LEAP Lab

Bailin, A., & Bearman, S. K. (2021). Coverage of EBT practices in routine clinical supervision for youth: How much overlap with the evidence base? The Clinical Supervisor, 40(1), 29–48. https://doi.org/10.1080/07325223.2020.1844107

Abstract

Clinical supervision is a common practice in youth mental health services; however, research that characterizes the extent to which routine supervision aligns with gold standard supervision described in research trials is largely unknown. Community supervisors and supervisees reported on 100 supervision sessions; a subset (n= 57) were analyzed using observational coding. Results indicated that coverage of evidence-based practice elements was brief and some elements were rarely discussed (e.g., exposure for anxiety). Participants also reported discussion of practice elements outside of research-supported protocols (e.g., therapeutic alliance). Findings highlight differences between supervision in controlled research and supervision in routine settings.