Develop the skills, judgment, and confidence to practice independently.

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Clinical supervision is more than a requirement for licensure. It is where developing clinicians learn to think critically about complex cases, strengthen clinical judgment, apply ethical standards, and build confidence in their professional decisions.

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My Choice Counseling & Wellness offers individual and small-group clinical supervision for Texas LMSWs pursuing LCSW licensure.

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Supervision is provided by Edgar Napoles, LCSW-S, a Texas Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor with experience across behavioral health, managed care, healthcare, criminal justice, leadership, private practice, and clinical operations.

Virtual supervision is available throughout Texas.

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Schedule a consult: Supervision@mychoicecw.com

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What Supervision Focuses On

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Good supervision should prepare you for independent practice, not simply help you accumulate hours.

The work may include:

• Clinical assessment and case conceptualization

• Diagnosis and differential diagnosis

• Treatment planning

• Ethical decision-making

• Risk assessment

• Documentation

• Professional boundaries

• Trauma-informed practice

• Cultural responsiveness

• Complex cases

• Interdisciplinary collaboration

• Professional identity and development

• Preparation for independent clinical practice

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The goal is to help supervisees understand not only what they are doing clinically, but why.

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Group Supervision

$60 per hour

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Group supervision provides an opportunity to learn from both your own cases and the experiences of other clinicians.

Groups are intentionally kept small to encourage meaningful discussion, case review, clinical reasoning, and professional development.

Group supervision typically meets twice per month for two-hour sessions through a secure virtual platform.

Topics may include case consultation, diagnostic questions, ethical concerns, documentation, treatment planning, clinical interventions, professional development, and current licensing requirements.

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Individual Supervision

$100 per hour

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Individual supervision provides dedicated time to focus on your specific clinical work and professional development.

These sessions may be especially useful for complex cases, ethical questions, diagnostic concerns, workplace challenges, skill development, or situations that require more individualized discussion.

Individual supervision may be used independently or combined with group supervision as part of the overall supervision plan.

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Texas LCSW Supervision Requirements

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Texas LMSWs pursuing LCSW licensure must complete supervised clinical experience that meets current requirements established by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council.

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Current requirements include:

• 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience

• At least 100 hours of supervision

• A minimum supervision period of 24 full months

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Supervision may be completed individually, in a group, or through a combination of both.

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Texas defines group supervision as supervision involving two to six supervisees.

A formal supervision plan must be established between the LMSW and LCSW-S, and required supervision records must be maintained throughout the supervisory relationship.

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Supervisees are responsible for ensuring that their employment and clinical responsibilities meet current licensing requirements.

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Because licensing rules can change, supervisees are encouraged to remain

familiar with current BHEC requirements throughout the supervision process.

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A Practical Approach to Clinical Development

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Supervision should reflect the realities of clinical practice.

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Many situations do not have a single obvious answer. A diagnosis may evolve as new information becomes available. Ethical issues may require careful consideration of competing responsibilities. A treatment approach that is appropriate for one client may not be appropriate for another.

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Supervision provides a structured place to examine those decisions.

Rather than relying on memorized responses, supervisees are encouraged to develop the ability to assess situations independently, explain their clinical reasoning, recognize areas of uncertainty, and make decisions that are clinically and ethically defensible.

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That process is central to becoming an independent clinical social worker.

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Who Can Participate?

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Supervision may be appropriate for Texas LMSWs working in a variety of clinical settings, including:

• Behavioral health

• Hospitals and healthcare systems

• Managed care

• Community mental health

• Substance use treatment

• Crisis services

• Schools

• Government programs

• Nonprofit organizations

• Case management programs

• Integrated healthcare

• Other qualifying clinical settings

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A traditional outpatient therapy position is not the only setting in which clinical experience may occur.

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Before supervision begins, your employment responsibilities and job description will be reviewed to determine whether your clinical experience appears consistent with Texas requirements.

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If you are receiving outside supervision from someone who is not employed by your organization, appropriate employer approval is also required.

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About Your Supervisor

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Edgar is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Texas Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor, and Co-Founder of My Choice Counseling & Wellness.

His professional experience includes behavioral health leadership, managed care, healthcare, criminal justice, private practice, clinical operations, program development, and supervision.

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This range of experience informs a supervision style that is practical, collaborative, and grounded in real-world clinical decision-making.

Supervision is designed to support clinicians as they develop greater independence, strengthen their clinical judgment, and establish their own professional identity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How many hours are required for LCSW licensure in Texas?

Current Texas requirements include at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience, 100 hours of supervision, and a supervision period of at least 24 full months.

Additional licensing requirements, including the clinical examination and application process, also apply.

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Can supervision be completed virtually?

Yes. Texas permits supervision through appropriate electronic communication when confidentiality and applicable privacy requirements are maintained.

Our supervision services are available virtually throughout Texas.

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Can all of my supervision be completed in a group?

Yes, Texas permits individual supervision, group supervision, or a combination of both.

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How often does group supervision meet?

Groups generally meet twice each month for two hours.

Supervision frequency and accumulated hours are monitored throughout the supervisory relationship to ensure the supervision plan remains appropriate.

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Can you supervise me if you do not work for my employer?

Potentially. Texas permits outside supervision, but written employer approval is required when the supervisor is not employed by the supervisee's organization.

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Does my job have to be a therapy position?

No. Clinical social work occurs in many settings.

What matters is whether your actual duties and clinical responsibilities meet Texas requirements for supervised clinical experience.

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Begin Clinical Supervision

If you are a Texas LMSW preparing to pursue clinical licensure, the first step is determining whether your current position, responsibilities, and professional goals are a good fit for supervision.

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Group Supervision

$60 per hour

Individual Supervision

$100 per hour

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Schedule a consultation with Edgar Napoles, LCSW-S to discuss your current role and supervision needs.

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Supervision@mychoicecw.com

(830) 282-7146