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Protecting Your PracticeNavigating a Big Career Change: From Public Mental Health Executive to Business Owner with Katie Vernoy, LMFTWe've got a season 2 bonus for you! Life throws us the occasional curveball, and those curveballs sometimes influence direction the direction of our lives. In this episode, you'll hear Katie Vernoy, LMFT talk about her unexpected career change from being a public mental health executive to opening up her own business. In this episode, you'll hear about Katie's personal story, and you'll also hear her talk about self-leadership, self-care, and ways that leadership is important for therapists Connect with Katie: Katie Vernoy, LMFT is a therapist, speaker, consultant, and co-host of...2023-03-0754 min
Protecting Your PracticeSeason 2 is a Wrap, and We've Got News to Share!The PYP team is wrapping up Season 2, and we've got news to share! Change is happening! Take a listen to see what's happening! Connect with Melissa & Dan!Purchase forms for your private practice at: Protectingyourpractice.comLegal services for Maryland mental health providers with Dan at: https://danielmayerlaw.com/Online Counseling Services & Brainspotting for Marylanders at: lifespringcounseling.net2023-02-2127 min
Protecting Your PracticeA Case of a Group Practice's Health Insurance Payments Gone Missing with Nzingha Ma'at, LPCThe "adventures" in business ownership are many! In this episode, you'll hear Nzingha Ma'at, a group practice owner, talk about how the money she was supposed to get paid from an insurance company suddenly went missing. She talks about the long and lengthy process she had to go through to FINALLY figure out what happened to her practice's missing money! Connect with Nzingha Ma'at, LPCNzingha Ma'at is the Founder of Ma'at Therapeutic Services, a holistic healing practice, centered on helping people deepen the connection between their mind, body and spirit. This means we focus...2023-02-1443 min
Protecting Your PracticeGetting to the Other Side After a Position's Misclassification with Raffi Bilek, LCSW-CThe conversation around having 1099s or W-2s as a group practice owner is a big one! It comes up frequently between group practice owners, and there are lots of intense conversations, tales of caution, and, warnings about state guidelines. Making the right decision for your practice can be a little nerve-wracking! So what exactly happens if it is determined that someone who works at your office was misclassified? Raffi Bilek, LCSW-C is here to tell us just that. Check out this episode to hear Raffie's lived experience! About Raffi: Raffi Bilek, LCSW-C...2023-02-0730 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Book-Writing Journey to Making Nice with Naughty with Dr. Tom MurrayPlenty of people dream about writing a book, but not everybody actually does it! In this episode, you'll hear Dr. Tom Murray talk about his experience moving from book idea to actual book launch. He'll be talking about his personal process, challenges he faced, and tips and tricks he learned along the way. Consider this episode your book writing inspiration paired with your daily dose of sex education. About Dr. Murray:Dr. Tom Murray, author, international trainer, educator, and couples and sex therapist-supervisor, is a widely sought-after expert in sexuality and intimate relationships. He is...2023-01-2446 min
Protecting Your PracticeLessons Learned from Broken Trust and Lack of Transparency at the Office with Whitney OwensBeing a group practice owner is not an easy job! In this episode, you'll get to hear Whitney Owens talk about an unfortunate situation she experienced with someone who was working at her office, the steps she took to address that situation, and changes she made to her practice. We know there are many group practice owners will can relate to situations in which trust is broken and full transparency is lacking. For those who work at group practices, we hope this conversation will introduce best practices and encourage honest and up-front conversations. Connect with Whitney:2023-01-1757 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenges of Becoming a Therapist in a Different Country and Language with Si Meng, LGPCBecoming a licensed mental health provider comes with its own set of challenges, so imagine becoming a therapist in a different country where you are providing therapy services in a 2nd language! This is exactly what you'll be hearing about today in our interview with Si Meng, LGPC who made the transition from journalism to therapy!You'll hear her talk about:Making a career change as part of her life's journeyFollowing your curiosity and living into your purposeThe decision to attend school in a different country to become a therapistProviding therapy in a different country and...2023-01-1041 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenge of Moving from Therapy to Coaching with Biz CushIn recent years, we've heard about mental health providers transitioning into coaching. In this interview, you'll get to hear from Biz Cush, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and podcaster who made that pivot. You'll hear her talk about: Reasons for making this transitionLessons she's learnedSteps she has taken to educate herself and be mindful of legal and ethical issues while making this transitionConnect with Biz! Progression Counseling Elizabeth Cush CoachingAwaken Your Wise Woman PodcastConnect with Melissa and Dan!2023-01-0333 min
