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An adding machine for therapists wondering what to include in their fee schedules

What therapists need to include in their fee schedules

Health and wellness professionals end up doing a lot of work for free. That often includes tasks that require professional … Continued

An illustration of a therapists hands as he checks his watch and sees the dollar sign because he is wondering how to bill clients for extended sessions.

How to bill insurance for extended therapy sessions

There has been a great deal of confusion about billing for psychotherapy sessions that last longer than 60 minutes. How … Continued

Two female therapists meet to discuss how to find a private practice mentor

How to ask another therapist to be your mentor

Navigating a career as a therapist in private practice can be rewarding and invigorating. However, running your own private therapy … Continued

A therapist is outdoors walking in a field of flowers and it improves her mental health

How time outdoors in nature benefits mental health

Spending time outdoors in nature can improve our physical and mental health, research shows.  And, as it turns out, the … Continued

A therapist puts coins into a jar as they think about their private practice's financial health.

3 ways to build private practice financial health

There’s only one question bigger than how to start a therapy private practice—how to sustainably grow and build your business’ … Continued

A therapy client is on her mobile phone and thinking about the issues between social media and mental health

How to talk about social media and mental health

Most therapists intuitively understand the negative link between social media use and mental health—perhaps personally, as well as professionally.  Personally, … Continued

An illustration of a therapist pondering the natural tensions of running a private practice therapy business

The natural tensions of a private practice therapy business

Many therapists say they’d be happy to work themselves out of a job. And, it’s true—we tend to be mission-driven … Continued

A patient lays on a therapists couch with her eyes closed at the beginning of a hypnotherapy session

How does hypnotherapy work?

Wondering about hypnotherapy aka hypnosis therapy? You might be asking “How does hypnosis work?” or “Is hypnosis real?” This article … Continued

A therapist has decorated his office using modern therapist office decor ideas

Best therapist office decor ideas

Looking for therapist office decor ideas and inspiration?  In this article, we’ll share therapy office décor tips and suggestions to … Continued

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