Mentorship for Aspiring Therapists & Mental Health Professionals
Pathway to Practice: Group Mentorship
A 4-Week Live Group Mentorship for Aspiring Therapists and Future Mental Health Professionals
You don’t have to figure out your path alone. Get the guidance, clarity, and support you need to understand your options, navigate the journey toward becoming a therapist, and feel confident about your next step.
January 2027 · Live Online · Open Nationwide · Limited to 8 Participants
You don't have to figure it all out alone.
You’re pretty sure you want to work in the mental health field.
But maybe you’re not sure what degree you need. Or whether counseling, social work, psychology, or another path makes the most sense. Maybe graduate school feels overwhelming, you’re confused about licensure, or you have no idea what your career could actually look like after graduation.
Maybe you’re wondering:
What’s the difference between counseling and social work?
What even is CACREP?
What happens after grad school?
How do I become licensed?
What can I actually do with each degree?
How much do therapists make?
What should I be doing right now?
You don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
Pathway to Practice Group Mentorship is a supportive, interactive small-group experience where you’ll get the information and guidance you need while connecting with other people who are asking similar questions, navigating similar decisions, and figuring out their next steps, too.
Let’s figure it out together.
What to Expect
The Details:
4-week group mentorship program
Weekly Thursday evening sessions in January 2027
90-minute live sessions
Limited to 10 participants
Open to undergraduate students, recent graduates, career changers, and anyone interested in pursuing a career in the mental health field
Open nationwide
Founding Cohort Special Price: $197
What You'll Get:
Education + Guidance
Learn how the different paths into the mental health field work, from degrees and graduate school to licensure and life after graduation.
Space for Questions
This isn't just a presentation. Bring your questions, talk through your options, and get guidance as we go.
Live + Interactive
Every session is designed to be conversational and interactive, with discussion, activities, and opportunities to participate.
Community + Connection
Meet and learn alongside other aspiring therapists and future mental health professionals who are figuring out their own paths, too.
Resources + Your Personal Roadmap
You'll receive practical resources to help you navigate the process and work toward a personalized roadmap for your own next steps.
Meet Your Mentor
Hey, I’m Mackenzie!
I noticed so many aspiring therapists didn’t have the guidance they really needed — questions left unanswered, options unclear, and no one walking alongside them through the confusing, gatekeepy parts of this field. I saw a real need: a space where people could explore their goals, get honest insight, and feel supported while navigating grad school, licensure, and early career decisions.
That’s why I created Pathway to Practice — a mentorship space built around you. A place where your curiosity is honored, your questions are validated, and your overwhelm about “what’s next” is met with real guidance and support.
This isn’t just a program for me — it’s a space I’ve carefully designed to provide clarity, perspective, and a plan that actually works for your unique journey. Every resource, every workbook, every module is meant to help you feel seen, grounded, and capable as you explore your path into counseling.
Too often, people start exploring therapy careers feeling lost, unsure, or stuck. That gap in guidance is real — and it’s what drives everything I do here. In Pathway to Practice, you don’t have to figure it out alone. You can bring your questions, your uncertainty, even the “what if I’m not cut out for this?” moments — and we’ll tackle them together.
This is a space for undergrads, career changers, and anyone curious about stepping into a mental health career. You’re not behind, you’re not doing it wrong — you deserve guidance, support, and a roadmap. I’ve got you, and we’ll figure this out together.
Ready to Join?
Complete the form below to reserve your spot in the Pathway to Practice: Group Mentorship Founding Cohort.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This group is for undergraduate students, recent graduates, career changers, current graduate students, and anyone exploring a career in the mental health field. You do not need to have your exact career path figured out before joining.
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We'll cover the different paths into the mental health field, including clinical mental health counseling, social work, psychology, school psychology, and related professions. We'll also talk about graduate school, CACREP and accreditation, licensure, what happens after graduation, becoming an associate clinician, career options, specialties, earning potential, and more.
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Absolutely! This isn't a lecture series where you simply sit and listen. Each session will combine education with discussion, questions, and opportunities to apply what we're talking about to your own situation.
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You'll have the opportunity to create a personalized roadmap based on your current stage, goals, and interests. We'll connect what you're learning to the steps you may want to take next—from exploring degree programs to preparing for graduate school and eventually pursuing licensure.
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No! While becoming a therapist is a major focus, the group is also a great fit for anyone exploring careers in mental health and trying to understand the different educational and professional paths available.
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Complete the enrollment form at the bottom of this page. Once you submit the form, you'll receive information about completing payment and securing your spot in the Founding Cohort.
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That’s totally okay! If you’re not sure whether Group Mentorship is the right fit, you can book a free 15-minute call with Mackenzie to talk through your questions.
Looking for something more personalized? Pathway to Practice Individual Mentorship is also available for one-on-one guidance tailored to your specific goals, questions, and next steps.