Supervision is a process that attempts to insure that the well-being of the client is regarded above that of the practitioner. At the same time the practitioner is gaining valuable experience or has gained experience of working with clients to the best of his/her professional ability. When conducting supervision, the supervisor will ultimately place responsibility for the client's well-being over and above responsibility to the supervisee.
Supervision is aimed at enhancing the supervisee’s own knowledge and experience. All supervisees are asked to adhere to the Code of Ethics of their own professional association and to provide the supervisor with relevant copies.
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How Does Supervision Work?
Regular reviews of supervision take place to identify its effectiveness. Reviews are set after negotiation between the supervisor and supervisee and can be done regularly between 3 to 6 months.
It is expected that the supervisee develop methods of self assessment/evaluation throughout the period of being in supervision, e.g. personal development journal, reflections, observations, working style preferences and any conclusions reached thereafter.
Records of supervisory meetings, issues brought to supervision, outline of discussions, outcomes, subsequent interventions used in the therapy setting are encouraged. Own therapy (if relevant) is supported with issues, discoveries, insights and progress etc; duly noted.
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Do I Need to Come into the Office for Supervision?
Supervision is done on an individual basis and therefore face-to-face supervision can be a rewarding experience for the supervisee. If this is not possible, we also offer flexible options such as conducting supervision over Skype or over the phone.
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