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Do Private Practice Therapists Earn More than Employees?

Wondering whether private practice pays more than being an employee therapist? This guide compares earnings, explores key income factors, and helps you decide if going solo is worth it.

Can Therapists Deduct Start-up Costs From Their Taxes?

How to Talk About Money with Your Therapy Clients

Can You Hire Family Members to Work at Your Therapy Practice?

What Is Not a Tax Deduction for Therapists?

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How to Build a Business Plan for Your Therapy Practice

Do Therapists Need a Business License?

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Do Therapists Need Professional Liability Insurance?

Can Therapists Claim the QBI Tax Deduction?

Do Therapists Need to Save Paper Receipts?

The Complete List of Tax Deductions for Occupational Therapists

The Complete List of Tax Deductions for Physical Therapists

New Tax Credits and Deductions for Private Practice Owners

Big Beautiful Bill Explained: Sole Props vs. S-Corps

Will the Big Beautiful Bill Change How I Pay Estimated Taxes in 2026?

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Impacts Your Private Practice Taxes, and What to Do About It

How Much Should Therapists Save for Retirement?

How to Transition Your Therapy Practice from Insurance to Cash Pay

What is Financial Literacy and Why Is It Important for Therapists?

How to Run Payroll for Your Therapy Practice

The Complete Guide to Credit for Therapists

How to Pay Off Debt: A Complete Guide for Therapists

The Complete Guide to Bookkeeping for Dieticians

The Complete Guide to Bookkeeping for Chiropractors

The Complete Guide to Bookkeeping for Therapists

How to Hire a Bookkeeper for Your Therapy Practice

When to Hire a Bookkeeper for Your Therapy Practice

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How to Create Space for Your Finances as a Self-Employed Therapist

Do Private Practice Therapists Earn More than Employees?

The Benefits of Becoming a Private Practice Therapist

How to Start a Private Practice as a Speech Language Pathologist

How to Start a Physical Therapy Private Practice

How to Build an Emergency Fund as a Therapist

What Therapists Need to Know About Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Here is One Way to Get Referrals for Your Therapy Practice

How to Apply for Out-of-State Licensure as a Therapist

5 Things I Learned From Running a Solo Practice the Past 3 Years

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