Episode 138: Overcoming Adversity: Homelessness, Teen Motherhood, and Entrepreneurship [featuring Victoria James]

In this episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Victoria James who is not only a LCSW and psychotherapist but also an anxiety and mindset expert who overcame difficult odds to establish a thriving private practice dedicated to helping ambitious individuals navigate their mental health and entrepreneurial journeys. Here are some key takeaways: Embrace Your Journey: Victoria's story is a testament to the power of resilience and courage, moving from teenage motherhood and homelessness to becoming a successful entrepreneur and wellness leader. Bet on Yourself: Even when faced with unimaginable challenges, investing in your self-growth and education can change your life trajectory. Victoria's determination to pursue higher education despite financial and personal obstacles is a powerful reminder that we hold the keys to our future. Redefine Failure: Viewing failure as a stepping stone rather than a setback can significantly alter your approach to life and business. Failures are merely setups for greater successes, providing invaluable learning opportunities. Victoria's insights are a treasure trove for anyone looking to break cycles and chart new paths. Let's get inspired and empower each other to go beyond our limits! About Victoria: Victoria James is an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Anxiety & Mindset Expert, Wellness Entrepreneur, and the Founder of Ever Growth Counseling®. Ever Growth Counseling was created for overachieving Young Professionals, Millennials, and Entrepreneurs who are struggling with mental health challenges and in need of support across the states of New York, New Jersey, and Florida. Website: evergrowthcounseling.com Instagram: instagram.com/evergrowthcounseling ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 🎙️Listen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast 🎙️Spotify 🎙️Apple 🎙️YouTube Music ▶️ YouTube ✈️ Learn about Retreats 🗨️ Join the free Empowered Escape FB Community 🗨️ Join the free All Things Private Practice FB Community ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Thanks to Our Sponsors: The Receptionist for iPad & Freed ✨ The Receptionist for iPad: I want to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. The Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the need for you to buy an iPad and stand. Go to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice and sign up for a free 14-day trial. When you do, you'll get your first month free. And don't forget to ask about our iPad list check-in option. ✨ Freed: I want to thank Freed for sponsoring this episode. Do you dread doing your notes every day? Freed.AI listens, transcribes, and writes medical documentation for you. It's written in your style and ready the moment the visit is over. Just imagine leaving the office at the same time as your last patient. Freed is HIPAA compliant, secure, and takes less than 30 seconds to learn. Artificial intelligence cannot replace you, but it can do the administrative work that no one needs to be subjected to. Get back to doing what you love — helping your patients — and let Freed.AI do the rest. Go to getfreed.ai and use code ATPP for your first month for free.