Build Your Practice. Find Your People.
Healgood Collective
A Community For Independent Therapists
Professional Office Space + Clinical Consultation + Practice Support in Central Northwest Austin
You became a therapist to help people — not to do this alone.
Private practice offers freedom and flexibility, but it can also bring quiet pressure: creating policies, managing overhead, navigating complex clinical cases, and making every decision solo.
The work is meaningful, but the isolation, overhead, and constant problem-solving can leave even the most passionate clinicians feeling overwhelmed or disconnected.
The Healgood Collective℠ was created to change that.
We offer independent therapists a professional home where you maintain full autonomy while receiving the community, consultation, and support that make this work sustainable.
Here, private practice doesn’t mean piecing everything together by yourself.
As a part of the Healgood Collective, you’re independent — but never isolated.
What We Provide
Real, grounded solutions for solo clinicians, including:
✓ Flexible, all-inclusive office leases that ease the burden of practice overhead
✓ Bi-weekly in-person consultation groups fostering reflective, ethical practice
✓ Practice-building guidance, coaching, and development tools for sustainable growth
✓ Access to continuing education, community resources, and workshops
✓ A collegial network that values reflection and collaboration over competition
Meet Chelsea & Bernadette
Over a Decade of Building Support. A Partnership Built on Trust.
The Healgood Collective℠ is the culmination of two parallel journeys that kept intersecting —
until they converged into something neither could have built alone.
Chelsea Fielder-Jenks
LPC-S, CEDS-C, PMH-C
Founder & Lead Consultant
Chelsea’s Journey
Chelsea has spent her career building support systems for clinicians — starting in 2012 with a workshop for LPC-Interns (now called LPC Associates) navigating licensure, then through her "Practice Development" focus in supervision that integrated business skills with clinical training, to the Healgood Collective today.
When she launched her private practice in 2017, she pieced together the community and support she needed, learning that while it worked, it was unnecessarily scattered. The Collective is what she wishes had existed: a place where infrastructure, community, and support are already in place.
As an LPC-Supervisor specializing in dialectical behavior therapy, eating disorders, perinatal mental health and clinical supervision, Chelsea provides one-on-one consultation for members, co-facilitates consultation groups, and brings both clinical depth and real-world business experience. She's also co-founder of WisePractice Institute, where she trains clinicians in effective, ethical, and relational clinical supervision.
What drives Chelsea: A commitment to ensuring clinicians have access to the support and community that helps them build practices they're proud of — without having to piece it all together alone.
Bernadette Chavez Piñon
LPC, SEP, EMDR-Trained
Community Director & Consultant
Bernadette’s Journey
After nearly a decade running her own solo practice, Bernadette understands both the freedom and the isolation of independent practice intimately. She knows what it's like to love the work while feeling the weight of making every decision alone.
She's been vocal about rejecting hustle culture and perfectionism disguised as "balance", instead advocating for values-driven decisions that honor what matters most in each moment — a philosophy central to how the Collective supports clinicians.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and EMDR-trained clinician, Bernadette brings expertise in trauma-informed care, somatic therapies, and culturally responsive practice. But what makes her exceptional in the collective is her ability to create spaces where clinicians feel safe being vulnerable about what they don't know.
Bernadette co-facilitates the collective's bi-weekly consultation groups with a style that balances structure with spaciousness, depth with warmth. As Community Director, she ensures the collective feels like more than just a place to work — organizing workshops, book clubs, meditation breaks, and gatherings that build genuine connection.
What drives Bernadette: A commitment to ensuring no clinician has to navigate private practice feeling as alone as she sometimes did — and a belief that our best clinical work happens in community, not isolation.
Their Shared Journey
Over a decade of collaboration and connection has shaped Chelsea and Bernadette’s work together. From their early days as colleagues at the University of Texas Counseling and Mental Health Center, to members of the Central Texas Eating Disorder Specialists, where they each served on the board, to years spent in the same consultation group navigating the realities of private practice.
