Description

Clinical Supervision in a Forensic Setting: Evidence-Based Practice and Ethical Considerations

Speaker: Dr. Lauren Herbert

Date & Time: Thursday, December 4th, 11:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. CST

Location: Virtual over Zoom 

Cost: $99.00

Clinical supervision is a vital component of providing evidence-based and ethical practice, especially for mental health providers working in forensic environments where unique challenges frequently arise. This training will highlight the specific responsibilities associated with supervision in a forensic setting, including managing risk, navigating dual roles, maintaining ethical boundaries, and supporting supervisees who work with high-risk or justice-involved populations. 

Participants will explore evidence-based supervision models, trauma-informed approaches, and culturally responsive practices for supervising within forensic contexts. 

Through a combination of instruction, case examples, and interactive discussion, participants will: 

Gain an understanding of the supervisory role in forensic environments. 

Examine the legal and ethical complexities of supervision. 

Develop strategies for enhancing supervisee competence, clinical decision-making, and overall professional resilience. 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: 

Describe the role and purpose of clinical supervision within forensic settings. 

Identify at least three unique ethical challenges and responsibilities associated with supervision in forensic contexts. 

Recognize at least two supervision models suitable for working with high-risk populations. 

Describe strategies for addressing vicarious trauma and burnout. 

Apply strategies to enhance competence in those they supervise.