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    The stories demystifying the business side of private practice.

    A client sits down on her couch and uses' her therapists EHR scheduling software to book an appointment after-hours.

    EHR Scheduling Software Features and Benefits

    Effective scheduling is an important part of running a successful therapy practice, and an electronic health record (EHR) scheduling software … Continued

    A client opens up her laptop to join a virtual counseling session over telehealth. Here’s everything you need to know about virtual counseling services—and whether they’re right for your practice.

    Virtual Counseling Services

    We’re living in a digital era, one where people do just about everything online—including virtual counseling via telehealth video. We … Continued

    Female therapists, who uses a therapist termination checklist, sits with her female client discussing the end of their therapy engagement.

    How to Fire a Client (Respectfully and Ethically)

    Sometimes you and a client aren’t a good fit for each other. If this turns out to be the case, … Continued

    A collage of people who are therapy clients walking in different directions

    How to Build a Client List

    You may be wondering how to build your client list. As a small business owner, building your client base is … Continued

    Therapist and nurse practitioner discussing HIPAA compliant invoicing and payment processing

    How to Ensure HIPAA-Compliant Billing

    When you hear someone reference HIPAA (aka the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), you might think about client’s diagnoses, … Continued

    A male therapist considers starting a private practice

    The 4 Stages of Starting a Private Practice

    For therapists the initial pull toward starting a private practice may feel like a true calling—a deep, intrinsic urge to … Continued

    An occupational therapist uses a calculator to determine how many occupational therapy billing units to add to an insurance claim.

    Occupational Therapy Billing Units

    Occupational therapy billing units are a method of time measurement for services rendered.  A specific amount of time is attached … Continued

    Graphic with human silhouettes symbolizing the effect of AI in therapy

    ChatGPT and AI in Therapy and Mental Health

    Should people be using AI in therapy? What is chatbot therapy? Is there an AI therapist? Are people really using … Continued

    A person is using a laptop on a table. Over the image is a transparent seal of HIPAA compliance.

    What It Means to Be HIPAA-Compliant as a Therapist

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

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