What if one of the biggest problems facing mental health care isn't a therapist shortage at all?

What if we're losing future therapists before they ever get licensed?

In this episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks welcomes Rachel Ledbetter, CEO and Co-Founder of Motivo, for a candid conversation about clinical supervision, workforce retention, and the hidden barriers preventing thousands of aspiring clinicians from entering the profession.

Rachel shares her own journey to licensure, the challenges of finding supervision in rural communities, and the startling reality that 57% of counseling and social work graduates never complete the licensure process.

Together, Amy and Rachel discuss:

• Why supervision is a workforce issue, not just a training issue

• The connection between supervision and therapist retention

• Burnout among early-career clinicians

• Why new therapists often work with the highest-acuity populations

• The impact of unpaid internships and financial barriers

• Virtual supervision and expanding access to care

• AI, technology, and the future of supervision

• Building stronger support systems for clinicians throughout their careers

Whether you're a therapist, counselor, social worker, supervisor, clinical director, educator, practice owner, or graduate student, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of the mental health profession.

Guest:

Rachel Ledbetter

CEO & Co-Founder, Motivo

https://motivohealth.com

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