Historically, the profession of speech-language pathology has been predominately made up of female practitioners. However, an increase in male participation in the speech-language pathology profession has provided opportunities for research in gender differences in supervisory relationships. The purpose of this study was to understand the differentiation of practices between male and female supervisory practices. Through understanding gender differences in the supervisory relationship, better practices can be established between the supervisor and supervisee, allowing for more learning opportunities for the supervisee. The improved learning on the part of the supervisee can improve client therapeutic outcomes. This study examined the interaction features evidenced between supervisors and supervisees who differ in gender. This qualitative dissertation study used a qualitative content analysis to determine findings. The findings revealed that male and female supervisors speak more than supervisees, and female supervisees speak more than male supervisees. Male supervisors gave more directives and asked for opinions of supervisees more than female supervisors. Meetings with female supervisors tended to be more relaxed with free-flowing conversation than meetings led by male supervisors. Female supervisors were more likely to be more nurturing in their interactions with their supervisees, as well as more likely to establish a relationship by first engaging in social exchanges. Findings of this study revealed that female supervisors gave more support and empathy than male supervisors. Additional findings showed that strong supervisory relationships allow for the supervisee to have more active participation in the learning process. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]