Doctoral Counseling Intern

Thank you for considering an internship with Chosen, PLLC. We are excited about the opportunity to support counseling psychology and counselor education doctoral students with professional development and training.

Below is a general description of the experience and what you can expect. That said, there is room to make it what you want within what we can support, as we have capacity. While having a foundation, this experience is also collaborative.

Why join Team Chosen?

Chosen, PLLC is an engaged and supportive team of mental health therapists who are highly skilled and committed to helping others. Our team is relational and committed to the clients and community we serve. We collaborate, grow, and encourage each other to reach our own greatest potential. We hire Michigan-licensed counselors, social workers, and psychologists.

If you want to work in a private practice with a great support system, consider joining us.

We are eager to meet you if you are someone who:

Is committed to providing exceptional mental health services to clients
Maintains a habit of continuous learning
Receives support well and asks for help or direction when needed
Not afraid of being uncomfortable when learning new skills needed for effectiveness as an independent contractor
Adapts well to change in an advancing, high-level environment
Committed to the community we serve
Enjoys working independently and with others

Who Is this Internship For?

This internship is for doctoral students who have completed their master’s level practicum. This internship can be separate from or in conjunction with a field experience for course credit.For Counseling Psychology students, this is not an APPIC pre-doctoral internship.

Professional Development Focus:

The doctoral internship at Chosen, PLLC is designed to support the learning and development of doctoral students in the counseling field. The knowledge and experience of Dr. Leatrice Brooks, LP, and Team Chosen will provide expertise and insight into the day-to-day work of mental health service provision in a private practice setting, as well as organizational leadership. Applicants should have at least an educational limited license.

This internship builds higher-level thinking and skills, self-awareness, and professional identity. As available, there may be opportunities to accompany and assist Dr. Brooks with professional speaking engagements and executive coaching as part of The Power in Presence brand. There may also be other community engagement experiences.

The Experience:

Personal Office
Individual counseling (intakes and follow-up appointments) – 5 weekly minimum with ramp-up based on capacity
- Scheduling, progress notes, case conceptualization
- Hybrid: In-person and telehealth
Weekly individual supervision with Dr. Brooks as per licensing board requirements
Leadership, speaking, and executive coaching shadowing and assisting with Dr. Brooks
Team meeting (when able to attend per academic schedule)
Team relationship building
Professional development and networking events
Social invitations to get to know the team and Kalamazoo
End of internship reflection presentation/discussion with the team

This field experience is a minimum of a 7-month commitment. Interns will work directly with Dr. Brooks to identify goals and desired outcomes.

Compensation:

Interns will be paid a percentage (fee-split) of billable service hours (about $35/hour).
Free LP or LPC supervision.
Fees for participation in professional development opportunities and events is included.

Application Packet Requirements:

CV/Resume
Cover Letter