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Private Practice Lesson: Leave Your Emotions Out of It

by Sarah Rivera | Aug 23, 2025 | Private practice

As a business owner of a mental health private practice for eight years, one of the biggest lessons I had to learn the hard way was this: Private Practice Lesson: Leave Your Emotions Out of It. As therapists, emotions are our superpower in the clinical room—but in...

3 Reasons To Stop Chasing the Shiny Object

by Sarah Rivera | Aug 11, 2025 | mental health professional, Private practice

As a private practice owner and mentor, I’ve seen a pattern emerging with mental health entrepreneurs. Everywhere I look, I see therapists, coaches, and solo practitioners pouring money into multiple office spaces, buying into the latest “million-dollar” webinar, or...

How To Take Our Own Advice As Mental Health Professionals

by Sarah Rivera | Jul 22, 2025 | Uncategorized

Rest is not optional. Yet why is it so hard to take our own advice as mental health professionals? Have you ever noticed how quick we are to tell our clients how important it is to slow down, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care? But when it comes to following our...

4 Hidden Burnout Signs Every Therapist Should Watch For

by Sarah Rivera | Jul 4, 2025 | mental health professional

4 Hidden Burnout Signs Every Therapist Should Watch For may be closer to home than you think. We all know the mental health field is a tough one—filled with heavy stories, deep emotions, and the incredible responsibility of walking with people through their most...

Is It Time to Grow Into a Group Practice? Here’s How to Know

by Sarah Rivera | Jun 25, 2025 | Private practice

Thinking about expanding from a solo private practice to a group practice, but not sure if now is the right time? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place. Many therapists reach a pivotal moment where they start to wonder: Is It Time to Grow Into a Group...
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