Professional supervision for occupational therapists

Develop your career and meet your OT competency standards via individual or group professional supervision. Our approach goes beyond just case reviews. We dive deeper so you can grow both personally and professionally, helping you embody OT principles and philosophies in all aspects of your life.

Do you want to find more enjoyment in your OT role, feel more fulfilled professionally and embody excellence in your practice?

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Professional supervision can help you:

Meet your professional requirements under the Australian Occupational Therapy Competency Standards.

Keep up to date with current evidence-based OT practices.

Sustainably meet your billable targets with minimal impact on your wellbeing, while focusing on therapeutic excellence.

Develop intentional therapeutic ‘use of self’ practices to optimise meaningful and transformational connection with your clients.

Discover how to apply OT principles and practices in your own life, increasing professional excellence and fulfilment as an occupational therapist.

Actively engage in the ongoing development of your clinical identity and the refinement of your clinical style.

Extend your clinical support network and develop the skills required to transition into leadership roles or private practice.

 

Professional development for every stage of your OT career

We supervise clinicians providing occupational therapy for people of all abilities, across the lifespan (paediatrics to adults). Whether you have recently graduated, are employed by an external organisation, are starting your own private practice, or work for yourself — we can assist. Our professional supervision sessions are held via Zoom for OTs throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Tailored professional supervision for OTs and leaders

  • For Occupational Therapists

    Professional supervision can help you feel more supported in your role, while also developing coping skills, acquiring and competently applying clinical knowledge, and accessing a platform for clinical debriefing.

  • For sole practitioners and small business owners

    When working for yourself or starting your own private practice, internal professional supervision is often unavailable. Accessing external sessions with our suitably skilled supervisors will ensure you can continue to meet required Australian occupational therapy competency standards.

  • For large clinics and OT employers

    Research shows that offering your employees external professional supervision has a positive impact on staff retention, job satisfaction and quality of life. It also reduces burnout and absenteeism, and positions you as an employer of choice.

A human-centred approach to professional supervision

Our approach is influenced by our experience that people feel integrated, fulfilled and whole when what they do meets their needs for being, becoming and belonging (as defined in the Model of Occupational Wholeness).

Professional supervision at Be You therefore aims to nurture occupational therapists in your being, becoming, belonging and doing.

Being

Being incorporates self-awareness, reflective capacity and identity. We create a sanctum in supervision for occupational therapists to safely explore your identity, values, beliefs, strengths, skills, areas for exploration and growth, passions and desires.

Becoming

Becoming refers to ongoing development, clinical competency and the cultivation of self. We support occupational therapists to identify and pursue your clinical interests and learning priorities in a way that promotes fulfilment.

Belonging

Belonging emphasises the importance of feeling connected within the supervisory relationship, within the work environment and within the profession. We foster the occupational therapist's sense of belonging to promote your growth, connection and collaboration.

Doing

Doing refers to the application of knowledge and skill in clinical practice. We support occupational therapists to cultivate your clinical competency and the way you embody your role.

We’re skilled in supporting OTs working within private practice and the NDIS system.

We’re also experienced in and committed to supervising occupational therapists who experience Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), as well as with occupational therapists practising in emerging areas of practice.

 

We can supervise:

  • Paediatrics

  • Mental health

  • Adults

  • Disability 

  • Driver assessments and reports

  • Functional assessments and reports

  • Simple and complex home modifications

  • Cooking and life skills therapy programs

  • Wheelchair and scooter prescription 

  • Assistive technology prescription

 

Kind Words

  • "I left each session feeling supported and empowered."

    “Kimmy is an authentic, empathetic and goals-focused leader. Her professional supervision helped me greatly as an early-career therapist. Kimmy prompted me to critically reflect, stay true to my personal and professional values, and prioritise participant-focused and evidence-based practice. I left each supervision session feeling supported and empowered for the weeks ahead. Highly recommend Kimmy as a supervisor.”

