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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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Costs for Starting a Counseling Practice
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.
Free CEUs for Therapists and Counselors
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 Guide to Profitability
Group Practice Group Practice Guide to Profitability Why your group practice might not be profitable — and the business model shifts that fix it.
Money and Therapists
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.
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Are Third-Party Credentialing Platforms a Lifeline or a Trap? A Deeper Look at the Ethics and Sustainability of Alma, Headway, and Grow Therapy
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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.

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

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The Shaming of Therapists Who Drop Insurance Panels—And Why It Needs to Stop
Starting a Private Practice, Group Practice, Growing A Private Practice, Fees & Insurance Miranda Palmer Starting a Private Practice, Group Practice, Growing A Private Practice, Fees & Insurance Miranda Palmer

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.

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