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Here you'll find useful information to help healers thrive. Learn about tools that save time and keep you organized. Discover new technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, helping therapists get extra insight into their clinical practice and provide the best outcomes. Discover new life hacks and best practices when it comes to note-taking, insurance audits, and HIPAA. Finding reassurance, and reading about other therapists' stories and daily struggles. Recognize and treat burnout. Check how you can make practice-based evidence win over evidence-based practice!


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How to Empower and Motivate Clients in Therapy?

Courtney Gardner, MSW

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What do Therapists do When Clients Withdraw From Them?

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS)

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Beck Depression Inventory (BDI): Uses, Reliability, Where to Take the Test

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI): A Complete Guide

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Suicide Intent Scale: A Complete Guide

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Brief Symptom Inventory (BSI) - A Complete Guide

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Symptom Checklist-90-R (SCL-90-R)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Evidence Based Practice For Mental Health

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Persistent Depressive Disorder Treatment Plan

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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What is Motivational Interviewing in Mental Health?

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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10 Best Accounting Software for Therapists in 2025: A Complete Guide

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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How to Improve Staff Retention Rates for SUD Counselors

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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7 Best Behavioral Health Medical Billing Software in 2025

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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EHRs vs. Paper Records: Why You Should Make the Switch

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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The Ultimate Guide to Insurance Credentialing for Therapists in 2025

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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What Counts as a Therapy Business Expense? A Complete Breakdown

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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10 Reasons Why EHRs Are More Practical Than Paper Records

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Behavioral Health CPT Billing Codes in 2025: A Complete Guide

Brianna Keefe, MA, LPC

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Behavioral Health Insurance: A Complete Guide for Providers

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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10 Best Behavioral Health Screening Tools for Clinicians

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Behavioral Health Diagnosis Codes in 2025: A Complete Guide

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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What is Embedded Behavioral Health? A Comprehensive Guide

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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25+ Behavioral Health Grants for Clinics & Providers in 2025

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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What AI Can Do for Behavioral Health Clinicians: The Future of Care

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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AI in Mental Healthcare: A Complete Guide

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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10 Best Billing Software For Therapists

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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10 Best Behavioral Health Case Management Software in 2025

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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7 Best Behavioral Health Apps for Clinicians

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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The Ultimate Guide to Implementing EMRs in Behavioral Health Practices

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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What is Evidence-Based Behavioral Healthcare? A Complete Guide

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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The 8 Best Books for Therapists in 2024

Ehab Youssef, Licensed Psychologist

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ICD-10 Code for Alcohol Use Disorder

Salwa Zeineddine, Mental Health Expert

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How to Treat Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Disturbance of Emotions and Conduct

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Pros and Cons of CBT (With Examples)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Benefits of CBT Therapy (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Best CBT Techniques for Anxiety (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Best CBT Techniques for Social Anxiety (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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CBT Reframing Techniques & Examples

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Mindfulness Based CBT Techniques & Examples

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Best CBT Techniques for OCD (With Examples)

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Trauma Informed CBT Techniques & Examples

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Best CBT Techniques For PTSD (With Examples)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Best CBT Techniques For Depression (With Examples)

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Best CBT Techniques for ADHD (With Examples)

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Best CBT Techniques for Teens & Adolescents (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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What is Transference Therapy & Examples

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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What is Cognitive Processing Therapy and Examples

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Transference vs Countertransference: How do they Differ?

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Most Effective Thought-Stopping Techniques to Use with Therapy Clients

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Best OCD Recovery Tools in 2024

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Play Therapy Interventions for Children With Anxiety

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Best Therapy Intake Questions To Ask New Clients

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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Best Mental Health Credentialing Services in 2025

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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10 Fun Substance Abuse Group Activities for Adults

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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10 Best HIPAA-compliant Telehealth Platforms For Therapists in 2025

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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10 Best HIPAA Compliant Scheduling Software in 2024

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Malpractice Insurance for Therapists - A Complete Guide

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Crisis Intervention Techniques & Examples

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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What is Countertransference in Therapy & How to Manage it

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Best Therapy Activities to Improve Treatment

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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20 Best Icebreakers for Group Therapy

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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Therapeutic Questioning Techniques & Examples

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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Person Centered Therapy Techniques & Examples

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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10 Best Therapy Activities for Teens

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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How to Write a Treatment Plan for Schizophrenia (With examples)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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How to Write an Anger Management Treatment Plan (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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How to Write a Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment Plan (With Examples)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Private Practice vs Group Practice: Which is Best for You?

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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How to start a private practice as an unlicensed therapist

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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Managing Compassion Fatigue and Preventing Burnout in Long-Term Practice

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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Self-disclosure and Professional Boundaries in Therapy

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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ABA therapy for ADHD Treatment: Techniques & Examples

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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How to Write a Play Therapy Treatment Plan (With examples)

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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How to Write a Narrative Therapy Treatment Plan (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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How to Write a Family Therapy Treatment Plan (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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How to Write a Grief Treatment Plan (With examples)

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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How to Write a Treatment Plan for Bipolar Disorder (With Examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs. Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Techniques & Examples

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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HIPAA Compliance Liability: Who Is Responsible?

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Can You Be Double Licensed In LMHC and LMFT?

Silvi Saxena, MBA, MSW, LSW, CCTP, OSW-C

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DSM 5 Diagnostic Criteria for Eating Disorders

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Psychotherapy Talk Therapy: What It Is & Examples

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Schema-Focused Psychotherapy: What It Is & Examples

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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What is Psychodynamic Psychotherapy & How Does It Work

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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What is Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy & How Does It Work

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Person Centered Psychotherapy & How It Works

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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What is Interpersonal Psychotherapy & How Does It Work

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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DSM-5 Criteria for Substance Use Disorders

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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How To Write an Adjustment Disorder Treatment Plan

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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Owl Practice Vs SimplePractice

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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List of Cognitive Distortions That Cause Negative Thinking

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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Best Therapy Techniques & Interventions to Use

Gargi Singh, Counselling Psychologist

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How to Write a Stress Management Treatment Plan (With examples)

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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How To Use Exercise Therapy for Mental Health Treatment?

Adesuwa Olajire, Clinical Psychologist

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How to Use Behavioral Activation for Depression Treatment?

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Treating Test Anxiety (Best Practices for Therapists)

Nuria Higuero Flores, Clinical and Health Psychologist

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Stress Therapy: Techniques, Examples & How It Works

Angela M. Doel, M.S., Psychotherapist

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