Are you someone who works in a healing or clinical field and struggles to explain what you do? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll tackle the common challenge of describing your professional role in a way that feels clear and authentic - especially in social settings.

I’ll share insights from a recent workshop and share a few reflections on how teaching in real time can spark new ideas, deepen understanding, and lead to meaningful connections.

If you missed the workshop on how to describe what you do, you can still access the recording [https://academy.camillefreeman.com/courses/describe-what-you-do]($25).

If you have a question for a future episode, please submit it here: https://www.intheclinic.com 

 

85 | A tip on describing what you do

In this episode, I’m answering a question from an upcoming Q&A session: What does my morning routine look like? I give a few details about how I start my day, including the balance between finding time alone and juggling homeschooling, caregiving, and household responsibilities. I find that many morning routines I hear or read about are unrealistic for my particular situation. 

You'll hear about the differences between what I'd like to do and what actually happens most mornings. I also share more about how I've adapted the one the one thing I do pretty much every morning - a daily walk with my dog - into a tiny morning routine of sorts. 

If you’ve struggled to create a morning routine that feels realistic and meaningful, I hope this episode gives you ideas for starting your day in a way that works for you or at least takes away some of the pressure to have an elaborate/extended morning routine. 

Got a question you’d like me to answer in a future episode? Submit it at www.intheclinic.com [http://www.intheclinic.com] - I'd love to hear from you. 

84 | On Morning Routines

Is pursuing an advanced degree like a doctorate necessary? In this episode, we'll explore the various factors that come into play when deciding whether to pursue additional education, including financial considerations, personal goals, and the true impact of additional credentials on clinical practice.

I share my personal experiences with advanced degrees and a few tips from my many years of experience as a professor in a graduate program. In short: consider your motivations for seeking further education, think about potential financial implications, and question whether additional credentials will actually enhance your practice. 

Do you have a question you'd like me to address in a future episode. I'd love to hear from you: https://www.intheclinic.com 

83 | Should you go back to school or get another credential?

It can feel inappropriate or uncomfortable to promote yourself when things are falling apart around you. It's tempting to think that your work doesn't matter much in the big scheme of things. In the episode, we'll talk about how it matters to show up for your community when things are hard. Our work matters, and by helping people feel better individually, we are increasing capacity to make changes in the world that are so desperately needed. 

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this one 💚

Camille

Upcoming at Bloom & Grow: 
 * Workshop on how to describe what you do [https://www.camillefreeman.com/2025/02/describewhatyoudo/] (March 6th from 12-1 pm ET; free or $25)
 * Spring Dreaming & Planning for Practitioners [https://www.camillefreeman.com/seasonaldreaming] (March 13 from 12-12:30 pm ET; free)
 * Seasonal Allergies: Immune Deep Dive [https://academy.camillefreeman.com/courses/seasonal-allergies] (March 10 from 5-6:30 pm ET) 
 * Herbal Observation Group [https://www.camillefreeman.com/mentoring/herbal-case-observation-groups/]: March 25 & 27th at 12 pm ET

82 | Promoting your work when the world is on fire

In this episode, Camille sits down with herbalists Ember Peters and Oren Hercz from Nova Scotia, exploring their innovative intermediate herbal program offered through the Maritime School of Holistic Herbalism [https://www.maritimeherbschool.com/intermediate].

Ember and Oren share more about their collaboration, lessons learned from marketing their program, thoughts on accessibility and pricing, and more. If you've ever thought about collaborating with another practitioner or about running your own educational program, you'll find value in exploring the dynamics of working with others, marketing a program, and reaching your ideal students.

For more about Ember and Oren, including their professional backgrounds, be sure to visit the In the Clinic website. 

81 | Starting and marketing an herbal program: Insights with Ember Peters and Oren Hercz

In this episode, Camille discusses how to handle negative feedback from newsletter subscribers and emphasizes the importance of remaining authentic. Drawing from her personal experiences, Camille offers practical advice for responding (or not responding) to unpleasant messages and highlights why it's crucial not to let such interactions deter you from being yourself.

Additionally, Camille introduces her upcoming book, "Write Better Newsletters [https://www.writebetterletters.com]," available for pre-order, to help practitioners enhance their newsletter writing skills.

Please send in your questions for upcoming episodes: https://www.intheclinic.com 

80 | On Negative Feedback about your Newsletter

In response to a listener question, Camille shares her thoughts on insurance options for clinical herbalists.

Submit your own questions: https://www.intheclinic.com 

79 | Navigating Insurance as a Clinical Herbalist

In this episode, herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman addresses a challenge faced by some practitioners juggling insurance-based employment alongside cash-based private practices. Responding to a question from Gabriela, Camille shares a few ideas for navigating clients who find your website or social media feed based on a list of insurance-covered practitioners when you're hoping that folks will enter your cash-pay practice. 

Camille emphasizes the importance of understanding the client's perspective and clearly differentiating between services offered through insurance and those available in a private practice. She offers practical tips on presenting the unique value of cash-based services and suggests ways to optimize your online presence to guide potential clients efficiently.

Thanks for submitting your question, Gabriela 💚

To submit a question for future episodes: https://www.intheclinic.com 

79 | Navigating Dual Practice Dilemmas: Insurance vs. Cash-Based Services

In this episode, I reflect on running Monday Mentoring [https://www.camillefreeman.com/mondaymentoring], my community of practice membership program for practitioners, as we start our fifth year. I share how it began, how it's evolved, and a few key things I've learned along the way.

This episode goes into some of the things that worried or scared me as I started/grew the program, where we are now, and how I think about pricing. If you'd like to learn more about the Pay from the Heart pricing model we use, check out episode 53 [https://www.intheclinic.com/53-the-pay-from-the-heart-pricing-model/]. 

I hope this episode will be helpful to you if you're thinking about offering a membership program or if you're simply interested in a bit of "behind the scenes" info about how Monday Mentoring works. 

If you have specific questions that aren't answered her, I'd love to answer them. Please share your question on intheclinic.com 

I'd like to end by offering my deep gratitude to everyone who's been a part of Monday Mentoring over the years, including those who have joined the community, our amazing facilitators, the virtual assistants who help me keep the wheels on, people who have helped spread the word, and mentors and friends who have helped me to grow and improve the program. Y'all are the best, and I can't wait to see how things continue to evolve in the years to come 💚

78 | Behind the Scenes of Monday Mentoring

Welcome to this episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," hosted by Camille Freeman, a clinical herbalist and nutritionist. In today's episode, Camille suggests creating a a self-care plan to navigate the stressful months leading up to the US election in early November.

Camille discusses the importance of staying informed without getting overwhelmed, drawing inspiration from a class by Beth Pickens. She emphasizes the need for boundaries around media consumption and shares her personal strategies for maintaining mental, physical, and emotional health during this period.

Join Camille as she encourages practitioners to develop a care plan that allows them to show up for themselves and their communities during this crucial time. Tune in for a friendly nudge to stay balanced, informed, and proactive in the lead-up to the election.

Resources
 * Learn more about Beth Pickens [https://www.bethpickens.com/] (the program I'm in is called Homework Club)
 * Morning Coffee Sessions [https://fireflycreativewriting.com/coffee-sessions] with Firefly Creative Writing
 * Register to vote or check your registration status  [https://www.nass.org/can-I-vote]

77 | Navigating Election Season: Self-Care for Practitioners

Short clinical tidbits for practitioners with clinical herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman.