Clinical Supervision for Therapists
EMDR, CBT and trauma-informed supervision for therapists working with complexity
I offer individual and group supervision for therapists seeking a reflective, supportive and clinically robust space to think about their work.
I am a Chartered Psychologist, EMDR Consultant and BABCP-accredited CBT Supervisor, with almost two decades of clinical experience across private practice, NHS, charitable, academic and forensic settings.
My supervision is particularly suited to therapists working with trauma, complex presentations, risk, dissociation, attachment wounds, shame, therapist blocks, emotional intensity and relational clinical work.
My Supervision Style
My style is warm, relational and reflective, while also offering clear clinical thinking and constructive feedback.
I see supervision as more than case discussion. It is a space to think about the client, the formulation, the therapeutic relationship, the therapist’s responses, ethical questions, risk, professional development and the wider context of the work.
I aim to create a supervision space that feels safe enough for honesty, thoughtful enough for depth, and robust enough to support good clinical practice.
I pay close attention to how the therapist is holding the work, not only what is happening in the case. This includes noticing confidence, stuckness, uncertainty, emotional impact, boundaries, professional identity and the therapist’s own internal responses.
Who I Work With
I provide supervision for trainee and qualified therapists, including:
- EMDR therapists
- CBT therapists
- counselling psychologists
- clinical psychologists
- psychological therapists
- counsellors and psychotherapists
- therapists in private practice
- therapists working in NHS, forensic, charitable and organisational settings
Supervisees often come to me because they want supervision that is compassionate, reflective and clinically clear.
Areas I Can Support With
Supervision may be helpful if you are looking for support with:
- EMDR case conceptualisation
- CBT-informed formulation and treatment planning
- complex trauma and PTSD
- dissociation and parts-informed practice
- attachment trauma and relational dynamics
- risk, shame and forensic complexity
- stuck processing or blocked clinical work
- therapist confidence and professional development
- therapy recordings and competency development
- accreditation preparation
- safeguarding and ethical dilemmas
- reflective practice and therapist wellbeing
I am particularly interested in supporting therapists to feel more anchored, attuned and clinically clear when working with trauma and complexity.
Individual Supervision
Individual supervision offers a focused space to reflect on your clinical work, develop your skills and think carefully about your professional development.
Sessions can be arranged online or in person, depending on availability and location. Supervision may be weekly, fortnightly, monthly or arranged on an ad hoc basis, depending on your needs.
Sessions are usually one hour or 90 minutes.
Individual supervision may include case discussion, formulation, treatment planning, therapy recordings, accreditation support, reflective practice and exploration of the therapist’s own responses to the work.
Group Supervision
I facilitate group supervision for qualified therapists.
Group supervision offers clinicians the opportunity to learn from one another, share clinical experiences, reduce professional isolation and develop confidence within a supportive and reflective environment.
Groups are collaborative, clinically focused and relationally grounded. They are particularly helpful for therapists who value both specialist supervision and peer learning.
EMDR Supervision
As an EMDR Consultant, I offer supervision for therapists using EMDR with a range of presentations, including PTSD, complex trauma, attachment trauma, dissociation, shame, stuck processing and relational difficulties.
I support therapists with EMDR case conceptualisation, readiness, stabilisation, pacing, blocked processing, interweaves, parts-informed thinking, therapist confidence and integration of EMDR within wider trauma-informed practice.
Where appropriate, supervision can also support therapists working towards EMDR accreditation.
CBT Supervision
As a BABCP-accredited CBT Supervisor, I offer CBT supervision for experienced therapists who are looking for a reflective and clinically thoughtful space to consider their work.
While CBT remains an important part of my clinical background, my current practice and supervisory style are more integrative, with EMDR as my preferred and primary modality. I often draw on CBT, EMDR, attachment-informed thinking, trauma-informed practice, parts-informed approaches and reflective practice to help therapists think about formulation, stuck points, therapist responses, risk, relational dynamics and clinical complexity.
CBT supervision with me may be particularly helpful for therapists who already have a solid foundation in CBT and are seeking supervision that goes beyond protocol adherence, offering space for deeper reflection, integration and professional development.
Where appropriate, I can support discussion of CBT formulation, treatment planning, therapy recordings and competency development. However, if you are looking for highly structured, protocol-led CBT supervision or intensive CTS-R preparation, another CBT supervisor whose current work is primarily CBT-focused may be a better fit.
Reflective Practice and Professional Support
Alongside clinical supervision, I provide reflective practice and professional support for mental health professionals, teams and organisations.
These sessions can be offered individually or in groups and may focus on:
- reflecting on clinical or professional practice
- managing the impact of complex or sensitive work
- developing strategies to manage workplace stress
- exploring responses to traumatic incidents
- understanding moral injury and professional strain
- strengthening best practice and team reflection
This work may be especially helpful for professionals or teams holding emotionally demanding roles.
Research and Academic Supervision
I also offer research and academic supervision for undergraduate, Masters and doctoral-level work.
I hold a PhD in Psychology and have particular experience in qualitative research methodologies, including Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, Thematic Analysis and Narrative Analysis.
Academic supervision can include support with research proposals, dissertations, qualitative methodology, analysis, structure and academic writing.
Testimonials
“Martha is versatile and flexible in her approach to supervision. She supervised me when I was a trainee and continues to do so now that I am a certified CBT therapist. Martha is passionate about psychotherapy and teaching. She offers great suggestions when I feel stuck with clients and makes supervision reflective, helping me find my own solutions.”
Patryk Z, Fully Accredited CBT Therapist
“Martha was the best supervisor for managing my anxieties without being judgmental. She always brings new ideas, and I am constantly learning. She ensures clients are treated as individuals and focuses on the therapeutic relationship. I highly recommend Martha as a supervisor.”
Anonymous, Qualified Nurse Therapist
“Martha has been integral to my development as a CBT therapist, providing honest and constructive feedback. She helped me understand protocols, strengthen my practice and develop collaborative plans to move forward.”
Holli McMenamin, CBT Therapist
“Martha is approachable, supportive and reliable. She assists me in case conceptualisation, treatment planning and professional development, offering both positive feedback and constructive criticism.”
Rae Thomson, CBT Therapist
“Her person-centred approach offers a skilful balance of support and challenge. I have learned strong clinical skills, and Martha’s supervision has greatly benefited my practice.”
Dr Samantha Richards, Chartered Psychologist
“Martha creates a safe space for supervision, where I can ask anything without fear of judgment. Her commitment to my personal development has been amazing.”
Rachel Banks, Qualified CBT Therapist
Supervision Enquiries
I offer a limited number of individual and group supervision spaces.
To enquire about supervision, please get in touch with details of your professional background, the type of supervision you are looking for, and whether you are interested in individual, group or ad hoc supervision.