KEYNOTE:
Patrick Casale, LCMHC

Patrick Casale is an AuDHD mental health therapist, Neurodivergent business coach, and prolific TEDx Speaker. He leads international retreats, summits, and coaching programs, helping entrepreneurs work through impostor syndrome, self-doubt, and paralyzing perfectionism, while embracing their authenticity. He has coined the phrase, Doubt Yourself Do It Anyway™.

He is the founder of All Things Private Practice LLC, and the host of the All Things Private Practice Podcast, and the Divergent Conversations Podcast. Patrick also owns a group psychotherapy practice in Asheville, NC.

With experience in both the clinical mental health world and the business world, he has helped hundreds of thousands of mental health entrepreneurs around the world start and grow their businesses while staying aligned to their values and dreams.
Patrick lives in Asheville, NC with his wife Ariel and his two dogs, Hudson and Hazel. He loves traveling, Lord Of The Rings, Anthony Bourdain, Ted Lasso, great cold brew coffee, and craft beer.

KEYNOTE:
Dr. Dominique Pritchett, PsyD, LCSW

Dr. Dominique Pritchett is a dynamic organizational wellness strategist, global speaker, consultant and therapist transforming wellness from good to
groundbreaking.

With over 20 years of experience, she partners with individuals and organizations to provide actionable strategies preventing burnout and sustaining peak performance.

Leveraging her doctorate in clinical
psychology and master’s in clinical social work, Dr. Pritchett founded Beloved Wellness Center™, Speak to the Soul™ and Space for Sistas®.

As a featured contributor in media outlets like BBC London Radio, Shondaland, Success, Women’s Health Magazine and The New York Times, Dr. Pritchett is not
just a strategist, speaker, consultant, and therapist—she’s a movement.

KEYNOTE:
Rebecca Wilson, MDiv

Rebecca Wilson (she/her) is a cultivator of creativity, queer poet, curious observer, and soulful storyteller, uniquely gifted at bringing people together, speaking gently to harsh realities, and stirring transformation.

When the denomination she faithfully served told her she could not be ordained and openly queer, she chose authenticity. She regularly looks back, not with regret, but rather with a deep desire to journey with others seeking liberation from the beliefs, institutions, and systems that deny our humanity and bind our spirits.

Rebecca and her 10 Camels now travel the country turning words into water through poetry, sermons, keynote addresses, workshops, and consultations. A sought-after voice for organizations ready to dive into all the things that cause and quench our thirst.

She is the author of Unraveling: Coming Out and Back Together, a collection of poems that capture her experience of coming out, surrendering her clergy credentials, and releasing the shame that was never hers to carry. She writes weekly reflections at Wednesdays at the Well on Substack.

KEYNOTE:
Rachel Bentley, MA, LPC

Rachel Bentley, MA LPC is a trained IFS Level (2)+ therapist and trained IFIO therapist. Rachel is the Founder and CEO of COR Counseling and Next Level Private Practice.

COR Counseling is a private practice that centers around trauma informed and LGBTQIA+ affirming care. COR is a 40 therapist group with physical locations in E Lansing and Ann Arbor, MI. COR also serves clients across Michigan (via Telehealth).

Next Level Private Practice assists therapists in all levels of Private Practice to include 1) Therapists that are starting out in developing their own practices 2) Solo practice owners that wish to develop additional revenue streams and/or grow into group practices 3) Group practice owners that are seeking ways to make their practices sustainable.

Find out more about COR Counseling here.
Find out more about Next Level Private Practice here.

Shawn Hondorp, PhD, ABPP

Shawn Hondorp, PhD, ABPP is a board-certified Clinical Health Psychologist and health behavior expert. She speaks nationally on the topics of health, weight, and wellness and how most of the ways we approach these issues runs counter to motivation science.

She has a top-rated podcast called The Innovative Therapist podcast for therapists and helpers who want to think deeply and creatively about ways to heal and build trust with their bodies inside and out of the therapy office.

She has unique training and experience doing research and patient care in the fields of weight management and eating disorders at top-rated hospitals and universities around the country. Her goal is to disseminate science-backed information and free as many people as possible from the drain of lack of body trust, to free up more people to create a better, more equitable, and kind world.

