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Starting Our Private Practice: A Commitment to Healing, Not Just Numbers


When we first decided to start Open Minds Therapy, LLC, it wasn't about building a business or increasing revenue. It was about something far more meaningful: helping people truly heal. We saw firsthand how many people in the mental health field were treated as numbers, not individuals. The system felt more focused on pushing clients through the door than investing in their well-being and providing the care they truly needed. That reality hit us hard—and it was clear that we needed to do something about it.

So, we made a decision. We wanted to create a place where healing was the priority. A practice that not only nurtured our clients' mental health but also allowed us to grow as clinicians, without the pressure to churn out numbers or focus solely on profit margins. It felt like a no-brainer. We believed deeply that a therapy practice should be a space where the needs of both the client and the clinician are honored, where care is personal, thoughtful, and, most importantly, genuine.

Fast forward to today, and after hours of complex training in EFT Tapping and EMDR, countless personal reflections, and lots of hard work, we’ve built something that we’re incredibly proud of: a thriving private practice that reflects our core values. Open Minds Therapy, LLC isn’t just a place for therapy; it's a safe, supportive environment for growth, healing, and personal transformation.

Is it always perfect? Of course not. We’re two people running an empire—haha—but that’s part of the beauty of it. There are challenges, late nights, and unexpected hurdles, but we keep showing up. We keep trying, because our clients deserve our best. And that effort, that commitment, is something that resonates deeply with them. They see the passion we bring, the care we give, and the love we put into every session.

We didn’t start this practice to become a huge corporate entity. We did it because we saw the impact personalized, compassionate care could have. It was never about the bottom line—it was about changing lives, one session at a time.

And, respectfully, my clients teach me as much, if not more, about healing every single day. Their resilience, courage, and willingness to be vulnerable remind me of why I chose this path in the first place. It is truly an honor to walk alongside them as they navigate their journeys of healing, and I learn from them just as much as they learn from me.

Now, as we continue to grow and evolve, we’re reminded every day why we did this in the first place. Watching our clients take steps toward healing, seeing them transform, and knowing we’re playing a part in that journey—it’s more rewarding than we ever could have imagined.

So, here we are, still trying, still growing, and still giving everything we’ve got. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to serve, and we couldn’t be more proud of the practice we’ve built. Here’s to many more years of growth, healing, and thriving together.

Thank you for being a part of Open Minds Therapy, LLC. We couldn’t do this without you.

- Kevin & Dennis
Co-Founders, Open Minds Therapy, LLC

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