At Agape Counseling Service, we specialize in providing guidance and support for emerging therapists embarking on their professional journeys. With over 14 years of diverse clinical experience across correctional settings, community mental health, and youth counseling, Lead Therapist Tanya Hamilton offers comprehensive supervision that prepares clinicians for the complex challenges of mental health practice.

Our supervision philosophy mirrors our therapeutic approach – creating a supportive, judgment-free environment where emerging professionals can develop their clinical skills, ethical reasoning, and professional identity while receiving the mentorship needed for career advancement.

---

Supervision for Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Candidates

If you're a Master's Level clinician aspiring to achieve the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) designation with the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), you'll need to complete mandatory clinical supervision hours under an accredited therapist. At Agape Counseling Service, we offer these crucial supervision services with a focus on:

• Comprehensive Case Consultation
  Regular, structured review of your clinical cases provides opportunities to analyze intervention strategies, treatment planning, and client progress. Our supervision helps you develop critical thinking skills while ensuring ethical, effective client care. These consultations offer both practical guidance for immediate clinical situations and broader professional development.
  
  
• Documentation and Record-Keeping Excellence
  Proper clinical documentation is essential for both client care and professional liability protection. Our supervision includes detailed guidance on creating comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries that meet professional, ethical, and legal standards. This focus ensures you develop strong habits that will serve you throughout your career.
  
  
• Ethical Decision-Making Development
  The complexities of therapeutic practice require sophisticated ethical reasoning skills. Our supervision emphasizes building ethical competence through case discussion, exploration of boundary issues, confidentiality challenges, and other common ethical dilemmas. This preparation is essential for independent practice.
  
  
• Professional Identity Formation
  Beyond technical skills, successful therapists need a clear professional identity and self-awareness. Our supervision supports your personal growth as a clinician, helping you identify your theoretical orientation, clinical strengths, and areas for continuing education.

For detailed information about our LPC supervision services and to discuss your specific needs, please contact us directly.

---

Guidance for Clinicians Aiming for SOMB Status

For therapists aiming for Associate or Full Operating status with the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB), or those already credentialed but aspiring to be Clinical Supervisors, Agape Counseling Service offers the required supervision hours. Our lead therapist, Tanya Hamilton, is a recognized SOMB approved Clinical Supervisor with extensive experience in this specialized area of practice.

• Specialized Risk Assessment Training
  Working with justice-involved clients requires specific competencies in risk assessment and management. Our supervision provides focused training in evidence-based risk assessment tools, interpretation of results, and development of appropriate treatment recommendations based on risk level. This specialized knowledge is essential for effective practice in this field.
  
  
• Containment Model Expertise
  The SOMB's containment model requires close collaboration between treatment providers, probation/parole officers, polygraph examiners, and other stakeholders. Our supervision helps you navigate these collaborative relationships effectively while maintaining appropriate boundaries and communication channels. Understanding this complex system is crucial for success in SOMB-approved practice.
  
  
• Documentation Requirements
  SOMB-approved providers must maintain detailed documentation that meets specific standards. Our supervision ensures you understand and can implement these specialized documentation requirements, including treatment planning, progress reports for court and community supervision, and discharge summaries that address risk management concerns.
  
  
• Self-Care and Secondary Trauma Prevention
  Working with justice-involved populations can be emotionally demanding. Our supervision emphasizes the importance of self-care strategies and processing secondary trauma to prevent burnout and maintain professional effectiveness. This support helps ensure career longevity in a challenging specialization.

To discover more about this tailored supervision service and how it can advance your professional development in this specialized field, please get in touch with Agape Counseling Service.

---

Our Supervision Approach

At Agape Counseling Service, clinical supervision is more than a regulatory requirement—it's an opportunity for professional growth and clinical excellence. Our approach combines didactic instruction with reflective practice, creating a dynamic learning environment that respects your existing knowledge while challenging you to expand your clinical capabilities.

Supervision sessions can be arranged individually or in small groups, allowing for flexible scheduling that accommodates working professionals. We offer both in-person and secure virtual supervision options to meet the needs of clinicians throughout Fremont County and surrounding areas.

Investing in quality supervision is one of the most important decisions you'll make in your early clinical career. Contact us today to discuss how our supervision services can help you achieve your professional goals and licensing requirements.