Brittany Bate PhD

Brittany is a licensed psychologist, entrepreneur, private practice strategy coach, trial consultant, and group therapy program fanatic. She is the owner of Be BOLD Psychology and Consulting.

Brittany has a particular interest in creating, marketing, and launching virtual therapy groups. Coming from a background working in secure facilities, group therapy was the primary modality utilized. Seeing how powerful group therapy can be, Brittany felt compelled to carry group therapy services forward into her private practice journey. Within the first four years of practice, Be BOLD has facilitated over 28 virtual therapy groups for adolescents and adults on a multitude of topics.

Finally, as a queer, cisgender woman and ADHDer, Brittany is especially passionate about supporting other LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent business owners and entrepreneurs.

Will Dempsey, LICSW (MA), LCSW

Will Dempsey is a licensed clinical social worker and the owner of Heads Held High Counseling, a thriving multistate practice specializing in queer and trans mental health. With over a decade of experience working with clients, he transitioned from insurance-based work to a fully cash-pay model, charging $200+/hour by strategically refining his niche. Now, he helps his team develop specializations that keep their caseloads consistently full.

Beyond his practice, Will has advised other group practice owners and their teams on the power of niching, demonstrating how a well-defined specialty not only attracts ideal clients but also creates financial stability and career growth. He understands firsthand how many therapists “fall into” their work without a clear focus—and how intentional niching can be a game-changer, especially in an oversaturated field.

Abigail Bartels, MA LLPC

Hi there! I'm Abby, a queer, non-binary (they/them), and disabled therapist who practices in East Lansing and virtually across the state of Michigan. I am very social justice oriented, and have been since I began unpacking how systemic issues have not only impacted myself, but many others in my life. I have experience working in political organizations, where I have advocated for women's rights, LGBTQIA+ rights, and housing rights to name a few. Clinically, I'm most passionate when providing mental health support to other queer adults, autistic adults, non-monogamous adults, and when working with those who identify as disabled.

Traci W. Pirri, LCSW-S, EMDRIA-Approved Consultant

Traci W. Pirri, LCSW-S owns a private group practice with two locations in the Austin, Texas area. She is an EMDRIA-Approved Consultant and was one of the first trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the country. Her clinical focus areas are sexual trauma, complex and attachment trauma (including adoption), dissociative disorders, and EMDR. Traci is passionate about helping other clinicians to feel confident working with complex trauma and dissociation while minimizing the risk of burnout. She is an entrepreneur, speaker, and educator on topics related to dissociation, EMDR, complex trauma, and sexual trauma.

Steffeny Feld, LCSW

Steffeny Feld, LCSW, Founder of the Intensive Design Lab, is a therapist, consultant, and business coach leading the growing movement for therapy intensives. She helps therapists design premium, transformative intensives that provide deep client breakthroughs while increasing income and flexibility. Through her programs, including the Launch Guide and the Therapy Intensive Summit, Steffeny supports therapists in structuring, pricing, and marketing intensives in a way that feels both ethical and expansive. Her work has helped hundreds of therapists break out of the traditional therapy model—prioritizing client transformation while creating more impact and freedom.

Kimberle Midgley, Enrolled Agent

Bachelors in Finance from UofM Flint, Enrolled Agent license since 2015.  Owner of Okemos Tax LLC.  Practicing tax professional for 28 years.

Elizabeth Burgess MA, LPC, NCC

Elizabeth "Betsy" Burgess MA, LPC, NCC has been working in the mental health field since graduating from Western Michigan University. Betsy has spent the last 3 years working as a practice manager for a large group practice. Betsy's areas of focus include hiring, orientation, supervision, and providing IFS based counseling services.

Alicia Banta, BSCS, CPC

In 2018, I transitioned from my career in Accounting to Healthcare Administration. During this time, I worked in Outpatient Registration while pursuing my Medical Billing & Coding Certificate from Purdue University Global. Currently, I hold the position  at the local of Vice President for the AAPC Kalamazoo, MI Chapter, demonstrating my active involvement in the field.

