About Kalos
KALOS is a global, online space where mental health providers — whether seasoned professionals or newcomers — can connect, learn, and grow. We know therapy can feel isolating, but with KALOS, you’ll find resources, support, and diverse perspectives to help you stay inspired and connected. Together, we’re changing the narrative around burnout and building a stronger, more collaborative approach to mental health care.
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Why Choose Us?
Global
Community
Connect with a global network of providers committed to transforming mental health care, fostering collaboration, and broadening your professional perspective.
Affordable
Learning
KALOS offers flexible, affordable options to support your professional growth, from free community access to unlimited CEU courses, live trainings, and on-demand learning.
Continuing Education
Access a growing library of CEU-accredited courses, live trainings, and practical tools designed to enhance your clinical skills and deepen your understanding of trauma-informed care.
Founded by
Providers
Created by mental health providers who understand the challenges of the field. Our community offers real-world solutions and support tailored to the needs of providers.
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Our Programs
Free Community
Join hundreds of providers connecting for support, growth, and shared learning.
Free
Kalos Membership
Unlimited access to our CEU course library, tools for your practice, and exclusive discounts on live events and consults.
$29.99/month
Live Course
Join real-time trainings designed to boost your confidence and clinical skills.
Starting at $50
On Demand Learning
Flexible, bite-sized training to fit your busy schedule—learn anytime, anywhere.
Starting at $11.99
Why KALOS and Community?
The name "KALOS" is rooted in the Greek words for beautiful (Kalos), shape (Eidos), and the observer or object being observed (Skopos). Just like a kaleidoscope, KALOS embodies the idea of seeing the world from diverse perspectives, creating limitless possibilities through collaboration. In the same way a kaleidoscope reflects light, shapes, and colors, our global community of mental health providers offers a variety of viewpoints, enriching our understanding and approach to mental health.
Traditionally, mental health care has been viewed through a singular, often Western, lens. The isolative nature of the field only reinforces this limited perspective. KALOS was designed to break this cycle by fostering connections and expanding the lenses through which we view challenges and solutions. By diversifying cultural voices, we create a space for learning, sharing, and growing together as a global community.
Our Founders
Athena Phillips, LCSW, PsyD Candidate Â
With a career spanning over two decades, I've devoted myself to the field of behavioral health since 1995. Beginning with work alongside developmentally disabled children and adults, my journey led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in social work at Pacific University, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2000. Interning at the Sexual Assault Resource Center sparked my interest in trauma treatment, propelling me to earn a master’s in social work from Portland State University. As a medical social worker in various settings, I cultivated expertise in trauma and dissociative disorders, eventually founding Integrative Trauma Treatment Center (ITTC) in 2012. Recognizing the need for holistic trauma approaches, I established ITTC as an outpatient clinic in Portland, OR, accompanied by KALOS for specialized trainings. My global impact expanded with the launch of an online Trauma Coach Certification course and The Orenda Project, offering resources and community for trauma providers worldwide. I've also contributed to local capacity building, including the development of mHub Rwanda, a mental health clinic run by Rwandans. My dedication continues as a trauma consultant, volunteering within the mHub community and beyond.
Libby DeFehr, M. Ed
My exposure to the mental health realm began in childhood and has continued to thread its way through my adult life. My family was and continues to be deeply involved in the residential treatment and therapeutic boarding school setting and I was immersed in an environment where compassion and dedication were paramount. I strongly believe in the power of knowledge and education to alleviate some symptoms of trauma and begin to heal generational trauma. Years later, recognizing the pressing need for accessible resources in the world of mental health, Athena and I embarked on a mission to create a solution, KALOS. Drawing upon my expertise in education and curriculum development, Athena’s extensive knowledge of mental health, and our combined deep understanding of trauma-informed care, we created a platform where individuals could access resources, engage in interactive learning modules, and participate in supportive discussions with mental health professionals around the world. With a dedication to inclusivity and empowerment, we envisioned a platform that raises marginalized voices and transforms the way we approach trauma.
Integrative Trauma
Treatment Center (ITTC)
As the parent company of KALOS, ITTC brings decades of expertise in supporting mental health professionals through innovative training and education. ITTC’s mission is to provide evidence-based resources and solutions to improve the quality of care for individuals facing trauma. Based in Portland, Oregon, ITTC offers a range of services including individual therapy, group therapy, Reiki, and coaching, with both in-person and telehealth options available.Â
By integrating KALOS into ITTC's broader framework, we aim to expand our reach and offer an even more comprehensive platform for learning, professional development, and community-building. Together, we are committed to changing the way mental health professionals connect, learn, and grow, while fostering a deeper understanding of trauma-informed practices across cultures and borders.
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