Being A Therapist

During the coronavirus pandemic, many therapists were forced to review how they connected with their clients. This led to a boom in teletherapy, a form of standard psychotherapy that takes place online. For many clients and therapists, teletherapy presents a viable way forward. Teletherapy allows therapists to potentially expand their practice, reaching clients who might […]

Effective note-taking is a key tool for any therapist, particularly when dealing with group therapy. These notes can help you view the session and group as a whole, and respond to the needs of individual clients. They might also be necessary for billing insurance providers. Group notes and individual notes work together to create an

Years of training might leave you confident dealing with a client’s problems, but many therapists are less secure when it comes to leading a business. A group therapy practice might offer financial, personal, and administrative benefits, but the difficulties in establishing these practices can be off putting. In this guide, we’ll take a look at

A cash-only therapist practice doesn’t accept insurance, and will only work with private pay clients. Running a cash-only therapist practice can be financially beneficial, as you have the freedom to create your own payment plan. You also have better control over your schedule and client list, and can avoid the headache of dealing with insurance.

When you work for an agency, you’re likely to be given a set number of clients you have to see. This can make it difficult for newly licensed therapists to know what the average workload is. First, there is no set number of clients for a therapist to have. There’s also no “normal” number, as

A school psychologist works directly within a school, offering support to any students who might need help and guidance. They can help students navigate the tricky world of education, and transition to life outside the school system. School psychologists require a license to practice, and this license is issued by the state. Read this guide

Looking to practice psychology in Maryland? To receive a Maryland psychologist’s license, all applicants must complete a doctoral degree, two years worth of experience, and pass the relevant exams. This license is then valid for two years, before it will require renewal. Learn more about the Maryland psychologist license, and the steps to obtain one, with

Are you interested in practicing psychology in New York? The New York State Education Department requires all practicing psychiatrists to hold a license, issued by the department. To apply for a psychologist license in New York, you’re required to complete certain educational, experience, and examination standards. In this guide, we’ve covered the steps to follow

Interested in practicing psychology in Texas? All licenses for the practice of psychology in Texas are issued by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council. There are strict rules and standardized pathways that all must follow when applying for a psychologist license in Texas. You must complete a doctoral degree, supervised work experience, and pass required

LPCs in Texas need to renew their license biennially: once every two years. At least 30 days prior to the renewal date, you will receive a postcard informing you that your license requires renewal. You can renew the license online up to 60 days before expiry. Learn more about the steps for license renewal in