Sometimes, as practice owners, it can be hard to know when it’s time to pause and pray, and when it’s time to take action. Both are essential, but each has its season, and learning to discern the difference is part of stewarding our practices well.

Recognizing which step is right for you in this moment is key. Let’s explore how to discern that together.

I have come to a deeper realization that faith is not something we say as much as it is something we do. I am changing my hiring structure and redefining my practice values. Instead of hiring those who say they have faith integration or are open to a Christian practice, I am looking for those who live out the values. These values are grounded in who we are, which is Christians sharing Christ with a hurting world.

As clinicians grow, develop new skills, and continue their education, their value increases. Their sessions become more informed, their interventions more effective, and their impact more lasting. And yet, many therapists hesitate to raise their rates—even when their level of skill and service has significantly grown.

You were trained to be a therapist, not a CEO. The Wise Practice Masterminds were created to help faith-based practice owners like you build your practice with clarity, confidence, and Christ at the center.

Hosting a counselor training is more than a marketing tool—it’s community building. Counselors leave feeling equipped, seen, and supported. When you host these trainings, your practice builds meaningful partnerships that naturally lead to student referrals.

Therapists want to believe they are always giving. We often like to see ourselves as the helpers in this world who are kind, good listeners, and always ready to save the day.

However, there’s a subtle danger that comes along with that: serving can start to feed the ego instead of the client.

As Christian practice owners, we often pour into others without remembering that we need pouring into as well. We try to be everything for everyone, forgetting that only God carries that role. And when we pretend to be stronger than we are, we cut ourselves off from the help and healing we actually need.

I used to feel guilty for waking up early with the urge to work. I’d lie in bed, torn—telling myself it must be anxiety or burnout driving me.

Maybe you’ve felt this too—that tug in the early hours when the world is still asleep.

What if God is the one waking us?

What if these quiet, early hours are a gift—not something to resist?

What if He’s giving us space to think, dream, and create… with Him?

Running a private practice is tough. Learn how faith, prayer, and God’s perfect timing sustain Christian therapists in hard seasons.

As leaders, we are often our own worst critics. We measure ourselves against impossible standards, compare ourselves to peers, and analyze every decision through a lens of perfectionism. This mindset is exhausting—and unsustainable.

But God doesn’t expect us to be perfect. He calls us to be faithful.

If you’re a faith-based therapist or group practice owner who feels like you’re carrying a lot right now, keep reading. This gathering might be what your spirit—and your strategy—desperately needs.

Branding your practice as Christian is deeply personal—and also deeply strategic. It affects your marketing, your messaging, your client base, and sometimes even your legal considerations. But more than that, it shapes the spiritual identity of your business.

There are many reasons a therapist may need to decrease their caseload, and I want to normalize that. Not only is it okay to reduce your client hours, but it’s often the wisest and most faithful next step in your journey.

Many faith-based therapists are quietly carrying guilt and shame around money—and it’s hurting not only their income, but their well-being, their confidence, and their long-term ability to serve.

Let’s talk about why this guilt exists… and why it’s time to heal from it.

There’s something powerful that happens when we take a leap of faith. Many of us are called to start a faith-based practice or move forward in a new direction in our business. But, are you trusting the voice of God and being obedient?

The economy is shifting, caseloads are dipping, and uncertainty can bring on anxiety. When that happens, I often see practice owners start to panic—making quick decisions, cutting everything, pulling back. And while yes, it’s wise to assess your finances and cut what’s truly not helping, making drastic changes can actually set you back.

So today, I just want to bring you some encouragement and remind you of a few key things...

The economy is shifting, caseloads are dipping, and uncertainty can bring on anxiety. When that happens, I often see practice owners start to panic—making quick decisions, cutting everything, pulling back. And while yes, it’s wise to assess your finances and cut what’s truly not helping, making drastic changes can actually set you back.

So today, I just want to bring you some encouragement and remind you of a few key things...

Losing a therapist affects not only the bottom line but also the overall morale and stability of the practice. When a clinician leaves, there are disruptions in client care, increased workload for remaining staff, and added costs associated with recruiting and onboarding a replacement.

While some contracts may include non-compete clauses or restrictions on taking clients, there will always be a financial impact when an employee departs. However, a strong retention strategy can mitigate these risks and foster a thriving, committed team.

Let’s talk about waitlists. With the volume of those in need of counseling increasing, it is more likely than not that you’ll run into this issue as you build your practice.

The surge in the demand for mental health services has seemingly collided with the problem of having too many people and not enough room.

However, there’s controversy about waitlists...

As a practice owner, it’s rewarding to see the results from all the hard work you put in throughout the year. That’s why I want to share my favorite management software with you. They have completely changed the way I run my practice.