That history built more than a friendship — it built the trust, shared values, and insight into what clinicians truly need, which ultimately shaped the vision of the Collective.
When Bernadette joined Healgood in 2024, what was forming organically became intentional: A collective where independent clinicians can find both autonomy and belonging — where sustainable, ethical practice is supported by community.
Read the full story of how the Healgood Collective came to be →
Who This Is For
The Healgood Collective℠ is designed for fully licensed clinicians (LPCs, LCSWs, LMFTs, PhDs, PsyDs) who are:
✓ Transitioning from agency work to private practice. You’re ready for autonomy but don’t want to feel adrift. A collective gives you community, stability, and guidance without the pressure or demands of agency life.
✓ Building or expanding a solo private practice. You want independence and flexibility within a strong community. You’re craving a steady, supportive structure that helps you grow sustainably.
✓ Looking for stability without the burden of business overhead. You want the benefits of a beautiful office and shared amenities without taking on leases, utilities, taxes, insurances, or management responsibilities.
✓ Seeking a professional environment with optional clinical consultation. You want a calm, well-appointed setting where you can think deeply, practice confidently, while having access to consultation when complex cases arise or practice dilemmas emerge.
✓ Clinicians who value collaboration over competition. You want colleagues you can trust — people who exchange referrals, process tough cases, and celebrate professional wins. You believe we strengthen our clinical skills when we learn in community.
✓ Practitioners who believe community makes us better clinicians. You know ethical, attuned care is supported by consultation, accountability, and shared wisdom. Our work is stronger when we’re not doing it in isolation.
✓ Committed to ethical, evidence-informed, affirming and culturally responsive practice. You want a professional home aligned with high standards, integrity, and ongoing clinical growth — not a hustle-focused, numbers-driven environment where volume matters more than values.
What We Offer
Everything you need to practice independently — without doing it alone.
Professional Office Space
Each office includes:
A dedicated desk workspace area with chair
Therapeutic seating options (sofa and comfortable chairs)
Configuration suitable for individual, relationship, family, or small group sessions
Well decorated and large windows offering an abundance of natural light
Sound masking for confidentiality
Shared amenities include:
Thoughtfully appointed waiting room with comfortable seating
Access to group/workshop room with large whiteboard and flatscreen TV for slides, videos, etc.
Beverage and snack station for clients and clinicians
Two gender-neutral bathrooms
Client comforts that make every visit feel cared for
Professional, yet warm home-like atmosphere
Weekly cleaning
Office supplies (tissues, printer paper, etc.)
High-speed Wi-Fi, printer/copier/fax, and all utilities included
HIPAA-compliant storage
Location:
Central Northwest Austin, near Mopac & 2222
Address: 5840 Balcones Drive, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78731
Professional business address
Convenient, free parking
Easy access from multiple Austin neighborhoods
Professional building with modern, welcoming feel
Accessible and inviting for diverse client populations
☆ Essentially, just bring your laptop and you’re ready to go!
Clinical Consultation
A bi-weekly consultation group led by Chelsea and Bernadette — experienced clinicians who create space for authentic learning, clinical depth, and peer support.
Bring your challenging cases, practice questions, and professional dilemmas to receive support, gain new perspectives, and grow alongside peers committed to ethical, client-centered care.
These aren't superficial networking sessions — they're substantive, confidential spaces where you can process the complexity of this work with people who truly understand.
Practice-Building Support
From your first client to your full caseload, receive guidance tailored to your practice goals.
Opportunities for private coaching sessions, our practice development workbook, and encouragement from a community invested in your success.
Continuing Education
Members receive priority access and discounts on Healgood CE events covering:
Clinical skills: Evidence-based interventions, treatment planning, therapeutic relationship
Ethics and risk management: Boundary management, documentation, difficult clinical situations
Cultural diversity and responsiveness: Working with diverse populations, addressing bias, inclusive practice
Special populations: Trauma, eating disorders, perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression
Practice management: Business systems, marketing, financial planning, work-life balance
Professional development: Clinical supervision, leadership, avoiding burnout
Members receive priority access and significant discounts on all Healgood offerings, making ongoing learning accessible and affordable.
