Alex Shink
August 25, 2023

Angela Hayes, B.S, M.S., LMFT.

1. What's your practice focus and what kind of clients knock on your door ?

I specialize in working with relationships, especially romantic relationships but also families. I really enjoy supporting people in developing stronger communication and boundaries that lead to healthier dynamics.

2. Tell us about yourself. 

I love helping people! I believe that relationships are the heart of our lives and that good relationships make a life worth living. I believe that communication and boundaries are the foundation of our relationships. I believe that looking towards what you want and having clarity for yourself and with your loved ones is crucial for healthy relationships. Clear communication, rather than criticism, leads to positive change.

3. Tell us the story of a patient who you are most proud of helping.

I've had the opportunity to work with a number of couples who were in the process of ending the relationship or who believed the relationship was not salvageable. Whether they ultimately stayed together or not it is a blessing to see them move forward with care and respect towards one another. It is always fun to see people rediscover the love and trust they used to have for one another and move forward together stronger than ever.

4. What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a practitioner in private practice?

Probably holding the entire financial burden on my shoulders. Sometimes when work is slow it can be a little scary but I try to remind myself that every business has an ebb and flow. I also try to financially plan for sick days, slow times, and vacations.

5. What are the top 3 tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a private practice today?\

Top 3 tips I would give someone getting into private practice is:


  1. Know you why. Why is it important to you to be in private practice? That is your source of motivation to push through the challenges.
  2. Set yourself up today with the foundation of what you want to build because it is difficult to change the foundation later. Think not only about what you need for now but what will you need in 3-years, 5-year, 10-years.
  3. Have hope. Things will not go perfectly. You will make mistakes that are opportunities to learn and grow.

6. Where can people find you?

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