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  • 515. AI, Admin, and the Future of Private Practice w/ Uriah Guilford

    515. AI, Admin, and the Future of Private Practice w/ Uriah Guilford

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    I’m back with my friend and repeat guest Uriah Guilford of Productive Therapist to dive deep into the world of AI and its growing role in private practice. We covered a lot in this episode—from voice AI agents and CRM integrations to ethical concerns and training staff to use AI responsibly. Uriah shared what he’s excited about in tech, how he’s integrating AI across his businesses, and even some futuristic scenarios that could change the way we work as mental health professionals. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already AI-obsessed, there’s something in this conversation for everyone.

    Here’s a list of what we covered:

    • Recap of Uriah’s recent conference travel and list of private practice events
    • Differences between small and large-scale mental health events
    • AI’s top use cases: therapy, life organization, learning, and idea generation
    • Uriah’s current use of AI for:
      • Email and marketing copywriting
      • Business strategy and financial analysis
      • Image generation for branding
    • Exploration of voice AI agents for live phone answering and admin support
    • Limitations of existing EHRs and barriers to AI integration
    • AI chatbots for lead capture and client communication
    • Internal training strategies to help staff adopt AI tools
    • Concerns about using AI for clinical note writing and supervision of trainees
    • Accessibility vs. ethical risks of AI therapy bots
    • Insights from a Dartmouth clinical trial on AI therapy bots
    • Future predictions for AI in mental health practice
    • Vibe coding and custom AI programming for non-coders
    • Using AI for personal projects like branding, birthday cards, and school assignments

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!t. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Uriah Guilford

    Uriah Guilford is a licensed therapist and a group practice owner. He’s also the author of The Productive Practice book and the Head Nerd at Productive Therapist, a virtual assistant company that serves therapists in private practice. He’s a technology nerd, a minimalist travel packer and a rock drummer.

    Get in Touch & Resources:

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

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  • 514. What It Really Costs to Launch a Testing Practice (and How to Pay for It)

    514. What It Really Costs to Launch a Testing Practice (and How to Pay for It)

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    In this episode, I break down one of the most common and anxiety-inducing questions I hear: “How much does it actually cost to start a private testing practice?” I walk through the key categories of startup costs—legal setup, clinical readiness, and marketing/admin—and share detailed estimates based on real-world examples. I also highlight hidden or overlooked expenses that can sneak up on you. And if you don’t have $10K–$20K saved up? No problem. I share multiple funding strategies, including 0% APR credit cards, SBA loans, grants, peer lending, and bootstrapping. My goal is to give you clarity and confidence so you can move forward with a smart, grounded plan for launching your practice.

    Cool Things Mentioned
    Digital Scoring Platforms
    Low-Cost Website Platforms

    Squarespace: https://www.squarespace.com

    Wix: https://www.wix.com

    WordPress: https://wordpress.com

    DIY Logo & Branding Tools
    Grants for Entrepreneurs
    Small Business Loans & Credit Lines
    Peer-to-Peer Lending Platforms
    Secure Email & Fax Providers (for HIPAA compliance)

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!
    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 513. Streamlining Cognitive Testing with PAR’s Digital Record Form

    513. Streamlining Cognitive Testing with PAR’s Digital Record Form

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    In this episode of The Testing Psychologist, I had the pleasure of hosting a powerhouse group from PAR: Jenny Greene, Nikel Rogers-Wood, Cecil Randy Reynolds, and Randy Kamphaus. We dove deep into the development and features of PAR’s new Digital Record Form—a tool designed to streamline performance-based assessment administration, starting with the RIAS-2. We discussed how this innovation differs from previous digital options like Q-interactive, the team’s intentional focus on flexibility and simplicity, and how the digital record form reduces cognitive load while preserving the clinician-client relationship. We also explored the future of digital assessment, the potential role of AI, and how these tools can make our work more efficient without compromising clinical integrity. I’m really excited about this advancement and can’t wait to implement it in my own practice!