Community Gatherings
Connection matters. Join mindfulness moments, book club, or seasonal socials that nurture reflection, belonging, and renewal. These optional gatherings help turn colleagues into collaborators and sustain the joy in this work.
The Best of Both Worlds
You don’t need a boss or a lease — you need community. The Healgood Collective℠ isn’t a group practice or a co-working office; it’s a professional home for independent therapists who want to practice freely, ethically, and with support.
Welcome to our collective space.
Download our Healgood Collective Office Guide for more office photos and details.
The Full Collective integrates what most clinicians seek — consultation, coaching, continuing education, and connection — in one intentional, values-driven community.
Membership Tiers
Three Levels Designed to Meet You Where You Are
All tiers include private office space, shared amenities, and member resources + access to community gatherings and CE discounts.
Collective Space
— TIER ONE —
Starting at $650/month
For clinicians seeking a professional office and community without added administrative burdens.
Perfect For:
The Established Practitioner
You’re confident in your practice and connected in your support system. What you’re looking for now is a professional office — without taking on the responsibility of managing utilities, maintenance, or negotiating full independent leases.
What’s Included:
✓ Fully-Furnished Private Office
Professional desk, chairs, and therapeutic decor
Ready to see clients from day one — no setup required
✓ Shared Waiting Room
Comfortable seating and client amenities
Professional, welcoming environment for your clients
Snack and beverage bar for you and your clients
✓ Access to Group/Workshop Room
Schedule when you need space for groups, intensives, workshops, or other services
Shared booking system ensures availability
✓ Complete Office Infrastructure
High-speed wifi, printer, copier & fax
All utilities included (electric, water, trash, internet)
Property Taxes & General Liability Insurance included
Coffee/tea station with snacks and beverages
Office supplies (tissues, pens, printing paper)
Document shredder, locked filing cabinet to support HIPAA compliance
Weekly cleaning service
✓ Professional Business Address
Use our address for business registration, professional listings, & mail services
Establish credibility with a professional location
✓ Member Resources
Access to collective-only Google Drive resource folder
Forms, templates, referral lists, and practice management resources
Shared clinical and business knowledge
✓ Twice-Yearly Collective Socials
Seasonal celebrations, coffee meetups, and informal connection
Optional attendance — come when it works for you
Build referral relationships organically
✓ Discounts on Healgood Continuing Education
Save 15-20% on CE courses, workshops, and professional development events
Stay current while supporting your budget
This tier is ideal for:
✓ Established therapists who have their own consultation/supervision network
✓ Clinicians who simply need professional office space without additional support
✓ Therapists transitioning from telehealth who want an in-person option
✓ Those who prefer independence but value access to a professional community
— Pricing —
Flexible Terms & Monthly Rates
Collective Space + Consultation
— TIER TWO —
Starting at $900/month
For clinicians seeking independence, community, and clinical support.
Perfect For:
The Clinician Who Values Connection
You want to sharpen your clinical work through regular consultation and collegial support while maintaining full control over how you practice.
