Located in Corpus Christi, Texas.
LCSW Supervision online or in person.
My philosophy.
As an LCSW-S I am dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals, whether through in-person or online individual and group sessions. I firmly believe that clinical supervision is a pivotal step in your professional journey. Supervision offers LMSW’s, at any stage in their career, a unique opportunity for substantial growth, both professionally and personally.
While a master's degree in social work provides foundational skills for practice, it often lacks the clinical skills needed for real-life application. As an LCSW-S, I'm here to bridge this gap by sharing my clinical knowledge and expertise, helping you develop or enhance your clinical skills and therapeutic proficiency.
Engaging in supervision demonstrates your commitment to upholding ethical standards in our profession and enhancing your competence as a licensed social worker. I invite you to take the next step – let's set up an interview and discuss how to start your journey towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
The brain and body connection.
My clinical framework is rooted in neurobiology, shaped by my own LCSW supervision experience. My approach integrates Polyvagal Theory and cognitive based theories, along with EMDR and extensive training in complex trauma, attachment, and relational trauma modalities. Through exploring these diverse methods with curiosity and openness, I have successfully developed and enhanced my clinical skills, becoming a more confident and competent clinician.
What clinical supervision means to me…
-
Supervision involves a collaborative partnership between the supervisor and supervisee, both dedicated to enhancing competence, professionalism, and ethical conduct. As a supervisor, my role is to guide you in applying social work theory, standardized knowledge, skills, competence, and ethical principles in your practice. Additionally, I provide feedback and assess progress to help you advance towards your professional development goals.
What comes next…
Once you’ve decided to you are ready to begin LCSW supervision, contact me and we will schedule an appointment to discuss further. We will be spending a lot of time together over the next 24+ months so it is important to make sure we are a good fit!
FAQs
What are the eligibility requirements for LCSW Supervision in Texas?
The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council sets the requirements for LCSW clinical supervision in Texas. LMSW’s must complete 100 hours of supervision with an approved supervisor over a period of at least 24 months. Additionally, you'll need to accumulate 3000 total work hours before you can apply to sit for your exam.
If you are working full-time (about 30 hours a week) it takes approximately 24 months and if you are working part-time (about 15 hours a week) it takes approximately 48 months.
Does my job qualify for LCSW Supervision?
The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council has specific criteria. Your job should involve assessing, diagnosing, and treating chemical dependency or mental health issues according to the DSM-V criteria for at least four (4) hours a week. There are several ways this can be achieved even if your job does not meet the clinical requirements.
How often will I have Supervision?
Full time supervision involves a commitment to meet for two sessions each month, both will be 2-hours in length. With this schedule, you can complete supervision as quickly as 24 months.
Part-time supervision includes one 2-hour session each month. It will take approximately 48 months to complete.
Some employer’s will reimburse you for the cost. Be sure to ask.
What is a session like?
For both individual and group sessions, the first hour will focus on building clinical skills through deeper understanding of various theories and approaches, learning about the impact of trauma and attachment experiences, psychopharmacology, ethical dilemmas, the DSM-V, diagnosing and developing critical thinking skills needed to pass the LCSW exam. The second hour will focus on case review for the real-time cases you are currently working on. There will also be assignments to complete between sessions.
