Supervision Support

To my listeners, let me be the one to tell you. You don’t have to have it all together. Profession and training doesn’t exempt you from making mistakes. It doesn’t shield you from your bias, it doesn’t shield you from judgments, it doesn’t shield you from finding yourself in an awful position in life. And if you’re in need of help, I urge you to seek it. You are as deserving of help as your client!This episode helps normalize our normal lives and encourage you to take care of self!

Shanika is a licensed therapist, CEO of Innovative Lifestyle Network, LLC and creator of the Millennial Therapy brand. She maintains her private practice in the Charlotte area and specializes in helping millennials cope with the real stressors of balancing career, relationships, family demands and life transitions. Innovative Lifestyle Network is committed to ending the stigma associated with mental health in the black community and offers counseling, coaching and educational courses for children, adolescents and adults.

Brandie Carlos is a serial entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and founder of Therapy for Latinx the first mental health directory for the Latinx community. After losing one of her best friends to suicide in February 2018 she struggled with her own mental health and felt frustrated at not being able to find resources. In her search, she came across Therapy for Black Girls and felt immediately inspired by the work of Dr. Joy Harden Bradford. Since then Therapy for Latinx has supported people in finding the resources they need all over the country. Her hope is to expand to all 50 states and Puerto Rico.Learn more about Brandie and her platform at:www.therapyforlatinx.com

This week we’re focusing on letting go and trusting the direction of your life. If you’re currently in a season where you feel like things aren’t going as planned, this episode is for you! It’s important as clinicians to remmber that we have to give ourselves grace… the same grace we afford our clients. So if you’ve failed your licensing exam, or parts of your life aren’t picture perfect, remember we too are human and deserve the space to recover. Period. No more comparing ourselve, no more wanting to uphold an image that isn’t sustainable. In this episode I give you keys to working through the difficult moments so that you can refocus and reach your goals! Share this with someone who needs to hear this.

Dr. Dani Moye is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Clinically developing intentional and passionate clinicians, targeting areas of need with strategic steps, and motivating clinical professionals to grow beyond the therapy room in order to make a wider impact in the world.Dr. Moye is also a PREPARE-ENRICH certified facilitator and loves the Wizard of Oz, as it reminds her that everything that we are searching for, already exists within us, we just have to awaken those gifts!To learn more about Dr. Dani go to: https://harmonycovetherapy.com

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Essence Cohen Fields is a trusted Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing attainable goal based therapy. She holds a bachelor degree in psychology from Spelman College and master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine. Essence has been featured as a mental health expert on media outlets such as NBC News and Bustle and is the author of “A Lesson on How To FLY: Understanding the Correlation between Self-Love, Healing, and Personal Success”. She specializes in trauma processing and boundary setting and is the owner and Executive Director of First Love Yourself Counseling. Essence is also the host of The F.L.Y. Podcast miniseries where contemporary issues are discussed in the context of mental health. First Love Yourself Counseling is based in Pennsylvania where she provides counseling and international private coaching.

Natalie Rochelle is a Marketing and Branding expert. Upon graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, she expanded her skills and became a marketing guru for aspiring entrepreneurs and small businesses. She focuses on educating her community with real life tips on how to maintain and build a profitable business from a corporate and entrepreneurial aspect.

Latasha Matthews is the Co-founder of Pieces That Fit, Inc. She is also Owner/CEO of IllumiNation Counseling and Coaching, LLC where she provided individual, couples and family counseling. Latasha is also a Clinical Supervision providing group and individual supervision and consultation for mental health professionals. Latasha is also the author of The Dumping Ground. Which was on the Best Sellers list in 2016. The “Dumping Ground” was birthed out of her inability to set the boundaries that God requires. The topic is very important to her and close to her heart because this area has cost her a tremendous amount of pain and consequences that significantly shaped the course of her life. She works with women to teach them that No is a complete sentence. She has a passion for training mental health professionals on the importance of boundary setting in clinical practice.

Dr. Nakia Hamlett received my doctorate in clinical psychology from The University at Albany, State University of New York. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Special Education from the University at Maryland, College Park, and completed pre- and postdoctoral fellowships in Psychology at the Department of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and worked there for 8 years as an Assistant Professor and clinician.Currently, Dr. Hamlett teaches undergraduate psychology and provide supervision, consultation, and assessment services, specializing in complex or difficult cases. In addition to her passion for psychology, she have always been an entrepreneur at heart and dedicated to creative, clinical innovations and teaching.

