If I Had to Start All Over Again in Private Practice (Mental Health Private Practice)

In this episode, John talks about what would he do if he had to start a private practice all over again.
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Watch the video to hear about:
1. The exact steps he would take
2. Things he would ignore
3. Three books he recommends for someone starting in private practice
3. His advice on personal finances
4. How to handle initial client intake calls
5. How to track your metrics
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[@milesperez9533]

Starting graduate school in the Spring. I can’t wait to start a private practice and then expand to a group practice. I’ll definitely be using your free and paid resources in the future! Thank you

[@chaunceyjoseph4333]

I’m starting my own OT private practice and this is helpful

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

Awesome, let me know how it's going Chauncey!

[@alohamindfulness]

Amazing helpful information. I am going back to school this Spring to get my LMHC and am so glad I found your page/resources. Thanks for sharing.

[@dr.jenandrews]

Just stumbled upon your video in my suggested videos. Subscribed! Great tips and advice about the copy! :)

[@enatp6448]

Love your stuff and have binge watched several. Having being in the field for awhile, I do appreciate that it desperately needs more information about business and a lot less money shaming. I really like that you brought up Yalom as a resource with your other recommendations, not because I am psychodynamic, but I think we do need to draw from our own field and never forget the unique position we are in with people/clients. And.... practice your craft!!! Competence has got to be a big part of your business strategy.

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

Enat thank you for your thoughtful comments, and glad we're on the same page!

[@justlauren3253]

this channel is so awesome!!

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

yolo bear thanks so much :) let me know where you are at with your practice and what videos you’d like to see next!

[@carolinewoolgar6457]

Awww I like your dog!

[@clarenapier4525]

I was like, yes! I have read that Irvine Yalom book. One book done and dusted... two to go!

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

awesome :) glad we're on the same page!

[@Jesusandmentalhealth]

Thanks for this!!

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

you're so welcome!!

[@thomashodge8429]

So helpful, thank you.

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

So glad!

[@pauldavidjr.3121]

Shoutout to Dave Ramsey! His book changed my life, as well.

[@elsa4thweekworkoutnalls191]

This was great thank you

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

You are so welcome!

[@MahviaGul-ClinicalPsychologist]

Helpful 👍

[@BurningRubberDC]

I am getting my degree at UNC Charlotte and am thinking about starting my own practice once I graduate. I had my own landscaping business and have a few mentors as well. I am doing my internships at colleges where I do a ton of career counseling which I think is a huge market right now. I am going to keep that in mind moving forward. I watch KZbin so much in my spare time I thought, "why not try to find a KZbin video about private practice?" Well, here I am! Awesome video and if you have any other tips, let me know!

[@fredaaa-]

currently a year post-qualified in the UK, with four years experience (3 years training & one year far working with teens atm). Been considering to go into private work but unsure. So currently reading/watching stuff on this.

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

thanks for being here!

[@ReNinaMinter]

Thank you for all of the awesome tips! I started in a group practice in order to take advantage of a consistent referral stream, reducing the isolation, being able to use the practice office assistants. In 3 months, I have 25 clients, feel part of a team of Therapists, save so much time (assistants manage schedule), and negotiated a fair split. Do you recommend transitioning to my own practice?

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

Hey there! Good to hear from you again :) make sure you tune in to the podcast over the next few weeks, because I am giving you a "shout out" to thank you for your support :) I'm also doing a podcast episode in the next couple weeks on how and when to leave your group practice and start your own practice. In the meantime, the biggest thing for you to do BEFORE you transition to your own practice: start setting up your own systems for getting new clients on your own! Extremely crucial first step.

[@ReNinaMinter]

Private Practice Workshop Thank you John! I’ll definitely check out the podcast. 😃

[@enatp6448]

Oop... One more comment, I do have monthly clients - for a few reasons - which makes sense both clinically and financially for me and the client. I don't offer prime spots and clients are very understanding of that. For me, it's worked well

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

Definitely proves that it's all about finding exactly what works for you! Good work!

[@m.m.m.c.a.k.e]

🔥

[@Jaymuyhombre666]

Hello! I would like to ask you, does this video can also apply to PMHNP-BC? Im currently a student and my long term goal is to open a Private practice in orlando. Thank you!

[@lynettemcdonald2425]

Thank you for your content. A suggestion? the background music I found distracting, loud and repetitive.

[@camiwerrell5098]

I’m 18 starting college in fall to get a masters in psych! I want a private practice do you recommend getting your feet wet first by working with an agency or can I jump straight into private practice? (Getting ahead of myself I know I’ve got a whole degree to get first)

[@claudiaaranda4568]

You recommended reading 3 books four years ago. Do you still recommend them?

[@JourneywithTiffany]

How much is it for your mentor services?

[@bryanferguson4927]

Background music is a little loud. Or maybe I'm just getting old.

[@jonathanlorio3265]

Is where you get your license as a practitioner affect how much you charge per hour? I was really looking into the LPCC/LMFT hybrid program at Santa Clara University but it’s not “Harvard”...would that mean my fees would be lower than a therapist who was trained at a reputable school like UC Berkeley or Stanford? Thanks!

[@destinyrisingsun9746]

No it doesn't.

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

not at all

[@bewleytherapy9245]

Interesting, but the background music was a bit repetitive and intrusive.

[@mikenzieburt196]

Thank you so much for this information! How can a student shadow a psychologist (clinical or counseling) as well as someone who owns their own private practice?

[@hutchviews]

Are you able to have a security camera in your session room in case of allegations of improper behavior?

[@cultivateyoucounseling1490]

I would consult an attorney. If a therapist wanted to have a camera going during my sessions, I'd say no thank you and leave.

[@Chironexthejelly]

I know counselors who do and they put it in their informed consent and discussed how the data is stored. Sure some clients might walk, but if your in private practice or operating out of a home its a smart consideration.

[@cocacolavsdrpepper]

Do you think it's worth as a school counselor master's program student going straight for my LPC would work? I really want to pursue an independent counseling route

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

i think its best to get that extra degree/track while you're already in school, so yes

[@Its_Mary]

What do you mean “highly targeted landing pages”?

[@privatepracticeworkshop5045]

a clean, simple web page with minimal copy and lots of clear calls to action :)