ABSTRACT
Clinical supervision is a central component in the process of becoming a counsellor, psychologist or psychotherapist as well as a recommended or required contributory element of continuing professional development. The knowledge, skills and modelling that a supervisor conveys are important aspects of helping the supervisee assist the client by promoting best practice in both the therapeutic and supervisory relationships. However, the nature of supervision and particularly training supervision engenders several important professional and ethical considerations for both participants of the supervisory dyad. Such considerations must always be given serious attention in terms of their impact on the welfare of the client and the process of learning. This chapter examines some of these issues and their potential to influence the supervisory experience. It will also discuss some of the responsibilities of those involved, primarily the supervisee, supervisor and training organisation. Although the chapter focuses on training supervision, the ideas and application will also be of relevance to qualified therapists in their role of either supervisor or supervisee, or both. Throughout the chapter, the term supervision will refer to clinical supervision.
