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Building Private Practice as an Autistic Therapist with Kroy Ryder
Episode 85 • 2nd October 2025 • Good Enough Counsellors • Josephine Hughes
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This week, I’m chatting to Kroy Ryder, an autistic therapist who shares his story of training, self-discovery, and building a private practice that works because of who he is - not in spite of it.

Kroy is open, honest, and full of gentle humour as he talks about everything from being the quiet boy who watched from the sidelines, to finally realising he didn’t need to mask or fit in to be a good therapist.

If you’ve ever wondered whether being neurodivergent might hold you back in private practice - or you’re just trying to work out how to make it all fit - this is a lovely episode to remind you that there is a way forward, and it doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.

In this episode

  • How Kroy’s autism diagnosis shaped his journey into private practice
  • Why he stopped trying to sound like everyone else in his profile
  • The moment his niche found him
  • Rejection sensitivity, endings and learning to let clients go
  • Small but powerful ways he adapts his therapy room for ND clients
  • What he’d say to anyone doubting if they’re “too different” to do this work

To find out more about Kroy, visit his website HERE

Like Kroy, I've found that neurodivergent people are drawn to work with me - so I aim to make Therapy Growth Group supportive for people who feel overwhelmed and aren't sure where to start. There's a clear plan to follow (so you don't have to figure it out yourself), regular live calls and body doubling sessions where you can work alongside others - even if you don't feel "ready'.

You can also find me here:

The Good Enough Counsellors Facebook Group

Josephine Hughes on Facebook

Josephine Hughes on YouTube

My website: josephinehughes.com

Setting up in private practice? Download my free checklist HERE

Need ideas for how to get clients? Download my free handout 21 Ways for Counsellors to Attract New Clients HERE

The information contained in Good Enough Counsellors is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this podcast are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast.

Josephine Hughes disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this podcast.

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