Clinical Supervision for Mental Health Professionals in Portland and Washington
Growing Your Clinical Skills While Staying True to Your Authentic Self
As a mental health professional navigating the complexities of clinical practice, you understand that supervision isn't just about checking boxes for licensure requirements. It's about developing your clinical voice, building confidence in your therapeutic approach, and creating space to process the real challenges that arise when supporting clients through their most vulnerable moments.
I provide clinical supervision that goes beyond the standard case consultation model. My approach centers on helping you develop as both a skilled clinician and a whole person who brings their authentic self to the therapeutic relationship. Whether you're working toward licensure, seeking specialized training in evidence-based practices, or looking to deepen your work with neurodivergent populations, I offer supervision that meets you where you are while pushing you toward where you want to be.
What Makes My Supervision Approach Different
Having spent years in both clinical practice and supervision roles, I've learned that the most transformative supervision happens when we move past surface-level case reviews and dig into the nuances of therapeutic work. My supervision style blends evidence-based practice with real-world application, creating a learning environment where you can explore, question, and grow without judgment.
I bring my full self to supervision sessions – including my experience as a neurodivergent clinician and parent. This means we can have honest conversations about the challenges of maintaining professional boundaries while being genuinely present with clients, managing your own mental health while supporting others, and navigating the systems and structures of mental health care that don't always align with our values or our clients' needs.
My doctoral training and extensive experience with specialized modalities like ERP, I-CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy allow me to offer deep clinical guidance. But equally important is my commitment to creating supervision relationships built on mutual respect, curiosity, and the understanding that clinical excellence doesn't mean perfection.
Who Benefits Most From My Supervision
My supervision approach resonates particularly well with clinicians who:
Are working toward licensure and want supervision that prepares them for independent practice beyond just meeting hour requirements. You're looking for someone who can help you develop clinical judgment, navigate ethical complexities, and build confidence in your therapeutic stance.
Work with LGBTQ+ clients and communities and need supervision from someone who doesn't just tolerate but actively affirms and understands the unique clinical considerations of working with queer and trans individuals. You want to explore how identity, systemic oppression, and mental health intersect in the therapeutic space.
Value authenticity in clinical practice and struggle with the tension between professional expectations and bringing your genuine self to your work. You're tired of supervision that feels performative and want space to explore what authentic clinical practice means for you.
Specialize in or want to develop expertise with neurodivergent populations, particularly autistic adults, ADHD, and the intersection of neurodivergence with trauma and anxiety. You recognize that traditional therapeutic approaches often need adaptation for neurodivergent clients, and you want supervision from someone who deeply understands these nuances.
Are interested in evidence-based trauma and anxiety treatments including specialized approaches for OCD. You want to learn these modalities not just technically but understand how to implement them with flexibility and cultural responsiveness.
Are neurodivergent clinicians seeking supervision from someone who understands the unique strengths and challenges you bring to clinical work. You want supervision that honors your neurotype while supporting your professional development.
The Structure of Our Supervision Relationship
Clinical supervision with me begins with understanding your unique needs, goals, and learning style. During our initial consultation, we'll explore what you're hoping to gain from supervision, your clinical interests and challenges, and how we can structure our work together to best support your growth.
Our ongoing supervision sessions create consistent space for:
Case consultation that goes deeper than surface interventions. We'll explore the dynamics at play in your clinical relationships, examine countertransference and parallel processes, and develop nuanced treatment approaches that honor both evidence-based practice and client individuality.
Skill development in specialized areas including trauma-informed care, neurodivergent-affirming practices, and evidence-based treatments for anxiety and OCD. I provide hands-on training, role-play opportunities, and detailed feedback to help you build competence and confidence.
Professional identity development that honors who you are as a person and clinician. We'll explore how your own experiences, identities, and values inform your clinical work, and how to leverage these as strengths while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Systems navigation and advocacy because clinical work doesn't happen in a vacuum. We'll discuss how to work within imperfect systems while advocating for change, maintain your values while meeting professional requirements, and support clients facing systemic barriers.
Self-care and sustainability planning because burned-out clinicians can't provide quality care. We'll honestly address the challenges of this work and develop practical strategies for maintaining your well-being while showing up fully for clients.
Specialized Supervision Areas
My supervision offerings include several specialized focus areas:
Neurodivergent-Affirming Practice
Developing clinical approaches that truly affirm rather than pathologize neurodivergence requires more than surface-level training. Through supervision, you'll learn to recognize and interrupt neurotypical bias in assessment and treatment, adapt evidence-based practices for autistic and ADHD clients, and understand the complex relationship between neurodivergence, trauma, and mental health.
LGBTQ+ Affirmative Practice
Working effectively with LGBTQ+ clients requires more than good intentions. Through supervision, we'll explore the clinical implications of minority stress, the intersection of multiple marginalized identities, and how to create genuinely affirming therapeutic spaces that go beyond rainbow flags and pronoun pins.
Evidence-Based Trauma and Anxiety Treatment
Whether you're learning Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, ERP, or I-CBT, I provide comprehensive supervision that includes theoretical grounding, practical skill development, and ongoing consultation as you implement these approaches. You'll learn not just the protocols but how to flexibly apply them while maintaining fidelity to what makes them effective.
Integration of Identity and Practice
For clinicians who hold marginalized identities, finding your authentic clinical voice while navigating professional spaces that weren't designed for you presents unique challenges. My supervision provides space to explore these complexities and develop approaches that honor both professional standards and personal authenticity.
The Practical Details
I offer clinical supervision through secure online platforms, making it accessible whether you're in Portland, elsewhere in Oregon, or in Washington State. This virtual format allows for flexibility while maintaining the depth and connection essential to meaningful supervision relationships.
Sessions are typically scheduled on a regular basis – weekly or biweekly depending on your needs and licensure requirements. I maintain availability for between-session consultation for urgent clinical situations, understanding that complex cases don't always wait for scheduled supervision.
For those seeking supervision toward licensure, I ensure all documentation meets state requirements while focusing our actual session time on your clinical development rather than paperwork. I'm familiar with Oregon and Washington licensure processes and can provide guidance on navigating these systems.
Taking the Next Step
Choosing a clinical supervisor is an important decision that impacts not just your professional development but your entire relationship with clinical work. The right supervision relationship can transform how you understand yourself as a clinician, deepen your capacity to support clients, and help you build a sustainable, meaningful practice.
If my approach resonates with you, I invite you to reach out for a consultation. During our initial conversation, we can explore your supervision needs, discuss how my approach might support your goals, and determine if we're a good fit for working together.
Quality supervision is an investment in your professional development and, ultimately, in the care you provide to your clients. Whether you're just beginning your clinical journey or seeking to deepen established practice, thoughtful supervision can catalyze the kind of growth that transforms not just what you do but how you understand the profound work of supporting others through their healing.
Ready to explore how clinical supervision could support your professional growth? Contact me to schedule your consultation and learn more about availability and scheduling. Together, we can create a supervision experience that honors your development as both a skilled clinician and an authentic human being bringing your whole self to this meaningful work.