Building Capacity
From the Nervous System Up
Transforming schools, organizations, and communities through the Forward SELF Series™—where social-emotional learning meets financial literacy
What Is the Forward SELF Series™?
A 12-module framework that teaches people to understand their nervous system, pause before reacting, and make more intentional life and money decisions.
From the Nervous System Up — we help individuals and teams shift from reactive survival patterns to regulated, values-aligned action. By bridging social-emotional learning with financial literacy, we create lasting transformation across schools, workplaces, and communities.
Trauma-Informed: Grounded in Polyvagal Theory and nervous system science
Culturally Responsive: Honors lived experiences and systemic contexts
Practical & Measurable: Real tools for real change, with clear outcomes
Who We Serve
The Forward SELF Series™ adapts to meet the unique needs of four key sectors
K-12 Schools
Build student regulation, reduce staff burnout, and strengthen family engagement
Higher Education
Support retention, first-gen success, and student financial wellness
Corporate & Professional
Address burnout, build psychological safety, and develop trauma-informed leadership
Correctional & Reentry
Provide nervous system literacy and reentry readiness to break cycles
From Crisis to Capacity
How one urban high school reduced suspensions by 40% and improved staff retention through Forward SELF™
Students learned to recognize and regulate stress responses
Staff developed trauma-informed classroom management skills
Families engaged in financial wellness workshops
"This isn't just another SEL program. Forward SELF™ gave us a shared language for understanding behavior from the nervous system up. It changed everything."Read Full Case Study
How We Partner With You
We emphasize long-term partnerships over one-off events, helping teams shift from insight to action, from the nervous system up
Consulting & Curriculum Licensing
Long-term partnerships to embed Forward SELF™ into your organization's culture and operations
Professional Development
Interactive workshops that build capacity from insight to action, tailored to your team's needs
Speaking Engagements
Keynotes and presentations that inspire and educate on trauma-informed practices
Strategy Sessions
Customized planning to bring Forward SELF™ to your school, organization, or community
Client Testimonials
Hear from those who've transformed their financial journey with CLC Consulting
Working with Curtis transformed not just my finances, but my entire relationship with money. The 6th Sense workshops helped me understand the emotional patterns that were holding me back.
Sarah M.
Small Business Owner
The one-on-one counseling gave me the personalized support I needed to finally achieve financial wellness. Curtis's approach is compassionate, insightful, and truly life-changing.
Michael R.
Educator
CLC Consulting's community partnerships have created real impact. The workshops we've hosted together have empowered countless individuals to take control of their financial futures.
Dr. Jennifer L.
University Program Director
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