The Prosperous Christian Therapist | Private Practice, Christian Business, Marketing for Therapists, Spiritual Growth
Do you lack knowledge about how to start your own practice? Are you tired of constantly wondering if you’ll have enough sessions this week to cover your bills? Are you afraid of offering Christian counseling because you’re unsure how to do it legally and ethically? Do you fear that if you start your own practice that it won’t be successful? In this podcast, you will find practical steps, strategies, and solutions that will help you create a sustainable therapy practice that aligns with your values and your God-given dreams. It is my mission to empower Christian therapists and counselors to make a positive impact on the world through the development of strong business skills and clinical excellence, while growing in intimacy with God. If you are ready to leave behind uncertainty, escape burnout, and feel more confident in your ability to run a successful business that aligns with God’s heart and your desire to make a difference, this is the place for you. Hi, I’m Kimberly. I’m a Jesus-lover, business coach for mental health professionals, and private practice owner. Upon graduating with my MA in Clinical Psychology in 2012, I set out to positively impact the world for Christ through my work as a therapist. As a single, 24-year-old living in Los Angeles with over six figures of student loan debt, I struggled to find a job that spoke to my passion for Christian counseling, paid the bills, and did not result in quick burnout. However, I lacked knowledge of basic business skills and grappled internally with how to navigate working in a culture that often conflicted with my Christian faith. I wondered how I could provide Christian counseling in a way that was legal and ethical while aligning my clients with the truth. In 2015, I started building my private practice from scratch. Several times I nearly closed its doors, ready to settle for the consistent paycheck that came from the schools and agencies I was working for, despite being underpaid, overworked, and seeing clients that were not a great fit for me. Yet every time that I nearly quit, the Lord somehow made it very clear that his heart was for me to run my own business. I often struggled with feeling selfish for not wanting to work on weekends or evenings, feeling greedy for charging a decent hourly rate and feeling incompetent to counsel my clients through the many issues and concerns that they brought to me. I struggled with feeling weak for not enjoying seeing more than 4-5 clients a day. I finally realized that it was possible to have a practice that suited my needs and also served the needs of my clients. I finally realized that running my own business allows me to implement standards of excellence that allow clients to have a good experience with therapy. I finally realized that God not only cares about the clients that I wanted to help, but also cares significantly about me, my own wellbeing, and how I experience my life. If you are ready to make a greater impact on your clients while also being able to enjoy a career that meets your financial needs, doesn’t drain your emotional capacity, and aligns with your God-given purpose, then you are in the right place! So put on your cozy sweater, grab your mug of coffee, and let’s dive in!
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6 days ago
6 days ago
Are you taking advantage of all the financial benefits of being a business owner? In this episode, I raise awareness of three tax deductions for private practice owners that can save you a lot of money come tax season! God calls us to be good stewards of our resources, and making the most of tax write-offs is a way to walk in that calling and experience added blessings.
Check out Simple Profit for free resources and affordable guidance from a tax professional who specializes in working with private practice therapists! www.simpleprofit.com
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Contact me for Prosperous Practice 1:1 Coaching sessions: kimberly@claritychristian.com
Join other Christian therapists in my free facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Cegj56x3T/
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Do you struggle with social anxiety or a fear of public speaking? Do you wonder how you can expand your referral network if being around large groups of people is draining or stressful for you? You're not alone. In this episode, I share three strategies that do not require you to do public speaking, show up in a large group, or interact with large groups of strangers.
Join my free facebook community "Start and Grow Your Private Practice as a Christian Therapist" to connect with other Christian clinicians and gain access to free tips and coaching.
Become a Prosperous Christian Therapist Insider here by joining my email list: https://clarity-christian-counseling.kit.com/93164f95ac
Contact me for Prosperous Practice 1:1 Coaching sessions: kimberly@claritychristian.com
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Have you been battling resistance in your private practice? Are you struggling with low motivation, ruminating thoughts regarding your ability to succeed, or overwhelming anxiety that leaves you paralyzed and unable to move forward? It’s possible that you are experiencing spiritual attack. One thing I’ve learned as a faith-led clinician is that Satan doesn’t like me or the work that I’m doing. That’s a good thing, but it means he’s going to try to stop me. The more effective we become as believers working in the field of mental health, the more of a threat we are to the enemy. We need to be aware of spiritual attack in our practice so we can be on guard against it.
In this episode, I’ll teach you how to recognize spiritual attack and how you can respond effectively so you can outsmart the enemy and move forward as an empowered warrior for the Kingdom of God.
