Workshop

Developing as a Clinical Supervisor in CFT

This is a 10 hour online workshop that will take place over 5 sessions between January and May with Dr Wendy Wood

January 14, 2027
Online
Days
£199

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About this workshop

Becoming a supervisor (or enhancing your current knowledge and skills) is a continuous journey of professional and personal development, in a similar way to the journey we undertake as therapists. Supervision entails a combination of knowledge and skills we use in our therapeutic work with clients along with knowledge and skills of supporting other practitioners to develop, which includes exploring the current evidence base of clinical supervision, the ethical and organisational influences that shape the supervisory relationship, and the varied methods in which supervision is provided. Central to the supervision process is how to create a compassion relationship and learning culture. For this we utilise concepts from different models but with special focus from attachment theory such as secure base and haven. Indeed helping supervisors understand how they guide their supervisees to develop secure base and haven as part of the therapeutic process is central to our course.

This series of workshops have been created to gradually build a framework of knowledge and skills, to support the continued development of supervisors – with a particular emphasis on how we can use the CFT model to inform how we supervise.

The sessions have been purposely designed to provide short two hours sessions each month, exploring different themes, with the opportunity to reflect, plan and practice between sessions before coming back together the following month to share and build on progress, in a supportive, compassionate environment.

Themes

Session 1

The evidence base for clinical supervision

Working on the why and how you want to (or need to) supervise

Applying safety science to the role of supervisor

Understanding how the learning environment impacts a number of psychophysiological that impact learning

Distinctions between safety and safeness I mean the dynamics of a secure base and safe haven

Session 2

Developing your supervisor identity around the themes of compassionate self identity

Working with who you are and who your supervisees may be

Session 3

Ethical issues and contracting for supervision

Session 4

Exploring different modes of supervision (1 to 1 and group etc)

Session 5

Revisiting supervision and roles of supervision within a compassion informed model of mind and the creation of learning environments context

What you'll learn

01

Understand the link between compassion and eating behaviour

02

Explore practical tools from the workbook

03

Apply strategies for sustainable change

04

Develop a kinder relationship with food

Who this workshop is for

Anyone interested in improving their relationship with food and body

Healthcare and wellbeing professionals

No prior experience required

"The Compassionate Mind Foundation has been doing world-leading work, pioneering the science of compassion."

Prof Lord Richard Layard
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Meet your instructor

Dr Ken Goss
Clinical Psychologist and Author
Dr. Ken Goss is a renowned clinical psychologist specializing in compassion-focused therapy, with extensive experience in helping individuals develop healthier relationships with food.
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January 14, 2027
Online
2.5 Hours
£199
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FAQs

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What if I am unable to attend?

If you find you are unable to attend this course, please email our admin team via hello@compassionatemind.co.uk as soon as possible. You will be given the option to transfer to another course (within 12 months). Refunds are available if cancellation occurs no less than one month before the start of the course, although we will consider exceptional circumstances.

Will I get a certificate of attendance?

All attendees will received a certificate upon completion of the course. This will be emailed to you, so please ensure that your details are correct on registration.

Our staff will take a register on each day of the workshop and any non-attendees will not receive a certificate. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please get in touch at hello@compassionatemind.co.uk

Can I attend this intermediate course if I've not previously attended an Introductory workshop?

Unfortunately, this workshop will not be suitable for those with no prior CFT training. The trainer will be teaching the workshop on the assumption that all attendees have a good understanding of the model and will not have time to go over this. We recommend first attending one of our Introduction to CFT workshops, which we run several times a year.

Is this supervision workshop going to be recorded?

No, as this is a supervision workshop and delegates will be discussing sensitive matters, this workshop will not be recorded. For that reason it is essential that delegates attend this workshop live. Any non-attendees will not receive a certificate.

Can I watch the recordings in my own time?

We understand that, due to time differences, it may not be possible for you to attend all of this training live with us. With that in mind, the workshop will be recorded, and you'll have access to the recordings for up to three months after the live broadcast to watch in your own time.

If you're unable to attend for the entire duration, please email hello@compassionatemind.co.uk to let us know, as non-attendees will not receive a certificate unless we are informed of your circumstances.

