Whitney Owens runs a 15-person, private-pay group practice in Savannah, Georgia (just closed on their second commercial building) and Wise Practice Consulting, a faith-based consulting business for practice owners. In this conversation she and Lisa dig into what it actually means to lead authentically, why she stopped letting her therapists dictate her decisions, and why bringing in an integrator through EOS/Traction changed everything about how she leads. What You’ll Hear: How Whitney markets a faith-based niche without it feeling weird or performative, and why it's no different than marketing for ADHD or eating disorders if you're not personally in that populationThe line Whitney walks between authenticity and oversharing with her team, and how that's shifted through a recent stretch of personal loss and transition in her practiceWhy she brought on an integrator (COO) after opening a second location, what an integrator actually does day to day, and how it freed her to lead from her strengths instead of managing everyone's metricsThe story of a practice owner she couldn't convince to get help in time, and why Whitney wishes more group practice owners would reach out soonerWhy Whitney stopped letting her therapists' pushback dictate her business decisions, and what changed (including losing 13 therapists in 18 months) once she got clear on who she really is as a leader Resources Mentioned on this Episode Wise Practice Consulting — wisepracticeconsulting.comTraction by Gino Wickman (EOS)Uriah Guilford, Productive Therapist Podcast — https://productivetherapist.com/Gordon Brewer, The Practice of Therapy — [https://practiceoftherapy.com/Allison Puryear — https://www.abundancepracticebuilding.com/ Featured Guest: Whitney Owens Whitney Owens is a licensed professional counselor, group practice owner, and faith-based private practice consultant based in Savannah, Georgia. She leads a thriving multi-location, private pay group practice, a seven-figure business she has built and continues to run, without sacrificing her faith, her family, or her joy along the way. What sets Whitney apart is simple: she is doing the work. She's not teaching from borrowed playbooks or strategies that once worked years ago. She is in it every day, applying what she knows from real, current experience in a growing practice. The advice she gives is the same advice she lives by, tested and proven in her own business. In addition to running her practice, Whitney consults faith-based practice owners across the country on how to start and grow thriving businesses of their own. Through Wise Practice, she hosts summits, a weekly podcast, and a membership community dedicated to helping clinicians build practices that honor both their calling and their life. She has spoken at events including the American Counseling Association conference, the Maryland professional counselors conference, and multiple years at the Georgia Counseling Association conference. When she's not working, Whitney is exactly where she wants to be — with her husband and two daughters, out for a run, lost in a good book, relaxing in the backyard, or making memories at Disney World. Follow Whitney Owens and Wise Practice Consulting: Instagram: @wise_practice_consulting YouTube: @wisepracticeconsulting wisepracticeconsulting.com Meet the Host: Lisa Catallo Lisa is a Canadian psychotherapist, group practice owner, and business coach with over eight years of experience leading a thriving, values-driven practice. She works with therapists who are ready to step into their role as confident, ethical, and intentional leaders—without burning out or getting buried in the day-to-day. Lisa’s coaching focuses on building sustainable group practices through efficient systems, effective leadership, and a deep respect for time and energy. Her approach is calm and encouraging, offering grounded guidance that helps therapists move from overwhelm to clarity—so they can lead with confidence and purpose. Whether she’s supporting someone just starting to grow a team or helping a seasoned leader reclaim their role as CEO, Lisa brings a blend of insight, structure, and heart to everything she does. When she’s not coaching or connecting with therapists, you’ll find her hanging out with her children and grandchildren, reading, walking by the water, or dreaming up new ways to make business feel a little lighter. Connect with the Host: Website: www.grouppracticenetwork.ca Instagram: instagram.com/grouppracticenetwork Facebook: facebook.com/grouppracticenetwork LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-catallo Loved this episode? Let’s take it a step further. 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