Herts Therapy
Uma Mays
(Psychotherapist & Supervisor
MBACP Accred)
Setting up in Private Practice
Moving into private practice can be daunting if you are newly qualified therapists, qualified practitioners who have worked for other organisations or students coming to the end of your training. You can attend a formal workshop (next one in September 2025 - Register your interest below) OR complete the enquiry form / send an email with your requirements and will respond with a specific package for you.
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What we’ll cover:
​​​🔹 Ethical Foundations
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Registering with a professional body (e.g., BACP)
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Understanding GDPR in practice
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Reflective practice and continued learning
🔹 Legal Essentials
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Navigating HMRC and business structure (sole trader vs. limited company)
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Setting up a business bank account
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Registering with the ICO
🔹 Business Basics
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Choosing insurance
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Applying for a DBS check (if working with young people)
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Creating a solid contract/framework for your work
🔹 Practical Setup
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Deciding between agency work or private practice
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Creating a therapeutic and safe environment​
​🔹 Admin & Organisation
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Clinical note taking
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Finding and working with a supervisor
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File and document management
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Clinical Wills
🔹 Client Process
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Managing new enquiries
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Structuring sessions
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Setting fees, managing your diary, and assessing risk
🔹 Visibility & Branding
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Marketing your services
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Building a brand
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Creating a website and advertising effectively
🔹 Wellbeing & Safety
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Maintaining self-care
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Ensuring personal safety in practice
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The workshop will be run by two friendly, relatable, professional, experienced therapists who having been in your shoes, offer valuable insights into helping you build and strengthen your therapeutic practice. Sharing practical wisdom, you will be guided towards a supportive and empowering journey into private practice.
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📅 Duration: 3 hours – September date TBC

💷 Cost: £85 per person