Clinical Supervision and counselling
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My experience
Previous to my current therapy career, I was a primary and early years teacher and leader for 16 years. In this time, I have worked in a variety of settings both in the UK and abroad. Including, Children Centres, Nurseries, Specialist Provision and Primary schools. I have worked both within the private, government funded systems and charity sectors. I have worked in OFSTED awarded ‘Outstanding’ schools and schools graded ‘needs improvement’.
I have worked with inspirational leaders and leaders who have struggled to lead. As a teacher and a leader myself, I worked within teams of cohesion and teams of separation.
I know the joys , demands and complexities of working in education
I understand the profession; the challenges; the frustrations; the exhaustion and what I believe to be an absolute joy and privilege; to witness and guide children, young people and their families through the most informative and precious years of their lives.
I understand and have worked first hand with complex early developmental trauma both as a teacher, a leader and now as a therapist.
Diversity, inclusion and equality is top of the agenda, yet the conversations are uncomfortable, often painful and working through this brings up feelings. I have worked in diverse communities and I know how challenging it is to create real inclusion.
“I've used Melanie Griffith's supervision service for over a year and cannot recommend her service enough. She is the consummate profe ssional and has helped me offload and discuss difficult safeguarding cases within my workplace. She is reliable, discreet and easy to talk to and able to offer sound advice and strategies that have helped me in my work and personal life. Since using her service I've found it's helped improve my work life balance.”
Daniel Goater, Assistant Head and Safeguarding Lead at Bedminster Down Secondary School, Bristol
1st July 2024
How I work in educational settings
I offer a range of packages and frequencies to suit the needs of the settings Including:
🌟 Individual supervision for teachers and leaders.
🌟 Group supervision for leaders/phase teams/year groups/inclusion teams.
🌟 Individual counselling as needed.
🌟 Supervision for conflict resolution.
The sessions are a confidential and a safe place for staff to share what needs to be worked through or supported.
Monthly or termly is recommended and can be more or less frequent depending on the settings needs at the time and this may change. For example, when a school is adjusting a significant change like a new headship or leadership reorganisation or an increase in new staff arriving and leaving.
My experience
I offer a range of packages and frequencies to suit the needs of the settings Including:
🌟 Individual supervision for teachers and leaders.
🌟 Group supervision for leaders/phase teams/year groups/inclusion teams.
🌟 Individual counselling as needed.
🌟 Supervision for conflict resolution.
The sessions are a confidential and a safe place for staff to share what needs to be worked through or supported.
Monthly or termly is recommended and can be more or less frequent depending on the settings needs at the time and this may change. For example, when a school is adjusting a significant change like a new headship or leadership reorganisation or an increase in new staff arriving and leaving.
“Transformational culture work is always relational. It’s not transactional. Real diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging work is not about a check list. It’s about relationships”.
- Aiko Bethea 2021
Hi, I'm Melanie...
I have 25 years’ experience working therapeutically to support individuals, families, mothers and babies
I work with a person-centred approach and draw on my lived experiences, including the many methods and tools I have to gathered over many years.
I aim to create the environment and conditions for my clients to fully relax and build trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who do you supervise?
I offer supervision for counsellors, therapists, trainee practitioners and professionals working therapeutically with children, young people and families.
What is your supervision approach?
My supervision is collaborative, reflective and supportive. I integrate clinical knowledge, creativity, theory and trauma-informed practice.
What is your supervision approach?
How often should supervision take place?
The frequency depends on your professional requirements, caseload and level of experience. We can discuss this during an initial conversation.
Can you supervise trainee therapists?
Yes. I welcome enquiries from trainees and newly qualified practitioners.
Is supervision only about clinical work?
No. Supervision also supports professional development, practitioner wellbeing, ethical practice and reflective growth.
Do you offer online supervision?
Yes. Supervision can be offered online as well as in person where appropriate.
Still have questions?
The best way to find out whether I am the right person to support you is to book a free discovery call. We can explore your needs, discuss how I work and decide together whether moving forward feels right for you.