Clinical Supervision
Supervision is an opportunity to bring someone back to their own mind,
to show them how good they can be.
– Nancy Kline
What is clinical supervision in counseling?
A professional definition would describe clinical supervision as an opportunity for therapists to build a working alliance, enhance knowledge, skills, and judgment, provide professional support and clinical development, and improve client/patient outcomes.
A personal definition would include the need to have a positive connection with someone who understands the difficulties we as therapists experience, as well as the joy we feel when our work changes someone’s life.
To become a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, a therapist needs a total of 150 hours of clinical supervision, 75 of which require completion in an individual setting.
Establishing a connection between practitioners during this time is as crucial as the therapeutic relationships we build with our patients.
How can I help?
I once needed clinical supervision hours to become licensed, so I completely understand the commitment necessary to have both a positive supervision relationship and quality interaction during our time together. My profession is important to me, and I want to help you become the best professional possible.
My use of humor (sometimes sarcasm is my favorite) helps to keep supervision light and fun. I will remind you that we are all human, and mistakes will likely occur, but you will learn from them. We will also celebrate your therapeutic wins because they are essential, and there will be many!
Our supervision will involve reflective thinking, professional development discussions, management of clinical concerns, and awareness of interpersonal issues, which do arise at times. You will learn to identify when your feelings become an issue when treating others and manage this when it occurs.
Should there be a need, there is no shame in referring out when you believe it would be in the patient’s best interest. Willingness to make this decision is a sign of a good therapist.
Full awareness makes a better therapist.
We will work through all facets of the therapeutic process to ensure you are aware of the needs of all involved.
Without a good therapeutic relationship and understanding of patient needs and our own, we risk harming those reaching out for our help and support.
Through supervision, we will add to the positivity of the world, one patient at a time.
Let’s work together to make that possible!