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Why Group Practices Are Switching From Psychology Today
Group practices pay $29.95 per clinician per month for Psychology Today listings. With profile views down dramatically, practice owners are rethinking where that money goes.
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Couples Therapy for Infidelity: Finding the Right Help
Research shows couples therapy after infidelity dramatically improves outcomes, from 20% recovery without help to 57-75% with it. Here's what to expect and how to find the right therapist.
How to Build a Referral Network as a New Therapist
The most reliable source of quality referrals isn't a directory. It's other therapists. Here's a practical guide to building professional referral relationships that actually work.
Does Medicaid Cover Therapy? Here's What You Need to Know
Medicaid covers mental health therapy, but finding a therapist who accepts it is harder than it should be. Here's how the system works and how to navigate it.
Therapist Burnout Is Real: How Providers Are Fighting Back
Over half of therapists report burnout. Here's what's driving it, what the research says works, and how providers are building more sustainable practices.
Insurance Credentialing for Therapists: A Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step guide to getting credentialed with insurance panels: timelines, required documents, common mistakes, and how to keep your practice full while you wait.
Starting a Private Practice as a Therapist: The Complete 2026 Guide
Everything therapists need to know about launching a private practice: licensing, business setup, costs, credentialing, and building your first client pipeline.
Therapist vs Counselor vs Psychologist: Which Do You Need?
Confused by all the different mental health provider types? This guide breaks down LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and more, including what each does and how to choose the right one.
Pennsylvania's Mental Health System Is Bleeding Out. We're Not Going to Let It.
Pennsylvania is 6,300 mental health professionals short. Only 38.4% of residents who need treatment can access it. We're opening client registration in Pennsylvania today.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Why It Hits So Hard and What to Do About It
Long winters and persistent cloud cover make northern states especially hard-hit by seasonal depression. Here's what the research says and how to get help.
The Best Therapist Referral Networks for Therapists (2026)
A comprehensive guide to building therapist referral networks. Where to find colleagues, build referral relationships, and receive quality client matches.
How Much Does Therapy Cost? A 2026 Guide
A breakdown of therapy costs by provider type and insurance status. What to expect for sessions whether you have insurance or not.
The Mental Health Gold Rush
How venture capital and for-profit holding companies are cashing in on America's mental health crisis, and what it will cost therapists, clients, and communities.
Introducing the Credentialing Hub: Own Your Data, Credential Yourself
Credentialing is the biggest bottleneck for new therapy practices. We built a free tool that organizes everything payers ask for, so you can stop re-entering the same info into 10 different portals.
62% of People With Mental Illness in Texas Go Untreated. What Are You Going to Do About It?
Texas ranks worst in the nation for mental health care, again. The gap isn't just a policy failure. It's a matching failure. A call to therapists who got into this work to help.
Two Questions I Keep Getting. Here Are the Honest Answers.
Does the platform use AI? How does it make money? Two fair questions that deserve a straight answer, not a FAQ blurb, but a real one.
How to Find a Therapist: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Not sure how to find a therapist or where to start looking? This step-by-step guide walks you through everything, from knowing when it's time, to searching, to recognizing the right fit.
They Were Ready to Ask for Help. Then the Search Started.
The decision to try therapy is hard. What happens next is harder. Nearly half of adults say difficulty finding a provider could stop them from getting help.
StartHere.care Is Expanding: Licensed Therapists From Every State Can Now Join
We built StartHere.care in Michigan first. Now we're opening the door to licensed therapists everywhere, so Michigan clients have more options and shorter wait times.
How to Get More Therapy Clients in Michigan Without Paying for Listings
A practical guide for Michigan therapists looking to fill their caseloads without expensive directory listings. Proven strategies that actually work in 2026.
Psychology Today Isn't Working Anymore: What Therapists Should Do Instead
Profile views on Psychology Today are plummeting and therapists across the country are feeling it. Here's what's driving the decline and what you can do about your referral pipeline.
StartHere.care Beta Now Live for Michigan Therapists
We're excited to announce that StartHere.care is officially open for Michigan therapists. Create your profile and start receiving matched client referrals today.
See How StartHere.care Works: New Interactive Walkthroughs
We've launched interactive walkthroughs that show exactly how StartHere.care works: for clients finding therapists, therapists joining the network, and the referral portal in action.
What Actually Makes a Good Therapy Fit?
Research shows the therapeutic relationship is key to good outcomes. But what does "fit" actually mean? We break down the factors that matter most when choosing a therapist.
Why We're Onboarding Therapists Before Clients
At StartHere.care, we're taking a therapist-first approach to our launch. Here's why building a strong therapist network first creates a better experience for everyone.
StartHere.care Launches Michigan Beta
We're excited to announce the launch of StartHere.care in Michigan. Learn about our beta program, what's available now, and how therapists and clients can get involved.
How StartHere.care Works: Finding Your Therapist Fit
A complete guide to how StartHere.care helps you find a therapist who actually fits your needs. Learn about our matching process, what to expect, and how we're different from traditional directories.
Introducing StartHere.care: A New Way to Find Your Therapist
We're launching StartHere.care to help people find therapists who actually fit their needs, not just their insurance. Learn about our mission and what makes us different.
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