The first page of a sort of virtual "book" called "How to be a therapist - a guide for thoughtful clinicians."
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Begin by taking a good look at yourself.
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I have an unusual preference, when it comes to payment by my patients: I prefer to be paid a flat fee, monthly, regardless of how many sessions take place.
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I don't like informed consent forms.
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My cancellation policy is simple: regardless of whether we meet or not, my patients pay for every scheduled session.
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The path to finding my voice has been long, and circuitous. But I think, maybe, I've finally got a plan.
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Early on, I was trying to find my voice. The voice I found was purple, flowery, dramatic.
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I don't wear a mask in session.
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I don't have a lot of delinquency, and don't struggle much to collect what I'm owed. I'm lucky that way.
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I raise fees regularly. Except when I don't.