Clinical Supervision & Consultations
Individual Supervision
Counselling, despite its individualistic nature when in action, is not designed to be a path you walk alone. To hold space for and support people in processing immense emotional pain, to teach coping tools, to help develop insights and awareness, and to celebrate successes is a privileged place to be. It can also be a place of contemplation and questions.
Individual supervision provides you the space to discuss complex cases, develop new professional insights, conceptualize a behaviour through an alternative lens, and talk through some of the heaviness we undoubtably hold as clinicians.
Calm Waters Counselling Collective offers individual supervision provide on an as needed basis or through ongoing support, Folks are welcome to schedule one-time 60 minute sessions or meet on a re-occurring basis.
At this time, Samantha is offering supervision for clinical counsellors, pre-registered clinicians and students. For supervision use the contact form or email directly.
Who are individual consultations for?
Consultations are available for professionals such as physicians, psychiatrists, naturopaths, case managers etc who are a part of the care team, and looking for support on how to provide effective care, problem solve or gain another perspective.
Can students attend individual and group supervision?
Absolutely! Supervision is a fundamental part of learning at all stages in our careers. Students in counselling, nursing, medical, and other post-high school programs are welcome to reach out.
Is consultation the same as counselling??
Counselling and consultations are different! Consultation is a space for developing insights, problem solving and receiving direct guidance. Counselling hold space for the processing of emotions, supports with mental health concerns of the individual and has a therapeutic relationship. While both offer a supportive space and opportunity to learn and grow- they are different. Reach out if you are unsure what best fits your needs,
Supervision with Samantha
Samantha is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. She has completed a Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology as well as a MSEd in Mental Health & School Counselling at the University of Pennsylvania (2021).
She has 5 years post-grad experience as well as three years experience post-registrations with BCACC. Samantha is working towards her Approved Clinical Supervision (ACS) designation and has completed continuing education in supervision.
Professional Experiences:
Director, Chair, Scholarship Committee. Pierson Ranger Educational Foundation. Non-profit providing scholarships to single mothers pursuing higher education. January 2024- Present
Board Member for Title IX & Community Standards. Indiana University of Pennsylvania. October 2022-May 2023
Counselling Experiences:
Pediatric Crisis Counsellor, Emergency Response Team, Fraser Health, November 2024- Present, Royal Columbian Hospital & North Fraser Health Region. Assessing patients ages 6 to 17 who present to the emergency department in mental health crisis. Psychosocial & suicide risk assessments, parent support, safety planning & collaboration with psychiatrists and physicians
Outpatient Substance Use Counsellor- Group Counselling- Fraser Health, August 2023- November 2024, Royal Columbian Hospital. Facilitated group therapy for adults on DBT for Substance use, Anxiety, Depression, SMART Recovery
Counsellor/Therapist- Stress & Habit Disorder Clinic, Center for Applied Psychology, Indian University of Pennsylvania. May 2022-May 2023. Individual counselling for college students and adults experiencing stress, anxiety, adjustment disorder, depression.
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, Student Wellness & Engagement, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, April 2022-May 2023
Counsellor/Therapist- Individual & Groups- Silver Linings Recovery Center, Intensive Outpatient Program, August 2019-May 2021, Pennsylvania, USA. Provided individual and group counselling to adults with dual-diagnosis mental health and substance use.
Counsellor (Practicum)- Camelot Therapeutic Day School, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 2019-March 2020 *Ended due to COVID pandemic
Group Supervision
Group supervision is a wonderful space to hear perspectives from a variety of clinicians whose clinical training, areas of practice and modalities differ. The importance of alternative perspectives cannot be understated. If we surround ourselves with people of the same backgrounds, experiences and ways of thinking that we have, we grossly limit our critical thinking and creativity.
Group supervision allows for a collaborative space to discuss complex cases, seek support with problems solving, treatment planning, or case conceptualization. Learning from others, and offering your insights are what makes consult teams so special and enriching.
If you are interested in joining the 2026 group please reach out using the button bellow.
Consult Teams for 2026 are in the works! Two teams (supervision groups), each meeting bi-weekly.
New Waves: Clinical Consultations and a focus on supporting new clinicians in building clinical skills & confidence.
Uncharted Waters: Clinical Consultations from diverse perspectives & How to have difficult conversations about the global political climate while providing a therapeutic space when values and beliefs are conflict.
