Adrienne Schmidt, LCSW, is a therapist, owner of Adrienne Schmidt Counseling PLLC, and co-founder of Practice Pursuit for Therapists. As co-host of the Practice Pursuit podcast alongside her friend Rachel Kimbrel, Adrienne brings a grounded, encouraging voice to the journey of building a private practice.

She’s passionate about helping therapists step into business ownership with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Adrienne draws from her own experience in private practice to offer relatable guidance, practical tools, and emotional support to clinicians navigating entrepreneurship.

Outside of work, Adrienne loves tap dancing, playing the piano, and spending quality time with her two boys.

Rachel Kimbrel, LCSW, is a dedicated therapist, owner of Brighter Minds Therapy, PLLC, and co-founder of Practice Pursuit for Therapists. As a podcast co-host alongside her close friend Adrienne Schmidt, Rachel brings warmth, honesty, and practical insight to conversations that support therapists on their journey to private practice success.

Passionate about helping fellow clinicians find autonomy, financial freedom, and the joy of running a business, Rachel draws from her own experience to guide others in building practices that align with their values and lifestyle.

When she’s not supporting other therapists or working with clients, you’ll find Rachel enjoying creative outlets like pottery and painting, playing pickleball, walking her dogs, fishing with her husband, or spending time with her family.