607. How to Build a Virtual Testing Practice w/ Dr. Taylor Day

Click here to read the transcript In this episode, I have the opportunity to speak with Dr. Taylor Day (Dr. Tay) to explore the logistics, benefits, and clinical nuances of operating an entirely virtual psychology practice. Dr. Tay shares her transition from academic medical research to running a thriving, multi-state private practice through PSYPACT, relying heavily on organic social media marketing and care coordination to build her caseload. We discuss the practical realities of tele-assessment, including battery adaptation using tools like the RIAS-2, DAYC-2, and MIGDAS, while addressing common clinician hesitations regarding observational validity in virtual environments. Additionally, Dr. Tay offers insights on pricing models, fee structures, and the ethical separation between clinical practice and educational consulting offerings. Main Topics 01:17: Transitioning from academia to a fully virtual private practice model 06:56: Overcoming overthinking and maintaining transparency with client families 12:58: Building an organic client referral pipeline using Instagram and Facebook 19:18: Strategic networking with non-psychology healthcare providers across state lines 34:02: Legal and administrative separation of clinical care and educational coaching 36:27: Structuring a virtual pediatric autism evaluation battery and workflow 45:56: Addressing observational validity and common critiques of tele-assessment 52:58: Shifting pricing strategies from hourly rates to transformational value models Resources Mentioned Craft: the premier membership community for testing psychologists Crafted Practice: the only in-person business retreat for testing psychologists Reverb : the premier AI-powered report-writing platform for testing psychologists PSYPACT (Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact): www.psypact.org Reynolds Intellectual Assessment Scales, Second Edition (RIAS-2): www.parinc.com Developmental Assessment of Young Children, Second Edition (DAYC-2): www.wpspublish.com Monteiro Interview Guidelines for Diagnosing the Autism Spectrum (MIGDAS-2): www.wpspublish.com Tele-ASD-Peds (Tele-Autism Spectrum Disorder Pediatric Progress): www.vumc.org Evolve with Dr. Tay Podcast: www.drtaylorday.com Dr. Tay’s Resources: Register for Dr. Taylor’s upcoming Telehealth CE: Conducting Comprehensive Telehealth Evaluations for Autism and Co-Occurring Conditions Autism Traits Guide: https://drtay.thrivecart.com/autism-traits-guide High-Masking Autism On-Demand CE Training: <a href="https://the-neurodiversity-university.teachable.com/co