The Practice Pod International Coaching Group
Support, Strategy and Community for Therapists in Private Practice and Beyond
This coaching container is a space for therapists optimising their private practices, exploring online income streams, and keen to connect with other therapists.
The Practice Pod is magic. That’s no exaggeration - ask any of the current Poddies. They are incredibly thoughtful, generous, and collaborative. This group is the anchor of my professional world, and I'd love it to be yours too.
Are you looking for your professional peas in a pod?
The world has felt heavy this year—political turmoil, financial struggles, and global crises that seem to push us further from stability. It’s easy to feel adrift in the midst of all this uncertainty, questioning how to stay grounded and find purpose in our work. With endless tasks on our plates, it might feel like only a magic wand could provide relief at this point. If you’re searching for a place of support, a community that can offer not just advice but understanding - a true anchor amidst the chaos, then I would love to invite you to join The Practice Pod.
Your Work is Your Vocation
This isn’t just a job for you; it’s your livelihood. You want to treat your practice with the respect and focus it deserves, but the constant pressure to keep up with everything is overwhelming.
The Mental Load is Endless
You’re not just managing your clients and your practice. You’re juggling a mountain of responsibilities - finances, marketing, admin and everything that comes with a business and household.
You Want More than Survival
It’s not just about making it through the day-to-day grind. You want to find joy and fulfillment in your work again, but it’s hard to stay inspired when the mental and emotional load never lets up.
I know this year has been hard. Between the disappointment of the US election, financial struggles, and the ever-present backdrop of war and global conflict, we as therapists have had to hold so much heartbreak. The Practice Pod is an experience-led, trauma-sensitive, neurodivergent, and identity-affirming space. It’s a place where you’re not just a business owner - you're a valued, whole person in a community that truly gets it. And you deserve that support.
What's Included in Pod 2025?
POD 2025
Spaces are limited, and we want to ensure each member gets the most out of their time in The Practice Pod.
Check out my Core Values page to make sure we are aligned on the big stuff, like what we mean by affirming, inclusive and sensitive practice.
Tamara Howell • Pod Leader
I am a therapist in private practice, course creator, paperwork geek, workshop leader, membership coach, bundle host and mastermind facilitator currently based in France.
I work with therapists worldwide, helping them build sustainable private practices that align with their values and create lasting impact. Through my online courses, workshops, and coaching, I provide the structure, tools, and support needed to navigate the complexities of business ownership.
If you are a neurodivergent therapist looking for help getting your business ducks in row, I'm a very encouraging duck herder!
Lovely Words from Past and Current Pod members
Back in 2020, Morag asked if she could do some coaching with me in a small group. The first pod became the secondand now over 10 pods later, it has evolved into an annual group for therapists in private practice and beyond.
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Lim Li Hsien • POD 2021-2024
Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara allows me to understand better how I can move forward with my practice and make it my own. She takes the unique experiences of each participant in the group and uses them to synthesize meaning and purpose. The creative exercises are fun, and also relevant to giving us more insight into how we see ourselves in our private practice.
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Simone Smith
Integrative Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara has been a revolution in my private practise and I have gained the confidence and expertise to run a thriving business.
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Renata Andrade • POD 2021-2024
Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist
Tamara is incredibly supportive, knowledgeable and generous with her experience. She always brings more than you imagined, and creates a fun, warm, encouraging and productive space.
Working with her has been essential to growing a sustainable international practice.
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Chris Oxborrow • POD 2021-2024
Integrative Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara is thought provoking and never ceases to take me somewhere I didn't know I could go. I've got so much more out of Pod than I expected - a greater clarity of myself, my ever evolving niche and my potential.
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Laura Pritchard
CBT Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara has enabled me to feel connected to a wider, web of therapists. Previously I felt rather ‘untethered’ but now I feel part of a professional network. Also whilst I have a wealth of experience from a previous career, I’m a private-practice newbie. At first I thought perhaps I should have joined a POD later but I’ve been able to learn and begin to put in place better and smarter processes from the outset of setting up my business.
