Across 29 States: Supervision, Structure, and Staying Sane with Ashley Buckner

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, cross-state regulations, and supervision structure, and how she manages to stay grounded while guiding clinicians in nearly every time zone.

Together, Amy and Ashley explore:

• How to navigate state-by-state supervision rules without losing your mind
• Tips for building rapport virtually and maintaining clear boundaries
• The importance of contracts, structure, and “wins & opportunities” in supervision
• Managing your own capacity as a supervisor
• How cross-country group supervision enriches learning and community60 chara

Ashley’s story is a testament to what’s possible when we lead with integrity, curiosity, and compassion. Whether you supervise in one state or twenty-nine, this episode will inspire you to elevate your supervision practice — without burning out.

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