Katie Burt, LMSW-C

Katie Burt is a licensed clinical social worker and experienced clinical supervisor specializing in gender-affirming and neurodiversity-affirming therapy. She earned her Master of Social Work from Michigan State University in 2018 and holds a bachelor’s degree in Women & Gender Studies from Oakland University. With a strong foundation in social justice and intersectionality, Katie approaches clinical supervision through a lens that acknowledges the complex and systemic factors influencing both clients and clinicians. As a clinical supervisor at COR Counseling, a private group practice, she is committed to fostering ethical, inclusive, and affirming spaces for both clients and supervisees. She also integrates technology and evidence-based strategies to enhance supervision, track licensure progress, and support interdisciplinary collaboration. Katie is passionate about empowering clinicians to provide equitable and affirming care while navigating the complexities of private practice supervision.

Berit Elizabeth Nowicki, MA 

Berit Elizabeth is the founder of Practice Axis, the first Clinical Client Relationship Management System (CRM) designed for mental health practices. After nearly 400 hours of consulting on intake workflow optimization, it became abundantly clear to her that when the Client Care Team follows a streamlined intake process, more clients get the care they need in less time, and practice owners get the reporting insights they need to scale. Berit has experience scaling multiple businesses in the last decade, including a national fitness franchise, a sales team of financial services agents and her own training and development firm, Emotive Agility Training. Berit passionately combines business development strategies with emotional intelligence skill-building to empower Client Care Teams at mental health practices across the US in their unique and vital role with every new therapy client. She is certified in Emotional Intelligence Assessment, Body Language Training and has a masters degree in Social Psychology and Theater from NYU.

Samantha Goldberg, MSW

Samantha Goldberg (she/her) is the Founder and CEO of Open Space Counseling, Consulting & Wellness, a multi-location LGBTQIA+ affirming and racial justice-oriented group practice that provides mental health services across the state of PA. Since 2018, Open Space CCW has expanded to a diverse team of 30+ clinicians, leadership staff, and support staff, and offers a graduate-level internship program for rising clinicians who want to gain more competency in serving the LGBTQIA+ community. Through Mindsight Partners and her consulting business, Unleashed Impact, she helps business owners and organizations leverage inclusivity to drive growth, scalability, and retention while fostering positive company culture.

Kara Cruz, MA, LMFT, PMH-C

Kara Cruz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, private practice owner and clinical supervisor in the state of CA. She is also a women's mental health advocate and educator. Kara's areas of focus in her work as a therapist is Perinatal Mental Health, ADHD, Trauma, Mood and Anxiety Conditions. In addition to psychotherapy with individuals and couples, Kara also facilitates mental health training for professionals focused on women's mental health topics such as Perinatal Mental Health, Trauma, ADHD, Mood Conditions and Perimenopause. Kara is licensed in California and is EMDR trained and working towards certification.

In addition to psychotherapy, Kara leads workshops and support groups for women. Kara is also the co-owner/co-founder of Women's Support Circle, a community for women offering monthly no cost support circles, workshops and a safe space for women to gather in community, founder of Therapist's Night Out in central valley area of CA and Wellness for Women Healers, a community of professionals who work with women's wellness and mental health fields.

Dr. Arielle Jordan PhD, LCPC

Dr. Arielle Jordan is a licensed trauma therapist, EMDRIA-Approved Consultant, international speaker, and resilience strategist who helps service-driven leaders, therapists, and organizations navigate mental wellness, trauma-informed leadership, and advocacy without burnout.

As a veteran and mental health expert, Dr. Jordan specializes in resilience, trauma recovery, and leadership development, equipping professionals with the tools to create real impact—without sacrificing themselves in the process. She is the CEO of Mindset Quality, LLC, where she provides therapy, training, and consultation, and the author of United We Serve, United We Heal: A Practical Guide to Healing Racial Trauma, a transformative guide for professionals working with marginalized communities.

Dr. Jordan’s work is not about checking boxes—it’s about creating real transformation in leadership, mental health, and advocacy. Whether she’s training professionals, leading workshops, or speaking on global stages, she is committed to equipping others with the skills to thrive, serve, and lead effectively.

