Articles by Valencia Wiggins, PhD, LPC

Valencia Wiggins, PhD, LPC is a Clinical Psychologist, and Licensed Professional Counselor at Wheaton College, and Meier Clinics in Wheaton, IL. She completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Walden University in Minneapolis, MN, and her pre-doctoral internship at Wheaton College Counseling Center in Wheaton, IL. Dr. Wiggin’s clinical interest includes, sexual abuse, trauma, eating disorders, depression, adolescents, and women’s issues. Dr. Wiggins enjoys helping individuals reach their emotional health potential. In addition, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and seeking out new adventures in life.

How do you Find a “Super” Clinical Supervisor?

How do you Find a “Super” Clinical Supervisor?

“What type of supervision will I receive at this training site?”

How many times have you asked this question during your interviews for practicum, pre-doctoral internship, or post-doctoral training sites? I recall my own apprehension about my clinical supervisors over the last few years.

I had the opportunity to experience wonderful clinical supervisors who provided excellent supervision. I attribute my professional and personal development as a clinical psychologist to the clinical supervisors I worked with during my graduate school training.