Where faith meets practice ownership—equipping you for growth, clarity, and lasting impact.

Wise Practice Summit 2026

October 8-10, 2026

Nashville, Tennessee

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You’re Building a Practice… But You Don’t Want to Do It Alone


And as a faith-based practice owner, there’s an added layer:

  • How do I integrate my faith into my business?

  • How do I talk about faith with clients or in my marketing?

  • How do I build something that reflects my values?

It can feel isolating.

You want connection with other practice owners who understand both the business side and the faith side of what you’re building.

This Isn’t Just Another Conference

It’s a space for:

  • Genuine connection with other faith-based practice owners

  • Meaningful conversations about faith, leadership, and business

  • Building relationships that last far beyond the event

You won’t just learn. You’ll connect.

You’ll be surrounded by people who understand your journey—and many attendees leave with lifelong friendships and a strong support system.

And when you leave, you won’t just feel inspired.

You’ll have:

  • Clarity on your next steps

  • A renewed sense of purpose

  • A better rhythm for spiritual and professional balance.

Find Your People.

This is more than education.

It’s a room full of therapists who:

  • Understand your challenges

  • Share your goals

  • Want to grow alongside you

You don’t have to build your practice alone anymore.

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It All Begins Here

Keynotes & Speakers

Learn from Experts Who Understand Private Practice

  • SUMMIT HOST & PANELIST: Whitney Owens, LPC

    Being Present to a World in Pain: Helping Therapists Stay Grounded in Their Clinical Work and Leadership

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  • SPEAKER & PANELIST: Amy Dover, LMFT

    From Calling to Stewardship: The Therapist’s Journey from Clinician to Christian Practice Owner

    About

  • SPEAKER & PANELIST: Laura Long, MS, LMFT, LMFT/S, MBA

    Beyond Group Practice: Designing Sustainable Income Streams That Fit Your Skills, Values, and Season of Life

    About

  • SPEAKER & PANELIST: Zachary Ufland, LMFT

    Organize Your Practice in a Way That Works

    About

  • Joshua Brummel

    The Practice Owner as Cultivator: Operational Frameworks for Building a Sustainable and Scalable Private Practice

    Website
  • Derrick Boger, MA

    Derrick Boger, MA

    When Faith Meets the Therapy Room: Purpose-Driven Counseling

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  • Lillianis J Cruz, LMHC

    Trauma-Informed Care Through a Faith Lens: How clinicians can support churches in responding to trauma.

    Website

  • Brent Stutzman

    How to Rank Your Website on AI Search Platforms

    Website

  • Bryan Purcell, Ph.D.

    From Fraud to Faithful Action: A Faith-Informed ACT Approach to Imposter Thoughts for Private Practice Owners

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  • Jennifer Hobbs, MA, LCMHC

    Serving High-Risk Youth in Faith-Based Settings: Ethical and Operational Considerations for Practice Owners

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  • Dawn Gabriel, MA, LPC

    The Inner Life of the Therapist: Spiritual Formation, Limits, and Resilience

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  • Wise Practice Consultants Panel

    Building Sustainable and Ethical Counseling Practices: A Panel Discussion with Experienced Practice Owners

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Each session is designed to give you practical strategies you can implement immediately—not just ideas.

What You’ll Learn at the Summit

  • How to Build a Profitable Private Practice Without Burnout

  • Marketing Your Therapy Practice Without Feeling Salesy

  • Navigating Money as a Christian Practice Owner

  • Hiring, Leadership, and Growth

  • Integrating Faith Into Your Practice in an Ethical and Authentic Way

  • And more!

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*Packages are on slide 13

Meet The Sponsors

A Space Designed for Growth

Event Venue

The Sheraton Grand Hotel

Nashville, Tenessee

“Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown makes it easy to get involved in all of the iconic things Music City has to offer. Shop, dine, and create the soundtrack of your life downtown at the various honky tonks along Broadway, catch a hockey game at Bridgestone Arena, attend your favorite touring artist's concert or cheer on your favorite football team at Nissan Stadium, or escape the flashing lights and the bustle of Broadway to a tranquil scene at Centennial Park. Our modern hotel is also mere minutes from the legendary Grand Ole Opry and major city and state government offices.”

-The Sheraton Grand

Attendees will receive a special discounted room block rate after registration.

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Enjoy A 360-Degree View Of The City

At the very top of the Sheraton Grand, you’ll find a stunning space surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a full 360-degree view of Nashville. This breathtaking setting is where we’ll come together for our happy hour gathering.