    Aimee Ralph, Occupational Therapist, Melbourne, Victoria

  • "Allows you to truly reflect and process your clinical and leadership experiences."

    “The integrity and compassion with which Kimmy supports her humans is amazing. Kimmy provides professional supervision in such a warm and compassionate way, which allows you the safety to truly reflect and process your clinical and leadership experiences. Having her in my corner has not only allowed me to develop my knowledge and skills as an occupational therapist but also as a human. Thank you for providing supervision with a difference, Kimmy.”

    Tessa Lloyd, Director & Occupational Therapist, Our Mindful Youth, Melbourne, Victoria

  • "Highly recommended for any therapists, from new grad to highly experienced."

    “Discovering Be You OT has changed things for me in such a supportive way, even as a therapist with almost 10 years of experience. Professional supervision from the whole team, with differing areas of practice, allows such a holistic way of supporting therapists. You can talk with someone who understands your needs. Working with Be You has given me such a wholesome and therapist-centred unique experience in supervision. Highly recommended for any therapists, from new grad to highly experienced. You won't regret it!”

    Giarne Ashby, Director and Occupational Therapist, Ashby Therapy Services, Bundaberg, Queensland

  • "Kimmy's expertise and support have truly made a significant impact on our professional growth."

    “Kimmy’s dedication and guidance have been invaluable in helping our young team flourish and evolve into exceptional therapists. Kimmy's expertise and support have truly made a significant impact on our professional growth. Her ability to nurture and develop our skills while fostering a positive environment is commendable. Thanks to Kimmy and Be You Occupational Therapy, our team is on a remarkable journey towards becoming outstanding therapists.”

    Chris Hattingh, Acting Allied Health Centre Manager - Sydney Brain Train, Sydney, New South Wales

  • "A coaching style to help me deeply reflect on my work"

    “I would highly recommend Be You Occupational Therapy for clinical supervision. Kimmy has been my supervisor for 11 months, and in that time, I have learned so much from her and so much about myself. This has developed my clinical skills and changed the way I practise. I feel supported and empowered by her compassionate and empathetic approach. She uses a coaching style to help me deeply reflect on my work. I have become a better OT over this time, which has led to better outcomes for my clients.”

    — Jessica Scott, Director & Occupational Therapist, Able Me Occupational Therapy, Queensland

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How our professional supervision sessions work

Delivered online, across Australia & New Zealand

We offer individual supervision sessions as well as group sessions for up to six OTs. Sessions are held via Zoom and run for one hour, at a frequency of your choice. Supervisees can also connect with us between sessions to share your insights and wins, as well as quick clinical debriefs.

Structured & supervisee-driven

Our supervisors predominately draw on the Model of Occupational Wholeness to frame supervision, as well as referencing to the 4x4x4 Model of Supervision and Kolbs Experiential Learning Cycle. Our sessions are supervisee-driven and structured using online agendas, action plans and record templates.

Fully documented

Supervisees are expected to make detailed notes during or after their session, which are reviewed and signed by their supervisor as evidence for their continuing professional development log. We can also align professional supervision with internal staff development plans.

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Ready to explore professional supervision with Be You?

It’s important to choose a professional supervisor who best meets your needs and helps you feel safe. We encourage you to book a free 15-minute chat with us via Zoom or phone, to help inform your choice of supervisor. We can also help you choose the right session option for you.

 

Session options

Individual professional supervision

Learn one-on-one in this private professional supervision session with an experienced OT supervisor of your choice.

Session: 1 hour, online

Price: $220

Group professional supervision

Learn together with up to six clinicians in a group professional supervision session with an experienced OT supervisor of your choice.

Session: 1 hour, online

Price: $110

Individual supervision for multiple employees

Employers paying for more than three staff members to access 1:1 professional supervision with us are eligible for a discounted package of 10% off. Please contact us for more details.

Session: 1 hour per staff member, online

Price: $198/person (you save $22 per person)