Business
The stories demystifying the business side of private practice.

Why therapists should care about two-step verification
Wondering how to set up two-factor authentication or how to turn on two-step verification? Or maybe you’re curious why therapists … Continued

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

AI for therapists
Wondering about AI for therapists and asking the questions “Can I use AI in my therapy private practice?” and, specifically, … Continued

How to start a PMHNP private practice
If you’re wondering how to start your own psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) private practice, this article has tips … Continued

The top 20 mental health ICD-10 codes reveal mental health trends
To gain meaningful insight into U.S. health trends, SimplePractice analyzed billing data from over U.S.-based clinicians who use SimplePractice’s HIPAA-compliant … Continued

Is therapy tax deductible?
If you’re wondering “Is therapy tax deductible?” there are likely many additional questions on your mind. For example, can you … Continued

How to take a professional headshot photo for your therapist website
It can be challenging for clients to find a therapist they feel comfortable with. As a clinician, it’s important to … Continued

The average cost of therapy in America for each state
When considering the cost of therapy—you might think a session is most expensive in California or New York. Think again. … Continued

5 unconventional referral partners for therapists in private practice
Most professionals in private practice have been taught to reach out to local primary care providers and psychiatrists to cultivate … Continued

Empowering women clinicians as private practice business owners
As a therapist in private practice, it can be easy to forget that you’re a business owner. When you’re socialized … Continued