Becoming Your Own Boss
A Therapist’s Guide to Private Practice Success
🗓️ Friday 6th February 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 3:00pm
📍 In-person training | Widnes Business Lodge
💰 Early bird £60 (until 19th Jan)
(Standard price £70)
Ready to build your own private practice — with clarity and confidence?
If you’re a therapist thinking about stepping into private practice, or you’ve already started and want to feel more secure in what you’re building, this supportive in-person workshop is for you.
Becoming Your Own Boss is a down-to-earth, practical training designed to help you understand what it really takes to set up and grow a therapy practice that feels ethical, sustainable, and aligned with your values.
No jargon. No pressure. Just honest guidance from people who’ve been there.
This workshop will guide you through the essential foundations of private practice, helping you feel informed, grounded, and ready to move forward.
You’ll explore:
What it really means to work for yourself as a therapist
Legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities
Practical considerations when setting up your service
Ethical decision-making in private practice
Common fears and barriers — and how to move through them
Real-life insights from experienced practitioners
The day includes reflective discussions and interactive group activities to bring the learning to life and help you connect theory to real practice.
This training is ideal for:
Therapists considering moving into private practice
Newly qualified therapists unsure where to begin
Practitioners who want to grow their practice with more confidence
Therapists seeking clarity around ethics, boundaries, and responsibility
Whether you’re just starting to explore the idea or already taking early steps, you’ll leave feeling clearer, steadier, and more confident.
Meet your facilitators
This workshop is led by Carolyn Fitzpatrick and Anna Noden, both experienced counsellors, business founders, and clinical supervisors.
They bring real-world experience, honesty, and compassion to their teaching — sharing what they’ve learned through building and sustaining their own practices, and supporting others to do the same.
Testimonials
from participants of previous workshops
I found today Fabulous and insightful
I found the workshop enjoyable and v useful. Very engaging and real presenters!
I really enjoyed the understanding of what we are taught at college vs real life work in PP
I found all the information useful and enjoyed being able to ask questions
Thanks so much for demystifying it all
What’s included
Full-day, in-person training
Interactive learning and group discussion
Supportive, welcoming environment
Certificate of Attendance (CPD evidence)
Opportunity to connect with like-minded therapists
Venue details
Widnes Business Lodge
All events are held at this location.
📍 https://www.businesslodge.co.uk/location/widnes
🚗 Free onsite parking available
Investment
Early Bird Price: £60
Standard Price: £70
Spaces are limited to keep the day supportive and interactive.
Let’s build something meaningful together
If you’re ready to take a step towards becoming your own boss — supported, informed, and encouraged — we’d love to welcome you.
Need help?
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This workshop is suitable for qualified therapists and those nearing qualification who are considering private practice. If you’re unsure whether it’s the right fit for you, you’re very welcome to get in touch before booking.
Yes — absolutely. This training is designed for therapists who are thinking about private practice as well as those who have already taken early steps. Many attendees come specifically to gain clarity before getting started.
This is an in-person workshop, held at Widnes Business Lodge. The day includes discussion, reflection, and group activities that benefit from being together in the room.
Yes. We’ll explore key legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities, alongside practical considerations for setting up and running your practice in a grounded and ethical way.
The workshop runs from 10:00am to 3:00pm. We recommend arriving a little early to settle in and get comfortable.
Yes. All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance, which can be used as evidence for CPD.
Just yourself, something to take notes with, and an open mind. All learning materials will be provided on the day.
Yes. Free onsite parking is available at Widnes Business Lodge.
Light refreshments will be available. Please bring your own lunch or make use of nearby facilities.
Please note that all payments are non-refundable once made. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to the training
Places are limited to keep the workshop supportive and interactive. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
You can contact us directly via The Listening Rooms if you’d like to ask anything before booking. We’re always happy to help.
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