Making Wellness Commonplace is also about how we work.
The Commons Wellness Collective is a community of like-minded practitioners, working to support each other in growing practices that support not only our clients and patients thriving, but also our own.
We seek to undo the aloneness that can come from working in the mental health field.
When entering the mental health field, many clinicians are struck by how isolating this work can feel. In addition, the sudden pressure of transitioning to a business owner or entrepreneur can feel daunting. If you have been feeling challenged or overwhelmed by how to manage this, trying to grow your clinical skills, while also learning how to run a business, imagine instead learning alongside a supportive group of values aligned clinicians.
The Collective seeks to provide a supportive space where you can learn together with others and at your own pace, building your practice in the way that works best for you.
This is for you if…
You’re Keen to learn and grow in community.
Looking for genuine connection and space to process the heaviness that can come with our work.
Seeking values-aligned community that rejects the idea that therapists are neutral.
Looking to work in an anti-oppressive, systemic way that also acknowledges the harm that has been caused by medical and mental health systems.
Hoping for support and space to celebrate with you as your business grows.
What we offer:
✔️ Values aligned community
✔️ Supportive learning environment that celebrates your growth
✔️ Opportunities to connect and undo the aloneness that comes from our work
✔️ Access to our vibrant referral network
✔️ The choice to opt in for as much or as little support as needed
What you bring:
✔️ Active RCC or RSW membership in good standing, with proof of insurance
✔️ A Master's level degree in Counselling, or a related field
✔️ A trauma-informed lens
✔️ A non-pathologizing framework with a focus on decolonizing practice. This includes actively working to understand and dismantle your own cultural biases and internalized systemic oppression
✔️ An open mind and spirit, curiosity, and a commitment to ongoing learning
✔️ Bonus if hearing the phrase ‘therapy as activism’ gets you excited and curious
Our Values
The Commons Wellness Collective is a community of like minded clinicians who aim to live out the values of justice, generosity, and curiosity. We see these values, and others, working together to create the openness and safety needed for authentic flourishing.
By joining our community you agree to:
Our Values Style
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Communicate in a way that prioritizes treating others and ourselves with dignity
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Protect the privacy and confidentiality of our clients/patients in all communication
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Commit to spotting and repairing microaggressions that may occur between group members
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Participate in co-creating a safe-enough space, to allow for anyone who joins to access shared learning
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Work and dialogue from a trauma-informed lens
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Bring a non-pathologizing framework with a focus on decolonizing practice.
We recognize that we all still have work to do and that learning is never complete. As a group and as individuals, we are committed to actively working to understand and dismantle our own cultural biases and internalized systemic oppression in an ongoing way.
The field of mental health is evolving and we seek to evolve with it.
We believe in support over scarcity, and hold reciprocal community values as an antidote to resist the toxicity of capitalism. At The Commons Wellness Collective, you are in complete control of your income, meaning no more commission splits. You opt in and pay for the level of support you need and want, no more, no less.
Make it stand out.
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The Basic Plan
$200/month
Great for therapists with their own practice who are looking for community and support with referrals.
This plan includes:• Listing on our Directory Page
• Access to our Referral Network
• Online Community: Access to our collaborative online space where you can connect with other practitioners including designated space to ask questions with folks who share your area of specialty
• Branding and Marketing
• Connection/Mentorship
• Monthly
• Quarterly
• Resource Library
• Access to Member Only Perks (Discounted photos/swag/etc)
• Customized SEO for your webpage and areas of focus to increase web engagement
Optional Add On:
Jane App: Use the Collective’s Jane App account and have your session fees deposited directly into your account ($35/month)
Email Address: Perfect if you don’t want to build/maintain your own website (+$15/month) -
Growth Stream*
$100/month (added on to The Plan)
Great for therapists who are new to private practice, or entrepreneurship.
This plan includes:• Monthly Business focused Collaborative Coaching with 12 topics that we will rotate through on an annual basis
• Access to resources focused on growing your practice including:
• Learning to offer effective consultations
• Identifying who you feel most energized working with and how to connect with them
• Identifying and speaking to your niche
• Understanding taxes and expenses as a small business owner
• Learning financial reporting
• Opportunities to workshop offerings like customized workshops and groups
• Opportunities to write and workshop specialized blog posts to build your online presence with tailored SEO support
• Access to Quarterly training from an industry expert focused on topics that will help you grow your business (marketing, accounting, personal branding, budgeting, etc)
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Depth Stream*
$50/month (added onto The Plan)
Great for therapists looking to further their AEDP skillset in community. Need to have completed AEDP Immersion to join.
This plan includes:• Access to monthly AEDP peer consultation sessions (one for folks who have done Immersion, one for folks who have completed Essentials skills and are at least Level 2 and up)
• Access to AEDP specific resources
• Quarterly training from AEDP Certified therapists to grow your skills
Optional Add On:
AEDP Group Supervision that counts towards your Certification