Ep6: Kimia Moghadam on ketamine therapy and clinician retention

Ketamine therapy and clinician retention are critical topics for practice owners navigating today’s mental health landscape. In this episode of Your Group Practice, Dan King speaks with Kimia Moghadam, Clinical Director at MyTherapyNYC, about building a human-centered practice that integrates innovative treatments with holistic care.

Kimia shares how her Manhattan-based practice has grown to 30 clinicians and over 500 clients while keeping clinician well-being at the core. She discusses training strategies for new therapists, the importance of developing a clear therapist identity, and how personal experiences shape therapeutic approaches.

Together, Dan and Kimia explore the power of the therapist-client relationship as the foundation for healing, likening it to finding the right “fit” in a dating relationship. They also highlight the importance of workplace culture and mutual fit when clinicians choose a group practice.

A key theme of this conversation is the integration of wellness services alongside traditional therapy. Kimia shares her vision for collaborations with nutritionists, yoga instructors, and even financial planners to provide clients with comprehensive, community-driven care. She also dives into the growing role of ketamine-assisted therapy, offering insights into its evidence base, benefits, and role as a complement to long-term therapy.

Listeners will walk away with practical insights on:

• Recruiting and retaining clinicians through culture and training
• Building therapeutic relationships that heal old wounds
• Designing intake systems that empower client choice
• Integrating wellness providers into group practice models
• Exploring new modalities like ketamine-assisted therapy responsibly

For practice owners and clinicians alike, this episode blends compassion, innovation, and actionable guidance.

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About the Host

Dan King is a lawyer turned private equity founder with a passion for fixing burnout in mental health. With a background in M&A, Shark Tank deals, and psychology, he now leads Fireside Strategic — investing in group practices that put people first.

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