Gretchen Campbell is a Licensed Professional Counselor currently in Private Practice located in Cary & Durham NC. She’s an original Jersey girl that completed her academic career at Kean University and Fairleigh Dickinson University. She has been in the Mental Health field for 17 yrs and has passion for working with adolescent females with a unique niche working with Mother’s and Daughters. She is currently working on growing her practice and is working towards opening up a wellness center.

Essence Cohen Fields is a trusted Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing attainable goal based therapy. She holds a bachelor degree in psychology from Spelman College and master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine. Essence has been featured as a mental health expert on media outlets such as NBC News and Bustle and is the author of “A Lesson on How To FLY: Understanding the Correlation between Self-Love, Healing, and Personal Success”. She specializes in trauma processing and boundary setting and is the owner and Executive Director of First Love Yourself Counseling. Essence is also the host of The F.L.Y. Podcast miniseries where contemporary issues are discussed in the context of mental health. First Love Yourself Counseling is based in Pennsylvania where she provides counseling and international private coaching.@theconsciousqueen on instagram

Edie is a LCSW in both NY and CA. She has worked extensively with the Eating Disorder population at all levels of care. She utilizes Mindfulness, CBT, EMDR and Relational Therapy in her practice. Edie also works with Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Mood Disorders and Relationship Issues.In addition to being a psychotherapist, Edie is a Reiki Master and utilizes this holistic healing in her practice.@ediestarktherapy on Instagram

Seida Hood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who owns a prominent private practice in Saint Charles, IL. Seida specializes in working with aggressive teens, teens who struggle with self-harm, millennial women struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma. In 2016, Seida wrote a series on her blog called 20 Days to Better Relationships. This series was updated and turned into an actionable workbook, which is available on Amazon, Createspace, Barnes & Noble and more.Seida counts it a privilege to help facilitate transformation with clients. Outside of her practice, Seida enjoys spending quality time with her husband and beautiful children.http://www.ftheartcounseling.com/https://www.instagram.com/seidafthc/

Dr. Jameson Mercier and his wife, Herdyne Mercier, are not your average counselors. Dr. Mercier specializes in Marriage/Family Therapy, fatherhood and Relationship Systems Consulting.Mrs. Mercier is driven by her passion to educate children and help current wives and wives-tobe turn their love story into reality. Their work with couples and families comes from a place of personal experiences and triumphs as they’ve been together for over 15 years, raise 4 kids, and run a business together.Dr. and Mrs. Mercier believe that with the right skills every couple can have the happy, healthy, relationship they desire. Together, they have made it their purpose to equip couples and families with the tools to make that dream a reality.To learn more about the Merciers, click the links below:@thewifementor and @dr.jamesonmercier on Instagram

Welcome to Season 2! We launch the second season with an honest and transparent episode that speaks to the experience of four black male therapists in the mental health field. This episode focuses on their unique experiences, the challenges they’ve faced and how they have been able to overcome their own personal challenges in order to show up for their themselves and their clients.

2019 is looking like the year we stop settling for just OK and good enough. As clinicians, we have to take responsibility for our futures and hold ourselves accountable for the lives we wish to live. Sounds familiar, right? I’m sure we’ve said this very thing to many of our clients. I challenge you to let go of the DOUBT and FEAR and go after what you want in 2019! In this episode I share the shift that I’ve noticed in the field and why you need to be prepared to meet the need!

Erica James is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Atlanta. She has a private practice, Erica James Counseling LLC which she started in February 2016. Erica specialize in women’s mental health, couples therapy, individual therapy, healing past traumas, and self-care. She also enjoy public speaking events in which I talk about practical mental health and self-care.

This week we’re going to have a real conversation. I have found myself in a place where I feel more tired, often than not, and this isn’t OK with me. I take responsibility for this, but in part, the field sets you up to be in this state, perpetually. The demands of paperwork, caseloads, and the list goes on often are met with unrealistic expectations and this take a toll on us mentally. I want to speak with you candidly about this, so watch, listen, and comment how you are addressing this very issue!

