What Is an NPI Number? A Complete Guide for Therapists in 2026
If you’re launching a private practice, joining a group practice, or transitioning to insurance-based billing, one of the very first administrative steps you’ll encounter is getting your NPI number. It’s free, it’s required by federal law, and without it, you literally cannot submit a single insurance claim. This guide, written by Jason Roy and reviewed […]
How to Start a Private Practice as a Therapist in New York in 2026
Starting a private therapy practice in New York is one of the most rewarding — and most bureaucratically complex — career moves a licensed clinician can make. Between the PLLC formation requirements, the state’s unique publication mandate for LLCs, NYSED licensing verification, NPI registration, CAQH profile setup, and the labyrinth of insurance credentialing, the average […]
Alma vs. Headway 2026: The Payout Rate Truth for Therapists
For independent therapists in 2026, the choice between Alma, Headway, and Grow Therapy isn’t just a matter of preference—it’s a critical business decision that determines your net income. As the private practice landscape becomes increasingly dominated by these credentialing aggregators, the most pressing question clinicians ask is: “Who actually pays more?” In this deep dive, […]