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.
Alma, Headway, and the big question: is this still the answer in 2026?
For therapists looking to launch or expand their private practice, platforms like Alma and Headway have offered a tempting solution. BUT... recent developments are prompting many therapists to ask hard questions about the long-term sustainability of these platforms.
Are Third-Party Credentialing Platforms a Lifeline or a Trap? A Deeper Look at the Ethics and Sustainability of Alma, Headway, and Grow Therapy
In this article, we dive into the ethical and financial dilemmas therapists face when using third-party platforms like Alma and Headway, exploring whether these services truly support sustainable practice—or if they ultimately undermine therapists' autonomy and financial well-being.
Private Practice Therapist Salary: What a six-figure practice really looks like
How much can you really make in private practice? What’s a therapist’s salary like when they own their own business? Making 6 figures sounds appealing, but what does that really look like?
The 5 Most Common Reasons Therapists Hire a Therapist Consultant
If you’ve ever thought about hiring a therapist consultant but aren’t sure, this article by zynnyme will give the 5 most common reasons to hire one, and what to look for.
Couples Therapy Intensives in Private Practice: Seven Lessons from Irina
What happens when a couples therapist stops trying to make weekly sessions work and rebuilds her practice around intensives instead? Irina’s story has lessons for any therapist thinking about niche, model, or whether to invest in real business support.
Private Practice Coach for Private Practice: What They Do, Who It’s For, and How to Choose
Not sure what a therapist consultant actually does or whether you need one? This guide breaks down what good consulting looks like at every stage of private practice, from starting out to growing a group, plus what ROI really means and how to spot red flags before you invest.
Building a Neurodivergent-Affirming Private Practice: How Dr. Corrie Found Her Niche
Most therapists don't pick a niche on day one. They notice it creeping up on them, in the clients they come alive working with and the patterns they can't unsee. Dr. Corrie's story is one of those slow-build niches. From community mental health to a solo practice serving neurodivergent adults across 43 states, plus an online course for parent burnout, here's what she learned about building a practice that fits the actual person you are.
Trainings for Therapists Navigating AI + Documentation Ethics: Notes, Privacy, and What to Do Next
AI has a special talent for making therapists feel two things at once: curious and slightly nauseous. The conversation about AI, documentation, and privacy deserves discernment, not panic. Here's how to evaluate tools without spiraling, what trainings actually help, and why "AI anxiety" is often documentation anxiety in a trench coat.
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.
How to Build a Multistate Group Practice Without Burning Out: Lessons from Dr. Carmy
Dr. Carmy shares her inspiring journey from burnout and overwhelm to building a thriving group practice focused on supporting both clients and fellow helping professionals.
Trainings for Therapists: Your Guide to Choosing a Therapist Training Based on Your Stage, Time, and Nervous System
Staring at 47 browser tabs wondering which training to take next? You're not alone. Therapists are trained to reach for more education when we feel uncertain—but sometimes a certification is just the professional version of reorganizing your pantry when your house is on fire. This guide helps you choose your next training based on your actual stage, your real capacity, and what your nervous system can handle—so you stop collecting credentials and start building the sustainable practice you actually want.
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.
“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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