As a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), you understand the importance of ongoing professional development and support. The ACA requires all members to complete a minimum of 20 hours of clinical supervision annually – but this isn't just about ticking boxes. It's about growing as a practitioner, reflecting on your work, and ensuring you're providing the best possible care for your clients.
At Mindful Building Solutions, Davina Williams—CEO and Director of our boutique workplace rehabilitation service—offers clinical supervision tailored to ACA-registered counsellors. Services support your mandatory requirements and ongoing growth. Davina holds a Certificate of Attainment in Individual & Group Professional Clinical Supervision. She offers both individual supervision and monthly group supervision sessions. Group sessions run on the last Friday of each month, each focused on a topic of interest. With over 15 years of experience in employment, disability, rehabilitation, mental health, and training, Davina brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to the supervisory relationship.
Clinical supervision is far more than a professional requirement. It's a cornerstone of ethical practice and professional growth. In the demanding field of counselling, supervision provides essential support, guidance, and professional development opportunities that benefit both you and your clients.
The supervisory relationship creates a safe space where you can explore challenging cases, examine your therapeutic approach, and develop new skills. It's where you can process the emotional impact of your work, prevent burnout, and maintain the high standards expected of ACA members.
Davina understands that recovery and healing don't always follow a straight path. She knows the challenges that come with working in mental health, rehabilitation, and adjustment counselling. Her supervisory approach reflects this understanding, offering compassionate support while maintaining professional standards.
With extensive experience across employment, disability, rehabilitation, and mental health sectors, Davina brings unique insights to clinical supervision. She has worked with adults facing various challenges, from physical and psychological adjustment to injuries, to career transitions and workplace stress.
Her areas of special expertise include:
Workers' Compensation Injury Counselling – Understanding the complex emotional and practical challenges faced by clients recovering from workplace injuries through WorkCover and WorkSafe processes.
Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Adjustment – Supporting clients through the mental and emotional recovery process following car accidents, helping them navigate their 'new normal' with confidence.
Career Counselling and Vocational Assessment – Guiding individuals through professional transitions, job searches, and career planning.
This diverse background means Davina understands the complexities of different client populations and therapeutic approaches. She can provide supervision across various practice areas while maintaining focus on your specific professional development needs.
Davina's supervision style is supportive, confidential, and practical. She creates an environment where counsellors feel safe to explore their practice, discuss challenging cases, and develop their therapeutic skills. Each supervision session is tailored to your unique needs and professional development goals.
Case Discussion and Reflection – Explore your client work in depth, examining therapeutic approaches, interventions, and outcomes. Discuss challenging cases and develop strategies for complex situations.
Skill Development – Identify areas for professional growth and develop new therapeutic skills. Davina helps supervisees build confidence in their practice while expanding their therapeutic toolkit.
Ethical Guidance – Navigate ethical dilemmas and maintain professional boundaries. Discuss ACA Code of Ethics applications in real-world practice scenarios.
Self-Care and Burnout Prevention – Address the emotional impact of counselling work and develop sustainable self-care practices. Learn to recognize signs of burnout and implement protective strategies.
Professional Identity Development – Strengthen your identity as a counsellor and clarify your therapeutic approach. Explore your values, beliefs, and how they influence your practice.
Clinical supervision with Davina follows a structured yet flexible approach. Sessions can be arranged to suit your schedule and professional needs, whether you prefer regular ongoing supervision or intensive blocks to meet your annual requirements.
Each supervision relationship begins with a clear agreement outlining expectations, goals, and boundaries. This ensures both supervisor and supervisee understand their roles and responsibilities from the outset.
Davina maintains detailed records of supervision sessions to support your professional development and ACA membership requirements. She provides written documentation confirming completion of supervision hours as needed.
Given Davina's extensive background in rehabilitation and adjustment counselling, she offers specialized supervision in several key areas:
Injury Adjustment Counselling – For counsellors working with clients recovering from workplace injuries or motor vehicle accidents. Learn evidence-based approaches to adjustment counselling and understand the insurance systems clients navigate.
Vocational Rehabilitation – Develop skills in career counselling, vocational assessment, and return-to-work planning. Understand the intersection of mental health and employment capacity.
Trauma-Informed Practice – Integrate trauma-informed principles into your therapeutic work, particularly relevant for clients dealing with injury, illness, or workplace incidents.
Working with Insurance Systems – Navigate the complexities of working with WorkCover, CTP, and other insurance providers while maintaining therapeutic relationships.
Davina recognizes that counsellors at all career stages can benefit from supervision. Whether you're newly graduated or an experienced practitioner seeking fresh perspectives, supervision provides opportunities for growth and reflection.
Her approach emphasizes building professional confidence through:
The supervisory relationship itself becomes a model for therapeutic relationships, demonstrating the power of supportive, non-judgmental professional connections.
Clinical supervision with Davina directly supports your ACA membership requirements while providing meaningful professional development. Sessions are structured to ensure you receive credit toward your mandatory 20 annual hours while gaining practical skills and insights.
Documentation is provided to verify completion of supervision hours, supporting your ACA renewal process and professional development portfolio. Davina understands the administrative requirements and ensures all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and promptly.
If you're an ACA-registered counsellor seeking supportive, professional clinical supervision, Davina Williams at Mindful Building Solutions is ready to support your journey. Her extensive experience, compassionate approach, and commitment to professional excellence make her an ideal supervision partner.
Clinical supervision is an investment in your professional development and your clients' wellbeing. Don't wait until your renewal deadline approaches – start building a supervisory relationship that supports your growth throughout the year.
CONTACT MINDFUL BUILDING SOLUTIONS TODAY to discuss your clinical supervision needs. Davina offers flexible scheduling and personalized supervision approaches to meet your professional development goals.
Visit our bio and supervision services page to learn more about Davina's background and approach. Ready to get started? Contact us to arrange your initial supervision consultation.
Your professional growth matters. Your clients deserve your best work. Clinical supervision with Davina Williams helps ensure both.
