As therapists, for our work to be ethical and effective, supervision needs to be a collaborative and enriching experience that supports both you and your clients.
Our work together is designed for therapists who value deep, honest reflection and are committed to continually developing their practice.
A Relationship of Supportive Challenge
A good supervisory relationship should feel both safe enough to be vulnerable and robust enough to create real change.
I hope that during supervision sessions with me we will be able to:
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Get curious about the 'stuck' points in your client work.
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Directly and compassionately address your blind spots.
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Explore the moments of resonance and dissonance that clients evoke in you.
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Build your confidence to work at a greater therapeutic depth.
This collaborative process is how we can enhance your practice, build your confidence, and ensure you are providing the best possible support for your clients.
A Supportive Space for Your Professional Development
Beginning a new supervisory relationship can feel daunting. It’s important to find someone you connect with - a supervisor who not only understands your work but also helps you see it from new perspectives.
My goal is to create a relationship built on trust, where you feel able to bring your whole self: your successes, your uncertainties, and your questions.
A Specialist Focus on GSRD & LGBTQ+ Work
My experience in this area means I can meet you exactly where you are. We can build a supervisory relationship that fits your specific needs, whether you are a seasoned specialist or new to this area of work.
For Therapists with GSRD Experience
Perhaps you are a specialist yourself, seeking a supervisor who can bypass the 101 and engage directly with the complex clinical and process issues your clients present. You need a space for peer-level conversation where the nuances are already understood, allowing us to go deeper into the work.
For Therapists New to GSRD Work
Or perhaps you are feeling deskilled, anxious, or uncertain about how to best support a client exploring themes around gender and sexuality. You need a supportive, confidential space to ask the foundational questions, explore your own blind spots without judgement, and build your confidence from the ground up.
In either case, my role is to ensure you feel capable, grounded, and effective in your approach.
My Supervisory Framework
My background as a Psychodynamic and Humanistic integrative therapist, combined with my specialism in GSRD, informs how I approach our work.
To give our sessions structure, I often use the Seven-Eyed Model.
It’s a straightforward framework that makes sure we consider as much as possible - we’ll talk about your client, of course, but just as importantly, we’ll talk about what their story brings up in you.
Practical Details
I offer supervision for both trainee and qualified practitioners.
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Format: All sessions are held online.
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Frequency: Fortnightly or monthly sessions.
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Fees: £70/hour (increasing to £80/hour from 1 August 2025)
Is This the Right Fit?
Finding the right supervisor is a deeply personal choice.
My style is engaged, curious, and challenging. Do you think that could suit your way of working?
If so, why not book a free, 25-minute introductory call. It’s a chance for us to speak honestly about what you’re looking for and to see if my approach is the right fit for you and your practice.
FAQ about Supervision
What Is Counselling Supervision?
Counselling supervision is a structured, relational process where a qualified supervisor mentors a practitioner to ensure safe, ethical and effective client work through reflection, feedback and professional guidance.
How Much Supervision Is Recommended?
Most professional bodies require at least 1.5 hours of supervision per calendar month, regardless of caseload. Certain professional bodies will stipulate that trainees must have one hour of supervision for every six hours of client work.
Is Supervision Confidential?
Yes. Supervision discussions uphold client confidentiality through a formal supervisee–supervisor contract. Breaches occur only under exceptional legal or safety obligations, such as imminent risk of harm.
How Does Supervision Differ from Therapy?
Supervision focuses on the supervisee’s professional practice, case management, ethical boundaries and skill development. Unlike therapy, it is not intended for personal emotional processing, though brief supportive responses may occur if supervisee well-being is affected.
What Are the Core Functions of Supervision?
Supervision serves three main functions:
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Normative: Ensuring compliance with professional standards and ethical frameworks.
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Formative: Developing practitioner skills and theoretical understanding.
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Restorative: Supporting practitioner well-being and resilience to prevent burnout
Do Supervisors Need Supervision?
Absolutely. Supervisors must engage in their own regular professional supervision to model best practice, maintain competence and manage the complexity of supervisory roles.
How Do I Choose an Appropriate Supervisor?
Select a supervisor whose training, theoretical orientation and experience align with your development needs. Verify their competence through professional directories (e.g., BACP, UKCP), peer recommendations and formal supervision contracts before commencing.
Why Is Supervision Essential?
Regular supervision is an ethical responsibility that protects clients, supports reflective practice, sustains practitioner resilience and upholds professional standards throughout a counsellor’s career.