The purpose of the supervision process is to support and guide LPC associates as they gain hours to become Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs). As a plus, counselors can participate in a growing professional relationship with another person who can relate to this process. This relationship can be so forged that it lasts well beyond the supervision timeframe.
I strive to meet 3 Big Goals:
Oversee well-being of clients
Grow as a professional clinician
Submit final licensing paperwork
To meet each person's individual style, I blend psychoanalytic, CBT, and person centered theories of supervision.
Four hours of supervision must be completed each month. I also blend in person and virtual meetings on an individual basis. Though my supervision is conducted virtually, for face to face sessions I am located to best serve those in the Austin, Lockhart, Gonzales, Schulenburg, La Grange, Giddings, and Bastrop areas. Meeting once a week is the preferred frequency to meet the foundation of timely supervision. The time of each session will be determined based on our individual needs.
No group supervision is being done at this time.
I am open to supervising associates who are self-employed; however, I am unable to provide clients.
My best fit associate is a person working at an agency/facility/group practice.
Inspired by the graciousness of my own supervisor and the spirit of generosity, I keep my fees at $50/session, or $50/hour of supervision, generally $200/month.
The same limits of confidentiality pertain to supervision as they do during practice with clients, including when supervision is conducted virtually.
Completed once
Paperwork
Get to know you
Goals
Supervision Contract
Ongoing and completed in the first 6 months
Individual Duties
Documentation and Security
Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures
Rules and Theories
Competencies, Toolkit, and Resources
Ongoing and completed within 5 years
Meet weekly
Evaluation and Remediation as necessary
Complete and submit licensing paperwork
An Associate's Responsibility
Before making a decision on any supervisor, potential supervisees who know a few things about themselves will feel more confident about their supervisor choice. This relationship can last for years and it can be tedious and stressful if switching supervisors is needed. A final decision can be made after answering the statements listed below and interviewing several potential supervisors.
Know your professional goals and have an idea of an overall vision for your career
Know your beliefs and general boundaries
Know your expectations for supervision and of your supervisor
Resources for finding supervisor options include the BHEC website and Kate Walker Training.