Why Clinicians Struggle When They Become Leaders (And No One Trains You for It)

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges clinicians face when transitioning into leadership roles without adequate training and support.

Most clinicians are trained to care for others—but not to lead. So what happens when you step into a leadership role without the tools, training, or support to succeed? In this episode, we explore why so many clinicians feel overwhelmed when they become supervisors, practice owners, or team leaders—and why it’s not a personal failure, but a gap in training. We discuss: • The shift from clinician to leader • Why “just do what I do” isn’t effective leadership • The hidden pressure leaders carry • Burnout vs. moral injury • What clinicians actually need to lead well If you’ve ever felt unprepared, uncertain, or stretched thin in a leadership role, this conversation will help you understand why—and what to do next. 🎁 We’re also giving away 5 copies of Lisa Duez’s book Leading Without Losing Yourself Check our social channels to enter. About the Guest: Lisa Duez, LCSW, MPA, is a leadership expert and author of Leading Without Losing Yourself . She helps clinicians and professionals navigate the transition into leadership without burnout, overwhelm, or losing their identity. 🌐 Website: https://www.lisaduez.com/

People in this episode

Host: Supervision Simplified Podcast

Guest: Lisa Duez

Topics covered

• leadership
• clinicians
• burnout
• training
• supervision
• mental health

Keywords

• clinician leadership
• burnout
• moral injury
• supervision
• training gap

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Leading Without Losing Yourself

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