After Client Suicide: A Postvention Guide for Supervisors-Systematic Review
After Client Suicide: A Postvention Guide for Supervisors is a systematic review conducted by Dr. Heidi Nichilo that examines the experiences, strategies, and evidence-based approaches for supporting supervisors after a client suicide. This review synthesizes research on postvention practices, highlighting the impact of client loss on supervisory relationships, therapist wellness, and organizational protocols.
Designed for clinical supervisors, therapists, and helping professionals, this guide provides practical insights and recommendations to strengthen reflective supervision, support professional resilience, and navigate the complex emotional and ethical challenges following a client death by suicide.
Key Highlights
-
The emotional and professional impact of client suicide on supervisors
-
Evidence-based postvention strategies to support supervisors and supervisees
-
Best practices for reflective supervision following client loss
-
Identified gaps in current research and directions for future study
Access the full systematic review PDF:
Gain in-depth knowledge and actionable strategies to implement postvention practices in your supervision and clinical work.
Note: By downloading, you’ll also receive occasional updates from Reflective Practice about new resources, webinars, and trainings.