Site Supervision of Professional School Counselors-in-Training: A Practitioner's Conceptualization (original) (raw)

This paper explores the systematic approach to the supervision of school counselors-in-training (SCIT), emphasizing the importance of effective supervision in shaping professional identity and service quality in school counseling. It defines supervision as a critical process that balances professional development and client welfare, highlighting key competencies required for effective supervision, the unique challenges site supervisors face, and the influence of various contextual factors on supervisory methods. The findings underscore the need for supervisors to continuously assess their own practices and preferences to enhance the educational experiences of SCIT.