I am an LCSW Clinical Supervisor who has worked in the Social Work profession for 20 years. I am currently employed full time at the Veterans Administration, but have a variety of clinical experience working with children and families, conducting child custody and adoption home studies, and as a therapist in private practice for a number of years. Prior to my employment with the VA, I worked in child welfare for 15 years as a foster care social worker, family preservation worker, and individual and family therapist, which has provided me with a wealth of knowledge of children's and family issues along with my work with the adult, Veteran population who has serious mental illness and substance abuse issues.
I hold an LCSW license in the State of Texas as well as California. I am currently a board-approved clinical supervisor in both states. I have supervised a number of social workers preparing for their LCSW, and have a 100% pass rate on the ASWB Clinical Exam with all of my supervisees.
I prefer providing supervision in a group format, because I firmly believe that, as social workers, we learn from each other's clinical experiences. However, I will also be available for individual sessions as needed to discuss goals along with ethical and boundary issues. My theoretical orientation is eclectic, but I usually utilize Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Systems Theory in my clinical work with clients. I believe that clinical supervision should be provided in a supportive and safe environment that supports the supervisee's professional goals and allows them the opportunity to learn new clinical and professional skills.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Eclectic
Family Systems Therapy
Marital Therapy
Relational Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Couples
Family
Group
Individuals
LCSW Supervision