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A blog for therapists looking to build a successful, cash-pay private practice.
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Self-Care for Therapists: Balancing Mental Health and Personal Life with Private Practice
You dedicate your entire career to helping others, but don’t forget about yourself! In this latest episode of The Private Practice Pro Podcast, I connect with Bilingual Licensed Clinical Therapist, Jacqueline Garcia, to provide you with valuable insights and actionable tips regarding your own wellbeing as a therapist. You dedicate your entire career to helping…
How much does it cost to open a therapy private practice?
How much does it cost to start a private therapy practice? This is one of the most common questions I receive as a private practice business coach. And I am excited to say that the truth is, launching a private practice costs less than you might think. In fact, you’ve already made the biggest investment…
Insights from Experts: Navigating the Twists and Turns of Your Career Path
Navigating the early stages of a career in therapy can be daunting. With the ever-evolving mental health field and so many different career paths available, it can be a challenge to determine which one is the best fit for you. But fear not, as in the latest episode of The Private Practice Pro Podcast, I…
Trademarking for Growth
Are you on the fence about trademarking your business? In my most recent episode of The Private Practice Pro Podcast, I sat down with intellectual property lawyer, Lauren Boyd, to break down everything you need to know. Lauren started her own law firm that specialized in empowering entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses with…
Late Cancellations, No Shows, and Late Arrivals in Private Practice
How should you handle late cancellations, no shows, and late arrivals in your private practice therapy business? Having policies and procedures in place for how to handle late cancellations, no shows, and late arrivals is an essential part of running a sustainable private practice. This article features applicable templates to get you started. As a…
Paid Family Leave
But with advance planning, good communication, and strong boundaries, you’ll be able to navigate this exciting and life-changing time in your personal and professional life.
Intake Paperwork + Social Media Policy
Let’s face it, your clients look you up online. Often, clients will do this before they even set foot in your office. This means it’s your responsibility to identify your social media policy and establish your boundaries with any clients in a timely manner. I would even suggest discussing your social media policy with clients…
Effective Networking: Using your Passions to Build Your Dream Private Practice
Effective Networking means intentionality when it comes to things we already do, like being part of our community!
How to Conquer Marketing Fears
One of the most common reasons why therapists have difficulty building their private practice is fear. Many of us spend hours each week helping our clients conquer their fears, but when it comes to getting out of our comfort zones and sharing our professional selves with the community, we falter. Here are three things to…
Navigating Health Insurance for Your Private Practice: A Comprehensive Guide
One of the big hurdles to clear when making the leap into private practice is researching, choosing, and signing up for your own health insurance. If you’re coming from a group practice that offered group health insurance, it can be a daunting task not only to navigate the options but to add that line-item to…
Demystifying the Financial Complexities of Private Practice with Heard
In my most recent episode of The Private Practice Pro Podcast, I speak with Andrew Riesen, the CEO of Heard, a financial back-office for therapists breaking out on their own. If you are feeling overwhelmed by the financial aspects of starting your own practice, this episode is for you. Andrew’s experience as a financial accountant,…
TikTok Therapists: Maddie Spear on Why More Therapists Should Create Content
Click here to learn Maddie’s best tips and advice on creating digital courses, engaging with clients online, and using social media to grow your practice. In my most recent episode of The Private Practice Pro Podcast, I speak with Maddie Spear, LCSW, Owner of Flourish Wellness PLLC, about all things social media, content creation, and…