Running a Christian counseling practice means you carry more than appointments and admin tasks. You carry people’s stories. You carry the emotional weight of healing work. You carry the responsibility of stewarding a business that exists for the Kingdom and not for yourself. All of that makes rest feel impossible and sometimes even irresponsible. In this week’s episode of Freedom Fire, Austin and I shared two moments that reshaped how we think about rest. The first happened d

When we stepped into the AACC United Conference in Nashville, we were immediately inspired. The energy, authenticity, and joy in the room were palpable. Here were thousands of counselors committed to healing hearts and changing lives. But as we talked with practice owners, one thing became clear: while there was a beautiful focus on holistic counseling, there was almost no conversation about business acumen: how to run, grow, and sustain a healthy practice. That’s when our mi

Starting a therapy practice is exciting, but it comes with some financial pitfalls, especially if you are working solo or with a partner. Here are some key lessons that can save you time, stress, and even money. 1. Keep Your Personal and Practice Finances Separate Have you ever tried to sort through a year’s worth of mixed personal and practice transactions at tax time and thought, “Why is this such a mess?” Many therapists start out using their personal accounts for everythi

At Freedom Business Solutions, our mission is simple but deeply personal: we help faith-based private practices in the mental health...