Supervision That Goes Beyond the Hours
You already earned the degree. Supervision is where you learn how to actually become the clinician. My approach ensures you aren't just accumulating hours, but developing independent clinical thinking. I am here to challenge decisions, work through difficult cases, identify blind spots, and help you develop your own unique professional identity. We focus on clinical confidence, case conceptualization, ethical decision-making, documentation, therapist identity, and the realities of behavioral healthcare systems.
Clinical Development
- Case conceptualization and treatment planning
- Evidence-informed interventions
- Difficult case consultation
- Clinical judgment and competency boundaries
Ethics & Texas Practice
- Ethical decision-making and boundaries
- Documentation and informed consent
- Confidentiality and mandated reporting
- Texas LPC requirements
Trauma & High-Acuity Population
- Trauma-informed care models
- Veterans and military-connected clients
- Crisis situations and assessments
- Managing complex presentations
Developing Your Therapist Identity
- Finding your unique clinical voice
- Identifying strengths and specialties
- Managing imposter syndrome
- Building professional confidence
The Business of Being a Therapist
- Private practice and insurance systems
- Credentialing and reimbursement realities
- Professional networking and referrals
- Real-world practice operations
Texas LPC Associate Requirements
Requirements are set by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) and are subject to change. At the time of writing, Texas LPC Associates must complete:
- 3,000 hours of supervised experience
- At least 1,500 hours of direct counseling
- A minimum period of 18 months
- At least 4 hours of direct supervision per month
Associates are responsible for staying current with Texas BHEC rules and maintaining their own compliance.
Who I May Be a Good Fit For
You may be a good fit if you:
- Want more than administrative supervision
- Want constructive feedback rather than simple validation
- Are willing to discuss mistakes and difficult cases
- Value ethical practice and good documentation
- Want exposure to the realities of private practice
- Are interested in trauma-informed care and military populations
What Supervision Is Not
Please note that clinical supervision is not:
- Personal therapy
- Guaranteed employment or referrals
- Guaranteed credentialing with insurance companies
- Someone simply signing off on hours without active participation
About Heather
Heather D. Vest, M.S., LPC-S, NCC
Founder, The Unscripted Therapy & Wellness Center
- Texas Board-approved LPC Supervisor
- Licensed Professional Counselor & National Certified Counselor
- U.S. Air Force veteran
- Private practice owner with experience operating and expanding a behavioral-health practice
- Specialized experience with trauma, military and veteran populations, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions
- Extensive work with individual counseling, couples, groups, workshops, and psychoeducation
- Deep familiarity with insurance, EAP, referral, and community-care systems
Supervision Options
Independent LPC Associate Supervision
$350 per month
- Required monthly supervision
- Individual supervision
- Group/triadic supervision when appropriate and permitted
- Case consultation
- Clinical and ethical guidance
- Review of professional development
- Supervision documentation
- Reasonable consultation between scheduled supervision meetings
- Virtual supervision available throughout Texas
No long-term commitment before we determine that we are a good supervisory fit. We’ll begin with a consultation.
Secondary LPC Associate Supervision
$225 per month
For LPC Associates who already have a primary supervisor and would like to add an additional approved supervisor for expanded consultation, support, and professional development.
- Individual supervision
- Group/triadic supervision when appropriate and permitted
- Case consultation
- Clinical and ethical guidance
- Additional perspective on complex cases
- Professional development support
- Supervision documentation
- Reasonable consultation between scheduled supervision meetings
- Virtual supervision available throughout Texas
This option is intended for LPC Associates adding me as a secondary supervisor and does not replace the responsibilities of your primary supervisor. We’ll begin with a consultation to make sure the arrangement is a good fit.
Practice-Based Associate Opportunities
The Unscripted Therapy & Wellness Center periodically offers opportunities for selected LPC Associates to provide clinical services. Hire is based on practice needs, clinical fit, client demand, and credentialing requirements. Selected Associates may have alternative compensation and supervision arrangements available.
Interested in joining the practice? Ask about Associate opportunities during your consultation.
LPC Associate Supervision in Texas
Build your hours. Strengthen your clinical judgment. Become the counselor you want to be.
Heather D. Vest, M.S., LPC-S, NCC, Owner of The Unscripted Therapy & Wellness Center. Supervision is designed for Texas LPC Associates who want more than someone to simply approve hours.
Supervision is available virtually throughout Texas, with in-person opportunities in Seguin when appropriate.
