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
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.
Only two weeks left to take advantage of a private coaching session with Kimberly for only $97! 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.
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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.
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If you want to have a full caseload and attract more cash pay clients, you need a niche! In this episode, I explain how a niche helps you stand out, decreases your competition, and will clarify your marketing plan.
Book your Private Practice Coaching session for only $97 before it's too late! Spots are filling up fast. Snag yours before I double my rate in 2026!
In this 60-minute 1:1 coaching session, I will assess your priva...
Wanting to open up your doors to clients who can't afford your full fee? You need to have a plan so it doesn't cause damage to your business or your clients. In today's episode, I share my wisdom in how to effectively offer sliding scale services.
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Wondering how to determine your fee for therapy? Have you done the math, or are you just basing it off of what other therapists charge or what you think people will pay? In this episode, I break down how to figure out what a sustainable and appropriate fee is for your practice.
Optimize Your Practice with this special coaching offer for only $97! Spots are filling up fast. Snag yours before I double my rate in 2026! In this ...
If you want to grow your caseload, you're going to need to market your services. But you're marketing won't be successful if you've got blockages in your sales and marketing mindset! In today's episode, I discuss the common mental hangups I see in therapists, and I'll teach you how to shift your mindset so you can most effectively step in to your purpose and market your services with clarity and confidence!
Want steady streams of referrals? Start by connecting with likeminded professionals in your area! In today's episode, I welcome special guest Lisa Popp. Lisa is a Christian birth doula who lives 20 minutes from me! We met after I made a simple networking post in a mutual facebook group. Listen in to hear how Lisa incorporates God in the work she does and her heart for supporting Christian families.
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Do you believe in your heart that God believes in you and your ability to succeed? In this episode, I share fresh insight from Luke chapter 19, which reveals how partnering with inaccurate beliefs about God's character will keep us from moving forward into the blessing he has for us through the work we do. Listen up to be set free!
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Are you looking for faith-led coaching and support as you launch and grow your private practice? In this episode, I share my heart behind my coaching business and a special offer to lock in FANTASTIC coaching rates for an entire year. Think about what a years' worth of professional guidance and mentorship with me could do for your private practice.
Let me coach you for one year! Only 3 spaces available at a rate of $1197! Sig...
Does it feel like nothing is happening in your practice? Do you struggle with feeling anxious and impatient when the phones aren't ringing an your email inbox is silent? You're not alone! In this episode, I share what I've learned about slow seasons during my 10 years in private practice as a Christian therapist, and I give you 5 tips for how to successfully navigate these slow seasons by waiting well.
Want to rank higher on Google and attract more of your ideal client? Check out this episode to learn how a monthly blog can do just that! I tell you why this works and what you need to include in order to successfully use blogging as a marketing tool.
Need a customized action plan to take your practice to the next level? Take advantage of my intro coaching offer for only $97! Schedule your faith-led private practice coaching se...
Afraid that your cash pay rate is too expensive, and that you won't be able to build a practice charging a fee that is both sustainable for you and affordable for your clients? What if I told you there were companies out there willing to pay you your FULL FEE to provide counseling to their employees? In today's episode, I am joined by Anna Wilcox and Hannah Knight. They are part of an organization called Barnhart Cares and are b...
Worried you'll never find clients who are willing and able to pay out of pocket for therapy? Feeling like your only option is to take insurance? Not so fast! In today's episode, I share 4 tips you may not have considered that will help fill your caseload with cash pay clients.
Optimize Your Practice for only $97 by scheduling a structured 60-minute coaching session with me. I'll assess the 6 pillars of a prosperous private prac...
If you want to start a private practice, but are feeling stuck and overwhelmed with the set up, then this episode is for you. I share the practical things you need to have in place before you start seeing your first clients.
Looking for mentorship or coaching in your career as a therapist? Take advantage of my $97 coaching special "Optimize your Practice." In this structured 60-minute coaching session, I'll walk you through an...
Do you have a desire to start a private practice? Wondering how you can integrate your Christian faith into the work you do as a therapist? I can relate! In this episode, I share my journey into the world of therapy and how I got started as a Christian therapist in private practice.
Looking for mentorship or coaching in your career as a therapist? Email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to schedule your 60-minute coaching session....
Unsure of what to say in a phone consultation? Want to increase the number of ideal clients on your caseload and weed out the ones that aren't a good fit with minimal effort? In this episode, I share how I conduct my initial phone calls so I get more bookings, fewer no shows, and more of my ideal clients.
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You started out highly motivated, and now you just want to throw in the towel! Are you feeling like a failure in your private practice? Wondering if it's worth it to keep going? Thinking maybe you made a mistake? Check with God before you quit. In this episode, I address some common thoughts and struggles that every private practice clinician has, and I provide you with practical wisdom and advice to help you break free from l...
If you're going to offer telehealth, make sure you are setting yourself and your clients up for success. In this episode, you'll learn what to include in your consent documents, what technology you'll need to use, and how to set up your space in a way that benefits your clients.
Kimberly recommends SimplePractice as an EHR and telehealth platform. Use this link to get a free trial and $200 in account credits: https://share.sim...
If you want a successful private practice, it's yours for the taking. If you struggle to believe this, you likely need some help recognizing mental blocks and shifting your mindset to align with what God has in store for you. In today's episode, I'll give you steps to identify what beliefs are holding you back and to view your business future from God's perspective.
Need help identifying restricting mindsets, developing a marke...
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