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.
The Myth That Leaving Insurance Hurts the Profession: Why Fair Pay Strengthens the Field
To protect the future of mental health care, we must stop blaming therapists for leaving insurance and start demanding real change that benefits both clients and providers.
The Myth That Clients Won’t Be Able to Afford Therapy: What’s Really Blocking Access to Care?
The biggest barrier to mental health care isn’t therapists charging private pay rates—it’s a broken insurance system driving providers out of the field and creating a devastating shortage of care.
Stop Shaming Therapists: Why Therapists Who Leave Insurance Panels Are the Opposite of Greedy
In this article, we explore the unfair criticism therapists face when stepping away from insurance panels and why their decision is about sustainability, integrity, and better client care, not greed.
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.
Therapist Salary in Private Practice: The Awkward Conversations Nobody Has
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.
Anonymous Insurance Nightmares: When TRICARE Stops Paying and What You Can Do
Therapists nationwide are facing financial crises as TRICARE payments stall, leaving small practices struggling to survive—learn what’s happening, how providers are fighting back, and what you can do to protect your practice.
The Truth About BetterHelp & Your Career as a Therapist
BetterHelp is everywhere—podcasts, ads, emails promising lucrative pay. With claims of $122,196 per year for 40 hours a week, it sounds tempting, right? (They literally sent Miranda those numbers to try to “recruit” her in December of 2024!) But let’s take a closer look at the numbers and stories behind the promise.
Did you know that over 17% of all therapists in the U.S. are now working for BetterHelp? With over $8.35 million spent monthly on podcast advertising alone, their reach is undeniable. Yet, reviews from therapists who’ve worked with them paint a very different picture:
2024: Opting Out of Medicare for LMFTs, and LPCs
Time Sensitive: You MUST opt-in or opt-out of Medicare ASAP if you want to be paid for serving anyone with Medicare. (Impacts private pay too!) Things change January 1, 2024. Click to get the step-by-step details on what to do next.
Will Therapists Kill or Save Our Profession in 2025?
Therapists are at a crossroads in 2025. With insurance companies making billions while many in our field face burnout and financial struggle, we have to ask: Are we enabling a broken system, or can we take a stand to create real change - for ourselves and our clients?
Supporting California Wildfire Victims: A Resource Guide for Therapists
California wildfires leave devastation in their wake, and as therapists, it’s natural to feel called to help. The mental health needs of those impacted can be overwhelming, and your skills and empathy are invaluable in times of crisis.
Before you dive in, though, it’s crucial to evaluate whether you’re truly ready—mentally, physically, financially, and professionally—to take on this responsibility. Giving without preparation can lead to burnout, compassion fatigue, and unintended harm to yourself or your clients. Let’s start with an assessment to see if volunteering is the right fit for you right now.
Therapist Marketing: Growing a Group or Solo Private Practice
In the growth phase of your private practice, consistent and aligned marketing is key. This article covers how to review your data, use effective online and offline strategies, and refine your consultation process to turn inquiries into clients, whether you're a solo or group practice owner
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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