Maria utilizes the Systems/ Dialectical Model of Supervision (SDMS). SDMS considers aspects of the supervisor-trainee relationship as well as assessing and addressing the developmental level of a supervisee. She believe that how a supervisor responds to a supervisee will transfer into the therapy room and affect how they responds to their own clients. SDMS provides that supervisors and trainees are individual biological systems that are influenced by their biological and social factors, again viewing the individual within a systems concept and being mindful of how that affects their engagement in supervision.

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Maria is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. Maria chose to complete these additional certifications to further her own skills and she believes that ongoing education and training is vital to all aspects of her profession. To learn more about these certifications, please visit:  www.aamft.org and www.a4pt.org.

Jessica is an LCSW and an approved supervisor by the New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners. Jessica has had significant supervision experience, including as a Permanency Placement Supervisor at the Children Youth and Families Department as well as clinical supervision of interns in a psychiatric hospital setting.

Jessica has been a practicing therapist for over ten years, providing clinical services to children, adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Jessica utilizes her supervision training and real practice experience to help clinicians understand and implement best practice standards, allowing them to strengthen their skills, ensure client welfare, establish their own therapeutic identity, while supporting their growth and professional development. 

Niki firmly believes that each individual possesses unique needs, strengths, and belief systems. With five years of experience in practice, she has found that the most effective way to foster healing and growth is by creating a safe and compassionate space where clients can explore their unique experiences, work toward healing, and build the lives they envision.

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She applies this same philosophy to clinical supervision, offering support and guidance tailored to each clinician’s values and professional goals. As a clinical supervisor, Niki is dedicated to providing a nurturing and compassionate environment that fosters growth and development, helping clinicians become the best versions of themselves while contributing to the advancement of the mental health field.

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Niki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology (with a minor in Criminal Justice) from Western New Mexico University and a Master of Science in Christian Counseling from Grand Canyon University. She has extensive training and experience in various therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Attachment Theory, Parts Work, and multiple trauma-informed modalities. She is also a certified EMDR Therapist and a Consultant in Training.