Hear to Speak Academy's purpose is to ensure every private practice owner knows their business from the inside out. From creating operational systems to understanding insurance to hiring your first employee, this academy will give you step-by-step guidance on becoming an efficient private practice owner.


"The one-on-one credentialing training with Hear to Speak Academy’s owner Ms. Lauren Hastings helped move my business to the next level. I am proud to say I have been credentialed by several insurance companies. Ms. Hastings provided the step-by-step process for credentialing with my preferred providers. I am a provider for the following insurance providers Medicare, Medicaid, BCBS of Alabama, and Aetna. As a result of this comprehensive training, all applications were approved within 45 days. I highly recommend the credentialing services offered by Hear to Speak Academy."


- Kimiko Pears, Owner of Pediatric & Adult Therapy Services, LLC

Hi, I’m Lauren Hastings



Lauren has been in private practice since June 2016. She applied to several insurance companies independently and was credentialed with Medicaid, Amerigroup, WellCare, CareSource, PeachState (GA-based), TriCare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield of GA. 

Hear to Speak Academy's motto is KNOW before you GROW. Lauren wants every private practitioner to know every aspect of their business, including insurance billing, before he or she outsources the job. She is very excited to help you understand the world of insurance step-by-step.