Clinical Supervision

Guidance, Growth, and Support for Your Therapy Practice

Whether you’re a new therapist building confidence or an experienced clinician seeking fresh insights, clinical supervision provides a safe, supportive space to refine your skills, navigate challenges, and grow professionally so that ultimately you can deliver the best care to your clients.

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what is supervision?

Clinical Supervision is a specialty within the overall practice of counselling and an important component in the development of skilled therapists.

Clinical Supervision consists of the practitioner meeting on a regular basis with the clinical supervisor to discuss casework and other professional issues in a structured way. Supervisors are mentors, teachers, supporters and evaluators who are tasked with facilitating the professional growth and development of therapists while safeguarding the well-being of clients.

my approach to supervision

Supportive, Collaborative, and Growth-Focused Clinical Supervision

I provide a supportive, non-judgmental, and collaborative style, while tailoring sessions your individual learning styles and goals.

Collaborative

Supervision is a partnership where both the counsellor and supervisor actively share ideas, insights, and feedback, working together to solve challenges and improve practice.

Integrated

The supervision process brings together various aspects of a counsellor’s development, including clinical skills, ethical standards, and personal growth, to ensure a holistic approach to professional growth.

Tailored

Supervision is personalized to meet the unique needs of each counsellor, focusing on specific challenges, strengths, and goals that align with their developmental stage and areas for improvement.

Supportive

Supervision provides emotional and professional support, creating a safe space where the counsellor can explore difficult cases and personal challenges, knowing they are supported in their growth and well-being.

personal and professional growth

What to Expect in Supervision Sessions

At the heart of the relationship is working together, building trust, and focusing on the shared goal of helping clients while also supporting the counselor’s growth both personally and professionally.

Expect to review clients you’re working with, including any challenges you’re facing or particularly impactful moments in your sessions. I will help you analyze these cases, offer insights, suggestions, and guidance on how to handle difficult situations.

I will provide constructive feedback on your counseling skills, such as how you build rapport with clients, your use of interventions, or your ability to maintain boundaries. We will also focus on how you document your work, ensuring that you’re maintaining clear, concise, and accurate records of client progress, treatment plans, and any key observations. Strong documentation is a crucial clinical skill that enhances the overall quality and effectiveness of your work.

If you encounter ethical dilemmas or need clarity on best practices, I will help guide you through these situations, ensuring that you’re adhering to professional standards and making decisions that are in the best interest of your clients.

Why Clinical Supervision Matters

Clinical supervision provides an opportunity for therapists to:

  • Develop knowledge and skills competence
  • Operate within your scope of practice
  • Reflect and receive feedback on the content and process of your work
  • Explore ethical implications and work dilemmas
  • Discuss individual cases in depth
  • Change or modify your practice as you progress
  • Identify training and continuing education needs
  • Explore your own personal and emotional reactions to your work
  • Reduce burnout or compassion fatigue
  • Fully embrace the concept of ‘do no harm’
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Supervision FAQs

The frequency depends on your level of experience and the requirements of your professional organization. For new counselors working toward licensure, it’s typically recommended to attend supervision at least once a month. For more experienced counselors, it might be less frequent, but ongoing supervision is still encouraged to ensure continued growth and ethical practice. Check the specific guidelines set by your professional association.

Yes.

In a supervision session, you review client cases, discuss challenges, receive feedback on your counseling skills, and explore areas for professional growth. The supervisor provides guidance, support, and feedback to help you improve your practice and navigate ethical or emotional issues.

Yes, particularly for those seeking or maintaining registration with professional organizations. Check with your association to find out how many supervision hours are required annually.

Clinical supervision focuses on the counselor’s overall professional development, including skills, ethics, and emotional well-being, and is typically an ongoing, structured relationship. Consultation, is more case-specific, offering expert advice or perspectives on particular challenges without the ongoing developmental focus.

I offer both in person and virtual supervision sessions for counsellors living in B.C.

“As therapists, we give so much of ourselves to support others—but who supports you? Clinical supervision isn’t just about skill-building; it’s about having a safe space to reflect, grow, and navigate the challenges of this work with confidence. You don’t have to do this alone—I’m here to walk alongside you.”

– Lyn Firth, MPCC, RQS

Want Me to Come Alongside You?

Since 2010, I have worked in the field of counselling as a Registered Professional Counsellor, Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling and Qualified Clinical Supervisor.

As a supervisor, I work collaboratively to provide the support you need to tap into your knowledge base and develop practical tools to ensure you provide quality client care.

I would love to share my expertise with you.

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