This 3-hour interactive training explores the critical process of addressing and repairing ruptures in clinical supervision. Participants will delve into the nature of supervisory ruptures, their impact on the supervisory alliance, and effective strategies for repair. Through a combination of didactic instruction and interactive exercises, supervisors will enhance their ability to recognize, address, and prevent ruptures in their supervisory relationships. This training is designed for both novice and experienced clinical supervisors across various mental health disciplines. It is particularly valuable for supervisors seeking to enhance their ability to navigate challenging dynamics in supervision and to create more robust, resilient supervisory relationships.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Define and differentiate between various types of ruptures in clinical supervision.
- Identify common causes and markers of supervisory ruptures.
- Analyze the impact of ruptures on the supervisory alliance, supervisee development, and client care.
- Demonstrate effective strategies for immediate and long-term rupture repair.
- Develop a proactive approach to address and prevent ruptures in supervisory relationships.
Syllabus:
Introduction: In the field of clinical supervision, the supervisory relationship is crucial for fostering professional growth, enhancing clinical skills, and ultimately improving client care. However, like any interpersonal relationship, supervisory alliances can experience disruptions known as “ruptures.” These ruptures can arise from various factors, including miscommunication, differing expectations, or emotional disconnects. Understanding and effectively managing these ruptures is essential for maintaining a strong supervisory alliance and ensuring positive outcomes for both supervisees and clients.
Objective 1: Define and differentiate between various types of ruptures in clinical supervision.
- Confrontation ruptures
- Withdrawals ruptures
- Relational or alliance-based ruptures
Objective 2: Identify common causes and markers of supervisory ruptures.
- Power dynamics and role expectations
- Communication breakdowns and misunderstandings
- Value conflicts and ethical disagreements
Objective 3: Analyze the impact of ruptures on the supervisory alliance, supervisee development, and client care.
- Effects on the supervisory alliance
- Implications for supervisee development
- Consequences for client care
Objective 4: Demonstrate effective strategies for immediate and long-term rupture repair.
- Implement immediate resolution strategies
- Engage in exploratory strategies for deeper repair
- Develop long-term repair and prevention approaches
Objective 5: Develop a proactive approach to address and prevent ruptures in supervisory relationships.
- Establish clear expectations and boundaries from the outset
- Foster open communication and feedback loops
- Enhance cultural competence and address power dynamics
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 3 General asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of General continuing education training.
Instructor: Ericka Cables, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, ACS
Recording Date: January 24, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3hrs General continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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