ABOUT PSYBA APPROVED SUPERVISOR & PSYCHOLOGIST, EMILY BURTON

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Psychologist and Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) Approved Supervisor

Emily is a Board-Approved Supervisor in Psychology committed to providing a safe and supportive supervision environment that integrates competency-based assessment and reflective practice. She believes that effective supervision training for psychologists begins with establishing strong rapport, mutual respect, and trust. Emily fosters professional growth by emphasising genuineness, warmth, and empathy, ensuring that her supervisees feel supported in developing their clinical skills and confidence as practitioners.

AVAILABLE SERVICES

Psychologists with Board-Approved Supervisor (BAS) status have completed a structured Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor Training Program, equipping them with the expertise to supervise provisional psychologists undertaking the 4+2 and 5+1 internship pathways, as well as those in higher degree placements and the registrar program for Area of Practice Endorsement (AoPE).

As a Psychology Board-Approved Supervisor, Emily has undergone rigorous, AHPRA-endorsed training in competency-based assessment and evaluation, enabling her to provide high-quality supervision that supports the professional growth and clinical development of emerging psychologists.

SUPERVISOR APPROACH

As a Psychology Board-Approved Supervisor, Emily understands that supervision training for psychologists is a collaborative process, where the supervisee plays an active role in shaping their learning experience. She takes a personalised approach, considering each supervisee’s learning style and individual characteristics to strengthen both the supervisory alliance and the overall learning experience.

Recognising the profound impact of supervision on clinical competency, training satisfaction, and career progression, Emily is committed to fostering a supportive and structured supervision environment. She acknowledges that early career psychologists benefit from positive and encouraging supervision, which enhances job satisfaction, reduces burnout, and builds confidence. At the same time, she is mindful that negative supervisory experiences can hinder professional growth and contribute to stress.

Emily’s supervision approach blends psychological insight with practical business acumen, equipping supervisees with the tools needed to succeed in both clinical practice and entrepreneurial ventures. With her compassionate and reflective supervision style, she aims to create a space where supervisees feel valued, supported, and empowered in their professional development.

AREAS OF INTEREST

Emily offers group supervision and one-on-one supervision to:

– Provisional psychologists in accredited higher-degree programs or the 5+1 internship

– Registered psychologists including early career psychologists, who are developing their clinical skills.

– Allied health professionals such as social workers, counsellors, dietitians, and occupational therapists who are expanding their psychological knowledge.

Emily is particularly passionate about guiding those interested in private practice, helping them navigate the complexities of running their own businesses while maintaining high clinical standards.

Emily has supported provisional psychologists in achieving general registration through the 4+2 and 5+1 internship pathways. With her in-depth knowledge of these pathways, she ensures her supervisees are well-prepared for their registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, Australian Psychological Society registration, and career progression.

SUPERVISION STYLE

Emily adopts a personalised learning and facilitative supervision style, which is flexible and responsive to the supervisee’s needs. This reflective approach encourages supervisors to apply their own knowledge, fostering critical thinking and professional independence. However, she also recognises when a more structured approach is needed, particularly for early career psychologists and provisional psychologists who require direct instruction and foundational skill-building.

Emily takes time to identify each supervisor’s preferred learning style, ensuring the experience is engaging and tailored to their developmental needs. This personalised approach supports a positive supervision experience, reinforcing their confidence, competence, and professional identity.

OUR COMMITMENT

As a Board -Approved Supervisor in Psychology, and Armadale psychologist, Emily is committed to supporting the growth of emerging psychologists. She provides supervision training for psychologists that is both comprehensive and supportive, fostering confidence and professional development in a reflective learning environment.

With her compassionate and thoughtful approach, Emily aims to create a space where supervisees feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential in their professional journey. Her dedication to excellence in supervision training helps nurture the next generation of skilled, confident, and empathetic psychologists.

Emily, a Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor and experienced psychologist in Melbourne, offers structured and supportive supervision to help supervisees develop their clinical skills, professional confidence, and competence as a good psychologist in the field of psychology.