Clinical Supervision & Private Practice Coaching for Therapists
Trauma-informed, EMDR-focused, whole-clinician supervision for pre-licensed and licensed therapists.
Build the practice you actually want.
Support for the clinician behind the work — not just the cases in front of you.
You got into this field because you care deeply. About your clients, about doing the work well, about making a real difference. And you probably didn't anticipate how much of that caring would cost you — the weight of the caseload, the isolation of private practice, the pressure to figure everything out on your own.
Good supervision doesn't just help you become a better clinician. It helps you become a more grounded, sustainable one. Someone who can stay in this work for the long haul without losing themselves in it.
That's what I offer here — whether you're a pre-licensed clinician building your clinical foundation, a licensed therapist deepening your trauma skills, or someone ready to leave agency work behind and build a private practice on your own terms.
Clinical Supervision for Pre-Licensed and Licensed Clinicians
Supervision that pays attention to you — not just your cases.
Most supervision is case-focused. You present a client, discuss the treatment approach, get feedback, move on. That kind of supervision has its place. But the clinicians who grow the most are the ones whose supervisor also pays attention to them — their patterns, their countertransference, the parts of themselves that show up in the room, and what the work is asking of them personally.
My supervision style is direct, collaborative, and trauma-informed. We work on the clinical complexity in front of you and the internal experience behind it. Because the two are never really separate.
who i supervise
Pre-licensed clinicians (LMSW, LMFT associates):
If you're working toward licensure, supervision is the foundation your clinical identity gets built on. I take that seriously. We'll work on developing your clinical voice, building confidence with complex presentations, understanding trauma and nervous system theory in practice, and navigating the real challenges of early career clinical work — including the parts no one warned you about in grad school.
Licensed clinicians seeking consultation:
You have your hours. You have your license. And sometimes you still want a thinking partner — someone to consult with on complex cases, process countertransference, or simply not feel alone with the weight of the work. Consultation with a trauma-informed, EMDR-trained clinician can offer exactly that, without the structure of formal supervision.
Trauma-focused clinicians wanting clinical depth:
If you're working with trauma and want to deepen your clinical understanding of EMDR, IFS, somatic approaches, and nervous-system-informed treatment, supervision with me offers both the theoretical grounding and the practical application. We work through cases with a trauma lens and build your confidence using these modalities with real clients.
What we focus on in supervision:
Case conceptualization through a trauma-informed, nervous-system lens
Countertransference and the clinician's own internal experience
Ethical and documentation standards, including billing and insurance
Building clinical confidence with complex and high-risk presentations
Cultural humility and identity-conscious clinical practice
Sustainable clinical practice — staying in the work without burning out
format and Availability
Individual supervision sessions are available for 50 minutes per session.
Available in-person in White Plains, NY and virtually throughout New York and Connecticut. Reach out for current availability and rates.
a note on cultural humility & competence in supervision:
As a first-generation Latina clinician, I understand what it means to navigate predominantly white professional spaces, to carry the weight of being a clinician of color, and to want a supervisor who gets the complexity of that experience without needing it explained from the beginning. If that resonates, I want you to know this is a space where your full professional identity is welcome — not just the parts that fit neatly into traditional clinical frameworks.
You shouldn't have to navigate private practice alone
Get the expert clinical guidance to sharpen your craft and the proven business strategies to build a profitable, sustainable practice.
Private Practice Coaching for Therapists Ready to Build Something of Their Own
You didn't go into this field to stay stuck in a system that's burning you out.
Agency work taught you a lot. It also probably taught you what you don't want — the caseloads, the bureaucracy, the documentation burden, the sense of having no control over your own clinical work or schedule. At some point, the idea of private practice stopped feeling like a distant maybe and started feeling like a necessity.
But knowing you want it and knowing how to build it are two very different things.
Private practice coaching at Sage Talk Therapy is for therapists who are serious about making the transition — or who are already in private practice and want to grow it with more intention, more clarity, and less of the anxiety that comes from figuring it all out alone.
I've built a trauma-focused private practice from scratch. I understand the business side — insurance panels, going private pay, SEO, marketing, setting fees, creating a referral network — and the personal side: the self-doubt, the fear of leaving stability, the identity shift that comes with being both clinician and business owner. I bring all of that to coaching.
who private practice coaching is for
The therapist who is ready to leave agency work:
You know you want out. You're not sure how to make the leap financially or practically. We'll build a realistic transition plan that accounts for your specific circumstances — current income, expenses, timeline, clinical niche, and what kind of practice you actually want to build.
The early private practice owner who feels “lost":
You made the leap. Now what? You're not getting enough referrals, your caseload isn't where you want it, you're not sure how to market yourself without feeling gross about it, and no one told you how much of this job would be running a small business. We work through all of it — practically and strategically.
The established clinician who wants to grow intentionally:
Maybe you're full but burning out on insurance. Maybe you want to add a new service — like EMDR Intensives — but don't know how to position or market it. Maybe you've been in private practice for years and want a thinking partner to help you build the next chapter with more clarity and less reactivity.
what private practice coaching covers
Niche and positioning Getting clear on who you actually want to work with and how to communicate that compellingly — so the right clients find you instead of you chasing anyone who might call.
Building an online presence that converts Website strategy, SEO fundamentals for therapists, Google Business Profile, Psychology Today and directory optimization. The practical steps to making sure people who need you can actually find you.
Transitioning away from insurance If private pay is the goal, we'll build a strategy for getting there — including how to raise your fees, communicate the transition to current clients, and attract clients who are a good fit for private pay from the start.
