Mastering Private Practice: A Guide for LADCs with Robert Andrews-Mendoza
Episode Overview
The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities for LADCs operating in private practice, offering practical advice and insights. Robert sheds light on navigating Medicare and Medicaid rules, providing valuable guidance for professionals in the mental health and addiction industry. Insights into the SBIRT system, including screening, brief interventions, and the referral to treatment process, are shared, offering a comprehensive understanding of these critical aspects. The episode also explores ethical considerations, financial implications, tax write-offs, boundaries, and client relationships in private practice. Practical advice on managing treatment centers and program structures, along with a reminder for individuals to seek professional help for mental health or addiction issues, is also highlighted.
I think the gray area with LADCs and private practice is that DHS is not regulating us. And so that means clinical charting, billing practices, things like that, which is good.
Ever wondered what it takes for Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADCs) to set up a thriving private practice? This episode of Behavioral Health Integration offers a deep dive into this very topic, featuring the experienced and insightful Robert Andrews-Mendoza. Host Jacob Minnig welcomes Robert back to discuss new policies and procedures essential for LADCs in Minnesota looking to establish their own practice. They tackle audience questions head-on, providing clarity on the often-confusing rules and regulations that govern private practice.
Robert shares his expertise on therapeutic Substance Use Disorder (SUD) group and one-on-one interventions, offering practical advice that can be applied by both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the field. The conversation doesn't stop there; it delves into the SBIRT system—Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment—highlighting its importance in effective client care. Ethical considerations and financial aspects of running a private practice are also on the table.
From navigating Medicare and Medicaid rules to understanding tax implications and the value of professional boundaries, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Robert’s down-to-earth advice on tax write-offs and the importance of having a good accountant is particularly valuable for those just starting out. Whether you're a professional in the behavioral health field or someone interested in the behind-the-scenes workings of addiction counseling, this episode is a treasure trove of information.
Plus, it wraps up with a reminder to seek professional help for mental health or addiction issues and introduces Commigo, a new device designed to support mental health.