Britney Turner, MS, LPC.
1. What's your practice focus and what kind of clients knock on your door ?
I consider myself a humanistic therapist and I use client-centered therapy, which is what attracts my clients to me. I believe in empowering my clients by helping them recognize and unlock their strengths and capabilities. I work with both adolescents and adults that suffer from different mental health issues such as depression or anxiety.
2. Tell us about yourself.
When I first became a therapist, I worked with clients who suffered from addiction. This helped shape the type of therapist I am today and gave me the foundation I needed. In September 2021, I decided to branch off on my own and start my private practice. It was a huge step, but I did it! Being in private practice has been fulfilling and rewarding and having self-autonomy is refreshing. Knowing that I am helping and supporting others to reach their goals motivates me daily.
3. Tell us the story of a patient who you are most proud of helping.
About a year ago, a client who I had just started seeing, was struggling with depression and it had gotten so bad that they were contemplating harming themselves. They had reached out to me around 11 PM and I just happened to be up and see the text. I immediately called them, and we talked for an hour. During that talk, I encouraged them to see a psychiatrist, which they did. With both medication and therapy, they have been able to overcome their depression and they are flourishing now.
4. What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a practitioner in private practice?
The hardest thing for me was having to figure out the business side of having a private practice. Yes, I love the actual therapy part and seeing clients, but had no idea how that was just part of having a private practice. With the help of other therapists, reading articles, and watching tons of YouTube videos I was able to get my practice up and running!
5. What are the top 3 tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a private practice today?\
While starting and running a private practice may seem daunting, just know it is possible and rewarding.
- Do your research on what products will be more efficient for your practice. For instance, I researched and did free trials for EHRs before I settled on one.
- Connect and network with other professionals. A doctor’s office gives patients my business card when they report mental health issues.
- Get group credentialed on free platforms to help build your practice and do your billing.