87: Unlocking the Power of Supervision of Supervision with Sindee Gozansky, LCPC

Heart-Centered Therapist: Elevating Practice in Mental Health, Relationships, Self-Care and Personal Growth

In this solo episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee delves into the concept of 'supervision of supervision,' a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect in the field of therapy. She explains that many therapists receive training and certification to supervise emerging therapists but rarely seek supervision for their own supervisory practices.

Sindee shares insights from her own experience and emphasizes the importance of having a trusted group of colleagues for supervision of supervision. She discusses the benefits such as personal growth, improved outcomes for supervisees and clients, enhanced cultural competencies, and emotional support. She also highlights common challenges in supervision, such as supervisees not being open to feedback, or thinking they know it all, and how supervision of supervision can help address these issues. She encourages therapists to overcome barriers like time and money to form their own groups, and offers practical tips on how to start one.

00:00 Introduction to the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast 00:29 The Importance of Supervision of Supervision 01:50 Personal Experiences with Supervision of Supervision 02:43 Benefits of Supervision of Supervision 07:10 Challenges in Supervision and How to Address Them 08:29 Common Supervision Challenges and Solutions 14:50 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

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