Protecting Your PracticeNavigating a School Shooting While Taking Care Of Yourself & Your Team with Kristen BoiceIn this heart pounding episode, Kristen Boice talks with us about her team's response to a local school shooting. You'll hear Kristen talk about: how to lead a team while navigating your own emotionsanniversary dates and their impact on the communitynavigating multiple groups (teachers, students, first responders, etc.) at the same time in the middle of a crisis. While we hope other mental health therapists are never in this position, there is plenty to learn from Kristen's experience. Connect with Kristen:Pathways to Healing CounselingClose the Chapter podcast2022-12-1355 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenges of Navigating Your Own Grief While Working with Clients with Reina LombardiIn this very personal interview, Reina Lombardi talks with us about navigating grief while working with clients in both an agency setting and a private practice setting. In this episode, you'll get to hear about her experiences and the steps she took to navigate her own losses in two different work contexts. She shares relevant considerations for other mental health providers such as: self-disclosure with clientsgetting supportmaking decisions about time offdecisions related to fee settingConnect with Reina at the Creative Clinicians Corner: https://www.creativeclinicianscorner.com/Purchase forms for your private practice at...2022-12-0651 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenges of Protecting Yourself & Your Team While Doing In-Home Care with Victoria RodriguezIf you've ever provided in-home, community mental health care, then you know all about the safety concerns present in doing this work. This week, you'll get to hear from Victoria Rodriguez who works with healthcare providers who have experienced trauma in the course of their work. She talks with us about the steps individual providers and agencies can be taking to keep safety front of mind when doing this work. She also talks about strategies private practitioners can take to keep themselves safe. About Victoria: Victoria Rodriguez (she/her/hers) LPC, CCTP, NCC is a...2022-11-2942 min
Protecting Your PracticeAnticipated Challenges with Mental Health Policies & Value Based Care with Dr. Carrie SingerMore and more, we're hearing group practice owners communicating concern about the future of group practices because of big tech companies and anticipated changes to healthcare. In this episode, we'll be hearing from Carrie Singer, a group practice owner, who has been getting involved with mental health policy. She says that there will be "major changes coming soon for insurance-based practices that therapists are completely unaware of and unprepared for related to value-based care." Check out this episode, so you can learn more about the changes that are being proposed. About Carrie: Dr. Carrie Singer is...2022-11-2241 min
Protecting Your PracticeAddressing the Challenges of Supervising Student Interns & Provisionally Licensed Staff with Dr. Tara SandersonStudent interns and provisionally licensed therapists all need supportive sites and work places to help them build the necessary skills and experience. Supervisors, however, are responsible for having the supports and structures in place. In this episode, you'll hear Dr. Tara Sanderson talk about: Risks and benefits of being someone's supervisor and employerHaving clear boundaries and expectationsAlternate supervisory supportOpen communicationWe hope this episode will be helpful to supervisors and supervisees alike! About Dr. Tara Sanderson:Dr. Tara Sanderson, a licensed psychologist and author, has a thriving group practice in Tigard Oregon...2022-11-1541 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Challenges Involved in Doing Forensic Work as a Psychologist with Jessica HassonAs you can imagine, there are plenty of in-the-moment challenges that come up when you are a psychologist who regularly does forensic work. In this episode, you'll hear Jessica Hasson's perspective on doing this work and the ways that she navigates the realities of social injustices and life as a female in the courtroom. About Dr. Hasson: Dr. Hasson is licensed as a psychologist in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. She specializes in psychological assessment, including psychological evaluations, psychoeducational evaluations, and forensic evaluations. Connect with Dr. Hasson at: https://drjessicahasson.com/P...2022-11-0844 min
