About
Name
Dawn Del Rio
Pronouns
she/her/hers
Background
Social Work License Designation(s)
LMSW-Clinical and Macro
Other Credentials
PhD, ACSW
Education History
University of Michigan, Sexual Health Educator and Sex Therapy Certification & Sports Performance Certificate; University of Louisiana at Monroe - PhD Marriage and Family Therapy; Michigan State University BS - Psychology & MSW - Clinical
Years of Supervision Experience
15+ years
What supervision format(s) can you provide?
In-Person, Virtual, 1-on-1, Group
Practice Specialties
Other Area(s) of Expertise
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT); Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Trauma-informed care; Sexual Health and Sex Therapy; Motivational Interviewing; Sports Performance
Primary Practice Population(s)
Adults, Relationships
Past Experience
Prior supervision/mentoring experience
Dr. Del Rio has dedicated 23 years to serving as a clinical field instructor and supervisor, supporting graduate students from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.
She takes a personalized approach, working closely with interns to understand their preferences and needs, and crafting collaborative learning plans that align with their academic and long-term career aspirations. She instills trust in interns' self-management abilities while remaining ready to offer guidance when necessary, ensuring a balanced and supportive supervisory dynamic. Through focused supervisory sessions, she emphasizes the importance of tapping into interns' wisdom and instincts, drawing from her clinical experiences to provide constructive feedback and guidance.
She assists interns in honing their skills in developing clear, concise, and well-reasoned clinical documentation, essential for meeting the rigorous demands of auditors, court systems, and insurance companies. She values open communication and actively seeks interns' preferences to tailor supervisory plans that are both effective and engaging. Expect a transformative and collaborative learning experience under her guidance.
She takes a personalized approach, working closely with interns to understand their preferences and needs, and crafting collaborative learning plans that align with their academic and long-term career aspirations. She instills trust in interns' self-management abilities while remaining ready to offer guidance when necessary, ensuring a balanced and supportive supervisory dynamic. Through focused supervisory sessions, she emphasizes the importance of tapping into interns' wisdom and instincts, drawing from her clinical experiences to provide constructive feedback and guidance.
She assists interns in honing their skills in developing clear, concise, and well-reasoned clinical documentation, essential for meeting the rigorous demands of auditors, court systems, and insurance companies. She values open communication and actively seeks interns' preferences to tailor supervisory plans that are both effective and engaging. Expect a transformative and collaborative learning experience under her guidance.
Additional comments
Dr. Del Rio, a licensed psychotherapist with a diverse educational background, brings 30 years of clinical expertise in anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, and relationships. Her psychology degree has emphasized personality and human development, social work has solidified her advocacy and social justice stance, marriage and family therapy strengthened her understanding of systems, and sex therapy expanded her knowledge of human sexuality and intimacy. This unique blend of knowledge enriches her clinical interpretations and therapeutic techniques, fostering a comprehensive approach to mental health care. Her dedication to evidence-based practices and collaborative client-centered approach create a supportive and empowering environment for growth and healing.
As a supervisor, she offers future students a safe and educational space to explore their clinical interests, develop practical and ethical skills, and gain valuable insights into navigating the complexities of mental health private practice with confidence and skill.
As a supervisor, she offers future students a safe and educational space to explore their clinical interests, develop practical and ethical skills, and gain valuable insights into navigating the complexities of mental health private practice with confidence and skill.
Pricing
Pricing
1:1 - $110 per hour; Group - $90 per member per hour
Contact Info
Phone
Website/Webpage
Location
Counties Served (in-person supervision)
Ingham, Washtenaw, Jackson
City
Lansing, Ann Arbor areas