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.
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.
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.
“They Talk the Talk, Then Cut Your Pay”: What Therapists Are Saying About Lyra Health
Therapists once saw Lyra as a supportive bridge for their practice - but nearly a decade later, many are feeling burned out, undervalued, and disillusioned by a system more focused on profits than people.
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.
Technology and Mental Health: Why Clinicians Must Own the Tools They Use
In this article, we discuss how AI and technology are changing mental health practice - and why clinicians remain ultimately responsible for client data, ethical care, and clinical decisions.
The Hidden Dangers of Tech Therapy Contracts: Ethics, Labor, and the Fight for Fair Pay with Liath
In this episode, Miranda, Kelly, and Laith dig into how venture-backed tech companies are transforming the therapy landscape, revealing hidden risks in contracts, ethical dilemmas with AI and client data, and why therapists need to take back their power by making well-informed choices about where they work.
The True Story Behind Your Marketing Efforts: Answers to Your Marketing Plan Questions
Discover the power of data and meaningful conversations with Kelly and Miranda as they uncover the truth behind your marketing efforts, whether you're starting a private practice or elevating your marketing game!
Doxy.me Terms of Service What Users Need to Know (Employees and/or Owners)
Steps to take if you are using Doxy.me before November 17th, 2023
Read over the terms of service to make sure you understand it and agree with it.
Ask any questions or verbalize any concerns before November 17th, 2023.
If you do not agree with the updated terms do NOT use it past November 17th, 2023.
If you DO agree with the terms, make sure you understand the impact on your privacy policy and informed consent, update those accordingly, and get consent from clients.
Did you learn something new about third-party analytics? Consider doing a review of how you are using Analytics in your private practice.
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!
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