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What If They Say No? Overcoming Fear of Rejection When Offering EMDR Intensives [Episode 110]

Carolyn Solo | Business Coach for EMDR Therapists Episode 110

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In this episode, I’m digging into something I know so many therapists feel but don’t always say out loud — the fear of rejection when offering intensive therapy sessions.

I talk about how our therapist conditioning can make it harder to navigate the business side of private practice, especially when we start offering high-ticket services like intensives. I also explore what it means when a client says no, how to not take it personally, and why building real connections and community can help you keep going, even when you’re hearing crickets.

If you’ve ever felt vulnerable putting your rates out there or second-guessed yourself when a client doesn’t book, this one’s for you.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why fear of rejection shows up when you’re offering intensives
  • How therapist conditioning makes it harder to “sell” our services
  • What I do when a client says no — and how I keep going
  • The role of networking and relationships in getting more yeses


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“We hate to hear a no. Fear of rejection is so real, even for those of us therapists who are like, I've done my own work, I can handle this.  It doesn't feel good to get a no, right? Especially when we're launching something new and big.  A no can feel like a Are you kidding? Who do you think you are? This will never work. This is impossible. You're a fraud" - Carolyn