This Friday: Exclusive Q&A with Expert Guest Caz Binstead
Building an Ethical and Thriving Private Practice
⏳ The Countdown Is On! In just one week, we’ll be joined by the incredible Caz Binstead, a leading voice in private practice ethics and an experienced practitioner, supervisor, writer, and lecturer.
📚 About Caz Binstead
Caz has been instrumental in shaping resources like the Private Practice Toolkit for the BACP, and her book provides practical tools, examples, and exercises to help therapists feel more confident and grounded in their work. She’s also a co-lead of #TherapistsConnect and the founder of #TraineeTalk, platforms that support therapist communities and foster collaboration.
Caz Binstead is an experienced private practitioner, supervisor, writer, and facilitator/visiting lecturer. Specialising in the growth and maintenance of ethical and thriving practice, she was instrumental in the creation of the Private practice toolkit at the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and acted as divisional lead on the project. In addition to having many papers published in this area, she is also the first author on the book Relational Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counselling Private Practice: Solidarity, Compassion, Justice (Binstead, C; Sarantakis, N): https://amzn.eu/d/gXmQP28 .
💡 Why Attend?
Caz’s extensive expertise in ethical and thriving private practice makes this Q&A a must for therapists at any stage of their journey. Here's why you should join:
Learn practical strategies to tackle ethical dilemmas you face in your private practice.
Explore creative ways to use your preferred ethical framework and tailor it to your unique practice.
Gain insights from Caz’s extensive work, including her book Relational Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counselling Private Practice: Solidarity, Compassion, Justice, a comprehensive resource for building a values-based business.
Ask questions and get advice from someone who has helped hundreds of therapists navigate the challenges of private practice.
CPD Opportunity
Don’t forget to treat this session as part of your professional development. Use a CPD Reflection Sheet to capture your learning and reflect on how you can apply it to your practice. This is a great way to formalize your development and ensure you get the most from the session.
Some of the questions we will be covering
Therapists attending the Q&A with Caz Binstead are likely to ask a range of questions, from practical and ethical dilemmas to broader concerns about running and sustaining a private practice. Here are some common areas we will focus on:
1. Ethical Dilemmas in Private Practice
How do I navigate dual relationships in small communities?
What’s the best way to handle situations where a client can no longer afford therapy?
How can I ethically manage social media boundaries with clients?
2. Building and Sustaining a Values-Based Practice
How do I align my practice with my personal values without compromising profitability?
3. Challenges Specific to New Therapists
What are the most common ethical mistakes new therapists make in private practice?
4. Managing Financial and Business Concerns
How can I set fair and ethical fees while considering accessibility for clients?
What’s the best way to address late payments or cancellations?
How do I manage the financial pressures of private practice without sacrificing self-care?
5. Supervision and Professional Growth
What should I look for in a supervisor to support ethical growth in private practice?
6. Neurodiversity and Inclusivity
What ethical considerations should I keep in mind when working with diverse populations?
7. Self-Care and Preventing Burnout
How do I set boundaries to avoid overworking while maintaining a thriving practice?
What are ethical ways to communicate my need for time off to clients?
8. Questions About Caz’s Expertise and Resources
What inspired you to write Relational Ethics in Psychotherapy and Counselling Private Practice?
Can you share examples of how therapists have implemented the frameworks in your book?
What are the most important takeaways from your work with the BACP and #TherapistsConnect?
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