Encouraging Growth. Supporting Healing.
Moving Forward.
Counseling | Supervision | Training | Consultation
At Encourage Forward Counseling & Training (EFC-T), we believe that growth happens through connection, encouragement, and intentional support.
Whether you are seeking counseling, pursuing professional supervision, engaging in continuing education, or looking for consultation, our work is grounded in helping clients and professionals better understand themselves, strengthen their skills, and move forward in meaningful and sustainable ways.
We are committed to creating spaces that feel safe, collaborative, and growth-oriented—where each person is supported in taking their next step forward.
Clinical Supervision for LPCC
Clinical supervision at EFC‑T is collaborative, intentional, and growth-oriented. Designed to support the development of confident, ethical, and self-aware counselors.
Supervision is grounded in:
Adlerian supervision principles (encouragement, collaboration, holistic development)
The Discrimination Model (teacher, counselor, consultant roles)
Strong focus on client welfare, clinical skills, and professional identity development
Mental Health Counseling
We offer counseling services for young children, adolescents, and adults, with a focus on creating a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.
Areas of focus include:
Trauma, including interpersonal violence
Emotional and behavioral concerns in children
Play therapy and expressive approaches
Anxiety, depression, and life transitions
Career and academic concerns
Professional Consultation
We offer consultation for clinicians, schools, and organizations seeking to strengthen their work with children, families, and communities.
Our approach is collaborative and grounded in real-world experience. We work alongside you to understand your goals, navigate challenges, and develop practical, sustainable solutions tailored to your setting.
Consultation may focus on areas such as play therapy integration, trauma-informed care, youth mental health support, and program development. Throughout the process, we emphasize approaches that are developmentally appropriate, ethically sound, and responsive to those you serve.
Continuing Education & Training
We provide high-quality, practical continuing education and professional training for mental health professionals as well as educators, schools, non-profits, and organizations serving youth.
Our trainings are designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application—equipping participants with tools, strategies, and insights they can immediately use in their work.
Whether you are a clinician working toward advanced competency or part of a team supporting youth in educational or community settings, our trainings are collaborative, engaging, and grounded in real-world practice.
Why EFC-T?
Specialized in working with young children and trauma
Strong foundation in play therapy and experiential methods
Integrates clinical work, supervision, and advanced training
Emphasizes encouragement, collaboration, and client-centered growth
Committed to ethical, culturally responsive care
Growth happens one step at a time; with encouraging support along the way. At EFC-T, we are committed to helping clients and professionals move toward greater clarity, confidence, and meaningful change.
To learn more about how we can support you, explore our specific services or learn more about Encourage Forward Counseling & Training and Dr. Kody Roper by clicking the links below.