Clinical Supervision
Frequency of Meetings
Individual Supervision will occur on a mutually agreed-upon schedule and should be scheduled directly with Erin. Group Supervision will be held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month from 6:00–8:00 PM, except on holidays, vacation days, sick days, or training days. If a supervisee is not present by 6:15 PM, they will not be admitted to that session. When practical, missed supervision time will be rescheduled within 30 business days. If a supervisee misses a session, they will forfeit the session fee, including any makeup sessions. After three missed sessions, the supervisee will be placed on a remediation plan tailored to their situation, in accordance with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) guidelines.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) designation, is the field's highest credential. LCSW candidates in Texas must hold an MSW from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). LCSWs in Texas can practice independently and do not need to apply for IPR. Below are the steps for becoming an LCSW in Texas.
Accruing Supervised Clinical Experience
Before becoming an LCSW in Texas, candidates must gain professional experience under a Board-approved LCSW Supervisor in a clinical setting.
Note: As of February 4, 2021, prospective LCSWs no longer need to submit an initial Clinical Supervision Plan to the Board (see BHEC website for current guidelines).
Per TSBSWE regulations, this position must include key clinical duties, such as assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including clinical therapy or psychotherapy.
You will need at least 25 months of clinical supervision with me or another supervisor because you are required to have 100 hours of direct supervision in no less than 24 months and no more than 48 months.
- 24 months x 4 hours of supervision a month = 96 hours of direct supervision
- 25 months x 4 hours of supervision a month = 100 hours of direct supervision
You must also complete 3,000 hours of supervised clinical practice in a position that includes clinical duties.
If your supervisor changes during this period, submit a Clinical Supervision Verification Form documenting completed hours.
Application for Upgrade of Licensure
After completing the required supervised experience, applicants must submit the Clinical Supervision Verification for LCSW, see Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council website, along with fees and required materials, to the TSBSWE.
Required materials include:
Official MSW transcripts
Social work employment history
Clinical Supervision Verification for LCSW
Examination security acknowledgment
Proof of Completion of Texas Jurisprudence Exam for Social Workers
Verification of out-of-state licensure (if applicable)
Copy of photo ID
Self-query report from NPDB (either a certified self-query report sent by email, or a printed one received in sealed envelope from NPDB)
Examination and Licensure
Once supervision is approved, applicants may sit for the ASWB Clinical Exam.
Minimum passing score: 70%
Up to three attempts allowed
90-day waiting period between attempts
After three failed attempts, applicants must wait one year before reapplying
Once you pass, test scores are sent to the Board within two weeks, and licenses are typically mailed within seven days of receipt.
Funding Options
I have several options for funding your clinical supervision hours including:
Private Pay Plan – $240/month ($60/hr)
Includes all individual consults and mentoring at no additional cost.
Community Service Exchange –
Provide 4 hours per week (16 hours/month) of therapy services free of charge to an underserved population within the local community. In exchange, all clinical supervision fees are waived.
Rural clinicians wear every hat — therapist, advocate, crisis responder, teacher, and sometimes lifeline.
Rural practice demands versatility — the ability to move fluidly between evidence-based modalities, trauma-informed care, and substance use treatment without ever losing your human touch. My supervision approach reflects that balance: eclectic, practical, and rooted in both science and compassion. Drawing from years of experience integrating CBT, DBT, Brainspotting, Prolonged Exposure, and dual-diagnosis work, I focus on helping clinicians adapt these tools to real-life rural practice — where no two days, or clients, look the same.
Together, we’ll refine your clinical identity, deepen your confidence, and strengthen your ability to meet the complex needs of rural Texas with creativity, courage, and care.