Factor 6 Personal issues α 0.48

Q 17 Having someone different to talk to about personal issues is a great help

0.68

Q 18 My CS sessions are an important part of my work routine

0.66

Q 21 It is important to make time for CS sessions

0.55

Q 9 CS does not solve personal issues

0.43

Q 5 I can ‘unload’ during my CS sessions

0.42

Factor 7 Improved care α 0.80

Q 16 I can discuss sensitive issues encountered during my clinical casework with my supervisor

0.65

Q 8 My supervisor gives me support and encouragement

0.62

Q 14 If there is something I don’t understand there is always someone to ask

0.60

Explained variance (%), F1 = 72.9; F2 = 53.3; F3 = 52.3; F4 = 50.0;

F5 = 50.0; F6 = 49.3; F7 = 48.3.