Forward Counseling and Consultation (FCC) therapist believe in a supported environment with strong connection to peers and professional and personal growth. We understand this often comes from the process of critical and supportive feedback to help each other grow and function more effectively in our professional roles. FCC offers this support to outside providers and agencies by providing safe, professional spaces to consult with seasoned professionals for your growth and development. If you are interested in discussing rates, style and structure please reach out for a free 30 minute consultation before deciding on services with FCC. We would love to meet with you to determine if we are a good fit for your current needs.
Current Peer Consultation Groups
Join facilitators Alej Perez-Kohl, LMFT, and Nova Zeldin, LMFT, of Forward Counseling and Consultation for a collaborative space where clinicians are invited to engage in both clinical and reflective consultation.
As clinical supervisors in training, both Alej and Nova will host two focused groups aimed at enhancing and expanding our clinical and relational skills working with LGBTQIA2S+ clients using a systemic, anti-punitive, justice-centered approach. The goal of this consultation space is to create a robust network of support and resources for clinicians to use with their LGBTQ+ clients, improving our therapeutic approaches, and increasing access to care for LGBTQ+ community members.
Held on the first and third Friday of the month at 12 p.m. (noon), there are two spaces to choose from:
All Clinicians Group, First Fridays: This group is for clinicians of all identities who are interested in enhancing their work with LGBTQIA2S+ clients, increasing their knowledge and skill set, and who are open to unlearning biases they may carry in working with LGBTQIA2s+ clients.
LGBTQ+ and/or Questioning Group, Third Fridays: This group is for clinicians who identify as being a part of the LGBTQIA2S+ and/or Questioning community who would like to be in community with other clinicians navigating how to support LGBTQIA2S+ clients, how to balance and process systemic concerns that impact the self of the therapist as well as the clients we are working with, and any other clinical or reflective content that is important to address.
ABOUT NOVA – Emma “Nova” Zeldin (they/them) specializes in neurodivergent affirming care and providing a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals. Nova works with couples, families, and individuals of all ages. Utilizing a client-centered and systemic approach, Nova creates a safe and supportive space to navigate the many influences in life and find your own personal path. They are a nurturing and compassionate provider who will work with you to find and meet your goals. They are committed to a justice-centered approach to consultation. To learn more, you may explore their personal site: www.resiliencetherapyandconsulting.com
ABOUT ALEJ – Alej Perez-Kohl (they/them) is a narrative and collaborative trauma-informed therapist who focuses their therapeutic work with LGBTQIA2S+ and/or multiracial individuals and couples. Alej approaches work with marginalized community members from a decolonized, justice and liberation-centered lens. It is their hope to support other clinicians in feeling emboldened to approach therapy in a decolonized, deconstructed way that supports client’s progress beyond traditional psychology and psychotherapy strategies. Learn more about Alej at pekotherapy.com
When: First and third Friday at 12 p.m. (noon) – 1 p.m. CST
Where: Virtual via Google
Cost: Sliding scale fee of $0 to $20
Who: Maximum of 6 registrants, plus 2 facilitators.
Registration closes at 5 p.m. Wednesday before the consultation time.
Payment accepted via Zelle Invoicing. Payment is due at the time of registration to hold your place. Payment is non-refundable.