Supervision for professionals & AASW Accreditation Guidance
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With a background in child protection and child and youth mental health, my supervision is grounded in child development, family systems, trauma-informed care, and relational practice. I offer professional supervision to social workers, and extend this to allied professionals in the child, youth and family sector. Supervision with me is relational, grounded, and strengths-based — a space to reflect, grow, and feel supported in the important work you do.A key focus of my offerings is supporting social workers through the AASW Mental Health Accreditation process with ad hoc consultations for guidance or ongoing supervision to support skill development, and to map your accreditation journey early.
Having navigated this complex and pathway myself, I’m committed to helping others avoid the confusion, stress, and isolation. My approach balances practical guidance with the space to explore identity and purpose, whilst building confidence in clinical practice.Additional support and resources are available through my free Facebook group for social workers pursuing accreditation: bit.ly/relatewellamhsw. See the FAQ for details.
FAQ — Supervision
My approach is grounded in attachment, systemic, and developmental frameworks, alongside the practicality of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for supporting reflection, regulation, and values-based action. I also draw on relational models such as Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), which shape my focus on authentic connection, relational depth, and the use of self in both clinical work and supervision.I adopt a holistic and culturally responsive approach, supporting practitioners to explore the personal, clinical, and complex dimensions of their work. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) and Medicare provider, I also draw on a range of interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), parent training, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based strategies.This integrative and reflective orientation allows me to support professionals to deepen their insight and confidence while navigating the practical realities of complex clinical decision-making.
Yes — I offer draft reviews which are content-focused. It’s designed to help you overcome doubt by offering clear guidance on structure and creating a coherent, assessable submission. You’ll receive constructive suggestions to strengthen your reflections, identify gaps, and build confidence that your submission meets the expected standards.I don’t provide formal proof reading or rewrite your work — this ensures the content remains your own, in line with ethical guidelines.
Yes. Supervision with me counts towards your AASW CPD hours, including hours required for mental health accreditation.
Individual supervision sessions and AMHSW-focused consults are $200 per 60-minute session.
A pre-paid package of three sessions is available at $180 per session ($540 upfront). All sessions must be used within four months of purchase.AMHSW application draft reviews are billed at the standard rate of $200 per 60-minutes. In a 60-minute session, I can typically offer detailed feedback on 4–8 standards, depending on the depth required. Additional review is available if desired, billed at the same hourly rate.Group supervision: Not currently offered. Please check back in the future for updates.
If possible, supervision through your workplace is valuable, but many social workers choose independent supervision for additional support, confidentiality, or a fresh perspective.It’s not too early for early-career practitioners to start. Focusing on core clinical skills — such as formulation, treatment planning, clinical reasoning, risk assessment, differential diagnoses, and mental state examinations — builds confidence in practice and lays a foundation for future accreditation.I support social workers with the practice standards in mind, helping you strengthen key skills and language that will be relevant for accreditation. I also share insights from my own experience — highlighting the areas I wish I had focused on earlier — to make the process smoother. Thinking about accreditation early can help you stay focused and reduce stress later.
You’re welcome to join my free Facebook group — AMHSW Accreditation & Social Work Identity in Practice. — for those on the accrediation path. The group is designed to help you take proactive steps early, move past obstacles, reduce isolation, keep you motivated and connect with peers going through the process. Through weekly tips, reflection prompts, and insights, we focus on deep reflective practice to build skill, insight, and confidence in the social worker you’re becoming. If this resonates, please join here: bit.ly/relatewellamhsw
Supervision for Social Workers & Allied Professionals
Individual Superivsion/ AMHSW Consultation
RE: AASW Mental Health Accreditation
I deeply appreciate the valuable supervision I received early in my career. It made a profound difference during a steep learning curve, and I’m passionate about providing that same supportive space to others. This involves supporting others reflect, recharge, harness their strengths, and bridge gaps in clinical practice, so they can navigate challenges with greater ease and grow as confident mental health professionals.
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If you’re considering supervision and want to explore whether we’d be a good fit, let’s start with an initial chat. Feel free to call or if preferred, just email to book a time that suits you.
