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Peer Consultation: Strengthening Therapeutic Connections By Shannon Heers As a therapist in private practice, you may sometimes find yourself navigating the complexities of client care alone. Without the built-in support systems available in larger clinical settings, it’s easy to feel isolated or even second-guess your approach with certain clients. In fact, feeling isolated is theRead more

How to Refer Clients Out Ethically in Private Practice By Shannon Heers As a mental health therapist in private practice, one of the most challenging yet essential tasks you’ll face is deciding when and how to refer a client out to another provider. It can feel difficult to admit that you might not be theRead more

5 Tips on Writing Progress Notes as an ADHD Therapist By Shannon Heers Hello to all you ADHD therapists out there! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably found yourself staring at a blank progress note, wishing you had a magic wand to make it write itself. As an ADHD therapist, staying on top ofRead more

Elevate Your Practice with Group Clinical Consultation By Shannon Heers As a private practice therapist, you may sometimes find yourself feeling isolated or lacking the clinical support necessary for growth and development. This is a common experience, but it doesn’t have to be a permanent one. Group clinical consultation offers a powerful solution to theseRead more

For Therapists: What to Do When a Client No–Shows By Shannon Heers As therapists in private practice, dealing with no-shows can be a common and frustrating experience. Clients missing scheduled sessions without prior notice not only disrupt your day but also impacts your practice financially. This blog aims to provide practical strategies for handling no-shows,Read more

3 Common Mistakes That Impact Client Retention By Shannon Heers Client retention in counseling and private practice is crucial for effective therapeutic outcomes. While there are many things that you are taught in graduate school, you may not have learned what you can do as a private practice therapist to positively impact your client retention.Read more

Are Your Clients Leaving Too Soon? How to Improve Your Client Retention in Private Practice By Shannon Heers Do you sometimes wonder if your clients are dropping out of treatment too soon, as a private practice therapist? Perhaps you wonder why some of your colleagues consistently remain full, with the same clients, month after monthRead more

LCSW Supervisor Requirements in Colorado: What Are They? By Shannon Heers Are you looking to become an LCSW clinical supervisor in Colorado, and are wondering about the requirements? If so, then this article is for you. First, you will want to know about the different social work permits and licenses in Colorado. Then we willRead more

Why Parallel Working is More Than A Trend By Shannon Heers As a therapist, you are constantly striving to provide the best possible care for your clients, while also managing your own well-being. For those therapists who have ADHD, this balancing act can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s why it is essential to explore strategies thatRead more

Developing Your Clinical Confidence in Private Practice By Shannon Heers As a long-time clinical supervisor for counselors and therapists, one of the things I most notice is the lack of clinical confidence when therapists go into private practice. Regardless if you are entering private practice right after graduate school or transitioning from an agency orRead more