Supervision is a key part of any quality therapist training program. In psychology, it is also the pathway to registration as a psychologist. The need for ongoing supervision is the cornerstone of best practice for many of the psychotherapy models. It is also seen as a safeguard for clients by psychology regulation boards and to …
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One of the most challenging things about being a therapist is coming to terms with the systems within which we work. We are often taught about ideal ways of practice, to deliver therapy, and work with clients in our university trainings. Only to find that the workplaces and funding models we work within present significant …
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What is good supervision? This was a question asked following my last post on the reasons therapists avoid supervision. And it’s a good question. Because not all supervision provided is good supervision. Some supervision is an excellent growth experience but some can be harmful, permanently scarring even. Good clinical supervision is important for all therapists …
I’ve often wondered what drives therapists to avoid supervision. I see examples of it often. There have been times in my career where I have found myself avoiding it also, preferring to stay comfortable with my peer supervisor rather than engage formal supervision. I recently completed some training with Kathy Steele and Dolores Mosquera, experts on …
