Supervision in School Psychology: The Developmental, Ecological, Problem-solving (DEP) Model presents the seminal model for clinical supervision specific to the diverse competencies required by school psychologists and associated professionals in school-based settings. It is widely used in graduate classrooms, by field and university supervisors, and in professional development and credentialing programs teaching best practices in supervision.
Supervision Case Studies for School Psychologists: The DEP Model in Action illustrates the research-into-practice value of the DEP model across a wide array of case examples. Expert field- and university-based supervisors present diverse case studies that illustrate the application of best practices in supervision to routine and complex supervisory challenges. Cases explore the full range of supervisory and clinical practice: supervision of academic and behavioral assessment, intervention, and consultation; strategies for teaching program development, systems change, social justice advocacy skills and fostering diversity and culturally responsive practice; supporting supervisee self-care; and problem-solving ethical dilemmas. Complex challenges of addressing supervisee skill deficits through deliberate practice and structured remediation plans are illustrated. Case examples include supervision of both preservice and credentialed school psychologists and illustrations of district-wide professional development programming based on DEP principles. DEP in Action integrates best practices in supervision and service delivery.
Table of Contents:
Part 1: Introduction 1. Supervision Designed for School Psychology: An Overview of the Developmental, Ecological, Problem-solving (DEP) Model Part 2: Assessment and Intervention 2. Supervision of a Risk Assessment Case 3. Co-Supervision of an Evaluation of an English-Learning Student Suspected of Having Autism 4. An Elementary Level Assessment Case Example 5. Supervision in an Early Childhood Setting of a Play-Based Assessment 6. Supervision of a Functional Assessment Case 7. Supervising Therapy for Internalizing Symptoms 8. Supervising a Credentialed and Confident Supervisee: An Intervention Case Study 9. Assessment and Intervention for a Child Experiencing Learning and Motivational Issues Part 3: Consultation 10. Supervising for Consultation Competency Development Part 4: Diversity and Cultural Responsiveness 11. Cross-Cultural Supervision 12. Navigating Gender Affirmation in a Complex School Climate Part 5: Social Justice Advocacy 13. Social Justice Advocacy and Systems Change 14. Supervising When Values and Reality About Diversity, Equity and Belonging Clash Part 6: Ethics 15. Ethical Supervisory Practice: A Confidentiality Case Example 16. Determining the Boundaries of Professional Competence Part 7: Professional Competency Concerns 17. Addressing Problems in Professional Competency: Skill Deficits and Professional Behaviors 18. Addressing Problems in Professional Competency: Interpersonal Skills and Intervention Part 8: Self-care 19. Supervisory Strategies for Fostering Supervisee Wellness and Self-Care 20. Supporting Graduate Student Wellness Through a DEP-Informed Self-care Framework Part 9: Systems Change 21. Improving Professional Development, Feedback, and Evaluation 22. Supervision Teaching Systems Change and Program Development Skills 23. A Psychological Recovery Case Example 24. Navigating a Complex Supervisory System Part 10: Systems Level Implementation of the DEP Model 25. Application of the DEP Model for Systems Level Program Development and Service Delivery in a Large and Diverse Suburban School District 26. The Psychologist as Supervisor, Administrator, and Supervisee 27. DEP Framework for Best Practices in Service Delivery: Integrated Supports for Students, Parents, Educators, and School Systems Part 11: Summary 28. What Have We Learned: Lessons from the Field
About the Author :
Dennis J. Simon, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical and school psychologist with over 3 decades of experience supervising interns, professionals, and psychological services. For 14 years, he was Director of NSSEO Timber Ridge Therapeutic Day School, a zero-reject public school program serving the Chicago area. His career has centered on program development and psychological interventions for children and adolescents experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral disorders. He has written extensively about the adaptation of evidence-based strategies to school-centered intereventions. He has been a Lecturer in School Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Teacher Education Programs at Loyola University of Chicago, USA.
Mark E, Swerdlik, Ph.D., ABPP, NCSP, is a Professor Emeritus and Past Coordinator of the Specialist and Doctoral Programs in School Psychology, University Supervisor of Internship Training, and Clinical Supervisor in the Psychological Services Center at Illinois State University, USA, where he was a university educator for more than 4 decades and continues to teach the couse sequence on clincial supervision. He is Past-Chair of the NASP Graduate Education Committee and the Council of Directors of School Psychology Programs, and has been a leader in program initiatives for training intern and practicum supervisors in Illinois and nationally. Dr. Swerdlik is a licensed clinical and school psychologist.
Tracy K. Cruise, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical and school psychologist and full professor at Western Illinois University, USA, where she educates school and clinical psychology graduate students. She serves as Director of the WIU Psychology Clinic and supervises practica within schools and in outpatient care. Her clinical emphasis is on child and family therapy with a systems and CBT framework, and her research has focused on child maltreatment and clinical supervision.
