02/02/2026
📢 To the clinician tired of the 60/40 split: There’s a better way to practice.
If you’re currently in a group practice, you’ve likely done the math. When a practice takes 40% (or more) of your client fee, you aren’t just paying for an office or a biller—you’re often subsidizing a hierarchy that doesn’t give you a seat at the table.
For many neurodiversity-affirming therapists, the dream of solo practice is about more than just money; it’s about the freedom to practice without burnout, the autonomy to set your own vision, and the desire to work in a space that actually mirrors your values.
But going solo can be incredibly isolating.
That’s why we built Divergent Minds Collective (DMC).
We are a member-owned and governed service cooperative. We aren’t a "group practice" in the traditional sense. We are a collective of independent business owners who have pooled our resources to create the infrastructure we all need, without the exploitation.
Why are we doing this? DMC was founded in direct opposition to exploitative business models. We believe that therapists shouldn't have to choose between a massive pay cut and professional isolation.
What does membership actually look like?
Keep Your Autonomy: You own your business and your vision. We provide the community and the scaffold.
Professional Community: Access to a private directory, member-exclusive networking, and a Discord community of like-minded, identity-affirming peers.
Shared Growth: We offer facilitated peer consultation, business-building support groups, and even body-doubling sessions to help with the "admin heavy" side of things.
Professional Security: From professional will support to discounted clinical supervision, we look out for each other.
Our Roadmap: Competitive Rates and the BHA 2026
One of our biggest goals is the launch of our Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) in April 2026. By banding together as a cooperative, we are building the collective power to negotiate insurance reimbursement rates that actually reflect the high-quality, specialized care you provide—rates that are usually out of reach for solo practitioners.
Is this for you?
If you’re ready to stop being an "employee" and start being a member-owner, we’d love to talk. Whether you’re looking to launch your first private practice or you’re a solo provider looking for a "social shell" that protects your business, DMC is here to help you thrive.
📩 Let’s start a conversation.
We’re currently accepting new members who share our vision for affirming, integrated care. No sales pitches—just a community of therapists building a more equitable future.
Visit divergentmindscollective.org to learn more about our membership tiers and bylaws.
