How to start a private therapy practice
Going out on your own can come with a learning curve, especially if you’re not familiar with the business aspects involved in a private practice.
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Starting a practice
Strike out on your own: legally, financially, mentally, and logistically. Plus how to grow and market your practice to fill your ideal caseload.
Getting started
How to start a private therapy practice
How to get credentialed with insurance companies
Here’s what goes on behind the scenes — and how Headway’s relationships with insurance plans help us get you credentialed faster.
3 things you need to start your own practice (and 3 things you don’t)
Here’s your starter kit for private practice, according to providers who’ve been there before.
What 3 therapists wish they knew before starting their own practice
To set yourself up for success, why not learn from people who have gone through the process before you?
A guide to malpractice insurance
As you step into the realm of private practice, you can protect your career and reputation by understanding the essentials of malpractice insurance.
The Headway guide to registering with CAQH
Here are the documents you’ll need to have on hand, and how to troubleshoot some common mistakes.
EHR vs. EMR: What’s better for your practice?
Electronic medical records and electronic health records may sound the same, but there are key differences in how they function.
How to start a private practice in California
The state has unique requirements for therapists when it comes to running a practice.
5 elements of the best therapist websites
You don’t have to be a web design expert. Just make sure your website is an accurate representation of you and your work, and that you make it easy for potential clients to connect with you.
The art of the voicemail script
Your voicemail should extend the same warmth and professionalism you convey in person — while ensuring the same privacy and confidentiality someone expects from a therapy session.
Practice marketing guides
How to market your practice and get more therapy clients
Growing your clientele can be a lot less complicated than you think. All you’ll need is a simple mindset shift and a couple basic strategies that help potential clients find and connect with you.
How to write a great bio for your therapy practice
As a therapist, your superpower is helping other people. So it may feel a little weird to turn the tables and talk about yourself and your accomplishments as you’re building your website, creating social media profiles, and signing up for therapist directories.
How to plan and shoot therapist headshots
Getting a great therapist photo requires a bit of strategy — but don’t stress. You won’t need any fancy tools, and you don’t even have to hire a pro if it’s not in the budget.
How to market your practice on Psychology Today
Psychology Today is one of the most prominent players in the directory game — and strategically using it as a marketing tool can help you grow your practice.
How to network in mental healthcare
Professional relationships can benefit you and your mental healthcare practice. Here are some practical tips for expanding your network.
