Kimberly Vanhooser - Business Coach, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Private Practice Therapist, Therapy Mentor

The Prosperous Christian Therapist | Private Practice, Christian Business, Marketing for Therapists, Spiritual Growth

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Are you a Christian mental health professional who desires a fulfilling counseling career that positively impacts others and aligns with your God-given purpose? Do you dream of starting your own private practice but don’t know where to begin? Are you searching for direction in how to operate as a clinician in today’s culture in a way that aligns with your faith? In this podcast, you will find practical steps, strategies, and solutions that will help you create a flourishing therapy practice that aligns with both your dreams and your values. It is my mission to empower Christian therapists and...

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Kimberly Vanhooser - Business Coach, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Private Practice Therapist, Therapy Mentor

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Business

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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67. Pray and don't give up: Private practice lessons from Nehemiah 06.07.2026

Building a private practice is no small feat.  Today, I share how the book of Nehemiah gave me fresh, Biblical insight on how to be a successful, God-partnered private practice owner, full of hope and determination.  So listen in, and ask God to speak to you through this episode. Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min 1:1 coaching session...

66. Three ways to improve your clinical outcomes with clients 29.06.2026

One of the best ways to get more clients and retain clients is by making sure you're offering high quality therapy.  In today's episode, I share three ways to improve your clinical outcomes with clients.     Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min clarity session with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser Sign up f...

65. How to take a vacation as a private practice therapist 22.06.2026

Wondering how you can actually take a vacation where you can have a break, but you're not constantly worried about your clients in your absence?  In today's episode, I share the steps you need to take in order to take a successful vacation while your clients are still supported.   Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min clarity session wit...

64. How to start and end your day as a Christian therapist 15.06.2026

Do you find yourself starting your day with a sense of peace, or are you feeling stressed, anxious, and burnt out? In today's episode I share my best practices for how to start and end my day so that I feel more grounded, focused on God, and see more success in my business. Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min clarity session with Kimbe...

63. A healthy approach to referrals 08.06.2026

Feeling frustrated or impatient with the number of referrals you're receiving?  In today's episode, I share 4 tips in how you can have a healthy mindset when it comes to giving and receiving referrals.    Last chance! Join me for Summer Connection and Consultation starting June 10th!   Learn more! Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min cl...

62. What to do when clients ask personal questions 01.06.2026

Have you ever felt stuck in knowing how to respond when a client asks you a personal question?  In today's episode, I share about how to handle self disclosure in a way that protects your boundaries without harming your client.    Join me for Summer Connection and Consultation starting June 10th!   Learn more! Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedul...

61. Four steps to help you break free from money guilt 25.05.2026

If you find yourself feeling guilty for enforcing your cancelation policy, increasing your rates, or charging a decent rate, this one's for you!  I give you 4 steps to help you address your money guilt, set healthy boundaries, while still demonstrating care towards your clients.  Join me for Summer Connection and Consultation starting June 10th!   Learn more! Need some guidance, mentoring, or clar...

60. Why, when, and how to raise your fee in private practice 18.05.2026

Do you have a good system in place for how and when to raise your fee for new and existing clients?  In today's episode, I share what I do and give you some specific, actionable steps to take so you are setting a rate that works for you and respects your clients.   Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min clarity session with Kimberly here:...

59. How to reduce anxiety in your clinical work 11.05.2026

Do you find yourself often feeling anxious about the work you do with clients?  Me too!  Listen in to hear my strategies for how to feel more confident and more at peace in my sessions.  Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min clarity session with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser Sign up for my weekly newslett...

58. Resist the hustle: How to build a private practice that lasts 04.05.2026

Finding yourself striving and desperately seeking results in your practice?  As faith-led clinicians, our business will yield fruit when we focus on abiding in the soil.  In this episode, I dive into what needs to happen during the early stages of your private practice so that it will produce fruit and be sustainable for years to come!    Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do nex...

57. Three reasons why private practice fails and how you can set yourself up for success 27.04.2026

Today, I'm sharing three reasons why I see clinicians don't succeed at building the private practice they desire.  Listen in, so you can set yourself up for success! Need some guidance, mentoring, or clarity in what to do next in your practice?   Schedule a 45-min clarity session with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first t...

56. Get easy referrals online without using social media 20.04.2026

Want easy online referrals without having to rely on social media?  In today's episode, I share the best strategies that will make you findable online with little to no effort on your end, once you've got them in place! Learn how to optimize your SEO with this free workshop with digital marketing expert Dena Farash.  Access it here! Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Pr...

