Louisiana College Counseling Association



Practical Framework for Conducting Distance SupervisionPresenters: Michelle de la Paz, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT, NCC (Capella University, Counseling Department) and Sola M. Kippers, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT, CRC, CCTP (Capella University, Counseling Department)Distance supervision, a form of professional distance services is becoming increasingly utilized by counselors and other mental health professionals as a comprehensive method of preparing and assessing novice practitioners for the field. Presenters will impart knowledge about the history of distance of supervision under the umbrella of professional distance services. Participants will gain practical information regarding the development and termination of the supervisory experience using technology and various methods. The presentation will include considerations based on the guidelines set forth by the American Counseling Association and National Board of Certified Counselors.Participants will be able to:Gain knowledge of the history and terms related to professional distance services, including distance supervision.Discuss informed consent regarding expectations and potential hazards.Identify the framework to begin, conduct, and document supervision sessions.Trouble-shoot technology issues related to distance supervision.Highlight legal, ethical, and national policies noted in the ACA Code of Ethics and NBCC policy.Length: 1.5 hoursIntroductionHistory and Current Trends: Professional Distance Services, including Distance SupervisionTelemental health Distance education (on-line learning)Distance supervision (on-line learning)Key TermsDistance Professional ServicesCommon Methods for Provision of Distance Professional ServicesAsynchronousSynchronousIntroduction to Best Practices in Clinical SupervisionBorders (2010) Phases and Processes in Conducting Supervision Best Practices and Distance Supervision Conducting supervisionSupervisory relationshipDocumentationEthical considerationsSupervision format Supervisor and Supervisee preparationTechnology: Option and RequirementsEncryptionBandwidth and resolutionVideoconferencing softwareCamera and MicrophoneComputer SecurityPlan for a technology break downTechnology: Video ConferencingVideo resolution and bandwidthBusiness Association Agreement with videoconferencing providerVideo conferencing set upSpeed test for internet connectionVideo conferencing skillsBenefits and Drawbacks of E-SupervisionBenefitsLess travelIncreased interaction and accessibilityResearch studiesDrawbacksTechnology failuresLack of online experienceLack of non-verbal communicationRisks to confidentialityChallenges of Distance SupervisionInternet bandwidth and potential delayPlan activities in advanceConfidential and private environmentNBCC Standards for Professional ServicesQualificationsAdherence to legal regulationsCompliance of electronic meansEncryption Security for digital technologyRecords backup systemACA Code of EthicsSection F: Supervision, Training and TeachingF.4.a.F.2.c.F.1.cSection H: Distance Counseling, Technology, and Social MediaH4a-fLouisiana LPC Board§605. A2ai(c)HIPAAAccess Audit controls Integrity Person or entity authentication Transmission security Security management Assigned security managementInformation access management Security incident procedures Breach notification Report ................
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