Reflective Supervision: Enhancing Professional Practice and Mental Well-Being
Join us for a this Live Webinar in our Clinical Supervision Forum Series
September 20, 2024 from 1-2:30pm EDT
1.5 CE Credits available for behavioral health clinicians
Reflective supervision is a powerful and essential practice within the mental health profession, designed to address the growing concerns of clinician burnout, secondary trauma, and the complexities of providing high-quality care. This course aims to solve the pressing issues of clinician well-being and the need for continuous professional development by offering a structured approach to reflective supervision. It addresses the challenges faced by mental health professionals in their daily practice, providing them with the tools and insights necessary to enhance their reflective practices, reduce stress, and improve their therapeutic effectiveness.
This course is ideal for mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists, at various stages of their careers. Whether you are a seasoned clinician looking to deepen your supervisory skills or a new professional seeking to incorporate reflective practices into your routine, this course offers valuable insights and practical strategies to elevate your practice to the next level. Participants will engage with innovative approaches and evidence-based techniques to foster a reflective environment that supports personal and professional growth.
The primary purpose of this course is to address the widespread issue of clinician burnout and the need for continuous professional development within the mental health field. Reflective supervision provides a solution by offering a structured process that supports mental health professionals in managing the emotional demands of their work, enhancing their self-awareness, and improving their therapeutic skills.
This course is designed for mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists, who are seeking to enhance their supervisory skills and reflective practices. It is suitable for practitioners at all levels, from those newly entering the field to experienced clinicians looking to refine their approach. If you are reasonably familiar with the challenges of clinician burnout and the importance of self-care, this course will take your understanding and skills to the next level by providing advanced strategies and insights. This course introduces new and helpful approaches to reflective supervision, drawing on recent research, innovative techniques, and practical experiences from the field. It incorporates evidence-based practices and insights that extend beyond the traditional knowledge base of mental health professionals, offering fresh perspectives and actionable strategies to enhance reflective supervision.
Participants engaging in this course can expect to gain a deeper understanding of reflective supervision and its impact on clinician well-being and professional development. Practical learning objectives include developing skills to create a reflective environment, applying evidence-based techniques to reduce burnout, and enhancing self-awareness and therapeutic effectiveness. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the tools to implement reflective supervision practices that support their personal and professional growth. Implementing reflective supervision practices is essential for clinicians to address the problem of burnout and secondary trauma. By fostering a reflective environment, clinicians can enhance their self-awareness, improve their therapeutic skills, and provide higher-quality care to their clients. These changes are critical for sustaining a healthy and effective mental health practice, ultimately benefiting both the clinician and their clients.
- Explain the principles and benefits of reflective supervision in mental health practice.
- Illustrate the application of evidence-based techniques to create a reflective supervisory environment.
- Assess the impact of reflective supervision on clinician well-being and therapeutic effectiveness.
Registration for "Reflective Supervision: Enhancing Professional Practice and Mental Well-Being" can be made by one of two methods:
1) Enroll in the single live event for FREE
2) Enroll in the Clinical Supervision Forum series for FREE and receive access to this webinar and other live webinars in the series. Each event offers 1.5 CE credits for those who attend fully and complete course requirements.
1.5 continuing education hours of credit for the Live Webinar.
Counselors: Telehealth Certification Institute, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No, 6693. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Telehealth Certification Institute, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Telehealth Certification Institute, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0048.
Marriage and Family Therapists: Many MFT licensing boards accept our courses or one of the approvals which we have from professional associations. You can check with your board to determine if this course would be accepted by your licensing board.
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Telehealth Certification Institute, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0435.
Psychologists: Telehealth Certification Institute LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Telehealth Certification Institute LLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
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Art Therapists: Telehealth Certification Institute, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed creative arts therapists #CAT-0093.
Other Professionals: This live webinar qualifies for 90 minutes of instructional content as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Retain your certificate of completion and contact your board or organization for specific filing requirements.
This webinar can be accessed with either Clinical Supervision enrollment, or by registering for the single event. Register for the webinar by midnight before the event. So that we can provide you these CEs, you are required to:
- login and access the direct link to the webinar through your account
- participate fully during the event
- complete a post-test and course evaluation at the conclusion of the event
- collect your certificate of completion on your account after steps 1-3 are completed
Enroll in a course by adding it to the cart and proceeding through the check out process. Create an account (or login to yours) during the checkout process.
Prepare: Download Zoom software. Participants must use a device that is connected to adequate internet speed with a camera, microphone and speakers (or headset).
Attend: At least 15 minutes before the indicated start time on the day of the event, login to your account on the website. Go to "My Courses", click on the title/date of the webinar. The link to join the meeting/webinar will be listed in the course content.
Attendance is automatically recorded when you use the link to join.
Amy Smitke
LISW-S, LICDC
Amy Smitke, LISW-S, LICDC, is a dedicated professional with a passion for advancing mental health practice. With a background in Social Work and Psychology, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the realm of mental health supervision. She is the CEO and Founder of Motivated Wellness Solutions LLC and Coaching Upwards, and the Co-Founder of TheraVault LLC.
Drawing from years of experience in mental health and substance use, Amy understands the critical role that effective supervision plays in nurturing the growth and success of mental health professionals. She believes that a well-structured supervision curriculum is the cornerstone of a thriving mental health program and mental health professionals in all areas. She has created numerous tools and resources specifically related to supervision, such as the Leading With Excellence: The Ultimate Supervision Curriculum for Mental Health Professionals, Empowering Minds Dynamic Conversation Starter Cards, Supervision Trackers, Supervision Guides, and The Launch Your Supervision Practice Workshop. She has a passion for improving the lives of mental health professionals through quality supervision.
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