Supervision
Psychologist Registration
The journey to becoming a registered psychologist can be both exciting and challenging. However, the registration process can seem daunting, and you may not know where to start. That's where we come in! Present Tense Psychology offers a comprehensive understanding of the Psychology Board of Australia’s supervision guidelines, competency requirements, and associated documentation. We can assist you every step of the way.
Our mission is to provide high-quality supervision and training that is accessible, flexible, and affordable. Supervision is available online via Zoom, making it possible for provisional psychologists across Australia, including those in regional areas, to access our services. If you are not sure where to start, we can help!
Individual Supervision
Individual supervision is a crucial part of the internship. We place great importance on the supervisory relationship and ensure that the process is both supportive and collaborative. We focus not only on the development of skills and competencies but also on the personal qualities required to build strong therapeutic relationships and provide positive emotional experiences, which are essential when working with vulnerable populations.
Supervision provides an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification, and discuss challenges and successes that arise during your clinical work, and may at times include debriefing. By modelling a strong supervisory alliance, we offer an experiential approach to learning.
Provisional Psychologists completing the 4+2 and 5+1 pathways to registration require a Principal Supervisor and at least one Secondary Supervisor. The role of the Principal Supervisor is to guide and oversee the Provisional Psychologist’s clinical work, assess training needs and areas of competence, guide professional development, and provide ongoing and constructive feedback. The supervisor, in addition to the workplace supervisor, is also a primary point of contact for any clinical, ethical, or administrative concerns that may arise during the internship.
Throughout your internship, Mark will work closely with you to ensure you meet all the Board’s competency requirements and associated paperwork, including weekly logbooks, a reflective journal, progress reports, case studies and final exam preparation.