Supporting PMHNPs in Psychiatry: Clinical Excellence,and Private Practice Growth

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Clinical & Entrepreneurial 
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Welcome to Academy of Psychiatry & Entrepreneurial Mentorship!

 If you're interested in enrolling in both the Private Practice Course and the Clinical Bootcamp, you can enroll here to receive a $198 discount on the package

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Unlock Your Potential with Academy of Psychiatry & Entrepreneurial Mentorship

How to Start and Market a Private Practice as a Psychiatric Provider (Inclusive of PMHNPs, etc.)



Special limited offer: $599

 Value: $2000 

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Course Details

  • Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM MST (Phoenix time)
  • Duration: 1-day, 9 hours

 (60-minute break, split into two 30-minute breaks)

  • Price: $599
  • Delivery: Offered via Zoom


  • Access:
    • Participants who cannot attend the live session will have one-month access to the recording of the course and full course materials in their portal to review at their own pace.


  • Post-Course Mentorship: Option to be paired with a paid mentor for ongoing support and to answer any questions you may have as you implement what you’ve learned.

Course Outline

Foundations of Psychiatric Private Practice

  • What private practice looks like for psychiatric providers
  • Side practice vs full-time practice
  • Scope of practice across      psychiatric provider types
  • Independent vs collaborative practice
  • Ethical responsibilities in      psychiatric private practice
  • Common myths about starting a      psychiatric practice


Designing Your Psychiatric Practice Model

  • Identifying your ideal patient  population
  • Choosing a clinical focus      (medication management, combined medication + psychotherapy)
  • Telepsychiatry vs in-person vs hybrid models
  • Solo practice vs group practice
  • Insurance-based vs private pay vs hybrid (overview)
  • Aligning clinical goals with      lifestyle goals


Legal & Business Setup for Psychiatric Providers

  • Choosing a business structure (PLLC/LLC/S-corp overview)
  • Business registration and compliance
  • National Provider Identifier  (NPI) overview (Type 1 vs Type 2)
  • Malpractice insurance for      psychiatric providers
  • DEA registration and controlled      substance authority
  • HIPAA requirements for      psychiatric practices


Clinical Operations & Practice Infrastructure

  • Choosing an EHR for psychiatric practices
  • Scheduling workflows for medication management visits
  • Developing intake forms and psychiatric informed consent
  • Practice policies (no-shows, medication refills, emergencies)
  • Record retention and discharge procedures


Telepsychiatry & Compliance

  • Telehealth laws and      HIPAA-compliant platforms
  • Prescribing via telehealth
  • Controlled substance regulations (overview)
  • Practicing across state lines considerations


Risk Management & Compliance

  • Informed consent for medication management
  • Avoiding common private practice pitfalls
  • Handling complaints and audits


Marketing & Referral Development

  • Tips on building a psychiatric provider-focused website
  • Provider directories and listings
  • Ethical marketing strategies
  • Building referral relationships with therapists, primary care providers, and community organizations
  • Creating a professional elevator pitch


Growth & Long-Term Sustainability

  • Transitioning from side practice to full-time
  • Increasing caseload without burnout
  • Adding additional psychiatric providers
  • Developing a group practice
  • Planning for long-term career sustainability


Bonus add-ons

Credentialing & Insurance Paneling for Psychiatric Providers

  • What credentialing is and why it matters
  • Credentialing requirements, common mistakes to avoid, and understanding timelines
  • Selecting insurance panels,      reviewing contracts, and recredentialing


1099 vs W2 Work

  • Understanding the differences between 1099 and W2 work for psychiatric providers.
  • Pros and cons of working as an independent contractor (1099) versus as an employee (W2) in private practice settings.
  • How to choose the right structure based on your business goals, lifestyle, and financial needs.


Deliverables for Course Attendees

Upon completion of the course, you will receive the following exclusive resources to help you immediately implement what you've learned and support your journey in building your private practice:


  • Credentialing Checklist – A comprehensive list of all      documents and steps needed for credentialing with insurance companies,      including NPI setup and CAQH management.


  • Credentialing Mistakes Guide – Learn common pitfalls and how to avoid delays in your credentialing process.


  • Practice Policies Template – Templates for practice policies including no-shows, late cancellations, and emergency protocols.


  • Practice Startup Timeline – A clear, actionable timeline that outlines the steps and milestones for successfully launching your      private practice.


  • Psychiatric Evaluation and Follow-Up Patient Template – A customizable, comprehensive template for conducting psychiatric      evaluations and managing follow-up appointments. This template is designed to streamline patient documentation, ensure thorough assessments, and maintain consistency across patient care.


  • Website Development Checklist – A detailed guide to building a      compliant, professional website using GoDaddy, including SEO tips and HIPAA considerations.


