Instructor-Led Finding the Right Fit: How to Choose Your Ideal Clinical Supervisor in Social Work

Held May 1, 2026 via Zoom

9:00 am- 4:00 pm CST (6 CEUs)

This 6-hour workshop equips new MSW graduates with the knowledge and confidence to select a clinical supervisor who supports their professional growth and aligns with their values. Participants will explore the purpose and responsibilities of clinical licensure, review supervision models and agreements, and learn how to assess supervisor fit, ethics, and cultural responsiveness. The course covers fee structures, documentation, and hour tracking, as well as troubleshooting common supervision challenges. Through interactive discussions and experiential exercises, participants will develop practical tools for effective participation in supervision and build a foundation for ethical, empowered, and intentional clinical practice.

Upon concluding this course, fully engaged participants will be able to: 

• Explain the purpose, process, and ethical responsibilities of clinical licensure in social work, including motivations for pursuing advanced licensure and an overview of BHEC requirements.
• Differentiate between supervision models and settings (on-the-job, external, group, individual, hybrid) and identify the advantages and limitations of each for new clinicians.
• Identify key characteristics of effective supervisors and supervision relationships, including population fit, specializations, teaching styles, and cultural responsiveness.
• Evaluate supervision logistics and ethics, including fee structures, supervision agreements, policies for illness or emergencies, and the ethical handling of rescheduling or termination.
• Recognize the hallmarks of effective versus ineffective supervision, including appropriate boundaries, feedback practices, supervisor liability, and how supervision prepares clinicians beyond test preparation.
• Apply practical tools for participation in supervision, including a structured case staffing outline, supervision hour tracking, and strategies for professional documentation.
• Address common challenges in supervision, such as conflicting administrative and clinical guidance, remediation processes, and navigating power differentials and ethical dilemmas.
• Develop strategies for professional growth and accountability, including how to locate supervisors, review disciplinary histories, build a supportive network beyond supervision, and engage in culturally aware, ethical decision-making.

Natasha Prosperi, LCSW-S, RPT, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, RST, is the founder of Resilience Play Therapy & Counseling Center and an experienced clinical supervisor dedicated to fostering ethical, reflective, and culturally responsive practice. With extensive experience supporting children, families, and immigrant communities, Natasha integrates trauma-informed, play-based, and relational approaches into both her clinical work and supervision. Her supervision style emphasizes professional growth, self-awareness, and the development of confident, competent social workers ready to thrive in diverse settings.

Lizet Benitez, LCSW-S, is a bilingual trauma therapist, EMDR Consultant, and clinical supervisor based in Katy, Texas. As the founder of Alivio Counseling Center, she provides EMDR consultation and clinical supervision that emphasize structure, reflection, and cultural responsiveness. Lizet is passionate about supporting emerging clinicians in developing confidence, ethical foundations, and clarity as they navigate the path toward independent licensure and sustainable clinical growth.