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Supervision Essentials: Building a Strong Foundation for Clinical Supervision

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Clinical supervision is a cornerstone of professional growth and ethical practice. This 3-hour webinar focuses on the administrative function of supervision, offering a structured approach to guide supervisors in creating effective and meaningful supervisory relationships. Participants will explore how to define their vision of who they want to supervise and why, and they will learn to navigate the planning and preparation phase, including the essential paperwork needed to establish the supervisory relationship.

This course is based on the recorded webinar, Supervision Essentials: Building a Strong Foundation for Clinical Supervision created by Amie Bryant, LCSW, CAS, ACS et al. in 2025.

Publication Details

Publication Date: 1st Edition Aug 2025

Course Material Authors

Amie Bryant, LCSW, CAS, ACS
Amie Bryant, LCSW, CAS, ACS, EMDRIA Consultant

Amie R. Bryant, LCSW, CAS (she/her) is a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and trainer with over 20 years of experience in mental health. She is the owner of Four Corners Counseling, LLC, and provides individual psychotherapy, clinical supervision & consultation, and professional training. Amie is a CCE Approved Clinical Supervisor, EMDRIA Approved Consultant and Certified EMDR Therapist, and holds a Certificate in Advanced Clinical Supervision from Smith College School of Social Work. A former Director and Training Coordinator at Fort Lewis College Counseling Center, and longtime adjunct faculty member with the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work, she is known for her relational, culturally affirming, and use-of-self-centered approach to supervision. She currently serves as a trainer for MSU Denver's Front Porch Initiative supervisors and as a consultant for Essence Oriented Therapeutics through True Success for All. A sought-after speaker, she regularly facilitates basic and advanced supervision trainings.

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Target Audience

Professionals who supervise counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and social workers. This course is appropriate for all levels of knowledge.

Learning Objectives

After taking this activity, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Define the key roles and responsibilities of an effective clinical supervisor.
  2. 2 Outline the essential documentation required to establish a supervisory relationship and align supervision practices with best practices and standards of care.
  3. 3 Identify critical factors to consider when preparing for the initial supervision session and structuring follow-up sessions.
  4. 4 Describe approaches for managing the termination phase of supervision, including both planned and unexpected terminations.

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Amie Bryant, LCSW, CAS, ACS, EMDRIA Consultant – No disclosures to report.

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This material is included for free with an annual or lifetime membership or individually for $30.00.

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