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Our Guests

    Dr. Cecil Reynolds
    Cecil R. Reynolds, PhD, ABPN, ABN, is professor emeritus of educational psychology and a distinguished research scholar at Texas A&M University.
    Dr. Reynolds is author or editor of more than 45 books and has published more than 300 scholarly works. He has also authored or co-authored more than a dozen tests including the Reynolds Intellectual Assessment Scales, Second Edition (RIAS-2); the Reynolds Adaptable Intelligence Test (RAIT); the Reynolds Interference Task (RIT); and the Test of General Reasoning Ability (TOGRA).
    Dr. Reynolds has been the recipient of numerous awards. Among these are the
    American Psychological Association’s (APA) Division of School Psychology Jack I. Bardon Award for a Lifetime of Distinguished Service, as well as the APA’s Nadine Murphy Lambert Award.

    Dr. Randy Kamphaus
    Randy Kamphaus, PhD, is the Senior Advisor for External Affairs at the Ballmer Institute
    at the University of Oregon.
    Dr. Kamphaus is the author or coauthor of more than 85 scientific journal articles, 50
    book chapters, and 10 books. He has also authored or coauthored several
    psychological and educational tests including the Reynolds Intellectual Assessment
    Scales, Second Edition (RIAS-2), the Reynolds Interference Task (RIT), and the
    Mathematics Fluency and Calculation Tests ( MFaCTs ).
    Dr. Kamphaus has received numerous awards throughout his career, including the
    Senior Scientist Award, Division of School Psychology, from the American Psychological
    Association (APA) and both the Lifetime Alumni Achievement Award and Russell H.
    Yeany Research Award from the University of Georgia.

    Nikel Rogers-Wood, PhD, LP
    PAR, Inc.
    Project Director
    Dr. Nikel Rogers-Wood has a PhD in counseling psychology and is a licensed
    psychologist with clinical interests that include women’s emotional health. She also has
    extensive experience in psychological assessment. Dr. Rogers-Wood has worked as a
    university faculty member, in private practice as a practitioner and clinical director, in
    skilled nursing facilities, and in college counseling where she was the coordinator of a
    postdoctoral training program. Dr. Rogers-Wood is a project director in the Research
    and Development department at PAR.

    Jenny Greene, PhD
    PAR, Inc.
    Digital Assessments Product Owner
    Jennifer Greene is the Digital Assessments Product Owner at Psychological
    Assessment Resources (PAR), a leading publisher of educational and psychological
    assessment tools. She holds a Ph.D. in Measurement and Evaluation from the
    University of South Florida and has over 10 years’ experience in test development. In
    her current role, Jennifer drives the strategic development of digital assessment
    products that delight psychologists and provide significant insights into the clients with
    whom they work.

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 512. Better Feedback for Parents w/ Dr. Liz Angoff

    512. Better Feedback for Parents w/ Dr. Liz Angoff

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    Dr. Liz Angoff returns to dive deeply into the art and structure of feedback sessions with parents. Dr. Liz emphasizes the insight that “feedback begins at intake,” sharing practical strategies for preparing families throughout the evaluation process to avoid surprises during feedback meetings. We discuss common pitfalls, such as withholding diagnostic impressions until the final session, and highlight the value of continuous communication to ensure parents leave empowered and confident. Dr. Liz offers concrete advice, from using visual aids and simplifying language to effectively navigating challenging conversations when parents disagree or resist diagnostic findings. Overall, we explore how practitioners can make feedback sessions more collaborative, therapeutic, and supportive for both children and families.

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!t. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Liz Angoff

    Liz Angoff, Ph.D., is a Licensed Educational Psychologist with a Diplomate in School Neuropsychology, providing assessment and consultation services to children and their families in the Bay Area, CA. She is the author of the Brain Building Books as well as a brand new book called Our Brains, created specifically for parents.
    More information about Dr. Liz and her work is available at www.ExplainingBrains.com.
    Get in Touch

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 511. Professional Wills w/ Dr. Robyn Miller

    511. Professional Wills w/ Dr. Robyn Miller

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    In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Robyn Miller to explore why every mental health practitioner needs a professional will. After experiencing the loss of her closest colleague and being thrust into managing her practice, Dr. Miller shares stories of clients who discovered their therapist’s death only after weeks of unanswered calls, and others who never learned what happened to years of their records. Through personal experience—including my own recent confrontation with mortality before heart surgery—we discuss practical steps for creating an effective professional will that ensures your clients receive compassionate care during an unexpected transition. 

