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PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISION
Compassionate Psychology is now offering professional supervision and is opening a small number of spaces for practitioners working in the field of mental health.
My interest lies in supporting mental health practitioners — including psychologists, counsellors, and social workers — with a focus on maintaining personal wellbeing alongside strong professional and ethical practice. I prioritize creating a safe and reflective space where supervisees can thoughtfully consider the emotional and relational aspects of their work, as well as the practical and ethical demands. Supervision can sometimes evoke unease, making practitioners feel like their competence is being assessed. In my practice, I emphasize fostering a supportive environment — one that values both the professional and human dimensions of supervisees.
My approach to psychological supervision is collaborative, thoughtful, and paced, with an emphasis on nurturing confidence, professional identity, and sustainability in practice. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and also incorporate principles from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Viktor Frankl’s logotherapy.
I’m initially offering individual supervision with flexibility around format (in-person or online). If you are an early-career practitioner seeking a supportive, reflective, and safe space to grow, I invite you to reach out for an informal chat to see if we might be a good fit.
WHO I WORK WITH
I provide supervision for:
- Early-career psychologists
- Counsellors, social workers, or others working in the field of mental health support
- ACC-registered providers (physical injury)
- Those aiming to strengthen boundaries, wellbeing, and ethical clarity
- Practitioners searching for a safe, reflective space to develop in their roles
If you’re uncertain about whether you fit these criteria, please feel free to inquire.
MY SUPERVISION APPROACH
My supervision style is based on:
- Reflective practice — creating space to deeply contemplate the work
- Emotional sustainability — helping practitioners maintain wellbeing in challenging roles
- Cultural humility — recognizing power, context, and lived experience
- Ethical clarity — navigating dilemmas with composure and transparency
- Professional identity development — assisting practitioners in finding their own voice and style
- Collaborative learning — viewing supervision as a shared, evolving process
I strive to create a space that is steady, respectful, and spacious enough for honest reflection.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Supervision sessions typically include:
- Time to reflect on clinical work, emotional load, and relational dynamics
- Discussion of ethical questions, boundaries, and professional responsibilities
- Support with cases and therapeutic decision-making
- Exploration of practitioner wellbeing and sustainability
- A collaborative, strengths-based feedback style
- Attention to both the practitioner’s “inner world” and the practical realities of their work
We will also establish a supervision agreement outlining expectations, confidentiality, and goals. Please note that I am not a clinical psychologist and can only offer limited supervision regarding formal diagnostic processes.
ABOUT MY BACKGROUND
With over 10 years of clinical experience, I have worked alongside clients facing a multitude of challenges, holding a particular interest in alleviating suffering and helping individuals find meaning and purpose. I view each client as the expert in their own life, and it is a privilege to support them through experiences such as trauma, grief, permanent injury, pain, and relationship struggles. My work is rooted in compassion-based and acceptance-based approaches, building upon the strengths that already exist within the individual and their environment. Understanding that learning is a lifelong journey, I am committed to ongoing professional development that enhances both my practice and personal growth.
FORMAT, FEES, AVAILABILITY
Format: In-person (Stratford) or online
Session length: 50–60 minutes
Frequency: Monthly or fortnightly (as per governing body requirements)
Fees: sliding scale: $160-180+gst per hour
Availability: Limited spaces currently open
ENQUIRIES
If you’re interested in exploring psychological supervision, please reach out for an informal conversation. This will provide us both an opportunity to determine whether the fit feels right and what you hope to gain from supervision.