Do I have to be a Social Worker or working in the child protection field to work with you? 

Not at all, I work with all different types of professions. You might consider working with me if you like my approach or want to develop in the area of child protection. While my background has been in the Social Work and child protection field I have many other skills including knowledge of vicarious trauma, how to support you to remain inspired in your career, clinical work and leadership.

How do I know if Supervision or Coaching is right for me? 

Supervision and coaching are similar yet different. Some things supervision will provide you are; clinical support with cases, reflective practice, supporting and preventing burnout and compassion fatigue, an ongoing regular professional relationship and guidance. 

Coaching will provide you with a series of sessions to help you achieve specific goals over a 3 month period. Coaching is right for you if you have some goals in mind (you don’t have to know exactly what they are!) that you are wanting to achieve and are looking for a Coach who can inspire you, challenge you and help you in your mindset to achieve your goals. Coaching also includes email support between sessions. 

Please see my individual services pages for more information or get in touch with me.

What locations do you work in?

I am based in Sydney, however offer all of my sessions online at the moment, so I can work with anyone anywhere! In fact I have now worked with Supervisee’s in most Australian States and Territories. Please be aware that all booking times are in Australian Eastern Standard Time.

What are your qualifications?

I have a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Otago, New Zealand and am registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers.

I have completed a number of different courses and training over my career, including:

• The Fundamentals of Clinical Supervision- Clinical Supervision Services

• Supervision and State of Being Level 2- Jane Wexler

• Professional Practice Supervision- University of Sydney

• Understanding and Responding to Vicarious Trauma- Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia

• Supervising and Management of Vicarious Trauma- Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia

• Child Protection: Children’s Rights in Theory and Practice- Havardx

• Circle of Security Facilitator training

• Tuning into Kids Facilitator training

• Incredible Years Facilitator training

This is just a selection of some of the trainings and courses I have completed. I am committed to continual professional development and regularly attend webinars, training and courses. I also receive my own professional supervision.

What hours do you work?

My hours vary, however generally I offer sessions in the day on Wednesdays, and then afternoon and evening sessions Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (Sydney time). Click on my booking page to see my available times and if I still don’t have a time that suits you please get in touch because I can be flexible.

What do you base your rates on?

The Australian Association of Social Workers currently recommends charging $195 for 1 hour of supervision. I charge $170 as I would like to encourage more practitioners to access Professional Supervision. Feel free to check out the AASW website for further information. I also offer a $100 if you purchase 6 sessions in advance.

What theories do you use in your work?

I use many theories in my approach but if I was to choose a few it would be person centred, psycho dynamic, systemic and strengths based. I also base my supervision sessions on a number of models including Gibbs Model of Reflection and Kolb’s learning style. If you would like a particular approach I am happy to work with you on this, so please let me know.

Can I claim my supervision sessions back on tax?

Yes, Professional Supervision is a work related expense. However I am not an accountant so you should check with your own accountant before making a claim.

My organisation will pay for the sessions, can you invoice them?

Yes of course, before your session we can discuss how the payment is arranged including any paper work your organisation might require (such as a supervision agreement, copy of my insurance etc.) Just let me know at the time of booking. 

What is your cancellation policy?

I ask that you give me 24 hours notice when cancelling an appointment otherwise I may need to charge you. Of course for illness or emergency I can be flexible. Please remember that I am a small business and so last minute cancellations means an impact on my income.

How regularly should I have supervision?

This answer varies depending on your individual situation, some workers may only need or wish to have supervision as a one off or when needed and others require regular supervision. Generally I recommend monthly supervision to get the full benefits of professional supervision. Please get in touch with me if you would like to discuss what is right for you.