Professional Services
Clinical Supervision, Training, Speaking Engagements
Supervision
Welcome! You have worked hard getting your MSW, studying for your licensing exam, and finding a job to start your social work career. Whether you have been in the field for many years or are just starting out, getting your LCSW is an exciting next step in your career and we would love to help walk you through it.
If you are unfamiliar with the ins and outs of supervision, a great place to start learning the process of getting your LCSW is on this section of the state website: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/socialwork/sw_uplcsw.shtm.
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Individual or Group
Kimberly Valdez, LCSW-S is a board approved supervisor. She supervises LMSWs with applicable employment in both individual and group formats. She is currently accepting new supervisees for individual and group supervision.
Available Groups:
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Mondays 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Fridays 12:00pm - 1:00pm
If you are interested in the group or talking further about the supervision process, please call or text to set up a consultation.
60 minutes Individual Supervision: $100
60 minutes Group Supervision: $50
The Learning Grove
The Learning Grove is a professional continuing education and networking group for mental health professionals. We meet at our Memorial Office on the first Thursday of each month to expand our professional knowledge and build a community of clinicians who can lean on each other to consult, collaborate, and encourage one another.
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Fall 2025 Schedule
When: First Thursdays
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Where: Our Memorial Office at The Wellness Collective (5900 Memorial Dr, Suite 218, Houston TX, 77007
Cost: $25 (lunch provided for in-person participants)
Thursday, September 4th
Practicing Nature Based Therapy with Irma Guerrero-Ali, LMFT-S
Thursday, October 2nd
Ethical Queer-Affirming Care with Sarah Lonsdale-Bledsoe, LCSW-S
Thursday, November 6th
Evidence-Based Treatment for OCD with Ivy Ruths, Ph.D.
Thursday, December 4th
Managing the Mental Load of Chronic Illness with Kimberly Valdez, LCSW-S
Speaking Engagements
Areas of Expertise:
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DSM-5-TR Training
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Perinatal Mental Health
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Complex Trauma
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Mood Disorders and Psychosis
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Late-Diagnosed Autism
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Behavioral Issues
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LGBTQIA+ Issues
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Women's Issues
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Overcoming Toxic Patterns
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Workplace Cohesion
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Accessing Personal and Professional Growth
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Navigating Interdisciplinary Ethics
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Grief and Bereavement
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Coping with Complex Medical Diagnoses
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Event Offerings
We would be delighted to speak at your event! Our team offers public speaking and training sessions around various topics to meet your needs. Our clinicians are experienced and knowledgeable in their work with clients and eager to share their expertise. We will work closely with you to ensure that our presentation aligns with your goals and objectives. We look forward to collaborating with you around:
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Continuing Education Trainings
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Community Education
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Professional Development Workshops
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Psychodynamic Team Development Groups
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Keynote Speaking
Prices are negotiated based on the size of your event as well as time, supplies, and travel required.