A colleague asked about hiring an LMSW, and I offer some thoughts about it. From the administrative 'kabuki' of payment flows to the choice between 1099s and W-2s, here is at least the start of an overview of what's involved in bringing someone on.
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Most therapists approach referrals with mystical thinking, hoping clinical excellence somehow generates business. I've learned to think systematically about the practical mechanisms: throw lots of spaghetti at the wall, focus on wholesale rather than retail channels, and use authentic self-representation as both attraction and filter.
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You're already doing lots of networking, but probably don't even notice it.
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Using AI to improve my time-keeping experience, or, an argument against those who say AI has no place to play in psychoanalysis.
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When I get a referral, I handle it quickly. I almost NEVER make anyone wait more than 24 hours. Usually, I get back much more quickly than that.
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Making referrals is the best way to get referrals.
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We all need constant supervision. It provides clinical insight, emotional support, ethical safeguarding, and networking benefits.
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Comprehensive, practical advice on generating patient referrals and handling them effectively.
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It's hard to find a therapist!
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Are you a therapist? Great! Are you in therapy? No?!? And you call yourself a therapist?!? Seriously: we all should be in treatment.