Preparation for Supervision Role Play: Key Concepts and Practices

Introduction

• Kerry CrossFit introduces Chris Campasi, a supervisor and counselor at Firelight Supervision and Catalyst Counseling.
• The focus of the video is on role-playing the first meeting for supervision.

Role Play Setup

• Chris adopts the role of the supervisor (as ‘Cara’), while Kerry plays the supervisee.
• The purpose of the meeting is establishing rapport and discussing the details of supervision.

Initial Meeting Logistics

• Chris emphasizes the importance of building a relationship similar to therapy for effective supervision.
• Discusses privacy and boundaries relevant to the supervisor-supervisee dynamic, stressing that supervision is confidential unless intervention is necessary (e.g., emergencies).

Requirements for Licensure in Colorado

• To obtain Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) status, supervisees must complete:
• Total of 2,000 hours of work over no less than 2 years.
• 1,500 hours of direct client work.
• Weekly supervision meetings are required to complete this in two years.
• Supervision structure:
  • Total of 100 supervision sessions, with 30 allowed in group settings.
• Chris offers to facilitate a supervision group as part of this process.

Understanding Direct Hours

• Direct hours consist of actual client interaction (e.g., therapy sessions, intake sessions).
• Non-direct hours cover paperwork, treatment planning, and related activities (500 hours).
• Tracking methods for hours will be organized through a template shared by Chris.

Ethics in Supervision

• There is a fine line between supervision and therapy, which Chris aims to maintain throughout their relationship.
• Allows room for personal reflections that impact professional work while ensuring that therapy-oriented discussions are kept separate.
• Importance of addressing feelings and countertransference as they relate to client cases; however, personal issues that impede therapeutic focus should be managed with a personal therapist.

Building a Strong Supervisory Relationship

• Kerry shares her experience with previous supervisors, emphasizing the need for clearly defined boundaries.
• Acknowledges the discomfort from past supervisor's unprofessional behavior, highlighting the significance of accountability and supportive supervision.
• Chris emphasizes the necessity of establishing personal identities and how they inform professional practices, promoting cultural competence and accountability in the process.

Personal Identities and Their Impact

• Chris shares his identity (e.g., white male, military upbringing) and its relevance to his work, showing he is mindful of biases and the experiences of others.
• Kerry identifies as a female, cisgender, heterosexual, new mother, indicating how motherhood may affect her professional obligations as a therapist.
• Discussions on how to balance personal and professional life, emphasizing the importance of self-care and managing personal identities within therapy.

Experience and Expectations from Supervision

• Kerry recounts her previous supervisors and expresses her desire for a healthy supervisory relationship that respects boundaries and aids in her professional growth.
• Chris reassures Kerry that he will foster a supportive environment conducive to her development as a therapist.

Concluding Thoughts on Supervision

• Chris emphasizes the importance of developing relationships upfront and taking time to establish trust and rapport with supervisees.
• Encourages new supervisors to slow down and connect before delving into specific therapeutic tasks.
• Further videos in the series will explore different aspects of supervision, including goal setting.

Call to Action

• Viewers are encouraged to engage with Chris for further supervision-related discussions and role plays.