Become a Prosperous Christian Therapist Insider here: https://clarity-christian-counseling.kit.com/93164f95ac
Join my facebook group: Start and Grow Your Private Practice as a Christian Therapist
Interested in Prosperous Practice 1:1 Coaching so you can successfully launch your God-centered practice? Contact me at kimberly@claritychristian.com
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Are you wanting to network with churches but not sure how to begin? In this episode, I teach you my most effective method for reaching out to churches in order to build connections that lead to viable referrals.
Use this script as a template for sending an email to a ministry leader inviting them to meet with you to learn about your counseling practice:
Hi ________________,
My name is _________. I’m a Christian therapist who recently started a practice in the area (or I have a Christian counseling practice located at…), and I’m looking to connect with local churches in order to learn how I can be a resource to those who might be in need of therapy.
I specialize in working with ____________ (describe your ideal client), and I love integrating faith into the process of therapy when given the opportunity.
I would love the chance to meet with you in person or via zoom to get to know you and share more about the work I do with ___________. You can also learn more about my practice here: (website or profile link)
Please let me know if you are interested and when you might be available.
I look forward to connecting with you,
Your Name and credentials
Interested in consulting with me about your practice? I can advise you on marketing, what steps to take to effectively launch your practice, how to run a counseling practice as a Christian therapist, and much more! Email me at kkruse.mft@gmail.com
Join my free facebook community "Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist" https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D7MvTksU5/
Grab a copy of Kimberly's Amazon bestseller, Peace Made Possible, here: Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety: Kruse, Kimberly Joy: 9781966395713: Amazon.com: Books
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Do you need more clients, but your not receiving a steady stream of referrals? Are you unsure about how to market or what marketing strategies are actually yielding results? In this episode, I highly three reasons why your marketing might not be working for you.
Interested in 1:1 consulting? Send me an email at kkruse.mft@gmail.com.
Join my free facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16J8yW5oCp/
Check out my best selling book "Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety" at Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety: Kruse, Kimberly Joy: 9781966395713: Amazon.com: Books
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025
In this episode, I unpack 5 steps to take to get unstuck in your business. This episode is sure to help you identify what's holding you back and find clear action steps to start moving forward again in a way that aligns with your heart and God's heart for your business.
Be sure to like, follow and leave a review of my show! Have questions or feedback? Send me an email at kkruse.mft@gmail.com.
Join my free facebook community The Prosperous Christian Therapist https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15LJU47gZa/
Grab a copy of Kimberly's Amazon bestseller, Peace Made Possible, here: Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety: Kruse, Kimberly Joy: 9781966395713: Amazon.com: Books
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Special guest Tracy Nielsen is a therapist in Liberty Lake, Washington. She is awaiting licensure and about to start her private practice. In today's episode, Tracy shares about her process as she prepares to launch her private practice, the difficulty of waiting, and the fears and "what if's" that often cross our minds as therapists in our own business.
If you would like to connect with Tracy, visit her website www.tracynielsen.com.
Join Kimberly's free facebook community "The Prosperous Christian Therapist" here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15bfDL1nHA/
Grab a copy of Kimberly's Amazon bestseller, Peace Made Possible, here: Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety: Kruse, Kimberly Joy: 9781966395713: Amazon.com: Books
Have questions or feedback? Email Kimberly at kkruse.mft@gmail.com
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Many Christian therapists feel unequipped by their education to know how to work from a faith-led perspective in the field of mental health. In this episode, Kimberly Vanhooser shares important pieces to consider, if you want to offer Christian counseling.
Contact Kimberly or submit a question for her to answer on an upcoming podcast by email: kimberly@claritychristian.com
Join Kimberly's free facebook community: The Prosperous Christian Therapist: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xpg4uC77/
Get her best selling book on Amazon "Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety" here: Peace Made Possible: A Christian Therapist's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety: Kruse, Kimberly Joy: 9781966395713: Amazon.com: Books
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
Are you taking the time to connect with God about your work as a therapist, or are you more focused on getting the work done? In this episode, Kimberly reflects on Proverbs 3:5-6. When we take time to acknowledge God in everything, including our careers, he will make our paths straight!
Need help growing your private practice that is aligns with your God-given purpose? Contact Kimberly at kkruse.mft@gmail.com for coaching and mentoring. Join The Prosperous Christian Therapist Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16CCwGrrpZ/
Have a question that you'd like Kimberly to answer in an upcoming podcast? Submit them to kkruse.mft@gmail.com.
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Hey Christian Therapist! Have you created clear financial policies for your private practice? Have you wondered when to discuss your fee with clients, developed a straightforward no show or late cancelation policy, or thought about if you should offer a sliding scale? In this episode, Kimberly Vanhooser will give an overview of important factors to consider when it comes to money-related issues as you develop your business.
Do you have a question that you want Kimberly to answer in her next episode? Email her at kkruse.mft@gmail.com or join The Prosperous Christian Therapist facebook group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BVyXXoW9D/ to submit your question.