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The stories demystifying the business side of private practice.

How to get a raise (in your insurance reimbursement rate)
In my work consulting with therapists regarding insurance issues, the majority of clinicians’ complaints are about their insurance reimbursement rates. … Continued

11 overlooked tax write-offs for therapists and clinicians
Are there tax write-offs for therapists you might be overlooking? It’s essential to know which expenses, fees, and costs incurred … Continued

What do counselor and therapist abbreviations in titles stand for?
Wondering about those letters—the counselor, therapist abbreviations, and psychologist abbreviations—that appear after your behavioral health colleagues’ names on their therapist … Continued

The ethics of ChatGPT and AI in mental health
Should people be using AI in therapy? What is chatbot therapy? Is there an AI therapist? Are people really using … Continued

Options for out-of-network insurance billing
As a therapist or counselor in private practice, you may find yourself feeling conflicted about whether you want to get … Continued

How are ICD and CPT codes different—and why are they important?
ICD codes and CPT codes are two of the most important coding systems to understand in the healthcare billing process. … Continued

Why therapists should care about two-step verification
Wondering how to set up two-factor authentication or how to turn on two-step verification? Or maybe you’re curious why therapists … Continued

What it means to be HIPAA-compliant as a therapist
Wondering what it means to be HIPAA-compliant as a therapist in order to protect your clients and your practice. Here’s … Continued

AI for therapists
Wondering about AI for therapists and asking the questions “Can I use AI in my therapy private practice?” and, specifically, … Continued

How to start a PMHNP private practice
If you’re wondering how to start your own psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) private practice, this article has tips … Continued