Why Coaching Supervision Matters More Than Ever
Supervision is standard practice in therapy. Coaches are catching up.
By The Coaching World Editors, Editorial Team
Published October 15, 2026 · Updated October 20, 2026 · 1 min read
Key takeaways
- Supervision is reflective practice with a trained supervisor.
- Buyers increasingly ask coaches about supervision.
- Choose supervisors with dedicated supervision training.
What supervision is
Coaching supervision is a reflective practice in which a coach reviews their work with a trained supervisor.
Why it is growing
- Credentialing bodies increasingly encourage it
- Organizational buyers ask about it
- Coaches report better ethical decision-making
How to find a supervisor
Look for supervisors with specific supervision training, not only coaching experience.
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