Program Overview

• Müddət: 16 weeks (September to January) or Flexible Personal Supervision Sessions
• Tezlik:: 2 sessions per week, 50 minutes each
• Format: Group (5 people) or individual supervision sessions
• Mode: Online or in-person
• Group Fee: 35 AZN per person per session (5 participants)
• Individual Fee: 50 AZN per person per session
• Outcome: Certificate of Attendance or Reference Letter upon completion
• Interactive Components: Role-playing, case discussions, reflective practice
• Contactless Hours: Assigned readings, research, and reflection exercises

Weekly Study Content and Structure

1. Weeks 1-2: Foundations of Therapy and Supervision
   • Session 1: Overview of therapeutic roles and ethics
   • Session 2: Introduction to different therapy modalities
   • Activity: Role-playing exercise to practice building rapport with clients
2. Weeks 3-4: Basic Therapeutic Skills
   • Session 1: Active listening, empathy, and questioning techniques
   • Session 2: Practicing basic skills through role-play and feedback
3. Weeks 5-6: Case Conceptualization and Assessment
   • Session 1: Understanding case formulation and treatment planning
   • Session 2: Practical exercises on creating treatment plans
4. Weeks 7-8: Introduction to Therapeutic Interventions
   • Session 1: Overview of CBT, DBT, and other therapeutic approaches
   • Session 2: Role-play scenarios focusing on these interventions
5. Weeks 9-10: Managing Challenging Situations in Therapy
   • Session 1: Techniques for managing difficult client behaviors
   • Session 2: Crisis intervention strategies and safety planning
6. Weeks 11-12: Culture and Therapy
   • Session 1: Understanding the impact of culture on therapy (cultural beliefs, family dynamics, societal norms)
   • Session 2: Adapting therapeutic techniques to suit culturally diverse clients
   • Activity: Discussion on personal biases, role-play scenarios with culturally diverse clients to practice adapted techniques
7. Weeks 13-14: Dedicated Practice Week
   • Session 1: Full session dedicated to role-playing different scenarios; participants take turns as both therapist and client
   • Session 2: Continued practice with immediate feedback from peers and supervisor, focusing on refining techniques and approaches
8. Weeks 15-16: Self-Care, Professional Growth, and Integration
   • Session 1: Identifying signs of burnout and self-care practices
   • Session 2: Reflective practice, peer feedback, and supervisee-led sessions
   • Final Assessments: Review of progress, integration of key concepts

Additional Features

• Reference Letters:
  • Over the course of 2 years, participants can receive up to 4 reference letters based on their performance and contributions during the supervision program.
• Questions and Support:
  • Participants are encouraged to ask questions outside of class, both during and after the supervision sessions.
  • Guidelines for Questions:
    • Tezlik:: Up to 3 questions per week via email or designated platform.
    • Response Time: Answers to questions will be provided within 48 hours.

Contactless Hours

• Readings: Weekly readings on therapeutic modalities, cultural competence, ethics, and case studies.
• Reflection Exercises: Regular reflective journals or essays on learned topics.
• Research Assignments: Presentations or papers on specific interventions, cultural adaptation, or case studies.
• Peer Discussions: Online discussion groups or forums to share experiences and insights.

Certification and Evaluation

• Certificates of Attendance or Reference Letters will be provided upon completion, based on attendance and participation.
• Evaluation: Continuous feedback from supervisor and peers, final assessments to review progress and integration of skills.

Additional Notes

• Participants will have multiple opportunities to both give and receive therapy through role-playing.
• The program aims to create a supportive learning environment conducive to professional growth and practical skill development.