A comparative study of a personal and relational insight supervision model (prism) vs supervision as usual for relationship difficulties

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a structured clinical supervision program designed to enhance therapists' understanding of their own relational experiences and their potential impact on the therapeutic process. The study included 30 therapists who were assigned to either the intervention group or a control group, taking into consideration their demographics and experience levels to ensure balanced groups. Pre- and post-intervention assessments measured self-awareness, reflexivity, therapist self-efficacy, and perceived effectiveness in working with clients presenting relationship difficulties. Clients' satisfaction with therapy and therapeutic alliance were also assessed. Results indicated significant improvements in self-awareness, reflexivity, therapist self-efficacy, and perceived effectiveness among therapists in the experimental group, as well as significant improvements in client outcomes (client satisfaction and therapeutic alliance).