Frequently Asked Questions
How does the application process work?
The best place to start is simply to reach out to me by email. I'd love to begin with a conversation so we can get to know one another and explore whether working together might be a good fit.
If we both want to move forward, the process becomes a little more formal. I'll ask for your resume, and we'll schedule a more formal interview. I also contact references as part of this process.
During the interview, I often provide a sample contract for you to take home and review. I want you to have a clear understanding of what I'm offering, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions, discuss details, and revisit or negotiate aspects of the agreement if needed. Once we've reached an agreement, we'll establish a start date and begin working together.
What if I'm a newer therapist and still figuring out what kind of therapist I want to become?
Perfect. That's exactly where you're supposed to be. I genuinely enjoy helping therapists discover what kind of therapist they want to become, what interests them, and how they want to show up in the room with their clients.
At Somatic Therapy, you'll have room to explore, develop your clinical voice, and discover the approaches that resonate with you. The lens I naturally bring to supervision is somatic regulation, embodiment, and relational and attachment theory. It's how I understand people, how I think about clinical challenges, and how I approach interventions and therapeutic growth.
How am I compensated?
Compensation is based on a percentage split of the revenue generated by your clients. The percentage is consistent whether a client pays privately, uses insurance, or is seen at a sliding-scale rate. The specific percentage may be negotiable depending on your experience and the size of your caseload.
I also want to create an environment where there isn't pressure to maintain a particular number of clients simply to meet a quota. I prefer to have conversations about caseload expectations that reflect your goals, your stage of professional development, and what's happening in your life. We can establish a general minimum when appropriate, but I also value flexibility when unexpected circumstances arise or your needs change.
Building a quality caseload takes time, and I want you to have the opportunity to be thoughtful about the clients you bring on your caseload. Rather than feeling obligated to accept every inquiry, you can prioritize finding clients who are a good fit for your interests, clinical strengths, and areas where you'd like to grow.
What kind of training and professional development is included?
Learning extends well beyond our scheduled supervision hours. We incorporate case consultation, present-moment processing, somatic interventions, nervous system education, and opportunities to develop embodied clinical skills into our work together.
I also value continued professional development and often cover additional training opportunities that I believe would be beneficial. Each year, I provide an additional training allowance that you can use toward educational opportunities that align with your interests and professional goals. My hope is to support you in developing both a strong clinical foundation and the areas of specialization that interest you.
How often do we meet for supervision?
We meet weekly for one hour of individual supervision, along with approximately two hours of group supervision each month. I value both settings: individual supervision provides space for your specific clinical questions, challenges, and development, while group supervision offers opportunities for shared learning, connection, and different clinical perspectives.
Is office space included?
I have office space available within our practice building, and depending on the arrangement, office space may be included as part of your agreement. I'm also flexible about therapists maintaining an office off-site. In those situations, I provide an office stipend to help offset the cost. I want to support an arrangement that works well for you and your developing practice.
How do I build my caseload?
Building a caseload is a collaborative process. We have an established website with consistent traffic, and I invest in Google advertising, often increasing that support when a therapist first joins the practice or when additional referrals are needed.
We also thoughtfully identify organizations and community resources that align with your interests and the populations you'd like to work with. I encourage therapists to develop their own community connections and introduce themselves and their work to potential referral sources. From there, we work together to identify additional and sometimes creative ways to build your practice.
My goal is to help you develop a caseload that is both sustainable and meaningful, with opportunities to work with clients who are a good fit for your interests and clinical growth.
Interested in learning more?
I'd love to hear from you. Reach out by email, and let's start with a conversation about what you're looking for and whether Somatic Therapy might be a good fit.