Trauma-Informed Consulting
Building Capacity
From the Nervous System Up
Transforming schools, organizations, and communities through the Forward SELF Series™—where social-emotional learning meets financial literacy
About CLC Consulting
A movement dedicated to transforming financial trauma into lasting empowerment through trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices
Trusted By Organizations Across Four Sectors
K-12 Schools
Higher Education
Corporate
Correctional
1000+
Participants Trained
30+
Partner Organizations
10+
Years of Impact
Meet Curtis L. Chambers
Curtis L. Chambers is a visionary financial wellness consultant, trauma-informed coach, and the creator of the Forward SELF™ program. With over 20 years of experience in financial counseling and social-emotional learning, Curtis has dedicated his career to addressing the intersection of financial trauma and emotional wellness.
His groundbreaking work integrates Polyvagal Theory, shame resilience research, and practical financial education to create transformative healing experiences for individuals and communities facing economic hardship, intimate partner violence, re-entry challenges, and systemic financial oppression.
Curtis's approach is rooted in the belief that financial empowerment begins with healing the nervous system and addressing the emotional wounds that keep people trapped in cycles of financial shame and instability.
AFC (Accredited Financial Counselor)
FSW (Financial Social Worker)
Trauma of Money Certified
Watch Our Story
Hear directly from Curtis about the vision and mission behind CLC Consulting
Our Mission
To provide trauma-informed financial empowerment services that address the root causes of financial instability, helping individuals and communities move from shame and survival to agency and thriving.
Our Vision
A world where every person has access to compassionate, culturally responsive financial education that honors their lived experiences and supports their journey to financial wellness and generational wealth.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Compassion
We meet every person with empathy, understanding that financial struggles are often rooted in trauma and systemic barriers.
Safety
We create brave spaces where vulnerability is honored and healing can occur without judgment or shame.
Community
We believe in the power of collective healing and work to build supportive communities of financial wellness.
Empowerment
We equip individuals with knowledge, tools, and confidence to take control of their financial futures.
Justice
We acknowledge and address systemic inequities that create and perpetuate financial trauma in marginalized communities.
Growth
We honor each person's unique journey and pace, celebrating progress over perfection.
Not Just a Service... It's a Movement
CLC Consulting is more than financial education—it's a movement to transform how we understand and address financial trauma in our communities.
Ready to Join the Movement?
Whether you're seeking personal financial empowerment or looking to bring our programs to your organization, we're here to support you.