Licensed Therapist Internships
Licensed therapist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career career changers hands-on clinical experience, mentorship from working licensed therapists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Coral Bay Recovery, Harmony Healthcare, and ADAGA Therapy among the employers posting roles now.
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ECCAC Clinical Therapist (Registered Intern or Licensed) Job Description
Job Title: Clinical Therapist, Full-time (40 hours) (accepting applications for both Registered Interns and fully Licensed LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC candidates)
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Position Description:
Provides individual, family, and/or group trauma-focused therapy to child (18 years and under) victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, problematic sexual behaviors, and/or other traumatic events. Includes non-offending caregivers in treatment. Participates in case consultations, supervision, and Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings. Provides treatment status and open communication with referral sources. Has knowledge of evidence based trauma treatment modalities. Provides testimony in court proceedings when appropriate. Is available for on-call crisis schedule. Engages in supervision for licensure with the clinical supervisor and/or approved supervisor. Therapist receive at least 40 hours of training per year to include training in evidence-based modalities.
Specific Duties:
- Provides direct, trauma-focused treatment to child victims and their non-offending caregiver(s) to include completion of comprehensive evaluations, assessments, treatment planning, effective treatment implementation, case consultation, treatment reviews, and discharge planning
- Tracks and updates client caseload to reflect active, inactive, and discharged clients and provides supervisor with a monthly statistic update
- Maintains clinical charts in accordance with policies and procedures to include timeliness in completion and level of expertise and accuracy in content
- Submits required reports, statistics, billing, and caseload information in a timely manner
- Utilizes computer efficiency to work with electronic health records, web-based programs, and Microsoft Office
- Engages with the clinical team to assist with crisis situations and peer consultation
- Conducts crisis assessments and responds appropriately to client crisis needs
- Actively participates in reflective, clinical and administrative supervision with the clinical supervisor and clinical team at a frequency to be determined by the supervisor
- Participates in the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) process as needed to promote the best interests for clients and to provide trauma-informed insight to team members
- Actively participates in ECCAC department/team meetings and case consultations Testifies in court as a witness in dependency and/or criminal court cases
- Has a minimum of 20 hours of training prior to unsupervised contact with a client
- Completes 40 hours of training yearly to include a focus on simple and complex trauma
- Maintains a therapeutic office and play room environment
- Travels between DeFuniak and Niceville Centers for certain meetings and assigned job duties
- Follows ECCAC policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid Florida license as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern or Licensed LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC.
- Master's Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related human services field from an accredited university
- Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in the field of Counseling and Psychology
- Must do licensure supervision with approved Qualified Supervisor who agrees with an off-site supervision contract
- Must be able to provide individualized, trauma-focused treatment that is evidence based
- Must be able to work cohesively in a team environment
- Must be able to efficiently use a computer
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and online electronic health records
- Must pass a background check
- Must maintain current liability insurance
- Competent knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding trauma including but not limited to child sexual abuse and child maltreatment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to organize and maintain accurate records
- Ability to empathize and communicate clearly with all types of people
- Commitment to the need for client and agency confidentiality
- Must be able to problem-solve and manage time appropriately
Preferred Qualifications:
- Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Previous experience providing individual and group counseling to victims of abuse
- Previous experience with creative interventions like play therapy, sand tray work, music therapy, art therapy, or Animal Assisted Interactions
- Previous experience working with children with problematic sexual behaviors
- Trained in EMDR
Education:
- Minimum Master's (Required)
License:
- Registered with the state of Florida as an intern working towards appropriate licensure (Required) or Licensed LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC.
About Us
We seek to heal and prevent the trauma of childhood abuse and neglect by providing advocacy, child-friendly therapies, and a safe environment where kids feel seen, heard, and understood. Every day, our team works to restore lost innocence, provide hope, and make a difference in all the lives we touch.
Our vision is powerful and unwavering: to one-day end child abuse and neglect. We remain an essential part of our community by providing a child-friendly advocacy model, raising awareness, and educating children on how to protect themselves. We believe in creating a better future by healing hearts today.
Our Values
We lead with love, act with courage, and celebrate the moments big and small that matter most.
- Lead with love
- Care with all your senses
- Be brave. Others will follow.
- Focus on the future
- Splash in puddles
- Eat dinner family-style
- Celebrate the little things
- Know your facts
These are not just words: they guide our work, shape our culture, and inspire the way we care for every child and family who walks through our doors.
