How Therapists Can Build Sustainable Nonprofits That Serve Communities & Generate Income With Lauren Lawson [Ep 38]

Have you ever considered that creating a sustainable nonprofit could be the key to both serving your community and building a thriving practice? In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Lauren Lawson, a therapist turned coach who has dedicated her career to helping therapists like you launch and grow nonprofits that make a real impact. Lauren shares her journey of starting a nonprofit during her doctoral program and how it’s evolved into a successful practice operating across two states.

We'll dive into the myths surrounding nonprofits, like the belief that they can’t be profitable, and Lauren will break down the steps to get started, from filing paperwork to building funding streams. Whether you’ve always dreamed of starting a nonprofit or are just curious about how it works, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about what’s possible. If you’ve ever felt called to make a bigger impact, this episode is for you!

More about Lauren Lawson:

I’m Lauren. I’m a licensed therapist and business coach, specializing in consulting in both mental health and nonprofit leadership. I’m passionate about helping visionary mental health providers transition from grueling agency work into the successful nonprofit group practice of their wildest dreams.

Topics covered in this episode:

• What inspired Lauren to transition from therapist to coach?

• How therapists can start building a sustainable nonprofit private practice.

• The key differences between nonprofit and for-profit structures.

• The common misconceptions about nonprofits.

• The role a board of directors plays in a nonprofit.

• The long-term benefits of running a sustainable nonprofit.

• How Lauren's program helps therapists build sustainable nonprofits.

Resources from this episode:

• Therapreneur: A Therapist's Guide to 3x Your Therapy Income

• Therapist to Coach Accelerator program

Connect with Lauren:

Facebook Group: Thriving Impact: Building Your Non-Profit Group Practice

Instagram: @nonprofit_therapy_leaders

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Quote:

"Therapists can serve their communities while creating sustainable and profitable nonprofits." - Lauren Lawson