Jacqueline Van Oosterwijk

I have a brief waiting list for day time appointments and a slightly longer one for evening appointments.

My regular practice is to work together in person.

During the pandemic I am following government guidance and during the period of (partial) lock downs or self-isolation I offer temporarily video or phone support if that suits you better.

Most of us have at some point in our lives had to deal with one or more of these problems. It is more and more common that we ask for support with this through counselling or psychotherapy either in addition of or instead of using medication. I have a BDSM & pedophilia friendly practice.

For me supervision is a collaborative process, where we work together to support your growth and development. I am really inspired by Zachary's idea that supervision is about "becoming students of our own experience... sitting at the feet of our work". The work you might bring can be anything ranging from individual client presentations, the therapeutic relationship, your own growth or the system in which you work. It is your space in which I want to support you to understand yourself better as a professional and in your work.

I'm open and flexible, congruent, encouraging and above all curious about people and what is going on for them. I will support you in your self reflection and offer a non-judgemental space where you will feel approached as an equal. To work effectively I find it important that we to get to know each other as people, therefore I recommend regular supervision for a minimum of once a month. More frequent sessions can be arranged either on a regular basis or occasionally when the need arises.

My approach is humanistic, psychodynamic and relational. People from all levels and backgrounds are welcome.

I have practised as a supervisor in social care settings for four years, working primarily with teams and individuals supporting service users struggling with mental health, personality disorders, complex needs and entrenched homelessness. I have been working as a psychotherapeutic counsellor for individuals, couples and other significant relationships in private practice since 2010. Having had such a varied background I am able to work with supervisees who work in private practice, in statutory services and in the voluntary sector.

Of course new supervisees are welcome to have a chat on the phone first or try me out before they commit to regular sessions. This will be very much your space and therefore you will be in the driving seat.