ObjectiveThere are few methods that focus on therapists' experiences of supervision. To facilitate the development of psychologist students, a supervisee‐centred supervision, based on deliberate practice, feedback informed treatment and self‐compassion, was introduced.MethodsThis study examines six supervisees’ experiences of a supervisee‐centred supervision. A semi‐ structured interview was used for the collection of the data, which identified two main themes: Learning and Development and five associated sub‐themes: structure and purposesfulness, prerequisites, experience‐based learning, therapeutic skills and personal development.ConclusionThe experience‐ and feedback‐based approach was perceived as efficient, structured and goal oriented. This created high‐focused activity and participation, a strong group dynamic and a good alliance with the supervisors, providing a good climate for learning and development. Focusing on performance and feedback was perceived as a potential obstacle that could create stress and anxiety.