Ben Parkinson outlines how mental health practitioners can increase the number and quality of therapists’ supervisors
The recent much needed increase in the provision of evidenced-based psychological interventions, such as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), has created a demand for suitably trained and competent CBT supervisors in the UK. Simple training for this role is inadequate, so novice supervisors should also consider working with an experienced supervisor, having their supervision practice observed and seeking regular feedback on their supervisor competence. This encourages self-reflection and builds competence in supervision, which can lead to formal accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies.
Mental Health Practice. 19, 1, 12-17. doi: 10.7748/mhp.19.1.12.e990
Correspondence Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double-blind review and has been checked using antiplagiarism software
Conflict of interestNone declared
Received: 16 April 2014
Accepted: 17 November 2014
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