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Jul 15, 2026 by Jack Unger, Bimba Shrestha
Most therapists in private practice I talk to have the same goal: $100,000 take-home income. But most set their rate by copying what others charge, or looking at insurance reimbursements. We think there is a better...
Aug 15, 2025 by Bimba Shrestha
For the past few months, a lot of our early users have been asking us to add AI based note taking to Practicepicnic. Today, we are excited to announce that we are launching a beta version of our AI powered progress note...
Dec 2, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
Starting your own private practice is an exciting step toward independence and personal fulfillment. However, it also comes with significant responsibilities, particularly when it comes to...
Sep 12, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
Starting a therapy private practice is a major step in your professional journey, and one of the most important decisions you’ll make early on is choosing the right business structure. Your choice...
Sep 11, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
If you’re a therapist who has decided to give private practice a shot, one of the first major decisions you’ll face is whether to start part-time or full-time. It’s easy to get caught up in the...
Sep 10, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
As you gain experience in your therapy career, you might start thinking about your next steps. Perhaps you’re drawn to the idea of having more control over your work life, setting your own schedule, or...
Sep 1, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
As a therapist, sharing progress notes with third parties involves ethical and legal considerations, primarily governed by confidentiality laws and professional ethical standards...
Jan 31, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
You didn’t become a therapist because you loved accounting and bookkeeping. You became a therapist because you love helping people. But like it or not, taxes are a part of life, and if you’re a private practice...
Jan 30, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
SOAP Notes are widely used by practitioners across many healthcare disciplines—including mental health professionals—to document and organize findings in an objective way. Knowing exactly what to put them in can...
Jan 29, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
A list of books we've compiled from various therapists, counselors, and online fourms. Whether you're a new practitioner or a seasoned veteran, we hope you find something interesting to read here
Jan 28, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
Choosing what to wear as a therapist can be a bit tricky. You want your clients to feel at ease, make sure you are meeting your workplace dress code, and still get to be yourself...
Jan 21, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
As a private practitioner, you have a lot on your plate. You have to keep track of client appointments, send email reminders, handle billing, the list goes on. When you have...
Jan 20, 2024 by Bimba Shrestha
