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Characterization of supervision in a Health Psychology teaching center

To deepen the knowledge about the training of psychologists in the field of Health Psychology, the goal of this study is to characterize the supervisor and supervisory experience in a training center in Health Psychology located in São Paulo. The instrument used was the Inventory Survey of Supervisory Activities (one version for supervisors and one for supervisees). A total of 21 supervisors and 21 supervisees participated in the study. Most supervisors were women with a broad experience and a specialization course and a Master's degree in Psychology. The analysis of the responses in the inventories indicated that the evaluation of the supervision process is positive for participants in the following aspects: empathy and attention to affective experience. learning and self-expression, understanding of difficulties and responsiveness to the needs of supervisees by their supervisors.

Professional education; Health psychology; Clinical supervision


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