Protecting Your PracticeSurviving a Payroll Tax Audit with Uriah GuilfordWhen you have your own practice, there are already so many things to think about, but have you ever considered the possibility of a payroll tax audit? If you're like me (Melissa), that might not have been on your radar. In this episode with Uriah Guilford, you'll learn the following: 1. The importance of correctly classifying workers in a group practice, i.e. independent contractor vs. W2 employee2. How to create good payroll systems that will survive a payroll tax audit 3. How useful it is to have the right business support in dealing with...2022-11-0127 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Hard Lessons Learned After Agreeing to Merge Your Group Practice with Laura VaillancourtMany group practice owners dream of selling their practices one day, but what happens when you're approached with an opportunity that sounds too good to be true? In this insightful episode, Laura Vaillancourt, shares about her personal experience and the lessons the rest of us can learn from it. You'll also get to learn how Laura weathered a challenging situation and came out on the other side. Meet Laura: Laura has extensive experience as a consultant, coach, and providing counseling and care management to families that are in the midst of making difficult decisions related...2022-10-2551 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen Your Group Practice Has Been Through a Natural Disaster (or Three) with Christy PennisonIn this episode, you'll get to hear from Christy Pennison, Owner of Be Inspired Counseling & Consulting, who has had the unfortunate experience of helping her group practice and clients get through not one, not two, but 3 natural disasters!! She's here on the other side to share what she has learned as a result of that experience, so you can consider how you can protect your practice in situations you weren't expecting to encounter. About Christy: Christy Pennison is a board-certified counselor and founder of Be Inspired Counseling & Consulting in Alexandria, LA. She has coached and...2022-10-1855 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen the Assistant Attorney General Knows Your Name (And It's Not Good) with Joe SanokAs a mental health provider who is trying to get a new project off the ground, advertising about the great, new thing you're doing is a MUST. But what happens when that great new thing you're doing gets met with some push back from people in high places? In this episode, Joe Sanok will tell you about his personal experience with this, and as you can imagine, he found a creative way to pivot and adjust! We hope that you will find some take-aways on how you too can pivot and adjust as needed to pursue your dreams while...2022-10-1145 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen You Need to Be Aware of Conflicts of Interest with Dan MayerSeason 2 will be starting off with Attorney Dan Mayer talking with us about conflicts of interest that can come up in working with mental health providers, steps that can be taken to prevent those conflicts, & steps that can be taken once you realize that a conflict has occurred. Dan also talks about the importance of knowing who your client is when it comes to your work! You can find Melissa & Dan at: protectingyourpractice.comDocuments to Protect Your Practice:https://www.protectingyourpractice.com/private-practice-documentsContact Mayer Law at: 2022-10-0437 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhen You Have to Learn How to Handle Being Stalked as a Therapist with Melissa WesnerIn this episode, Protecting Your Practice co-host, Melissa Wesner, shares about her experience being stalked as a result of her work as a mental health therapist. She'll talk about that experience, what she learned, and supports that were helpful to her while navigating this unexpected situation. Connect with Melissa & Dan: protectingyourpractice.comForms to protect your practice:https://www.protectingyourpractice.com/private-practice-documentsWebsite Design & Consultation for Mental Health Providers:intentionalpractice.netLegal Services for Maryland-Based Mental Health Practitioners:https://danielmayerlaw.com/2022-10-0443 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: Answers to Group Practice Owner's Most Popular Questions about Human Resources with HR Specialist Megan SpencerSome of the most challenging decisions for group practice owners involve issues related to HR. How do I hire new clinicians? Where do I get the documentation that I need for the people who work at my office? How much should I pay? What benefits should I offer? All of these questions can be addressed with the support of an HR Consultant.In today's episode, you'll get to hear HR Specialist, Megan Spencer, talk about hiring, compensation, compliance, culture, hard conversations, and more!If managing the HR piece of running a group practice has been...2022-01-2555 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: How to Recognize & Prevent the Slippery Slope into Sexual Relationships with Clients with Dr. Daniel WatterWe all know that sexual relationships with