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How to Write Psychotherapy Notes: What to Include & Skip

By October Boyles, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN | August 22, 2025

How to Create a Psychotherapy Note (Step-by-Step Guide) Mental health professionals have many details to remember about many different clients. Some therapists might see over…

Joint Commission Compliance Roadmap for Behavioral Health

By Dr. October Boyles | August 20, 2025

How Joint Commission Compliance Protects Patient Safety This article offers a clear, practical roadmap to understanding and achieving Joint Commission compliance, specifically tailored for behavioral…

Top Behavioral Health EHR Challenges in 2025

By Dr. October Boyles | August 14, 2025

Biggest Behavioral Health EHR Challenges Clinicians Will Face in 2025 If you’re a mental health clinician preparing for the road ahead, this blog post is…

Best EHR for Psychiatrists: 7 Reasons Psychiatrists Choose ICANotes in 2025

By Dr. October Boyles | August 7, 2025

7 Reasons Psychiatrists Trust ICANotes for Streamlined Notes, Prescribing, and Outcomes Measurement Psychiatrists spend up to 35 percent of their day on documentation. A Software Advice reviewer…

Mastering CMS Compliance in Mental Health: What Auditors Really Want to See

By Dr. October Boyles | July 30, 2025

Mastering CMS Compliance in Mental Health: What Auditors Really Want to See CMS compliance is a top concern for behavioral health clinicians navigating the complexities…

Best Mental Health Patient Portal Features in 2025

By Sanjiv Patel | July 24, 2025

Best Mental Health Patient Portal Features in 2025 A secure, user-friendly patient portal is now essential for behavioral health practices-not just to meet client expectations,…

EHR for Small Behavioral Health Practices: What to Look for in 2025

By Andrew Holderied | July 17, 2025

EHR for Small Behavioral Health Practices: What to Look for in 2025 In 2025, small behavioral health practices need Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems tailored…

The Psychology Behind Money Dysmorphia: When Self-Worth Gets Tied to Net Worth

By Dr. October Boyles | July 8, 2025

The Psychology Behind Money Dysmorphia: When Self-Worth Gets Tied to Net Worth Money dysmorphia is a distorted relationship with one’s financial status that affects 29%…

The Power of Built-In Mental Health Forms

By Dr. October Boyles | June 27, 2025

The Power of Built-In Mental Health Forms: How ICANotes, a Behavioral Health EHR, Saves Providers Time This practice management guide reveals how ICANotes, a behavioral…

The Essential Components of an Initial Psychiatric Evaluation Template

By Dr. October Boyles | June 20, 2025

The Essential Components of an Initial Psychiatric Evaluation Template Writing a thorough initial psychiatric evaluation is essential for accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical continuity.…

EHR Cost: What Mental Health Providers Can Expect to Pay in 2025

By Andrew Holderied | June 18, 2025

EHR Cost: What Mental Health Providers Can Expect to Pay in 2025 If you’re a mental health provider, choosing the right electronic health record (EHR)…

Top Evidence-Based Supplements for Mental Health

By Dr. October Boyles | June 12, 2025

Top Evidence-Based Supplements for Mental Health: Adjunctive Nutraceutical and Lifestyle Interventions This evidence-based guide explores top adjunctive supplements and lifestyle interventions for enhancing mental health…

Clinical Documentation Tips for Passing a Behavioral Health Utilization Review

By Dr. October Boyles | June 5, 2025

Clinical Documentation Tips for Passing a Behavioral Health Utilization Review Behavioral health utilization reviews can disrupt care and reimbursement if your documentation doesn’t hold up…

Navigating Boundaries and Building Trust: Working with Clients with BPD

By Dr. October Boyles | May 27, 2025

Navigating Boundaries and Building Trust: Clinical Strategies for Working with Clients with Borderline Personality Disorder This blog post explores evidence-based strategies for addressing BPD and…

Mental Health Discharge Summary Template & Example

By Kaylee Kron, LMSW | May 22, 2025

Mental Health Discharge Summary Sample: What “Good“ Looks Like A well-written mental health discharge summary is essential for continuity of care, clinical clarity, and audit…