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.

“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.

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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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The Outcome-Driven Practice: Enhancing Income, Growth and Client Satisfaction

In this episode, Kelly Higdon discusses the transformative power of outcome-driven practices in private practice with valuable insights for enhancing client satisfaction, referrals, and therapist well-being.

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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!

“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

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