Supervision Simplified

In Episode 54 of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks speaks with Arizona group practice owner and supervisor Brianna Reinhold about what happens when insurance companies begin reshaping clinical authority, supervision structures, and access to care.

After being placed under investigation by Blue Cross, Brianna shares how shifting associate billing policies, supervision restrictions, and audit pressures are impacting rural access, ...

What happens when over 1,000 supervisors show up—hungry for better leadership, clearer ethics, and supervision that actually works?

Something shifted at this supervision summit—and it wasn’t just the content.

From the questions being asked to the conversations happening behind the scenes, it was clear that supervisors are craving something deeper than techniques and checklists. In this episode, Dr. Amy Parks pulls back the curtain an...

Artificial intelligence is already part of clinical supervision, whether we acknowledge it or not. From documentation and treatment planning to reflective practice and supervision prep, AI is shaping how clinicians work and how supervisors guide development.

In this episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks offers a clear, ethical, and human-centered framework for supervising in an AI-influenced landscape. This conversation m...

In this episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks is joined by counseling supervision researcher and educator Gulsah Kemer for a thoughtful conversation about what supervision truly is and what it is not.

Together, they challenge the idea that supervision is simply a form of management or administrative oversight. Instead, they explore supervision as a relational, reflective, and sustainability-focused practice that supports ...

Supervision isn’t about managing people. It’s about sustaining them.

In this final episode of 2025, Dr. Amy Parks zooms out to take a 30,000-foot look at what sustainability really means in supervision and leadership—and why it matters now more than ever. Drawing from supervision practice, leadership research, neuroscience, and real-world supervision stories, Amy explores how traditional management models fall short in mental health...

Supervision Simplified brings you real conversations with real clinical supervisors navigating the complex, messy, and meaningful world of mental health. Each episode delivers tools, insights, and stories that make supervision a little simpler, because who does not want simpler?

In this powerful Part two of our confidential grief series, Dr. Amy Parks sits down with trauma psychologist and community builder Dr. Jenny Hughes to talk ...

This is Part 1 of a special two-part series on confidential grief, vicarious trauma, and the resilience it takes to stay human in this field.

In this intimate conversation, Dr. Amy Parks sits down with confidential grief specialist Khara Croswaite Brindle to explore the hidden emotional landscape therapists carry — the losses we don’t talk about, the pain we hold in silence, and the career-shaping moments that often go unseen.

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In this inspiring podcast swap episode, Dr. Amy Parks sits down with Julia Nepini, a powerhouse therapist, supervisor, and leadership consultant whose career blends clinical supervision, consulting, podcasting, and parenting—all with a healthy dose of humor and heart.

Together, Amy and Julia dive into the power of the Enneagram as a framework for leadership, self-awareness, and supervision, exploring how understanding personality pa...

Supervision Simplified is back with a fresh perspective—from the supervisee’s chair! In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Amy Fortney Parks sits down with Miranda Singer, a neurodivergent social work supervisee, play therapist-in-training, and passionate advocate for neurodiversity and anti-ableist practice.

Together, they explore the real-world experiences of clinical supervision from the trainee’s point of view: the nerves, the lea...

What’s it like to supervise across 29 states? Ashley Buckney is about to find out - and so are we! In this episode, Dr. Amy Parks sits down with the unstoppable Ashley Buckner — social worker, supervisor, and founder of Anchor & Rise Therapy — who’s redefining what multi-state supervision looks like.

Ashley shares how she went from working in rural Georgia to holding licenses across the U.S., what she’s learned about ethics, cro...

Supervision can be lonely. While supervisors carry the weight of risk, mentorship, and leadership, they’re often doing it alone—without guidance, reflection, or community.

In this solo episode, Dr. Amy Parks invites us into a new conversation: What if supervisors had the same kind of support we expect them to give? She shares insights from her upcoming course Supervision of Supervision, highlighting how we can build capacity, confid...

In this solo episode, Dr. Amy Parks shares candid strategies for finding and assessing supervisees—and navigating the tricky terrain of letting someone go when the fit isn’t right. From using the Clinical Supervision Directory to exploring LinkedIn, Facebook groups, and job boards, Amy walks supervisors through real-world tactics to build a sustainable and ethical supervision practice. Plus, she covers key assessment questions, red...

What does it actually mean to be a trauma-informed supervisor?

In this candid and energizing conversation, Dr. Amy Parks sits down with Libby Murdoch, creator of Brain-Based EMDR, to explore how trauma impacts both our clients and our clinical relationships, and what supervisors can do about it. Libby shares how her own experiences shaped her trauma-informed lens, why nervous system safety matters in supervision, and how even the be...

Ever wonder what clients say actually hurt them in therapy?

In this solo episode, I’m unpacking some hard truths—directly from client voices. Inspired by Esther Goldstein’s viral post, we’re digging into five of the most harmful things therapists do, from blurry boundaries to skipping supervision. If it stings a little, that’s okay—it means we’re learning.

You’ll get research-backed insights, supervision strategies you can use right ...

In this eye-opening episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks welcomes Skye Clark to share her shocking and deeply personal experience with an unethical supervisor. From blurred boundaries to outright manipulation, Skye takes us through the harrowing journey of navigating supervision during the pandemic, uncovering deception, and ultimately finding her strength.

Supervisors wield significant influence over pre-licensed clinic...

In this episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy sits down with Torre Boyd, LPC, founder of Therapy in Color, for a powerful conversation about what it means to lead supervision with identity, insight, and cultural humility. Torre shares how her lived experience and early career shaped her trauma-informed lens, why brave spaces matter more than safe ones, and how supervisors can better support clinicians of color and other margin...

In this special update episode, Amy shares the exciting new chapter of Supervision Simplified as she steps into solo hosting. With honesty and humor, she reflects on Valarie’s transition, what listeners can expect in this next season, and how the podcast will continue to deliver real conversations, practical solutions, and leadership support for supervisors navigating the complex world of mental health. Plus, Amy offers her take on...

In this eye-opening episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks welcomes Skye Clark to share her shocking and deeply personal experience with an unethical supervisor. From blurred boundaries to outright manipulation, Skye takes us through the harrowing journey of navigating supervision during the pandemic, uncovering deception, and ultimately finding her strength.

Supervisors wield significant influence over pre-licensed clinic...

In this episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks and Valarie Harris dive into the essential topic of capacity building for supervisors and clinicians. They explore the challenges of maintaining emotional resilience, discipline, and adaptability in a field that demands constant support and leadership.

Valarie shares her personal experiences with burnout, self-regulation, and how habits—not just discipline—are the foundation f...