Motivo Health Is Changing The Way Mental Health Professionals Find Clinical Supervision With Rachel McCrickard And Dr. Carla Smith

Motivo Health Is Changing The Way Mental Health Professionals Find Clinical Supervision With Rachel McCrickard And Dr. Carla SmithMotivo is a virtual clinical supervision platform for behavioral health employers.Motivo helps aspiring therapists, social workers, behavior analysts, and psychologists complete and maintain their licensure through virtual clinical supervision and continuing education.My two guests today are CEO and founder Rachel McCrickard, and Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Carla Smith.A few questions we cover in this episode:What is the process of becoming a licensed therapist?Why is finding clinical supervision so difficult?How does Motivo Health make it easier for clinicians to find supervision?What are the barriers for pre-licensed mental health professionals after they graduate?In areas where clinical supervisors are rare, how can therapists and their clients access quality mental health services? Motivo Health fills in the gaps for mental health professionals.In this episode of the Mental Health Today Podcast, John welcomes Motivo Health CEO and founder Rachel McCrickard and Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Carla Smith. With both background and expertise in marriage and family therapy, as well as social work, they have witnessed the gaps in the industry and have found ways to address them. While it may be tough in rural areas to find good clinical supervisors with related expertise and cultural background, Motivo Health makes it easier for their clients.As a mental health tech company, Motivo Health offers a platform for behavioral health employers such as aspiring therapists, social workers, behavioral analysts, and psychologists to complete and maintain their licensure through virtual means. This includes clinical supervision, continuing education, and a seamless licensure process so therapists receive validation for their expertise – treating people who need help the most.[Timecodes][02:19] What is Motivo Health?[03:40] Introducing Rachel McCrickard and Dr. Carla Smith[10:17] What is culturally responsive care?[12:19] What is the typical process of becoming a licensed therapist?[16:42] Finding clinical supervision these days is difficult.[20:10] Motivo is making it easier for people to find clinical supervisors.[23:22] How can pre-licensed therapists find a good supervisor on Motivo Health?[24:47] How can supervisors get connected to Motivo Health?[29:49] Self-care tipsAdditional Resources:Visit Motivo Health’s Official Website: motivohealth.comConnect with Rachel McCrickard: www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmccrickardConnect with Dr. Carla Smith: www.linkedin.com/in/drcarlasmithYour revieSmells Like HumansLike listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

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