Will this workshop be recorded?

Yes, this workshop will be recorded on zoom. Once the workshop has finished all delegates will receive a follow-up email with the links to view these along with any extra resources. These will be available to view for around 3 months post-event. The recordings are edited, so will be made available roughly a week after the workshop has finished.

My employer will be paying for this course. Can you arrange for an invoice?

Yes, towards the bottom of the page under the 'prices' section you will find a link to download a booking form for this workshop. Please fill this in and email to finance@compassionatemind.co.uk

Do I need to be a therapist to attend this personal practice workshop?

No, this is for personal practice, and is open to all.

Still have questions?

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Developing as a Clinical Supervisor in CFT

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Level
Advanced
Price
£199
Dates
January 14, 2027
May 13, 2027
Developing as a Clinical Supervisor in CFT

Registration

This course is designed to support therapists working with Compassion Focused Therapy who are looking to develop their skills as a clinical supervisor, prior experience of CFT training and clinical practice is essential.

Handouts and any accompanying materials will be sent to you via email before the beginning of the workshop. If this is not possible, one of our admin team will be in touch.

Once you click the meeting link to join the meeting, you will be placed in a waiting room and a member of our admin team will add you to the workshop shortly before it begins. A team member will be available for any technical support (should it arise) throughout the day, and can be contacted by private message or via hello@compassionatemind.co.uk

This workshop will offer 10 hours towards your CPD, and you will receive a certificate of attendance shortly after the workshop via email. This workshop will be recorded, and a recording will be sent to all participants and will be available for up to three months after the live broadcast.

Timings

Each session will run from 08.00 – 10.00. All timings are according to GMT (other than the last two sessions which will be BST) (UK time zone).

This workshop will run on:

Session 1: 14th January 2027

Session 2: 11th February 2027

Session 3: 11th March 2027

Session 4: 15th April 2027

Session 5: 13th May 2027

Pricing

This workshop is offered at a flat rate £199.

To pay in installments, or for those who may struggle or be unable to afford this price, please contact finance@compassionatemind.co.uk

Becoming a supervisor (or enhancing your current knowledge and skills) is a continuous journey of professional and personal development, in a similar way to the journey we undertake as therapists. Supervision entails a combination of knowledge and skills we use in our therapeutic work with clients along with knowledge and skills of supporting other practitioners to develop, which includes exploring the current evidence base of clinical supervision, the ethical and organisational influences that shape the supervisory relationship, and the varied methods in which supervision is provided. Central to the supervision process is how to create a compassion relationship and learning culture. For this we utilise concepts from different models but with special focus from attachment theory such as secure base and haven. Indeed helping supervisors understand how they guide their supervisees to develop secure base and haven as part of the therapeutic process is central to our course.

This series of workshops have been created to gradually build a framework of knowledge and skills, to support the continued development of supervisors – with a particular emphasis on how we can use the CFT model to inform how we supervise.

The sessions have been purposely designed to provide short two hours sessions each month, exploring different themes, with the opportunity to reflect, plan and practice between sessions before coming back together the following month to share and build on progress, in a supportive, compassionate environment.

Themes

Session 1

The evidence base for clinical supervision

Working on the why and how you want to (or need to) supervise

Applying safety science to the role of supervisor

Understanding how the learning environment impacts a number of psychophysiological that impact learning

Distinctions between safety and safeness I mean the dynamics of a secure base and safe haven

Session 2

Developing your supervisor identity around the themes of compassionate self identity

Working with who you are and who your supervisees may be

Session 3

Ethical issues and contracting for supervision

Session 4

Exploring different modes of supervision (1 to 1 and group etc)

Session 5

Revisiting supervision and roles of supervision within a compassion informed model of mind and the creation of learning environments context

Location

Online via Zoom

Suggested Readings

Bell, T., Dixon, A. and Kolts, R. (2016) Developing a Compassionate Internal Supervisor: Compassion-Focused Therapy for Trainee Therapists. Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy, 24(3) 632–648.

