Mentoring from two AAMFT Approved Supervisors
To become an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, you need at least 36 hours of mentoring from a qualified AAMFT Approved Supervisor, a 30-hour Fundamentals of Supervision course, 180 hours of MFT supervision provided, and at least 18 months of training. Colorado LPC Supervision, part of My Denver Therapy, offers that mentoring at $150 per supervision hour. We’re one of the only practices in Colorado with multiple AAMFT-approved supervisors.
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What does it take to become an AAMFT Approved Supervisor?
AAMFT’s requirements include all of these:
- Keep your AAMFT membership throughout the training
- Complete at least 18 months of supervision training
- Provide at least 180 hours of MFT supervision
- Supervise at least two supervisees during the training period
- Complete at least 36 hours of mentoring from your AAMFT Approved Supervisor mentor
- Complete the 30-hour AAMFT Fundamentals of Supervision course
AAMFT’s prerequisites also include Professional membership with the Clinical Fellow designation, a qualifying mentor, and a plan for meeting the training requirements. The Approved Supervisor Designation Standards Handbook has the complete rules.
Who is supervision of supervision for?
This service is for licensed clinicians who want to become AAMFT Approved Supervisors. It’s a good fit if you’re already supervising candidates, or you want to start and would like a mentor while you build that skill. It isn’t for candidates working toward their first license. MFTCs should look at our MFTC supervision page.
Who can be your AAMFT mentor?
Your mentor has to be a current AAMFT Approved Supervisor with at least 120 hours of post-designation supervision experience, as defined in AAMFT’s Handbook. Two of our supervisors offer this mentoring:
- Courtneyrose Chung, LPC, LMFT, LAC, AAMFT-approved supervisor. She founded My Denver Therapy, one of the largest therapy practices in Colorado, and works with acute and complex trauma.
- Allie Evans, LMFT, AAMFT-approved supervisor. She works with trauma and young adults, and she’s EMDR certified with training in Level 1 IFS, Somatic Attachment Therapy and Sandplay.
How much does AAMFT mentoring cost?
Mentoring with us is $150 per supervision hour, so AAMFT’s 36-hour minimum comes to $5,400. AAMFT’s course and membership costs are separate, and you’d pay those directly to AAMFT. There are no packages or required combos. See our supervision rates.
Do you need AAMFT approval to supervise in Colorado?
No. Colorado’s MFT rule names AAMFT Approved Supervisors as one qualifying option, and it also allows other licensed mental health professionals with education, clinical experience and supervisory experience in marriage and family therapy. The designation is a voluntary credential. It tells candidates you’ve completed AAMFT’s supervision training and mentored practice. LPCs who supervise counselors have separate requirements under 4 CCR 737-1.7.
Common questions about AAMFT supervision of supervision
How long does it take to become an AAMFT Approved Supervisor?
AAMFT requires at least 18 months of supervision training. Your timeline also depends on how quickly you can provide 180 hours of MFT supervision.
Can I start mentoring before I have supervisees?
Talk with us and check AAMFT’s Handbook first. You’ll need at least two supervisees during your training period, and your training plan should show how you’ll get there.
Do mentoring hours count toward my 180 supervision hours?
No. The 180 hours are supervision you provide to others, and the 36 mentoring hours are supervision you receive from your mentor.
Is AAMFT approval required for a Colorado LMFT?
No. The designation is separate from Colorado licensure. See the Colorado LMFT requirements for the state’s rules.
Ready to start your AAMFT mentoring?
Tell us where you are in AAMFT’s process and how many supervisees you have now. One of our AAMFT-approved supervisors will reach out directly.