I hold the level 6 Advanced Specialist Diploma in Clinical Supervision, and a Masters Degree in Organisation Development (‘counselling for organisations’). I have many years experience in consultancy, training and development in the NHS and elsewhere. As of 2025, I have provided over 6000 hours of therapy to clients.
I provide integrative clinical supervision for practicing and trainee Counsellors and Psychotherapists,.
I also provide non-directive supervision for other professions who work with people, such as care workers, teachers, and emergency services.
My approach to this work is informed by the model presented by Hawkins & Shohet (Supervision in the Helping Professions 3rd ed.; Open University Press, Maidenhead, 2012). This model identifies seven aspects of work that supervision must cover:
- The content of the supervision session
- The interventions of the supervisee with clients
- The counsellor/client relationship
- The internal process of the counsellor
- The relationship between supervisor and supervisee
- The supervisor’s internal process
- Systems, organisational, cultural, professional, familial and societal issues
Supervision is a co-operative, mutual process. I do recognise however that the role of Clinical Supervisor contains elements of advice, guidance, and safety/quality assurance, especially with Supervisees in training; my approach in this respect is exploratory, supportive and non-judgemental, whilst maintaining clarity in respect of ethics and standards.
I offer to co-ordinate my work with training establishments and employing Agencies where this is appropriate, if so agreed with a Supervisee. At no additional cost (within reason!). I provide out-of-session support as needed. I also provide standard reports on trainee progress (for up to two hours of non-session work).
I am listed as a Supervisor with the Iron Mill College, Heartwood Centre and Kooth Counselling for Young People. I provide full invoicing to support administration and tax records.
Supervision Contract
