The Prosperous Christian Therapist | Private Practice, Christian Business, Marketing for Therapists, Spiritual Growth

The Prosperous Christian Therapist | Private Practice, Christian Business, Marketing for Therapists, Spiritual Growth

Do you want a successful private practice but you're unsure how to get there? Are you tired of constantly wondering if you’ll have enough sessions this week to cover your bills? Are you afraid of offering Christian counseling because you’re unsure how to do it right? In this podcast, you will find practical steps, strategies, and solutions that will help you create a sustainable therapy practice that aligns with your values and your God-given dreams. It is my mission to empower Christian therapists and counselors to make a positive impact on the world through the development of strong business skills and clinical excellence, while growing in intimacy with God. If you are ready to leave behind uncertainty, escape burnout, and feel more confident in your ability to run a successful business that aligns with God’s heart and your desire to make a difference, this is the place for you. Hi, I’m Kimberly. I’m a Jesus-lover, business coach for mental health professionals, and private practice owner. Upon graduating with my MA in Clinical Psychology in 2012, I set out to positively impact the world for Christ through my work as a therapist. As a single, 24-year-old living in Los Angeles with over six figures of student loan debt, I struggled to find a job that spoke to my passion for Christian counseling, paid the bills, and did not result in quick burnout. However, I lacked knowledge of basic business skills and grappled internally with how to navigate working in a culture that often conflicted with my Christian faith. I wondered how I could provide Christian counseling in a way that was legal and ethical while aligning my clients with the truth. In 2015, I started building my private practice from scratch. Several times I nearly closed its doors, ready to settle for the consistent paycheck that came from the schools and agencies I was working for, despite being underpaid, overworked, and seeing clients that were not a great fit for me. Yet every time that I nearly quit, the Lord somehow made it very clear that his heart was for me to run my own business. I often struggled with feeling selfish for not wanting to work on weekends or evenings, feeling greedy for charging a decent hourly rate and feeling incompetent to counsel my clients through the many issues and concerns that they brought to me. I struggled with feeling weak for not enjoying seeing more than 4-5 clients a day. I finally realized that it was possible to have a practice that suited my needs and also served the needs of my clients. I finally realized that running my own business allows me to implement standards of excellence that allow clients to have a good experience with therapy. I finally realized that God not only cares about the clients that I wanted to help, but also cares significantly about me, my own wellbeing, and how I experience my life. If you are ready to make a greater impact on your clients while also being able to enjoy a career that meets your financial needs, doesn’t drain your emotional capacity, and aligns with your God-given purpose, then you are in the right place! So put on your cozy sweater, grab your mug of coffee, and let’s dive in!

Episodes

April 6, 2026 14 mins

Wondering the best approach to scheduling clients?  What do you do if they only can come in every other week?  Should you require they commit to a regular weekly timeslot?  In this episode, I share my scheduling tips that take your client's needs and your needs into account.  

Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Re...

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Looking for more ways to incorporate faith into your therapy practice? In this episode, I share three faith-based interventions to use with your Christian clients. 

 

Sign up for my upcoming free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KBMfX9paSWGBPjSL0mOVZg

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Are you trying to build your practice in your own strength?  As Christians, we have a supernatural advantage that the world doesn't have.  In this episode, I share the amazing benefit of partnering with God in private practice.  

🚨 Join my flagship group coaching program launching on March 30th!  Learn the details and get registered here at an amazing rate for founding members! Email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com with questions.

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Wanting or needing more clients?  There might be nothing wrong with your messaging, but are you finding ways to be consistently visible to clients?  In today's episode, I share strategies to boost your visibility so your ideal client can find you. 

🚨 Join my flagship group coaching program launching on March 30th!  Learn the details and get registered here at an amazing rate for founding members! Email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.c...

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These are the top three recurring things I hear when people are describing why they had a bad experience with a therapist.  The good news is, they're simple and easy to fix!  In today's episode, I share how punctuality, frequently rescheduling, and improperly using self disclosure can create a bad impression with clients.  

Need a website that works? Join the upcoming free webinar on March 11 with digital marketing expert Dena Fara...

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Are you ready to build the private practice God has placed on your heart?  Join Practice with Purpose!  Launching March 30th, I'll walk you through the foundations needed for a thriving private practice in this 8-week group coaching program.  Sign up by this Saturday, March 8th to receive a special early bird discount!  Don't wait! 

 

Email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com with inquiries.  I hope to see you in Practice with Purpose! 

