Michigan llpc supervisors guide to finding the right LLPC supervisor
First things first, there are a few things you need to know about what is required of you as a limited licensed professional counselor in order to complete supervised work successfully and apply for the full LPC license. This information is taken straight from the Counseling Licensing Guide on LARA's website
You must have your LLPC license in order to begin counting hours toward your full licensure
Official LLPC supervision sessions also begin AFTER the LLPC license is received
You must earn 3,000 hours of mental health service practice in no less than a 2 year period
You must complete 100 face-to-face hours with your LLPC supervisor (update since COVID 19, March 2020 - virtual supervision is now acceptable)
You need to renew your LLPC license annually and can do so for up to 10 years, during that 10th year you must be prepared to complete your full LPC license application, as your LLPC cannot be renewed after the 10th year
Your LLPC license must remain in active status throughout your supervision period for accrued hours to count towards full licensure
YOU need to ensure that you keep up to date with new rules and regulations published by LARA - The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
All supervisors are not a right fit FOR YOU. Just like we encourage our client’s to interview counselors, I encourage you to research and meet with a few supervisors to check for fit. Here are a few questions I recommend asking clinical supervisors:
What is your supervision style?
Are there specific techniques or theories that you utilize most often?
Do you offer virtual supervision sessions?
How have you supported your supervisee’s differently during the COVID 19 pandemic?
What experience do you have working with the ______ population
What is your process of evaluation for an LLPC?
How are your LLPC supervision sessions scheduled and structured?
How long have you been providing supervision to LLPC’s in this state?
May I have a copy of your LLPC Supervision Disclosure Statement?
You can find more information on rules and regulations regarding LPC's via the Michigan Mental Health Counselors Association website.
