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!
Episodes
Jun 8, 2026
Jun 8, 2026
14 min
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.
Jun 1, 2026
Jun 1, 2026
14 min
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
May 25, 2026
May 25, 2026
19 min
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
May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
12 min
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
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
11 min
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.
May 4, 2026
May 4, 2026
15 min
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.
Apr 27, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
16 min
Today, I'm sharing three reasons why I see clinicians don't succeed at building the private practice they desire. Listen in, so you can set yourself up for success!
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.
Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
11 min
Want easy online referrals without having to rely on social media? In today's episode, I share the best strategies that will make you findable online with little to no effort on your end, once you've got them in place!
Learn how to optimize your SEO with this free workshop with digital marketing expert Dena Farash. Access it here!
Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KBMfX9paSWGBPjSL0mOVZg
ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: Snag a 45-minute clarity call. The first 10 people to sign up using code ANNIVERSARY will get an amazing discount. Returning clients can use code APRIL.
Schedule 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.
Apr 13, 2026
Apr 13, 2026
10 min
Want to see more breakthrough in your practice? Prayer is the Christian business owner's biggest strategy. In today's episode, I share 5 prayers to pray over your business and the work you do with clients.
Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KBMfX9paSWGBPjSL0mOVZg
ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: Snag a 45-minute clarity call. The first 10 people to sign up using code ANNIVERSARY will get an amazing discount. Returning clients can use code APRIL.
Schedule 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.
Apr 6, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
14 min
Wondering the best approach to scheduling clients? What do you do if they only can come in every other week? Should you require they commit to a regular weekly timeslot? In this episode, I share my scheduling tips that take your client's needs and your needs into account.
Don't miss my free webinar, "Discerning God's Leading for Your Practice: Guided Prayer and Vision Casting" taking place at 12pm MT (2pm ET) on April 24th! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KBMfX9paSWGBPjSL0mOVZg
Need my help getting unstuck or figuring out best practices for your private practice? Schedule your 45 minute clarity call 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.