Clinical Supervision

Joseph LaFleur, LICSW, MBA, SEP, C-PATP

About Joseph LaFleur

Joseph LaFleur, LICSW, MBA, SEP, C-PATP provides board-approved clinical supervision for social workers and behavioral health professionals pursuing independent licensure. As a gay therapist who grew up in a traditional heterosexual household, Joseph brings unique insight to clinicians working with diverse populations — from straight men navigating relationship challenges to LGBTQ+ individuals seeking affirming care.

Joseph's training in clinical supervision and ethics far exceeds — as much as 4 times — the required amount for licensure. His supervision integrates his specialized expertise in Somatic Experiencing®, psychedelic integration therapy, and LGBTQ+ affirming practice — areas where qualified supervisors are exceptionally difficult to find.

8
Supervisees Achieved Independent Licensure
Within the Last 3 Years

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)
Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Trinity University
San Antonio, Texas

Licenses

Washington, DC
LICSW #LC3000819
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Maryland
LICSW #27085
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Virginia
LICSW #0904013135
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New Jersey
LCSW #44SC06054400
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New York
LCSW #092948
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Clinical supervision provided in accordance with each jurisdiction's licensing board requirements. All supervision hours, documentation, and verification comply with state-specific regulations.

Certifications & Specialized Training

Somatic Experiencing®

Certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP)
Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute
201.5 hours — Complete 8-module professional training (Beginning I-III, Intermediate I-III, Advanced I-II)

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Provider (C-PATP)
Comprehensive certification in psychedelic-assisted therapy protocols
Certificate in Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy
Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI)
February 2024 — Specialized training in psilocybin therapy protocols
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Training
72+ hours — 73 modules covering ketamine-assisted therapy (KAP), psilocybin, MDMA protocols, LGBTQ+ considerations, and culturally informed trauma care

Telehealth

Certificate in TeleMental Health and Digital Ethics
Specialized training in secure, effective virtual therapy delivery

Leadership & Shame Resilience

The Daring Way™ Trained Facilitator
Brené Brown Education and Research Group
One of fewer than 700 facilitators worldwide. Originally certified as Daring Way™ Facilitator and Dare to Lead™ Facilitator. Learn more

LGBTQ+ Affirming Care

Specialized LGBTQ+ Clinical Training
Transgender, Gender Queer, Two-Spirit and Intersex Care • Kink, Nonmonogamy, and BDSM • LGBTIQA+ Allyship • LGBTQI+ Resilience

Specialized Supervision Expertise

Joseph is one of few clinical supervisors in the DC region qualified to provide supervision in emerging and specialized modalities:

Somatic Experiencing® Supervision

For clinicians integrating body-based trauma approaches into their practice. Joseph completed the full 201.5-hour SE® professional training and can guide supervisees in applying somatic principles to clinical work.

Psychedelic Integration Supervision

For clinicians working with clients preparing for or integrating ketamine, psilocybin, or other psychedelic experiences. As a C-PATP and IPI certificate holder, Joseph provides informed supervision in this emerging field.

LGBTQ+ Affirming Practice Supervision

For clinicians developing competence in LGBTQ+ affirming care. As a gay therapist with specialized training in transgender care, kink-aware therapy, and minority stress, Joseph provides supervision grounded in both professional expertise and lived experience.

Trauma-Informed Practice Supervision

For clinicians working with trauma populations. Joseph integrates his somatic training with traditional trauma approaches to help supervisees develop comprehensive, embodied clinical skills.

Who I Supervise

  • LMSW / LGSW / LGMFT clinical supervisees pursuing independent licensure (LICSW, LCSW)
  • Provisionally licensed clinicians completing required supervision hours
  • Fully licensed clinicians seeking advanced clinical consultation
  • Clinicians developing specialized competencies in somatic, psychedelic integration, or LGBTQ+ affirming approaches
  • Clinical supervisors-in-training developing supervision competencies
  • Organizations seeking compliant supervision structures

Format & Availability

  • Individual supervision — Weekly or biweekly sessions
  • Group supervision — Small cohort format
  • Case consultation — Complex clinical or ethical situations
  • Virtual — Secure video throughout DC, MD, VA, NJ, NY
  • In-person — Washington, DC (limited availability)
  • Flexible scheduling — Including evening hours

Compliance & Documentation

All supervision agreements, session logs, evaluations, and verification materials are maintained in accordance with applicable state board regulations. Verification of supervision hours is provided as required by licensing authorities.

Request Clinical Supervision

To inquire about clinical supervision, please include:

  • Your current license level and jurisdiction
  • Your supervision goals and timeline
  • Any specialized areas of interest (somatic, psychedelic integration, LGBTQ+)
  • Board-specific requirements

Supervision availability varies by jurisdiction. Details provided upon inquiry.