{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Faeeb31f6-3747-4cb6-b001-b5d1aa99fd71","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Episode 168: Bridging Therapy Accessibility and Profitability with Tech [featuring Christine Li]","description":"In this episode, I talk with Christine Li, the inspiring founder of Mentaya. Christine shares her journey from Google to founding Mentaya, as well as insights about starting private pay practices, leveraging technology in mental health, and the future of AI in our field.\n\nHere are 3 key takeaways:\n\nNavigating Insurance and Benefits: As we approach the end of the year, insurance benefits reset, and verifications need to be updated. Whether you're a private pay practice or considering it, staying on top of these changes ensures seamless client support and consistent revenue flow.\n\nAI and Mental Health: Artificial Intelligence is advancing rapidly, but the essence of therapy\u2014true human connection\u2014remains irreplaceable. While AI may offer support or access in some areas, the therapeutic relationship and the genuine human connection it offers cannot be fully replicated by machines.\n\nEmbracing Change and Entrepreneurship: The journey of transitioning from a secure job to founding a startup is both thrilling and challenging. Christine's experience of leaving Google to create Mentaya highlights the importance of taking risks to pursue what you truly care about. It's about making an impact and bringing valuable change to the community.\n\n\nMore about Christine:\n\nChristine is the founder and CEO of Mentaya \u2013 a company that helps private practice therapists collect their full cash rate by taking advantage of out-of-network (OON) benefits. Mentaya instantly calculates clients\u2019 benefits and automatically files OON claims to help your clients get reimbursed (70% on average!). Christine is a strong advocate for mental health and left her job as a Google Product Manager to start Mentaya.\nTry out Mentaya FOR FREE at mentaya.com \u2013 therapists get 30 days free of our benefits checker! Promo code: PATRICK\n\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fListen to more episodes of the All Things Private Practice Podcast\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fSpotify\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fApple\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0fYouTube Music\n\u25b6\ufe0f YouTube\n\u2708\ufe0f Learn about Retreats\n\ud83d\udde8\ufe0f Join the free Empowered Escape FB Community\n\ud83d\udde8\ufe0f Join the free All Things Private Practice FB Community\n\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\u2013\n\nThanks to Our Sponsors: The Receptionist for iPad, Alma, & All Things Private Practice + Empowered Escapes 2025 Retreats & Summits!\n\u2728 The Receptionist for iPad\nThanks to The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode.\nThe Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the need for you to buy an iPad and stand. Go to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice and sign up for a free 14-day trial. When you do, you'll get your first month free. And don't forget to ask about our iPad list check-in option.\n\u2728 Alma\nThanks to Alma for sponsoring this episode.\nBuilding and managing the practice you want can be challenging. That\u2019s why Alma offers tools and resources to help you build not just any practice, but your private practice. They\u2019ll help you navigate insurance, access referrals who are the right fit for you, and efficiently manage administrative tasks \u2014 so you can spend less time on the details, and more time delivering great care. You support your clients. Alma supports you. Visit helloalma.com/ATPP to learn more.\n\u2728 All Things Private Practice + Empowered Escapes 2025 Retreats & Summits\nLearn about retreat opportunities at allthingspractice.com and empoweredescapes.com. Doubt yourself, do it anyway.\n\u2728 Hurricane Relief for WNC communities\nDonate to help provide urgent aid for WNC communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Visit: atppod.com/wnc","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/34b2ea58-abe1-449a-a463-b0f9a8dc183d/f10b95ef831c6d5f9a25a89ba1d58df8.jpg"}