Referrals and marketing
Stay visible to the right patients.
Your marketing support does not end when you launch. We help strengthen your visibility and referral flow as your practice evolves.
- Profile visibility
- Referral support
- Ongoing marketing
FOUNDED BY THERAPISTS IN 2011
Build your practice with people who know what it takes.
We exist to make private practice sustainable. You stay in control of how you practice. We take on the operational work, help new clients find you, and make sure you’re never figuring it out alone.
- Founded in 2011
- Same core leadership
- Clinician-led
Why clinicians choose GLPG
Build a practice that can work for the long run.
Support should help you grow without asking you to give up the independence that brought you to private practice.
Support
Experienced people in your corner.
From billing and credentialing to clinical questions, you’ll have a team that knows private practice well and is glad to help.
- A dedicated point of contact
- Clinical consultation
- Professional development
Independence
Run your practice, your way.
You set your schedule, shape your caseload, and choose where and how you work. Our support fits around the practice you want.
- Your schedule
- Your caseload
- Your work setting
A steady hand behind your practice
The people behind your practice matter.
A lot can change when a practice is acquired or leadership turns over. Our story has been unusually consistent.
Great Lakes Psychology Group was founded in 2011 and is still run by the same core group. Our long-tenured leadership team is made up largely of clinicians, so decisions stay grounded in how private practice actually works.
20114 clinicians
Founded in Clarkston, Michigan
Dr. Kneip and three fellow clinicians open a practice built around what therapists need to run their own caseloads.
Richard Kneip, PhD, LP
CEO and Founder
2015
More than a group practice
We started building our own tools and support team in-house, so we could fix what wasn't working for clinicians instead of waiting on someone else.
2022
Harbor launches
Our own system for scheduling, notes, and billing, shaped by years of clinician feedback.
2026~1,000 clinicians
15 years, still led by clinicians
The same leadership team, made up of psychologists, counselors, and social workers, not investors.
Looking ahead
Shaped by clinicians
What we build next comes from ideas our therapists share and vote on. Our focus stays where it's always been: supporting and growing your practice.
Your next chapter
Your practice, with a team behind it.
Whether you’re just starting out or ready for a change, we’d love to hear where you want your practice to go.
Tell us what you want to build.
Share a few details and our team will help you understand whether Great Lakes Psychology Group is the right fit.
Insurance + credentialing
Insurance should open doors, not become your full-time job.
Build access to established plans in your market with enrollment guidance, verification support, and experienced billing teams behind you.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare
- Medicare
- Regional plans
Credentialing
We walk you through payer enrollment and keep the details on track so you can start seeing clients sooner.
Eligibility checks
We help confirm coverage before the first appointment, so you and your clients know what to expect.
Claims follow-through
Experienced billing teams track claims, address denials, and keep your payments on track.
A billing team you can reach
Questions about a claim, a payment, or a payer’s requirements go to people who know private practice billing well. You’ll get clear answers and a plan for next steps, so your time stays focused on your clients.
Some qualified clinicians may be able to begin seeing patients in as little as 30 days. Timelines vary by payer and state.
Practice management
Everything you need to run your practice, in one connected place.
Harbor is our own practice platform, designed with input from GLPG clinicians. It brings scheduling, documentation, billing, and support together around the way you work, so more of your day goes to your clients.
- Scheduling and calendar tools
- Billing and claim visibility
- Practice performance insights
- Insurance verification support
- Control when you’re open to new clients
- HIPAA-compliant systems and support
“I can tell that Harbor was created with clinicians in mind.”
Jeffrey Lusko, LLPBilling + payments
Know how you’re paid and where your revenue stands.
Your income is easier to plan around when you can see it clearly. You’ll know how your pay works from the start, our billing team keeps claims on track, and Harbor gives you the visibility you need.
Your practice
Billing supportTransparent pay structure
We share how pay works upfront, before you decide to join.