  • Sample Elevator Pitch – A professionally crafted      elevator pitch template designed for psychiatric providers to use when networking and marketing their practice. 


Referral Development Toolkit – Tools and strategies to help you build strong referral relationships with therapists, PCPs, schools, and other organizations.


The total value of this comprehensive course content is $2000, but for our first year of cohorts, we are offering it at a special price of $599. This is an incredible opportunity to access high-value, practical resources and expert guidance at a significantly reduced rate.


Why This Course Is Worth Your Investment?


  • Comprehensive & Actionable: This course covers major aspects of setting up a private practice—clinical, operational,      credentialing, and growth strategies, tailored to psychiatric providers.


  • Expert Guidance: Get practical, actionable insights on how to design your practice, navigate credentialing, and build ethical marketing strategies.


  • On-Demand Access: If you can’t attend the live Zoom session, you’ll have one-month access to the course recording and full portal access to all materials, allowing you to learn at your own pace.


  • Mentorship Opportunity: After completing the course, you’ll have the option to be paired with a paid mentor who will continue to provide guidance and answer your questions as you move forward with your practice.


Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

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Mentorship is optional and available only after course enrollment.
At this time, access to the mentorship program is offered exclusively to clinicians who have purchased one of our courses. Invitations to join the mentorship program are sent approximately one week after the scheduled bootcamp concludes.

This approach ensures all participants share a common clinical foundation before entering the mentorship environment.

Direct Mentorship Opportunity (Optional Add-on)

Community Plan

 $49.99/month


Access to this plan starts 04/27/26.  

At this time, Invites to access this plan  will only be sent to clinicians who purchase a course


Perfect for clinicians who want peer support, shared knowledge, and access to educational resources:


What’s included:

  • Access to a private community of healthcare professionals, including other PMHNPs, students, and experts.
  • Ability to ask questions and get guidance from members and experts (note: Responses are not guaranteed and may not be immediate).
  • At least 2 educational posts per week in text or video format covering practical tips, clinical updates, and best practices.
  • Peer learning opportunities: Participate in discussions, share experiences, and collaborate on clinical scenarios.
  • Resource library access: Curated articles and case studies.

  

Important Disclaimer 


· The Community Plan is for educational and networking purposes only. It provides access to peer discussion, shared resources, and general guidance, but it is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment.

· Responses from peers or experts are informational only and are not guaranteed to be timely or accurate. You remain fully responsible for all patient care decisions.

· Do not post identifiable patient information; all shared content must comply with HIPAA regulations.

· Mentors or community members may share suggestions or experiences, but these are not formal medical advice, and you must follow your facility protocols, state regulations, and collaborating physician requirements where applicable.

· For urgent or high-risk clinical decisions, always consult your supervising physician, facility policy, and established clinical guidelines.

  • By participating in this plan, you agree to hold all mentors harmless from any liability, claims, or damages resulting from your use of the suggestions or guidance provided through the community.

Professional Plan (Clinical Support & Mentorship)

$110/week billed monthly


Access to this plan starts 04/27/26.  

At this time, invites to access this plan will only be sent to clinicians who purchase a course.  


Designed for PMHNPs, PMHNP students, and other psychiatric providers who want direct mentorship, practical guidance, and ongoing support for day-to-day clinical questions and patient care, while also gaining full access to our community of peers and experts.

What’s included:

  • Assigned personal mentor—an experienced PMHNP or psychiatric provider you can text up to 20 messages per week, focused on clinical questions, cases, and day-to-day PMHNP practice, with guaranteed replies within 24–48 hours asynchronously.
    • Guidelines for messaging your mentor:
      • Keep messages concise and focused (ideally 3–5 sentences per message).
      • Limit to one case or clinical question per message for clarity and timely response.
      • Include key patient details only (age, diagnosis, relevant medications, and main concern).
      • Do not include any identifiable patient information; all messages must comply with HIPAA.
      • Avoid sending lengthy narratives or full charts; detailed discussion is reserved for the weekly Zoom session.


  • One 15-minute weekly Zoom or phone call session with your mentor for case review or clinical questions. Submit cases/questions at least 24 hours in advance to ensure a productive, focused session. All shared information must be de-identified and HIPAA-compliant.


  • Automatic inclusion in the Community Plan, giving access to:
    • Discussion forums
    • Educational content
    • Peer networking
    • Shared clinical resources


  • Two biweekly group Zoom sessions with Dr. Georgette or another psychiatric provider: two 2-hour sessions during the first month to check in, answer questions, and provide group mentorship.


  • At least 2 weekly educational posts (text or video) covering:
    • Practical clinical topics
    • Pharmacology updates
    • Therapy strategies


  • Priority access to resources such as templates, workflow tools, and treatment guides.


