Professional Supervision
In Texas, the field of clinical social work is upheld by stringent standards to ensure the highest level of professional care and expertise. Practitioners are required to have a master’s degree in social work from an accredited institution and must obtain licensure within the state.
This comprehensive process includes a minimum of 100 hours of direct supervision and 3000 hours of professional practice under the guidance of a board-approved supervisor.
As a board-approved supervisor in Texas, I am committed to fostering the development of future clinical social workers. The LCSW Supervision process in our state is meticulously designed to equip aspiring social workers with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel as licensed clinical social workers.
This rigorous training ensures that they are well-prepared to provide exceptional service and care in their professional practice.
Mental health clinicians who are fully licensed to engage in private, independent practice and have completed an EMDRIA Approved EMDR Training, in its entirety, are eligible to become an EMDR
Certified Therapist ™ through EMDRIA. An EMDR Certified Therapist ™ has opted to meet standards of excellence in the field of EMDR therapy, measured by consultation, clinical practice, and continuing education. One of the benefits of maintaining EMDR Certification is to highlight your professional accomplishments. EMDR Certification Application - EMDR International Association (emdria.org)
An EMDR Certified Therapist ™ has voluntarily met standards of consultation, clinical practice, and continuing education to provide EMDR therapy. An EMDR Certified Therapist ™ has engaged in at least 20 hours of consultation with an EMDR Consultant ™ for EMDR and has practiced their skills with at least 25 different clients in at least 50 EMDR sessions. An EMDR Certified Therapist ™ is committed to fulfilling ethical standards and is engaged in continuing education. To maintain this certification, a therapist must continue to satisfy the EMDRIA requirement including completion of continuing education requirements and adherence to ethical standards.
EMDR Certification Application - EMDR International Association (emdria.org)
Supervision for LMSW to obtain LCSW
EMDR Consultation for EMDRIA-approved Certification
Supervision Framework:
Purpose, Goals, and Objectives: Outlines the primary framework of the supervision, including fulfilling LCSW training requirements in Texas and promoting professional growth.
Context and Content: Focuses on the areas of skill acquisition, ethical understanding, and adherence to legal and professional standards.
Record-Keeping Responsibilities:
Supervisory and Supervisee Records: Details the process of documenting supervisory sessions and the responsibilities of the supervisee in recording their clinical hours and staying updated with professional requirements.
Duties of Supervisor and Supervisee: Enumerates the specific roles and expectations of both the supervisor and the supervisee, emphasizing their respective commitments to the supervisory process.
Professional Conduct & Compliance:
Ethical and Legal Adherence: Highlights the importance of ethical behavior and legal compliance in clinical practice, both for the supervisor and supervisee.
Ongoing Professional Development: Stresses the need for continuous learning, adherence to clinical policies, and the maintenance of professional standards, including case management and documentation.
Previous Supervisees Testimonials
“After graduation, I felt very lost and hopeless trying to navigate the (seemingly ever-changing) state requirements. Melissa was such a blessing - so helpful and knowledgeable about the process, which made me feel secure and as if I had a strong advocate in my corner. She offered individual and group supervision, worked with my (new mom, school, and work) schedule, as well as provided supervision materials – offering volumes of relevant supplemental material. When I finally tested, I felt so prepared and supported. I had classmates working with other supervisors in the area, and based on their feedback, I feel that Melissa went above and beyond in her supervisor role in an effort to make us feel empowered, educated, and successful. If you are looking for a LCSW supervisor, you’ll be glad you picked Melissa!”
Thank you,
Amber Mattheus, LCSW
’Melissa Preece provided supervision to me during a time when I had experienced a lot of personal setbacks in my life. She believed in me when I wasn’t sure I fully believed in myself. The quality of supervision was excellent, and she consistently made sure that a variety of topics were covered. These included considerations in case studies, navigating policies and procedures, concerns with workplace safety, and always while prioritizing ethical guidelines. She was accessible and available to me when I had a question or concern. The supervision and support she provided were more valuable to me than I am able to put into words. Although some time has passed since obtaining my clinical licensure, I know I can reach out to her as a colleague any time I need supportive feedback or guidance. Meeting Melissa served as a catalyst for me to build a professional path I am truly proud of. I am able to trust my choices as a therapist because of the foundation she helped me establish. The supervision she provided exceeded all expectations I had for the process, and also encouraged me to focus on important details, information, and considerations that were not otherwise on my radar. I am forever grateful for the opportunity to work with this incredible human!”
Erika Roberts, LCSW
”I began my clinical supervision experience with Melissa in 2021. When I was trying to find a supervisor, anyone I asked highly recommended Melissa. When I first spoke with Melissa, she offered to let me sit in with her group supervisees. From there, I instantly grew a bond with her and I admired her clinical expertise. Since then, she has taught me many things that have helped me advance as a clinician. Melissa saw potential in me, she encouraged me, as well as challenged me to be better. I feel more confident in my abilities clinically and ethically after going through supervision with Melissa. I could not thank her enough for my experience.”
Briana Hernandez, LCSW
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