The work of a mental health professional can be both rewarding and demanding. Therapists, counselors, and organizations alike often benefit from mentorship, collaboration, and structured training to strengthen their practice and create lasting impact for the communities they serve. That’s where our training and consultation services come in.
At Oakland DBT & Mindfulness Center, we believe that meaningful professional development is more than acquiring new skills—it’s about cultivating confidence, clarity, and connection. Whether you’re a clinician seeking expert consultation on complex cases or an organization striving to build a stronger culture of care, we provide personalized support designed to foster learning, growth, and professional fulfillment.
Why Training and Consultation Matter
Even the most experienced clinicians can feel the weight of working with challenging clients or navigating shifting treatment landscapes. Consultation offers a structured space for reflection, problem-solving, and refining approaches. For organizations, training provides staff with evidence-based tools and strategies to improve outcomes, reduce burnout, and align practices with the latest advancements in mental health care.
When professionals engage in thoughtful consultation and training, they not only sharpen their expertise but also renew their sense of purpose and satisfaction in the work they do.
Professional Consultation: Guidance Tailored to Your Needs
Individual Consultation
One-on-one consultation offers a confidential space to discuss cases, enhance clinical decision-making, and expand your therapeutic toolkit. Our consultants draw from diverse backgrounds in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based approaches, trauma-informed care, and relational therapy to provide nuanced support tailored to your needs.
Therapists often turn to consultation when:
- Facing challenging client presentations.
- Seeking feedback on treatment strategies.
- Integrating new therapeutic frameworks into practice.
- Wanting to prevent burnout and maintain professional resilience.
Group Consultation
Collaboration can be a powerful form of learning. Our group consultation sessions create opportunities for professionals to share perspectives, discuss clinical challenges, and explore strategies within a supportive community. These sessions are designed to foster collective growth, strengthen clinical skills, and reduce professional isolation.
For many therapists, group consultation becomes a vital source of connection, accountability, and renewed energy in their work.
Training for Organizations: Building Stronger Teams
We recognize that organizations—whether clinics, schools, or community agencies—face unique challenges in providing adequate mental health support. That’s why we design customized training programs that reflect your team’s goals, client populations, and organizational culture.
Examples of training topics include:
- Practical DBT skills for use in individual and group settings.
- Mindfulness-based strategies for staff and clients.
- Trauma-informed practices to create safer therapeutic environments.
- Emotion regulation techniques to prevent staff burnout.
- Building Resilience and Well-being within Professional Teams.
Every training is interactive, collaborative, and designed to translate theory into practice. Our goal is to equip your team with actionable tools they can apply immediately.
If you’d like to see how these offerings fit into the broader scope of our services, you can review our full range of therapy and wellness services offered at Oakland DBT & Mindfulness Center.
Who We Work With
Our consultation and training services are designed for:
- Licensed clinicians seeking ongoing professional support.
- Agencies and organizations interested in building a culture of care.
- Schools and universities are seeking to improve mental health services for their students.
- Healthcare providers want to integrate evidence-based practices.
- Community groups are committed to improving collective well-being.
While we do not provide clinical supervision for unlicensed therapists, our team occasionally brings interns onto our staff to gain direct experience. Professionals interested in collaboration are always encouraged to connect with us.
Our Team of Experienced Consultants
Each member of our team brings a special background, combining expertise in DBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and relational therapy. What unites us is a shared commitment to professional growth and compassionate mentorship.
When you reach out, we’ll match you with a consultant who aligns best with your needs, ensuring you receive support that feels both relevant and impactful. Our consultants are not only skilled therapists but also experienced educators and mentors, dedicated to helping colleagues thrive.
What to Expect in Consultation or Training
Step 1: Initial Connection
We begin with a conversation to understand your professional challenges, goals, and context. This helps us identify whether individual consultation, group consultation, or organizational training is the right fit.
Step 2: Customized Planning
Your consultant will collaborate with you to design a personalized plan. For clinicians, this may involve setting consultation goals or case priorities. For organizations, it means outlining training topics, formats, and learning objectives.
Step 3: Ongoing Support
Consultation is often most effective when it’s consistent. Many professionals choose ongoing sessions to maintain support, deepen their learning, and sustain professional satisfaction. Training engagements may include follow-up sessions or extended learning modules to ensure lasting impact.
The Value of Continued Learning
In mental health, growth is a lifelong process. Consultation provides clinicians with the opportunity to refine their practice, while training enables organizations to serve their communities better. Together, these services create ripple effects—clients benefit from more effective care, staff feel more supported, and organizations become stronger.
For clinicians interested in structured learning environments, our DBT skills classes also provide opportunities to deepen knowledge in practical, evidence-based strategies that can enhance both personal and professional growth.
Investment in Your Professional Development
The cost of professional growth is an investment in long-term effectiveness and satisfaction. Consultation fees are available on an hourly basis, while training fees are determined based on scope, format, and duration.
For detailed information on consultation and training costs, please review our transparent pricing page. Knowing what to expect financially allows you to make educated decisions about your professional development journey.
Taking the Next Step
Professional growth thrives on connection, reflection, and collaboration. Whether you’re an individual clinician navigating complex cases or an organization seeking to strengthen your team, our training and consultation services are designed to support you every step of the way.
Reach out today to discuss your goals and discover how we can partner with you to create meaningful, lasting change—for yourself, your team, and the communities you serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between consultation and supervision?
Consultation provides licensed professionals with guidance, feedback, and support to enhance their practice, while supervision is for pre-licensed therapists working toward clinical hours. Our center focuses on consultation to help experienced clinicians refine skills and gain fresh perspectives.
How are organizational trainings customized?
We design each training around your team’s needs, goals, and client population. From DBT skills to trauma-informed care, the content is tailored to ensure practical strategies that participants can apply immediately in their work.
Can I schedule both individual and group consultations?
Yes, many clinicians choose a combination of both. Individual consultation allows for focused case discussions, while group consultation offers collective wisdom and shared learning from peers in a supportive setting.
Who benefits most from consultation services?
Licensed therapists, counselors, and healthcare professionals seeking guidance on complex cases or wishing to deepen their therapeutic approach often find consultation invaluable. It’s also highly beneficial for professionals wanting to prevent burnout and strengthen resilience.
What can I expect from the first consultation session?
Your first session will focus on understanding your current challenges, clinical goals, and areas of support you’d like to explore. Together, we’ll outline a plan for ongoing consultation that is flexible, collaborative, and aligned with your professional development.