Reflective Super-vision 

What is Super-vision?

Super-vision provides a dedicated and safe environment for coaches / other helping professional to engage in regular, in-depth reflection on their practices. This structured process fosters experiential learning and is essential for professional growth. Recognised as a crucial element in professional  development, super-vision enhances coaches’ / other helping professionals’ own resilience—often referred to as “bounce-back ability”—and supports ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Designed specifically for individuals who work with others, super-vision empowers coaches / other helping professionals to thoughtfully evaluate their experiences and refine their skills, ultimately leading to more effective coaching outcomes.

Supervision for Coaches and Helping Professionals 

Maeve Finch of Total Focus offers supervision services not only for coaches but also for other helping professionals. This process is designed to enhance performance and provide valuable insights into one’s practice.

The Super-vision Experience 

In supervision sessions, practitioners can expect:

  • A safe space for reflection

  • Opportunities for experiential learning

  • Maximized performance through guided introspection

To ensure the most beneficial experience for supervisees, Maeve employs various techniques, including the renowned 7-Eyed Supervision Model – see below.

Benefits of Supervision

Just as coaches / other helping professionals help maximize their clients’ performance and understanding of self, skilled supervisors like Maeve Finch of Total Focus assist practitioners in optimising their own professional capabilities. This process fosters continuous improvement and deeper insights into one’s practice. By engaging in supervision, helping professionals can enhance their skills, gain fresh perspectives, and ultimately provide better service to their clients.

Reframing Super-vision 

While the term “supervision” may evoke images of oversight and correction, it’s more helpful to consider it as two separate concepts:

  • Super: An overarching, helicopter view of your practice

  • Vision: Gaining alternative perspectives on your work

This reframing highlights the true essence of supervision as a reflective and growth-oriented process.