Training & Supervision
Psychology Practicum
Modern Mental Health offers comprehensive training for advanced psychology graduate students. Practicum students are expected to be enrolled in a doctoral program in clinical or counseling psychology that is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
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Placements are for either 2 or 3 days per week (16-24 hours)
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16-hour practicum: 10-12 hours per week of direct client contact and/or report-writing per week
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24-hour practicum: 15-18 hours per week of direct client contact and/or report-writing per week
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Students can complete a therapy-only, assessment/testing-only, or hybrid placement, depending on MMH's needs and student interest
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Students will receive 2 hours per week of supervision with licensed psychologists
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1 hour of individual supervision
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1 hour of group supervision, which involves case consultation, didactic trainings, and professional development
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Practicum students will have standard work hours that fall between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. There may be opportunities to co-facilitate group therapy or volunteer at outreach events, which may take place outside of traditional business hours. A student's schedule can be amended to accommodate any after-hours events or groups.
How to Apply:
Applications for each academic year will be accepted in late January/early February for placements beginning in August.
**POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED FOR THE 2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR
**Applications for the 2023-2024 academic year will be accepted between 1/18/23 and 2/10/23.
Send the following application materials to Dr. Amanda McKinney (amanda@modernmentalhealth.org). Please identify your preference for type of placement (therapy-only, assessment-only, or hybrid):
Therapy-only placement:
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cover letter
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C.V.
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list of references
Assessment-only or hybrid placements:
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cover letter
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C.V.
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list of references
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de-identified sample testing report or similar writing sample that showcases your clinical writing abilities