Introduction
Hi, and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
My name is Elizabeth Thompson. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and I’m currently pursuing my Doctor of Education at Johns Hopkins University.
I started my private practice in September 2024, while I was still working in community mental health. Like many pre-licensed counselors, I had to navigate supervision requirements, billing barriers, and confusing Medicaid policies, all while learning how to run a business.
Now, less than a year later, I have a full waitlist, a thriving private practice, and a deep passion for helping other early-career clinicians do the same without burning out or getting lost in the paperwork.
📚 What This Course Is (and Isn’t)
This is a fully text-based course with structured lessons, step-by-step walkthroughs, screenshots, and resources. There are no videos, so you can move at your own pace and return to exactly what you need.
You’ll find:
Practical guidance written in plain language
Medicaid and insurance billing steps
Templates, scripts, and real-world tools I personally use
A clear roadmap to help you launch (or grow) your practice legally and confidently
This Course Is For You If You Are...
An LPCA in Kentucky wanting to accept clients and possibly insurance
Not sure how to bill under your supervisor (or how to find one)
Trying to figure out forms, modifiers, and Medicaid MCOs
Overwhelmed with business details like taxes, rates, or documentation
Passionate about building a private practice that aligns with your values
You don’t have to wait until you’re fully licensed to do meaningful work. You can build a solid, compliant, and fulfilling practice starting right now with the right systems, support, and supervision.
Let’s get started.
This course and course materials are for educational purposes only. This is not financial, legal, or clinical advice. It is your responsibility to verify requirements with the Kentucky Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, MCOs, and legal/financial professionals as needed. I am not liable for decisions made based on this information.