The Inner Canvas Collective Clinical Supervision

Supervision for Psychotherapists & Play Therapists

Dr. Elyssa B. Smith Ph.D., LPC, RPT-S, NCC, ACS

Offering Growth in Skills & Clinical Practice, Refinement, and Mentorship for LPC, Pre/Post Licensure Psychotherapists, and Play Therapists.

With over 11 years of clinical practice and a background as a tenure-track counseling professor, I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) ready to guide you.

Current Openings:

  • Clinical supervision for LPCs including pre-licensure supervision (Approved Clinical Supervisor)

  • Clinical Supervision for psychotherapists looking for growth and transformation in skills and practice, clinical case consultation, or interested in joining a peer supervision/consultation group.

  • Play Therapy Group & Individual Supervision (RPT)

    Available formats:

  • Individual Supervision: individual and triadic weekly supervision

  • Group Supervision/ Peer Consultation: 3-10 peers in a group format

  • Live Supervision: Video recordings/observations of practice

  • Supervision of Supervision: Supporting supervisors in their own supervision process and development

    My Background & Credentials:

    I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and Registered Play Therapist -Supervisor with advanced training in providing clinical supervision. During my doctoral studies, I completed two courses in clinical supervision. Both courses included practicum and internship hours, during which I offered group, live, and triadic clinical supervision for master-level counselors in training. Outside of my 11 years of clinical experience working with children and families using family-based play therapy and adults from a psychodynamic framework, I served as a tenure-track counseling professor.

    As a core faculty member for this counseling program, I taught an elective, Foundations of Clinical Supervision course. In terms of my supervision experience, I have provided individual, triadic, and group clinical supervision for graduate trainees, pre-licensed entry-level clinical mental health counselors, play therapists, and advanced mental health professionals.  I am an active member of the profession and the author of peer-reviewed research publications on clinical supervision and training.

The Inner Canvas Collective

Clinical Supervision Approach & Philosophy

Dr. Elyssa B. Smith Ph.D., LPC, RPT, ACS

Core Philosophy & Beliefs

Clinical supervision is a crucial aspect of safeguarding client well-being and preserving the credibility of the mental health profession. 

The Inner Canvas Collective’s supervision program is built upon the following four pillars:

1. Professional Integrity: Aligning words with action, maintaining quality, radical reflexivity & self-awareness

2. Aspirational Ethics: Aspiring beyond minimal procedures and codes to enact change and enact cultural competence

3. Supervisory Alliance: Emphasis on the alliance and fostering a creative, open, and reflective supervisory space

4. Growth & Refinement: The notion that professional growth is ongoing and happens when we seek out transformation and evolution throughout our career.

Former Counselor-in-training/supervisee

“Dr. Elyssa is encouraging, supportive, and insightful. She challenges me when necessary and has enhanced my skills/ability to grow as a counselor tremendously!”

Group supervisee (pre-licensure counselor)

“I always felt safe yet challenged to grow in Elyssa’s presence. She has a unique ability to foster a sense of community and connection among group members during supervision. I would highly recommend and trust her in any supervisory position.