California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) and Motivo Health Partner to Offer Statewide Remote Clinical Supervision
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (California, May 23, 2023) – Motivo Health has collaborated with the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) to offer remote clinical supervision services across all 58 counties in California. This partnership provides associate level therapists and social workers with access to quality clinical supervision through Motivo Health’s network. “We are confident our […]
From Recruitment to Retention: Best Practices for Strengthening the Mental Health Workforce
Thousands of treatment centers, clinics, community centers, and organizations are competing for the same workers. Mental health workers are jumping around between jobs—50% of all employed therapists leave their positions within two years. How do you recruit and retain therapists the best therapists for your organization in today’s environment? And how do you make sure […]
How to Disarm Implicit Bias in Clinical Practice
As the United States grows increasingly diverse, therapists are more likely than ever to encounter clients, coworkers, and supervisees from a wide variety of backgrounds. We must address bias so that everyone is treated fairly and equitably. But what exactly is bias, and what can both individual therapists and mental health organizations do to disarm […]
Addressing Racial Trauma in Your Clinical Practice
As a therapist, you’re going to have clients who have experienced racism. When you’re attacked or discriminated against by something that is so tied to your identity and so inseparable from who you are as a human being, that pain lasts. These experiences build and change your outlook on life, contributing to learned helplessness (Why […]
Breaking Down the Mental Health Worker Shortage: Root Causes and How to Address Them
According to a CNN poll, 90% of Americans believe there is a mental health worker shortage. Either they’ve seen the floods of articles on the topic, or they’ve tried to get an appointment. The Mental Health Worker Shortage Crisis: How Bad Is It? In 2016, the Health Resources and Services Administration looked at two […]
The History of Clinical Supervision: A Look Back at Key Milestones and Innovations
Clinical supervision may look very different today than in the early days, but it still has the same purpose. Clinical supervision ensures that all therapists develop the necessary skills to care for their clients and meet the ethical requirements of the profession. Knowing the history means you can shape the future. The Early History of […]
How External Clinical Supervision Fosters Clinician Resilience and Career Growth
Clinical supervision is complicated. And all the rigamarole surrounding it makes us more likely to overlook what an amazing present it is. It really is a gift to have an experienced therapist who is committed to helping them to create the foundation that they will build the rest of their career upon. Potential employers are […]
Keeping up with Compliance Rules for Clinical Supervision at Mental Health Organizations
Whether you run a large mental health organization or a small private practice, you already know the importance and the difficulty of maintaining compliance. Compliance rules and regulations are designed to ensure that minimum standards are followed. They are set by each state and are always subject to change. Clinical supervision is an area that […]
Honoring Black Leaders in Mental Health: A Look at Their Legacy and Impact
Black leaders in mental health have made tremendous contributions to the field, despite facing significant barriers and challenges. These pioneers worked tirelessly to advance mental health services and promote greater understanding of the unique needs of Black communities.
12 Questions to Ask a Potential Supervisor
Finding the Right Clinical Supervisor for Your Mental Health Organization At Motivo, we understand how important the supervisor match is to the success of your mental health organization, and we’re committed to helping you connect with the right supervisor for your clinical interests, preferences, and desired career path. Our mission is to provide you with […]