clients is a big no-no, and yet sexual boundary crossing with clients tends to be in the top 3 issues that get reported to licensing Boards. In this informative episode with Dr. Daniel Watter, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, we talk about how therapists can go from knowing this clear cut boundary to sitting on an ethics Board's disciplinary committee as a result of having crossed that line. In this episode, he talks about steps mental health practitioners can take to self-reflect and get support if they recognize growing feelings for clients.2022-01-1850 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: Financial Health for Mental Health Therapists with Ben OffitMental health providers work hard, so you want to make sure that your hard work pays off! That's where meeting with a financial advisor comes in! In this guest episode, Ben Offit talks about the importance of financial health as it relates to healthcare providers. He also answers frequently asked questions about working with a financial advisor. Be sure to keep some of these questions in mind if you decide to seek out your own financial advisor after listening!Here's how you can connect with Ben Offit.website: http://www.offitadvisors.com...2022-01-1142 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: Accessing Creativity & Preventing Burnout with Reina LombardiThis week, we're talking about accessing your creativity as a mental health clinician and preventing burnout. In this episode, Reina Lombardi talks about ways that she helps clinicians tap into their creativity and consider their lifestyle needs when designing their practice.About Reina:Reina is host of The Creative Psychotherapist podcast, a podcast for creative, expressive, and experiential focused psychotherapists curious to learn how to design, build, and scale a thriving private practice. On the podcast, Reina interviews other therapists and mental health practitioners who have started their own successful practices about the tools and...2022-01-0446 min
Protecting Your PracticeReplay: The Money Talk You Need to Avoid Common Mistakes that Practice Owners Make with Julie HerresJoin us for this really helpful conversation with Julie Herres from Greenoak Accounting as she talks about the common money mistakes that practice owners make. You'll also get to hear about some of the trends she sees in her accounting and bookkeeping work with mental health practitioners. Learn why you might not want to DIY your accounting!Want to connect with Julie?You can find her at: http://www.greenoakaccounting.com/ You can also find her hosting the Therapy for Your Money Podcast.Want to connect with the Protecting...2021-12-2838 min
Protecting Your PracticeSteps You Can Take if This Content Makes You NervousAre you the person who's afraid of making mistakes? If so, it's possible that this content makes you a little nervous. After all, you might have only had one class in grad school about some of these topics. In this episode, Dan and Melissa talk about steps you can take to manage that nervousness while still moving forward with your desire to protect your practice. And...we've got some updates for you in this episode! Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at the Protecting Your...2021-12-2122 min
Protecting Your PracticeTips for Billing, Compliance, and Confidently Accepting Insurance at Your Practice with Dr. Ajita RobinsonWhile there's much debate about whether or not to accept insurance at your mental health practice, today you'll hear Dr. Ajita Robinson talk with us about breaking out of shame, frustration, and either-or mindsets. You'll hear her talk about:knowing your contractsadvocating for yourselfmaking decisions related to billingstaying ahead of the game, so your practice is audit-readyIf you're already familiar with Dr. Ajita Robinson's work, then you know she's well-versed on this topic. Want to connect with Dr. Ajita Robinson?IG: @dr.ajitarobinsonFB: facebook.com/dr...2021-12-0852 min
Protecting Your PracticeAnswers to Group Practice Owner's Most Popular Questions about Human Resources with HR Specialist Megan SpencerSome of the most challenging decisions for group practice owners involve issues related to HR. How do I hire new clinicians? Where do I get the documentation that I need for the people who work at my office? How much should I pay? What benefits should I offer? All of these questions can be addressed with the support of an HR Consultant. In today's episode, you'll get to hear HR Specialist, Megan Spencer, talk about hiring, compensation, compliance, culture, hard conversations, and more! If managing the HR piece of running a group practice has been...2021-11-3055 min