  • Networking & peer support: Connect with other plan members to discuss clinical scenarios, share experiences, and collaborate, while maintaining HIPAA compliance.


  • Optional participation in live Q&A sessions or case discussions exclusive to plan members.


Important Disclaimer

· The mentorship and guidance provided through this plan are for educational purposes only. Mentors are not your supervising clinician and do not provide legal, regulatory, or formal medical advice.

·  All suggestions regarding patient care, clinical decisions, or treatment plans are informational only. As the primary provider, you remain fully responsible for all patient care decisions and must follow your facility policies, state regulations, and collaborating physician guidance where required.

· Mentors can provide recommendations, guidance, or treatment considerations, but they are not the provider on call or the patient’s provider, and their advice does not replace your clinical judgment.

· All shared patient information must be de-identified and HIPAA-compliant. Avoid sharing any identifiable data in messages or during Zoom sessions.

· Do not rely solely on mentor suggestions for urgent, emergent, or high-risk clinical situations. Always use your professional judgment and facility protocols to manage patient care.

· Participation in the plan does not establish a supervisory relationship; final clinical responsibility always rests with the mentee.

By participating in the Clinical Support & Mentorship Plan, you agree to hold your assigned mentor and any group session leaders harmless from any liability, claims, or damages arising from your use of clinical suggestions, case guidance, or educational content provided through text, Zoom, or other channels. All recommendations are for educational purposes only, and as the primary provider, you retain full responsibility for all patient care decisions.

Entrepreneurial Mentorship Plan (Business and/or Clinical Support)

Entrepreneurial Mentorship Plan (Business and/or Clinical Support)


  $149.99/week billed monthly


Access to this plan starts 04/02/26.  

At this time, invites to access this plan will only be sent to clinicians who purchase a course. 

  

Designed for clinicians who want direct clinical mentorship, business guidance, and/or private practice support while also maintaining access to clinical mentorship and peer resources. This plan combines everything in the Professional Plan with an entrepreneurial focus.

What’s included:

  • Assigned personal mentor—an experienced PMHNP or psychiatric provider who can guide you on both clinical and business questions. You can text up to 30 messages per week, including clinical questions, with guaranteed replies within 24–48 hours asynchronously.
    • Messaging Guidelines:
      • Keep messages concise and focused (ideally 3–5 sentences per message).
      • Limit to one case or question per message.
      • Include key patient or practice details only, always HIPAA-compliant.
      • Use Zoom sessions for detailed case or business discussions.


  • One 30-minute weekly Zoom session with your mentor to cover private practice strategies, business setup, workflow optimization, or clinical case review. Submit questions or topics at least 24 hours in advance for a productive session.
  • Automatic inclusion in the Community Plan, giving access to discussion forums, educational content, peer networking, and shared resources.


  • Biweekly Zoom sessions with Dr.Georgette or another psychiatric provider: Two 2-hour sessions during the first month to check in, answer questions, and provide group mentorship for entrepreneurial growth.
  • At least 2 weekly educational posts in text or video format covering practical clinical topics, pharmacology updates, therapy strategies, and business tips for private practice.
  • Priority access to resources such as templates, workflow tools, treatment guides, billing guides, and private practice startup checklists.
  • Networking & peer support: Connect with other plan members to discuss both clinical and practice management challenges. All discussions must remain HIPAA-compliant.
  • Optional participation in live Q&A sessions or case discussions exclusive to Entrepreneurial Plan members.


Important Disclaimer

· The guidance and suggestions provided by mentors in the Entrepreneurial Mentorship Plan are for educational purposes only. Mentors can provide recommendations on clinical care, treatment planning, or business strategies, but they are not the primary provider of care for your patients and are not providing legal advice.

· For clinical questions, you as the licensed provider must follow your facility protocols, state laws, and your collaborating physician’s guidance where required. Mentors’ clinical suggestions are informational and do not replace your professional judgment.

· For business or entrepreneurial guidance, mentors provide general advice and strategies, but you are ultimately responsible for all business decisions, compliance, and legal obligations related to starting or managing a practice.

· Mentors cannot make decisions on your behalf. All final decisions, clinical or business, are your responsibility as the licensed clinician or practice owner.

· All shared patient information must be HIPAA-compliant and de-identified. Mentors cannot provide treatment directly; their role is to guide, suggest, and educate.

· By participating in the Entrepreneurial Mentorship Plan, you agree to hold your assigned mentor, group session leaders, and all educational contributors harmless from any liability, claims, or damages arising from your use of clinical or business guidance, suggestions, or strategies provided through messages, Zoom sessions, or community resources. Mentors provide educational and advisory support only; you remain responsible for all patient care decisions and for compliance with your state regulations and facility policies, as well as any business or legal decisions for your private practice.

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