Posted by gardenergirl on January 1, 2004, at 16:40:46
In reply to Supervision? Exactly what is it?, posted by jane d on January 1, 2004, at 15:13:03
Jane,
As a trainee, I am required to receive supervision at least one hour per week. We go over specific questions I have about my cases and how they are going. We also talk at times about how my own issues and values can influence how I go about doing therapy or what's happening in sessions.Once you are out, you are not required to receive supervision. Many new psychologists, and also those with experience do make arrangements for consultation with others. It's ethically and at times legally required in high risk cases such as suicide and in ethical dilemmas.
I'm not sure if the psychologist is required to disclose the consultation. I know as a trainee, I am required to disclose that I am in a trainee and who my supervisor is. I usually reiterate to the client that my sup. is bound by the same ethics and confidentiality rules as I am. In fact, my supervisor retains ultimate responsibilty for the case as I am working under her license.
Although it sounds like you are asking about someone who is already licensed, I hope this helps in part, answer your question.
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