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
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
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
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.
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
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.
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
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.
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
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.
Have a question you'd like me to answer on my next podcast? Email kimberly@kimberlyvanhooser.com
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
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!
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
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.
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Wondering if you should market yourself as a Christian therapist, secular therapist, or a hybrid? Let me give you some things to consider as you make your decision. This podcast will help you evaluate if a faith-based business name and practice is the best choice for you, or if God is calling you in a different direction. No matter what, we know that when we are being obedient to the Lord and allowing him to work through us in whatever environment we are in, he will do amazing things!
Thanks for listening!
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Hey Christian therapists! Learn how to attract more of the type of client you thrive in working with. We'll be talking about defining a niche and how to use language that will speak to your ideal client's heart, letting them know that you are the right therapist to them!
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Get tips and strategies for how to get your first private practice clients and start building your referral network.
Let me coach you! Need help building your practice from someone who has done it before? Schedule your 1:1 coaching call with Kimberly by visiting www.kimberlyvanhooser.com or via Calendly
Become one of my Insiders and stay connected with a weekly newsletter with faith-led encouragement, the latest podcast episode, and my latest specials.
Join my Facebook community Start and Grow Your Practice as a Christian Therapist for free tips and support!