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Infusing Postmodernism into Mental Health Supervision:
Solution Focused Supervision

Enroll in the Online Self-Study course and complete it at your own pace.
1 CE hour available for behavioral health clinicians upon completion.

Infusing Postmodernism into Mental Health Supervision: Solution Focused Supervision

Traditional supervision models don’t always offer the flexibility today’s therapists need—especially in a telehealth world where clinicians face complex cases without straightforward solutions. This course offers a transformative approach that honors the therapist’s voice, intuition, and strengths.

In this one-hour self-paced training, you’ll discover how postmodern principles can reframe the supervisory relationship and empower supervisees to become confident problem-solvers. Whether you're new to supervision or looking to deepen your skills, this course offers a refreshing lens worth exploring.

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Dr. Paula J. Britton, PhD, LPCC-S, a licensed psychologist and professor at John Carroll University, brings over 28 years of experience in counselor education, clinical supervision, and private practice. As a nationally recognized speaker and trainer, Dr. Britton provides grounded, relatable, and practical guidance on supervision from both academic and applied perspectives.

Dr. Britton integrates postmodern supervision theory with solution-focused methods and the concept of “companioning” to encourage authentic, collaborative supervisory relationships. This course emphasizes curiosity, strengths-based conversations, and empowering supervisees to uncover their own solutions.

You’ll explore the foundational concepts of postmodernism, the structure and tools of Solution Focused Supervision (such as scaling and miracle questions), and how to apply the concept of “companioning” to develop egalitarian and supportive supervision relationships. Real-life roleplay examples demonstrate the subtle shifts that make a powerful impact in supervision.

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Instructor

Dr. Paula J. Britton, PhD, LPCC-S, licensed psychologist (Ohio), is a professor in the Dept. of Counseling at John Carroll University. She has been the Coordinator of the Practicum/Internship program there for over 28 years. She is also a psychologist in private practice, and the owner/presenter for a supervision training business in the state of Ohio. She has presented over 100 workshops locally and nationally. She has a plethora of publications in the areas of supervision, LGBTQ issues in counseling and counselor education.

Read more about Dr. Paula Britton here

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand postmodern supervision principles: Learn how these theories shift the focus from deficits to possibilities.

  • Apply solution-focused tools: Watch a session unfold and understand how to ask questions that amplify change.

  • Build meaningful relationships: Embrace the concept of “companioning” to create trust and collaboration in supervision.

Why this course?

  • Expert instructor with real-world credibility: Dr. Britton has trained thousands of supervisors and brings decades of experience in clinical and academic settings.

  • Fresh lens on supervision: This course introduces a contemporary approach that enhances, rather than replaces, traditional models.

  • Built for today’s clinicians: The tools and techniques are tailored for supervisors working in dynamic, often virtual, environments.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn the basic tenets of postmodernism and Solution Focused Supervision.

  • Observe and summarize a role-played session of Solution Focused Supervision that demonstrates the structure of the session.

  • Experience the concept of companioning as it relates to Solution Focused Supervision.

Step into a supervision model that values the unique stories, insights, and capabilities of every therapist. Join this engaging course and discover how postmodern and solution-focused practices can bring clarity, confidence, and creativity to your supervision work.

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This is a non-interactive self-study course. Instruction consists of 1 hour of video instruction and a post-test.

Enroll in the 1 CE Online Self-Study for $20

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Availability: From the time of registration, you have six months to access the coursework.

Who Should Attend: This course is intended for clinicians who provide behavioral health services.

Teaching Methods: This is a non-interactive, self-study course. Teaching methods for this course include recorded lectures, videos, a post-test, and a course evaluation.

How to attend: Directions for completing a course can be found by clicking here.

This program was recorded on December 11, 2020.

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