This book provides up-to-date in-depth coverage of psychotherapy supervision. Experienced psychotherapy supervisors and leading researchers/clinicians explore the theoretical underpinnings of supervision, examine the research on variables influencing the success of supervision, and offer clinical guidelines on effective supervision practices. The book examines the following key areas: historical, methodological, and conceptual foundations; theories and models of supervision; approaches to teaching psychotherapy skills; specialized forms and modes of supervision; researching psychotherapy supervision; and professional, ethical, and legal issues.

Watkins, C. Edward, Jr., PhD (Univ of North Texas)The contributors represent the specialties of psychology, psychiatry, family studies, and therapy. Most are from universities and research institutes in the U.S. and Canada. Institutions prominently represented include Univ of Massachusetts, Univ of Wisconsin, and Univ of Ottawa.

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