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 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.
The SimplePractice Lawsuit Is Just the Beginning: What Therapists Need to Know About Their Data
The SimplePractice class action lawsuit has therapists asking hard questions about data privacy, EHR terms of service, and whether their clients are actually protected. Miranda Palmer and Kelly Higdon break down what the lawsuit really means, why HIPAA compliance alone is not enough, and what to look for in any platform you use. Plus the deeper conversation about therapist isolation, burnout, and finding your power in the middle of all of it.
What a Costume Designer Can Teach Us About Building a Practice That Doesn't Eat You Alive
Beth Rontal went from burnt-out costume designer to therapist to creating Documentation Wizard. But here's what actually matters from her story: Your documentation backlog is telling you something about your practice. Your body is too. And if you're always pedal to the metal, you're not "dedicated" - you're heading toward burnout. Real talk about what it actually takes to build something sustainable.
Taking Back Your Cake: Mindset Shifts for Therapists Building a Private Practice
Discover strategies for building a sustainable counseling practice in today’s evolving mental health industry. In this episode, Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer break down the impact of venture-backed platforms, the shift in therapist mindsets, the future of insurance, and the power of community-based care. Learn key takeaways on setting fees, protecting your practice, embodying resilience, and navigating a post-pandemic world for therapists. Perfect for private practice owners and mental health professionals seeking clarity and empowerment.
Digital Marketing for Therapists: Website, SEO, and Online Presence Essentials
Learn how to build a therapy website and online marketing strategy that helps your ideal clients find you through therapist SEO, authentic digital marketing, and a sustainable private practice presence.
Reimagining Your Marketing Plan with Colleen
Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer coach Colleen as she explores how to leverage her existing online presence, refine her marketing messages, and connect with her ideal clients on a deeper level.
Cultivating a Compelling Therapy Website with Sara
Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer coach Sara as she seeks guidance on how to make her website more impactful and aligned with her practice’s mission.
Private Practice Website Q&As with Kelly and Miranda
How do I find someone to hire if I can’t build my own website? My website’s live but no one’s calling… what do I do? What are the must-haves for a private practice website? Check out our Private Practice Website Q&As for the answers!
Creating a Simple, Accessible Therapist Website
Learn what you need to create a simple, accessible therapist website and start attracting your ideal clients ASAP.
Empowering Yourself in Private Practice with Amy
Amy shares her slow, intentional journey into private practice, the value of learning from successful women in business, and her plans for what’s next: expanding into a group practice.
Speaking from the Heart in Your Private Practice Marketing with Beth
Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer coach Beth on getting comfortable with trusting herself in business and designing her private practice website to connect with clients from the heart.
Best Therapist Website Templates in 2026
Whether you need to create a website as a therapist or are looking to redo yours, check out zynnyme’s best therapist website templates in 2023 to help set you up for success.
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