{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F45e14003-d0c5-4118-bdab-6c440fa002ec","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Episode 158: International Retreats for Therapists\u2014More Than Just a Vacation [featuring Melissa Wesner]","description":"In this episode, Melissa Wesner, LCPC, founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services and host of the \"Dreaming and Doing\" podcast, and I dive into the transformative power of retreats, cultural immersion, and self-care in business strategy. We discuss how stepping out of comfort zones, embracing new cultures, and integrating well-being into our professional lives can create lasting, positive change.\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\nThe Power of Relationships: Retreats and workshops go beyond just delivering content. The deep connections and lifelong friendships built in these events are transformative and impactful.\n\nCultural Immersion for Real Insights: Experiencing different cultures first-hand, rather than just learning theoretically, is crucial for developing true cultural competence.\n\nIntegrating Self-Care and Business: Prioritizing well-being can significantly enhance business performance. We emphasize the importance of self-care as an integral part of a successful business strategy.\n\n\nAbout Melissa:\n\nMelissa Wesner is the Founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services, a group practice in Baltimore County, Maryland. She is the Dreaming & Doing Podcast host, international retreat host, and planner of fun for her office and the local Clinician Community Membership that she runs. She is also a Brainspotting Consultant.\n\nWebsite: lifespringcounseling.net\n\n\nPodcast Facebook: facebook.com/dreaminganddoingpodcast\n\n\nInstagram: @melissa_wesner_\n\n\ufeffFacebook: @lifespringcounselingservices\n\n\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fListen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fSpotify\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fApple\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fYouTube Music\n\u25b6\ufe0f YouTube\n\u2708\ufe0f Learn about Retreats\n\ud83d\udde8\ufe0f Join the free Empowered Escape FB Community\n\ud83d\udde8\ufe0f Join the free All Things Private Practice FB Community\n\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\n\nThanks to Our Sponsors: The Receptionist for iPad, Alma, & All Things Private Practice + Empowered Escapes 2025 Retreats & Summits!\n\u2728 The Receptionist for iPad\nThanks to The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode.\nThe Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the need for you to buy an iPad and stand. Go to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice and sign up for a free 14-day trial. When you do, you'll get your first month free. And don't forget to ask about our iPad list check-in option.\n\u2728 Alma\nThanks to Alma for sponsoring this episode.\nBuilding and managing the practice you want can be challenging. That\u2019s why Alma offers tools and resources to help you build not just any practice, but your private practice. They\u2019ll help you navigate insurance, access referrals who are the right fit for you, and efficiently manage administrative tasks \u2014 so you can spend less time on the details, and more time delivering great care. You support your clients. Alma supports you. Visit helloalma.com/ATPP to learn more.\n\u2728 All Things Private Practice + Empowered Escapes 2025 Retreats & Summits\nThe 2025 retreats and summits are live! This is Patrick Casale from All Things Private Practice. My co-host Jennifer Agee and I have put a ton of planning into these events for next year, and we are excited to welcome you to the following locations. We have a retreat about creating alternative income streams and diversifying revenue from May 17th\u201322nd in Catalonia, Spain in a beautiful seaside Mediterranean village. We have the second annual Doubt Yourself, Do it Anyway Summit in Edinburgh, Scotland, from July 14th\u201318th with 13 incredible speakers. We then have a second retreat in Catalonia, Spain, on creating alternative income streams. Next is the Greece, Chania, Crete Leadership Retreat in November 2025. Find more information at allthingspractice.com and empoweredescapes.com. Doubt yourself, do it anyway.\n\u2728 Hurricane Relief for WNC communities\nDonate to help provide urgent aid for WNC communities affected by Hurricane Helene. 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