‘We shall not cease from exploration
And the end of all our exploring
Will be to arrive where we started
And know the place for the first time’ T.S.Eliot
Supervision at Waterloo Counselling
Supervision allows practitioners to explore how we work, how we connect and how to be good clinicians. It is a space to be open about our struggles and to be guided and supported in clinical practice. When we explore how we work and think deeply about this, we allow for change and growth. I work psychodynamically, enabling you to reflect on unconscious conflicts and to better understand and strengthen your relationship with your client. Please note I am not a registered BACP supervisor but have 10 years of mentoring and supervision experience in university and NHS settings.
What kind of supervisor do I need?
If you are looking for a supervisor, you will want to work with someone who has experience of offering supervision and can help you to support and understand your client. I have many years of experience working with counselling trainees at Birkbeck, University of London and offering group supervision. Offer a safe environment in which to think about your client and how to work effectively to enable change and growth.
Getting started with a supervision relationship
Just as with starting counselling, the first step is to call or email, letting me know a little bit about yourself and what you are looking for in terms of supervision. If you think the supervision I offer is right for you, we will arrange for you to come to Waterloo counselling for an initial session. We think together about what you need, how often you may need to come for supervision and what would be affordable to you. You can have 1-2-1 supervision sessions or you can come with another supervisee, which some people prefer and also means you can make the sessions more affordable.
Supervision fee
I charge £95 per 50-minute session. I offer reduced rates for trainees and people on low wage and want to ensure the supervision sessions are affordable for you.
Waterloo counselling space
Waterloo counselling is easy to access via public transport. For details on how to get there and other inquiries, please see the Practicalities page. The counselling rooms are quite small and so I can offer supervision for one or two people at a time. Sessions are also available on zoom.
Waterloo Counselling — Lectures and workshops
I run regular workshops and reading groups. My workshops offer skilled and experiential training blending clinical, personal and academic. I am particularly interested in running workshops and groups specialising in working with trauma. Upcoming workshop: BOOK YOUR PLACE – Certificate in Working with Trauma – The Practice, 123 Oatlands Dr, Weybridge
I also run a monthly group for therapists. Please see the link and contact me if you are interested in joining: Time for Change
