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Masters Level Mental Health Internship Program

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Welcome to the AIM Counseling, Wellness & Consulting Masters Level Internship Program. We are committed to providing a comprehensive and enriching internship experience for Masters Level Students.

Under the direct supervision of Amie Thomas LMHC, CTS, QS, our interns engage in a Clinical & Psychoeducational Skill Builder program. This program is designed for professional growth and refinement for students in Mental Health and Social Work Masters Programs.

Internship Overview

Our Masters Level Student Interns play a vital role in providing psychoeducation to individuals spanning from six years old to adults. The diverse settings in which interns operate include:

  • Individual sessions
  • Group sessions
  • Family counseling
  • Workshops
  • Virtual telehealth platforms
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University Partnerships

We have established contracts with esteemed institutions to provide our interns with a solid foundation for their academic careers. Partner schools include:

  • Hodges University
  • Nova Southeastern University
  • Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU)
  • University of Central Florida (UCF)
  • University of West Florida (UWF)
  • Liberty University

Supervision & Support

Customized Supervision

Interns benefit from both individual and group supervision schedules, allowing for a highly customized and supportive learning experience.

Diverse Opportunities

We facilitate on-site and off-site opportunities to enhance interns’ clinical skills and broaden their professional exposure.

Clinical Onboarding

Our comprehensive admin and clinical onboarding process ensures that interns are well-equipped with the knowledge required for success in the field.

AIM Intern Skill Building Phases

1. Foundations

  • Admission and Billing: Learn the intricacies of the admission process and ethical billing procedures.
  • Utilization Review (UR): Grasp the concept of UR as both patient advocacy and ethical practice.
  • Clinical Impression: Develop the ability to provide a written clinical impression of clients.
  • Psychodiagnostics: Understand the importance of psychopathology in counseling.

2. Learning to Practice

  • Observation: Observe both individual and group therapy sessions to gain practical insights.
  • Theoretical Orientation: Present and apply one theoretical orientation in practice.
  • Customer Service: Understand the importance of customer service in the counseling profession.
  • Progress Notes: Learn to conduct thorough intakes and create comprehensive progress notes.

3. Completing the Process

  • Proficiency: Showcase continued proficiency in the skills acquired in the first two phases.
  • Therapy Completion: Understand when therapy is complete and when to reduce frequency.
  • Challenges in Progress: Address scenarios where clients may not be making progress and present to the treatment team.
  • Development Planning: Develop a personalized plan for your ongoing professional development.

Foundational Knowledge & Trainings

Our interns are exposed to a wide variety of therapeutic modalities and educational discussions. You will learn foundational knowledge in:

CBT & TF-CBT DBT REBT Solution Focused ERP Crisis Debriefing Gottman Method SITCAP Behavioral Modification Executive Functioning Art Therapy Educational Testing Breathwork

Examples of Training & Educational Discussions:

  • ✅ Risk Assessments (Suicidality & Self-harm)
  • ✅ Report Writing
  • ✅ The Art of Disclosure in Therapy
  • ✅ Basics of Trauma
  • ✅ Basics of Billing and Insurance
  • ✅ Client Acquisition and Retention
  • ✅ Scheduling and Time Management
  • ✅ Meet & Greet with Community Referral Sources

Observe, Learn, Grow.

Ready to take the next step in your clinical career? Here is what you need to apply:

  • 🎓 Enrollment in a mental health or social work master's program
  • 📄 A current Resume/CV
  • 📝 A completed Internship Application

Once completed, a member of AIM’s staff will contact you to schedule an interview. If you are interested in learning more about becoming part of the AIM team, please contact Amie Thomas, LMHC at info@aimcounselinggroup.com.

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Masters Level Internship FAQ

Clear, direct answers about our clinical skill builder program, supervision structure, and application requirements.

What is the AIM Counseling Masters Level Internship Program?

Quick Answer: Our internship is a comprehensive Clinical & Psychoeducational Skill Builder program designed for Mental Health and Social Work Masters students. Under the direct supervision of Amie Thomas LMHC, CTS, QS, interns provide care ranging from individual sessions to group and family counseling.

We are deeply committed to providing an enriching local service environment for professional growth and clinical refinement.

Our Student Interns play a vital role in providing psychoeducation to individuals spanning from six years old to adults. The diverse settings in which interns operate include individual sessions, virtual telehealth platforms, workshops, and navigating complex family dynamics.

Which university programs do you partner with for clinical internships?

Quick Answer: We hold established contracts with esteemed institutions to provide a solid clinical foundation. Our partner schools include Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), Nova Southeastern University, University of Central Florida (UCF), Hodges University, University of West Florida (UWF), and Liberty University.

Through these partnerships, we facilitate diverse on-site and off-site opportunities in Southwest Florida to enhance your clinical skills and broaden your professional exposure.

Interns benefit from a highly customized supervision schedule. We provide both robust individual and group supervision, alongside a comprehensive administrative and clinical onboarding process, ensuring you are well-equipped with the knowledge required for success in the field.

What specific therapy modalities and skills will I learn as an intern?

Quick Answer: Interns gain foundational knowledge in evidence-based therapy modalities including CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, ERP, and Gottman Method. You will also receive training in specialized areas like executive functioning, trauma recovery basics, and crisis debriefing.

We believe in producing well-rounded clinicians. Interns are exposed to a wide variety of therapeutic methodologies and ongoing educational discussions to refine their craft.

In addition to clinical interventions like behavioral modification and art therapy, you will learn the necessary operational skills to run a successful practice. Training topics include risk assessments (suicidality), the art of disclosure, billing basics, and proven strategies for client acquisition and retention.

How is the clinical skill-building process structured?

Quick Answer: Our internship is structured into three progressive phases: Foundations (billing, utilization review, psychodiagnostics), Learning to Practice (session observation, progress notes, theoretical orientation), and Completing the Process (therapy completion, addressing clinical challenges, and professional development planning).

We provide a clear, mapped-out journey from student to proficient clinician. Here is an overview of the AIM Intern Skill Building Phases:

Skill Building Phase Core Competencies & Goals
1. Foundations Learn ethical billing, Utilization Review (UR) as patient advocacy, formulating written clinical impressions, and understanding psychodiagnostics.
2. Learning to Practice Observe individual and group sessions, present a theoretical orientation, master customer service, and conduct comprehensive progress notes and intakes.
3. Completing the Process Showcase proficiency, identify when therapy is complete (reducing frequency), navigate clients not making progress, and build an ongoing development plan.

How do I apply for the mental health counseling internship?

Quick Answer: To apply, you must be enrolled in a mental health or social work master's program. Simply submit your current Resume/CV and a completed AIM Internship Application to info@aimcounselinggroup.com to schedule an interview and take the next step in your clinical career.

Are you ready to observe, learn, and grow? We are always looking for passionate, driven master's students eager to build their clinical repertoire and understand child development, family dynamics, and adult mental wellness.

Once your application and resume are completed and submitted, a member of the AIM staff will contact you directly. If you are interested in learning more about becoming part of the AIM team, please reach out to Amie Thomas, LMHC.