Reflective Practice:

Professional Growth with Christian Dixon

Reflective practice is a growing and critical component in the ongoing professional development of therapists, mental health practitioners and many other professionals. It involves a systematic process of self-examination and evaluation, enabling professionals to gain deeper insights into their practice, improve their therapeutic skills, and enhance client experiences and outcomes. Christian Dixon’s approach to reflective practice is grounded in his extensive experience and commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and self-improvement.

Christian’s Journey to Reflective Practice

After completing his training at The University of Hertfordshire and graduating in 1996 as a dramatherapist, Christian specialised in working with children and young people in schools, later transitioning to working with adults facing complex mental health challenges at Charing Cross and Middlesex psychiatric hospitals. With over 28 years of experience, Christian has addressed a broad spectrum of issues, including eating disorders, relationship difficulties, neurodivergence, racism, gender issues, sexuality, all forms of abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideations, depression, anxieties, phobias, PTSD, narcissism, and bullying.

Implementing Reflective Practice in Supervision

As a clinical supervisor, Christian Dixon emphasises the importance of reflective practice in supervision. His approach involves:

Creating a Safe Space: Providing a confidential and supportive environment where supervisees can openly discuss their cases and reflect on their experiences.

Guided Reflection: Using structured reflective techniques to help supervisees critically analyse their therapeutic interactions, including interactions with themselves and identify areas for improvement.

Collaborative Learning: Encouraging supervisees to share their insights and learn from each other’s experiences, fostering a community of practice.

Personal and Professional Growth: Supporting supervisees in developing greater self-awareness and understanding of their therapeutic approaches, in personal and professional capacities through continuous creative self reflection, openess and self care.

Reflective Practice in Action:

Christian’s dedication to reflective practice is evident in his diverse body of work. He has published clinical papers, delivered international workshops, and founded the multi-award-winning Arts of Change counselling and therapy service in the West Midlands. Here are a few examples of how reflective practice has transformed therapeutic outcomes:

Case De-identification: Ensuring client confidentiality while allowing for open discussion of real and potentially complex cases.

Innovative Strategies: Implementing creative reflective techniques, such as role-playing and narrative reconstruction, to help therapists gain new perspective.

Positive Outcomes: Supervisees who engage in reflective practice report increased confidence, improved therapeutic skills, and better client relationships.

Professional Credentials and Affiliations

Christian Dixon completed his professional training to become a qualified Clinical Supervisor at The Royal Central School of Speech & Drama on their CAST training programme. He is regulated by The Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), a full member of the British Association for Dramatherapists, and a fellow of The Royal Society of Arts. These credentials underscore his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional practice. He is also working with the Reflective Practice department with drama schools to help professional acting students.

Join Christian Dixon on Your Reflective Practice Journey

By choosing Christian Dixon as your clinical supervisor, you are investing in a creative reflective practice approach that prioritises continuous learning and professional growth. Christian’s unique blend of theatrical insights and empathetic guidance makes him an exceptional partner in your journey toward enhanced therapeutic excellence.

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