4 Reasons Why I’m a Firm Believer in Consultation Groups By Irrit Mihok If you’re a licensed mental health provider, you know that this career is a marathon, not a sprint. We’ve all been there: the complex case that keeps you up at night, the ethical question with no easy answer, or the feeling ofRead more
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Feeling Stuck with Couples? How Clinical Consultation Can Support Your Growth By Shannon Heers Let’s be honest—working with couples is hard. Even as a trained therapist, sitting with two people in crisis can feel overwhelming. Maybe they interrupt, blame, shut down, or spiral into conflict. Maybe you find yourself working harder than they are. OrRead more
5 Reasons Why Clinical Consultation Groups Are Effective By Shannon Heers As a therapist in private practice, you know the work can be deeply rewarding—but also incredibly isolating. Maybe you’ve found yourself second-guessing a clinical decision, stuck in the same treatment rut with a client, or simply wishing for someone to say, “You’re not aloneRead more
How Trauma Consultation Helps Clinicians Grow By Shannon Heers Working with trauma clients is some of the most meaningful work we do as therapists. But let’s be honest—it’s also some of the most emotionally taxing and clinically complex. Whether you’re supporting clients with PTSD, complex trauma, developmental trauma, or co-occurring disorders like substance use, thisRead more
How to Navigate External Consultation for Therapists in Hospitals By Shannon Heers Working as a therapist, counselor or social worker in a hospital setting comes with unique challenges. You’re part of a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team, handling high-acuity cases, and balancing medical needs with mental health care. While hospital-based supervision may exist, it’s often limited inRead more
Why Every Therapist Should Prioritize LGBTQIA+ Consultation By Alex Regalado Sitting in silence, I was listening as one of my clients told me they had been receiving threats from members of their community due to being openly a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. As they became increasingly tearful, I became increasingly quiet, holding space forRead more
What is the Purpose of Peer Consultation in Counseling? By Shannon Heers Hello, fellow therapists! Ever feel like you’re on a lonely island, surrounded by a sea of case notes and client appointments? You’re not alone (pun intended). Many private practice therapists experience isolation and a lack of clinical support. Enter: Peer Consultation. Think ofRead more
How External Supervision and Consultation Can Help Prevent Burnout in Community Mental Health Therapists By Chris Campassi Working in community mental health can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be very challenging. Many mental health therapists, whether counselors or social workers, experience high levels of stress as they dedicate their time and energy toRead more
Improve Your Clinical Competence with Clinical Consultation By Shannon Heers As a mental health therapist, one of your primary goals is to provide the highest quality care to your clients. However, whether you’re in private practice or working in an agency without access to regular clinical supervision, the pressures of managing complex cases, ethical dilemmas,Read more
Peer Consultation: Strengthening Therapeutic Connections By Shannon Heers As a therapist in private practice, you may sometimes find yourself navigating the complexities of client care alone. Without the built-in support systems available in larger clinical settings, it’s easy to feel isolated or even second-guess your approach with certain clients. In fact, feeling isolated is theRead more
