Community Mental Health Center Challenges and How Supervision Can Help By Shannon Heers Community mental health centers (CMHCs) play a vital role in providing care to underserved populations. But working in these settings as a therapist isn’t easy. The demands are high, the resources are limited, and burnout is real, believe me. Many therapists inRead more
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Tips for Managing Anxiety in a Clinical Supervision Relationship By Irrit Mihok That knot in your stomach before supervision? Yeah, I get it. Let’s be real, as a therapist, walking into clinical supervision can sometimes feel like stepping onto a mini stage. You’re about to share the messy, complicated realities of your client work, andRead more
Exploring the Structure and Benefits of Group Supervision By Heather Hyland As a therapist, you often work in deeply emotional and complex spaces, supporting clients through life’s challenges. But who supports you? Enter group supervision, a dynamic and collaborative approach that not only strengthens clinical practice but also nurtures professional growth and well-being. Whether you’reRead more
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
Trauma-Informed Safety Intervention: What to Do When You’re Not Sure By Shannon Heers You’re sitting across from your client, heart racing just a little faster than usual. Something in what they said set off an alarm inside you—maybe it was a passing comment about not wanting to be here anymore or a vague mention ofRead more
Why Joining Consultation Groups is a Game-Changer for Therapists in Washington By Shannon Heers Therapists, let’s be real—private practice can be lonely. You spend your days holding space for others, but who holds space for you? Who do you turn to when you’re unsure about a case, need ethical guidance, or just want to ventRead more
What is the Difference Between Triadic and Traditional Supervision? By Shannon Heers So, you’re on your way to becoming a fully licensed counselor—congratulations! Now, it’s time to make some big decisions about your clinical supervision. Should you go the traditional route or try out triadic supervision? If you’re scratching your head wondering what the differenceRead more
Recognizing and Preventing Burnout as a Mental Health Professional By Irrit Mihok As mental health professionals you are trained to assess, diagnose and treat mental health disorders. Some of you work with a range of different types of people and diagnosis and others specialize in one type or area of diagnosis or population. However, allRead more
What to Look for in a Child and Family Therapy Supervisor By Heather Hyland Choosing and finding the right clinical supervisor is a crucial step in your journey as a child and family therapist. A good supervisor can significantly impact your growth, clinical confidence, and ability to handle complex client situations. Here are some qualitiesRead more
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
