! Every time I listen to this podcast I feel inspired and hopeful! Marissa really wants to teach and share her insight! She helps you identify personal and professional abilities that could help you create a business where you’re genuinely serving your ideal client! I am very grateful for this podcast!
L Gordon B.

Knows her stuff!

I am so happy to have crossed paths with Marissa. She is true pro when it comes to thinking outside the box and knowing the ins and outs of marketing and scaling a private practice. She is fun and engaging and this comes through in the podcast. Highly recomended!
MgKatie

Super helpful!

Marissa provides wonderful insight into how to grow your business by using your already known therapy skills! I am inspired to think bigger on how to scale up my business.
CGLMFT

Therapists who want real advice!

Marissa is amazing at giving down to earth and actionable advise just for therapist building their businesses. If you want to know how to get clients, how to network, how to market, how to build your side hustle- this podcast does it all. And the FB group is amazing and supportive too. Live to pop this on during my workouts and gather ideas!
coriiibell

Fab podcast

Fun, informative, and engaging!!! Great podcast 😊
Sugarplum17

Love Marissa

Marissa knows her stuff and she is always super encouraging. She offers so much for free that, if your wanted, you could build a business. It’s like have a free business coach! Give her a listen and I bet you love her too!!
SLevyMcBay

So approachable, so knowledgeable!

It’s like Marissa knows what I’m thinking and can make sense of it! She is an awesome guide for this marketing piece of the therapeutic journey. You will learn a lot from her and what I love even more is that the information is actionable!!
kamakanoe

She gets how to teach us therapists to do marketing with soul.

I’ve been following and working with Marissa for the last 6-8 months. Implementing her tools and techniques have helped me create a full practice! Not to mention she’s totally authentic and leads her business from the heart. I can’t wait to start listening to her podcast!
Melissa_C_B

A podcast for all entrepreneurs to follow!!

Marissa has such a way of speaking to her audience and giving such practical and insightful advice and suggestions to how to authentically enhance your brand, content and what you as a therapist can offer your clients! She has helped me clarify and open up my practice to who I really am meant to help!
Lukedlv

Clear, applicable info!

Marissa provides very practical information for therapists trying to grow a private practice. I love her willingness to talk through topics and questions therapists are all wondering about. Great job, Marissa!
Looking for 5 star songs

Top Shelf Information

Marissa Lawton is a marketing genius. I have personally hired her for consulting/coaching work and have consistently been amazed by her ability to think on her feet. I’m so excited about this podcast!

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork on this page are property of the podcast owner, and not endorsed by UP.audio.