Protecting Your PracticeLegal and Ethical Considerations When Providing Couples Counseling Services with Dr. Heidi SauderThere are certainly a lot of debates when it comes to providing couples counseling services. In this episode, you'll get to hear from Dr. Heidi Sauder who is a psychologist, sex therapist, and group practice owner on some of these debated topics. You'll also get to hear about some of the ethical issues she has witnessed as a provider. She'll also talk about important legal and ethical considerations when providing couples counseling services. In this episode, you'll get to hear her talk about:Secret keeping and couples counselingInformed consent documentation for couplesdeciding and communicating who is...2021-11-2333 min
Protecting Your PracticeTelehealth Informed Consent Document: Do You Have One?You've likely been practicing telehealth for some time now, so now it's time to double check to make sure that you have the documentation you need in place. Clients who have never received telehealth services before might not be sure what to expect. Some might be nervous about new technology, and others might have concerns about confidentiality. Your telehealth informed consent helps answer clients' common questions and helps them know how to prepare for their sessions. Having this form in place also helps you with compliance and best practices.If you're ready to double check your work...2021-11-1627 min
Protecting Your PracticeYou've Been Doing Telehealth, But Have You Been Using Best Practices?If you're like many, the pandemic forced you to do a crash course in telehealth, and you've probably been doing it for some time now. Now that the dust has settled, we want to make sure that you're following best practices when doing telehealth to make sure that you're in compliance with state guidelines and ethical codes. While we've been doing telehealth for a while now, we know that there are some popular questions that keep coming up. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at the Protecting...2021-11-0922 min
Protecting Your PracticePracticing Within Your Scope of Competence: Good For You & Good for ClientsPracticing within your scope of competence might not sound like the most stimulating topic, but it is an important one. If you're not practicing within your scope of competence, you're likely feeling the impact of that, and your clients might be feeling that as well. Practicing outside of our scope of competence also puts us at risk. Take a listen to today's episode to hear more on this topic! Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at the Protecting Your Practice website. FB: @protectingyourpractice2021-11-0217 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Recognize & Prevent the Slippery Slope into Sexual Relationships with Clients with Dr. Daniel WatterWe all know that sexual relationships with clients is a big no-no, and yet sexual boundary crossing with clients tends to be in the top 3 issues that get reported to licensing Boards. In this informative episode with Dr. Daniel Watter, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, we talk about how therapists can go from knowing this clear cut boundary to sitting on an ethics Board's disciplinary committee as a result of having crossed that line. In this episode, he talks about steps mental health practitioners can take to self-reflect and get support if they recognize growing feelings for clients. 2021-10-2654 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Take Care of Yourself Emotionally as a Group Practice Owner with Maureen WerrbachThere's a big difference between what people THINK group practice ownership is like and what group practice ownership IS ACTUALLY like. In this episode, we'll be talking with Maureen Werrbach, a group practice consultant and owner of a multilocation group practice in Chicago on how to take care of yourself emotionally as a group practice owner. On top of that, she'll be talking with us about: leadership & supportmanaging a group practice in changing timesopportunities for growth and making needed changesGroup practice owners, you won't want to miss this episode!More about...2021-10-1945 min
Protecting Your PracticeCompliance & Systems for Large Practices with Dr. Hayley PorterLarge practices need to operate smoothly! In this episode, we speak with Dr. Hayley Porter, the Co-Owner and Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer a very large mental health and wellness center. She talks with us about:Steps for ensuring complianceCreating systems Getting the business support you need If you're looking to integrate systems & strategies for compliance, we hope you'll check this out!Here's how you can connect with Balance Point Wellness.website: https://bpointwellness.com/Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find...2021-10-1235 min
Protecting Your PracticePro Bono Work, Ethics, & Abundance with Amy GreensfelderDo you know what your profession's code of ethics has to say about pro bono work? If not, you'll be hearing all about that in this episode. You'll also get to meet Amy Greensfelder who is the Executive Director of the Pro Bono Counseling Project whose work focuses on increasing the uninsured or under-insured's access to mental health care. In this episode, you'll get to:learn what different professional codes of ethics have to say about pro bono worklearn about the work of The Pro Bono Counseling Projecthear Amy's reflections on the connection between abundance and...2021-10-0541 min
