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Hundreds of articles on building, growing, and sustaining your private practice — written by therapists, for therapists. Not recycled generic business advice.

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Starting a Practice Costs for Starting a Counseling Practice The real breakdown of what it costs to launch — no fluff, no scare tactics, just numbers.

Burnout & Sustainability Free CEUs for Therapists and Counselors Our constantly updated list of free continuing education opportunities — because learning shouldn't break the bank.

Group Practice Group Practice Guide to Profitability Why your group practice might not be profitable — and the business model shifts that fix it.

Fees & Insurance The Awkward Money Conversations Every Therapist Dreads Let's talk about the thing nobody wants to talk about — what you make, what you should make, and why it matters.

Private Practice Business Plan for Therapists (Free Templates by Stage)

Most business planning advice doesn't fit therapy. Here's what actually belongs in a private practice business plan, plus a free template and 1-hour training by stage; starting, growing, established, group.

Kelly Higdon 4/22/26 Kelly Higdon 4/22/26

Starting a Private Practice: The Complete Guide for Aspiring Business Owners

You deserve a private practice that’s aligned with your values and provides you with the financial means to live the life of your dreams. But what if you don’t know how to get started?

Being a business owner has the potential to be extremely fulfilling and impactful — both for you and the people you serve — and at the same time, reaching that potential requires a complete understanding of how to start a private practice.

Kelly Higdon 2/5/26 Kelly Higdon 2/5/26

Technology and Mental Health: Why Clinicians Must Own the Tools They Use

In this article, we discuss how AI and technology are changing mental health practice - and why clinicians remain ultimately responsible for client data, ethical care, and clinical decisions.

Miranda Palmer 10/16/25 Miranda Palmer 10/16/25

Therapists Are Paying $4K a Month for a Directory?

Therapists are handing over thousands each month to platforms that profit from their labor and client data - and many don’t even realize it.

Miranda Palmer 8/19/25 Miranda Palmer 8/19/25

The System Is Rigged Against Therapists: Here’s How to Push Back

In this article, we break down 2025’s biggest insurance fines for mental health parity violations, show how systemic exploitation harms therapists and clients, and provide actionable steps for clinicians to reclaim ethical, sustainable practice.

zynnyme 5/20/25 zynnyme 5/20/25

Finding Your Rhythm in Private Practice: Breathwork, Business, and the Power of Presence with Zach

In this episode, Kelly Higdon and guest Zach Rehder explore the transformative power of breath work for therapists and practice owners, highlighting how embracing creativity, self-trust, and somatic tools can help navigate fear and change in the evolving mental health landscape.

Miranda Palmer 4/3/25 Miranda Palmer 4/3/25

Stop Shaming Therapists: Why Therapists Who Leave Insurance Panels Are the Opposite of Greedy

In this article, we explore the unfair criticism therapists face when stepping away from insurance panels and why their decision is about sustainability, integrity, and better client care, not greed.

Miranda Palmer 3/27/25 Miranda Palmer 3/27/25

Are Third-Party Credentialing Platforms a Lifeline or a Trap? A Deeper Look at the Ethics and Sustainability of Alma, Headway, and Grow Therapy

In this article, we dive into the ethical and financial dilemmas therapists face when using third-party platforms like Alma and Headway, exploring whether these services truly support sustainable practice—or if they ultimately undermine therapists' autonomy and financial well-being.

Miranda Palmer 3/20/25 Miranda Palmer 3/20/25

The Shaming of Therapists Who Drop Insurance Panels—And Why It Needs to Stop

In this article, we discuss the harmful shaming therapists face when leaving insurance panels, the systemic issues behind low reimbursement rates, and why stepping away from unsustainable contracts is a necessary step toward change for both therapists and their clients.

Miranda Palmer 2/3/25 Miranda Palmer 2/3/25

Frustrated with Alma? You’re Not Alone.

Many therapists are finding platforms like Alma more frustrating than helpful, with billing issues, lack of transparency, and administrative chaos. If you’re questioning whether these platforms are worth it, it’s time to explore a better path for your practice.

Miranda Palmer 10/22/24 Miranda Palmer 10/22/24

Therapist Burnout Checklist:

Therapist burnout is real, and it is impactful. Discover key signs with this checklist to recognize when it’s time to slow down and prioritize your well-being.

“BST was the best investment I have made in myself. I went from working 45-50 hours per week to working 25 hrs, doubling my income,” Cyndi

**What if this really could change everything?**

You don’t have to decide today.

Just get on the interest list and we’ll walk you through what Business School for Therapists is, what it includes, and how it’s helped thousands of therapists get their life (and income) back.