Joshua Brummel | Co-Founder of Therapy Flow

Joshua is the Co-Founder of Therapy Flow, a marketing and coaching company that propels therapy practices, through innovative marketing strategies and a HIPAA-compliant CRM system. With over six years working in the private practice space, he has played a pivotal role in helping practice owners build seven-figure businesses and driving marketing success for thousands of clients.
Therapy Flow is known for its ability to help therapy practices launch paid ads. Having managed more than $3 million in ad spend, they know how to not only generate consistent clients but also ensure a return on investment. Joshua is the author of 'The Flow,' a newsletter with over 15,000 weekly readers. This newsletter is a crucial resource for insights on marketing and business strategies in the private practice space.

Joshua is a passionate entrepreneur, speaker, and consultant based in Chicago, where he enjoys life with his family. He is deeply committed to empowering practice owners through holistic marketing and operational simplicity.

Alison Maples, MBA, LPC, ATR-BC

Alison Maples is the owner of Embrace Change Therapy, a counseling and art therapy group private practice in Troy and Detroit Michigan At Embrace Change Therapy, she is the Clinical Director, is a supervisor, trainer, and is in charge of all the medical billing. She is not only a counselor and art therapist, but also went back and completed her Executive MBA in entrepreneurship in 2020. Alison does private consulting on the side along with is a dog mom of 2 and does aerial arts.

Brooke Morgan, Billing Specialist 

Brooke is a passionate music lover, dedicated concertgoer, and proud dog parent. When not immersed in music, they enjoy spending time with their beloved dog and embracing life’s little joys. Whether at a stadium singing along to their favorite songs or simply enjoying a quiet moment with their pup, Brooke finds happiness in the perfect harmony of music, companionship, and adventure.

Rebecca Gerlach, LMSW CAADC and Holly Sanders-Cobb LMSW

Becca Gerlach is a therapist and owner of Being Human Group.

Holly Sanders-Cobb is a therapist, herbalist and owner of Healing Space Collective.

Both Becca and Holly have worked in substance abuse settings, delinquency, domestic violence services and a ketamine clinic prior to opening their own private practices in 2021.

Gabrielle Juliano-Villani LCSW

Gabrielle Juliano-Villani is a business mindset coach, consultant, and former group practice owner who helps therapists scale, sell, and thrive without burning out. After building and successfully selling her own 7-figure group practice in 2021, she made it her mission to help other entrepreneurs create sustainable, profitable businesses without sacrificing their mental health.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Small Business Administration coach, Gabrielle brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and business strategy to her work. She specializes in supporting practice owners as they navigate complex systems like Medicare and Medicaid billing. Her approach combines practical business strategies with mind-body techniques, drawing from her experience as an EMDR and Polyvagal-informed therapist.
Based in Sarasota, FL, Gabrielle is an international speaker and retreat leader who has been featured on NBC News, Spruce Health, and dozens of top industry podcasts. When she's not helping practice owners transform their businesses, you'll find her teaching Zumba, traveling the world, or reading psychological thrillers on the beach.

Jennifer Renick, LMSW-C

Jennifer is a dedicated clinical supervisor and mental health therapist with a passion for shaping the next generation of social workers. With a rich background in leadership and direct service, she brings a unique, multidimensional approach to supervision.

Before entering the mental health field, Jennifer spent 17 years as a general manager at Wendy’s, where she honed essential leadership skills, including team development, crisis management, and operational oversight. Jennifer later transitioned into child welfare, serving as both a frontline worker and supervisor, further strengthening her expertise in high-stakes decision-making and advocacy.

Now, Jennifer integrates these leadership experiences with traditional supervision frameworks to provide comprehensive supervision to social work limited license holders and social work interns. Her supervision style balances training, gatekeeping, and protecting clients—ensuring that new clinicians develop strong clinical skills while maintaining ethical and professional standards.

Melissa Rosinski MS, LPC-S

Melissa Rosinski is a licensed professional counselor, clinical supervisor, and the founder of Desert Lotus Counseling in Tucson, AZ, a group practice focused on mental health care for young adults and the LGBTQ+ community.