What’s Included:
✓ Everything in Tier 1, PLUS:
✓ Bi-Weekly Consultation Group (2-hours, $160/month value)
Process complex cases in a confidential, supportive setting
Gain support around practice or business challenges
Learn from peers across specialties and therapeutic approaches
Build genuine professional relationships beyond surface networking
In-person at the collective office
Facilitated by Chelsea & Bernadette to ensure depth and focus
✓ One Individual Consultation Session ($225 value)
50-minute one-on-one session with Chelsea
Scheduled during your term at a time that works for you
Bring your most pressing clinical or practice question
Personalized guidance tailored to your situation
✓ Discounts & Priority Access on Healgood CE Events
Early registration for workshops and courses
First access to limited-seat trainings
Enhanced discounts (20-30%) on select CE offerings
This tier is ideal for:
✓ Therapists who value clinical consultation and collegial connection
✓ Clinicians who want regular peer support but not intensive coaching
✓ Those seeking to deepen clinical skills through case discussion and continuing education
✓ Established practitioners who want community without feeling "managed"
— Pricing —
Flexible Terms & Monthly Rates
The Full Collective
— TIER THREE —
What’s Included:
✓ Everything in Tier 2, PLUS:
✓ Private Practice Launch Workbook (Digital + Exclusive Print Copy a $60 value)
7-part comprehensive guide from values to action
Fee calculator and budget planning tools
Marketing strategies that don't feel "salesy"
Documentation templates and HIPAA compliance checklists
Values identification exercises to ensure alignment
90-day launch timeline with action steps
Financial planning worksheets and P&L templates
Neurodivergent-affirming design that works for all brains
✓ Four Individual Consultation Sessions ($900 value)
50-minute one-on-one sessions with Chelsea
Scheduled during your term at a time that works for you
Bring your most pressing clinical or practice question
Personalized practice-building strategies tailored to your values and goals
Troubleshoot challenges: fee-setting, marketing resistance, caseload building
Accountability check-ins on your practice goals
Support during pivots and difficult decisions
Real-time guidance when you're stuck or overwhelmed
✓ Community Enrichment & Connection (min. $400/yr value)
In addition to our biannual socials, enjoy free, priority access for authentic connection and renewal, including:
Mindful Moments — Weekly guided meditations, visualizations, and somatic exercises led by Bernadette to help you stay grounded, present, and connected to yourself and your work.
Bernadette’s Book Club — A monthly gathering to explore selected books or readings, share insights, and foster reflection, belonging, and professional growth within a supportive community. CEs provided.
✓ Priority CE Access
First access to workshops, courses, and trainings
Enhanced discounts (30%-40%) on select CE offerings
Free attendance at select Healgood CE events
This tier is ideal for:
✓ Fully licensed clinicians launching or growing their private practice
✓ Experienced therapists pivoting to a new specialty or population
✓ Those who know they need accountability, guidance, and support — not just information
✓ Therapists who want values-driven business support alongside clinical consultation
✓ Anyone who feels overwhelmed by the business side of private practice
Why This Tier Is Different
Most private practice courses are one-size-fits-all, delivered to hundreds of people with no ongoing support. They end after 6-8 weeks, leaving you to figure out implementation alone.
The Full Collective is different because:
✓ Ongoing support throughout your term, not just a short course
✓ Personalized guidance tailored to your values, goals, and specific challenges
✓ Integrated approach that combines office space, peer consultation, and coaching
✓ Real relationships with a small cohort of peers at similar stages
✓ Accountability that keeps you moving forward when things get hard
✓ Values-driven focus on building something sustainable, not just profitable
This isn't information you could Google or download. It's relationship-based support from clinicians who’ve built successful practices and want to help you do the same — in a way that actually fits your life.
— Pricing —
Flexible Terms & Monthly Rates
Starting at $1,250/month
For clinicians ready to grow their practice with confidence, accountability, and support.
Perfect For:
The Intentional Practice Builder
You’re ready to expand in a way that aligns with your values and sustains you long-term. You want structure, coaching, and community to walk with you as your practice grows.
Which membership level is right for you?
Not sure which tier is right for you?
Membership Application
To preserve the integrity and rhythm of our community, the Healgood Collective℠ is an application-based community designed for independent clinicians who value ethical practice, collaboration, and consistency.
Limited Availability: We currently have limited full-time and part-time openings for 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we maintain a waitlist when full.
