Business

The stories demystifying the business side of private practice.

A therapist's hand types on the calculator on their desk while working on their tax forms on the desk

Is therapy tax deductible?

If you’re wondering “Is therapy tax deductible?” there are likely many additional questions on your mind. For example, can you … Continued

Three SimplePractice employees demonstrate how to take a therapist headshot photo

How to take a professional headshot photo for your therapist website

It can be challenging for clients to find a therapist they feel comfortable with. As a clinician, it’s important to … Continued

A male therapists sits in a chair as he talks with his female client who sits on a couch as they discuss the cost of therapy

The average cost of therapy in America for each state

When considering the cost of therapy—you might think a session is most expensive in California or New York. Think again. … Continued

Three people stand out on a street greeting each other as unconventional referral partners

5 unconventional referral partners for therapists in private practice

Most professionals in private practice have been taught to reach out to local primary care providers and psychiatrists to cultivate … Continued

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Empowering women clinicians as private practice business owners

As a therapist in private practice, it can be easy to forget that you’re a business owner. When you’re socialized … Continued

Two female practitioners in a mentorship relationship discuss the results of the SimplePractice mentor survey

Data suggests mentorship can benefit therapists

Survey of more than 900 mental health therapists finds a significant mentorship gap:  77% of female therapists agree mentorship programs … Continued

A therapist wondering how to write a therapist voicemail script writes down an example script in her notebook

How to write a therapist voicemail script – with examples

Wondering how to write a therapist voicemail script? Looking for examples you can use as an outgoing confidential voicemail greeting … Continued

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Insurance credentialing and next steps for therapists

When you’ve completed the work of getting credentialed with insurance companies, you’re officially an in-network provider. Congratulations! So… what now? … Continued

A female therapist uses her calculator while sitting at her laptop wondering about navigating private pay vs insurance clients

How to navigate private pay vs. insurance for clients and patients

Whether clinicians in private practice choose to accept private pay, insurance, or individualized payment plans for clients and patients (who … Continued

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