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.
Starting a Private Therapy Practice in California
You want to open a private therapy practice in California, but you’re not sure where to start and whether the market is too saturated. Check out this post to get started in practice!
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.
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.
“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.
The Fee-Setting Conversation in Private Practice with Lisabeth
Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer coach Lisabeth on setting and talking about her session fee in a way that supports her financial goals AND gives potential clients space in the conversation.
Following Your Inner Compass in Private Practice with Jerry
Columbia, Missouri grief counseling therapist Jerry shares how he transitioned into a private practice therapist, the value of collaborative relationships, and how you can decide your path when you have the time and space for quiet reflection.
Private Practice Fees and Sustainability: Your Questions Answered
Learn more about navigating fee-setting, financial accessibility for clients, insurance reimbursements, retirement savings, and fees raises when you have an existing private practice caseload.
Embracing the Private Practice Journey with Kadeisha
Kadeisha talks about her journey from independent contractor to private practice owner, why freedom and autonomy to make decisions in business are important to her, the personal challenges around setting a sustainable fee, and more.
How to Get Paid in Private Practice
Learn the basics of building a financially sustainable private practice WITHOUT playing the comparison game.
Getting Unstuck in Your Private Practice Processes with Dr. Corrie
Private Practice Experts Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer coach Dr. Corrie through her internal resistance and discomfort around business processes and creating a practice that works for her.
Top 7 Private Practice Salary Mistakes (Based on Survey Results for Therapist Business Owners)
Check out the top 7 private practice salary mistakes (based on our survey of therapists) and what YOU can learn from them!
Reclaiming Your Time and Energy in Private Practice with Jane
Private Practice Experts Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer help burnt out therapist Jane evaluate her current workload and what she needs to transform her life and business.
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