Clinical Supervision FAQ | NC LMFT Associates & VA MFT Residents
Clinical Supervision FAQ
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I provide clinical supervision for LMFT Associates in North Carolina and MFT Residents in Virginia. I welcome therapists from a variety of clinical settings, including private practice, agencies, group practices, and community mental health.
Whether you're just beginning your post-graduate journey or looking for a supervisor who will challenge and support your growth, I'd love to talk.
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Completely normal.
Every therapist—myself included—has walked out of sessions wondering if they missed something or could have handled a moment differently.
Supervision isn't about proving you're good enough.
It's about having a place where you can continue learning without pretending to have it all figured out.
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Warm. Collaborative. Honest. Thoughtful.
I won't embarrass you or shame you for not knowing something.
I will challenge you to think more deeply, strengthen your clinical reasoning, and become increasingly confident in your own voice as a therapist.
I want supervision to be a place where you feel safe enough to say, "I'm stuck," because those are often the moments where the best learning happens.
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Good.
Most excellent therapists have seasons where they question themselves.
Confidence doesn't come from always knowing the answer. It grows through experience, thoughtful reflection, and having someone help you make sense of the work. That's exactly what supervision is for. -
More than anything, I'm looking for someone who is teachable, curious, and committed to becoming an excellent therapist.
You don't have to know all the answers. In fact, I expect you won't. What matters most is a willingness to ask questions, think deeply, receive feedback, and continue growing.
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You can read more about how I structure supervision here.
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Sometimes.
If there's an ethical concern, a safety issue, or a situation that requires clear direction, absolutely.
Most of the time, though, I'll probably ask you another question first.
Not because I'm avoiding your question, but because I want you to learn how to think through complex situations with confidence long after supervision has ended.
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Those are often the most valuable conversations we have.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, questioning yourself, or carrying a session home with you, supervision is a place to slow down, make sense of what's happening, and think together about your next steps.
Whether you're just beginning your post-graduate journey or looking for a supervisor who will challenge and support your growth, I'd love to talk.
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Not at all.
While trauma is my area of specialization, good therapy is always built on strong relationships, thoughtful case conceptualization, and a therapist who knows how to stay present with people.
Those are skills that benefit every clinician, regardless of their specialty.
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None.
Many associates join me with little or no formal trauma training. We'll build your clinical thinking one step at a time, and along the way you'll naturally become more confident working with clients whose histories include trauma.
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My Christian faith shapes the way I view people, healing, and relationships. If faith is important to you, I'm comfortable integrating those conversations into supervision. If it isn't, that's perfectly okay too. Supervision is always centered on your professional development and the needs of your clients.
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I ask supervisees to come prepared with cases, questions, and reflections from their clinical work. You don't need polished presentations—just a willingness to think critically about your work and engage in discussion.
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I currently offer group supervision.
Group supervision gives you the opportunity to learn not only from your own cases, but from the questions, insights, and experiences of other therapists. Many associates find this to be one of the richest parts of the supervision process.
I do offer individual supervision once per month in the Trauma-Focused Track.
Learn more about how I structure supervision here.
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That's okay.
Supervision is an important relationship, and I believe it's worth finding the right fit. If, after talking, one of us feels another supervisor would better support your growth, I'll tell you honestly—and I hope you will too.
My goal isn't simply to fill a supervision group. It's to help therapists find the environment where they'll thrive.
Ready to take the next step?
If my supervision approach resonates with you, I'd love to learn more about you.
Complete the supervision application, and I'll personally review it.
If it seems like we'd be a good fit, I'll reach out to schedule a consultation.