Clinical Supervision
Supporting practitioners in delivering safe, ethical, and effective care to their clients.
What is Clinical supervision?
Clinical supervision is an essential professional development process that supports practitioners in delivering safe, ethical, and effective care to their clients. It provides a structured space for reflection, learning, and professional growth, ensuring that both emerging and experienced practitioners can continue to develop their skills while maintaining the highest standards of practice.
Supervision is not therapy for the practitioner, nor is it line management, but rather a collaborative professional relationship focused on enhancing clinical practice and supporting practitioner wellbeing.
Who is This Service For?
This service is offered to:
Trainee counsellors completing their qualification requirements
Qualified counsellors seeking ongoing professional development and support
Education providers requiring supervision for their staff and students
Healthcare professionals working in both public and private sector organisations
Whether you're just beginning your journey in the helping professions or you're an experienced practitioner seeking fresh perspectives, supervision provides valuable support at every stage of your career.
Our Supervision Approach
We utilise the Cyclical Model and Seven-Eyed Model of supervision, which provide comprehensive frameworks for exploring the many dimensions of therapeutic work.
These evidence-based approaches allow us to examine:
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What dynamics are present between you and your clients
Transference and counter-transference patterns
How your personal responses inform the therapeutic process
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Maintaining appropriate boundaries and ethical practice
Navigating complex ethical dilemmas
Ensuring compliance with professional guidelines
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Understanding workplace dynamics and pressures
Managing organisational constraints while maintaining quality care
Addressing systemic issues that impact practice
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Identifying and responding to potential safeguarding concerns
Risk assessment and management strategies
Ensuring client safety and wellbeing
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Preventing burnout and maintaining personal wellbeing
Identifying learning needs and growth opportunities
Building resilience and professional confidence
What to expect in supervision
Supervision sessions provide a confidential space where you can openly discuss your casework, explore challenges, and reflect on your professional development. Through feedback, guidance, and collaborative exploration, you'll gain new insights into your practice and develop enhanced skills and confidence.
Each supervision relationship is tailored to your specific needs, whether you're seeking support with particular cases, working through professional challenges, or focusing on specific areas of development.
Individual and Group Options
Individual Supervision: Perfect for personalized attention to your specific cases and professional development needs. Individual sessions allow for deep exploration of your work and tailored support for your unique circumstances.
Group Supervision: Offers the additional benefits of peer learning, shared experiences, and diverse perspectives. Group supervision can be particularly valuable for practitioners working in similar contexts or facing common challenges.
Taking the step to engage in regular supervision demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence and client care. Whether it's a requirement for your training or a choice for your ongoing development, supervision is an investment in both your professional growth and the quality of care you provide to your clients.
Contact me to discuss your supervision needs and arrange an initial consultation to ensure we're a good fit for working together.
Investment in Your Professional Development
Individual Supervision:
£60 for one hour session
£75 for one and a half hour session
Group Supervision:
£75 per hour (up to 4 people)
£85 per hour (5 to 8 people)
Concessions available for students