For therapists
Clinical Consultation, Practice Coaching & CEUs for Therapists
CAMFT-approved CEU provider · CEPA #1032360
Consultation for licensed clinicians who want a thoughtful space to work through complex cases, coaching for therapists building or running a private practice, and continuing education grounded in depth-oriented, relational work.
From the team behind Forbes Individual and Family Therapy, a group practice in Newport Beach. In person or online.
Questions? Call (714) 497-3008
Current CEU Offerings
CEU trainings and professional development for clinicians at every stage. All offerings are CAMFT-approved.
Death by Yawn
Winnicott's “Keeping Awake” Principle and Clinical Endurance
A CEU networking morning for Orange County clinicians. Why do some sessions leave us fighting to stay awake while others keep us fully present? This presentation treats the clinical yawn as meaningful data and a potential threat to our endurance and longevity in the work if left unexamined. Enjoy coffee, pastries, and time to build lasting referral relationships with fellow clinicians.
You carry a lot. Why do it alone?
Whether you’re feeling stuck with a complex clinical presentation or overwhelmed by the "business" side of private practice, having a dedicated space to process, strategize, and grow is essential for longevity in this field.
We provide professional consultation designed specifically for therapists who want to deepen their clinical mastery or build a sustainable, thriving practice. Signs you may be a good fit for clinical consultation:
The "Sunday Scaries" have a name: You find yourself ruminating over one specific, high-acuity client all weekend and feel a sense of "dread" before their session.
The "Stuck" feeling has become a plateau: You’ve hit a wall with a long-term client and feel like you’re just "chatting" rather than doing deep, transformative work.
Countertransference is getting loud: You’re struggling to untangle your own emotional reactions from the clinical process and need a safe, objective space to process them.
The isolation is heavy: You miss the "hallway consultations" of agency life and want a high-level peer brain to help you see the blind spots in your clinical lens.
Being a therapist is deeply rewarding, but it’s also intellectually and emotionally demanding.
Maybe it’s the business side of private practice that overwhelms you
For clinicians in private practice, the stress is always one part “clinical,” and another part “business.” All too often, therapists can be suffering in both…
The suffering often looks like:
The "Feast or Famine" cycle: You’re constantly anxious about your next discharge or where the next inquiry will come from.
Income vs. Hours: You’re working maximum clinical hours but still feel like you’re just breaking even.
Fee Guilt: You struggle to set or maintain a professional rate without feeling "clinical guilt" or sliding your scale too low.
Marketing Fatigue: You’re listed on every directory but still aren't attracting the right high-fit clients for your niche.
The "Hired Hand" Feeling: You love the therapy, but the financial stress makes you feel like you’re working for your practice instead of it working for you.
Many private practice clinicians suffer privately, making it seem like everything is good on the outside. The best private practice clinicians know their limits and seek support.
How We Can Help
Bridging the gap between "getting by" and "thriving" requires more than just hard work. It requires a roadmap. Whether you are navigating a complex case or untangling your business operations, we provide the structured support you need to regain your confidence.
For Your Clinical Practice
We help you deepen your expertise so you can provide transformative care without the second-guessing.
Case Conceptualization: Move beyond the "what do I do next?" moment with structured frameworks for complex presentations.
Transference & Countertransference: Decode the relational dynamics at play. We’ll help you identify what belongs to the client, what belongs to you, and how to use that data to move the work forward.
Clinical Partnership: You don’t have to carry the heavy cases alone. We provide "more eyes" on your most difficult complexities, offering a fresh, objective perspective to reduce blind spots in your work.
For Your Business Growth
We treat your practice like the professional entity it is, helping you build a foundation that supports your life, not just your mortgage.
Operational Streamlining: Audit your current systems to eliminate administrative "drag" and reclaim your time.
Sustainable Scaling: Design a growth plan—whether that’s a group practice or a solo niche—that aligns with your long-term goals.
Strategic Positioning: Define your unique value proposition to attract the right clients and command your worth.
Meet Our Consultants
Frequently Asked Questions
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1:1 Consultations are booked at 60 minutes per meeting, remotely or in person. Your preference.
Group consultations tend to last around 90 minutes per session in accordance with CEU specifications.
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Clinical consultation is charged at $225/hour.
Business consultation is charged at $250/hour.
Group Consultation: $60-$75 per group meeting.
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You can choose who you’d like to meet with for clinical consultation between Shannon, Bryan and Kevin depending on your clinical needs and preferences.
Bryan is the only provider of business consultation services.
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Meeting frequencies can be determined together depending on your exact needs. They will be billed on a per-meeting basis.
Group meetings are predetermined and will be communicated at the time of registering for the group.
Getting Started
You don’t need a perfect plan or a tidy caseload to seek support. Whether you’re navigating clinical friction or the complexities of practice growth, recognizing that change is needed is the only prerequisite.
Ready to refine your practice? Reach out to schedule a consultation, and let’s discuss your next steps together.