The Gritty Academy
Virtual Clinical Supervision For Provisional Mental Health Therapists in Nebraska + Iowa
Fall Cohort
Starts September 21st, 2026
Runs September 2026 – May 2027
24 Supervision Hours toward your full licensure
Spring/Summer Cohort
Starts in January 2027 and runs through August 2027
24 Supervision Hours toward your full licensure
More info coming soon
Join The Gritty Academy
The Fall Cohort
Semester runs: September 2026 - May 2027
What you’ll learn
A growing toolbox you can actually use, including:
EMDR & Somatic Experiencing foundations
Polyvagal Theory & Attachment Theory
Trauma therapy for adults and children
Family therapy & Ego State work
Foundations of Trust Based Relation Intervention (TBRI)
Foundations of the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol (IATP-C)
DBT & Radically Open DBT
Clinical documentation that holds up
Foundations on the Business of being a Therapist
Understanding the Primal Question and how it shapes you as a therapist
Lifestyle health for mental health therapists
So next time "I don't know what to do" pops up, you've got somewhere to go.
How it Works
Each session covers:
Clinical supervision & case consultation
Practical teaching you can use right away
Q&A and discussion
Connection with other provisional therapists
More than Supervision
At The Gritty Academy, we believe confidence grows through connection.
You'll become part of a cohort of therapists who are navigating the same challenges, celebrating the same victories, and learning alongside one another. Discover that the questions you're afraid to ask are often the same questions everyone else has.
Together, we'll create a learning environment where curiosity is welcomed, mistakes become opportunities for growth, and no one has to learn alone.
Supervision by:
The Gritty Therapists
Cathy Schweitzer, MS, LIMHP +
Stefanie Armstrong, LIMHP
Dates + Details
September 21, 2026 - May 10, 2027
The Academy meets virtually on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. CST
This is a VIRTUAL TRAINING via Zoom.
Attendance at all parts is required with video on.
Pricing
Full Semester $900
Monthly $120/mo
$120 per month ($60/session) or pay $900 for the full semester (9 months) upfront + save $180.
What You Get
You will receive a total of 24 supervision hours toward your full licensure for the full semester from September through May.
If you choose to pay monthly, you will receive 3 supervision hours per month.
One-On-One Supervision
is also available
Email hi@thegrittytherapist.com for more information.
Space is limited so every cohort gets real, personal support.
Questions? See our FAQs below or email us at hi@thegrittytherapist.com
Frequently Asked Questions
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This cohort is designed specifically for provisionally licensed therapists in Iowa and Nebraska who want more confidence, stronger clinical skills, and support beyond traditional supervision. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, second-guessing yourself, or simply want a community that "gets it," this is for you.
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If you pay for the 9 month cohort upfront ($900) you’ll get one month free!
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You can also pay monthly for $120/mo (which breaks down to $60/session)
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Because this is a live cohort experience that includes consultation and supervision-informed discussions, we're currently limiting enrollment to therapists practicing in Iowa and Nebraska. As Gritty Academy grows, we hope to expand into additional states.
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No problem! All training sessions will be recorded, so you can catch up whenever your schedule allows. You'll still have access to the course materials and community, even if life gets busy.
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The Spring 2027 Cohort starts in January 2027.
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The Fall 2026 Cohort meets September 7, 2026 - May 10, 2027
The Academy meets virtually on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. CST
You will get a total of 24 Supervision hours from September to May.
This is a VIRTUAL TRAINING via Zoom.
Attendance at all parts is required with video on. -
Your membership includes:
Live monthly training sessions
Access to the private Gritty Academy community
Practical clinical education beyond supervision
Opportunities to ask questions and connect with experienced clinicians
Ongoing encouragement from therapists who understand exactly where you are
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No, Continuing Education credits are not available for supervision. If you are interested in CE's check out our classes here.
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Absolutely, we do this all the time.
Email us for more information hi@thegrittytherapist.com
Have More Questions? Email us at hi@thegrittytherapist.com
what are students are saying
“I highly recommend The Gritty Therapist training program.”
“I highly recommend The Gritty Therapist training program. I derived so much value from the mash-up of theory and application in a collaborative setting. Stef and Cathy are approachable and their experience is a wonderful resource for me as I've begun my journey as a therapist - they really helped me get my grit on!”
- Mark M.
“The Gritty Academy will help you better understand your clients and level up as a therapist.”
“While the sole focus is not necessarily attachment, The Gritty Academy really put in to perspective for me how important secure attachment is on a developing mind and how it impacts an individual long term. It impacts every single person, whether it was secure or disrupted, and those early experiences shape adulthood. Whether you work with kids, teens, adults, or the elderly, The Gritty Academy will help you better understand your clients and level up as a therapist.”
- Taylor H.
“The Gritty Academy has given me a safe space to be a new therapist”
“The Gritty Academy has given me a safe space to be a new therapist because I know that whatever comes my way, I have support.“
- Ashley
“Before The Gritty Therapist, I often felt alone, burnt out, overwhelmed, and even questioned my decision to become a mental health therapist at times.”
“The Gritty Therapist has completely shifted my idea of sustainability as a therapist. Before The Gritty Therapist, I often felt alone, burnt out, overwhelmed, and even questioned my decision to become a mental health therapist at times. The complete perspective shift and the ways I now care for myself, both inside and outside my therapy office, have caused a ripple effect of confidence, courage, and authenticity that I carry with me every single day.“
- Seara
“I’m immensely grateful to this program for getting me to where I am today!”"
“The Gritty Academy gave me the confidence, support, and acceptance I needed to take the first steps towards becoming a mental health therapist. I’m immensely grateful to this program for getting me to where I am today!”
- Karena