Supervision Smörgåsbord

In this solo episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson dives into the challenges of transitioning from therapist to supervisor, highlighting the pressure many feel to always have the right answers. She shares how wearing the "expert mask" can actually hinder supervisees’ growth and encourages supervisors to embrace curiosity and reflection instead. Dr. Tara Sanderson introduces a prac...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson welcomes back Jamie Watson, a licensed marriage and family therapist, for a deep dive into the world of clinical supervision. The conversation explores the unique requirements and philosophy behind AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy) supervision training, comparing it to other approaches and emphasizing the imp...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson welcomes Dr. Sami Pieknik, a licensed psychologist specializing in neurodivergent affirming care, to discuss neurodiversity in clinical supervision. The conversation explores the challenges neurodivergent students and clinicians face within a field often focused on pathology, emphasizing the importance of accommodations, flexibility, a...

In this episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson (Dr. Tara Sanderson) dives into the challenging but crucial role of gatekeeping in clinical supervision. The discussion highlights the uncomfortable responsibility supervisors have in upholding professional standards, especially when supervisees aren't meeting ethical or clinical expectations. Listeners are given practical advice: inst...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, host Dr. Tara Sanderson welcomes guest Taylor Kravitz, a queer femme, neurodivergent sex and relationship therapist and founder of Empowered Fulfillment Therapy in Portland, Oregon. Together, they dive into how to best support neurodivergent clinicians in supervision, focusing on dismantling neurotypical and ableist standards, accommodating individual ne...

In this episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson explores the concept of moral injury among supervisors in contrast to traditional burnout. She discusses the unique challenges supervisors face when forced to navigate systems that sometimes conflict with their clinical ethics, and introduces strategies for finding resilience amidst adversity—particularly through a practice called the...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, host Dr. Tara Sanderson sits down with guest Matthew Verrette, a registered social worker and psychotherapist from Ontario, Canada, whose work seamlessly blends structured cognitive behavioral therapy with the creative world of geek and gaming therapy. Together, they explore how tabletop role-playing games and other forms of media can be intentionally in...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson chats with Maria Laquerre Diego, a licensed marriage and family therapist known for weaving geek and pop culture into mental health supervision and practice. Together, they explore the power of embracing one's authentic, nerdy self as both a clinician and supervisor, highlighting the value of using pop culture references—like Disney, S...

In this episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson dives into the concept of parallel process in supervision. She explains how supervisors can unintentionally mirror the emotional dynamics between their supervisees and their clients, experiencing unexpected feelings like exhaustion or anger. By naming and addressing these emotions through a relational check-in—the episode's “signature...

In this Bonus episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, host Dr. Tara Sanderson sits down with Karen Neary, an integrative relational therapist, supervisor, and doctoral researcher, to dive into Karen's dissertation on cross-ethnoracial supervision among BIPOC supervisors and their supervisees. The conversation explores Karen’s professional journey, the lack of multicultural supervision research, an...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson sits down with Jeremy Sharp, a licensed psychologist and clinical director at the Colorado Center for Assessment and Counseling. Together, they dive into the intricacies of supervision in psychological assessment, touching on the differences between assessment and traditional therapy, the importance of staying current with testing prac...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord , Dr. Tara Sanderson kicks off season three with guest Erin Mahone, LPC from Pulse Wellness Cooperative. The conversation dives into topics such as the dilemma of reading books versus watching movies, the importance of ethical self-disclosure in clinical supervision, and the evolving role of supervision in mental health practice. Erin Mahone shares her ex...

In this solo episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson shares a personal story about falling into the "fix it trap" during a supervision session and explores the impact this has on supervisee growth. She discusses how over-functioning as a supervisor can create dependency, contribute to burnout, and reinforce the idea that therapists must always have the answer. Dr. Tara San...

In this episode of Supervision Smörgåsbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson welcomes Jamie Watson, a licensed marriage and family therapist, registered play therapist supervisor, and president of the Oregon Association for Play Therapy. The conversation dives into Jamie Watson's journey as a supervisor, her passion for systemic thinking in therapy, and the importance of play therapy when working with child...

Welcome back to Supervision Smorgasbord! We had a little hiatus while we figured out a few things and we are back with some incredible interviews and fantastic takeaways!

Join host Dr. Tara Sanderson in this episode of Supervision Smorgasboard as she sits down with Ruby Blow, a nationally recognized counselor, supervisor, and the founder of DevelopmentCounts. Ruby shares her wealth of experience supporting clinicians and supervisors through every stage of professional growth, from students stepping into the field to seasoned therapists pursuing advanced credentials...

In this episode, host Dr. Tara Sanderson chats with guest Ann Robinson to explore the benefits of supervision and consultation in mental health practice. They discuss the impact of physiological symptoms on mental health, the value of community support, and Ann Robinson's group supervision and therapy services. The conversation emphasizes the importance of open communication, feedback, and ong...

In this episode of Supervision Smorgasboard, Dr. Tara Sanderson and Khara discuss the importance of support and challenge in professional settings, as well as the need to document supervision sessions and track licensure documents. They also delve into the development of the electronic supervision record (ESR) and its potential impact on mental health professionals. Join them as they explore the s...

In this episode of "Supervision Smorgasboard," host Dr. Tara Sanderson and guest Erin Nghe engage in an insightful discussion about treating OCD and the importance of tailored supervision for mental health clinicians. Erin shares her unique journey from medical social work to specializing in OCD treatment, emphasizing the significance of addressing stigma and providing practical training...

In this episode of Supervision Smorgasboard, host Dr. Tara Sanderson engages in a thought-provoking discussion with guest Mary Tinnuci. Mary shares her extensive experience as a school social worker, the development of innovative programs such as Out for Equity and Poetry Lab, and the creation of the Virtual Conversation Cards platform for online support groups and therapy sessions. Together, they...

Welcome to the latest episode of Supervision Smorgasboard! In today's show, Dr. Tara Sanderson is joined by licensed clinical social worker Katie Maynard. Katie brings a wealth of experience advocating for better mental health care for people without children, drawing from her own journey of navigating infertility and choosing to be childless. The episode delves into the need for trauma-inform...

Welcome to another episode of Supervision Smorgasboard! In this episode, host Dr. Tara Sanderson engages in an in-depth conversation with licensed mental health therapist Jennifer Kennett, owner of Eastside Couples Therapy in Washington. With over 25 years of experience, Jennifer is also a doctoral candidate at Antioch University, advocating for reform in Washington's rules for supervising ass...

Welcome to Supervision Smorgasboard! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Leah Riddell, a licensed clinical mental health counselor, speaker, coach, and entrepreneur. Joining our host, Dr. Tara Sanderson, Leah shares her insights on managing student interns and the responsibilities of group practice owners in creating a supportive and inclusive environment. They delve into...

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