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Úna Sweeney
Integrative Therapist
Working with Tamara is one of the best decisions I've made in getting my private practice off to a professional start. What changed for me during my time in The Practice Pod was that I gained support and confidence in how to put a framework around practice that worked for me. Having the pooled knowledge of other more experienced therapists along with Kim's technical expertise was an invaluable combination to my practice growth so far.
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Morag Barker • POD 2021
Integrative Counsellor
Tamara is a hugely generous and creative enabler and coach. I valued the way she engaged us as a group, building a safe and supportive environment. I learnt so much from my time with her and am incredibly grateful for the opportunity it gave me to personally reflect and develop.
Most of all, Tamara's way of being has made me feel that anything is possible.
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Jo Lofthouse
Integrative Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara has had really tangible results. It has given me the confidence to up my fees and change my policies to make my business work better for me. I highly recommend a 1:1 session whether you’re looking to turbo charge your practice or just iron out some wrinkles. Tamara is approachable, kind and just the right level of challenging.
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Elaine Tarsh
Relationship and Psychosexual Therapist
Working with Tamara is always affirming and supportive. She runs fabulous, supportive spaces for therapists to connect.
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Maritxu Arlegui
Integrative Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara is so affirming. What changed for me during my time in The Practice Pod was my confidence in running my business and making it sustainable according to my individual needs. I have gained a lot of valuable and practical resources from how to calculate fees to polishing up my website, yet the most valuable aspect of the Pod for me is the connections I've made with other therapists. Some of which have become very close and a key component in my personal support network. Thank you for creating and facilitating this space, Tamara!
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Henrietta Ray • POD 2023
Psychodynamic counsellor
I had been a fan of Tamara's work for some time. Joining her POD did not disappoint. I really feel that I have learnt so much from Tamara and the group. Alongside the group calls, she provides a wealth of educational resources. In my mind, it has been a very worthwhile investment and I can see the benefits in how I have started to scale my practice.
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Carly Radford
Psychotherapist
What changed for me during my time in The Practice Pod was an increase in meaningful connections with colleagues, and the creation of new friendships. I feel more supported and connected both personally and professionally. I feel more confident as a business owner and feel inspired and hopeful for what's to come in terms of continuing to grow and develop.
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Emma Harris • POD 2021-2024
Therapist
Tamara's coaching has transformed my practice. I've reorganised my schedule and really felt the benefit; gained more confidence in my niche; increased my fee - and my confidence that I'm worth that fee; taken control of my finances; implemented new systems which make my life so much easier; and gained an international network.
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Ruth Mark-Roland • POD 2021
Psychotherapist
Working with Tamara is like a burst of sunshine, she is full of energy, enthusiasm and most of all a wealth of wisdom and confidence. Tamara is the advocate that everyone needs in their corner, her support and belief in me has given me immense confidence to run a group.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Tamara.
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Maura Brivio • POD 2022 & 2023
Therapist & Coach
Being on the coaching pod with Tamara feels like being on a treasure hunt. For me each meeting is an exciting expedition into uncharted territories, filled with the anticipation of discovering valuable insights and innovative solutions. The journey is not just about the destination; it's also about the spirit of collaboration and equality that Tamara brings, characterised by a genuine commitment to working together and valuing the contributions of each Pod members. She fosters a collaborative culture that values each individual's strengths and expertise. With Tamara, it's not just about her; it's about empowering and assisting all of us in achieving success in our businesses.
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Jan Siddle
Integrative Psychotherapist & Supervisor
Working with Tamara has really helped me to grow in confidence in my ability to work online, both technically and professionally. She is warm, supportive and extremely generous and patient in helping everyone who is taking part to get their needs met - however random our request or however many times we ask the same question! She has grown and nurtured a wonderful therapeutic community which we all have access to, which is invaluable as a self employed practitioner.
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Viki Dimopoulos • POD 2022-2023
Integrative Counsellor
Working with Tamara is inspiring. She is a fountain of invaluable knowledge and experience when it comes to private practice. The Practice Pod helped me make changes to my practice so that it feels more aligned with my personal and professional needs and values.
The Practice Pod 2025 a great fit for you if...
If this sounds like you, then The Practice Pod 2025 is the supportive space you've been searching for. Apply today and let's build the practice and career you’ve always dreamed of — with support, strategy, and community at your side.