{"podcast":{"title":"The Bad Therapist Show","slug":"the-bad-therapist-show-6258887","podcast_index_feed_id":6258887,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-bad-therapist-show/","website_url":"https://the-bad-therapist-show.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/33699fd9-b121-402e-80e8-1d06ceda8b95/TBTS-Podcast-Cover-Art-2026.jpg","author":"Felicia Keller Boyle | Business Coach for Therapists","episode_count":179,"summary":"Ever felt like being a great therapist, having a successful practice, and living a life you love are somehow mutually exclusive? If so, you're in the right place. The Bad Therapist Show is the go-to resource for established solo therapists and group practice owners who want to grow profitable businesses, lead with confidence, and create more freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment in their lives. Hosted by Felicia Keller Boyle, aka The Bad Therapist®, LMFT, former six-figure private practice owner, therapist business coach, and creator of the Liberated Business™ method, this show challenges the belief that therapists have to choose between helping people, making money, and enjoying their lives. Through her coaching, courses, and innovative private practice fee calculator, The Magic Sheets™, Felicia has helped hundreds of therapists build more profitable practices, create additional income streams, and step into true business ownership—without sacrificing the work they love or the life they’re building. Each week, you'll hear honest conversations about private practice growth, marketing, leadership, money, boundaries, identity, and the realities of running a therapy business. Whether…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T02:19:30.418378+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bad-therapist-show-6258887"},"episode":{"title":"Handling Fee Objections: What to Say When a Therapy Client Says Your Fee Is Too Expensive [Ep 152]","slug":"handling-fee-objections-what-to-say-when-a-therapy-client-says-your-fee-is-too-expensive-ep-152","published_at":"2026-02-09T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bad-therapist-show-6258887/handling-fee-objections-what-to-say-when-a-therapy-client-says-your-fee-is-too-expensive-ep-152","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bad-therapist-show-6258887","url":"https://the-bad-therapist-show.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/295b73cc-1e1b-4451-bd60-6b3137b9a31c.mp3","summary":"Ever frozen on a consult call the moment someone said your fee was too expensive (I mean, who hasn't?) Handling fee objections is one of the most uncomfortable moments therapists face on consult calls, and if you've ever walked away from that conversation feeling guilty, confused, or tempted to slash your rates on the spot, this episode is for you! I'm breaking down what \"too expensive\" actually means when a potential client says it (it's not always what you think). I'll share how to tell the difference between someone who genuinely can't afford your fee and someone who's just unsure about investing in therapy. We'll talk about why being rock solid in your pricing matters and how your own money issues might be getting in the way. Plus, I'm giving you my favorite go-to response you can use word for word on your next call! This episode isn't about pressuring anyone into saying yes. It's about holding your boundary while staying warm, curious, and deeply caring. If you want to feel more grounded the next time money comes up on a consult call, tune in. Topics covered on Handling Fee Objections: Why \"too expensive\" is a subjective judgment and not an objective fact about your fee Your own assumptions can lead you to offer a sliding scale to clients who don't actually need it What I would do differently with my therapy fees if I could start over The real reasons someone might say your fee is too expensive even when they can technically afford it My favorite word-for-word response when handling fee objections Giving back in other ways helps you hold your fee without guilt Resources from this episode: Get my freebie & join the email list: The Magic Sheets Liberated Business: www.thebadtherapist.coach/liberatedbusiness Connect with Felicia: Instagram: @the_bad_therapist Web…","meta_description":"Ever frozen on a consult call the moment someone said your fee was too expensive (I mean, who hasn't?) 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