The Creative Psychotherapist55. Melissa Wesner & Daniel Mayer | Tips for Protecting Your PracticeFEATURED GUESTS: Melissa Wesner is a type A, counseling nerd who likes to cross her t's and dot her i's. She is often the person to rain on the parade by asking, "I wonder what kind of documentation we would need to do that" in the midst of a really exciting conversation. She's the person who think about risk management, liability, and documentation and who reads the books and signs up for ALL the trainings! As the Protecting Your Practice Podcast co-host, Melissa brings all this nerdy excitement to the table. She is the Owner of LIfeSpring Counseling Services...2021-09-2958 min
Protecting Your PracticeFinancial Health for Mental Health Therapists with Ben OffitMental health providers work hard, so you want to make sure that your hard work pays off! That's where meeting with a financial advisor comes in! In this guest episode, Ben Offit talks about the importance of financial health as it relates to healthcare providers. He also answers frequently asked questions about working with a financial advisor. Be sure to keep some of these questions in mind if you decide to seek out your own financial advisor after listening! Here's how you can connect with Ben Offit. website: www.OffitAdvisors.com2021-09-2842 min
Protecting Your PracticeAccessing Creativity & Preventing Burnout with Reina LombardiThis week, we're talking about accessing your creativity as a mental health clinician and preventing burnout. In this episode, Reina Lombardi talks about ways that she helps clinicians tap into their creativity and consider their lifestyle needs when designing their practice. About Reina:Reina is host of The Creative Psychotherapist podcast, a podcast for creative, expressive, and experiential focused psychotherapists curious to learn how to design, build, and scale a thriving private practice. On the podcast, Reina interviews other therapists and mental health practitioners who have started their own successful practices about the tools and s...2021-09-1446 min
Protecting Your PracticeUnderstanding Common Terminology Used in ContractsToday's episode is part 2 on understanding contracts. In this episode, you'll learn about common terminology used in contracts, so you have a better understanding of what you're signing! Today's episode has a lot of content, so feel free to take notes, take breaks, or listen to it twice! You can also pull out a contract of your own and review while we run through common contract terminology. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeTo work...2021-09-0836 min
Protecting Your PracticeUnderstanding Legal Contracts in your Work as a Mental Health PractitionerBefore you sign on the line, it's important that you've read and understood the contract in front of you. In today's episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the basic components of a contract (since most of them are not written in everyday language). Whether dealing with an office lease, insurance contract, or 1099 contract, we want to make sure you have some knowledge of this topic! Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeTo work with Dan if you're...2021-08-3118 min
Protecting Your PracticeGetting Clarity on Confusing HIPAA Topics (Workforce & Business Associates) with Guests Roy Huggins & Liathana DaltonIn this guest episode, Person-Centered Tech (PCT) Co-Owners, Liathana Dalton and Roy Huggins, clarify important topics that relate to your practice and HIPAA. In this episode, you'll hear Roy and Liath talk about: Who is considered workforce according to HIPAA (and what that means for your practice)The role of Business Associates at your officeThe importance of knowing your state's labor laws as they relate to 1099s and employees, and ways that will influence how you implement your plan for being a HIPAA compliant practice.HIPAA can be confusing, and you can always reach out to...2021-08-2451 min
Protecting Your PracticeHiring Tips for Building a Faith-Based Practice with Whitney OwensYou've got a mission and a vision for your practice. When hiring new clinicians, you want to look for people who will be a good fit for your practice. It's also important to make sure that you are following best practices for hiring. In this episode, Whitney Owens talks about building a faith-based practice, finding therapists who are good fits, and avoiding discriminatory hiring practices. She also shares about her personal experiences in showing up as a faith-based consultant. About Whitney: Whitney Owens is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Private Practice Consultant. She lives in...2021-08-1730 min
