Wise Practice Podcast

Healing What's Within: A Conversation with Chuck DeGroat on Trauma, Healing, and Faith In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Chuck DeGroat, a seasoned pastor, therapist, and author. They delve deep into Chuck's new and previous books, discussing topics such as trauma, narcissism in the church, and the importance of doing one's own therapeutic work. Chuck share...

Graceful Transitions: Navigating Departing Therapists with Kindness and Faith In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, shares strategies for managing the departure of therapists from a practice gracefully and with a Christian perspective. She emphasizes five key steps: not taking it personally, supporting the departing...

WP 90 | Navigating Faith and Business: Whitney's Journey in Purchasing a Practice Building In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based consultant, shares a personal and faith-inspiring story about her journey to purchase a new building for her practice. From initial excitement and divine signs to roadblocks in zoning and appraisals, Whit...

Insurance Insights: Navigating Credentialing and Avoiding Mistakes with Kelley Sonnenberg Master the Essentials of Insurance Credentialing and Billing In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, interviews Kelly Sonnenberg, Billing Director at Practice Solutions. Kelly shares her extensive experience in insurance billing,...

Boost Your Practice with Google Ads: Insights from Marketing Expert John Sanders In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews John Sanders, a marketing and paid search advertising specialist focusing on Google Ads for the mental health industry. Sanders discusses his journey, from helping his wife's private practice to establishing his own company, Revkey, which spec...

Building a Successful Faith-Based Practice and Achieving Efficiency with Michael Ashford In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Michael Ashford, the Director of Marketing at The Receptionist in Denver, Colorado. Michael shares his insights on growing a faith-based practice, the importance of effective communication, and efficient systems for managing a therapy...

Streamlining Faith-Based Therapy: Thrizer's Revolutionary Billing Solution   In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, discusses how faith-based practice owners can grow their practices, and enjoy their lives. She introduces Thrizer, a cutting-edge company that simplifies the process of out-of-network billing, making th...

Avoid Common Pitfalls When Leasing or Buying Office Space with Colin Carr   In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based consultant, discusses common mistakes in leasing and buying office space with Colin Carr, the founder and CEO of Carr, the leading provider of commercial real estate services for healthcare tenants and buyers. Whitney emphas...

Building Strong Relationships Between Therapists and Churches   In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, interviews Cameisha Brewer, a therapist, speaker, and author. They discuss practical strategies for therapists to build relationships with pastors and churches, emphasizing the importance of genuine connection and s...

The Essential 5 Questions before Starting a Group Practice with Amy Dover In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens introduces Amy Dover, a Group Practice Owner and WISE Practice Consultant. Amy shares valuable insights for solo practice owners contemplating the transition to a group practice. She outlines five essential questions to consider: 1) Do you want to manage people...

Transitioning from Solo Practice to Thriving Business: Insights and Strategies In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens, a faith-based practice consultant, discusses with guest David Sturgis the mindset shifts necessary for therapists transitioning from solo practice to successful business owners. They explore David's journey from working in psychiatric care to starting a p...

Navigating Religious Trauma in Therapy and Growing Your Faith-Based Practice Whitney Owens, a group practice owner and faith-based practice consultant, sits down for a detailed conversation with Chris Conley about religious trauma—defining it, its impacts, and therapeutic approaches to support affected clients without imposing religious agendas. Conley also offers resources for further understandi...

Integrative Healthcare and Entrepreneurial Success: A Deep Dive with Jessica Nemecz   This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast highlights the upcoming Wise Practice Summit in Charlotte, seeking event sponsors, and shares a testimonial from a past sponsor about the value of partnering with Wise Practice. Host Whitney Owens then interviews Jessica Nemecz, a mental health therapist and business owne...

Financial Stewardship: A Christian Perspective for Practice Owners In today's rapidly evolving world, managing finances, especially from a Christian perspective, takes more than mere calculation; it demands a conscious integration of faith into our financial decisions. In the latest episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, Whitney Owens delves into this complex topic with seasoned financial expert Ra...

Navigating Faith-Based Practice Growth and Community Support Whitney Owens, a faith-based practice consultant and group practice owner, talks about the importance of community and support for faith-based practices. This episode features a guest, Alana Smith, owner of Mariposa Counseling and Mariposa Recovery, discussing her journey to private practice and the impact of attending the Wise Practice...

Expanding and Nurturing Faith-Based Practices: Insights and Community Building Thanks for listening to the show. This episode spotlights the significance of connecting with other faith-based owners and empowering practices through various means, including live meetings, content, courses, and shared experiences within small groups. Testimonials from community members underscore the value of such a...

Transitioning from Solo to Group Practice: Insights and Strategies In this Wise Practice Podcast episode, the host interviews Liz Fava, owner and director of Fava Counseling Associates, about transitioning from a solo to a group practice. They discuss the challenges of implementing new systems and processes necessary for group management, like intake procedures and communication methods. Additiona...

Confrontation in Love: Leadership, Faith, and Boundaries In this episode of the Wise Practice Podcast, host Whitney Owens interviews Scott Waters, a friend and colleague, to explore the intersection of faith, leadership, and interpersonal relationships. Scott Water has a background as a small group practice center owner, adjunct professor, and certified Enneagram coach. They talk about the importa...

Embracing Authentic Leadership in Private Practice   This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast features a deep dive into authentic leadership with Lisa Duez, an expert in leadership with over two decades of experience. Lisa, a group practice owner and trauma therapist, discusses her journey from solo practitioner to leading a large team at Turning Point Counseling and Consulting, emphasizing the i...

Faith, Letting Go, and Elevating Your Practice with Michelle Leyman The episode features a conversation with Michelle Leyman, a licensed marriage and family therapist who transitioned from a solo private practice to launching a group practice, My Therapy Connection. Michelle discusses the challenges of letting go of tasks to others, specifically focusing on the process of training an intake coordi...

Navigating Faith and Professionalism in Therapy with Jen Fredette This episode of the Wise Practice Podcast features host Whitney Owens in conversation with Jen Fredette, a psychotherapist and marketing strategist. The main discussion with Jen Fredette revolves around integrating faith into therapy and marketing, overcoming religious trauma, and authentically incorporating personal faith and profe...

A Journey of Self-Love and Fulfillment: Discussing the Book 'In Search of You' with Author Kasey Compton In this podcast episode, Kasey Compton, therapist, entrepreneur, self-love advocate, and author of 'In Search of You,' discusses her journey of healing and self-love. Her book aims to guide women on a transformative journey towards joy and fulfillment. Inspired by her experience of seeking pers...

Essential Systems for Private Practice Success In this episode of 'The Wise Practice Podcast,' Whitney Owens is joined by David Sturgis, a licensed professional counselor and business owner from Marietta, Georgia. They discuss the crucial systems that every private practice owner should have, from the significance of professional websites to the importance of using compliant email platforms like G...

Understanding the Role of a Clinical Director in Private Practice Today's show takes a look into the role of a clinical director in a private therapy practice.  Whitney Owens and Julie Roberts discuss several aspects of the role including policy writing, clinical supervision, quality improvement, documentation, and risk management. They touch upon the significance of timely, detailed, and objectiv...

Unlocking the Potential of Group Practice: An Interview with Therapist Hunter Bickers In this episode, the host interviews therapist Hunter Bickers, who shares his experiences working at Water's Edge Counseling. The discussion touches on Bickers' journey into the field of therapy. They delve into the importance of individual and group supervision and the crucial balance between autonomy and suppor...