About

Your education as a successful group practice opener starts (and continues) here with our world class content-including in-depth free guides, popular industry podcasts, premium courses and more.
Meet Maureen

Meet Maureen

Hi there! I’m Maureen Werrbach, LCPC, and I’ve traversed the challenging but rewarding journey from launching a private practice to scaling it into a thriving group business. Like many in the social service field, I graduated without a clue on how to run a business. Yet, through relentless research, trial, and error, I uncovered effective strategies and pitfalls of managing a counseling group practice.

My passion lies in demystifying this process for others. At The Group Practice Exchange, I aim to be the resource I once wished for-offering guidance that’s not only about the mechanics of starting and growing a practice but also about mastering the nuances of leadership within the health sector.

As a founder and owner of Urban Wellness, a flourishing multi-location group practice in Chicago, I have firsthand experience in balancing the dual goals of making a significant social impact and running a successful business. I understand that many healthcare professionals prioritize direct service over business management, and that’s precisely where I can help.

Through The Group Practice Exchange, I share my insights and learnings as a coach, educator, and trainer dedicated to social service professionals. Whether it’s hosting The Group Practice Exchange Podcast, co-hosting the Group Practice Owners Summit, or working as a certified Fix This Next advisor, my ultimate mission is to equip group practice owners not just to succeed in business but to amplify their impact on the communities they serve.

Let’s make your practice a beacon of well-being and organizational excellence!

Mission

To provide accessible, practical, and personalized guidance through community, consulting, and expert resources, enabling practice owners to streamline operations, develop accountable leadership teams, and build practices that serve them, not the other way around.

Vision

To empower mental health group practice owners to create thriving, sustainable businesses that align with their personal values and long-term goals.

Maureen's Success

Inc 5000 Founder
Inc 5000 Founder
Owner of Multiple 7 Figure Businesses
Owner of Multiple 7 Figure Businesses
Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Top Ranked Podcast Host
Top Ranked Podcast Host

Our Team

Maureen Werrbach

Maureen Werrbach

Group Practice Strategist

Melissa Burgio

Operations Assistant

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Maecenas ullamcorper justo id mauris condimentum suscipit. Pellentesque lobortis lacus ac lobortis sagittis. Proin vitae elit accumsan, condimentum ligula nec, pellentesque leo. Proin at laoreet metus, a congue erat. Nam nec semper metus. Praesent interdum, diam vitae porta dictum, neque dui tincidunt ex, sed ullamcorper ipsum elit in libero. Cras vitae cursus sem. Mauris sodales arcu nec turpis scelerisque fringilla. Phasellus id eros nulla. Maecenas porttitor tellus vel elementum sodales. Aliquam erat volutpat. Phasellus eu consectetur eros. Vivamus ac ante a nulla dapibus finibus. 2

Melissa Burgio

Melissa Burgio

Operations Assistant

Learn More

Why we exist

LEARN

LEARN

Resources for building a strong group practice foundation to support you through future growth.

EDUCATE

EDUCATE

As you start to grow, you’ll want to have some resource for you and your team to work together effectively.

GROW

GROW

Once your foundations are strong, discover new ways to grow your group practice and reach your goals.

It’s About You

You are our reason for being. Whether you’re an aspiring Group Practice owner or an established, we do what we do to give you the best results possible.

The GPE community of like-minded Group practice owners comes together and comes alive most through our community. We’d love to have you join if you haven’t already. It’s forever free, filled with exclusive content, and always optional; you can easily unsubscribe anytime. See you on the inside!

Its About You

Upcoming Speaking Engagements & Keynote Bookings

Client Testimonials

Kendra Penski

I did it!! I stepped away from my business for 5 weeks traveling with my family this summer!Shout out to Maureen Werrbach for her systems, especially the accountability equation that…

Kendra Penski

Kathryn Bowen

Maureen just saved me a lot of money and heartache. I feel like I could have spent thousands on a business coach that doesn't specialize in therapy practices, and I…

Kathryn Bowen

Have you heard the news? Maureen, Patrick Casale and Gabrielle Juliano-Villani are joining together for a 3 day Exploration of Group Practice Realities and Opportunities.

You know you're ready to Adapt and Succeed in 2025 and beyond, aren’t you?

Pricing: $399

REGISTER NOW

20% OFF BIPOC/Neurodivergent/LGBTQ+ folks using coupon code EQUITY20

Scroll to Top