Supervision details
My philosophy and approach to Supervision
- I am grounded in humanistic and relational values — authenticity, dignity, fairness, and mutual respect — while maintaining a systemic awareness of the wider socio-political narratives that shape the therapeutic and supervisory encounter.
- My philosophy of supervision is founded upon relationship, authenticity, and fairness. At the heart of supervision lies the relational field between supervisor and supervisee: a co-created, intersubjective space in which both can bring their full selves into the work. Supervision, for me, is not about direction or instruction , but about shared inquiry, curiosity, and the emergence of new understanding through dialogue. I invite supervisees to be fully in their own boots, grounded, authentic, and present. I strive to foster an I’m OK, You’re OK relationship fostered by Eric Berne the founder of Transactional Analysis. This is where supervisees can show up as they are: vulnerable, uncertain, confident, questioning, all parts are welcome here. From this position, supervision becomes a living relationship rather than a performative one, a space where integrity and congruence are valued above perfection.
- Supervision takes place within a triangle: supervisor, supervisee, and client — but also within wider systems that shape and constrain each of these relationships. I hold a firm awareness of the multiple contracts in play — clinical, organisational, ethical, and relational — attending to the interplay between these and their implications for practice.
- The intersubjective field is central: supervision is what we are creating together, not what one person imparts to another. I aim to tolerate uncertainty and hold the liminality of the supervisory space — a threshold where new ideas, identities, and understandings can emerge.
- My supervision practice emphasises intersectionality, recognising the multiple social, cultural, and racial identities present within supervisory systems. Supervision is framed as an act of care, with explicit attention to supervisee wellbeing, ethical responsibility, and self‑care.
- I embrace a relational approach that fosters authenticity in supervisees and promotes their professional growth and development, all while maintaining a strong focus on the client.
In addition to my supervisory practice I have practised as supervisor previously through my role as a Social Work manager. While my core psychotherapy qualification is in Transactional Analysis, I adapt an integrative approach to supervision and am qualified and open to working with counsellors and therapists with various approaches and modalities.
I offer supervision for those working with individual clients and also those working with couples.
Safeguarding:
I have extensive knowledge and expertise in safeguarding from my social work experience at senior level in local authorities and can offer external supervision for those seeking advice and guidance in this area (either in a therapeutic or non therapeutic role).
Working Days: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Face to Face: I see supervisees on Monday's and Tuesday's (Daytime) in my office in Chorlton, Manchester.
Online Supervision: Supervision can take place online on Mondays and Tuesday's (Daytime) and Wednesday mornings and evening's online via zoom platform.
Fees:
I charge £65 for one hour of supervision and £95 for 1. 5 hours.
Want to know more? Why not reach out to book an introductory chat online via zoom or by phone (20 mins) to see if we are a good fit. Email: alanlynampsychotherapy@gmail.com.
Qualifications/Experience.
Masters in Social Work, Certified Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist (CTA, P) accredited with UKCP. Certified Imago Relationship Couples Therapist. Diploma in Clinical Supervision.
12 years experience as a counsellor/therapist and 8 years working with couples.
16 years safeguarding experience.
Delivered safeguarding training to multi agency professionals and counsellors/psychotherapists.
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
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UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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