Finding Group Practice Difficult?
We know exactly how this feels. We have been there.
Hi! We are Ken Urie and Ernie Schmidt – two licensed therapists and business coaches who are also group practice owners with multiple locations. We have helped Group Practice owners around the country just like you successfully reduce overwhelm, find more time, increase profit and navigate the myriad challenges of creating a smooth-running, profitable Group Practice.




For two days we will get together for in-person training, personal feedback, motivation, and FUN and all day Saturday and Sunday
Ken Urie, LMHC is the owner and director of Mill Creek Family Services, a flourishing Group Practice with two locations in the Pacific Northwest. Ken is passionate about creating an extraordinary work experience for his team members. His group includes more than 35 therapists, an Assistant Director, Practice Manager and a 7-member superstar administrative support staff.
Ernie Schmidt, LCSW is the founder and owner of Palo Alto Therapy, a remarkably successful fee-for-service Group Practice in the heart of Silicon Valley, California. Mentored by Joe Bavonese (Group Practice Coaching Legend) for 10+ years, he has been a model of success for Group Practice development. Ernie’s dedicated team includes over 25 therapists and 5 administrative employees and three locations in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, & San Jose, CA.