Why Join Us?
If you are looking for a purpose driven career where your skills directly contribute to healing, protection, and empowerment for children, we want to hear from you. We are seeking passionate, dedicated individuals ready to make an impact and grow with an organization that leads with heart.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
ECCAC Clinical Therapist (Registered Intern or Licensed) Job Description
Job Title: Clinical Therapist, Full-time (40 hours) (accepting applications for both Registered Interns and fully Licensed LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC candidates)
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Position Description:
Provides individual, family, and/or group trauma-focused therapy to child (18 years and under) victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, problematic sexual behaviors, and/or other traumatic events. Includes non-offending caregivers in treatment. Participates in case consultations, supervision, and Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings. Provides treatment status and open communication with referral sources. Has knowledge of evidence based trauma treatment modalities. Provides testimony in court proceedings when appropriate. Is available for on-call crisis schedule. Engages in supervision for licensure with the clinical supervisor and/or approved supervisor. Therapist receive at least 40 hours of training per year to include training in evidence-based modalities.
Specific Duties:
- Provides direct, trauma-focused treatment to child victims and their non-offending caregiver(s) to include completion of comprehensive evaluations, assessments, treatment planning, effective treatment implementation, case consultation, treatment reviews, and discharge planning
- Tracks and updates client caseload to reflect active, inactive, and discharged clients and provides supervisor with a monthly statistic update
- Maintains clinical charts in accordance with policies and procedures to include timeliness in completion and level of expertise and accuracy in content
- Submits required reports, statistics, billing, and caseload information in a timely manner
- Utilizes computer efficiency to work with electronic health records, web-based programs, and Microsoft Office
- Engages with the clinical team to assist with crisis situations and peer consultation
- Conducts crisis assessments and responds appropriately to client crisis needs
- Actively participates in reflective, clinical and administrative supervision with the clinical supervisor and clinical team at a frequency to be determined by the supervisor
- Participates in the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) process as needed to promote the best interests for clients and to provide trauma-informed insight to team members
- Actively participates in ECCAC department/team meetings and case consultations Testifies in court as a witness in dependency and/or criminal court cases
- Has a minimum of 20 hours of training prior to unsupervised contact with a client
- Completes 40 hours of training yearly to include a focus on simple and complex trauma
- Maintains a therapeutic office and play room environment
- Travels between DeFuniak and Niceville Centers for certain meetings and assigned job duties
- Follows ECCAC policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Valid Florida license as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern or Licensed LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC.
- Master's Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related human services field from an accredited university
- Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in the field of Counseling and Psychology
- Must do licensure supervision with approved Qualified Supervisor who agrees with an off-site supervision contract
- Must be able to provide individualized, trauma-focused treatment that is evidence based
- Must be able to work cohesively in a team environment
- Must be able to efficiently use a computer
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and online electronic health records
- Must pass a background check
- Must maintain current liability insurance
- Competent knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding trauma including but not limited to child sexual abuse and child maltreatment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to organize and maintain accurate records
- Ability to empathize and communicate clearly with all types of people
- Commitment to the need for client and agency confidentiality
- Must be able to problem-solve and manage time appropriately
Preferred Qualifications:
- Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Previous experience providing individual and group counseling to victims of abuse
- Previous experience with creative interventions like play therapy, sand tray work, music therapy, art therapy, or Animal Assisted Interactions
- Previous experience working with children with problematic sexual behaviors
- Trained in EMDR
Education:
- Minimum Master's (Required)
License:
- Registered with the state of Florida as an intern working towards appropriate licensure (Required) or Licensed LCSW, LMFT, LHMC, and LPC.
About Us
We seek to heal and prevent the trauma of childhood abuse and neglect by providing advocacy, child-friendly therapies, and a safe environment where kids feel seen, heard, and understood. Every day, our team works to restore lost innocence, provide hope, and make a difference in all the lives we touch.
Our vision is powerful and unwavering: to one-day end child abuse and neglect. We remain an essential part of our community by providing a child-friendly advocacy model, raising awareness, and educating children on how to protect themselves. We believe in creating a better future by healing hearts today.
Our Values
We lead with love, act with courage, and celebrate the moments big and small that matter most.
- Lead with love
- Care with all your senses
- Be brave. Others will follow.
