Prashant Bhatt brings four decades of international clinical practice, protocol development, and teaching
to supervision.
Trained first in medicine (joined 1985, graduated 1989) and specialized in Imaging
Sciences (practicing since 1993), his supervision integrates medical rigour with a humanistic-existential
therapy orientation and specialised training in ICST, Cognitive Processing of Trauma, MBCT, ADHD, and
Group Therapy. He has lived and worked across India, Malta, Libya, and Canada, and presents
internationally.
About — background and expertise
Psychotherapy is my second career. I began in medicine in 1985, graduated in 1989, and specialised in
Imaging Sciences, which I have practised since 1993.
I have worked and lived on four continents — India (South Asia), Malta (Europe), Libya (Africa), and Canada (North America) — and bring lived experience of transitions in war, displacement, immigration, and regulatory navigation to my clinical and supervisory work.
My clinical approach is grounded in the humanistic-existential tradition. I work with complex trauma,
sexual abuse, couples therapy, and life transitions, including older adults (55+). Specialized trainings
include Integrative Couples Sex Therapy (ICST), Cognitive Processing of Trauma (CPT), MindfulnessBased Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Attention Deficit Disorder, and Group Therapy. I have contributed to
humanistic oral history work and authored related publications.
At a glance
• 30+ years in clinical practice and teaching
• Four decades creating and implementing protocols
• International presenter across four continents
• Background in Medicine & Imaging Sciences (since 1993)
• Humanistic-Existential approach; specializations in complex trauma, couples, sexual abuse
• Certifications: ICST, CPT, MBCT, ADHD, Group Therapy
• Experience with war, displacement, immigration, and credentialing systems
• Oral history contributor and published author
Supervision — structure and expectations
Supervision with me is collaborative and structured. I expect written preparation before sessions so we
can focus on targeted clinical guidance and practical skill development. Sessions may be online, inperson, or hybrid depending on preference.
Written preparation (what to include)
• Brief case summary
• Main question or area where you need guidance
• Interventions attempted and their outcomes
• Challenges, observations, and any countertransference
• Specific focus you want for the supervision session
Sample supervision note
Client Summary: 32-year-old female presenting with anxiety related to a recent job change. No
significant mental health history. New to therapy.
Main question for supervision: How can I support the client in managing anticipatory anxiety about
workplace performance and integrate cognitive-behavioural interventions?
Interventions tried: Explored psychoeducation about anxiety, introduced basic grounding techniques,
encouraged journaling between sessions.
Outcome: Client reports some relief from grounding exercises, uses journaling inconsistently, continues
to ruminate about possible work mistakes.
Challenges/Observations: Struggles to identify triggers for anxiety; hesitance discussing work
relationships.
Focus for supervision: Deepen exploration of workplace dynamics and encourage consistent use of
coping strategies.
Clinical checklist (10-point review)
1. Do I have a case conceptualization or not?
2. Is my conceptualization correct or not?
3. Do I have a theory or not?
4. Do I have an intervention in that theory or not?
5. Do I have the skills to deliver that intervention or not?
6. Is there anything in my worldview or the client’s worldview that will hinder the therapy?
7. Did I chart changes after interventions to refine the approach?
8. Seek supervision.
9. Observe effects after refinement/reflection.
10. If after all the above the client shows no tangible improvement, refer to another therapist.
Supervision rates and package
Service Rate Format
Hourly Individual supervision $100 / hr Online · In-person · Hybrid
Dyadic supervision $65 / person Online · In-person · Hybrid
Two-hour group supervision $40 / person Online · In-person · Hybrid
Three-hour group supervision $60 / person Online · In-person · Hybrid
Package offer: Buy a block of 10 sessions and receive the 11th session complimentary.
For entry-level therapists — building caseloads
Currently, I do not have cases available for fresh entry-level Master’s graduates. To help you secure the
200 required clinical hours, follow the step-by-step approach below to find placements and gain
supervised experience.
1. Identify organizations that offer client opportunities (e.g., Free Counseling Canada Society,
community-based agencies, low-cost clinics).
2. Prepare a brief introduction outlining your education, background, and training summary.
3. Update your resume and have it ready to send with inquiries.
4. Contact the organization (typically via email): introduce yourself, state your need for clinical hours,
attach your resume, and explain your supervision and client-work goals.
5. Ask about intake processes and any available or upcoming openings.
6. Follow up politely if you do not receive a response within one to two weeks.
Suitable entry-level cases typically include adults with mild-to-moderate anxiety, depression, adjustment
concerns, life transitions, stress management, relational challenges, young adults, immigrants adjusting
to a new environment, or clients seeking support with self-esteem or personal growth.
Free Counseling Canada Society contact for caseload opportunities: teamlead@freecounsellingcanada.ca
(use this email to introduce yourself, attach your resume, and explain supervision goals).
Shadowing in complex cases
Shadowing opportunities allow you to observe Sex-Couples therapy, Trauma-informed Cognitive
Processing therapy, work with child sexual abuse cases, and complex grief. Opportunities are typically
once or twice per month, subject to client consent and current caseload limitations.
• Request shadowing at least two weeks in advance.
• Indicate case types or topics you wish to observe and preferred availability.
• Sign a confidentiality agreement and complete onboarding forms prior to the first observation.
• Participation is subject to client consent; space may be limited.
Practice scenario (example): A long-term partner chose not to attend end-of-life moments because he
sought MAID support to avoid family conflict. His absence left his partner with guilt, shame, and
confusion. Narrative therapy was used to help the partner find meaning in the aftermath.
Presentation at Fourth World Congress of Existential Therapy-June 2026: Aurora -Denver Colarado. On use of Subterranean Life of the Hour to Help Evolve through the pain of post marital dissolution.
Summary and final notes
Key points: I recommend seeking sites that offer free supervision while recognising I charge for private
supervision; Free Counseling Canada Society can help fill caseload; complex cases can be shadowed with
client consent; prepare written supervision notes before sessions; provide the onboarding items if you
choose to join. I wish you the best on your journey.
You can download a more detailed note on my approach to Psychotherapy Supervision.
Additional notes-Being from Medical background, Imaging sciences I have practiced, taught and collaborated to set up departments in India and Libya. Here is a video of a colleague- Dr.Layas, Orthopedic surgeon, with whom we made an imaging map of how to approach a dislocation injury of the shoulder.
Relevance to Psychotherapy- I follow structured protocols. While I agree that Therapeutic Relationship is an important foundation, one needs specialized knowledge, skills to assess complex trauma, intergenerational issues, grief. In my many years in Psychotherapy- having attended thousands of hours of education, experience and supervision as a practitioner and caregiver, I have seen many fall into the trap of saying that therapeutic relationship is the main thing that matters. With due regards, I disagree. Therapeutic relationship is a foundation, but complex cases require proper structure, guidance and support.
2009 – August- Mapping Recovery Journeys together