Rise Above. Achieve Beyond.
Consulting + Therapy services for leaders, teams, and individuals ready to rise!
I’m Phoenix Lockett, founder of Rise Consulting and Therapy, and creator of the CALM Framework™.I bring two lenses most consultants don’t have: 20+ years of executive leadership and clinical training as a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT#164779). I understand the business pressure and the human psychology behind why change succeeds or fails.I work with leaders, teams, and individuals ready to move from chaos to clarity, without burning out along the way. That can mean a workshop, consulting, speaking, coaching, therapy, or my Rise Up 30-Day Challenge Workbook.Therapy services are provided through Oak Bend Therapy under the supervision of Christine Rivlin, LPCC #16395.
Introducing The CALM Framework™
A Psychology-Informed Approach to Change LeadershipAn interactive session for leaders, managers, and teams guiding their people through change, such as a restructure, a new leader, a merger, or a shift in direction.We walk through each step of the CALM Framework™ with real scenarios, so leaders leave with language and tools they can use with their teams the next day.
The CALM Framework™ is a practical, research-informed methodology that helps leaders navigate organizational change without burning out their best people.
Rooted in clinical psychology, neuroscience research, and real-world leadership experience, CALM gives leaders a step-by-step approach that works WITH people's brains instead of against them.The Framework:C — Connect Before You Change
Build emotional connection before asking people to move. You can't lead people somewhere new if they don't trust you enough to follow.A — Acknowledge the Loss
Every change involves an ending. Leaders who skip this step lose people emotionally, even when they stay physically. Validate what's ending before celebrating what's beginning.L — Lead with Clarity, Not Certainty
You don't have to have all the answers. But you do have to be honest about what you know, what you don't, and what you're committed to — regardless of the unknowns.M — Monitor and Adjust
Change isn't a one-time announcement. It's an ongoing process that requires consistent emotional pulse-checking, feedback loops, and course corrections.
Available virtually or in person.Email me to book.
Ways to Work With Me
For Organizations:
The CALM Advantage, consulting, training, speaking
For Individuals:
Rise Up Challenge Workbook, coaching, therapy services
Leaders and teams today face burnout, resistance to change, and cultures that weren’t built to last. Using the CALM Framework™ and psychology-informed strategies, I address both the business challenges and the human factors behind them.Whether you’re an organization navigating change or an individual ready for your own transformation, Rise meets you where you are.
What Clients are Saying
"Working with Rise was smooth, and the knowledge displayed was impeccable."
- Nicole B., Small Business Owner"The quality of work done and the coaching advice provided was valuable and impactful."
- Victor E., Coaching Client"Phoenix helped me see exactly which areas I needed to grow in, and that was invaluable."
- Alicia S., Retired Professional
