Clinical Supervision Melbourne
Are you looking for a clinical supervisor?
How do you know who is the right supervisor for you?
Testimonials
We both want to thank you for your guidance and support and feel our sessions have really improved our relationship and the way we communicate with each […]
I’ve tried many different types of trauma treatments over the years, and although they did help temporarily, nothing had the same impact as the TRTP sessions with Lauren. Lauren’s sessions addressed the underlying core issues and made a significant positive difference to the physical symptoms that I was experiencing – which were […]
Lauren has literally helped transform my life. I went to see her at a time of incredible vulnerability, and under her care I blossomed into someone who is confident, thriving and happy. Lauren gave me hope during a very unpredictable time in my life. Amidst all the uncertainty however, I […]
I completed TRTP with Lauren and after the first session began to feel a remarkable difference. With each following session, my anxiety began to subside and now, approximately 10 weeks after the final session, it is amazing how psychologically healthy I have become and am still becoming. Having undergone a […]
I found Lauren at a time in my life where I felt completely lost and disconnected. On paper my life was seemingly perfect – great job, 2 gorgeous boys, financially stable, amazing friends and a long term partner. Despite this I struggled daily to find joy and gratitude for my […]
Thank you Lauren for the difference you have made to me and my life. I have struggled to feel safe to do this work and you have helped me feel safe to go deep and affect change. The perfectionist in me would like everything sorted yet I know a substantial shift in […]
How do you determine who is going to be a good fit for your style of practice and your personality?
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Find out what you can about a potential supervisor. Ask your colleagues what they know about him/her as a person, a clinician, a supervisor.
If they have a website, read up about their approach, the work they do and their background; do they have any supervisory experience?
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Call the potential supervisor and ask some questions over the phone; these can be basic questions about fees and availability. You will be able to form a first impression which will guide you as to whether to make an appointment with them for a first ‘interview’ or take some time to think about it. You can then call them back at a later time to make an appointment or look for someone else who will be a better fit for you.
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In your first session with a potential supervisor, it is important that you come prepared:
- Know what you are looking for: do you want weekly, fortnightly or monthly supervision?
- Do you want to be supervised on clinical work or on organisational issues, or both?
- Ask questions about the supervisor’s style of supervision, what they will do if you don’t agree about the management of a client, or if there is conflict between you.
- Discuss if the supervisor will be responsible for providing any feedback or reports about you to an employer.
- What are his/her policies about confidentiality in the supervisory capacity?
- What are the supervisor’s expectations of you?
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Once you have established that you would like to go ahead and work with this supervisor, you always have the right to pull out of the arrangement at any time. Of course, it would be best if you could address this with the supervisor before leaving the relationship as there may be issues which can be resolved through discussion. Even if you don’t think there is anything to resolve, your feedback will be valuable to the supervisor in their own journey of growth.
Choosing a supervisor involves making a big decision.
It can be nerve-wracking as you worry about exposing yourself to another professional. You may feel vulnerable and anxious about what the supervisor will think of you and your clinical skills. Even if you are an experienced therapist, you may still be worried about how a peer may perceive the work you do.
How do you know if I’m the right supervisor for you?
Follow the above steps. Have a look at my website and read about the work I do, my approach and my background.
“Follow the above steps. Have a look at my website and read about the work I do, my approach and my background.”
“I am passionate about supervision. I believe it is an essential component to providing ethical and quality counselling.”
Why choose me as your supervisor?
I worked for an organization for 17 years where I participated in individual and group supervision. I eventually became a supervisor, supervising both students and other clinicians, individually and in groups.
I received supervision on my supervision, as well as having the opportunity to participate in Michael Carroll’s training, ‘On Being a Supervisor,’ in 2008. I also taught a Supervision Course to other clinicians in 2009 and 2010. I still attend peer supervision on a regular basis.
Choosing a supervisor involves making a big decision.
- Explore your cases in depth
- Develop a better understanding of the dynamics occurring between you and your client
- Have a safe place to talk about the work you do
- Continue to develop skills
- Learn and practise different approaches
- Discuss ethical considerations
- Manage the administrative side of your work
- Be supported in a safe and professionally caring relationship.