Why Supervision Isn’t Just for Licensure – It’s Lifelong Growth By Chris Campassi When many therapists hear the word supervision, your mind jumps back to those early, often nerve-wracking days of working toward licensure. Supervision might feel like something you leave behind once you’ve earned your credentials — a box to check off, a requirementRead more
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Why Every Therapist Needs Risk Assessment Training By Chris Campassi As mental health professionals, therapists play a crucial role in supporting individuals through their most vulnerable moments. While building trust and fostering healing are central to our work, it is equally essential to develop skills in risk assessment to ensure the safety of our clientsRead more
Understanding Colorado LPC Requirements for Clinical Supervision By Chris Campassi Clinical supervision is a critical component in the professional development of mental health practitioners. It ensures that aspiring counselors receive proper guidance and support as they work toward full licensure. For those pursuing a career as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado, understanding theRead more
Supporting Clients Struggling with Holiday Stress By Chris Campassi The holiday season, often seen as a time of joy and togetherness, can also be a source of significant stress for many individuals. For therapists, this time of year brings unique challenges as your clients grapple with the emotional weight of the season. From the pressuresRead more
How External Supervision and Consultation Can Help Prevent Burnout in Community Mental Health Therapists By Chris Campassi Working in community mental health can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be very challenging. Many mental health therapists, whether counselors or social workers, experience high levels of stress as they dedicate their time and energy toRead more
3 Questions to Consider Before Dedicating Yourself to a Supervisee By Chris Campassi Taking on the role of a clinical supervisor in mental health counseling is an important responsibility. As a supervisor, you’re not only guiding a supervisee’s professional development but also ensuring their clients receive ethical, competent care. Before committing to supervising someone, it’sRead more
Choosing the Right Clinical Consultant: A Guide for Counselors and Therapists By Chris Campassi Being a counselor or therapist is a rewarding but challenging job. You spend your days helping others, but sometimes, you need help too. That’s where a clinical consultant can be beneficial. A clinical consultant is an experienced therapist who can guideRead more
When Should a Risk Assessment Be Conducted? By Chris Campassi For therapists, determining when to conduct a formal risk assessment can be difficult at times. You want to be careful that you are not overly focusing on risk as a way to manage liability at the expense of providing support for your client. However, theRead more
The Crucial Role of Supervision of Supervision in Supervisor Development By Chris Campassi Hello everyone! Today we’re diving into a topic that’s very important for clinical supervisors like me: supervision of your supervision. It might sound a bit confusing, but don’t worry—I’m here to break it down for you! What is Supervision of Supervision? Let’sRead more
How to Decide What Population to Work With as a Supervisee By Chris Campassi Are you working towards licensure as a private practice counselor or social worker, ensuring that you are meeting all of your requirements for direct hours and supervision, but finding yourself dissatisfied with the population you are working with? You may findRead more
