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The Inner Canvas Collective: Supervision Program

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

Offering Clinical Supervision for aspiring Play Therapists and Mental Health Professionals

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Overview of Supervision Services

Providing training, supervision, and consultation services in play therapy, counseling, and child development, including supervision for clinicians seeking the Registered Play Therapist™ (RPT™) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor™ (RPT-S™) designation.

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Types

•Play Therapy Group & Individual Supervision (RPT™ / RPT-S™ ): Bi-Monthly virtual play therapy supervision groups led by an RPT-S™ supervisor, open to graduate students and licensed professionals pursuing play therapy credentials. We offer various supervision options to support your journey toward becoming a play therapist.

  • Clinical supervision for LPCs & other mental health professionals, including pre-licensure supervision (Approved Clinical Supervisor)

Formats of Supervision

Modalities

  • 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 supervision process and development

Spring/Summer 2026: Play Therapy Group Supervision

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$240.00 every month for 4 months

Play Therapist Supervisor Consultation Group-Summer 2026

Join us to enrich your supervision practice through a supportive community.*

*Description:* Join our Play therapist and child therapist supervisors community to share, provide, and receive feedback, and support one another in our supervisory roles.

Members will have the opportunity to enhance their effectiveness, learn from each other’s experiences, build confidence, and find support in our work as Play Therapist Supervisors.

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

Day/Time: Wednesdays; 12:00-12:45 PM EST; Live via Zoom

Frequency: Bimonthly— 2x/month;

starting (Monday for the initial meeting only) June 15, 2026

8 sessions total

Cost: ($240.00/month)

Tentative Schedule

June Dates: June 15 & 24

July Dates: July 15 & 29

August Dates: August 12 & 26

Sept. Dates: 17th & 24th

To pay for all sessions in advance for a discounted or group rate, please reach out via email here.

Clinical Supervision Philosophy

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

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

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

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Feedback from former Supervisees:

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

“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.”
-Group supervisee (pre-licensure counselor)