Fortunately, my first practicum supervisor utilized various supervision models while supervising me. She utilized the psychodynamic approach by providing me with numerous resources to help me learn skills, yet she provided me with enough autonomy to learn on my own. We had open discussions during supervision and I felt she was very approachable and knowledgeable. As a new clinician, I appreciated feeling as if she was an expert and I trusted she was providing me with excellent teachings. My supervisor also utilized the developmental supervisor model assisting me in my growth. At the beginning she modeled the needed skills and behaviors needed to do counseling. Then, as I progressed she provided some structure, but encouraged exploration to
