Description:
The objective of this course is to inform and encourage supervisors toward best practices when it comes to general supervision (e.g. supervision contract, goal setting, etc.) and identify any additional elements to consider when supervising others who identify as Christian. It will also cover best practices when it comes to integration of faith into the supervision/therapy process and how to best respect the power dynamics within the supervisory relationship.
Supervisors who attend this course will come away with very practical tools to utilize best practices in their supervision. They’ll know how to skillfully set up a supervisory relationship, set supervisory goals, give feedback and assess supervisees’ progress. They will also become more aware of the power dynamics within the supervisory relationship and how this can impact the supervision process.
7:45- 8 AM
Gather virtually and explain course overview
8-10 AM
Overview of supervision best practice (starting supervision, setting goals, giving feedback, assessing supervisees’ progress, etc.).
10-11 AM
Describe cultural considerations when it comes to supervising those who identify as Christian.
11-12 PM
Discuss the power dynamic within the supervisee relationship and how a Christian supervisee must be very respectful in regards to how the faith element is utilized within supervision with others who identify as Christian.
This online event will also be in our CEU store for the designated time period.
Presenters:
Heidi Mortenson, MA, LMFT, CDWF, Clinical Supervisor
Heidi Mortenson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT, MN State, and LPC/LPCC Approved Supervisor and is a Certified Daring Way Facilitator. She does counseling with individuals, families, teens and couples. She is certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and does a lot of work with people who have experienced trauma and abuse. She is also an author and podcast host of the Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast.
Amber Langford, MS, LMFT, Clinical Supervisor
Amber Langford is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT & MN State approved supervisor. She is currently serving as the vice chair on the board of MACC (Midwest Association of Christian Counselors). In her practice, Amber has worked with a diverse clientele of individuals, couples and families. She enjoys supervising new therapists as they develop in the field and/or seek to incorporate the Christian faith into their practice. Amber is also a homeschooling mother and deeply enjoys time with family and friends.
Patti Olson, MA, LMFT, Clinical Supervisor
Patti Olson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working at The Center for Hope and Healing, a Christian Counseling agency in Elk River, MN. She is an AAMFT and MN Board approved supervisor and provides supervision for clinicians seeking either LMFT or LPCC licensure. She enjoys working with a large variety of clients with a focus on trauma and high conflict couples and is EMDR trained. She is also a newly published author. Patti is the mother of 5 adult children and an ever-growing number of grandchildren. She enjoys being outdoors in any season.
