Business

The stories demystifying the business side of private practice.

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3 online networking tips for therapists

Long considered the domain of introverts and business owners who couldn’t find a babysitter, online networking has since become the … Continued

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How to create an authentic therapy brand for your practice

Anyone in private practice has probably heard the advice that finding your niche is an essential part of building a … Continued

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Tax deductions for therapists and private practitioners

Are you aware of the latest tax deductions for therapists, aka “tax write-offs,” you may qualify for? Even if you’ve … Continued

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How to build a client list

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

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What is financial therapy?

As therapists in private practice, money and finance are largely topics in which we have likely received little formal education. … Continued

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How paperless intake makes onboarding new clients easy

While waiting for my daughter’s optometrist appointment to wrap up, I received a voicemail from a potential client. I stepped … Continued

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6 ways to survive tax season

If you’re a therapist or private practitioner who is feeling overwhelmed at the idea of sorting through all your receipts … Continued

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The key to HIPAA-compliant email for therapists

Sending HIPAA-compliant email is a key concern for all therapists and health care providers. In fact, you may have noticed … Continued

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Is it ethical to exchange gifts with clients?

Can therapists accept gifts from clients? Can clinicians give presents and gifts to clients? To avoid awkward moments in session, … Continued

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