Consulting
For Group Practice Owners
Nurse Practitioner Integration Leadership Development
Running a mental health group practice is both rewarding and complex. Whether you're just getting started or scaling an existing practice, you don't have to navigate it alone. I offer expert consulting services tailored to the unique challenges of group practice ownership—with a focus on sustainable growth, smart hiring, and strong leadership.
Offerings
Helping Practice Owners Build, Lead, and Thrive
Start-Up Support
From business planning and legal structure to systems setup and early-stage hiring, I’ll guide you through the essential steps to launch your group practice with confidence.
Practice Growth Strategy
Whether you're expanding locations, streamlining operations, or preparing for insurance paneling or credentialing, I provide clear, actionable strategies that fit your vision and resources.
Integrating Nurse Practitioners
Need help expanding your team with qualified psychiatric nurse practitioners? I specialize in helping practice owners hire, onboard, and retain NPs in a way that aligns with your clinical and business goals.
Leadership Consultation
Leadership in a group practice isn't just about management—it's about fostering culture, communication, and accountability. I’ll help you develop the skills and systems to lead with clarity and confidence.
About
Kelly
Kelly Smedley is a board-certified Clinical Specialist in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing with over 25 years of experience in the field. She is the founder and owner of Waypoint Counseling & Maternal Wellness, PLLC, a thriving multidisciplinary group practice that grew from a solo provider to a team of 31 in just five years—across two physical locations in North Carolina.
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Kelly’s success stems not only from her clinical expertise in perinatal mental health, but also from her strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to navigate the behind-the-scenes challenges of private practice—like managing insurance headaches, developing systems, and building a healthy team culture.
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Her consulting work is ideal for:
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Solo clinicians ready to grow into group practice
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Practice owners looking to expand or improve operations
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Leaders needing support with hiring, supervision, and team dynamics
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Anyone struggling to balance clinical care with the demands of running a business
With a background that includes leadership roles in hospital and academic settings—including the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill—and real-world success as a private practice owner, Kelly brings both vision and practical know-how to her consulting.
She offers customized consultations to help practice owners clarify their goals, create sustainable systems, and build practices that reflect their values—without burning out.
Rates
60 minute Consultation: $250
30 minute Consultation: $125
Grow your practice with confidence.
Schedule a consultation directly with Kelly today.
Empower your leadership. Streamline your systems. Build a practice you’re proud of.