Review :
"For years I have found Supervision in School Psychology: The DEP Model text to be a valuable resource for not only teaching clinical supervision, but also for supporting students and faculty when issues arise in the field and in clinical training. Building on the DEP model, Supervision Case Studies for School Psychologists: The DEP Model in Action covers a wide variety of contemporary issues in the training and supervision of school psychologists and is an excellent resource for trainers, supervisors, pre-service and early career school psychologists and beyond! The chapters in this book cover everything from supervision in early childhood settings to supporting graduate student self-care, and truly address the depth and complexity of applying evidence- based principles and best practice in real-world settings. This book provides much needed strategies and examples of applying best practice to the 'real world' and will be an essential tool in the training and support of present and future school psychologists."
Meredith Weber, PhD, ABPP, NCSP, Professor and Director of Clinical Training, School Psychology Programs, School of Professional & Applied Psychology, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
"This thoughtfully presented collection of case studies has become an essential tool for training our School Psychologists and Social Workers in supervision best practices. Each case study is clearly framed and set within the Developmental, Ecological, and Problem-solving Model and includes thought provoking reflection questions. Supervision Case Studies for School Psychologists, The DEP Model in Action will quickly become your new resource for individual reflection or group professional development."
James Barile, M.S. Ed., NCSP, Graduate Student Coordinator, Denver Public Schools
"Given the myriad, evolving demands in the field, this invaluable resource belongs on the shelf of any practitioner seeking to enhance and update their supervision skills across all domains of practice. For both novice and seasoned practitioners, this casebook is sure to be appreciated and enjoyed. By presenting realistic, instructive, and relevant case studies, the authors have meaningfully united theory with practice! The activities and resources woven throughout are sure to contribute to one’s professional toolbox!"
Joan A. Struzziero, Ph.D., NCSP, University of Massachusetts – Boston, Department of Counseling and School Psychology and Adjunct Instructor William James College School Psychology Program
"Drawing upon the ground-breaking DEP model created specifically for supervision in school psychology, this case book offers practical on-the-ground case studies written by highly experienced clinical supervisors. The chapters offer innumerable examples in multiple contexts. This is an essential resource for those just beginning their journey as supervisors in the field of school psychology to those with decades of experience."
Pamela A. Fenning, PhD, ABPP, Professor of School Psychology, Loyola University Chicago
"For years I have found Supervision in School Psychology: The DEP Model text to be a valuable resource for not only teaching clinical supervision, but also for supporting students and faculty when issues arise in the field and in clinical training. Building on the DEP model, Supervision Case Studies for School Psychologists: The DEP Model in Action covers a wide variety of contemporary issues in the training and supervision of school psychologists and is an excellent resource for trainers, supervisors, pre-service and early career school psychologists and beyond! The chapters in this book cover everything from supervision in early childhood settings to supporting graduate student self-care, and truly address the depth and complexity of applying evidence- based principles and best practice in real-world settings. This book provides much needed strategies and examples of applying best practice to the 'real world' and will be an essential tool in the training and support of present and future school psychologists."
Meredith Weber, PhD, ABPP, NCSP, Professor and Director of Clinical Training, School Psychology Programs, School of Professional & Applied Psychology, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
"This thoughtfully presented collection of case studies has become an essential tool for training our School Psychologists and Social Workers in supervision best practices. Each case study is clearly framed and set within the Developmental, Ecological, and Problem-solving Model and includes thought provoking reflection questions. Supervision Case Studies for School Psychologists, The DEP Model in Action will quickly become your new resource for individual reflection or group professional development."
James Barile, M.S. Ed., NCSP, Graduate Student Coordinator, Denver Public Schools
"Given the myriad, evolving demands in the field, this invaluable resource belongs on the shelf of any practitioner seeking to enhance and update their supervision skills across all domains of practice. For both novice and seasoned practitioners, this casebook is sure to be appreciated and enjoyed. By presenting realistic, instructive, and relevant case studies, the authors have meaningfully united theory with practice! The activities and resources woven throughout are sure to contribute to one’s professional toolbox!"
Joan A. Struzziero, Ph.D., NCSP, University of Massachusetts – Boston, Department of Counseling and School Psychology and Adjunct Instructor William James College School Psychology Program
"Drawing upon the ground-breaking DEP model created specifically for supervision in school psychology, this case book offers practical on-the-ground case studies written by highly experienced clinical supervisors. The chapters offer innumerable examples in multiple contexts. This is an essential resource for those just beginning their journey as supervisors in the field of school psychology to those with decades of experience."
Pamela A. Fenning, PhD, ABPP, Professor of School Psychology, Loyola University Chicago
