What are the theoretical orientations of the psychotherapy supervisors? Is there a predominant orientation?
We do not perceive ourselves as having a predominant theoretical orientation. Cognitive-behavioral, behavioral, psychodynamic, and combinations of these orientations are represented among the psychotherapy supervisors. As we come from a scientist-practitioner philosophy of training, due emphasis is given to treatment modalities with solid empirical support. However, that does extend beyond traditional CBT to interpersonal therapy, and emotion-focused therapy where appropriate. That being said, we are, above all, pragmatic given the unique patient population at the health sciences center with which we work on a daily basis. While not fitting the “textbook” of many empirically supported treatments, such a population will teach an intern how to merge textbook knowledge with real-world realities.
