Clinical Supervision Services At Our Online Clinic

In theory, clinical supervision is an essential part of helping future psychologists succeed in their clinical practice. However, if not done properly, it can have the opposite effect. New therapists may struggle to build a caseload, develop a successful practice, and may not be able to help those in need as effectively as they could.

So, what makes a good supervisor and a great clinical supervision experience?

The American Psychological Association (APA) outlines seven key areas in their guidelines: competence in supervision, a variety of topics discussed, the supervisory relationship, professionalism, assessment, evaluation, and feedback, as well as ethical, legal, and regulatory issues.

Overall, supervision is a growing process that involves more than just therapy skills. It includes consulting, didactic teaching, case management, and administrative tasks.

The Quality of Supervision and the Relationship

The quality of the supervision relationship is a crucial part of making the process work well. This relationship should include trust and safety—both are very important for the new psychologist to feel comfortable being open and honest about their struggles. From the supervisor’s perspective, safety and trust also mean providing consistent, genuine, timely, and high-quality feedback.

Some may say that the supervision relationship should resemble Winnicott’s idea of “good enough.” It’s about creating a relationship where both supervisor and intern can listen actively. For a new psychologist to learn how to listen well, they need a supervisor who is a good listener themselves. This creates a safe “holding environment.” The supervisor also needs to be comfortable with not having all the answers, showing the psychologist in training how to handle uncertainty and learn from it.

What You Can Expect from Best Online Therapy’s Clinical Supervision

At Best Online Therapy, we aim to uphold high standards and follow evidence-based guidelines in all our work, including clinical supervision. If you need a senior psychologist to support you through this journey, please don’t hesitate to contact Sara Taveira to learn more and get started. Feel free to contact the form below or go to our Booking Page.