Credentials

Through licensing, practicing, and supervising therapists in training, Dana Kovalchick has completed the WAC requirements to be considered an "approved supervisor" in Washington State. 

WAC 246-809-234  Approved supervisor:

(1) The approved supervisor must hold a license without restrictions that has been in good standing for at least two years.

(2) The approved supervisor must not be a blood or legal relative or cohabitant of the licensure candidate, licensure candidate's peer, or someone who has acted as the licensure candidate's therapist within the past two years.

(3) The approved supervisor, prior to the commencement of any supervision, must provide the licensure candidate a declaration, on a form provided by the department, that the supervisor has met the requirements of WAC 246-809-234 and qualify as an approved supervisor.

(4) The approved supervisor must have completed the following:

     (a) A minimum of fifteen clock hours of training in clinical supervision obtained                     through:

     (i) A supervision course; or

     (ii) Continuing education credits on supervision; or

     (iii) Supervision of supervision; and

     (b) Twenty-five hours of experience in supervision of clinical practice.

(5) The approved supervisor shall have full knowledge of the licensure candidate's practice activities including:

     (a) Recordkeeping;

     (b) Financial management;

     (c) Ethics of clinical practice; and

     (d) The licensure candidate's backup plan for coverage in times when the licensure             candidate is not available to their clients.

(6) Applicants whose supervised postgraduate experience began before September 30, 2006, are exempt from the requirements of subsection (4) of this section.

Supervising Philosophy

As with the client relationship, I believe that the dynamics of the supervisory relationship are critical to the success of the supervisee.  As a supervisor, I work to join with counselors in training to provide an environment of warmth and challenge.  I believe in supporting the ongoing development of supervisees, and in the process, I open myself to continuing my own development as a counselor.  I welcome feedback on my style of supervising, and I work hard to support a supervisee in his/her style of counseling.  Together, we will unravel the multiple dimensions of working with clients, maintaining a healthy sense of self, and striving for success personally and professionally.  Through experience as a therapist and supervisor, I have learned that the gentle awareness of being "good enough" makes an enormous difference in acceptance and growth.

Seeking a Supervisor?

If you are seeking a clinical supervisor, contact Dana directly to set up an interview to determine an appropriate match.

Supervisory Contract 

After establishing our intent to work together and before our first supervision meeting, please print and read the following form.  I look forward to our work together towards your professional development!

2366 Eastlake Ave E, Suite 225    
Seattle, WA  98102
Telephone:  206.419.0155
Email:  dkovalchick@msn.com