Feedback is a core component of effective supervision. Thoughtful feedback supports learning, strengthens professional confidence, and encourages reflective practice. In reflective supervision, feedback should help practitioners explore their practice while maintaining psychological safety and respect.
Take some time to consider the questions below and anything else prompted by this module. Record your reflections in a private supervision journal or notebook. These reflections are for your own professional development and do not need to be submitted.
You may find it helpful to revisit these reflections as you develop your approach to supervision conversations.
Prompting Questions
Reflect on the role of feedback in supervision and professional learning.
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Why is balanced and reflective feedback important in supervision conversations? What happens if feedback is too critical or lacking support for growth?
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How can supervisors acknowledge strengths while also supporting professional growth?
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What challenges might arise when giving feedback to a practitioner after a difficult or emotionally demanding case?
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How might you structure a supervision conversation to ensure feedback remains supportive, respectful, and reflective?
How to Use This Reflection
If helpful, you may also use the Reflective Supervision Journal Entry Template provided in the resources for this course. Reflective Supervision Journal Entry Template.docx
The purpose of this activity is to support you in developing a thoughtful and reflective approach to providing feedback in supervision, particularly when supporting practitioners working in complex or emotionally demanding situations.