KevinMD July 28, 2025
Ram Krishnan, MBA

Clinicians who dream of starting a private practice in the field of behavioral health rarely daydream about the logistics involved. But preparing for common challenges is fundamental to success. Before taking on the roles of both behavioral health provider and entrepreneur, it is important to consider all of the behind-the-scenes work required.

Defining a practice’s niche, navigating regulatory and legal considerations, creating a business plan and a budget, and developing a marketing strategy are just a few of the aspects to consider before opening a private practice.

One of the first and most important questions a behavioral health provider must answer is, “Do I need a new EHR?” The electronic health record (EHR) system serves as the backbone of any...

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