For Mental Health Professionals
High Acuity & Crisis Clinician Group
We provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for children, individuals, and families navigating foster care and adoption—helping build trust, strengthen attachment, and support healing through every stage of the journey.
A Space for the Work That Feels Heavy
Working with complex, high-risk cases can feel isolating, even for experienced clinicians. Our monthly consultation groups create space to explore challenging situations, exchange perspectives, and develop confidence in your clinical decisions alongside professionals who understand the work.
Who It's For:
Licensed clinicians (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
Associates pursuing licensure
Community mental health professionals
Residential and inpatient clinicians
Crisis intervention professionals
Two Ways to Consult
Find the Support That Fits You
We provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for children, individuals, and families navigating foster care and adoption—helping build trust, strengthen attachment, and support healing through every stage of the journey.
Open Group
3rd Monday · 10:00 AM · Virtual
Come when you need it, without an ongoing commitment. Bring a case, ask a question, or simply listen and learn from other clinicians.
Key Details
No application required
Flexible attendance
Donation-based
Diverse clinical perspectives
Closed Group
3rd Friday · 12:00 PM · Virtual
A consistent, small group of clinicians meeting over six sessions to build trust, explore complex cases, and follow clinical progress over time.
Key Details
Six monthly meetings
Consistent group members
Donation-based
Currently full — waitlist available
The Listserv / Online Community
Ongoing Support Between Meetings
Clinical questions don't always wait for your next consultation. Our online community connects mental health professionals who work with high-risk cases, making it easier to exchange resources, find referrals, share opportunities, and learn from one another.
What You'll Find Inside:
Peer consultation and clinical questions
Referrals for higher levels of care
IOP, PHP, and residential program openings
Professional trainings and job opportunities
Connections with experienced clinicians
How to Join
1.
Submit Your Request
Complete our short form with your contact information, professional background, and licensure details.
2.
Get Verified
Carla personally reviews requests to confirm professional eligibility, typically within 24–48 hours.
3.
Choose Your Preferences
Once approved, select individual emails or a daily digest to stay connected on your terms.
4.
Introduce Yourself
Share a little about your clinical work and begin connecting with professionals in the community.
Group Agreements
A Space Built on Trust and Respect
Meaningful consultation requires a foundation of confidentiality, professionalism, and mutual respect. We ask every member to protect client privacy, share only de-identified case information, and approach conversations with kindness, honesty, and curiosity.
Important: This community is intended for professional consultation and connection and does not replace formal supervision, emergency services, or required clinical procedures.
Meet Your Group Leader
Meet Carla Pelcastre, LCSW-S
With over 10 years of experience working with high-risk and high-conflict populations, Carla brings a thoughtful, practical perspective shaped by residential treatment, outpatient crisis intervention, and private practice. As the founder of Second Wave Counseling and a board-approved supervisor, she creates space for honest conversations, clinical growth, and meaningful professional connection.
Donation-Based Support
Making Clinical Support More Accessible
We believe meaningful clinical consultation should be accessible to professionals at every stage of their careers. Donations help cover group facilitation, community moderation, and ongoing resources while keeping participation affordable for clinicians, including those working in settings without dedicated consultation budgets.
Contact Us
Have a question or ready to get started? Reach out to our team and we’ll help guide you through the next steps toward finding the support that’s right for you.
