Private Practice Blog for Therapists

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.

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.

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 3/13/25 Miranda Palmer 3/13/25

“You Make HOW Much?!” The Awkward Money Conversations Therapists Dread

Ever wonder how much of a therapist’s session fee they actually keep? After expenses, taxes, and unpaid admin work, the take-home pay is often much lower than expected. Let’s break down where the money goes and why setting the right rate is essential for a sustainable practice.

David Frank, CFP® 7/2/24 David Frank, CFP® 7/2/24

Retirement Plans for Solo Practitioners | Guest Post by David Frank, CFP®

You’ve gotten your private practice off the ground and are ready to start saving for the future. Awesome! But with so many retirement options, it can be overwhelming. This guest post by David Frank helps solo practice owners choose the best retirement plans, starting with an emergency fund, navigating plan options, and balancing Roth vs. Traditional contributions.

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Starting a Private Practice Wrap Up: Reflections and the Future of Your Practice

Join Kelly and Miranda as they reflect on season one of "Starting a Private Practice” podcast, share final insights, and explore what’s next.

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Breaking Through Money Blocks with Beth and Cynthia

Beth and Cynthia of Financial Flow share how Brainspotting can help you break through money blocks and unleash your creativity!

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Overcoming Money Anxiety in Private Practice with Linzy

Discover how Linzy helps therapists in private practice learn how to handle money better and change their relationship to it!

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10 Strategies for Success in Private Practice

Learn our 10 strategies for succeeding in private practice, including how to run a counseling business that’s sustainable and impact-driven.

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Gaining Confidence and Control in Private Practice

Lisa, MA, LPCC, BC-DMT, is a dance movement therapist and licensed professional clinical counselor who offers help with anxiety and depression in San Francisco, CA.

She shared her story of transitioning from a clinical case manager with misaligned work and a part-time private practice to a happy, confident full-time business owner.

“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.