Professional Consultations

“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.”

— Aristotle

Oftentimes trauma is misdiagnosed or under-diagnosed among the mental health community. At HST, we offer opportunities for fellow clinicians to refine their knowledge of trauma and, in particular, complex developmental trauma and dissociations. Our teaching approach follows our therapeutic philosophy while emphasizing the creation of safety in the learning environment.

We recognize the intersectionality of power imbalances within racial and colonial structures, acknowledging the historical and systemic influences on the mental health profession. We are committed to fostering cultural humility through lifelong learning and self-reflection, aiming to deepen our awareness of systemic oppression, inequity, and cultural diversity in mental health education.

Clinical Consultations

We work with therapists who, despite being well-versed in their treatment modalities, find that they eventually stagnate with their clients' progress. Our approach focuses on enriching the clinical understanding of trauma, complex developmental trauma, attachment injuries, and dissociation. With these deeper insights, therapists will be better equipped to identify and address your clients’ symptoms effectively. 

We offer both monthly group consultations and individual sessions to support your ongoing development.


Types of Trauma We Specialize in

  • Relational and attachment-based trauma

  • Developmental childhood trauma

  • Intergenerational trauma

  • Racial trauma

  • Institutional and systemic trauma

  • Sexual trauma 

  • Intimate partner violence (IPV)

  • Trauma induced by non-responsive environments to neurodiversity

EMDR Consultation

Many clinicians encounter difficulties when applying the EMDR Standard Protocol with more complex clients. These challenges can manifest in several ways, including:

  • Extreme dysregulation leading to premature termination of reprocessing phases

  • Dissociation and lack of present awareness during reprocessing

  • Interference from defensive blocks throughout treatment

  • Difficulty with positive state and resourcing interventions

  • Lack of symptom resolution and persistently high Subjective Units of Disturbance (SUDs)

  • Fear related to traumatic memories, emotions, or aspects of the self

  • Reprocessing sessions feeling disjointed or struggling to follow standard protocols

  • Clinical interweaves appearing ineffective

We offer consultations for EMDR therapists seeking to enhance their skills in supporting clients with complex trauma and dissociative disorders. Our EMDRIA-approved consultants combine their EMDR expertise with various theoretical models, including Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Experiencing, Structural Dissociation Theory (Parts Work/IFS), Attachment Theory, and Sandtray. This integrative approach is designed to optimize the effectiveness of EMDR, addressing the unique manifestations of developmental and complex trauma.

We offer both monthly group consultations and individual sessions to support your ongoing development.


Somatic Experiencing Personal Sessions

SE™ Personal Sessions provide students with a dedicated space to enhance their skills, regulate their nervous system, and build the confidence needed to succeed in their SE™ training. These sessions offer personalized support where students can ask general questions, gain insights into the techniques used in their sessions, and receive guidance on how to integrate these skills into their practice. Whether feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or unsure about how to apply SE™ principles, students will be supported in a safe and nurturing environment. These sessions help students grow from the inside out, expanding their capacity and building the confidence necessary for mastery. Even if personal sessions have been put off or there seems to be nothing specific to "work on," SE™ Personal Sessions* are a valuable opportunity for continued growth and development throughout the training journey.

* We currently offer SE personal Sessions for Beginner Level only

Meet Our Consultants

Looking to expand your clinical skills in Trauma, C-PTSD, Attachment, Dissociation, EMDR, or Somatic Therapies?

Message us for information about ongoing consultation groups or for personalized individual consults tailed for your specific learning objectives.