Bennetta, A. and Singh, S.S.K. (2025) Reflections on using compassion-focused methods within staff supervision in the prison setting. The Journal of Forensic Practice

Falender, C.A. (2020) Ethics of Clinical Supervision: An International Lens. Psychology in Russia: State of the Art, 13(1), pp.42–53.

Falender, C.A., Shafranske, E.P. and Ofek, A. (2014) Competent clinical supervision: Emerging effective practices. Counselling Psychology Quarterly, 27(4), pp.393–408.

Heriot-Maitland, C. and Taylor, J. (2024) Developing a Compassion Focused Supervision Model for Senior Leaders in Education. OBM Integrative and Complementary Medicine, 09(02), pp.1–21.

Rothwell, C., Kehoe, A., Farook, S.F. and Illing, J. (2021) Enablers and Barriers to Effective Clinical Supervision in the Workplace: a Rapid Evidence Review. BMJ Open, 11(9), pp.1–10.

Shohet, R. and Shohet, J. (2020) In Love with Supervision: Creating Transformative Conversations. Monmouth, UK: PCCS Books Ltd.

Snowdon, D.A., Sargent, M., Williams, C.M., Maloney, S., Caspers, K. and Taylor, N.F. (2019) Effective Clinical Supervision of Allied Health professionals: a Mixed Methods Study. BMC Health Services Research, 20(1).

Bager‐Charleson, S. McBeath, A. and Challenor, J. (2023) The relational 3C model for research supervision for counsellors, psychotherapists and counselling psychologists. Counselling and Psychotherapy Research.

This course is for

Mental Healthcare Practitioners
Psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors, nurses, psychiatrists and other mental health professions; mental health practitioners that are looking for a new way to introduce compassion focused therapy into their practice.
Clinical Supervisors

Meet your instructor(s)

Dr Wendy Wood

Dr Wendy Wood

Programme Leader & Training Advisor

FAQs

My employer will be paying for this course. Can you arrange for an invoice?

Yes, towards the bottom of the page under the 'prices' section you will find a link to download a booking form for this workshop. Please fill this in and email to finance@compassionatemind.co.uk

What if I am unable to attend?

If you find you are unable to attend this course, please email our admin team via hello@compassionatemind.co.uk as soon as possible. You will be given the option to transfer to another course (within 12 months). Refunds are available if cancellation occurs no less than one month before the start of the course, although we will consider exceptional circumstances.

When will I receive the login details?

All delegates signed up to the workshop will recieve joining links and instructions when they sign up for the event via Eventbrite. Any additional handouts will be sent to you as soon as they are recieved from the speaker. If you do not recieve a welcome email when you book, or have other queries, please email hello@compassionatemind.co.uk.

Will I get a certificate of attendance?

All attendees will received a certificate upon completion of the course. This will be emailed to you, so please ensure that your details are correct on registration.

Our staff will take a register on each day of the workshop and any non-attendees will not receive a certificate. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please get in touch at hello@compassionatemind.co.uk

Prices

If you wish to book via invoice, please click here to download our workshop booking form.

Terms and conditions


All places booked for our event, must be paid for prior to attending the event unless pre-agreed with management. Please note that we cannot confirm your place until we have received payment.

Should you be unable to attend the event, please contact our admin team as soon as possible via hello@compassionatemind.co.uk. Refunds, less the Eventbrite administration fee, will be made if cancellations are received in writing up to one month before the event. Any cancellations received after this time will not be eligible for a refund, although we will consider exceptional circumstances.  While refunds for failure to attend cannot be made, you can transfer your event fee to a future event that will take place within 12 months of your booking without an additional penalty.

Please note that information about the event and venue are subject to change and cancellation. Occasionally, an event may have to be cancelled or postponed.  We will endeavour to inform you of any changes and cancellations as soon as possible via email. We cannot take responsibility for any resulting costs you may incur for travel, accommodation, any other related goods or service or other compensation should an event cancellation occur.

For all face-to-face events, lunch provided at the event will be vegetarian and will include eggs, but no meat or fish (though vegan options will also be made available). However, please advise us of any dietary requirements in the notes section whilst booking online and we will do our best to accommodate your request.