Starting a Practice

Your roadmap from therapist to practice owner

Starting a private practice can feel overwhelming

You went to school to be a therapist, not a business owner. But here you are, ready to take the leap into private practice. The good news? You don't have to figure it all out alone.

I'll walk you through every step of the process, from business formation to seeing your first client.

The Process

1

Foundation

Business structure (LLC vs. sole proprietorship), EIN registration, business bank account, and basic legal compliance.

2

Infrastructure

Choose and set up your EMR, scheduling system, payment processing, and communication tools. I'll help you navigate SimplePractice, TherapyNotes, or other platforms.

3

Administrative Setup

Intake forms, informed consent, HIPAA compliance, privacy policies, and all the paperwork that protects you and your clients.

4

Insurance & Billing

Decide on your payment model (insurance, private pay, or both), get credentialed if needed, and set up billing systems.

5

Launch

Create your online presence, set up referral channels, and prepare to welcome your first clients.

6

Ongoing Support

As you grow, I'm here to help you optimize, troubleshoot, and scale your practice sustainably.

Timeline: 4-8 Weeks from Start to First Client

Most therapists can be fully set up and ready to see clients within 4-8 weeks. The timeline depends on factors like insurance credentialing (which can take 60-90 days) and how quickly you can dedicate time to setup.

If you're starting with private pay only, you can often see your first client within 2-4 weeks.

Ready to start your practice?

Schedule a free 30-minute call to create a personalized roadmap for launching your practice with business coaching and operational support.

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