ABSTRACT
Two problems are currently facing mental health professionals: (a) private practitioners are overextended, trying to meet their financial needs, and (b) professionals in other positions (i.e., academics, administration, etc.) lack opportunities to remain clinically active. The rising costs of real estate, utilities, and other items necessary for maintaining a private practice are enhancing those concerns. Most private practitioners find it difficult to survive. Until now, they have been forced to increase clinical hours in order to offset the increasing demand to own a private practice. At the same time, the increasing costs associated with owning a private practice are making it more difficult for part-time practitioners to survive. Mental health professionals working in other areas typically do not have the time or the income to establish a successful practice. This typically results in them finding other ways to enhance their income, often sacrificing clinical work for avenues that are less financially risky. In the past, both groups have simply fended for themselves, working hard to meet their respective needs. The aim of this chapter is to introduce a practice strategy that will not only decrease the demands placed on private practitioners but also meet the needs of the part-time practitioners.
