The Role of Clinical Supervision in Preventing Burnout in New Clinicians

Description: 

Clinical supervision plays a crucial role in preventing burnout among new clinicians by providing a supportive environment where they can reflect on their work, share experiences, and develop coping strategies. Supervision offers a safe space for clinicians to discuss their challenges and stressors, which can help alleviate feelings of isolation. Supervisors can also help new clinicians develop effective coping mechanisms and resilience-building strategies, which are essential for managing the emotional demands of clinical work. Constructive feedback and guidance from supervisors can help new clinicians improve their skills and confidence, reducing the likelihood of burnout. This presentation will cover these topics as well as how to facilitate a healthy work-life balance and tips to promote professional growth.

Objectives:

1. Workshop participants will complete a self-assessment of their current strengths and growth areas as a clinical supervisor.

2. Participants will better understand the factors that contribute to burnout for their supervisees.

3. Participants will learn practical tips and strategies to recognize burnout in the people they supervise, and in themselves as supervisors.

4. Workshop participants will leave with a renewed enthusiasm for supervision.

Trainer Bio:

Mark Wilde, LMFT, AAMFT Board Approved Supervisor

Mark Wilde is approved as a supervisor with both the MN Board of Marriage and Family Therapy and the MN Board of Behavioral Health. He is approved as a supervisor with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Mark has provided supervision in a variety of settings, including adolescent day treatment, in-home, and outpatient. Mark Wilde's last presentation on supervision was May, 2024 at Minnesota Association of Children’s Mental Health  Conference entitled: “Helping Supervisees Use Their Self in Their Clinical Work”.