Protecting Your PracticeSEO & Ethical Online Marketing for Your Mental Health Practice with Jessica TappanaSEO and online marketing can be steep learning curves for mental health practitioners who have their own practices. It's important for mental health practitioners to engage in ethical, online marketing and SEO strategies. In today's episode, Jessica Tappana from Simplified SEO Consulting talks all about SEO, key words, google reviews, and best practices when it comes to ethical marketing strategies. Want to connect with Jessica Tappana at Simplified SEO Consulting? https://simplifiedseoconsulting.comWant to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?...2021-08-1050 min
Protecting Your PracticeAnswers to Your Burning Questions About the COVID Vaccine, Clients, & the WorkplaceThere's been a lot of discussion about the COVID vaccine and mental health practices. Can a practice require their staff to get the vaccine? Is it possible to require clients or staff to demonstrate vaccination in order to offer or receive in-person sessions? How do I respond if my client asks me about my own vaccination status? In today's episode, Dan and Melissa will talk about each of these questions. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpractice2021-08-0324 min
Protecting Your PracticeRe-Opening Your Office After COVID-19: Things You Need to Know!Deciding when and how to re-open your office after the COVID-19 pandemic has been a hot topic. Health, safety, and risk management are all things that people are thinking about to protect themselves, their staff, and their clients. In today's episode, Dan and Melissa talk about steps you will want to consider in preparation for your return to in-person use of the office. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?Find us at: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeTo work with Dan if...2021-07-2726 min
Protecting Your PracticeDon't Let Anxiety & Overwhelm Get Between You & Your HIPAA Compliance with guests Roy Huggins & Liathana DaltonWhile all mental health practitioners are responsible for HIPAA compliance, it's a topic that provokes a lot of anxiety, overwhelm, and aversion. Rather than avoid your compliance duties, dig in with us on this very special episode with our guests Roy Huggins and Liathana Dalton from Person Centered Tech. In this episode, you'll hear us talk about encryption, device hardening, and steps you can take to be more HIPAA informed and compliant. Here's how you can connect with Roy & Liath from Person-Centered Tech. https://personcenteredtech.com/about/ website: https://personcenteredtech.com/podcast, Group Practice Tech: https://pers...2021-07-2045 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Money Talk You Need to Avoid Common Mistakes that Practice Owners Make with Julie HerresJoin us for this really helpful conversation with Julie Herres from Greenoak Accounting as she talks about the common money mistakes that practice owners make. You'll also get to hear about some of the trends she sees in her accounting and bookkeeping work with mental health practitioners. Learn why you might not want to DIY your accounting! Want to connect with Julie? You can find her at: www.greenoakaccounting.comYou can also find her hosting the Therapy for Your Money Podcast. Want to connect with the Protecting Your Practice Co-Hosts?2021-07-1338 min
Protecting Your PracticeBehind the Scenes: Serving on a Professional Licensing Board with Risa GanelIn their very first guest episode, Dan and Melissa interview Risa Ganel, a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, who previously served as the Board Chair for the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. In this episode, you'll get to hear about: the purpose of the Board (and misconceptions about it)what it's like to serve on the Boardother less-commonly known functions of the BoardYou can learn more about Risa below. www.togethercouplescounseling.com, a private practice in Marylandwww.risaganel.com for public speaking, retreats and p...2021-07-0633 min
Protecting Your PracticeThe Importance of Knowing the Age of Consent for Mental Health TreatmentIf you or your practice provide mental health services to minors, it's important to know the age of consent for mental health treatment. In this podcast episode, Dan and Melissa talk about important considerations for mental health practitioners who work with younger individuals. Connect with us!FB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpracticeprotectingyhourpractice.comConnect with Dan!Mayer LawLegal Services for Mental Health Practitioners in MarylandConnect with Melissa!Intentional PracticeConsultation services for private practice and group practice.2021-06-2922 min
Therapy For Your MoneyEpisode 37: Ensuring Your Practice's Legal Compliance (with Dan Mayer & Melissa Wesner)The most important part of running your private practice is being compliant! There are a number of things, from intake forms to your legal entity, that you are responsible for maintaining legal compliance.After working in the same Greater Baltimore community for some time, Dan Mayer, an attorney, and Melissa Wesner, a counselor, decided to join forces in order to offer mental health providers the information they need to protect their practices. Coming from two different backgrounds, Dan and Melissa, bring a wealth of knowledge for listeners who want to learn all about the legal and clinical a...2021-06-2531 min
