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DARP notes are a progress note format in four sections, Data, Assessment, Response, and Plan, that mental health professionals use to record what happens during a client’s session. The DARP format keeps key details that support the client’s care in a clear order, and it is also useful for legal records and billing. Mentalyc’s AI […]
The Cognitive Therapy Rating Scale (CTRS) is an evaluative tool used by mental health professionals to rate a therapist’s Cognitive Therapy (CT) skills during therapy sessions (not the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist credential). Cognitive Therapy is a type of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that negatively affects […]
The Session Rating Scale (SRS) is a brief client-rated measure that gives therapists immediate feedback on how each therapy session went. It shows the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client during sessions. Therapists can also check if their method is working and use the SRS feedback to make changes where needed. Many clinicians also […]
EHR implementation is the process of moving a practice from paper records to an Electronic Health Record system, from planning and team building through go-live and post-implementation review. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) are digital versions of clients’ paper records, holding the client’s medical history, treatment plans, medications and details that ensure personalized care. A good […]
AI clinical notes are faster than manual notes and more consistent in format, but the latest research is split on quality. A clinician takes about 2 minutes on average to review and sign a Mentalyc note, compared with about 20 minutes to write one by hand. A 2026 VHA and University of Washington study found […]
A treatment plan for panic disorder sets goals such as fewer panic attacks and less avoidance, then works toward them with CBT, exposure and relapse prevention. A panic attack is an abrupt surge of intense fear or discomfort that peaks within minutes, with physical symptoms such as a pounding heart or shortness of breath. Panic […]
Insurance covers couples therapy only when it is medically necessary to treat one partner’s mental health condition, so you bill it under that partner’s diagnosis with the right CPT code. Getting paid comes down to verifying coverage before the first session, choosing the code, documenting medical necessity and submitting the claim correctly. Individual therapy is […]
HIPAA-compliant payment methods are credit card and bank-transfer processors that protect payments, invoices and billing data with encryption, tokenization and PCI DSS controls, which keeps client confidentiality intact. Rectangle Health suits mid- to large-size practices needing EHR integration and Ivy Pay suits solo practices; the best HIPAA-compliant payment processing solutions in 2026 are compared below […]
ICANotes costs $55-$213 per clinician per month plus add-on fees and gives behavioral health practices customizable note templates, DSM-5 and ICD-10 support, e-prescribing, 70+ rating scales and automatic medical-necessity coding. User reviews consistently cite a dated, click-heavy interface, no dedicated mobile app, and recurring billing-integration complaints. In an ICANotes vs SimplePractice comparison, SimplePractice offers an […]
The top social work case management software in 2026 includes Virtual Case Manager (VCM), Noble Child, FAMCare, CharityTracker and Social Solutions Apricot, compared on client records, case notes, scheduling, reporting and price. Social workers serve people from different cultural backgrounds facing mental health and social challenges, and tools that automate social services ease the tasks […]
Insurance credentialing services for mental health providers get you enrolled with insurers, so you can bill as an in-network clinician. You have four routes: do it yourself through CAQH and each payer, pay a per-payer firm ($79 to $450 a payer on their own price pages, October 2026), use your billing company, or join a […]
Mental health billing software submits claims, posts payments, issues superbills and takes client payments for therapists in private practice. Most tools add practice management features like secure documentation and telehealth. Quick answer: Of the 10 best billing software for therapists below, SimplePractice suits most solo practices that bill insurance (electronic claims on every plan, from […]
TherapyNotes and TherapyAppointments are popular Electronic Health Records and PMS software used by mental health professionals. They are essential tools for therapists who seek to improve client care in their private practices. These EHRs and PMS have features that simplify administrative tasks. They help therapists automate repetitive tasks and increase productivity. What is TherapyNotes? TherapyNotes […]
A HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform is video and practice software that encrypts every session, restricts access to protected health information, and is backed by a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA) from the vendor. For therapists and psychiatrists, that BAA is the dividing line: without it, a tool is not HIPAA compliant for clinical use, no matter […]
SimplePractice and Alma are two popular Practice Management Software used by therapists. Alma vs SimplePractice: Alma suits therapists who want help getting in-network, since its team handles credentialing and claims processing. SimplePractice, at $49 to $99 a month, suits therapists who run their own billing. The best setup pairs either one with Mentalyc’s AI Note […]
When treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), therapists often turn to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – the gold-standard approach proven to reduce intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. CBT helps clients recognize and challenge the irrational beliefs that fuel their obsessions while developing healthier coping responses that break the OCD cycle. In this guide, you’ll explore five effective CBT techniques for OCD […]
Owl Practice and SimplePractice are useful for mental health professionals in running a successful practice. They are electronic health record systems with features to help you provide excellent client services. Quick answer: Owl Practice suits Canadian practices: plans run CAD $60 to $100 a month and client data is stored in Canada. SimplePractice, at $49 […]
Sessions Health and SimplePractice are popular EHRs and practice management softwares. They are specifically designed to improve work processes for healthcare professionals. With these EHRs, mental health therapists can connect better with their clients. Although some therapists find it difficult to choose the right EHR for the easy management of their practices. Therapist concerns can […]
DSM-5 diagnoses a substance use disorder when a person meets at least 2 of its 11 criteria within 12 months, and grades severity by the count: mild (2-3), moderate (4-5) or severe (6 or more). The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), categorically highlights that a substance use disorder is a combination […]
DSM-5 recognizes eight feeding and eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, pica, rumination disorder, ARFID, other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED) and unspecified feeding or eating disorder. Each is an abnormal eating behavior that affects physical and mental health, often through severe restriction, binge eating, or purging, across all cultural backgrounds, genders, […]
Carepatron vs SimplePractice comes down to budget and polish: Carepatron suits budget-minded solo and small practices that want low-cost practice management software; SimplePractice suits US therapists who want a polished all-in-one EHR. Mentalyc, clinical intelligence for therapists, works alongside either EHR: its AI Note Taker writes notes that build on every earlier session, drafts treatment […]
SimplePractice and TherapyAppointment are both electronic health records (EHR) and practice management platforms for therapists. Quick answer: TherapyAppointment suits solo therapists with a small caseload, from $10 a month by sessions booked; SimplePractice, at $49 to $99 a month, suits practices that want deeper customization. Whichever one does your billing, pair it with Mentalyc’s AI […]
Private practice billing services are companies a mental health practice hires to handle its billing: coding, submitting claims, following up on denials and posting payments, so you get paid without processing your bills yourself. This guide compares in-house and outsourced billing, what each service should include, and what it costs. The guide also covers how […]
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