Why LGBTQIA+ Clinical Supervision is Necessary for Providing Affirming Care By Alex Regalado No matter how long you’ve been a counselor or therapist, providing affirming, inclusive, and effective care is not just important—it’s essential. For therapists and social workers, engaging in LGBTQIA+ clinical supervision and consultation uniquely strengthens your professional development and client support toolkit.Read more
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Is Online Supervision Just as Effective as In-Person Support? By Nikka Alma The digital age has brought significant changes to our lives, including how mental health professionals receive supervision. The rise of online supervision has been striking, driven by advances in technology and the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic. This shift brings up an importantRead more
Elevate Your Practice with Group Clinical Consultation By Shannon Heers As a private practice therapist, you may sometimes find yourself feeling isolated or lacking the clinical support necessary for growth and development. This is a common experience, but it doesn’t have to be a permanent one. Group clinical consultation offers a powerful solution to theseRead more
For Therapists: What to Do When a Client No–Shows By Shannon Heers As therapists in private practice, dealing with no-shows can be a common and frustrating experience. Clients missing scheduled sessions without prior notice not only disrupt your day but also impacts your practice financially. This blog aims to provide practical strategies for handling no-shows,Read 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
Why Clinical Consultation After Licensure is Important By Nikka Alma As a seasoned therapist, I have had the privilege of witnessing the transformative power of clinical consultation both during and after my licensure process. While many therapists view clinical supervision as a necessary step to achieving licensure, its importance does not diminish once the licenseRead more
3 Common Mistakes That Impact Client Retention By Shannon Heers Client retention in counseling and private practice is crucial for effective therapeutic outcomes. While there are many things that you are taught in graduate school, you may not have learned what you can do as a private practice therapist to positively impact your client retention.Read more
Dear Mental Health Practitioners, Take Care of Yourselves! By Alex Regalado I want to start by saying something that all you counselors, therapists and social workers need to hear: You are doing incredible work. Every day, you show up for your clients with empathy, patience, and dedication. You create safe spaces for them to healRead more
Are Your Clients Leaving Too Soon? How to Improve Your Client Retention in Private Practice By Shannon Heers Do you sometimes wonder if your clients are dropping out of treatment too soon, as a private practice therapist? Perhaps you wonder why some of your colleagues consistently remain full, with the same clients, month after monthRead 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
