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How to Start a Private Practice Training
The How to Start a Private Practice training is a text-based course that reviews essential steps for opening a private practice
- NBCC Approved
- NAADAC Approved
- Text-based course
- Get your certificate immediately upon completion
Course curriculum
How to Start a Private Practice
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Overview of Private Practice
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Benefits and Challenges of Private Practice
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Personal and Professional Considerations for Starting a Private Practice
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Quiz 1
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References
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Developing a Business Plan
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Choosing a Business Structure
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Setting Fees and Rates
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Quiz 2
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References
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Licensing and Certification Requirements
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Insurance and Liability
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Ethical Guidelines for Private Practice
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Quiz 3
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References
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Choosing a Location
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Setting Up Your Physical Space
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Best Practices for Physical Sessions
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Quiz 4
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References
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Introduction to Virtual Offices
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Technology Requirements
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Choosing the Right Video Conferencing Platform
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Establishing a Professional Online Presence
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Best Practices for Virtual Sessions
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Quiz 5
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References
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About this course
- $25.00
- 52 lessons
Matt Grammer, LPCC-S
Founder of Therapy Trainings™
As a licensed counselor and private practice owner, I understand how busy things can get. That's why our continuing education is convenient, affordable, and relevant.
Our CE is certified by NBCC, NAADAC, and state boards, so you can be confident that our trainings are of the highest quality. Check out our Board Approvals page for details.
I hope you'll find Therapy Trainings™ to be a valuable tool that saves you time and money.
Therapy Trainings™ Presents
How to Start a Private Practice
This text-based course was developed in 2023 for mental health professionals. The course will familiarize professionals with starting a private practice.
Target audience: mental health professionals
Content Level: beginning to intermediate
Course Overview
Private practice is a common career path for mental health professionals such as counselors, psychologists, and social workers. It allows those professionals to work independently, set their own schedules, and provide individualized care to clients.
This course is designed for mental health professionals who are interested in starting their private practice. It will cover the essential components of establishing a private practice, from business planning and legal considerations to financial management and marketing strategies. The course will be delivered through a combination of lectures, case studies, and group discussions.
Upon completion of this course, participants will have the knowledge and skills necessary to start and manage a successful private practice in mental health therapy.
Course Objectives
In this course, you will learn:
The basics of starting a private practice
How to develop a business plan for a private practice, such as identifying a target market and setting fees
The legal and ethical considerations of starting a private practice, including state regulations, liability insurance, and ethical guidelines
The financial aspects of starting a private practice, examples of which are budgeting and tax considerations
How to come up with a marketing strategy for a private practice
How to improve communication and interpersonal skills with clients, colleagues, and other health care providers
The importance of self-care and managing stress in the context of running a private practice
The potential challenges and risks associated with starting a private practice and some strategies to address them
How to create an action plan for starting a private practice, including identifying resources, setting goals, and developing a timeline
How to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan and identify opportunities for continuous quality improvement
About the author
Matt Grammer, LPCC-S is the founder of Therapy Trainings™, Kentucky Counseling Center®, and Counseling Now®. He has over a decade of experience as a clinician, private practice operator, and consultant. He holds dual Masters degrees in Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. KY LPCC-S #164069
Consulting Team
Social Work Consultant is Alicia Trager, LCSW.
Marriage and Family Therapy Consultant is Matt White, LMFT
Psychology consultant is Brett Donnelly, Psy. D.
Course completion & CE info
This course is not eligible for CE hours.
System Requirements
Computer or mobile device with an internet connection.
For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please email [email protected]