On-Demand: Foundations of Supervision: Roles, Function, Structure & Supervisory Relationship - 6 CEUs

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• CE Hours Included: 6 Core (please see below for details)
  • Please note that asynchronous courses do not count towards CPCS certification or recertification
• Format: On-Demand Webinar (“Asynchronous”) ~ At your leisure to be viewed at your own pace. You may pause, rewind, and fast-forward at any point during the videos. You are in complete control of how you view this workshop. It also comes with a PowerPoint handout and multiple handouts & forms. There is a quiz at the end to ensure viewing and required by all CE approval organizations.
• Investment: $140 (provides lifetime access!)
• Presented by: Nicole Thaxton, Ph.D., LPC, CPCS (see bio below)
• Instruction Level: Introductory to Intermediate
• Target Audience: Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and other Mental Health Professionals.

Learning Objectives:

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Define the role and function of the supervisor.
• Discuss the multifaceted roles and responsibilities that define effective supervision.
• Identify the key factors to create a healthy supervisory relationship, with special attention to the dynamics of power, trust, and communication in creating an effective learning environment.
• Describe the specific ethical standards and principles that govern the supervisory relationship and process.
• Apply supervisory ethical codes in diverse supervisory scenarios.
• Identify how to adapt your specific supervisory approach to meet the needs of supervisees, promote reflective practice, and facilitate professional development.
• Review the best ways to structure supervision sessions and expectations to maximize efficacy and foster professional growth.

Workshop Description:

This foundational workshop is designed for emerging counselor supervisors who are eager to deepen their understanding and refine their supervision skills or more advanced supervisors who feel like they may have missed some of the basics. Participants will begin by defining the role and function of a supervisor. The workshop will then review the best ways to structure supervision sessions, focusing on setting clear expectations to maximize efficacy and foster professional growth. Participants will delve into the multifaceted roles and responsibilities that define effective supervision, examining how to balance support with accountability.

A key component of the workshop will be identifying the essential factors needed to create a healthy supervisory relationship, with special attention given to the dynamic nature of power, trust, and communication. This discussion will highlight the importance of these elements in creating an effective learning environment. The workshop will also cover the specific ethical standards and principles that govern the supervisory relationship and process, ensuring that participants understand the frameworks underpinning their professional responsibilities.

Practical application will be emphasized as participants learn to apply supervisory ethical codes in diverse supervisory scenarios, developing problem-solving skills to navigate ethical dilemmas. Finally, the workshop will address how to adapt supervisory approaches to meet the unique needs of supervisees, promoting reflective practice and facilitating their ongoing professional development. Whether transitioning into a supervisory role or looking to enhance your supervisory practice, this workshop provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills you need to succeed.

Presented by: Nicole Thaxton, Ph.D., LPC, CPCS
Nicole Thaxton, PhD, LPC, CPCS, has one goal in life – to help people live life well. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, and the Founder of Atlanta Wellness Collective, a holistic mental health practice located in Acworth, Marietta, and Roswell, GA. She is a communicator, trainer, and frequent continuing education presenter on the topic of clinical supervision. Her doctoral research was on the topic of conflicts in clinical supervision. She has spent the past decade in the mental health field and counsels high-achieving individuals and families experiencing anxiety and stress, grief and loss, and relational issues. Dr. Nicole is married to a fellow counselor, RJ Thaxton, and has two daughters (and a baby on the way!). For more information, visit atlwell.com.

What people are saying about this workshop:

• “Professional, organized, and informative. The case studies were my favorite part. I can not think of any improvements.” – KL, LPC
• “There is nothing I would change. Presenter was professional and competent. She was well prepared and engaged well with participants.” – TM, LCSW
• “The presenter was engaging and knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the pace.” – TN
• “She knew her stuff and presented well!” - JMS
• “The presenter and the workshop exceeded my expectations.” – MB, LPC
• “Great combination of material, delivery, and interactivity!” – MK, LPC
• “Dr. Nicole was phenomenal with balancing the sharing of information and class engagement. The slides and use of case examples were great enhancements to the learning as well.” - Anonymous
• “I thought it was great and so informative. I'm glad I signed up for the entire supervision grouping.” – Anonymous
• “Dr. Thaxton was very engaging, and her pacing was good, easy to keep up with, but not fluff. It was deep and rich, and I was able to gain a lot out of her instruction.” – DU, LPC

6 "Asynchronous" Core CEs Included - Details by License Type Below:

• PSYCHOLOGISTS: The Knowledge Tree, A Summit Professional Education Company is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Knowledge Tree, A Summit Professional Education Company maintains responsibility for this program and its content. For more detailed information on the current CE ruling in Georgia, or if you are licensed in another state or country, please click here.
• COUNSELORS: The Knowledge Tree, A Summit Professional Education Company has been approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP), ACEP No. 7153. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Knowledge Tree, A Summit Professional Education Company is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Please click here for more detailed information.
• SOCIAL WORKERS: This workshop is approved for 6 Core CE hours through the Georgia Society for Clinical Social Work (GSCSW), approval #052825. If you are licensed in another state or country, please click here for more detailed information.
• MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS: This workshop is approved for 6 Core CE hours through the Georgia Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (GAMFT), approval #103-2025. If you are licensed in another state or country, please click here for more detailed information.

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