Business development support for clinicians who want a more visible, sustainable private practice

Tailored support for clinicians in private mental health and addiction services who want stronger referrals, clearer strategy and practical help growing their practice.

  • 15+ years in private mental health and addiction services
  • Practical, sector-specific support
  • For Clinicians, Practices and Service Providers
  • Worked with 1000's of clinicians
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Who is this support for?

  • You are clinically strong but feel invisible in the market.
  • You want to grow your practice but are unsure where to focus.
  • Referrals have slowed or are inconsistent.
  • The business side feels overwhelming.
  • You want support that feels ethical, practical and realistic.

Why work with Nick Hazell?

This is practical business development support shaped by real experience in the private mental health and addictions sector – not generic ‘coaching’.

  • 15+ years in the field

  • Worked with 1000’s of solo clinicians and larger services worldwide

  • Practical support on referrals, Communication, Networking, Positioning and Growth

Who I am- and why I get it

I’m Nick Hazell, Director of Hazell Partners and Hazell Forums. 
For over 15 years, I’ve worked exclusively in the private mental health and addictions sector, helping clinicians, practices, and treatment facilities grow, thrive, and make a real impact.

I’ve worked with some of the most eminent practitioners in the field. I’ve supported solo clinicians taking their first steps into private practice, and I’ve advised established multi-clinician operations on strategic expansion. I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t.
 
But more importantly, I understand your world. I know the referral pathways. I know the ethical complexities. I know the challenges of balancing clinical integrity with commercial viability. I know that you care deeply about your clients, and that the business side can feel overwhelming, intimidating, or even uncomfortable.
I’m not a coach. I’m not here to give you motivational speeches or generic business templates. I’m here to give you practical, sector-specific business development support that actually fits your reality.
I ask the hard questions. I push you to look at what’s not working. And I help you build something sustainable-without compromising who you are or the quality of care you provide.
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What this is- and what it isn't

What this is

  • Practical business development support
  • Tailored to private mental health and addiction clinicians
  • Focused on visibility, referrals, positioning and sustainable growth

What this isn't

  • Therapy
  • Generic business coaching
  • Vague advice without practical direction

What I help you with

  • Getting clients through the door (and keeping them coming back)
  • Building referral networks that actually generate consistent work
  • Marketing yourself authentically without feeling salesy or unethical
  • Pricing your services properly-so you’re valued, not undercut
  • Navigating the private sector landscape—who’s who, where the opportunities are, how to position yourself
  • Strategic planning—where you want to be in 6 months, 12 months, 3 years, and how to get there

Choose the support that fits you best

Choose the level of support that best matches your stage, goals and preferred way of working.

Long-Term Strategic Partnership

For senior clinicians or providers wanting longer-term support and strategic input.

  • 12-month support
  • Practical Planning & Tools
  • Email/Phone/Whatsapp Support
  • 5 Year Business Strategy
  • Access to BD Course(RRP £335)
  • Present on our Webinars
  • Quarterly business performance analysis
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Individual Premium Support

 

Tailored one-to-one support for clinicians who want clear strategy and faster progress.

  • 8-Private Sessions
  • Practical Planning & Tools
  • Email Support
  • Tailored Introductions
  • Comprehensive practice assessment
  • All Dual Support benefits included
  • Personal introductions to key industry contacts
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Dual Practitioner Support

Affordable Peer – Supported Business Development over 4 months. Working together on shared goal or aims.

  • 8-Shared Sessions
  • Practical tools
  • Email Support
  • Learn alongside colleague
  • Digital business toolkit
  • Access to Hazell Partners
    resource library
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Peer Business Development Network

For clinicians who want structure, accountability and peer support.

  • 12-Shared Sessions
  • Practical tools
  • Email Support
  • 4 In-Person Full Days
  • Marketing and Social Media Sessions(2)
  • Exclusive access to a trusted peer support network
  • Structured programme
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Business Development Course

Self-paced practical learning for clinicians who want flexible support.

  • 8 Modules(10+ Hours of learning)
  • Practical worksheet and checklist tools
  • learn at your own pace
  • Join 100's who have completed the course
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What People say about working with me

“The mentoring gave me much more clarity around how to talk about my work, strengthen referrals and grow my practice in a way that felt realistic and ethical.”

Dr Sarah Mitchell
Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Every mental health professional who wants to build a sustainable and ethical practice should take this course. It gives you the tools and confidence to grow your impact – not just your caseload.

Nathan Jones -Psychotherapist- BA Hons, PG Dip CBT, MBACP (Accred)

“What I valued most was how practical the support felt. It helped me think more strategically about visibility, confidence and how to develop my private practice without feeling overwhelmed.”

Psychiatrist,London