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A range of studies show that the quality of a supervisory relationship in the formative stages of a supervisee’s professional development has a long-lasting effect on them. Depending on the quality of that relationship it can either stunt or enhance the supervisee’s growth. By establishing expectations at the on-set of supervision it can eliminate or reduce confusion and increase the chances of supervisee being successful in achieving their goals and as such will set the foun

I remember my first clinical fellow that I supervised when I was in my late 20’s. Particularly based on a fear of making mistakes, my own insecurities and sensitivities I made many of the mistakes listed below. Now 20+ years later I wish I could go back in time with the knowledge and experience I have gained as things would be very different! Mistake #1: Worrying about what other people think As a first-time supervisor I was overly concerned with being liked and did not wan