These are unusual times. Arguably, there has been no greater time in history when mental health care has been more important than it is today, yet some practices are seeing a decline – or in some cases a complete halt…
Odd DogApril 9, 2020
Partnering with Valant EHR to increase market share and profits while meeting the challenges of Integrated Care, Outcomes Measures, and Value-Based Contracts Over the past dozen years, we have seen a significant shift in the role of behavioral healthcare. Once…
Heidi AmrineDecember 20, 2019
SEATTLE, WA – Valant Medical Solutions, Inc. (“Valant”), a leading provider of behavioral health software for private practices, is pleased to announce a financial partnership with Gemspring, a middle-market private equity firm. Valant is a leading provider of electronic health…
Odd DogApril 12, 2019
Key considerations for growing behavioral health practices As private behavioral health practices grow over time, they will eventually find themselves evaluating more robust technology solutions that can support their expanding case volumes. One of the most daunting aspects of taking…
Heidi AmrineMarch 13, 2019
5 Tips for Creating the Best Business Cards for Your Private Behavioral Health Practice Although modern technology has changed and enhanced the many ways in which we conduct business, some things have remained the same. For example, nothing else can…
Heidi AmrineFebruary 26, 2019
Essential strategies for creating work-life balance as a therapist Therapists are in the business of compassion. Many are naturally inclined toward high sensitivity to others, even outside the context of work. Overextending one’s sympathy can contribute to burnout or compassion…
Heidi AmrineFebruary 12, 2019
Is it Winter Blues or Time to See a Professional? The middle of winter can be a trying time. It’s common to experience some strange emotional dynamics on account of the shorter solar cycle, particularly for people that work full-time…
Heidi AmrineJanuary 23, 2019
Five Organizations Worth Your Attention The behavioral health industry continues to make strides thanks in no small part to the many organizations and professionals that work within it. Progress is the result of dedication to care, research, and advocacy, demonstrated…
Heidi AmrineDecember 21, 2018
Characteristics, Similarities, and Unique Diagnostic Challenges Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by an ongoing pattern of varying moods, self-image, and behavior. While these symptoms usually result in impulsive behavior and difficulty maintaining personal relationships with others, they also, in…
Heidi AmrineNovember 19, 2018
