Taken from Greek mythology, where a wise friend named Mentor guided a young man named Telemachus, a mentor is an experienced person who gives guidance, support, and advice to someone with less experience.
Professional mentoring is a collaborative relationship designed to support your clinical, professional, and personal growth. Unlike supervision, mentoring provides guidance, encouragement, and practical insight without formal evaluation.
Mentoring offers an opportunity to grow in a collaborative, supportive environment where you can:
Whether you are a new therapist, working toward licensure, expanding your private practice, or an experienced clinician seeking ongoing professional development, mentoring provides a trusted partnership focused on helping you thrive.
Whether you are starting a private practice, expanding an established practice, or looking for ongoing professional support, CCS offers individualized consultation tailored to your goals.
Consultation services are available for:
Services are offered both virtually and in person.
While supervision is required for licensure, clinical consultation provides an evaluation-free environment for peer collaboration. Unlike supervision, it allows licensed therapists to navigate complex cases, address personal barriers, and explore professional development without regulatory oversight.
Consultation is ideal for:
I have always been passionate about helping therapists grow professionally.
In 2006, when the Illinois licensing board required Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPCs) to complete 18 hours of clinical supervision training, I embraced the opportunity to strengthen my skills while developing greater clinical confidence.
In 2017, I opened my private practice with a focus on providing high-quality therapeutic care and building meaningful relationships with clients. As my practice grew, I recognized that many therapists needed more than clinical supervision—they wanted practical guidance in building successful careers, navigating private practice, and managing complex clinical situations.
Drawing on more than two decades of clinical and leadership experience, I expanded my services to provide consultation and mentoring for therapists working toward licensure as well as fully licensed clinicians throughout the United States and internationally.
Collaborative Counseling Services (CCS) provides innovative consulting and mentoring strategies and practical solutions for healthcare professionals. Whether you are launching a private practice, expanding your services, pursuing licensure or accreditation, or seeking guidance with complex clinical and operational challenges, CCS offers personalized consultation designed to support your success.
With more than 20 years of clinical, leadership, and private practice experience, I partner with organizations and mental health professionals to develop effective strategies that strengthen services, improve outcomes, and support sustainable growth.
CCS is committed to helping healthcare professionals and organizations thrive. Through thoughtful consultation, practical solutions, and collaborative problem-solving, CCS empowers clinicians and organizations to strengthen their services, improve client outcomes, and achieve long-term professional success.