Internship Program
Mental Health Counseling Internship Program
Welcome to our Mental Health Counseling Internship Program, where aspiring mental health professionals gain invaluable experience in a supportive and dynamic environment.
What you'll learn
Our program provides interns with the unique opportunity to engage directly with clients, offering personalized, one-on-one counseling to individuals facing a broad spectrum of mental health challenges. Through a robust combination of individual and group supervision, we are committed to ensuring that you receive the expert guidance and support needed to effectively navigate client interactions and hone your skills as a developing counselor.
Furthermore, our program offers an in-depth look into the operational aspects of a private practice. Interns will gain practical experience in the business side of mental health care, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and sustain a thriving practice.
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Submit your CV to sanzlmhc@gmail.com for consideration.
common reasons clients like to work with interns
Personalized Attention - Interns are often highly motivated to provide excellent care and are eager to apply their newly acquired knowledge and skills, which means they may invest extra time and effort to ensure you receive thoughtful, personalized attention.
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Recent Training - Interns are up-to-date with the latest research, techniques, and approaches in mental health care. Their education is fresh, and they are typically well-versed in contemporary therapeutic practices.
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Affordable Rates - Counseling with an intern is usually offered at a lower cost compared to licensed professionals. This can make therapy more accessible, especially for those who might find standard therapy fees prohibitive.
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Supervised Sessions - Interns work under the supervision of experienced licensed professionals. This means clients not only benefits from the intern's fresh perspective but also from the expertise of their supervisors, who guide and oversee the intern's work. In this sense, clients are receiving care from both the intern and their supervising therapist. This collaboration enhances the quality of care.
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Fresh Perspectives - Interns bring fresh energy and new ideas to the therapy process. They may introduce innovative approaches or perspectives that more seasoned therapists might not consider.
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Building a Long-Term Relationship - Starting therapy with an intern can be the beginning of a long-term therapeutic relationship. As the intern progresses in their career, there may be opportunities to continue working together as they become fully licensed professionals.​
For clients
We recognize the difficulty in finding high-quality, affordable therapy without the added financial stress. To address the growing need for accessible mental health counseling, we’ve developed an affordable sliding scale option that respects the financial constraints faced by many New Yorkers.
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Our interns are advanced clinical trainees under the direct supervision of licensed therapists. They bring fresh perspectives, compassion, and up-to-date training in the latest therapeutic methods. Their passion for helping clients shines through in every session, and working with a graduate level therapist allows them to apply their knowledge while offering value to you.
For $50 a session, you can work with one of our interns and receive tailored and quality supervised mental health services without the financial worry.​​
If you are interested in working with an intern, email us today.
