Mokita Project
Advocating for Fairness, Access, and Support in Mental Health Care
Our GOal
Redefining Mental Health Training and Equity
We are creating a Seattle-based pilot program to expand our network of pre-licensed therapists, pre-licensed supervisors, and interns. In collaboration with local organizations, we aim to tackle the systemic barriers that make it difficult for graduates and students to succeed in the mental health field.
The Mokita Project was born out of our commitment to equity and my desire to respond to the system’s exploitation dynamic. Unlike traditional internship models, the Mokita Project provides fair compensation to interns and helps pre-licensed counselors gain clinical experience to achieve licensure. This approach not only helps address the mental health workforce shortage but also empowers new counselors by valuing their contributions and ensuring they are adequately compensated for their labor.
Building Bridges
Expanding Access, Tackling Barriers, and Creating Opportunities
Finding affordable therapy in Seattle is easier than ever. We are building a network of affordable therapy options in Seattle. Whether you are a pre-licensed counselor or a pre-licensed supervisor, your participation helps broaden the accessibility of mental health services.
Pre-licensed counselors from marginalized communities—including racial minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities—often face bias and systemic challenges in securing supervision and job placements. These inequities create a barrier to accessing quality education, mentorship, and clinical opportunities.
Too many students face:
- High turnover among supervisors.
- Poor-quality supervision training.
- An overwhelming volume of client hours.
- Unpaid clinical work forces interns to take on secondary jobs just to make ends meet.
According to SAMHSA’s 2022 report on the Behavioral Health Workforce, the U.S. will need an additional 250,000 behavioral health professionals by 2028 to meet the growing demand for mental health care.
Approximately 77 million people live in mental health professional shortage areas (HPSAs) across the U.S.
How to join
Join Us in Building a Better Future
If you’re a pre-licensed counselor, pre-licensed supervisor, or intern, we invite you to join our efforts to expand access to affordable, high-quality care and create a more just and supportive environment for those entering the mental health field.
Add Your Name to the Directory: Please fill out the contact form on Google Forms. You will be sent an outline for the project.