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
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.
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
Winter 2026: Play Therapy Group Supervision
Play Therapist Supervisor Consultation Group
Tuesdays from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM EST; Live via Zoom
Bi- Monthly Starting Jan 20th, 2026; Jan dates: 1/20 & 1/27
Play Therapy Supervision Group (RPT)
Tuesdays 11:00 AM -11:45 AM EST; Live via Zoom
Bi-Monthly Starting Jan 6th: Jan dates: 1/6 & 1/13
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.
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)