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Wondering whether or not you should accept insurance or go the route of private pay?  Today, I share why I've chosen to build a private pay practice and help you think about what is the best path for you right now. 

 

🚨 Enrollment is Open: Practice with Purpose 🚨 Join my flagship group coaching program launching on March 30th!  Learn the details and get registered here.  Early bird pricing ends on March 7th! Don't wait!

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Are you living in fear that you'll never have enough money, or if you have enough now, that you won't in the future?  In this 3rd episode of the series, I help you identify poverty mindset and realign your thinking with God's perspective. 

Need a website that works? Join the upcoming free webinar on March 11 with digital marketing expert Dena Farash on March 11th.  Use this link to register (attend live or get the replay!):  https:...

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Do you have a healthy view of money that aligns with God's perspective?  In today's episode, I talk about a second money mindset that will keep you from flourishing in your practice.  

Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before?  Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly 

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Do you carry mindsets towards money that are keeping you broke?  Money mindsets are complicated!  In part 1 of this series, I share my insights on what mindsets contribute to a healthy relationship with money, which is foundational in having a successful, Christ-aligned business.  

Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before?  Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.k...

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Is God calling you to surrender something?  Is it difficult for you to understand why or to trust Him with your surrender?  In this episode, I share 4 reasons I believe God calls us to surrender and why learning to do so will only serve to benefit us as believers and business owners.  

Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before?  Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting w...

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Feeling overwhelmed and frustrated when it comes to creating a website?  Listen to my conversation with Dena Farash, founder of Dena Does Digital.  Dena specializes in helping therapists build a website that will make a heart connection with their ideal client.  As a believer, Dena loves helping Christian therapists who want to create a website that demonstrates how faith can be integrated in therapy.  

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Want to actually make some progress towards your business goals this year? In this episode, I give you the 2 main things you need to focus on in order to give you a tangible vision which will provide the foundation for your successful private practice and help you get where you want and need to be in the next 6 months.

Feeling stuck? Schedule a 45-minute clarity call with Kimberly, and start moving in the right direction! 

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Do you want to hear God's voice more clearly this year? In today's episode, I share three steps to help you do just that so you can partner with Him in your private practice. You'll be amazed at how much He says when you take the time to intentionally listen! Available on every major podcast platform.

For coaching, visit my website www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or schedule using calendly.  

You can also Buy 3, Get 1 Free and use your 4...

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Is your website making it easy for your clients to feel connected and compelled to book a session with you?  In today's episode, I share THREE THINGS your website might be missing that's causing you to miss out on ideal clients.

For coaching, visit my website www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or schedule using calendly.  

You can also Buy 3, Get 1 Free and use your 4 sessions by end of June 2026!

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Have you been struggling to really define your ideal client in avatar form? Do you want to know how your client thinks, what causes them to seek therapy, and what would inspire them to book a session with you?  Listen up!  This episode shares my reverse approach to speaking to your niche.  

Book a private practice coaching session with me!  I'd love to help you further define your niche, draw in your ideal client, create a marketin...

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What emotions do the holidays bring up for you?  Acknowledge the pain, AND make space for the joy that the true meaning of Christmas carries every day. 

Book a private practice coaching session with me!  I'd love to help you further define your niche, draw in your ideal client, create a marketing or networking plan that will yield results, and mentor you in your path to private practice!  Visit www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or book dir...

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Want to run an excellent practice?  As the year ends, it's important to make sure you take the time to do 4 things that I share in today's episode.  

Book a private practice coaching session with me! Take advantage of a private coaching session with Kimberly for only $97 if you can snag a spot in December 2025!  Schedule yours or email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to join my December waitlist! Calendly - Kimberly Vanhooser

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Wondering what the best method is for scheduling clients over the holidays?  How do you navigate when you need to take time off but your clients need support?  In this episode, I share how I handle holiday scheduling and give you some steps to help you decide a method that works for you.  

Only a few weeks left to take advantage of a private coaching session with Kimberly for only $97!  Schedule yours before the calendar fills up! ...

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Carmen Montenegro-Sis is a Christian therapist in Glendora, CA whose niche is working with Christian therapists.  Join us for today's episode as she shares how her faith shapes her private practice and her process of refining her niche.

Connect with Carmen by visiting www.revivelifecounseling.com.

Take advantage of private practice coaching with Kimberly for only $97 before this offer ends this month!  Schedule your 60-minute coach...

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