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Robyn Miller

    Robyn Miller, Ph.D., Founder, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Bethesda, MD since 2002 and is also licensed by PsyPACT since 2021.

    Robyn practices from a psychodynamic and relational perspective and treats teens and adults. Robyn specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, eating issues, menopause concerns, and life transitions.

    Robyn received a BA in Child Study from Tufts University, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rochester. Robyn completed a predoctoral internship at Harvard Medical School/ Massachusetts Mental Health Center and a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University Health Services.

    Robyn has provided training, supervision, coverage, and Practice Executor consultation and services, has written on Professional Wills, and has appeared on podcasts to discuss this topic.


    Get in Touch

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 490. Google Reviews: Receiving, Responding, and Forgetting

    490. Google Reviews: Receiving, Responding, and Forgetting

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    Today, we’re tackling one of the trickiest aspects of running a psychological practice in the digital age—Google Reviews. Whether you love them or hate them, online reviews are a major factor in how potential clients perceive your practice. But as psychologists, we don’t have the same freedom as other businesses when it comes to managing them. We’ll dive deep into the ethical and legal concerns of online reviews, including the APA guidelines that prevent us from soliciting them. We’ll also discuss how to handle negative reviews without violating confidentiality, strategies for getting them removed when possible, and how to build a strong online presence that makes reviews less relevant in the first place. Here are some topics that we cover:

    • Why online reviews matter and how they impact potential clients’ decisions.
    • Whether you can (or should) ever ask for a review—and alternative reputation-building strategies.
    • The best ways to respond to negative reviews while staying ethical and professional.
    • How to optimize your Google Business Profile so that search results work in your favor.
    • What to do when you get a false or misleading review, and how to fight it.
    • Why focusing on referrals and SEO strategies may be your best long-term solution.”

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 480. Wraparound Risk Management w/ Dr. Karen Pavlidis and Fran Schopick, JD, MSW

    480. Wraparound Risk Management w/ Dr. Karen Pavlidis and Fran Schopick, JD, MSW

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    How many times have you run into an ethical or legal dilemma and wondered how to handle it? Or found yourself in a tricky situation and realized that it could have been largely avoided if your consent form was a little more clear or comprehensive? I think we’ve all been there, including my guests today. Dr. Karen Pavlidis and Fran Schopick, JD, MSW founded the Working Alliance to provide mental health practitioners with a comprehensive, personal model of risk management services. Today, we’re talking about…

    • The importance of a thorough, clear disclosure form
    • Making informed consent a process, not a document
    • How to navigate informed consent conversations in the intake
    • Benefits of the Working Alliance compared to other risk management options

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Karen Pavlidis

    Karen Pavlidis, PhD, is a psychologist with over twenty-five years of experience, licensed to practice in Washington State. She is the founder of Child and Teen Solutions (CATS) in Seattle, a group practice that offers both assessment and evaluations for children and teens. Karen also serves as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Washington’s Department of Psychology.

    About Fran Schopick, JD, MSW

    Fran Schopick, JD, MSW, is an attorney in Washington State with a unique background in psychiatric research and social work. Fran devotes most of her time representing mental health care providers facing Licensing Board complaints. She is a speaker on ethics and risk management, focusing on strategies for providers to avoid or navigate through Licensing Board investigations.

    Get in Touch

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 470. EHR’s for Testing Psychologists: Owl (Basics)

    470. EHR’s for Testing Psychologists: Owl (Basics)

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    Hey everyone! Given all the questions about EHR’s (electronic health records) in the Facebook Community and among my coaching clients, I wanted to take a few episodes to dive in to some of the major players in the EHR space. Each of these reviews will focus primarily on the testing-specific aspects of each EHR, though I’ll also do an overview of non-testing features that are important. 