We prioritize applicants who demonstrate:
Alignment with our core values
A minimum 6–12 month commitment
Desire to actively participate in consultation, community, and shared growth
Preference is given to Tier 2 and Tier 3 applicants seeking full-time membership, as these tiers engage most consistently in our consultation and coaching communities.
Each application is reviewed personally by Chelsea and Bernadette to ensure fit, values alignment, and community balance.
Once your application is submitted, we’ll review it with care and typically follow up within 10–14 business days to connect about next steps.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is membership application-based?
We intentionally maintain a small, values-aligned community. Our goal isn’t to fill offices — it’s to cultivate a collective of clinicians who value ethical reflection, consultation, and sustained connection. An application process ensures each member both contributes to and benefits from the community, supporting a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and care.
Who gets priority in the application process?
- Tier 2 & Tier 3 applicants committing to 6–12 month terms
- Clinicians who align with our core values (ethical, affirming, culturally responsive)
- Applicants seeking consistent participation in consultation/community life
When space is limited, we maintain a waitlist and notify candidates as openings arise.
Can I upgrade my tier during my membership term?
Yes. You can upgrade from Tier 1 to Tier 2 or Tier 3 at any time. The price difference is prorated for the remainder of your term. Increasing your number of office days or changing specific days is possible but subject to current availability.
What are the membership terms?
To foster a stable, committed community, we prioritize 6–12 month (or longer) subleases. Limited flexible options may occasionally be available depending on current capacity — please reach out to discuss what’s possible.
Can I switch or add office days later?
Yes, however any changes must be approved in writing and are subject to availability. We do our best to accommodate requests while maintaining consistency for all members.
I’m not sure which tier fits. Can you help?
Absolutely. Start with the quick decision tool below, or book a free 15-minute clarity call. We’ll discuss your stage of practice, the support you’re seeking, your ideal schedule, and which tier best fits your goals and budget. We want you in the right tier — not necessarily the most expensive one.
Find Your Fit
Answer a few quick questions to see which membership tier may best support your current stage of practice.
Your recommended tier:
Next steps:
This guide is informational only and doesn’t replace a conversation about your specific goals, timeline, and budget.
Do I have to be fully licensed to join?
Yes. The Collective is for fully licensed clinicians (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PhD, PsyD, LCP) in independent practice. Note: Supervision for pre-licensed clinicians is not included in membership, though it is available separately through Healgood Supervision.
Can I see clients virtually from the office?
Absolutely. Many members use their offices for both in-person and telehealth sessions. Each suite is private, quiet, and configured to support HIPAA-compliant workflows on your end.
How many members do you accept?
Membership is intentionally limited to preserve depth and quality of support. Tier 2 and 3 in-person consultation groups are typically capped at 8 members to ensure meaningful participation.
What if I only want consultation (no office)?
We offer both virtual and in-person consultation groups for therapists who already have their own office space. Learn more or inquire about openings here.
Do you offer tours?
Yes — and we highly encourage you to schedule one. You’ll be able to see private offices, shared spaces, the group/workshop room, and get a genuine sense of the culture and atmosphere. Schedule a tour or clarity call using the buttons on this page.
What’s the application process?
- Apply Online (10–15 minutes): share your license, specialties, preferred tier and days, desired start date, and how you hope to engage in community.
- Clarity Call and/or Tour (20–30 minutes): discuss fit, alignment, and availability, and get answers to your questions.
- Decision (typically within one week of your call/tour): If accepted, you’ll receive your sublease, membership agreement, and welcome guidebook. If not the right fit or timing, we’ll offer alternative resources and/or place you on our waitlist.
Is malpractice (professional liability) insurance included?
No. Members are required to carry their own professional liability insurance (minimum coverage limits of 1M/3M are typical). Proof of coverage is required during onboarding.
Am I an employee or contractor of Healgood?
Neither. You operate your own independent practice. Your relationship with Healgood is a membership/sublease that includes access to space, amenities, and community benefits (and, for Tiers 2–3, consultation or coaching). Healgood does not supervise your clinical work, bill clients, or direct your operations.
