The Prosperous Christian Therapist | Private Practice, Christian Business, Marketing for Therapists, Spiritual Growth
Do you want a successful private practice but you're unsure how to get there? 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 right?
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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Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
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 with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next coaching group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
Monday Jun 29, 2026
Monday Jun 29, 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 for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next coaching group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
Monday Jun 22, 2026
Monday Jun 22, 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 with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next coaching group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
Monday Jun 15, 2026
Monday Jun 15, 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 Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next coaching group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
Monday Jun 08, 2026
Monday Jun 08, 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 clarity session with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next mentoring group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
Monday Jun 01, 2026
Monday Jun 01, 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?
Schedule a 45-min clarity session with Kimberly here: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next mentoring group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
www.kimberlyvanhooser.com
Monday May 25, 2026
Monday May 25, 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 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 to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next mentoring group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
www.kimberlyvanhooser.com
Monday May 18, 2026
Monday May 18, 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: https://calendly.com/kimberly-kimberlyvanhooser
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next mentoring group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
www.kimberlyvanhooser.com
Monday May 11, 2026
Monday May 11, 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 newsletter and be the first to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next mentoring group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.
Monday May 04, 2026
Monday May 04, 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 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 to know about my special offers! You'll also get a link to my latest podcast and faith-led weekly encouragement.
Join my free Facebook community to connect with other Christians who want to start or grow their private practice.
Interested in joining my next mentoring group? Email me at kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com to be added to my waitlist until enrollment opens.