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Professional Supervision

Licensed Practing Counselor Supervision

Master of Social Work
Supervision

Clinical supervision provides developing counselors with guidance, support, and mentorship while working toward full licensure.

Benefits of Clinical Supervision:

  • Strengthen clinical skills and therapeutic techniques.

  • Build confidence in clinical decision-making.

  • Explore challenging cases and ethical concerns.

  • Develop your professional identity as a counselor.

  • Receive support, encouragement, and constructive feedback.

  • Fulfill supervised experience requirements for licensure.

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MSW supervision supports Limited Licensed Master Social Workers (LLMSWs) in developing the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for independent clinical practice.

Benefits of MSW Clinical Supervision:

  • Apply social work values and the person-in-environment perspective to clinical practice.

  • Develop a deeper understanding of how trauma, relationships, and social systems impact clients.

  • Strengthen advocacy skills and connect clients with community resources.

  • Explore complex family dynamics and systemic barriers to treatment.

  • Enhance cultural awareness and responsiveness to diverse populations.

  • Recognize countertransference and the impact of personal experiences on clinical work.

  • Integrate social work theory into real-world clinical situations.

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Michigan Requirements

Michigan LPC Clinical Supervision Requirements

To obtain full LPC licensure in Michigan, Limited Licensed Professional Counselors (LLPCs) must meet the following requirements:

  • 3,000 hours of supervised post-degree counseling experience over a minimum of 2 years for master's-level counselors.

  • At least 100 hours of regularly scheduled clinical supervision.

  • Doctoral-level counselors: 1,500 hours of supervised experience over a minimum of 1 year, including 50 hours of supervision.

  • Supervision must be provided by a Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who meets state supervisor qualifications.

  • Supervision may be completed in person or virtually through live, two-way audiovisual communication.

  • Maintain an active LLPC license while accumulating supervised hours.

  • Supervision must begin after the LLPC license is issued and continue until full LPC licensure.

  • Pass a Michigan-approved counseling licensing examination.

  • Submit verification of completed supervised experience to Michigan LARA.

Michigan MSW Clinical Supervision Requirements

To obtain full LMSW licensure in Michigan, Limited Licensed Master Social Workers (LLMSWs) must meet the following requirements:

  • 4,000 hours of supervised post-degree social work experience over a minimum of 2 years.

  • At least 100 hours of supervision, with a minimum of 4 hours per month.

  • At least 2 hours monthly of individual supervision.

  • Work an average of 16–40 hours per week, with no more than 2,080 hours counted annually.

  • Supervision must be provided by a Michigan LMSW in good standing with the appropriate clinical designation.

  • Supervision may be completed in person or virtually through live, interactive communication.

  • Maintain an active LLMSW license while accumulating supervised hours.

  • Pass the required ASWB Clinical Examination for clinical LMSW licensure.

Clinical Supervision Options

At Mosaic Counseling Center, we offer flexible supervision options to support your professional growth and licensure journey.

  • Individual Supervision: Personalized, one-on-one guidance focused on your clinical development and professional goals.

  • Group Supervision: A collaborative environment to share experiences, explore clinical challenges, and learn alongside fellow professionals. 

     

Contact our office for supervision rates, availability, and scheduling information.

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