Protecting Your PracticeCharting, Compliance, and Internal Audits for Mental Health Practitioners Who Accept InsuranceYou've all heard the scary stories about health insurance companies coming around to do audits! If you accept insurance, and you're not really sure if your charts would pass an audit, this episode is for you! In this podcast episode, Dan and Melissa talk about:ways you can find out what insurance companies expect to find in your clients' charts.ways internal chart audits can help you with compliance.steps you can take if notified that your charts are going to be audited.Turn your charting compliance uncertainty into confidence by taking actionable steps...2021-06-2233 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Protect Your Practice When Doing Outdoor TherapyOutdoor therapies such as ecotherapy and walk and talk therapy can be great additions to the services that you already offer at your office. As you might have guessed, however, there are special considerations that you need to think through when offering these outdoor services. In this episode, Dan and Melissa talk about things you need to think about to protect your clients, protect yourself and/or your staff, and protect your practice as well. If you offer outdoor therapy services, we want you to have the peace of mind while you do it! Connect...2021-06-1525 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhat to Do if a Board Complaint Has Been Filed Against YouIn this podcast episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the steps you'll want to take if ever you receive notification that a Board complaint has been filed against you. Connect with us: protectingyourpractice.comFB: @protectingyourpracticeIG: @protectingyourpractice2021-06-0824 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhat Happens When Your Professional Board Gets a Complaint!Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes when your professional Board receives a complaint? In today's podcast episode, Dan & Melissa talk about this process. They also talk about ways that you too can learn about the process your professional Board follows once a complaint has been received. Connect with us: Instagram: @protectingyourpracticeFacebook: @protectingyourpracticeWebsite: protectingyourpractice.com2021-06-0123 min
Protecting Your PracticeWhy Owning a Private Practice or Group Practice May Not Be for YouWhile there can be a lot of prestige and even encouragement to build a private practice or group practice, the reality is that it's not for everyone. In this latest episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the reasons why owning a private practice or group practice might not be for you. Curious? Check out today's conversation!Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter here.2021-05-1528 min
Protecting Your PracticeBuilding Your TeamDon't fall into the trap of trying to do everything for your private practice or group practice on your own. In this episode, Dan and Melissa talk about important professionals that you'll want to have on your team! They'll have the training and experience YOU need to make wise decisions for your office.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter here.2021-05-1538 min
Protecting Your PracticeHow to Respond When You Receive a SubpoenaNo mental health provider wants to receive a subpoena! In today's episode, Dan and Melissa talk about the things that you should and shouldn't do when you receive a subpoena. In reviewing these actionable steps, they'll take the stress out of knowing how to respond. After all, it's our goal to help you cross your t's and dot your i's.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter here.2021-05-1543 min
Protecting Your PracticeIntro to the Protecting Your Practice PodcastIn this first episode, you'll get to meet Melissa Wesner, LCPC and Dan Mayer, an attorney who specializes in working with mental health practitioners. The Protecting Your Practice podcast will be covering all of the nitty-gritty legal, ethical, clinical, and business issues that mental health professionals need to know about. Dan & Melissa will be sure to cover all the things you wish you had learned in grad school.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter he...2021-05-1411 min
Protecting Your PracticeIntro to the Protecting Your Practice PodcastIn this first episode, you'll get to meet Melissa Wesner, LCPC and Dan Mayer, an attorney who specializes in working with mental health practitioners. The Protecting Your Practice podcast will be covering all of the nitty-gritty legal, ethical, clinical, and business issues that mental health professionals need to know about. Dan & Melissa will be sure to cover all the things you wish you had learned in grad school.Links:Follow Melissa and Dan on Instagram & Facebook: @protectingyourpracticeGo to the Protecting Your Practice website to read more and sign up for our newsletter he...2021-05-1411 min