Supervision Smörgåsbord
Supervision Smörgåsbord
Dr. Tara Sanderson, PsyD, MBA
Dr. Tara Solo Episode: The Expert Mask
3 minutes Posted Jul 7, 2026 at 8:43 am.
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In this solo episode of Supervision Smorgasbord, Dr. Tara Sanderson dives into the challenges of transitioning from therapist to supervisor, highlighting the pressure many feel to always have the right answers. She shares how wearing the "expert mask" can actually hinder supervisees’ growth and encourages supervisors to embrace curiosity and reflection instead. Dr. Tara Sanderson introduces a practical tool—a "reflective throwback"—urging supervisors to prompt supervisees to consider their own perspectives when faced with dilemmas. The episode wraps up with insights about building a supervisor identity based on presence, curiosity, and authenticity, inviting listeners to explore these themes further in the Supervision Smorgasbord journal.