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What Summit 2025 attendees are saying…

  • The people are awesome and this year's location has been the best one yet!

    Brent Stutzman, TheraSaaS

  • I feel like every year I come away with something that I find to be beneficial in helping me to take the next steps in my practice.

    Marcken Volmy, Bedrock Counseling

  • I loved connecting in person with people I see on a weekly basis in the Wise Practice Community. The Summit allowed me to re-focus and take time to ask God for direction for the upcoming year.

    Lillianis Cruz, Hope Behavioral Health

  • God focused community, fellowship and professional development. Devoted time to focus on values, finances, and leadership that impact your business.

    Jaclyn Bailes, Cypress Roots Counseling

  • I enjoyed the community of like minded business owners that understand exactly what I was going through. More than that, they understood it but also had answers that work.

    Melissa Griffing, Wellnest Counseling

  • I love meeting other practice owners who understand what it means to do this difficult work. I also loved the Christian context and spirit of friendliness that this conference offers. I have been to other conferences that felt competitive. This conference is different because it is first and foremost about finding genuine community as we go about building excellent practices.

    Susan Doak, Newberg Counseling & Wellness

  • I thoroughly enjoyed my first Wise Practice Summit. I have already joined the Wise Practice community and attended a Group mastermind, and I am very pleased that I also joined the Summit Conference. I was able to meet old and new colleagues that were able to relate with me with authenticity, encouragement and loads of support! Between the amazing classes, wonderful food and snacks, and fun activities, it was a great two and half days. I had some specific questions that I needed to be answered and I believe I was able to receive a lot of clarity on those. I felt the love at this summit and felt seen, heard, and understood. Thank you to Whitney Owens and her amazing leadership team.

    David Sanchez, Charlotte Counseling Associates

  • Attending a conference geared towards practice owners allowed me the opportunity to spend a few days really digging into the structure and execution of my business. So many times, I invest in myself purely from a clinical perspective. This conference provided relevant and useful tools to enrich how I run the business.

    Lauren Bowman, Dwell Christian Therapy & Training

  • Each year I've attended, I have enjoyed the ease of connecting with like-minded practice owners, and have felt God's love through them. This year was no different. I enjoyed the variety of topics offered and each one was relevant whether it was confirming my decision to pivot back to solo practice or sharing valuable wisdom in managing finances.

    Mary Ann Green, Nurtured Soul Counseling & Wellness

  • The WISE Conference is a refreshing blend of reflection and strategy for both solo and group practice owners. There’s something powerful about being surrounded by other faith-driven leaders who genuinely celebrate your wins while sharing their own hard-earned wisdom. Whitney curates not just a learning experience, but a space for realignment and renewed purpose.

    Nicole Brewer, reTHINK Therapy

  • I enjoyed the community aspect of the conference. Everyone in the Wise Practice community is friendly and approachable. I love the way Whitney sees each members unique gifts and abilities and immediately brings them to light before others.

    Wendy Failor, Compassion Cove Counseling

  • Great people, great food, and great outcomes. Wise practice continues to be my favorite event of the year and always delivers a great event with awesome speakers that help you grow.

    Joshua Brummel, Therapy Flow

  • I appreciated the applicable topics and meeting with others who also run faith-based practices.

    Mary Kathryn Nader, Hope Counseling & Consulting

  • I appreciated the interactions with other faith-based clinicians and practice owners. The things I learned were so useful and applicable to my current practice situation. I'm so glad I attended!

    Danna Dahl, Re:Vive Counseling, Consulting, & Training

  • [What I enjoyed most was] connections, knowledge gained, location

    Dr. Rhonda Johnson, CCFAM

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Summit Questions

  • Your summit ticket is $850 for access to all presentations and dining experiences.

  • You may request a refund via email to whitney@wisepracticeconsulting.com.

    Refunds will be given in full up to 90 days prior to the event.

  • You may send your complaint or dispute to whitney@wisepracticeconsulting.com with a detailed explanation of the situation. Your concern will be addressed with 5-7 business days by the Wise Practice Consulting team.

For more on refunds, read our cancellation & refund policy

Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Tentative Schedule

Schedule is subject to change

  • Morning Sessions: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM

    Lunch

    Afternoon Sessions: 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM

    Happy Hour: 5:00 PM

  • Morning Sessions: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM

    Lunch

    Afternoon Sessions: 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM

    Annual Karaoke Night: 7:00 PM

  • Morning Sessions: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM

    Summit 2027 Reveal

    Closing: 12: 00 PM

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