People pleasing shows up in almost every group practice owner — even the ones who look calm, confident, and steady on the outside. In this episode, we explore why it’s so common for therapists-turned-leaders, how it quietly erodes clarity and confidence, and what you can do to shift into grounded, assertive leadership that protects your time, your energy, and the long-term health of your practice.

You’ll walk away with a simple leadership challenge to help you practise clearer, more values-aligned decision-making this week.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why people-pleasing is so common for group practice owners (and why it makes total sense)
• The subtle ways people pleasers “under-lead” without realizing it
• How undervaluing your expertise fuels unclear boundaries and over-accommodating
• What happens in your business when decisions are delayed or driven by guilt
• Why clarity — not control — is the foundation of effective, trauma-informed leadership
• Practical ways to define your boundaries as a CEO
• A leadership challenge with four options (you’ll choose just one!) to practise assertive, grounded leadership this week

Resources Mentioned

• The Group Practice Connection — Supportive membership for group practice owners who want to lead with clarity, confidence, and steadiness
• Group Practice Network (1:1 Coaching) — Individual coaching to strengthen your leadership and systems
• Website: grouppracticenetwork.ca

Meet the Host: Lisa Catallo

Lisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day.

Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose.

Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does.

When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter.

Connect with the Host:

Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.ca

Instagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetwork

Facebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetwork

LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catallo

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