What strategies can you use to support supervisees experiencing secondary trauma?

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Secondary trauma, also known as vicarious trauma or compassion fatigue, is the emotional and psychological impact of being exposed to the suffering and trauma of others. It can affect social workers who work with clients who have experienced abuse, violence, disaster, or other forms of trauma. As a social work supervisor, you have a responsibility to support your supervisees who may be experiencing secondary trauma and help them cope with the challenges and stressors of their work. Here are some strategies that you can use to support supervisees experiencing secondary trauma.

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