by Sarah Rivera | Jun 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
Recently, I asked a simple question in a space full of mental health professionals, and what happened when therapists were asked about Google reviews was more consistent—and more revealing—than I expected. The conversation wasn’t theoretical. It wasn’t about marketing...
by Sarah Rivera | Mar 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
I’ve been reading through some Facebook forums lately and I’m seeing private practice names that I am almost 100% certain have already been taken by other mental health agencies. I understand how this happens. When you’re first starting a practice, you’re focused on...
by Sarah Rivera | Feb 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
At my practice La Luz Counseling, we are constantly looking to hire clinicians to begin part-time with the goal of expanding to full-time within a private practice setting. In recent past, we’ve had a handful of candidates who have applied that already own their own...
by Sarah Rivera | Jan 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
The DIY Private Practice Owner As a solo private practice owner, we often enter business with a strong do-it-yourself mindset. Part of being an entrepreneur is being a self-starter—a go-getter, a mover and shaker. And while that drive is often what allows your dream...
by Sarah Rivera | Dec 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ever wonder “How Much Do LPC-Associates Get Paid in Texas?” If you’re starting your journey as an LPC-Associate, you’re probably trying to figure out what a “normal” salary looks like. The truth? It depends on the setting, the funding, the city you live...
by Sarah Rivera | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
A question I hear often is: “Is opening a private practice hard?” In this blog, What Therapists Need to Know About Opening a Private Practice, I share why opening the doors isn’t the hardest part—but running your practice can be challenging. Of course, this is a...
