JOSLYN CURLEY LPC-Supervisor shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
JOSLYN, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
As a mental health private practice owner, the first 90 minutes of my day are often a blend of clinical preparation and business management. The day typically begins with a mindful and intentional start, arriving at the office or logging into the virtual platform, taking a few moments to center yourself, and ensuring the physical or digital space is ready for clients. This may include organizing the waiting room, checking that therapy tools or resources are in place, and reviewing my calendar. The next portion of the morning is usually dedicated to reviewing the day’s clinical schedule. This includes reading over client notes from previous sessions, preparing interventions or materials for the day, and identifying any new intakes or clients in need of additional support. As a practice owner, you also spend time managing the business side of operations, checking and responding to emails, confirming staff coverage, reviewing billing and scheduling updates, and addressing any administrative issues. Finally, the last part of the 90-minute block may be used for growth-focused tasks such as drafting content for marketing, following up with referral sources, planning professional development, or tracking productivity and revenue goals. This structured yet flexible routine helps ensure you are grounded, organized, and equipped to meet both client needs and business responsibilities.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello! I’m a licensed professional counselor and private practice owner dedicated to supporting adolescents and young adults through life’s most challenging transitions. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed care and cultural sensitivity, with a mission to dismantle mental health stigmas, especially in communities where these conversations are often silenced. What makes my work unique is the holistic, relational approach I bring to therapy, helping clients not just cope, but thrive by reconnecting with their strengths and rewriting their stories. Beyond one-on-one sessions, I’m also focused on training and supervising the next generation of counselors, ensuring they enter the field with compassion, competence, and cultural awareness. Right now, I’m working on expanding community-based workshops and digital resources through speaking engagements to make mental wellness more accessible and engaging for youth and their families. I’m also expanding my efforts to Louisiana and Florida.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
By God’s grace, my journey to becoming a clinical mental health private practice owner has been both purposeful and deeply personal. What began as a calling to help others through their emotional and spiritual pain gradually unfolded into a career rooted in compassion, faith, and service. Through each step, whether it was pursuing my education, gaining clinical experience, or walking alongside clients in their healing, I have witnessed God’s hand guiding and sustaining me. The decision to open my own practice was not just a professional milestone, but a spiritual one, grounded in the belief that healing is possible when we create safe, empathetic spaces for people to be seen and heard. Every opportunity, every challenge, and every breakthrough has been a testament to His faithfulness, and I continue to rely on His wisdom as I serve others with integrity, humility, and heart.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
There was a point early in my career when I almost walked away from the mental health profession entirely. The emotional weight of holding space for others, coupled with long hours, limited resources, and the pressure to prove myself, led to a deep sense of burnout. I found myself constantly drained, questioning if I was truly making a difference, and wondering if I had the strength to continue. The passion that once fueled me began to feel like a burden, and for a moment, I seriously considered leaving the field. But through prayer, mentorship, and intentional self-reflection, I was reminded of my purpose and calling. I learned to set boundaries, seek support, and prioritize my own healing, lessons that not only renewed my commitment but also deepened my capacity to care for others with authenticity and resilience.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends and colleagues would likely describe me as deeply compassionate, driven, and unwavering in my commitment to helping others heal. They often recognize my ability to remain calm and grounded, even in emotionally intense situations, and admire the way I balance professionalism with genuine empathy. They would say that I’m a natural encourager, someone who listens without judgment, speaks truth with grace, and shows up consistently for the people I care about. Whether in the therapy room, in supervision, or simply in friendship, they see me as someone who leads with integrity, uplifts those around me, and walks in purpose with faith at the center of everything I do.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
When I’m gone, I hope people tell the story of a woman who lived with purpose, led with compassion, and poured her heart into the healing of others. I want to be remembered as someone who showed up, fully and faithfully, for her clients, her community, and her calling. I hope they say I created safe spaces where people felt seen, heard, and valued, and that I helped break generational cycles of silence, shame, and struggle. More than anything, I hope the story they tell is one of love, a love rooted in faith, extended through service, and made visible in the lives I touched along the way.
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