At Livewell, reflection is not something we only encourage, it’s something we try to live by.

Supervision is, at its heart, a reflective space. A place to pause, think, question, and make sense of the emotional and professional demands of working with others. But reflection shouldn’t stop at the supervision room door. It should also shape how services are offered, reviewed, and developed.

That’s why we’ve made the decision to invite supervisees to share feedback about their experience of supervision at Livewell.

Why ask now?

Those working in education, charities, and mental health roles are facing increasing pressure. Caseloads are heavier, roles are more complex, and emotional demands continue to grow. In this context, it feels especially important to ask:

• What is actually helpful in supervision?
• What supports practice most effectively?
• What do people want more of and what feels less useful?
• How can supervision better meet the realities of today’s work?

Rather than assuming we already know the answers, we believe it’s essential to ask the people directly involved.

Feedback as a form of reflection

The survey we’re introducing is not an evaluation of individuals, nor does it affect supervision in any way. It is an optional, anonymous opportunity for supervisees to reflect on what works for them and what they value.

In many ways, this mirrors the supervision process itself, taking time to notice, reflect and articulate experience.

By listening carefully to supervisee voices, we can:

• Ensure our supervision remains responsive and relevant
• Identify what supports wellbeing and ethical practice
• Shape how we offer supervision moving forward
• Share, ethically and sensitively, what supervision at Livewell offers

Supporting those who support others

Livewell provides supervision to educators, charity staff, and mental health professionals — people whose roles involve holding responsibility, complexity, and emotional impact.

We believe supervision should not be static. It should grow alongside the people who use it and reflect the realities of their working lives. Gathering feedback is one way we stay connected to that reality.

An ongoing conversation

Supervision works best when it is collaborative, relational, and open to change. This survey is one small part of a wider commitment to listening, learning, and evolving our practice.

If you are currently receiving supervision with Livewell, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. And if you are considering supervision, we hope this gives a sense of how seriously we take reflective practice and not just in theory, but in action. Get in touch to take part.