Abstract
This paper explores the social worker's understandings of the similarities and differences between the processes of therapy and the development of case-related self-awareness within supervision. Various definitions of supervision are explored in relation to practical examples. Research findings provide an alternate approach to understanding the boundaries between therapy and case-related self-awareness. It is suggested that the ambiguities which are inherent in working towards self-awareness can be overcome where the supervisor has a clear concept of supervision and can thereby maintain a clear focus.