Texas board approved supervisor providing individual and group online supervision to LMSWs seeking LCSW, LMSW-IPR or LMSW-AP licensure.
Clinical Supervision
As you begin to take the steps to transition from a generalist to independent practitioner it is important to choose a skilled supervisor who can provide insight and guidance in a nurturing environment.
Dr. Mia’s areas of expertise and training are:
· Solution Focused Brief Therapy
· Motivational Approaches
· Mindfulness/EFT
· Psychodynamic
· Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches
· Systems Theory
· Cultural Humility Clinical Practices
· Sex and Couples Therapy Informed Practices
· LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy Practices
Beyond the basics of clinical supervision Dr. Mia emphasizes the clinician’s wellness and self-care as a preventive measure for emotional exhaustion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinical Supervision?
The purpose of supervision is to enhance the clinical social worker’s professional skills, knowledge, and attitudes in order to achieve competency in providing quality patient care. It aids in professional growth and development and improves clinical outcomes (NASW 2003).
May I seek LCSW supervision outside my place of employment?
Yes. If the board-approved supervisor is not employed by or under contract with the agency to provide supervision towards licensure, the Supervisee is required to obtain and submit a Clinical Supervision Plan along with a letter from the agency executive or her/his designee on agency letterhead which authorizes the Supervisee to engage in supervision with the outside Supervisor.
Is Clinical Supervision via Video-conference approved by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners?
Yes! Video and teleconference methods are approved for facilitating individual or group supervision.
What can I expect from supervision with Dr. Mia?
Dr. Kirby has over 15 years of experience in teaching Human Services, Sociology, and Social Work. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience of clinical social work to provide supervisees with real world training and exercises. Most importantly Dr. Kirby provides a safe and supportive environment to assist you in developing your clinical skills.
How long do I have to be in supervision?
The board requires a minimum of 100 hours of supervision with a board-approved supervisor that occurs throughout the course of a minimum of 3,000 supervised clinical hours. The supervisee must engage in supervision and clinical hours within a timeframe of a minimum of 24 months and in no more than 48 months.
How often can I meet with my Clinical Supervisor?
The board suggests meeting with your supervisor a minimum of 4 hours and maximum of 10 hours per month. With both individual and group supervision options a personalized schedule will be created to ensure that you obtain your 100 hours in 2 years.