55. Praying for your practice: 5 powerful strategies for the Christian private practice owner 13.04.2026

Want to see more breakthrough in your practice? Prayer is the Christian business owner's biggest strategy.  In today's episode, I share 5 prayers to pray over your business and the work you do with clients.   Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Register here: https://us06web.zoom....

54. Smart scheduling for private practice clinicians 06.04.2026

Wondering the best approach to scheduling clients?  What do you do if they only can come in every other week?  Should you require they commit to a regular weekly timeslot?  In this episode, I share my scheduling tips that take your client's needs and your needs into account.   Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at...

53. Three faith-based interventions to use with clients 30.03.2026

Looking for more ways to incorporate faith into your therapy practice? In this episode, I share three faith-based interventions to use with your Christian clients.    Sign up for my upcoming free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KBMfX9paSWGB...

52. Your supernatural advantage as a Christian business owner 23.03.2026

Are you trying to build your practice in your own strength?  As Christians, we have a supernatural advantage that the world doesn't have.  In this episode, I share the amazing benefit of partnering with God in private practice.   🚨 Join my flagship group coaching program launching on March 30th!  Learn the details and get registered here  at an amazing rate for founding members! Email kimberly@ki...

51. Four ways to boost visibility so your clients can find you 16.03.2026

Wanting or needing more clients?  There might be nothing wrong with your messaging, but are you finding ways to be consistently visible to clients?  In today's episode, I share strategies to boost your visibility so your ideal client can find you.  🚨 Join my flagship group coaching program launching on March 30th!  Learn the details and get registered here  at an amazing rate for founding members...

50. Are you accidentally scaring away clients? Three professional habits to check 09.03.2026

These are the top three recurring things I hear when people are describing why they had a bad experience with a therapist.  The good news is, they're simple and easy to fix!  In today's episode, I share how punctuality, frequently rescheduling, and improperly using self disclosure can create a bad impression with clients.   Need a website that works? Join the upcoming free webinar on March 11 with...

Join my flagship coaching program Practice with Purpose! 04.03.2026

Are you ready to build the private practice God has placed on your heart?  Join Practice with Purpose!  Launching March 30th, I'll walk you through the foundations needed for a thriving private practice in this 8-week group coaching program.  Sign up by this Saturday, March 8th to receive a special early bird discount !  Don't wait!    Email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com with inquiries.  I hope t...

49. Private Pay over Insurance: Why I've chosen a private pay practice 02.03.2026

Wondering whether or not you should accept insurance or go the route of private pay?  Today, I share why I've chosen to build a private pay practice and help you think about what is the best path for you right now.    🚨 Enrollment is Open: Practice with Purpose 🚨 Join my flagship group coaching program launching on March 30th!  Learn the details and get registered here .  Early bird pricing ends...

48. Mindsets that will keep you broke: part 3 23.02.2026

Are you living in fear that you'll never have enough money, or if you have enough now, that you won't in the future?  In this 3rd episode of the series, I help you identify poverty mindset and realign your thinking with God's perspective.  Need a website that works? Join the upcoming free webinar on March 11 with digital marketing expert Dena Farash on March 11th.  Use this link to register (atten...

47. Mindsets that will keep you broke: part 2 16.02.2026

Do you have a healthy view of money that aligns with God's perspective?  In today's episode, I talk about a second money mindset that will keep you from flourishing in your practice.   Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before?  Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly   Become one of my Insiders and stay connect...

46. Mindsets that will keep you broke: Part 1 09.02.2026

Do you carry mindsets towards money that are keeping you broke?  Money mindsets are complicated!  In part 1 of this series, I share my insights on what mindsets contribute to a healthy relationship with money, which is foundational in having a successful, Christ-aligned business.   Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before?  Schedule your 1:1 coaching c...

45. Why God calls us to surrender: a foundational skill for Christian business owners 02.02.2026

Is God calling you to surrender something?  Is it difficult for you to understand why or to trust Him with your surrender?  In this episode, I share 4 reasons I believe God calls us to surrender and why learning to do so will only serve to benefit us as believers and business owners.   Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before?  Schedule your 1:1 coachi...

44. Need help with your website? Guest interview with Dena Farash, digital marketing expert for Christian therapists 26.01.2026

Feeling overwhelmed and frustrated when it comes to creating a website?  Listen to my conversation with Dena Farash, founder of Dena Does Digital.  Dena specializes in helping therapists build a website that will make a heart connection with their ideal client.  As a believer, Dena loves helping Christian therapists who want to create a website that demonstrates how faith can be integrated in ther...

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