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Bookkeeping and Taxes for a Private Therapy Practice

Bookkeeping and Taxes for a Private Therapy Practice

Bookkeeping and Taxes for a Private Therapy PracticeMelissa DaSilva, LICSW
Published on: 10/11/2026

A practical guide to separate accounts, expense tracking and the self-employment tax calendar for therapists running a solo private practice.

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Taking Leave While Running a Private Therapy Practice

Taking Leave While Running a Private Therapy Practice

Taking Leave While Running a Private Therapy PracticeMelissa DaSilva, LICSW
Published on: 09/11/2026

A practical plan for vacations, sick days and breaks when you run a solo therapy practice: notice, coverage, rescheduling, billing and the inbox.

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How Much Does a Virtual Assistant for Therapists Cost?

How Much Does a Virtual Assistant for Therapists Cost?

How Much Does a Virtual Assistant for Therapists Cost?Melissa DaSilva, LICSW
Published on: 07/11/2026

A plain look at what a virtual assistant for therapists costs, how hourly and monthly pricing works, and how to size the support your practice needs.

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What Pages Does a Therapy Practice Website Need?

What Pages Does a Therapy Practice Website Need?

What Pages Does a Therapy Practice Website Need?Melissa DaSilva, LICSW
Published on: 06/11/2026

A therapist's guide to the five pages a private practice website actually needs, what goes on each one, and what to skip when starting a private therapy practice.

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