Can you provide a W-9?
Yes. We can provide a W-9 upon request. Most members treat membership and office costs as ordinary business expenses — please consult your CPA for advice specific to your practice.
When can I access the building?
Access depends on your membership level: Full-time members enjoy 24/7 access; part-time members access the office on their designated days. If you occasionally need access outside your schedule, reach out — we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Note: Weekly housekeeping occurs on Friday mornings (6–10 am), though this is subject to change.
How does the group/workshop room booking work?
Members may reserve the group/workshop room through a shared calendar on a first-come, fair-use basis. During high-demand times, reasonable limits may apply to ensure equitable access for all.
Can I personalize my office?
Light, non-structural personalization is welcome — artwork, desk items, plants, etc. Permanent changes (wall mounting, furniture swaps, paint, etc.) require prior approval to maintain building standards and safety.
Are there community expectations?
Yes. The Collective is a participatory community built on mutual respect and professionalism. Members agree to uphold shared norms of courtesy, confidentiality (including within consultation), inclusivity, and respect for shared spaces. Community Standards are outlined in the Membership Agreement.
What about safety, privacy, and HIPAA?
The Collective maintains a calm, professional environment with sound masking, private suites, and secure shredding. Each member is responsible for their own HIPAA-compliant systems (EHR, BAAs, telehealth platform, device security, etc.). Our Welcome Guide includes best-practice reminders for maintaining compliance and client privacy.
How are payments handled? Are there deposits or fees?
Monthly membership payments are made by check. A security deposit may be required and is refundable according to sublease terms. Late payments, cancelled checks, lost keys, or damages may incur standard fees, outlined in the Membership Agreement.
Can I pause or exit early?
We understand that life happens. In qualifying circumstances (e.g., medical leave, relocation), limited pause or early-termination options may be available with advance notice, per your agreement. We aim to be flexible while maintaining consistency for the broader community.
Do you raise rates?
Occasionally. Rate adjustments ensure services remain current and sustainable. Any changes are communicated well in advance and typically take effect at renewal unless otherwise agreed.
Do you provide marketing or referrals?
While we don’t guarantee referrals, members benefit from: organic referrals within the community, optional directory listings, and consultation-based visibility of your specialties. We also provide CE and practice-development opportunities to strengthen ethical marketing and professional visibility.
Are therapy or service animals allowed?
Yes — provided they comply with all building and clinical requirements. Details and expectations are outlined in the Membership Agreement.
Is the building accessible?
The building has ground-level suites and ample parking, but it is not formally ADA-certified. Two gender-neutral restrooms are available. If you or your clients have specific accessibility needs, please let us know so we can help accommodate them wherever possible.
What makes the Healgood Collective different?
We're not a WeWork for therapists. Those are transactional, isolating spaces with no community infrastructure.
We're not a group practice. You're an independent clinician with your own practice, clients, and business — no hierarchy, no splitting fees, no someone else making decisions for your practice.
We're not a practice-building course. Those end after 6-8 weeks. We provide ongoing support integrated into your actual practice space.
We're not a networking group. Those are superficial and time-limited. We're building genuine peer relationships through consistent, meaningful interaction.
We're a community of independent clinicians who:
Value both clinical excellence and business sustainability
Want the freedom of private practice without the isolation
Believe marketing should feel authentic, not gross
Understand that sustainable practices serve clients better than burnout
Are committed to doing this work in a way that honors their values
If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!
Ready to Find Your People?
Start by scheduling a tour or clarity call. We'll answer your questions, show you the space, and help you determine which tier fits your practice goals.
Schedule Tour | Book Clarity Call | Submit Application
Questions? Contact us!
The Healgood Collective℠ is a professional office community for fully licensed mental health clinicians (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, PhD, PsyD) in independent practice.
Office space is subleased under flexible terms.
All applicants are subject to approval to ensure community fit and values alignment.