Pre-License Years

As you train to become a therapist, business savvy is typically not a subject that is touched on in school. That's where we can help be prepared for the financial and operational considerations you should know as you enter your professional life.

Pre-License Years
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Sep 2025
Your New Therapist Guide: Thriving in Early Practice Foundations, Self-Care, and Growth
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Become a Therapist? Financial Insights for Aspiring Counselors
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
How Many Years to Become a Therapist: Timeline Insights for Mental Health Professionals
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
Building a Therapist Career Path That Supports Growth and Longevity
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
Associate Licensed Counselor: Explained
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
Different Types of Therapists: Understanding Roles and Licenses for Mental Health Professionals
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
Time Management Tips for Therapists: Tools to Balance Clients, Documentation, and Self-Care
Pre-License Years
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Aug 2025
Home Office Essentials for Therapists: Setting Up a Professional Remote Practice
Pre-License Years
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Jul 2025
HIPAA Full Form and Its Role in Mental Health Practice: What Therapists Need to Know
Pre-License Years
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Apr 2025
How to Become a Therapist: A Comprehensive Guide to Becoming a Licensed Therapist
Pre-License Years
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Mar 2025
How to Get Credentialed with Insurance: Your Guide to Insurance Provider Credentialing
Pre-License Years
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Jul 2025
LPC Salary Private Practice: What Licensed Counselors Really Earn and Why It Varies
Pre-License Years
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Jul 2025
Psychologist vs. Psychiatrist: Understanding the Differences for Better Clinical Collaboration
Pre-License Years
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Jul 2025
Psychology vs Psychiatry: Roles, Training, and Collaboration in Mental Health Care
Pre-License Years
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May 2025
CAMFT Demystified: What Every California Therapist Should Know
Pre-License Years
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May 2025
What Is a Clinical Psychologist? Role, Responsibilities, and Career Path
Pre-License Years
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Jun 2025
Navigating Mental Health Certification: A Guide for Clinicians
Pre-License Years
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Apr 2025
How to Become a Therapist in California: A Roadmap to Becoming a Licensed Therapist for Aspiring LPCCs
Pre-License Years
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Apr 2025
Therapist vs. Psychologist: Understanding the Differences in Roles in Our Profession
Pre-License Years
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Apr 2025
Difference Between Therapist and Counselor: Understanding the Distinctions
Pre-License Years
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Apr 2025
Understanding the Difference Between a Therapist and a Psychiatrist
Pre-License Years
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Apr 2025
LCSW vs LMFT: Understanding the Differences for Aspiring Mental Health Professionals
Pre-License Years
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Mar 2025
What is CAQH Credentialing for Mental Health Providers?
Pre-License Years
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May 2025
Therapist Pay: Understanding What to Expect and How to Set Your Rates
Pre-License Years
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Jan 2025
Liability Insurance for Therapists: Why It's Important and How It Benefits You
Pre-License Years
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Mar 2020
Offering telepsych for the first time? 12 tips to help it go smoothly
Pre-License Years
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Mar 2020
Staying connected: Telehealth and the therapeutic relationship
Pre-License Years
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Jul 2025
Online Therapy Sessions: Best Practices for Delivering Effective Virtual Care
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