Getting Started in Private Practice / Getting Started (PDF)

All the tips and tools you need to build a successful mental health
practice from the ground up

Many mental health professionals currently working for group
practices, hospitals, and private or government agencies have both
the skills and the drive to become solo practitioners. But how and
where do you begin?

Getting Started in Private Practice is a reliable reference that
offers the comprehensive information and armchair motivation you
need to establish and build your own practice from the ground up.
User-friendly and full of helpful tips, this handy book provides
you with tools and techniques for starting and maintaining a
thriving private practice, including information on:

* Discovering your ideal practice

* Creating a business plan

* Financing your start-up

* Setting fees

* Setting up shop and measuring results

* Minimizing risk

* Managing managed care

* Marketing your practice

* Generating referrals

* Utilizing additional print, Web, and organizational
resources

From major concerns such as ethics and liability to day-to-day
matters like selecting stationery and business cards, Getting
Started in Private Practice puts the best solutions at your
fingertips. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned pro,
this invaluable resource will help you minimize the uncertainty of
establishing a solo practice while maximizing the rewards.