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.
From Solo Therapist to Thriving Group Practice with our BSB Spokesperson Winner Kelsey!
Kelsey, our BSB Spokesperson winner, shares how Business School Bootcamp helped her grow from a part-time therapist to a thriving group practice owner. Discover how BSB transformed her approach to business and personal life.
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.
From Tech to Therapy: Embracing Change with Raffi
In this episode of Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories, Raffi shares his path from studying computer science at Brown University to building a thriving group practice. Known for mending relationships and resolving conflicts, Raffi reflects on following his calling and embracing change.
Finding your true calling with Anna
Anna shares her journey to building a thriving private practice. Specializing in couples counseling, anxiety, and postpartum care, Anna reflects on overcoming family stigma, balancing motherhood, and her advice for aspiring private practice owners.
Building a Successful Private Practice from Group Practice with Ross
In this episode, Ross shares how his underpaid group practice role sparked his leap into private practice. He discusses starting his business in just two weeks, building a niche in addiction therapy, and balancing client care with writing his upcoming book.
Exploring Therapeutic Tools for a Balanced Practice with Patricia
In this episode of Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories, Patricia shares her journey from childhood stargazing to becoming a San Diego based psychiatrist. She discusses her practice, focused on autonomy, sustainability, and cutting-edge treatments, and how her passion for exploring the outer and inner worlds shaped her approach to care.
Supporting Families and Building Inclusive Communities with Robin
In this episode of Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories, Robin shares her path to founding Better Together Family Therapy. She discusses her passion for neurodiversity, creating safe spaces for healing, and how life's challenges shaped her deeply personal approach to private practice.
Life Balance Solutions for Thriving Therapists with Caleb
In this episode of Starting a Counseling Practice Success Stories, Caleb shares his journey from unpaid internships to co-founding Golden Gate Counseling Services. He highlights the challenges many therapists face and the innovative solutions he’s developed to support recent graduates.
“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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