Title: Creating the Space for Effective Clinical Supervision: Safe Space AND Brave Space
Date: August 6, 2026
Time: 9 am- 12:15 pm
Presenter: Gisele Ferretto, MSW, LCSW-C
Description: This engaging and interactive workshop is designed for behavioral health supervisors who are committed to fostering meaningful and ethically sound clinical supervision. Participants will explore the foundational purpose of clinical supervision and deepen their understanding of supervisory standards and responsibilities. Through discussion and reflection, the workshop will address the complex and often difficult topics that arise in behavioral health service delivery. A central focus will be on cultivating both Safe Space, where supervisees feel protected and supported, —and Brave Space, —where challenging conversations and growth can occur. Participants will leave with practical strategies to create supervisory environments that balance safety with courage, enabling authentic dialogue, professional development, and improved client outcomes.
Objectives: Participants will:
- Identify the core purpose and value of clinical supervision in social work practice.
- Identify and apply the standards and responsibilities for supervision as outlined in state Boards of Social Work, including COMAR 10.42.08.
- Recognize and navigate difficult topics that commonly arise in behavioral health service delivery.
- Define the concepts of Safe Space and Brave Space and describe their relevance to clinical supervision.
- Implement strategies to foster supervisory environments that support both psychological safety and courageous dialogue.
CEUs: 3 Cat 1 in Supervision