Clinical Supervision
At
Pursue You Psychotherapy, Nicole Presutti, MA, RP, provides dedicated clinical supervision to Registered Psychotherapists and RP (Qualifying) candidates who are looking to fulfill their CRPO (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario) requirements. Whether you are new to the field or looking to sharpen and expand your clinical skills, my goal is to provide a supportive, enriching, and growth-oriented environment.
What to Expect from Clinical Supervision
Supervision with Nicole is collaborative and tailored to your professional goals. Nicole takes an approach rooted in reflective practice, fostering self-awareness, and developing your unique clinical voice. Throughout your time together, she will help you navigate complex cases, manage therapeutic relationships, and apply theory to practice in a way that aligns with both your strengths and areas for development.
Nicole's Approach to Clinical Supervision
As a clinical supervisor, Nicole integrates multiple frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and person-centered approaches. She emphasizes practical skill-building and offers guidance in areas like case formulation, ethical decision-making, and professional development. Her approach is designed to be flexible and adaptive to meet the specific needs of each supervisee.
Common Traits of a Clinical Supervisor
Clinical supervisors in Ontario are expected to embody the following traits:
Experience and Expertise: Extensive clinical experience in working with diverse populations, therapeutic models, and presenting issues such as anxiety, stress, and relational challenges.
Ethical Leadership: A deep understanding of ethical and legal standards set by the CRPO, ensuring that supervisees practice within the boundaries of professional integrity.
Reflective Practice: Encouraging supervisees to engage in continuous self-reflection, helping them understand how their own biases, values, and emotions impact their work with clients.
Supportive and Challenging: Balancing guidance with constructive feedback, offering support while also challenging supervisees to expand their skills and think critically about their clinical choices.
Collaborative: Creating a space that fosters open dialogue, where supervisees feel comfortable exploring their uncertainties and discussing difficult cases.
Strength-Based: Helping supervisees recognize and build on their own strengths while identifying areas for further development.
Who Can Benefit from Clinical Supervision?
New Psychotherapists: Those looking to deepen their understanding of therapeutic techniques and develop greater confidence in their practice.
RP Qualifying Candidates: Individuals working towards fulfilling their CRPO requirements for full registration, seeking guidance on case management, ethics, and professional standards.
Established Therapists: Practitioners wanting to enhance their skills, explore new approaches, or work through specific challenges they face with certain clients or within their practice.
Nicole's Goal as Your Supervisor
Nicole aim's to empower you as a clinician, helping you grow professionally while ensuring the highest standard of care for your clients. Your sessions will provide you with the tools and confidence to meet the evolving demands of your role and the ability to adapt and thrive in a therapeutic environment.
If you're looking for clinical supervision that provides both support and challenge, reach out to learn more about how Nicole can help you navigate the next steps of your professional journey.
