Supervision
Supervision is an industry standard for counselling/psychotherapy and is an integral ingredient in good practice and development.
“Self-awareness, a recognition of process, an understanding of developmental needs and stages, and the emphatic atunement to the clients reality and phenomenology of the self are crucial aspects of the therapy and carry their tremendous responsibility and opportunity.” (Rogers 1961:235)
This quote from Carl Rogers captures some of the important aspects of supervision. I offer a supportive, creative and challenging environment with congruence and care at the heart of my supervisory relationships.
Having qualified with a level 7 Certificate in Counselling Supervision in 2011, I supervised a team of 9 staff members within a Therapeutic Community setting for over 7 years and have supervised staff from local therapeutic charities such as St John’s Ambulance, Red Cross and Douglas McMillan.
I have experience in supervising the work of therapists working in the NHS, HM Prison service, Savana, Dove Service and two local addiction services.
I offer supervision to voluntary sector and statutory sector organisations such as local charities and therapists in private practice. I thoroughly enjoy working with therapists in supervision and encourage exploration and expression that captures the therapeutic relationships the therapists have with their clients.
I used talking and creative methods so that you can get the most out of your supervision sessions. I continue to train and develop my therapeutic practice and bring my new learning into the supervision space so that you too may benefit from my continuing development. I never want supervision to feel stagnant and work with therapists to feel empowered and excited about their client work.
Feeling what is happening in the relationships with your clients is fundamental and I work with supervisees to help them notice this depth of connection. Seeing new angles, feeling and thinking your way around your work is all helpful and present in my work as a supervisor.
I am an Approved Supervisor with the National Counselling Society.