Shaping Supervisory Working Alliance From a Distance

Authors

Tawny Chamberlain, The University of IowaFollow
Carol Smith, The University of IowaFollow

Document Type

Article

Keywords

supervision, distance supervision, counselor education, working alliance

Subject Area

Clinical Supervision, Counselor Education

Abstract

As technology advances, more counselor education programs are implementing options for students to complete clinical experiences at a distance from campus which requires distant supervision. Although distance supervision has the benefit of flexibility, it also has challenges such as building rapport and establishing effective communication. Supervisors would benefit from understanding the influence of delivery method on supervisory working alliance in order to monitor supervisee growth and development.This article explores the influence of supervision delivery method on supervisory working alliance. Recommendations for future research and counselor education supervisory practice are provided.

Recommended Citation

Chamberlain, T., & Smith, C. (2018). Shaping Supervisory Working Alliance From a Distance. Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, 11(2). Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.sacredheart.edu/jcps/vol11/iss2/2