What it really means to see an associate therapist (and why we're proud of ours)

If you have been searching for a therapist, you have probably seen the word associate and wondered what it means. It is a fair question, and you deserve a clear answer.

An associate therapist has finished their graduate training in therapy and is working toward full licensure in California. While they do that, they work under the supervision of a licensed therapist who reviews their work and supports them along the way. Your associate therapist will tell you who their supervisor is, and that supervisor's license information is shared with you up front.

Here is what that looks like in real life. Your therapist is not figuring things out alone. They have a licensed professional in their corner, and a team around them, so you get a fresh, motivated therapist and the backing of experienced people behind the scenes.

It is also a big part of how we keep costs low and waits short. Many of our therapists are early in their careers, which lets us offer care at community mental health cost without the long lines.

We do not hand clients off to whoever has an open slot and call it good. We look at who you are, what you are looking for, and who feels like a good fit. You can read each therapist's bio and watch a short video to get a feel for them before you decide. Meet the team and find your fit

Our vision for our team is simple. We want every therapist to be supported, supervised, and set up to do their best work. When therapists feel that way, clients feel it too. If you would rather work with a fully licensed therapist, we have those as well, and we are happy to talk through what makes sense for you.

Want to know more about who we are and why we do this? Read about us or our mission, vision and values.

Questions about any of this? Text us at 661-383-2252 and we'll walk you through it. Your first step can be a free 15 minute consultation by text.

Creative Connections, 24325 Main Street, Ste. 102, Newhall, CA 91321