Creating sustainable systems Documentation, scheduling, billing, EHR setup, policies and procedures. The infrastructure that lets the clinical work be the focus rather than the administrative chaos.
The psychology of running a practice The self-doubt, the scarcity mindset around money, the guilt about charging what you're worth, the identity challenges of being both therapist and business owner. This is often the most important work — and the most overlooked.
Specialty service development If you want to add EMDR Intensives, group therapy, supervision, or other specialty services to your practice, we'll work through the positioning, pricing, and marketing strategy together.
format and Availability
Individual coaching sessions are available for 50 minutes per session.
Available in-person in White Plains, NY and virtually throughout New York and Connecticut. Reach out for current availability and rates.
what makes supervision and coaching with me different
I'm not a consultant who studied private practice from the outside. I built one. I understand what it actually costs — financially, emotionally, practically — to leave a stable clinical job and create something from scratch. I also understand what it takes to grow a practice with intention rather than just filling a caseload with whoever calls.
Clinically, I bring a trauma-informed, EMDR and IFS-influenced lens to supervision that goes beyond case management. I pay attention to the clinician in the room, not just the clients they're presenting. That means supervision with me will likely ask something of you — not just your clinical thinking, but your self-awareness and your willingness to look at what the work is bringing up in you.
I'm also a first-generation Latina clinician who has navigated the specific challenges of building professional credibility in spaces that weren't designed with us in mind. That lived experience is part of what I bring.
If you want supervision or coaching that's comfortable and validating, there are plenty of options. If you want something that genuinely moves you forward — clinically, professionally, and personally — I'd love to talk.
You support people through some of the hardest work there is.
you deserve the same quality of support.
Clinical supervision and private practice coaching at Sage Talk Therapy are available in-person in White Plains, NY and virtually throughout New York and Connecticut.
FAQs
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Yes. I provide individual supervision for pre-licensed clinicians working toward LCSW or LMFT licensure in New York.
If you're in Connecticut, reach out to discuss — licensure requirements vary by state and I'm happy to talk through whether I can meet your specific needs.
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Clinical supervision is a formal professional relationship focused on clinical development, case consultation, and — for pre-licensed clinicians — accumulating supervised hours toward licensure. It carries ethical and legal accountability on both sides. Private practice coaching is less formally structured and focused primarily on the business and strategic development of your practice. Many clinicians benefit from both, though not necessarily at the same time or with the same person.
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Yes, and for licensed clinicians they often do. Once you're past the licensure stage, the line between clinical consultation and practice development is naturally blurry — a complex case discussion often leads to questions about how you're positioning your specialty, managing your caseload, or sustaining yourself. I'm comfortable holding both.
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I'm licensed in New York and Connecticut and provide clinical supervision in both states.
For clinicians in other states, reach out and we can discuss whether consultation (rather than formal supervision) would be an appropriate fit.
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The first session is a mutual fit conversation. I want to understand where you are, what you're working toward, and what kind of support would actually be useful. You should also be assessing whether my style and approach are a good match for you. Good supervision and coaching are built on a strong working relationship — getting that right at the start matters.
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Yes. For clinicians going through a structured transition — leaving an agency, building out a specialty service, or significantly growing their practice — package options are available.
Reach out to discuss what would make the most sense for your situation.
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That's exactly what the free consultation is for. Bring your situation and your questions and we'll figure out together what kind of support fits.
The Growth Package
For established clinicians building with more intention 6 sessions over 3 months
$1,100— saves $100 vs. individual rate
For licensed clinicians already in practice who want focused strategic support — adding a specialty service like EMDR Intensives, transitioning off insurance panels, repositioning their niche, or building a referral network that actually works.
Includes:
6 individual coaching sessions (50 min each)
Between-session Voxer or email support
Niche and positioning audit
Custom growth strategy document
Session notes and action items after each meeting
fees & packages
Supervision and coaching are professional investments in your clinical development, your practice, and your longevity in this field. The rates below reflect individual sessions and structured packages for clinicians working toward a specific goal
Individual Sessions
Individual session are available for clinicians who prefer flexibility or are exploring fit before committing to a package.
Clinical Supervision (50-min): $175 per session
Private Practice Coaching (50-min): $175 per session
packages
Packages are designed for clinicians working through a defined goal — whether that's building your clinical foundation, executing a practice transition, or growing an established practice with more intention.
Each package includes structured session work, between-session support, and deliverables tailored to where you are and where you're going.
The Foundation Package
For pre-licensed clinicians building their clinical identity 12 sessions over 6 months
$1,800 — saves $300 vs. individual rate
Best for LMSW and pre-licensed clinicians working toward licensure who want consistent, substantive supervision rather than episodic case consultation. Six months provides enough continuity to do real developmental work and build a genuine supervisory relationship.
Includes:
12 individual supervision sessions (50 min each)
Between-session email support for urgent clinical questions
Documentation templates and clinical resources
End-of-package progress summary for licensure records
The Foundation Package
For therapists ready to leave agency work and build a private practice 8 sessions over 3 to 4 months
$1,450 — saves $150 vs. individual rate
Designed around a single, focused goal: building the foundation of a sustainable private practice. Three to four months is a realistic window for getting the infrastructure, positioning, and strategy in place to make a real transition — not just a hopeful one.
Includes:
8 individual coaching sessions (50 min each)
Between-session Voxer or email support
Practice audit covering website, directory profiles, and current systems
Customized private practice roadmap delivered after session one
Fee-setting and private pay transition strategy
Session notes and action items after each meeting