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.
Trusting Myself and My Business: zynnyme Journey with Addyson
Addyson’s journey from financial scarcity and uncertainty to building a thriving, confident private practice is a true testament to the transformative power of Zynnyme’s Business School for Therapists. With new business strategies, a supportive community, and a newfound sense of self-trust, Addison now navigates her practice with confidence.
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.
Private Practice Renewal in Just Six Months with Katie
Katie’s journey from feeling lost and isolated in her private practice to finding clarity, confidence, and sustainability through Zynnyme Business School is a testament to the transformative power of the program. In just six months, she gained the tools, strategies, and community support she needed to realign her work and reconnect with her clients. If you’re ready to transform your practice like Katie did, take the first step today.
Breaking Through Business Barriers: Business School Transformation with Holly
Holly, a Latina therapist, transformed her private practice through our Business School for therapists. From mastering marketing strategies to increasing insurance reimbursements, Holly gained the tools and confidence to scale her business and improve clinical outcomes. Her story highlights how business education for therapists can lead to sustainable growth and success.
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.
“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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