Fostering Counselor Development Utilizing a Social Justice Lens
in Supervision
Enroll in the Online Self-Study course and complete it at your own pace.
1.5 CE hours available for behavioral health clinicians upon completion.
Fostering counselor development in today’s sociopolitical climate requires more than traditional supervision. Supervisors who ignore systemic inequities risk overlooking critical influences on their supervisees’ growth—and on the quality of client care.
This course invites you to deepen your supervisory practice by integrating a social justice perspective that promotes inclusive counselor development. With practical strategies and real-world applications, you’ll gain tools to assess supervisee growth and empower clinicians working in diverse and evolving environments.
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Dr. Candice Crawford, PhD, LMHC, is a seasoned counselor educator and licensed mental health counselor with extensive experience in clinical supervision, trauma-informed care, and multicultural competence. Drawing from her leadership in national counseling organizations and her private practice serving women of color, Dr Crawford brings insight and credibility to the topic of social justice in supervision.
Dr. Crawford’s approach is grounded in both theory and practice. She guides participants through reflective and evidence-informed strategies to assess counselor development and incorporate social justice frameworks into supervision. Her method encourages supervisors to foster relational safety, mutual learning, and critical awareness of identity and systemic inequities.
Participants will explore the foundational components of counselor development, the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the purpose and responsibilities of supervision, and the role of social justice in supervisory relationships. The course also introduces key theories and models—including Critical Race Theory, Liberation Psychology, Intersectionality Theory, Relational Cultural Theory, the Social Justice Supervision Model, and the Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Competencies (MSJCC)—with guidance on applying them to real-world supervision.
Instructor
Dr. Candice R. Crawford, PhD, LMHC,
Dr. Candice R. Crawford is an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Molloy College and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York. A bilingual clinician, she has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families, and now operates a private practice in the Bronx specializing in trauma therapy for women of color. Her research focuses on multicultural competence, cross-racial supervision, and social justice advocacy. Dr. Crawford is an active leader in professional organizations, serving as Faculty Advisor for Chi Sigma Iota and Secretary-Elect for NARACES, and is dedicated to mentoring students and promoting diversity and collaboration in counselor education.
Key Takeaways:
- Apply a social justice model in supervision: Learn how to integrate a justice-oriented framework that supports supervisees from all backgrounds.
- Assess counselor development effectively: Identify practical tools and perspectives for evaluating clinical growth and readiness.
- Promote equity in supervision: Enhance your supervisory relationships by recognizing systemic barriers, addressing power dynamics, and validating cultural identities.
Why This Course?
- Relevant and responsive: Designed for today’s social climate, this course helps you respond to challenges faced by new clinicians, including the impact of systemic inequities.
- Led by a recognized expert: Dr. Candice Crawford brings deep expertise in multicultural counseling, cross-racial supervision, and social justice advocacy.
- Practical and actionable: Offers more than theory—this course equips you with tangible strategies you can apply immediately in supervision.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least one social justice model that they can implement in supervision.
- Discuss ways in which to assess counselor development.
Step into a supervisory role that cultivates confidence, cultural awareness, and authentic counselor development. Begin your learning journey today with this powerful and timely self-study course.
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This is a non-interactive self-study course. Instruction consists of 1.5 hours of video instruction and a post-test.
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Availability:
From the time of registration, you have six months to access the coursework.
Who Should Attend:
This course is intended for clinicians who provide behavioral health services.
Teaching Methods:
This is a non-interactive, self-study course. Teaching methods for this course include recorded lectures, videos, a post-test, and a course evaluation.
How to attend:
Directions for completing a course can be found by clicking here.
This program was recorded on February 11, 2022, and reviewed on 3/30/26.
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