What is Embrace, Empower & Evolve?

Embrace, Empower & Evolve manages 5 data types including accountability partners.

What I Need from My Coach/Supervisor

Supervision Contract & Preference Worksheet

Structural Needs

Ideal Frequency

Weekly

Bi-weekly

Other

Ideal Session Length

30 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

Other

Preferred Format

Individual only

Group only

Combination of individual and group

In-person

Virtual/telehealth

Hybrid

Preferred Supervision Activities (Rank 1-5, 1 = most valuable)

Case presentation and discussion

Live observation (supervisor observing me)

Live supervision (supervisor in room or bug-in-ear)

Audio/video recording review

Co-therapy with supervisor

Role-playing and skill practice

Didactic teaching

Reading and discussing literature

Process notes or transcript review

Experiential exercises

Personal/professional development discussion

What I Need in Terms of Structure

Clear agenda for each session

Flexibility to address urgent issues

Advance preparation/homework

Written feedback in addition to verbal

Regular formal evaluations

Documentation of supervision hours

Goal progress reviews

Consistent schedule

Reminder system

Protected time without interruptions

Relational Needs

Safety and Trust

Non-judgmental approach

Confidentiality within appropriate limits

Permission to make mistakes

Validation of my experiences

Acknowledgment of what's hard

Psychological safety to be vulnerable

Predictability and consistency

Clear expectations

Direct communication

Honesty even when difficult

Support

Recognition of my strengths

Celebration of progress

Encouragement when struggling

Reassurance about competence

Normalization of challenges

Hope and optimism

Belief in my potential

Patience with my learning process

Understanding of my context

Empathy for my stress

Challenge

Constructive criticism

Pushing me beyond comfort zone

High expectations

Accountability

Questioning my assumptions

Highlighting blind spots

Encouraging risk-taking

Exploring my reactions and patterns

Addressing performance issues directly

Not letting me stay stuck

The Balance I Need Between Support and Challenge:

How I'll Let My Supervisor Know When the Balance is Off:

Teaching and Learning Needs

Theoretical/Conceptual

Explain theoretical frameworks clearly

Connect theory to practice

Recommend readings and resources

Discuss research and evidence base

Help me develop a theoretical orientation

Expose me to multiple approaches

Teach diagnostic formulation

Explain neurobiology/physiology

Discuss ethics and philosophy of care

Skill Development

Demonstrate techniques

Observe me and give feedback

Role-play with me

Break skills into manageable steps

Let me practice with feedback

Review session recordings together

Provide corrective feedback in real-time

Model self-reflection

Teach metacognitive skills

Help me generalize learning

Case Consultation

Help me conceptualize cases

Offer alternative perspectives

Suggest specific interventions

Anticipate potential issues

Process my reactions to clients

Identify patterns across cases

Connect cases to learning goals

Address ethical dilemmas

Explore cultural considerations

Support clinical decision-making

Professional Development

Guide career planning

Discuss professional identity

Teach professional skills (writing, presenting)

Model professional behavior

Connect me with resources/opportunities

Advocate for my development

Prepare me for licensure

Discuss job market realities

Share your professional journey

Mentor beyond clinical skills

Self-Awareness and Personal Growth

Explore countertransference

Discuss my triggers and reactions

Help me understand my patterns

Process difficult emotions

Address imposter syndrome

Work on professional confidence

Identify when personal therapy is needed

Support self-care

Discuss boundary challenges

Explore values and motivations

My Top 3 Learning Needs from Supervision:

Diversity and Cultural Considerations

Cultural Identity Exploration

Space to discuss my own cultural identity

Exploration of how my identity impacts my work

Understanding my privilege and blind spots

Processing experiences of discrimination/oppression

Connecting identity to therapeutic presence

Cultural Competence Development

Learning about specific populations

Addressing bias and assumptions

Developing cultural formulation skills

Understanding systemic oppression

Learning about health disparities

Adapting treatment culturally

Working with interpreters

Addressing microaggressions

Building cultural humility

If My Supervisor and I Have Different Identities

Areas where our identities differ:

What I need from my supervisor to navigate these differences:

How these differences might enrich my learning:

If My Supervisor and I Share Important Identities

Identities we share:

Benefits of this shared experience:

Potential blind spots to monitor:

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Core Learning

Learning & Development

Foundations & Core Content

Clinical & Team Topics

Team Hubs

Community & Network

Treatment Planning

Peer Support & Wellness

Resources & Growth

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What I Need from My Coach/Supervisor

If My Supervisor and I Have Different Identities

If My Supervisor and I Share Important Identities