Courtney Gardner, MSW, Author at Blog For Therapist

Trauma Narrative in Therapy and Examples

As mental health professionals, we understand the significant impact of trauma on individuals. Trauma narrative therapy is a valuable tool for helping clients process and find meaning in their traumatic…

Therapy Techniques

Treatment Plans

Why is it Important to Individualize an Integrative Treatment Plan?

Do you often encounter clients who are dissatisfied with generic mental health treatments that fail to address their unique needs? Many individuals seeking mental health care feel disheartened by one-size-fits-all approaches…

Treatment Plans

Therapy Techniques

How to Find Client Strengths In Therapy (with Examples)?

Do you ever feel stuck in a pattern with your clients, constantly feeling like you are concentrating on what's wrong instead of right? This is a common challenge in therapy,…

Therapy Techniques

Treatment Plans

Drug Abuse Treatment Plan (with Examples)

In this blog, we're delving into the intricacies of crafting treatment plans for drug abuse. You'll discover why they're indispensable, what elements they comprise, and how to implement them effectively.…

Treatment Plans

Therapy Techniques

Therapy Termination: All You Need to Know

Have you ever thought about the importance of saying goodbye at the end of therapy? Imagine that critical moment when you're ending a session with a client who has become…

Therapy Techniques

Neuropsychological Testing & Assessment

Have you ever stopped to ponder how your remarkable brain works? Neuropsychological testing can provide fascinating insights into your cognitive abilities, like memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Imagine it as…

Therapy Techniques

Private Practice

How To Set Private Practice Fees?

Feeling overwhelmed about setting your fees? Whether you're an experienced therapist or just starting, determining your pricing can be challenging and may require more than just business insight. This article…

Private Practice

Billing & Insurance

CPT Code 96127 Complete Description (+Reimbursement Details 2024)

Feeling overwhelmed by the sea of CPT codes? Get ready to explore one of the most crucial ones: CPT Code 96127. Whether you're an experienced therapist or a newly minted…

Billing & Insurance

Software Comparisons

Simplepractice Vs. Practice Better (A Detailed Comparison)

Starting your own practice is a significant and exciting milestone. However, it comes with its share of challenges, especially when choosing the right practice management software. With options like Practice…

Software Comparisons

Therapy Techniques

Open-Ended Questions in Counseling

Do you ever feel like you're playing 20 Questions with your clients? Well, buckle up because you are about to learn about open-ended questions in counseling. These are the kinds…

Therapy Techniques