Clinical Supervision

Clinical supervision is a method used to support those within care professions. It is delivered by a fully qualified individual and provides a supportive and safe space to explore and reflect upon the challenges of work. Supervision is an essential requirement of working as a therapist and it is also common for professionals working in health and educational settings.

The purpose of the supervisor is to support the supervisee(s) and assist them in their learning so that they can be as effective as possible in their job. Clinical supervision helps particularly when working around emotionally challenging situations or people such as schools, care homes, hospitals and many other settings. The supervisor is trained to help the supervisee to explore situations using creative methods and help them to reflect on what is happening and provide an effective solution to emotionally challenging work.

What might happen in a supervision session?

Supervision can take place online or face to face and equally on an individual or group basis. Group supervision often results in increased effectiveness of staff teams.

During sessions staff members are encouraged to reflect on any particular challenging situations they have faced in their work. They may wish to focus on an individual person or a group of people. This can then be explored creatively through discussion and the use of creative mediums including art, music, drama and movement. This allows for the use of non-verbal communication and is often very helpful when feeling stuck in a particular situation.

Supervision will help build self-awareness and help individuals to understand why they might be feeling challenged by particular individuals and how they might feel more confident in situations.

The supervisor will ensure professional standards are maintained and best practice is adhered to. They may offer suggestions for further training or emotional support.

Training

Amelia Clapham, Clinical Supervisor, has a Diploma in Creative Arts Supervision. She has been a music therapist since 2015 and is passionate about supporting individuals to reach their full potential. Her clinical supervision uses a variety of creative mediums as Amelia understands that sometimes talking can be a struggle and non-verbal communication is so powerful. Amelia’s clinical supervision is underpinned by the Seven Eyed Model of Supervision (Hawkins and Schoet, 1989).

Costs

Please get in touch for more information on pricing. Student reductions can be given. Group supervision can include up to 8 individuals and is usually a 90 minute session. Supervision is recommended to be delivered every 4-6 weeks.