Join Our Student Internship Program
Welcome to Inspiring Change PLLC, where you can ignite your journey in mental health as part of our esteemed Student Intern Program (SIP). Apply now for the January 2024 Inspiring Change PLLC SIP and embark on a transformative path toward becoming a proficient and compassionate Mental Health Therapist.
At Inspiring Change PLLC, we’re dedicated to shaping future therapists, nurturing your growth, and refining your skills to impact lives and inspire change. Join us as we craft a foundation for your identity and empower you to make a difference in the field of mental health.
Phase 1: Practicum - Where Learning Meets Experience
Our program commences with an immersive practicum, pairing each student with a seasoned licensed therapist at Inspiring Change PLLC. Witness therapy in action, sit in on sessions, and absorb invaluable insights from your mentor. Explore diverse areas, including PTSD, couples counseling, addiction, anxiety, and depression, honing your expertise with expert guidance.
Please Note: While the practicum is an essential foundation, acceptance does not guarantee progression to our internship. However, this phase is integral to shaping your counseling path.
Phase 2: Internship - Unleashing Your Potential
Transition into the internship phase at Inspiring Change PLLC, where you’ll engage in co-therapy and progressively take the lead in sessions. Gain confidence, refine your techniques, and eventually conduct therapy independently. Our commitment extends beyond your internship completion—successful graduates may be invited to continue their journey towards licensure within our Inspiring Change PLLC community.
Application Open for January 2024
Why Choose Inspiring Change PLLC?
At Inspiring Change PLLC, we’re dedicated to more than just internships—we’re committed to nurturing your potential, amplifying your skills, and shaping your identity as an adept therapist. Our Student Internship Program provides a dynamic platform where theory meets practice, guidance meets independence, and growth meets fulfillment.
Join the Inspiring Change PLLC Community
Become an integral part of a community that values your growth, champions your aspirations, and empowers you to inspire change. Your journey towards becoming a licensed counselor begins here.
Ready to Make Your Mark? Apply Now!
Your future as a compassionate and skilled counselor awaits. Seize this opportunity to propel your career and create a tangible impact in the world of therapy.
Application Process
Ready to take the first step? Our application process is straightforward, designed to understand you beyond your qualifications. As you embark on this exciting journey, prepare the following documents:
- Driver’s License: Your identification marks the beginning of your professional expedition.
- Current Professional Liability Insurance: Shield your practice as you step into the world of counseling.
- Resume: Your story, your experiences—let us see the narrative of your journey so far.
- Fill out the application form: Complete our application form, where your aspirations meet opportunity. Beyond documents and credentials, we want to hear your story, your passion, and your vision for making a difference.
Introduction
The Student Internship Program at Inspiring Change PLLC offers a comprehensive experience, not just to fulfill your practicum and internship requirements, but to arm you with essential counseling skills, practical insights into practice management, familiarity with an Electronic Medical Record (Therapy Notes), and training in established evidence-based practices. Our program exceeds academic standards for three crucial reasons:
- Elevated Client Care: At Inspiring Change PLLC, we prioritize providing extra supervision and training to ethically support you in offering exceptional care to your clients.
- Practical Skill Development: New clinicians often lack hands-on experience in employing evidence-based modalities. Our program bridges this gap by offering practical training.
- Professional Proficiency: Proficiency in intakes, diagnosing, treatment planning, and progress note documentation is vital for success in the counseling field. Inspiring Change PLLC’s program ensures hands-on practice in these essential areas.
We go beyond the ordinary to prepare you comprehensively for a successful and impactful counseling career at Inspiring Change PLLC.
PRACTICUM REQUIREMENTS
Outlined below are the fundamental prerequisites for participation in Inspiring Change PLLC’s student internship program. These criteria remain constant irrespective of student availability. Failure to adhere to these standards may result in dismissal from the program.
Before you proceed with the application, take a careful look at each requirement and confirm your agreement by initialing next to each.
Practicum Student Orientation
The intern orientation at Inspiring Change PLLC spans over an 8-hour days session, occurring one month before the start of your semester. This orientation serves as a crucial foundation for your success in the program. It’s a one-time training specifically tailored for incoming interns. This training encompasses various aspects, including setting up a secure email, drafting your professional disclosure, navigating Inspiring Change PLLC’s Electronic Medical Records (EMR), practicing basic notetaking with a simulated client, reviewing company policies, safety planning, introductions to office staff, and other essential onboarding tasks.
Please confirm your agreement with this requirement by initialing.
Training in practice management for internship students
Prepare for your internship with a 4-hour Training in Practice Management. Scheduled a month before your internship starts, this session covers vital aspects like licensure, insurance billing, credentialing, diagnosis, and the art of effective note-taking.
Please indicate your agreement by initialing.
Supervision
Mandatory Supervision sessions are scheduled for a minimum of hours every week. This schedule remains constant regardless of student availability or academic program standards. The reason behind this commitment is that each client you encounter will demand your utmost dedication and expertise.
Please indicate your agreement by initialing.
Counseling hours requirement
Counseling hours for both practicum and internship must fall between 8 am and 6 pm, Monday through Fridays, and on Saturdays by appointment only.
Please initial to confirm your agreement with this requirement.
Training in theraputic approaches
Training in therapeutic modalities is compulsory and will be integrated throughout each term, averaging 1-2 hours per week. Occasionally, this training may stand independently or be included as part of your supervision sessions. The curriculum covers essential techniques such as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, person-centered therapy, and Family System approaches. Additionally, CBT training is available at a significantly reduced cost, and it’s highly recommended as it equips you with trauma care capabilities.
Please initial to confirm your agreement with this requirement.