In: Psychology
Sally has been practicing as an individual counselor for several years and has just begun working as a group counselor. As a part of her training, she led a psychotherapy group of women who had been hospitalized for mental disorders. Because she was sensitive and well trained as an individual clinician, Sally did well with the group. Members seemed to like her and she felt confident in her abilities, as did her clinical supervisor. After a busy and difficult week, Sally decided to skip supervision, stating to a colleague, “I am sure both my supervisor and I can find better things to do this week.” What was wrong with what Sally did? What was right about it? What do you think would have been the best course of action for Sally to take in this situation? Why is supervision important for group workers?
Group supervision is a vital process which is part of the group counselling process . The decision taken by Sally was wrong as it can affect the interactions and relationships that have started building in the group .Sally should have continued the group supervision process as it aids many things . There are a number of reasons why supervision is important in group work .