Professional Consultation for Therapists
For therapists, Navigating Growth,
Change, or Complexity
Professional consultation offers a place to slow down, think clearly, and make grounded decisions about your clinical work, private practice, or professional next steps.
This may be a good fit if you are:
Starting or growing a private practice
Considering a move into group practice
Navigating complex clinical or business decisions
Feeling unsure about your next professional step
Looking for consultation around EMDR, IFS, OCD, or trauma-informed care
Meet Kelsey Blahnik, LCSW-S
Kelsey Blahnik, LCSW-S, is the Executive Director of The And Way Therapy Group, as well as a therapist, author, and speaker.
She offers professional consultation for therapists who are building, growing, or re-evaluating their clinical work and private practice. With experience in both public-sector mental health and private practice, Kelsey understands the pressure therapists often feel to provide meaningful care while also building something sustainable.
Through consultation, Kelsey helps therapists think through questions related to:
Starting a private practice
Growing or refining an existing practice
Expanding into a group practice
Making ethical and values-aligned business decisions
Navigating complex clinical questions
Staying grounded through professional transitions
Her approach is collaborative, practical, and rooted in the belief that therapists deserve support as they build work that is ethical, sustainable, and aligned with the kind of clinician and business owner they want to be.
Private Practice Consultation
Support for every step of your private practice journey
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Are you hoping to start a private practice and feeling overwhelmed or unsure of where to start? I'm here to provide guidance and mentorship on building your private practice.
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Are you looking to make some changes to your practice, such as switching EHRs or adding an insurance panel and want some guidance in the process? Or are you looking for someone to talk through your current practice policies to see if there's anything you could be doing to make your life easier? I'd love to help!
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Ready to take the next step in your practice by expanding and aren't sure how to manage things like payroll or supervisory billing? Or maybe you've already expanded and are looking for support as you grow into your next phase. I'd love to guide you in this exciting next step!
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Do you have an idea of who your ideal client is but struggle to find them? Or are you needing someone to brainstorm with about what type of clients are the best fit for you? I'd love to sit down with you and help you find more of the clients that bring you the most fulfillment in your practice.
Consultation Costs
Individual consultation is $150 per 50-minute session.
These sessions are for mental health professionals who want support with clinical questions, private practice development, or professional decision-making.
Consultation may be a good fit if you need help with:
A specific clinical question
A private practice or business decision
Expanding, restructuring, or leaving a practice
Case conceptualization or treatment planning
Questions about EMDR, IFS, OCD, trauma, or complex clinical work
Do I need ongoing consultation, or can I schedule one session?
You are welcome to schedule a one-time consultation or return for ongoing support as needed. Some therapists use consultation for one specific question, while others schedule recurring sessions during a season of growth, transition, or change.
Clinical Consultation
Supporting & enhancing your clinical knowledge
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Are you looking for guidance on how to blend EMDR and IFS together to best support your client's needs?
I provide guidance for therapists on how to effectively blend these two approaches to improve your client's outcomes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, I offer personalized support to help you use these modalities together.
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Whether you have a client with OCD you need to consult with an expert on, or are you looking to expand your clinical knowledge about working with clients with OCD, I'd love to share my expertise with you.
Common Questions About Consultation
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Professional consultation for therapists is a space to receive guidance, strategy, and support as you navigate the clinical, ethical, business, and emotional realities of private practice. Consultation may focus on starting a private practice, building systems, finding your ideal client, expanding into a group practice, or strengthening your clinical work through approaches like EMDR, IFS, or OCD-informed care.
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Professional consultation may be a good fit for therapists who are starting a private practice, feeling stuck in their current practice, considering leaving a group practice, expanding into a group practice, or wanting more support around clinical decision-making. It can also be helpful for therapists who want a thoughtful place to talk through business decisions without losing sight of their values, ethics, or clinical integrity.
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Yes. Consultation can help you think through the practical and emotional parts of starting your own therapy practice, including pricing, insurance, documentation, boundaries, scheduling, ideal clients, referral sources, and long-term sustainability. The goal is not just to help you start a private practice, but to help you build one that makes sense for your life, values, and clinical goals.
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Professional consultation is offered at a rate of $150 per 50-minute session. Depending on your needs, sessions may be used for a one-time consultation or ongoing support as you start, develop, or expand your private practice.
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Before starting a private practice, therapists often need to consider licensure requirements, business structure, insurance panels, private pay rates, documentation systems, ethical obligations, marketing, consultation support, and financial stability. It is also important to think honestly about your capacity, your ideal caseload, and what kind of practice model will be sustainable for you over time.
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You may be ready to leave a group practice if you want more autonomy, have a clear sense of your clinical niche, understand the financial responsibilities of private practice, and are prepared to manage the business side of your work. That said, leaving a group practice can come with hidden costs, so consultation can help you look at the full picture before making a decision.
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No. Professional consultation is not the same as clinical supervision. Supervision is typically required for licensure and includes formal oversight, evaluation, and responsibility according to licensing board requirements. Consultation is usually used by licensed professionals who want support, guidance, or another experienced perspective, but it does not replace required supervision or legal/ethical obligations.
Additional Resources
I have wrote a couple of blogs that go into further detail about some of the questions you may be pondering as you navigate starting a group practice or seek additional support in your own group practice. Click on each topic below to learn more.
Also, if you are serious about private practice in any form, I recommend the Practice of the Practice Academy as a resource for therapists building sustainable practices. In their program, you will learn more about the business side of owning a practice. I am an affiliate because I believe in the content. Click here to learn more about their program.