Sharon J. Lawrence is the Owner/Primary Clinician of Selah Wellness & Therapeutic Services, LLC located in Largo, Maryland. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) (MD/VA), Certified Anger Management Specialists-II (CAMS-II), Certified Prepare-Enrich Facilitator and Trainer, Certified Life Coach, Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC), an Approved Clinical Supervisor in Social Work (MD) and is credentialed as an Employee Assistance Specialist-Clinician. She has over 15 years experience working with children, adults, couples and families within the following settings: mental health, substance abuse, foster care, family court, and developmental disabilities.Ms. Lawrence is a Therapist for Therapists, Professionals and Couples. Her passion is to help improve the lives of clinicians and professionals who manage the day to day responsibility of caring for others. In addition to her direct practice, she is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor in the State of Maryland. For the past five years, she has been providing clinical supervision to Maryland Social Workers seeking advanced licensure. She is dedicated to providing information, tools and knowledge to clinicians who desire to be change agents.

In this episode we meet Niya Calderon, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Carolina. Niya works with angry women, frustrated couples, and overwhelmed mothers. She help others learn how to manage their emotions, communicate needs, and set healthy boundaries. Niya has transitioned from being a busy study to a private practice owner and supervisors for new clinicians like you! She is now helping new clinicians smoothly transition into being fully licensed clinicians.You can learn more about Niya over at:www.nwccounseling.org

The Mental Health field is quickly changing as popular society becomes more aware and open to therapy and finding ways to address mental health. As a profession, we have to be at the forefront of this shift and prepared to meet the need of the masses. However, I often feel that the field lags behind popular trends and tries so desperately to hold on to antiquated ideals that leave us unappealing, and unavailable to people who are in desperate need of our services. I’ve also observed many clinicians identifying spaces we they feel shut out of, or have been reserved and dominated by gate keepers.When I created Supervision Support, I saw a void and met that need. If there is something you have been thinking about doing, this is your opportunity to meet the needs of the people you feel most purposed to help n spite of feeling kept out of spaces that were never meant for you to begin with. If you want to create a conference, do it. You want to meet the needs to a specific niche, but lack resources? Start a group, develop a product, do what you can now! As you gain experience, licensure, or whatever it is that you feel is preventing you from reaching your full potential, you will be servicing those that need you most. With support, supervision, and the right people in your corner, all is possible!So yea, that thing you’ve been sitting on. Do it, and stop waiting for someone to give you permission.Create the space!

Catherine Silver is a licensed clinical social worker in New York City specializing in the treatment of people with eating disorders, OCD, anxiety, depression and trauma. She was previously the Senior Team Leader at one of the nation's leading eating disorder treatment centers and is currently in private practice.Catherine also received postgraduate training in family and couples therapy. Catherine is passionate about helping people heal their relationship with food, love their bodies and increase their overall sense of connection within themselves and with others.

Amber Lane is an Oklahoma City, Oklahoma native and recently transitioned to Houston, Texas. Amber is truly passionate about mentoring and helping other aspiring social workers. Amber earned her Bachelors degree in Social Work at Kentucky State University in 2011. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Louisville in 2015. Amber earned her LMSW (Licensed Masters Social Work) in 2017 and has 7 years of experience in the social work field. This year Amber plans to obtain her LCSW. Amber has a mentoring and coaching business for social workers. The name of her business is Social Work Mentoring and Coaching that was established in 2018. Amber is the Founder and Executive Director of Knowing Your Worth Inc. 501(c) (3). A non-profit organization established in 2017.

Mishka is a bilingual, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist working in private practice under the supervision of Anita Avedian, LMFT. Mishka earned her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Saint Mary’s University, Los Angeles in 2015.Mishka is also a Certified Anger Management Counselor and provides anger management groups and one on one sessions for both volunteer and court-mandated clients. She is fluent in Spanish and loves to work with the Latinx population, young adults and families. She also loves speaking at events, teaching, and connecting with the community!Fun fact: She has a Russian name, but is 100% Latina!You can connect with Mishka on Instagram and Facebook with the name Kimball Therapy, you can also find her on Psychology Today, and her website: www.kimballtherapy.comMishka is currently practicing in Sherman Oaks and Woodland Hills. You can reach her at 818-253-9404 to schedule a free phone consultation.

