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Therapist personal outcomes in Portland Model peer-group online supervision: a controlled pre–post study

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study explores therapists’ personal outcomes of the Portland Model (PM) approach to online peer group supervision. This approach is rooted in acceptance and commitment therapy, whose main features are being self-conducted and using experiential techniques. The study compared clinicians attending six PM sessions (N = 14) with a control group (N = 14) in terms of inclusion, self-compassion, burnout, well-being and mindful awareness. Furthermore, we used sociograms to explore the relationship network formed within the group. Results show that PM group supervision improves the sense of inclusion and mitigates some aspects of burnout. However, the approach didn't foster strong in-group relations.

Source: British Journal of Guidance and Counselling

DOI: 10.1080/03069885.2026.2643707

Authors: Luca Rizzi, Marcello Passarelli, Sandro Voi, Nicole Truzzi, Diego Rocco

Institutions: National Research Council, University of Hertfordshire, University of Padua

Language: English

Topic: Counseling Practices and Supervision

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7147148234

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