Driven by a desire to offer an alternative to burnout-heavy agency work, she founded a practice dedicated to providing high levels of supervision and support that enables therapists to care for themselves while delivering quality care to the community.

Melissa completed a 96-hour certificate in Ecotherapy from Southwestern College, and she is currently a Somatic Experiencing student in the advanced year.

As the founder and CEO of Wild Haven LLC, Melissa offers somatic, nature-based coaching, workshops, and retreats. Through her year-long Morning Altars teacher training, she developed a love for using creativity and ritual in the building of nature altars, incorporating them both in her personal practice and as a healing tool in her work with others.

An avid traveler and birder, she believes in the transformative power of connecting with the natural world for healing and growth. In 2025, Melissa will host her first international retreat in Costa Rica.

Julie Shaltry, MA LPC

Julie Shaltry, MA LPC is the owner and founder of Insight Counseling Services of Greater Lansing, LLC and has over a decade of experience in the behavioral health field. Throughout the years, Julie has navigated a dynamic journey of growth and transformation, leading the practice through numerous changes and challenges. From building a clear mission to cultivating a dedicated team, leveraging data for better decision-making, and mastering financial management, Julie has firsthand experience in all aspects of running a thriving practice.

With a passion for continuous improvement and innovation, Julie has developed a deep understanding of what it takes to sustain and grow a private practice in today’s competitive environment. This session draws from real-world lessons and practical insights that have contributed to Julie’s success in building a resilient, impactful practice that continues to evolve and serve clients with excellence.

Erin Coram, LMFT

Erin is a licensed marriage and family therapist and owner of a group private practice in Indiana, (known as Voyage Counseling).

In 2022, Erin launched Embrace for Impact, LLC where she provides coaching, consulting, community groups, retreats and speaking engagements.

In 2023, Erin and her wife created a Nonprofit called Embrace For Change Corporation. This non-profit was created to provide mental health support services to those who need financial and support services in Indianapolis, IN surrounding communities. Erin is a leader in her community and strives to create meaningful connections through her work.

Erin is a member of and a fierce advocate of the LGBTQIA+ community. Erin is also a mother of two boys, a wife, and a chronic illness warrior. Erin is also a survivor of Intimate Partner Violence.  Erin believes that it is through the owning and sharing of our own pain and healing journeys and the connections we make with others that we can have a profound impact on the world.

Destiny Flowers-Fayad, MA, LLC, CRC

Destiny Flowers-Fayad is a limited licensed professional counselor and certified rehabilitation counselor based in Michigan. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan–Dearborn and her Master of Arts from Wayne State University. Her academic background is rooted in social justice, disability advocacy, and student empowerment.

During her undergraduate years, Destiny served as a sociology research assistant and tutor, and her leadership on campus earned her the 2019 U of M-Dearborn Difference Makers award. In graduate school, she focused on disability studies and had the privilege of supporting disabled veterans in securing meaningful employment.

Since 2016, Destiny has held various roles in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping clients navigate disability adjustment, parenting stress, gender and sexuality exploration, and anxiety. Destiny brings a strong DEI lens to her work, prioritizing authentic connection, emotional safety, and meeting clients exactly where they are on their healing journey. She currently works at COR Counseling as a therapist and administrative assistant. Her duties are currently focused on marketing support.

Jaime Mills, LPC

Jaime Mills is a licensed therapist, supervisor, and practice owner. With a background in marketing throughout the years before becoming a therapist, she has used her skills and customized those strategies in order to fit the mental health industry and elevate her practice and keep her therapists schedules full. She loves helping people with the brainstorming and creativity side of marketing according to different practices various needs, all while minimizing the time and money spent. 

Lee Byers, MA, LLC, CRC

Lee Byers is a Limited Licensed Counselor who completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Missouri State University, a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Arkansas, and a Master of Science in Counseling with an emphasis on Psychiatric Rehabilitation from the University of Arkansas. Lee enjoys working with queer and neurodivergent adults as well as individuals with chronic pain conditions. In their free time, Lee enjoys hiking, reading, all manner of crafting, and hanging out with their chickens, dog, and partner.