Clinical Consulting
& Supervision
Best suited for clinicians and teams seeking reflective consultation informed by psychoanalytic, CBT, and Gestalt methods.
25-minute exploratory conversation. No obligation.
We'll discuss your needs and whether there's a fit.
This is for you if...
- You're working with clients where standard approaches aren't enough
- You need supervision that addresses power, identity, and context—not just technique
- Ethical gray areas are showing up in your caseload
- You want consultation that's grounded in clinical rigor, not just values alignment
- You're questioning your approach and need a thinking partner
How it Works
Work can take place in:
Individual Sessions
Small Group Consultations
Team-Based Formats
Sessions are structured but flexible, depending on the material being brought forward. This may include:
- Reviewing specific cases
- Working through clinical assessments and diagnostic questions
- Using the DSM as a shared reference point, while also examining its limits
- Developing and revising case formulations
- Analyzing the therapeutic frame
- Exploring transference and countertransference
- Examining decision points and alternatives
The aim is to understand what is happening in the work at multiple levels, not just to generate interventions.
How this is different:
- Clinical reasoning rather than protocol
- Assessment and formulation as ongoing processes
- The DSM as a tool that is used critically, not ignored
- Attention to the therapeutic frame and relational dynamics
- Context, identity, and power as part of clinical understanding
This is not focused on applying a single model or technique. The work emphasizes:
These are treated as central to case consultation, not as peripheral considerations.
What You Can Expect
- A space to think through cases in detail
- Attention to both clinical and contextual factors
- Structured discussion without rigid frameworks
- Support with making and revisiting decisions
The goal is not certainty, but clarity that can guide action.
Practical Details
Sessions are typically held virtually. Frequency and format can be discussed depending on need, including one-time consultations or ongoing work.
For clinicians engaged in ongoing supervision or consultation, I may recommend or require use of specific tools and materials, including my Eclectic Therapist Toolkit, to support shared structure and continuity across sessions.
Fees and scheduling are discussed during the initial meeting.
Fit
This work tends to be most useful for clinicians who:
Are open to examining their own thinking and responses
Are working with situations that do not have clear answers
Want to deepen how they approach clinical decision-making
If the goal is strictly technique-based training or quick solutions, this may not be the right fit.
Publication: November 13, 2024 | Publisher: The Politicized Practitioner™
This guide serves as a practical, reflective resource, helping therapists to navigate the complex emotional landscapes we encounter and ensuring we stay grounded and effective in our work.
The Countertransference Supervision Companion Guide is an essential resource for therapists seeking to deepen their understanding of countertransference. Authored by Rahim Thawer, this guide systematically explores common emotional responses therapists may encounter, including feelings of helplessness, frustration, envy, and even attraction. Each chapter examines a distinct countertransference reaction, with examples and self-reflection questions to help therapists identify underlying dynamics and maintain therapeutic objectivity.
This guide emphasizes the importance of supervision in navigating countertransference, providing recalibration strategies that support therapists in handling challenging emotions and enhancing their therapeutic relationships. By addressing complex responses such as the “rescuer” impulse, cultural impasses, and the therapist’s own trauma history, The Countertransference Supervision Companion Guide serves as both a practical tool and a reflective companion.
For therapists, this book is more than just a guide—it's a pathway to personal growth and professional resilience, fostering a nuanced, compassionate approach to client work.
Who it’s for: Supervisors and reflective practice groups.
Related Reading
Get a head start with Countertransference & Reflexivity: A Supervision Companion Guide, which will help you make optimal use of supervision opportunities.