Clinical Supervision in Latin America

Synopsis

The edited volume Clinical Supervision in Latin America: Voices from the Field is unique as it is the first to explore clinical supervision and professional formation in psychology from the perspective of twenty-eight scholars. It offers a groundbreaking exploration of clinical supervision from a distinctly Latin American perspective. It delves into the current state of clinical supervision Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the United States, providing an honest evaluation of each country's strengths, challenges, and unique processes, while highlighting bold initiatives that are driving progress in the field. The authors also cast an eye to the future, suggesting strategies for further growth and development across Latin America. Each chapter delves into the development of psychotherapists through training and supervision, focusing on essential elements such as university programs, ethical standards, professional regulatory bodies, and training models. The authors critically analyse these components through the lenses of culture and diversity, demonstrating how they influence training, address professional challenges, and inspire innovative solutions within their communities. The book also highlights various supervision formats, including individual and group sessions, face-to-face interactions, virtual platforms, and other remote technologies. The chapters offer valuable insights into the mechanisms that safeguard client well-being, opportunities for ongoing supervisor training, and the current state of supervision and research, both completed and underway. Different supervision models from various countries are explained, emphasizing their origins, the dynamics of the supervisory alliance, and the processes for repairing ruptures in these relationships. The quality of feedback and the resources that support supervision are tailored to each country's specific needs, ensuring cultural relevance while drawing on the expertise of the authors. Supervisors employ evaluation tools such as self-reports, verification scales, and direct observation to ensure comprehensive oversight. Contributors highlight the value and implications of challenging cultural norms by continuing to blaze a trail. The exploration leads to a look into the future and actions considered to further the growth and development of clinical supervision in Latin America.

Copyright:

2025

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Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9783031823732

Related ISBNs:

9783031823725

Publisher:

Springer Nature Switzerland

Date of Addition:

09/01/25

Copyrighted By:

The Editor

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Psychology

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Bookshare Staff

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This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Maria del Grazioso

Edited by:

Rodney K. Goodyear

Edited by:

Marria Isabel Gallardo-Cooper

Edited by:

Hector Fernandez-Alvarez

Edited by:

Carol A. Falender

Edited by:

Ana Alicia Cobar