In this episode, Deseray discusses the importance of having an abundance mindset when thinking about how your career as a therapist will unfold. Many times clinicians are shamed for wanting to build a life where they can serve their clients and make good money at the same time. This narrative needs to change, and this is where Deseray plans to help you start doing so. Follow Deseray @supervisionsupport on Instagram and like our page on Facebook.

Gregory Gannon, LCSW, earned an MSW from Hunter College in 2010 and worked out of a general mental health clinic in Brooklyn, NY for almost seven years. He currently works in Columbus, GA for the Department of Veterans Affairs as a psychotherapist specializing in PTSD treatment. He also recently opened a private online therapy practice called Your Therapist Online as a way link individuals, couples, and families to quality mental health treatment services.Having worked in one of the busiest cities in the world, Mr. Gannon recognized a need for treatment for people with demanding schedules or for those who are not located near a mental health provider.You can learn more about Greg over at:https://www.yourtherapistonline.com/

You can learn more about Kiaundra Jackson, LMFT at https://kwcouplestherapy.com/ and @Kiaundrajackson everywhere!

It's been a while! I'm finally back after my mini hiatus and wanted to come back and touch base with you about what has been going on. If you know anyone who may been in a space where they just need a break, send this to them now!

Dr. Perry is a Licensed Psychologist and earned a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at the University of North Texas. Dr. Perry has experience in college and community mental health and serving those in unique careers. She is currently a staff psychologist and assistant professor at 2 area hospitals and supervises medical and psychology trainees across development levels. Dr. Perry also has a private practice and provides individual and couple therapy along with case and supervision consultation. Her clinical specialties include depression, couple and family distress, spirituality in psychotherapy, and clinical supervision/consultation.

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Where to find Agnes: http://www.agnespagan.com/https://www.instagram.com/_betheexception/

Nedra Glover Tawwab is a licensed clinical social worker and the owner of Kaleidoscope Counseling in Charlotte, NC. Nedra helps people in relationship by improving boundaries, attachments and assertiveness to increase the likely of healthy interactions with other. In 2017, she is the created the Empowered Planner, a planner intended for mindful living and self care focused planning.

You can learn more about Marlene over at www.marlinefrancois.com

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Dr. Donna shares how advocating for herself throughout supervision ensured she was getting the expereince she deserved which allowed her to develop into a qualified and comptenent clinician. Her tips are a gem and is a necessary conversation to have. You don't want to miss this!

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You can Find more info about Janet over at: https://meridianclinicalgroup.comFollow her on Facebook: www.facebook.com/therapywithjanetb and on Instagram: www.instagram.com/therapy_with_janetb/

You can find more about Shena over at:http://www.shenathetherapist.comInstagram: @_blackgirlsheal

If you want to learn more about Zeahlot you can find her over at:www.vidatherapy.co@vidatherapy (instagram)

You don't want to miss this episode!

You can find Syrenia online at:@sereneambition (instagram)www.yoursereneambition.com

If you want to learn more about Tatiana, find her on the web at the links below:@tsmithcounseling (Instagram)Podcast (www.talkingoffthecouse.com)

Where to find Leslie: www.thebalancebox.net@usawabalancebox (Instagram)

In this episode, I talk about why it's important for you to create strong and consistent boundaries for the people in your life (including clients) so that you aren't left emotionally drained and without support for yourself. When you're the therapist friend, you often are the one whose expected to check in, but whose checking in on you? Continue the conversation on Instagram and Facebook @Supervisionsupport

If you're looking for employment or you're currently in a super stressful job, this podcast is for you! In this episode I talk all about tips and tricks for finding your next position; But for those of you who are feeling super stressed at work, I share some of the ways I have organized my work life so that I don't end my week in an anxious burned out state of mind!I hope this helps! Want to continue to converstation?Follow us @SupervisionSupport on Instagram and Facebook.

In this episode I speak about how these presentations appear in our lives and prevent us from reaching our full potential as clinicians. If you're looking to level up in your endeavors this year, you need to identify when impostor syndrome is creeping into your thoughts.

In this episode we'll talk about some o the major rookie mistakes that could create a roadblock in your journey towards licensure.

In this Episode, I talk all about the importance of checking in with yourself as a self-care measure.