Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in mental wellness but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Henry Ternier, Founder of Think Better Therapy, located in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Pennsylvania. I work mainly with individual adults aged 18-65, and I also work with couples. I also sometimes work with adolescents.

Tell us about yourself

I began working on my business due to the pandemic. I felt that I could make more of an impact in the way I wanted to by starting my own practice. I am motivated by a desire to serve and make positive change in my community.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

I feel my biggest accomplishment thus far has been being able to serve more Black people and other people of color in the mental health field, as I believe that Black people and people of color have been underserved. I also feel that I have been able to reach more men and increase overall awareness of the need for emotional intelligence.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

Avoiding burnout has not been a challenge recently, but I have struggled with it in the past. Work-life balance is extremely important to me as a business owner and making sure that I am physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy contributes to the overall success of my business.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Ask questions. You'd be surprised how many people are willing to share knowledge.
  2. Set attainable goals. All progress is progress.
  3. Focus on how to succeed rather than how to avoid failure.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

Don't be afraid to start. That is the best way to learn. If you don't start, you won't have the chance to surprise yourself with what you're capable of.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.thinkbettertherapy.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terntabletalk_t3/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-ternier-33135b55/

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