SimplePractice Company Culture & Values

Tell us about the activities SimplePractice is coordinating for Pride Month. Are there any ties with local organizations?

SimplePractice team members are spread out across the United States, so the goal of the LGBTQIA+ employee resource group is to celebrate Pride Month through inclusive opportunities. We will hold in-person events in Los Angeles and Charlotte, NC, as well as virtual events.

Our ERG is hosting a virtual letter-writing event in partnership with the Campaign for Southern Equality. In this virtual event, our team members will engage in a meaningful dialogue with a CSE representative before crafting personalized letters to transgender youth. These letters will be included in care packages for trans kids located in regions where discrimination is prevalent and access to support is limited.

Our ERG members in Los Angeles will gather and attend the Angel City Football Club’s Pride Night at BMO Stadium. This in-person event offers an opportunity for our team to come together, enjoy the match and actively participate in the Pride festivities.

In addition to celebrating our team members during Pride, we will be amplifying our LGBTQIA+ customers’ stories and resources throughout June.

How does SimplePractice support and empower the LGBTQIA+ members of your team? 

Initially an employee-led initiative, our ERG has evolved over the years. With the guidance of our dedicated DEIB Director, Monica Davis, we’ve been able to establish a formal structure, providing a platform for our passionate ERG leadership team to spearhead initiatives that foster community and belonging. This has allowed us to continuously innovate and implement programs that best serve our LGBTQIA+ team members. At the core of our mission is fostering meaningful contribution, and all team member voices are instrumental in shaping our direction.

We actively seek volunteer opportunities, from local LGBTQIA+ centers to virtual events like our recent Power Blossoms collaboration, aiming to impact marginalized communities.

We also prioritize creating spaces for social connection and education. From virtual to in-person social gatherings, like our West Hollywood lunch social, we provide opportunities to build relationships and celebrate our diverse identities. We recognize the importance of education, including our speaker events on topics such as gender identity and pronoun awareness, furthering our commitment to fostering inclusivity and understanding.
 

Beyond the month of June, what are some examples of ways SimplePractice supports or advocates for the LGBTQIA+ community?

There is a strong track record of receptiveness to employee feedback and working toward changes to reflect the team’s voice. The establishment of the DEIB director role signifies movement toward fostering those values within our organization. 

DEIB at SimplePractice has provided support for the growth of the LGBTQIA+ ERG as well as the addition of new ERGs in the company. This has provided a framework and financial support to our ERGs, empowering us to expand our programs and initiatives. While there is ongoing work to be done, I am confident in our leadership’s commitment to listening to our team members’ voices and supporting efforts to advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community.