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Clinical supervision across disciplines is described as a collaborative process in which the supervisor works with the supervisee to explore their work reflectively. The role of the supervisor involves a blend of functions including education, mentoring, holding an ethical position and ensuring the safety of the supervisee and the supervisee's clients.
This 5-day short course will be split into a 3-day and a 2-day block over a 2-week period. It will provide theoretical components delivered via PowerPoint lectures, experiential learning activities, and opportunities to practise supervision skills in a group setting. Central to this workshop will be an exploration of the varying definitions and models of supervision, highlighting the tasks and responsibilities required in different settings.
Fundamental to this short course is the recognition of rapport-building and a good working alliance in the supervisory relationship. Challenges inherent in supervisory relationships, such as moral and ethical dilemmas will be discussed, highlighting the importance of self-reflexivity and an exploration of parallel processes. Additionally, this workshop will look at the integration of arts-based practices in supervision, including the complexities that art-making introduces. Experiential art-making activities will be included in the workshop to further an understanding of the importance of art processes and reflection in art therapy supervision.
This workshop is suitable for health professionals who are currently supervising art therapists/trainees, or practitioners wishing to gain art therapy supervision skills..