Supervision Case Template – Feedback loop
This Supervision Feedback Loop is designed to be the "sister document" to the Case Presentation Template discussed in my previous blog. It allows you to provide structured, objective feedback that directly correlates to the Proficiency Levels also discussed in earlier supervision blog posts.
1. Proficiency Level Assessment
Based on today’s presentations and session reviews, where are we on the "Ladder of Independence"?
Level 5 (Very Good): Demonstrates independent, creative mastery.
Level 4 (Good): Strong initiative; ideas approved with minor refinement.
Level 3 (Satisfactory): Follows direction well; beginning to problem-solve.
Level 2 (Less than Sat.): Requires supervisor-initiated direction on technical skills.
Level 1 (Poor): Intensive guidance needed; awareness of need to change is present.
2. The "Mirror" - Observational Feedback
Strengths Observed: (e.g., "Your use of grounding during the client’s trigger was perfectly timed.")
Growth Edges: e.g., "I noticed therapist talking time was high today; let's work on 'The Power of the Pause'."
3. Theory & Technique Check-in
Clinical Rationale: Does the clinician understand the why behind their intervention? [ Yes / No / Developing ]
Trauma-Informed Lens: Are they effectively addressing the specific trauma type and cognitive level? [ Yes / No / Developing...