- Focus on the future
- Splash in puddles
- Eat dinner family-style
- Celebrate the little things
- Know your facts
These are not just words: they guide our work, shape our culture, and inspire the way we care for every child and family who walks through our doors.
Why Join Us?
If you are looking for a purpose driven career where your skills directly contribute to healing, protection, and empowerment for children, we want to hear from you. We are seeking passionate, dedicated individuals ready to make an impact and grow with an organization that leads with heart.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Licensed Therapist Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Licensed Therapist Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role posting suggests
Large hospital systems, behavioral health networks, and community mental health organizations recruit summer licensed therapist interns the preceding fall, often before most candidates realize the cycle has opened. Smaller practices and co-op placements post closer to start dates. Checking listings consistently means you catch structured cohorts before they fill and still see rolling opportunities throughout the year.
Build a clinical portfolio before you apply
Hiring reviewers for licensed therapist intern roles expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to assess. Document two or three supervised practicum experiences or coursework projects with the population served, modalities used, and direct clinical hours completed. Anonymized session notes, treatment plan samples, or case conceptualization write-ups are the role-specific proof that moves a licensed therapist intern application forward.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured practicum partnerships tied to your program, and your practicum coordinator or faculty supervisor often knows which sites recruit from your school before openings post publicly. Applying directly to agencies and practices running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity reaches employers that never attend fairs, widening the pool you can realistically land in.
Practice your intern screen out loud before your first interview
Licensed therapist intern interviews typically involve clinical vignettes, role-plays, or case conceptualization exercises where interviewers assess how you think through a presenting problem, not just the answer you land on. Practice articulating your clinical reasoning out loud, explaining your approach to differential assessment and treatment planning, since supervisors are evaluating your thinking process as much as your conclusion.
Target structured supervised training programs at larger organizations
Hospital systems, large community behavioral health agencies, and university training clinics often run formal internship cohorts built to train clinicians new to the field, including rotational placements that expose you to multiple populations or modalities. These programs recruit early and fill in the first application wave, so identify the ones that match your licensure track and apply as soon as they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 60% of the licensed therapist internships listed here. Some training programs and licensure boards require in-person supervised hours, which limits which listings actually fit. Decide what your program will accept before sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so every role you spend time on is one you can commit to.
Licensed Therapist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a licensed therapist internship?
Lead with coursework and documented case conceptualizations or practicum projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited clinical experience at the intern level. A portfolio of session notes, assessment summaries, or supervised case studies gives reviewers something concrete to evaluate. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where practicum coordinators and recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a licensed therapist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for licensed therapist interns is consistent clinical performance, fit with the team's caseload needs, and whether the site has approved headcount when your internship ends. Position for a return offer by treating every session and documentation task as evaluated work, without building your plans around an outcome that depends on factors outside your control.
When should I apply for licensed therapist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large hospital systems, community mental health networks, and behavioral health companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes before the academic year is fully underway. Smaller practices and co-op placements post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both waves rather than missing the early cohorts.
Are licensed therapist internships paid?
Most professional licensed therapist internships in the United States are paid, though compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Academic training placements tied to degree requirements sometimes operate on a stipend or unpaid basis, particularly where clinical hours count toward licensure. Listings show compensation where the employer discloses it, so you can compare before you apply.
What should a licensed therapist internship resume include?
Lead with projects and practicum experience, not general work history. Document two or three supervised clinical placements or coursework projects with the population served, the modalities used, and the number of direct clinical hours completed. Linked case study summaries or anonymized treatment plan samples give reviewers something concrete to assess for licensed therapist candidates. Add relevant coursework, keep the document to one page, and list any assessments or evidence-based protocols you have been trained in.
Are there remote licensed therapist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 40% of the licensed therapist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast as telehealth placements have grown in availability, so apply early once you decide what format fits your training requirements. Filter by work type to see only the listings that match what your program and licensure board will accept for supervised hours.
What is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) associate internship?
An LPC associate internship is a structured supervised experience designed for candidates who have completed their graduate degree but need post-degree clinical hours toward full licensure. These placements are built to train clinicians new to independent practice under a licensed supervisor, they recruit on a rolling basis and fill quickly at well-regarded sites, so identify qualifying placements early and apply in the first round of openings.
Can international students get licensed therapist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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