When the Supervisor Needs a Supervisor: Navigating Challenges in the Supervision Dyad-View Presentation

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In this workshop, experts led a discussion on supervision in psychiatry, focusing on challenges faced and how these might be navigated. The session was facilitated by Donna Sudak, Amber Frank, Amy Mary, and Ann Ruble. There was emphasis on developing core supervisory skills, including training, case management, evaluation, gatekeeping, and role modeling. Various supervisory scenarios were analyzed, highlighting discrepancies in supervision techniques and addressing cultural, gender, and professional dynamics.<br /><br />Participants were encouraged to adopt a reflective approach, where both supervisors and supervisees gauge their development and address biases or preconceptions. Key suggestions included practicing cultural humility, implementing proactive conflict resolution strategies, and encouraging dialogue around supervision challenges.<br /><br />The session underlined the importance of structured supervision practices, advocating for training on the expectations and competencies required. Technology's role in supervision was also discussed, specifically through telesupervision and its challenges. Overall, it was asserted that successful supervision is based on clear expectations, mutual respect, constant reflection, and adaptability, contributing to improved trainee satisfaction and patient outcomes.

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psychiatry supervision

supervisory skills

cultural humility

conflict resolution

telesupervision

reflective approach

training competencies

patient outcomes