365 - When Is It the Right Time to Train as a Supervisor?

About this episode

The episode discusses the right timing for training as a supervisor and explores creative supervision techniques while addressing trainee counsellor communication.

In Episode 365 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we ask: when is it the right time to train as a supervisor? Rory and Ken, joined by Paul Cullen, explore motivations, timing, and expectations for moving into this advanced professional role. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks with Sally-Anne Armitage, who returns to share creative supervision techniques that can enrich both supervisory and client practice. And finally in 'Student Services', Rory and Ken respond to a common concern from placement practitioners - how to talk to clients about being a trainee counsellor while maintaining confidence and clarity.

People in this episode

Hosts: Rory Lees-Oakes, Ken Kelly

Guests: Paul Cullen, Sally-Anne Armitage

Topics covered

• Ethical Practice
• Supervision Training
• Creative Supervision Techniques
• Client Communication
• Trainee Counsellor

Keywords

• supervisor training
• ethical practice
• creative supervision
• client communication
• counselling

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