Clinical Supervision
From navigating the complexities of therapeutic practice to finding clarity and confidence.
Are you feeling stuck with a particularly challenging case? Are you seeking to deepen your understanding and enhance your therapeutic skills?
Perhaps you’re dealing with a case where there was a significant blow-up or a deep betrayal that has left you feeling uncertain about how to proceed. Maybe a client’s sudden emotional outburst or a severe breach of trust has created a complex dynamic that you’re finding hard to navigate. You may be grappling with ethical dilemmas, unsure of the best course of action to maintain professional integrity while supporting your client effectively.
You might also be facing difficulties in managing the emotional weight of your work, finding it hard to separate your professional responsibilities from your personal life. Balancing your own well-being while providing the best care for your clients can be incredibly challenging, leading to feelings of burnout or compassion fatigue.
Whatever challenges you’re facing in your practice, you’re beginning to notice their impact on every aspect of your professional and personal life:
- Your energy levels and enthusiasm for your work are dwindling.
- You’re feeling increasingly isolated, unsure of who to turn to for advice or support.
- The stress from work is spilling over into your personal life, affecting your relationships with family and friends.
- You’re having difficulty focusing during sessions, feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of your cases.
- Self-care activities you once enjoyed are now neglected as you struggle to find time for yourself.
The challenges and feelings of isolation you’re experiencing in your practice are not just surface-level issues; they stem from deeper conflicts within yourself and your professional interactions, impacting your ability to provide effective therapy and maintain your own well-being. Acknowledging these struggles is a crucial first step towards enhancing your therapeutic skills and improving your professional relationships. Supervision will empower you to overcome professional insecurities and ethical dilemmas, helping you find the clarity and confidence that are key to a successful and fulfilling career.
It may feel impossible now, but you can find clarity and confidence in your therapeutic practice. You can navigate complex cases with greater ease. You can maintain a healthy balance between your professional responsibilities and personal well-being. And I can help you get there.
What to expect in Clinical Supervision:
- Enhance Professional Skills: Provides opportunities to develop and refine therapeutic techniques and approaches.
- Case Consultation: Offers a space to discuss challenging cases and receive constructive feedback.
- Ethical Guidance: Helps navigate ethical dilemmas and complex situations with professional integrity.
- Emotional Support: Provides a supportive environment to process emotional responses and prevent burnout.
- Reflective Practice: Encourages self-reflection and personal growth, enhancing self-awareness and insight.
- Professional Development: Supports continuous learning and staying updated with best practices in the field.
- Confidence Building: Increases confidence in clinical decision-making and therapeutic interventions.
- Stress Management: Helps manage the emotional weight of therapeutic work and maintain personal well-being.
- Professional Collaboration: Reduces feelings of isolation by offering a collaborative and supportive space.
Ayesha Nhem
Clinical Counsellor PACFA #27727
Level 3 Counsellor & Supervisor ACA #16415
Hello! I’m Ayesha, a dedicated therapist and clinical supervisor based in Wollongong, Australia. Specialising in relationship, sex, and trauma therapy, I bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the complexities involved in therapeutic practice.
As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community with a South East Asian background, I am passionate about diversity and inclusivity in therapy. I strive to create a safe and supportive space for therapists from all walks of life. My supervision style is casual and approachable, aiming to foster a collaborative and nurturing environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.
I believe that supervision is a vital part of a therapist’s journey, offering a space to reflect, learn, and grow. My approach is tailored to meet your unique needs and circumstances, ensuring that each supervision session is meaningful and impactful. Whether you’re navigating complex cases, grappling with ethical dilemmas, or seeking to enhance your therapeutic skills, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Individual Supervision
Individual supervision offers a personalised approach tailored to your unique needs and challenges. In our one-on-one sessions, we will focus on:
Case Consultation: Discussing specific cases in depth, exploring different therapeutic approaches, and finding effective strategies for your clients.
Professional Development: Identifying areas for growth and enhancing your therapeutic skills through targeted feedback and guidance.
Ethical Guidance: Navigating ethical dilemmas with confidence and integrity, ensuring you provide the best care for your clients.
Emotional Support: Addressing the emotional impact of your work, helping you manage stress and prevent burnout.
Reflective Practice: Encouraging self-reflection to foster personal and professional growth, enhancing your self-awareness and clinical insight.
Individual supervision is ideal if you prefer a tailored, in-depth exploration of your practice, focusing on your specific experiences and goals.
The Becoming Space
Group Supervision for Early Career Practitioners
A soft place to land. A solid place to grow.
The Becoming Space is a closed supervision group for new graduate counsellors and therapists with an interest in trauma, relationships, LGBTQIA+ care, and neurodivergence.
Held monthly with a max of 6 members, this space offers consistent, connected reflection designed to honour your emerging voice as a practitioner — without performance pressure or clinical ego.
This space is for you if…
- You feel deeply, care big, and want a space that honours your pace
- You’re tired of supervision that feels performative or overly structured
- You’re figuring out who you are in the room — and want reflection, not just critique
- You’re navigating your first clients and holding a lot between sessions
- You want supervision that feels both clinically sound and human
Logistics:
When: First Friday of each month, 10AM–12PM AEST
Where: Online (Zoom)
Capacity: Limited to 6 participants
Commitment: 3-month minimum
Fast-Action Bonus:
The Reflective Practitioner Pack
Join this round and receive a bonus bundle of digital tools to support your growth between sessions, including:
Weekly reflection templates
Session debrief prompts
Gentle goal tracker
Month-end practitioner check-ins
Ready to apply?
Click here to fill out the group application.
Spots are reviewed on a rolling basis. If the group is full, you’ll be added to the waitlist for next round
Clinical Supervision is provided face to face in Wollongong and online Australia wide through zoom.
Let’s work together to nourish your professional development and support your journey as a therapist.
