Interdisciplinary Supervision: Fostering Collaborative
Practice and Professional Growth
Enroll in the Online Self-Study and complete the training on your own schedule.
1.5 CE hour available for behavioral health clinicians completing the Online Self-Study.
Interdisciplinary teams are the future of effective client care—yet many supervisors feel unprepared to guide collaboration across diverse roles and specialties. This course equips clinical supervisors with the tools to foster unity, reduce role confusion, and improve outcomes in complex behavioral health settings.
Whether you're managing communication breakdowns, guiding professionals with varied scopes of practice, or striving to improve team performance, this course offers a fresh framework to transform your supervision approach and unlock collective potential.
Enroll in the 1.5 CE Online Self-Study for $30
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Amy Smitke, LISW-S, LICDC, is a leader in mental health supervision and interdisciplinary practice. As the CEO of Motivated Wellness Solutions and Co-Founder of TheraVault, Amy brings decades of experience and a passion for cultivating strong clinical teams. Her tools and supervision curricula are used across the country to elevate supervisory practices in behavioral health care.
Amy teaches through an engaging blend of evidence-based strategies, real-world examples, and practical tools that empower participants to apply their learning immediately. Her training style emphasizes reflection, collaboration, and confidence-building in supervision.
Topics include the historical development and purpose of interdisciplinary supervision, systems theory, collaborative learning, and IPE models. You’ll learn actionable skills in communication, role clarification, team goal-setting, and managing ethical and cultural complexities. Case studies bring these techniques to life, showing how interdisciplinary supervision improves both clinician development and client outcomes.

Instructor
Amy Smitke, LISW-S, LICDC, is a dedicated professional with a passion for advancing mental health practice. With a background in Social Work and Psychology, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the realm of mental health supervision. She is the CEO and Founder of Motivated Wellness Solutions LLC and Coaching Upwards, and the Co-Founder of TheraVault LLC.
Drawing from years of experience in mental health and substance use, Amy understands the critical role that effective supervision plays in nurturing the growth and success of mental health professionals. She believes that a well-structured supervision curriculum is the cornerstone of a thriving mental health program and mental health professionals in all areas. She has created numerous tools and resources specifically related to supervision, such as the Leading With Excellence: The Ultimate Supervision Curriculum for Mental Health Professionals, Empowering Minds Dynamic Conversation Starter Cards, Supervision Trackers, Supervision Guides, and The Launch Your Supervision Practice Workshop. She has a passion for improving the lives of mental health professionals through quality supervision.
Key Takeaways:
- Strengthen team cohesion: Gain tools to clarify roles, reduce confusion, and cultivate shared responsibility.
- Enhance supervision effectiveness: Apply evidence-based techniques that improve team communication and development.
- Improve client outcomes: Learn how interdisciplinary supervision fosters integrated care and better treatment results.
Why this course?
- Specialized for behavioral health: Tailored to supervisors working with multidisciplinary behavioral health teams.
- Led by a trusted expert: Amy Smitke’s field-tested tools and insights help clinical leaders grow thriving teams.
- Backed by a mission-driven CE provider: Telehealth Certification Institute is committed to equipping professionals with exceptional training to elevate care delivery.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the principles and benefits of interdisciplinary supervision in healthcare practice.
- Illustrate the application of evidence-based techniques to create a collaborative supervisory environment.
- Assess the impact of interdisciplinary supervision on team dynamics and patient outcomes.
This on-demand course is an opportunity to strengthen your leadership in team-based care and elevate your supervision skills. Join a growing community of professionals who are transforming interdisciplinary collaboration—one conversation at a time.
Enroll now to develop your skills, boost your confidence, and enhance your impact as a behavioral health professional.
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 November 15, 2024.
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