LibGuides: DMFT-8951 v5: Lesson 9 Resources

Lesson 9 Resources

Code of Ethics
Code of ethics. (2015, January). American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. https://www.aamft.org/Legal_Ethics/Code_of_Ethics.aspx
A systemic approach to peer group supervision
Borders, L. D. (1991). A systematic approach to peer group supervision. Journal of Counseling & Development, 69(3), 248-252. https://doi.org/10.1002/j.1556-6676.1991.tb01497.x
The author of this article illustrates a structured, peer-group format for MFT supervision. Participants are encouraged to enhance conceptual knowledge and develop skills, while also increasing participation, feedback, and self-awareness.
Effects of a method of self-supervision for counselor trainees
Dennin, M. K., & Ellis, M. V. (2003). Effects of a method of self-supervision for counselor trainees. Journal of Counseling Psychology, 50(1), 69-83. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-0167.50.1.69
In this research, four trainees are randomly assigned to three conditions to assess self-regulation skills. Results include summaries of participants' use of empathy and metaphor.
Supervising self-supervision: Constructive inquiry and embedded narratives in case consultation
Lowe, R. (2000). Supervising self-supervision: Constructive inquiry and embedded narratives in case consultation. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 26(4), 511-521. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1752-0606.2000.tb00320.x
This article features constructive inquiry applied to a case for the purpose of self-supervision. The author describes how narrative factors impact clients and therapist identity.

Optional Resources

Marriage and Family Therapy by Linda Metcalf
ISBN: 9780826106810

This practical textbook helps students in marriage and family programmes, as well as practicing marriage and family therapists, understand and apply a variety of the most popular family therapy models. (Ch.18 pp 401-436 & Ch.20 pp 469-498). Chapter 18 covers supervision and Chapter 20 covers ethical issues.