From NHS to Private Practice: A Psychologist's Journey

In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, Dr. Marianne Trent is joined by Dr. Rosie Gilderthorpe to discuss her journey from working in the NHS to establishing a thriving private practice. They explore the challenges, rewards, and mindset shifts required to make the transition, as well as the opportunities that private practice can offer for both clinicians and clients. Key Takeaways Unconventional Paths – Dr. Rosie shares her non-traditional route into psychology and how it shaped her career. The Reality of Private Practice – Insights into why private practice isn’t just about financial gain but about flexibility, work-life balance, and filling service gaps. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – How self-doubt plays a role in transitioning from the NHS to private work and ways to navigate it. Finding Your Niche – Why personal and professional experiences can help shape a meaningful and sustainable career. Giving Back Creatively – Alternative ways to support those who can’t afford private services while maintaining a sustainable business. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 01:41 - Meet Dr. Rosie Gilderthorpe 03:10 - Taking an Unconventional Route into Psychology 07:05 - Working in the Prison Service 10:30 - Navigating NHS Training & Culture 17:49 - Transitioning to Private Practice 26:09 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Business 30:58 - Finding Purpose Beyond Therapy 35:36 - Using Private Practice to Fill Service Gaps 41:13 - Career Progression in Psychology 45:35 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. Rosie Links: 📲 Connect with Dr Rosie Website: www.psychologybusinessschool.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanna-gilderthorp-0346b115b/ 🫶 To support me by donating to help cover my costs for the free resources I provide click here: https://the-aspiring-psychologist.captivate.fm/support 📚 To check out The Clinical Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3jOplx0 📖 To check out The Aspiring Psychologist Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3CP2N97 💡 To check out or join the aspiring psychologist membership for just £30 per month head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/membership-interested 🖥️ Check out my brand new short courses for aspiring psychologists and mental health professionals here: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/short-courses ✍️ Get your Supervision Shaping Tool now: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/supervision 📱Connect socially with Marianne and check out ways to work with her, including the Aspiring Psychologist Book, Clinical Psychologist book and The Aspiring Psychologist Membership on her Link tree: https://linktr.ee/drmariannetrent 💬 To join my free Facebook group and discuss your thoughts on this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aspiringpsychologistcommunity Like, Comment, Subscribe & get involved: If you enjoy the podcast, please do subscribe and rate and review episodes. If you'd like to learn how to record and submit your own audio testimonial to be included in future shows head to: https://www.goodthinkingpsychology.co.uk/podcast and click the blue request info button at the top of the page. Hashtags: #aspiringpsychologist #dclinpsy #psychology #assistantpsychologist #psychologycareers #podcast #psychologypodcast #clinicalpsychologist #mentalhealth #traineeclinicalpsychologist #clinicalpsychology #drmariannetrent #mentalhealthprofessional #gettingqualified #mentalhealthprofessionals #traineepwp #mdt #qualifiedpsychologist #traineepsychologist #aspiringpsychologists #wellbeing Mentioned in this episode: Sponsored by WriteUpp Tap to Pay This episode is sponsored by WriteUpp. Their Tap to Pay app turns your smartphone into a card reader, helping private practitioners take secure payments without additional hardware. Use code MARIANNE30 for a free 30-day trial and 30% off your first 6 months at this link: https://writeupp.com/?refid=142336