Not All Supervisors Are Created Equal
If you’re a soon-to-be therapist wrapping up your grad program and staring down the licensure process—first of all, congratulations! You’ve survived theories, ethics, and the DSM-V, and now it’s time to find your supervision soulmate.
In this post, I share what I’ve learned after working with seven (yes, seven!) different supervisors during my journey toward licensure. From understanding your supervisor’s vibe and specialization to navigating supervision logistics, crisis availability, and cost, I break down the key factors that can make or break your experience as a pre-licensed clinician.
Whether you’re looking for a warm mentor who offers gentle guidance or a practical expert who calls your bluff with compassion, your supervisor plays a vital role in shaping your professional identity. Consider this your unofficial guide to finding your therapy Yoda - someone who helps you grow, challenges you wisely, and laughs with you through the hard stuff.
Read the full guide on Substack!
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