Dangerous Liaisons: Sexual Intimacies in Supervision

The existing literature concerning supervisor-supervisee sexual intimacies was reviewed before proposing a conceptualization of sexual contact in the supervisory relationship. Three definitions of sexual contact (sexual harassment, sexual involvement, and sexual discrimination) are presented. The na...

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Published in:Professional psychology, research and practice research and practice, 1990-12, Vol.21 (6), p.442-450
Main Authors: Bartell, Patricia A, Rubin, Linda J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Human
Occupational psychology
Professional Supervision
Psychology. Psychoanalysis. Psychiatry
Psychology. Psychophysiology
Psychosexual Behavior
Sex Discrimination
Sexual Harassment
Vocational training. Adult education
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Summary:The existing literature concerning supervisor-supervisee sexual intimacies was reviewed before proposing a conceptualization of sexual contact in the supervisory relationship. Three definitions of sexual contact (sexual harassment, sexual involvement, and sexual discrimination) are presented. The nature of the supervisory relationship is defined by comparison with other professional relationships (instructor-student and therapist-client). The process of supervision and speculation about the vulnerabilities of trainees to sexual advances by supervisors are discussed in terms of a developmental model of therapist training. The damaging effects of sexual contact between supervisors and supervisees are discussed and suggestions for improved graduate education are noted.
ISSN:0735-7028
1939-1323
DOI:10.1037/0735-7028.21.6.442