141. Navigating Awkward Money Conversations With Therapy Clients w/ Mor Goldberger

Private Practice Elevation with Daniel Fava

Today, we're diving into the topic of awkward money moments in running a therapy practice.

Join me as we explore the challenges therapists face when discussing fees, insurance, and rate increases with clients.

We'll uncover strategies to navigate these conversations with confidence and compassion.

To help us do that, we’ll be talking with Mor Goldberger. By day Mor leads Therapist Experience and Growth for Mentaya and by night she works as a couples therapist.

Introduction: The Uncomfortable Reality of Money in Therapy

As a therapist, discussing money with clients can be an uncomfortable and challenging task. Many therapists find themselves ill-equipped to handle these conversations, as there is often a lack of business training in the field of therapy.

This can lead to feelings of discomfort and uncertainty when it comes to setting fees, discussing insurance, and addressing rate increases.

In this episode, we will delve into the world of awkward money moments in therapy. We will explore the experiences of therapists and the strategies they employ to navigate these conversations effectively.

Through the help of our guest, Mor Goldberger, we will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding money in therapy and discover practical tips to handle these situations with confidence.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why therapists often struggle with discussing money with clients

• How to maintain your boundaries around money so that you avoid getting into awkward conversations that display a lack of confidence

• Tips for discussing sliding scale fees with prospective clients

• Scripts to use when letting your clients know that you’re no longer accepting insurance

• Things you can do for framing conversations about raising rates

• Tips for sounding confident during consultations such as breathing and slowing down your pace of speaking

• Why being willing to refer poor-fit potential clients shows a high level of care

• Try Mentaya for free with promo code: PPE

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Mentaya.com (Try Mentaya for free with promo code: PPE)

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