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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 therapist rifles through a stack of papers explaining various counselor liability insurance plans, as he looks for the right one for his practice.

Private Practice Decision-Making Tips

Looking for private practice decision-making tips? As a therapist running a private practice, there are a million things you could … Continued

A therapist sits down on a wicker chair with her laptop to fill out a Wiley Treatment Planner.

How to Be Your Own Best Boss in Private Practice

As a business leader and boss in private practice, you’re a therapist, a business owner, and your own boss. When … Continued

A therapy has her laptop open and is typing, searching “What does EHR stand for?” online.

What Does EHR Stand For?

Whether you’re starting out as a pre-licensed therapist or you’re already established in private practice, at some point you probably … Continued

A speech-language pathologist works with her child client using flashcards of vowels. Is speech therapy covered by insurance? In this client's case, it is. The client is diagnosed with a speech delay disorder, therapy for this disorder is covered by the client's insurance policy.

Is Speech Therapy Covered by Insurance?

As a speech-language pathologist (SLP), you may be wondering “Is speech therapy covered by insurance?” In some cases, it is … Continued

A therapist sits down at her desk with paper and pen, while holding a video call on her phone with a psychology malpractice insurance company. She is vetting various psychologist liability insurances to find out what is necessary to protect herself and her practice.

Psychology Malpractice Insurance

As a mental health professional, it’s essential to get insured in order to protect yourself.  In this article, we’ll discuss … Continued

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

Marketing 101 for Therapists in Private Practice

You did it! You gathered the courage to take the leap and start your own private practice. You’ve launched your … Continued

A therapist working on her laptop using it to create her own authentic therapy brand

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

A therapist sits down on a wicker chair with her laptop to fill out a Wiley Treatment Planner.

How Wiley Treatment Planners Save Time and Improve Care

Wiley Treatment Planners provide a quick and easy way for therapists to create well-documented treatment plans for specific diagnoses directly … Continued

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