Internship & Clinical Supervision FAQ
At Counseling and Consulting on the Hill, we view training as a collaborative, relational process. Since 2017, we’ve offered a supportive environment where interns can grow their skills, confidence, and professional identity while being deeply connected to our community of clinicians. We match interns with supervisors who are not only highly trained but also attentive to developmental needs, offering high-touch guidance at the start and gradually fostering more independence over time. Our program emphasizes respect, integrity, and relational care, helping future therapists find their voice, strengthen their skills, and step into the profession with confidence.
Who can apply for the internship?
Our internships are open to graduate students currently enrolled in master’s programs in psychology, counseling, or marriage and family therapy. We welcome applicants who are curious, committed to growth, and eager to learn within a relational, systems-oriented framework.
When do you accept applications?
Our internship application process follows the academic calendar:
Spring placements (beginning in January): applications open in September of the previous year.
Fall placements (beginning in August/September): applications open in January of the same year.
This schedule helps us align with university timelines and ensures students have clarity in planning.
What is expected of interns?
We encourage interns who are flexible, motivated, collaborative, and committed to ethical client care. Interns should:
Demonstrate professionalism and reliability.
Engage fully in supervision and feedback.
Be open to learning and practicing both individual and relational therapy.
Complete documentation thoroughly and on time.
Develop awareness of their own reactions and experiences in session, and reflect on how these influence their clinical work.
We view these expectations not as rigid requirements, but as part of your professional development journey.
What should I expect as an intern?
Interns at CCH become part of a supportive, collaborative training environment. You can expect to:
Work with a diverse client population.
Participate in weekly supervision with a highly trained clinical supervisor.
Receive ongoing, developmental feedback.
Engage in direct client work, clinical documentation, and case consultation.
Attend trainings and professional development opportunities.
We believe in a “high-touch” supervision model at the start, with close support and guidance. As you gain confidence and skills, we gradually step back to allow more autonomy—always in line with ethical standards and developmental appropriateness.
What kinds of clients will I work with?
Our practice serves a diverse population for both individual and relational therapy. Many of our clients present with concerns such as anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, grief, and trauma. Because most of our clients use CareFirst/Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits, you’ll gain valuable experience in the realities of private practice, while also working with people from many different walks of life.
How many supervision hours are required, and what is supervision like?
The exact number of supervision hours depends on your graduate program and your state’s licensure requirements. At minimum, interns receive one hour of individual supervision each week, and often more early in the training process. Supervisors are experienced, AAMFT-designated clinicians who tailor their guidance to your developmental stage, providing a balance of structure, feedback, and support for growth.
What support is available for when I’m feeling challenged or overwhelmed?
You’ll never be left on your own with a situation that feels overwhelming. In addition to weekly supervision, we encourage interns to reach out between sessions if they need support. We foster a collaborative, team-based environment where case consultation and shared wisdom are highly valued. It’s also very common for therapists-in-training to feel the “righting reflex”—the strong desire to fix things quickly—or to struggle with feelings of impostor syndrome. We normalize these experiences and provide support for working through them. You can count on your supervisors and our team to be available, or to ensure appropriate coverage, so you always have someone to turn to.