Ms Dawn Wade
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor
Aurora Clinical Supervision
Engadine, Sydney NSW 2233
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
In my clinical supervision practice, I engage supervisees in the supervision process within a respectful, warm and safe environment. My vision is to help individual practitioners to recognize their unique value, strengths and life purpose, and pursue inspired lives. Being a psychotherapist or counsellor is hard work as well as personally rewarding and enriching. I aim to resource and support practitioners according to need, working to prevent 'Burnout' by promoting a healthy mind and body.
Background
I have over 40 years clinical supervision and counselling experience in a wide range of clinical fields. These include Corrective Services/ Legal System, Community Health, Rehabilitation Counselling, and Community Mental Health, For the past 26 years I have worked as a University Counsellor. I opened a private practice in 2003 and worked part-time until 2016. Since 2016 I have been in full-time private practice. Since 2022 I have been exclusively working as a Clinical Supervisor.
Services
I provide Clinical Supervision to practitioners looking for expert support and care navigating the complexities of current psychotherapeutic and mental health support work. A Clinical Social Worker and accredited mental health Social Worker, I have many years experience as a clinical supervisor. I have supervised practitioners from many different training backgrounds including Psychologists and ACAP qualified as well as Social Workers. I specialise in helping less experienced counsellors set up and maintain their own successful private practice. An area of speciality is assisting supervisees to avoid or manage compassion fatigue or 'burnout'.
Quality Provision
As a Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and member of the AASW I meet AASW requirements to undertake 30 plus hours p.a. Professional Development/ Further Education activities. I abide by the Code of Ethics of the AASW and have an excellent reputation in my profession and local community.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Bachelor of Social Work - 1979 - UNSW
- Masters of Social Work - 1987 - UNSW
- Workcover Approved - 2008 - Workcover NSW
- Acredited Mental Health Social Worker - 2010 - AASW Accredited
- Medicare Provider Number status - 2010 - Medicare
Modalities
ACT - Attachment Theory - CBT - Christian Counselling - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Holistic - Interpersonal - Marriage and Family - Mindfulness - Narrative Therapy - Person Centred - Psychodynamic - Schema Therapy - Solution Oriented - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I provide clinical supervision within an egalitarian, warm and supportive environment , growing strengths and helping practitioners develop their own style and type of counselling practice. Clients describe me as calm, compassionate, wise and insightful.
Professional Associations
- Australian Association of Social Workers
Practice Locations
Engadine NSW 2233
Online only.
Appointments
On-line or mobile appointments available during office hours, Monday to Thursday. Out of hours, subject to negotiation e.g. Saturdays.
Fees & Insurance
The fee for Clinical Supervision is $200.00 (no GST). Group supervision is pro rata e.g. 2 hours, 2 x $200.
Payment Options
I use a MYOB system, so payment is via EFT or credit cards.
Contact Dawn
Please contact me to make an appointment