Payment visibility
Track claims and payments in Harbor whenever you want to check in.
Clinician experiences
Real practices. Real clinician perspectives.
“I’ve really enjoyed the recent updates made in Harbor.
I also really appreciate the Billing team—they are always phenomenal, and I trust them to get things handled for my practice.”
Trudy Prahler, LCPCIllinois“I’ve worked with different platforms, and there’s truly no comparison to the level of support I’ve received with GLPG.
The support team is strong, responsive, and always helpful. GLPG also offers many resources, including in-person office space for meeting with clients, which is an amazing opportunity for clients who really need that level of connection. Clinicians receive many additional benefits and resources through GLPG as well.”
Kala Hutchinson, LPCMichigan“I have really enjoyed working with GLPG and have felt very supported.
The client and provider support is exceptional—the teams are always very quick and thorough in their responses and work toward a resolution. I also really appreciate Harbor. It is user-friendly and provides everything I need to complete my documentation without having to create additional pieces on my own.”
Elysabeth Meehan, LCSWWisconsin“GLPG has exceeded my expectations since joining and building my practice.
I can tell that Harbor was created with clinicians in mind, and I’ve been very impressed with my overall experience and the support I’ve received. I cannot say enough good things about my experience with GLPG and have happily shared this with anyone willing to listen.”
Jeffrey Lusko, LLPMichigan“Working with Great Lakes Psychology Group has given me the opportunity to return to my passion for therapy while having the support I need behind the scenes.
With assistance managing insurance, billing, and referrals, I’m able to focus more fully on what matters most - my work with clients. I have felt tremendous support from the GLPG team. They are consistently responsive, thoughtful, and ready to help me. I feel confident stepping into this role with the support of the GLPG team.”
Kaitlin Deckard, LICSWMinnesota“I’ve really enjoyed my time with GLPG so far.
The communication has been exceptional, and I’ve felt very supported throughout the onboarding process and as I’ve gotten started with clients. I’m especially grateful for the responsiveness and guidance I’ve received from the team.”
Pamela Jeremias, LMSWMichigan“I feel incredibly supported by GLPG in my practice.
I have the assistance, resources, and tools that I need with the freedom and autonomy to handle my own scheduling and activities to fit my practice’s unique needs.”
Allyssa Machnik, LMSWMichigan
Deep roots where it matters
Work in person when it fits your practice.
GLPG offers comfortable, professional office opportunities in select Midwest markets for clinicians who want to see clients on site.
Real therapy spaces
Welcoming rooms designed for in-person care.
Flexible ways to work
Choose in-person, telehealth, or a mix based on location and availability.
Midwest presence
Local office opportunities backed by a broader support team.
FOR EVERY STAGE
Support that grows with you.
What you need in your first year looks different from what you need in your tenth. Our support adjusts as your practice does.
Starting
Get up and running
Credentialing support, practice setup, and a team to help you find your footing.
Growing
Grow your caseload
Ongoing marketing to help new clients find you, billing support, and flexibility as your practice takes shape.
Established
Shape your practice for the long run
Your schedule and caseload in your hands, the operational side running smoothly, and professional development to keep you learning.
A clear path forward
Simple, transparent, and designed for your success.
Know what comes next, who is helping, and what depends on your state, license, and payer mix.
Explore the fit
Tell us how you want to work and what you need from the network.
Build your launch plan
Understand credentialing, setup, timelines, and the support available in your market.
Start at your pace
Some clinicians can begin seeing patients in as little as 30 days. Timing varies.
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Frequently asked questions
What clinicians usually want to know.
- Your visibility does not stop after launch. GLPG supports your presence through therapist profiles, referral pathways, and ongoing marketing designed to help the right patients discover your practice. The mix can evolve as your caseload and goals change.
Your practice. Your direction.
A stronger practice can still feel completely like your own.
Let's talk about what you want to build and the support that would actually make a difference.