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Opening your practice
Everything that happens before your first client: what it costs, which business entity to form, how to get credentialed with insurance companies, which systems to choose, and who to join. Read them in order, or jump to the step you're on.
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How Much Does It Cost to Start a Private Practice? A Real Budget for Therapists
A lean telehealth therapy practice costs about $1,000 to $3,000 to start in year one. See every cost line by line, three budgets, and what…
Do Therapists Need a PLLC or LLC? State Rules, Costs, and Taxes
No. You can start as a sole proprietor, but if you form an entity, your state may require a PLLC. See every state, 10-state costs, and…
Private Practice Business Plan for Therapists (Free Template)
A private practice business plan fits on one page: who you help, your fee, costs, and how many clients you need. Free template and…
Credentialing With Insurance Companies: A Step-by-Step Guide for Therapists
How therapists get credentialed with insurance companies: CAQH, NPI, Medicare for LPCs and MFTs, 3 to 6 month timelines, costs, and…
Alma vs. Headway: Which Fits a Solo Therapy Practice?
Alma vs Headway for therapists, as of Nov 2026: Alma's $95–$125 monthly fee vs Headway's new $9.99 marketplace fee, plus pay, credentialing…
What Is a Practice Management System? How Therapists Choose an EHR
A practice management system (EHR) runs scheduling, notes, intake, and billing. Solo therapist prices as of Nov 2026, must-haves, and how to…
Professional Organizations for Therapists: Which Are Worth Joining?
Professional organizations for therapists by license, with 2026 dues: ACA $189, AAMFT $216, NASW $236, APA up to $274. What each gives a…
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