    For the FULL review experience, check out the accompanying video on the Testing Psychologist YouTube channel. Enjoy!

    Owl Practice is the star EHR for today. It’s a relatively new EHR that’s getting a lot of great reviews. Here’s how my review broke down:

    Pros:

    • Free trial, no credit card required, with customer support
    • Daily email series to onboard, plus a dedicated practice setup consultant
    • Set your availability and services/fees right up front during onboarding
    • Competitive pricing
    • Inclusive language
    • Waitlist feature built in

    Cons:

    • Language: “therapist”
    • Calendar and other screens take more time to load than I’d like
    • Can’t customize reminders based on appointment type
    • Note customization is clunky
    • Couldn’t figure out how to bill add-on codes or additional units

    Takeaway: assuming that you can bill for add-on codes and multiple units easily, I would certainly consider Owl as an EHR. There are some nitpicky problems, but it’s a viable solution with a great price point.

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

    [x_button shape=”square” size=”large” float=”none” href=”https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13476033&appointmentType=2843005″ target=”blank” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover”]Schedule Your Call[/x_button]

  • 468. Intensive Outpatient Treatment Models w/ Katelyn Reed, MS

    468. Intensive Outpatient Treatment Models w/ Katelyn Reed, MS

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    Katelyn Reed from Thriving Minds, a group practice in Michigan, is here to talk with me about their intensive treatment model for a variety of anxiety-related disorders like selective mutism and school refusal. While not directly assessment-focused, the episode is great for those of us with multiple service lines in our practice and for anyone working with kids who might benefit from an intensive approach. These are a few areas that we dive into:

    • Research support for intensive treatment vs. extended treatment
    • Screening and preparing clients and families for this model
    • Billing for this approach to treatment
    • Marketing and referrals for intensive treatment

    Cool Things Mentioned

    Featured Resources

    I am honored to partner with two AMAZING companies to help improve your testing practice!

    PAR is a long time supporter of the Testing Psychologist podcast, and I will continue to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com.

    TherapyNotes is the leading EHR system for mental health practitioners. I’ve used TherapyNotes for over 10 years, and it just keeps getting better. Use this link and the promo code “testing” to get two free months and try it for yourself! www.therapynotes.com/testing

    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

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    About Katelyn Reed, MS

    Katelyn Reed, M.S. is a Limited Licensed Psychologist and the Selective Mutism Program Director at Thriving Minds Family Services, located in Michigan. Through her work at Thriving Minds, Katelyn specializes in treating children with Selective Mutism via traditional weekly therapy, intensive therapy (i.e., 15-20 hours of treatment in one week), and group therapy models. Katelyn is the current President of the Selective Mutism Association and co-author to the recent book, Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide for Therapists, Educators, and Parents: Revised and Updated Edition.

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    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

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  • 467. Beyond “Culture” w/ Dr. Tara Vossenkemper

    467. Beyond “Culture” w/ Dr. Tara Vossenkemper

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    “Culture” is such an important part of running a business, but the word itself is also getting a little overplayed and has almost become a cliche at this point. That’s why I’m so grateful to have Dr. Tara Vossenkemper here to dig deep into the idea of culture – what it is, how we define it in a mental health practice, how we create it, and how we nurture it. Whether you’re running a small practice or a larger one, there’s a ton of good info to take from this episode!

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    The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s!

    I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health!

    About Dr. Tara Vossenkemper

    Dr. Tara Vossenkemper is a consultant and practice owner who helps group practices thrive. She brings 10 years of experience and a refreshingly direct approach to tackling challenges like toxic hires and team burnout. Dr. Vossenkemper empowers leaders to build people-first businesses with strong cultures that prioritize both well-being and success.

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    About Dr. Jeremy Sharp

    I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents.

    As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids.

    Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call!

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